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10-20-2013, 07:33 PM
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Join Date: Oct 2013
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new surf rod?
hey guys I am in the market for a new surf rod and not sure what to buy. I have always fished from a kayak and the 6 1/2 foot rod does not cut it in the beaches. I have heard from a few people to get a 10 foot rod but not sure what brand or model to get. I have heard St. Croix Mojo and and I have heard a few say Tsunami. I dont mind spending 200.00 on a rod but not sure what I should lean towards. Thanks in advance.
mike
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10-21-2013, 06:28 AM
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Certifiable Intertidal Anguiologist
Join Date: Feb 2000
Location: Somewhere between OOB & west of Watch Hill
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MM - welcome to S-B.
What are you looking to throw with it? Weight? And roughly wear? What reel will you match up to the rod?
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~Fix the Bait~ ~Pogies Forever~
Striped Bass Fishing - All Stripers
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10-21-2013, 07:08 AM
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Registered User
Join Date: Jul 2004
Location: Buxton, Maine
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from what I'm seeing and hearing be carefull of the St croixs. they sent production of the longer rods over seas. Saw 3 of the newer models and the Mojo's break between the furrell and the ist guide while casting a plug. 2 were using darters,SS an Tatoo the other one of my 3.5 oz needles.Plus the reel seat glue failure problem seems to be back again.
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10-21-2013, 07:46 AM
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Registered User
Join Date: Oct 2001
Location: CONNECTICUT
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any feed back on tfo's 9 ft rods.looking at 1 now.
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10-21-2013, 08:22 AM
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Very Grumpy bay man
Join Date: Nov 2003
Location: Rhode Island
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Don't know where you live but if your budget can afford it go over to CMS and have Charlie either build you a 10' Rainshadow or the new lami composite and get the exact rod you want for what you will fish with and where you fish. Expect to pay from $265 to $400 or so.
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10-21-2013, 02:34 PM
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Registered User
Join Date: May 2008
Location: Chasing fat girls in the dark
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Quote:
Originally Posted by stripermaineiac
from what I'm seeing and hearing be carefull of the St croixs. they sent production of the longer rods over seas. Saw 3 of the newer models and the Mojo's break between the furrell and the ist guide while casting a plug. 2 were using darters,SS an Tatoo the other one of my 3.5 oz needles.Plus the reel seat glue failure problem seems to be back again.
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My brother had an issue with his reel seat on his mojo and returned it for a St. Croix Avid. The first night, the upper grip came unraveled and the reel seat came completely unglued. |
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10-21-2013, 03:18 PM
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Eels
Join Date: Jul 2004
Location: Cape Cod,MA.
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Liv2Fish
My brother had an issue with his reel seat on his mojo and returned it for a St. Croix Avid. The first night, the upper grip came unraveled and the reel seat came completely unglued.
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I have two of the St Croix avid surf 10' spin and casting not a problem with either one,I bought them both back on 2001.
He might of had one from a bad batch?
G Loomis has a great warranty on there products a little more mony but...
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Live bait sharp hooks and timing is all you need
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10-21-2013, 09:26 AM
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Registered User
Join Date: Jul 2004
Location: Buxton, Maine
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Didfn't a couple guys have them up for sale here. i seem to recal a couple sweet rods with very nice prices on them in the site want adds so to speak.
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10-21-2013, 10:13 AM
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All up in the Interweb!
Join Date: Mar 2002
Location: In the dog house.
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As far as off-the-shelf surf rods, the Tsunami Air Wave Elite surf rods are a steal at their sub-$200 price point. I have the 11-footer and really like it.
http://www.biminibayoutfitters.com/tsuairwaveelite.htm |
Co-Host of The Surfcast Podcast
"Out there in the surf is where it's at, that's where the line gets drawn in the sand between those who talk fishing and those who live it."
- a wise man. 
One good fish, a sharpie does not make...
Certified rock hopping billy goat.
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10-21-2013, 11:51 AM
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Registered User
Join Date: Jun 2002
Location: Shrewsbury,ma
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Check on a TFO. I've had one for two years and love it. It's the 2-8oz model. $200.00.
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Big Daddy-Bob Sr.
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10-21-2013, 02:48 PM
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Join Date: Mar 2012
Location: Ashland, Mass.
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Have there been any issues with the Legends?
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10-21-2013, 03:04 PM
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#12
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Registered User
Join Date: May 2008
Location: Chasing fat girls in the dark
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Quote:
Originally Posted by massbassman
Have there been any issues with the Legends?
