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*LB · 09-08-2006, 01:16 PM

Hi guys,

I was hoping to get a little rod selection advice. I'm currently on my second Tica rod - 9' medium action, 1/2 - 3 oz. The Tica is a pretty good rod, not real durable, but it seems like a pretty good bang for the buck. I've been hearing about the benefits of better rods for some time now and I'm wondering if I'd see a noticeable improvement by stepping up to a better rod.

I currently fish 30% eels, 30% surface poppers/needles, 30% swimmers/sluggos, and 10% tins. 80% of my fishing is in South County RI rocky shoreline/boulder fields and 20% breachways. I fish with a 560 Penn Slammer with 30# Fireline. Casting distance is a high priority.

I'd like to stay in the 9-10' length range. I can live with a one or two piece rod. Suggestions on length and one vs. two piece preference would also be welcome. Thanks in advance for the help. -LB

09-08-2006, 01:16 PM	#1
*LB Registered User Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Westerly, RI Posts: 42	Rod selection advice Hi guys, I was hoping to get a little rod selection advice. I'm currently on my second Tica rod - 9' medium action, 1/2 - 3 oz. The Tica is a pretty good rod, not real durable, but it seems like a pretty good bang for the buck. I've been hearing about the benefits of better rods for some time now and I'm wondering if I'd see a noticeable improvement by stepping up to a better rod. I currently fish 30% eels, 30% surface poppers/needles, 30% swimmers/sluggos, and 10% tins. 80% of my fishing is in South County RI rocky shoreline/boulder fields and 20% breachways. I fish with a 560 Penn Slammer with 30# Fireline. Casting distance is a high priority. I'd like to stay in the 9-10' length range. I can live with a one or two piece rod. Suggestions on length and one vs. two piece preference would also be welcome. Thanks in advance for the help. -LB