Spinning rods

[super_daav]

Gents, interesting thread here! The Lagunas which Mike mentioned are very well priced in the mid R500 range. They are currently available up to 10ft at the moment. The idea behind the range was to bring a very good quality rod at an affordable price.
 
The Exceler Elite & Saltwater plus the new Saltist range are our more premium range rods. Longer lengths in the 10'6 to 11'6 for off the bricks and extra heavy models for throwing heavier lures. Really fantastic range of rods with good backbone!

[keane]

Anyone tried the poseidon gold class 11 foot 1-2 ounce rods?

[Charles]

Gents, interesting thread here! The Lagunas which Mike mentioned are very well priced in the mid R500 range. They are currently available up to 10ft at the moment. The idea behind the range was to bring a very good quality rod at an affordable price.
 
The Exceler Elite & Saltwater plus the new Saltist range are our more premium range rods. Longer lengths in the 10'6 to 11'6 for off the bricks and extra heavy models for throwing heavier lures. Really fantastic range of rods with good backbone!

  Eishhh I have just about made up my mind and here you come and throw a spanner in the works..... Now back to the search.

[super_daav]

1 of each? haha! Some additional information maybe to clarify your thoughts:
 
We also have the Poseidon Gold Class Light (R1,100) which is rated 1 to 2oz (70gms) in 11ft. Very versatile rod which you can spin with plus throw small baits for scratching. This may be better for you down there as a more all-round rod? You won't throw as far as the guides are not tangle free but this is not a key factor when throwing for kob in my mind?
 
If you want a dedicated spinning rod then look at the Daiwa Laguna (as mentioned), Kingfisher Drop Zone (R945 - 9'6 -  2pce), Exceler Saltwater (R1,465 - 10'6 -  2pce), Exceler Elite (R1,945 - 11' -  2pce), Saltist (R2,045 - 11'1 -  2pce). All these rods are best suited throwing 2oz lures.
 
The Elite & Saltist have tangle free guides which, if you 8 weave braid, will give you that extra 20m. That is key for throwing spoons plus the tip guide is specific for braid to prevent tangles. The Elite is a slightly stiffer / "chunkier" blank for real pulling power; not to say that the Saltist range is anything but either!
 
The Saltwater range has the new Pacbay Minima CSV guides on the range. These are larger in diameter so less friction on line and knots, far lighter and provide a more sensitivity than ceramic based versions. Not tangle free so slightly shorter in casting distance. Great blank being based on the original Exceler blank and capable to handle most bruisers.
 
The new Kingfisher Dropzone (R945) has deep pressed, saltwater friendly guides plus a braid specific tip. Great back bone but it is heavier than the 3 spinning rods above. Currently longest length is 9'6 but looking at 10'6 & 11' versions.
 
So food for thought...

[Poenskop]

    When choosing a spinning rod a lot of guys overlook the  importance of proper guides. It makes a huge difference to the cast ability of  a rod. The anti tangle guides like the Fuji K series makes a world of  difference to your angling experience.

I know wind knots can be reduced by not  overfilling your spool and with some other tricks but that all goes out of the  window when you get "viskoors" and may result in a break off when it  matters most.

With the prices of lures nowadays it is not that bad a idea to  invest that little bit more in the beginning.
 

[Charles]

  Dave one of each? Mmmm Mama will not be impressed.

I have a Poseidon Gold paired with a Caldia (Thanks to you and REEFMAN) which is a great setup. However I am looking for rods to pair with my Sustain 5000 and Ultegra 14000.

[carll]

What Poenskop mentioned about the proper rod guides when you spinning with braid is very important and are overlooked by Rod builders.  I really got tired of losing expensive lures through braid

snap-offs in mid-cast. On my fist and second cast with my Amia I donated 2 Iron Candy Spoons to the sea so I decided to go with the K-Series (anti-fouling) Concept guides from  Fuji,that makes a

HUGE difference ! Here's a link about what the K-Series Rod Guides.  Fuji's K-Series Tangle Free Guides


I know my friend are going to kill me for posting this pic but here's he try to sort out some knots and wind knots .. lol

[Charles]

Thanks carll! Very informative post.

[basil]

The Amia got the 1st outing this morning.


The rod is a lot more whipy than the Adrenaline Dropshot.


