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Bocephus · 07-30-2009, 07:42 AM

Get at least a 9 foot rod, I use a 10. and like Raven said, it depends on the size plugs your throwing. I was using a 10ft rated for 1-4 Oz, and thought it was pretty good. then I got a 10ft rated for 2-5, and it was a world of difference, as far as controlling the fish and heaving 3oz lures.

07-30-2009, 07:42 AM	#4
Bocephus Registered User iTrader: (0) Join Date: May 2008 Location: near water Posts: 208	Get at least a 9 foot rod, I use a 10. and like Raven said, it depends on the size plugs your throwing. I was using a 10ft rated for 1-4 Oz, and thought it was pretty good. then I got a 10ft rated for 2-5, and it was a world of difference, as far as controlling the fish and heaving 3oz lures.