Author Topic: Help.need to select the right rod. (Read 7755 times)

garrickhunter · « **on:** November 20, 2015, 08:30:55 PM »

Hi Guys i am new to the site and for the last couple of weeks have just been reading up the wealth of info this site has to offer.Need some help selecting a rod to tackle kob with paddletails.Fishing mostly off the bricks in Port st jhons area.Had a look at the sierra but the price scared me off.Need something that is light but has got the backbone.Any suggestions.Thanks in advance

Waars_die_Vis · « **Reply #1 on:** November 20, 2015, 09:34:56 PM »

Maybe this will help ?
http://www.ultimateangling.co.za/index.php?topic=20582.0

garrickhunter · « **Reply #2 on:** November 20, 2015, 11:32:50 PM »

@waars die Vis Thanks mate but i am looking for a rod to pair with a sustain 500.Kents using multipliers .

Weedeater · « **Reply #3 on:** November 21, 2015, 08:31:21 AM »

Quote from: garrickhunter on November 20, 2015, 11:32:50 PM

@waars die Vis Thanks mate but i am looking for a rod to pair with a sustain 500.Kents using multipliers .

Daiwa Exceller Saltwater series?
http://kingfisher.co.za/product/daiwa-exceler-saltwater-series/

garrickhunter · « **Reply #4 on:** November 21, 2015, 09:19:42 AM »

will visit kings and check the rods out

DavePE · « **Reply #5 on:** November 21, 2015, 11:28:44 AM »

Hi Garrickhunter. Welcome to Ultimate.

I would say the Sierra isn't all that suited to dropshotting simply because its an 11 foot rod. I much prefer using an 8 or 9 foot if your going to be looking for a dedicated drop shot rod. If you're throwing paddletails you not going to be getting great distance no matter what rod you're using so I would recommend something shorter that's easier to to work the lure with.

garrickhunter · « **Reply #6 on:** November 21, 2015, 02:05:51 PM »

point taken dave what rod would you suggest

Weedeater · « **Reply #7 on:** November 21, 2015, 02:27:23 PM »

Quote from: garrickhunter on November 21, 2015, 02:05:51 PM

point taken dave what rod would you suggest

Check out that Exceler. It comes in 9ft.

DavePE · « **Reply #8 on:** November 21, 2015, 04:20:42 PM »

I would have suggested the Blue Romance rods from Shimano but at almost R3k a pop I think thats a little on the high side. Exceler Saltwater edition would be a good bet as previously suggested in this thread. Too be honest anny 9 foot rod that is light, has good guides and can throw between 1 and 2 ounce lures who be good to go. I use a Penn Regiment 9' that has a very fast action and can thow from 1-3 ounces, although I would'nt use more than 2. I rate it highly although some day i'd like to swop out the eyes for Fuji K series. I see Shimano also has more entry priced rods like the Vengeance or the new Schimitar. These could also be worth a look, just from what Im reading about the stats. Hopefully someone else can join in with some first hand experience of their rods.

Cam Mundy · « **Reply #9 on:** November 21, 2015, 07:49:05 PM »

For me the basic rule of thumb is what ever you spent on the reel spend a minimum of the same on the rod so at 3k or so for a 5000 Sustain a 9ft Aerocast is what you need or an assain amia if you are on a budget.

garrickhunter · « **Reply #10 on:** November 21, 2015, 11:27:54 PM »

Thanks guys.All your suggestions have been very helpful.will start looking at these rods and see what suits me best.Will keep you posted as to what i buy.By the way Cam my sustain is about 4yrs old.

garrickhunter · « **Reply #11 on:** January 02, 2016, 12:11:06 AM »

Hi Guys friend of mine offered me his 9ft aerocast which is practically brand new at a good price so thats my new stick for the paddletails this season.Thanks for all the advice given.

fritz8jacobs · « **Reply #12 on:** July 03, 2016, 01:48:44 PM »

Hi Guys just want to know im stuck in the middle of a diawa exceller elite and a assassin amia because i love to throw as far as posible and i put bait on quite often as well what rod would give me best of both worlds for spinning and throwing a sard as far as possible please assist

REEFMAN · « **Reply #13 on:** July 03, 2016, 05:17:46 PM »

The Amia XH is rated 1.5oz; The Exceler is rated close to 4oz... big difference in the 2 as far as weight rating. Doubt you would be able to throw a sinker and Sard with an Amia? Amia was designed to throw light lures.

fritz8jacobs · « **Reply #14 on:** July 03, 2016, 05:52:17 PM »

Ok and the shimano aerocast for that purpose i see the rating is 50g to 120g what do you think of if i want to throw a sard and a weight and a plug or popper or something thanx for your help

REEFMAN · « **Reply #15 on:** July 03, 2016, 06:25:52 PM »

Aerocast is a great rod too. Think it's a lot more expensive than the Exceler?

fritz8jacobs · « **Reply #16 on:** July 03, 2016, 06:36:54 PM »

But if money wasnt an option would the aerocast be perfect for the job

Vandit · « **Reply #17 on:** July 04, 2016, 07:44:20 AM »

Quote from: fritz8jacobs on July 03, 2016, 06:36:54 PM

But if money wasnt an option would the aerocast be perfect for the job

I wouldn't say so. Shimano was overly ambitious with the 120g max on the SACAX33XH, I know of quite a few people who managed to break tips with larger lures. Starts feeling like a pool noodle fight beyond 60g. The price of this rod at the moment is just embarrassing, ask around or buy secondhand if your heart is set on one.

Half-Pint · « **Reply #18 on:** July 04, 2016, 08:26:12 AM »

Take a look at the DC oval blanks and have Fishatic build you a proper rod.

I bet it will be cheaper than the aerocasts (don't hold me to that) and will be better than ANY off the shelf rod

fishatic · « **Reply #19 on:** July 04, 2016, 09:41:14 AM »

I was going to suggest this, but thought it might be considered bad form / soliciting...
My 11' version will handle lures and baits and cast them to extreme distances.

When spending the sort of money that is called for when looking at the Aerocast /Exceller Elite / Saltist or indeed a custom rod - cast them 1st. A wiggle in the shop does not tell you very much. Lots of rods are over rated in terms of their casting weight ability.

I know coming to the social from Brits is a bit of a schlepp, but I will have one there and you are very welcome to give it a cast or ten.