After a 4 hour spinning session I am starting to get the hang of the rod and still need to push her realy hard.


The Maria Spoon produced with a 80cm queen fish and a rat cuta.


The queen realy gave me a good fight on the rod.


I think it was money well spent...




HI ,



I  have  a  amia  heavy ,  would  a  sustain  5000  +  25 pound braid  be  ok  ?


What  are  you  using   ?
 

[Gerhard]

The Amia got the 1st outing this morning.


The rod is a lot more whipy than the Adrenaline Dropshot.


After a 4 hour spinning session I am starting to get the hang of the rod and still need to push her realy hard.


The Maria Spoon produced with a 80cm queen fish and a rat cuta.


The queen realy gave me a good fight on the rod.


I think it was money well spent...  

HI ,



I  have  a  amia  heavy ,  would  a  sustain  5000  +  25 pound braid  be  ok  ?


What  are  you  using   ?
 

Perfect match!!!


You will punch a 2oz spoon a loooooonnnngggg way 

[Patches]

1 of each? haha! Some additional information maybe to clarify your thoughts:
 
We also have the Poseidon Gold Class Light (R1,100) which is rated 1 to 2oz (70gms) in 11ft. Very versatile rod which you can spin with plus throw small baits for scratching. This may be better for you down there as a more all-round rod? You won't throw as far as the guides are not tangle free but this is not a key factor when throwing for kob in my mind?
 
If you want a dedicated spinning rod then look at the Daiwa Laguna (as mentioned), Kingfisher Drop Zone (R945 - 9'6 -  2pce), Exceler Saltwater (R1,465 - 10'6 -  2pce), Exceler Elite (R1,945 - 11' -  2pce), Saltist (R2,045 - 11'1 -  2pce). All these rods are best suited throwing 2oz lures.
 
The Elite & Saltist have tangle free guides which, if you 8 weave braid, will give you that extra 20m. That is key for throwing spoons plus the tip guide is specific for braid to prevent tangles. The Elite is a slightly stiffer / "chunkier" blank for real pulling power; not to say that the Saltist range is anything but either!
 
The Saltwater range has the new Pacbay Minima CSV guides on the range. These are larger in diameter so less friction on line and knots, far lighter and provide a more sensitivity than ceramic based versions. Not tangle free so slightly shorter in casting distance. Great blank being based on the original Exceler blank and capable to handle most bruisers.
 
The new Kingfisher Dropzone (R945) has deep pressed, saltwater friendly guides plus a braid specific tip. Great back bone but it is heavier than the 3 spinning rods above. Currently longest length is 9'6 but looking at 10'6 & 11' versions.
 
So food for thought...

Thanks for the informative post! What I gathering from your post is that the elite would probably be the best buy, as one would want to add tangle free guides to the other rods whereas the elite has them off the shelf?
 
 

[super_daav]

Patches,


I would agree with you on the Elite with the Saltist a close 2nd as the Saltist does also have tangle free guides.

[Patches]

Patches,


I would agree with you on the Elite with the Saltist a close 2nd as the Saltist does also have tangle free guides.

[Patches]

What reels would be a good match for the exceller and amia?
Got some ideas but interested to here what the guys fishing these rods are using? Any advice?

[Lenny]

What reels would be a good match for the exceller and amia?
Got some ideas but interested to here what the guys fishing these rods are using? Any advice?

Going on threads on UA , most guys fish a Stradic/ Sustain  5000 . The 6000 would work too , but keep in mind the Gear Ratio is slower that the 5000 .


I fish a 5000 Stradic on my 10ft custom , casts miles !

[Patches]

Thanks for the reply.

Any thoughts on a penn conflict 5k or a saltist 4500H?

[Lenny]

Thanks for the reply.

Any thoughts on a penn conflict 5k or a saltist 4500H?

Sorry cant help Man , I live in SHIMANO country ! 

[Gerhard]

Thanks for the reply.

Any thoughts on a penn conflict 5k or a saltist 4500H?

Sorry cant help Man , I live in SHIMANO country ! 

 

[Patches]

hahaha! Normally I wouldnt look past shimano but struggling to find one that meets all my criteria and is still affordable.

Good line capacity, high speed retrieve etc

[Lenny]

Best you ask the Kwazulu Guys , Mike pike and Super Daav , they know their Daiwas ...