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Yes - the price - $480! |
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10-21-2013, 03:25 PM
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Registered User
Join Date: Mar 2012
Location: Ashland, Mass.
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Liv2Fish
Yes - the price - $480!
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10-21-2013, 03:21 PM
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All up in the Interweb!
Join Date: Mar 2002
Location: In the dog house.
Posts: 5,205
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Quote:
Originally Posted by massbassman
Have there been any issues with the Legends?
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Both of mine broke last year and I know of at least 3 others that broke in the same spot in the blank (just above the fore grip) since then. |
Co-Host of The Surfcast Podcast
"Out there in the surf is where it's at, that's where the line gets drawn in the sand between those who talk fishing and those who live it."
- a wise man.
One good fish, a sharpie does not make...
Certified rock hopping billy goat.
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10-21-2013, 03:30 PM
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Registered User
Join Date: Mar 2012
Location: Ashland, Mass.
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Quote:
Originally Posted by tlapinski
Both of mine broke last year and I know of at least 3 others that broke in the same spot in the blank (just above the fore grip) since then.
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Not what I wanted to hear! I bought it last winter before I had surgery on my shoulder. It's never seen water, in fact it still has the price tags on it.
Anyone need a new rod?  |
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10-21-2013, 03:35 PM
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Registered User
Join Date: Mar 2012
Location: Ashland, Mass.
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Were you fighting fish Toby, or was it during a cast when the rod was loaded? Just curious.
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10-22-2013, 08:16 AM
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All up in the Interweb!
Join Date: Mar 2002
Location: In the dog house.
Posts: 5,205
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Quote:
Originally Posted by massbassman
Were you fighting fish Toby, or was it during a cast when the rod was loaded? Just curious.
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Both on the cast. 9' 3/4 - 4 was on a 2-3/8 SS popper and the 11' (3 - 6 I think) broke on a medium size rigged eel. |
Co-Host of The Surfcast Podcast
"Out there in the surf is where it's at, that's where the line gets drawn in the sand between those who talk fishing and those who live it."
- a wise man.
One good fish, a sharpie does not make...
Certified rock hopping billy goat.
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10-21-2013, 03:28 PM
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Registered User
Join Date: Oct 2013
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I am going to be putting a battle 6000 on it with power pro. I will be mainly plugging with it. I have seen the tsunami airwave and was wondering if it's more bang for my buck.
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10-21-2013, 03:33 PM
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Registered User
Join Date: Oct 2005
Location: Southern RI
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Where are you located. I only have 1 piece customs, but I may be thinning the herd out.
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10-21-2013, 03:39 PM
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Join Date: Oct 2013
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I am in central mass
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10-21-2013, 03:43 PM
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Registered User
Join Date: Oct 2005
Location: Southern RI
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Well, if I figure out what I'm selling it will be in the Classifieds. What would I look for if I was you? If you are throwing lighter plugs... Lami GSB 1201L...
Heavier 1201M are good basic... a bit old school. I also have the 9' versions of these. They tend to sell under $200.
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10-21-2013, 04:25 PM
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Join Date: Oct 2013
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I am in central mass
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10-21-2013, 04:57 PM
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Great White Scup Hunter
Join Date: Nov 2006
Location: In the Corner...
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Grab the lami 1201m. If not the wait until Christmas or after when guys are short on cash. They almost always pop up here.
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10-22-2013, 09:43 AM
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Registered User
Join Date: May 2010
Location: Pembroke
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Quote:
Originally Posted by GattaFish
Grab the lami 1201m. If not the wait until Christmas or after when guys are short on cash. They almost always pop up here.
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I picked up a 1201M last off season for eels and plugging in the surf, love the rod. |
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10-22-2013, 10:23 AM
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Certifiable Intertidal Anguiologist
Join Date: Feb 2000
Location: Somewhere between OOB & west of Watch Hill
Posts: 35,270
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1201m - best all around rod still?
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~Fix the Bait~ ~Pogies Forever~
Striped Bass Fishing - All Stripers
Kobayashi Maru Election - there is no way to win.
Apocalypse is Coming:
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10-22-2013, 03:57 PM
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Registered User
Join Date: May 2000
Location: Cumberland,RI
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Quote:
Originally Posted by JohnR
1201m - best all around rod still?
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XRA1205 IMO |
Saltheart
Custom Crafted Rods by Saltheart
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10-21-2013, 06:26 PM
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Registered User
Join Date: Oct 2013
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Any input on the tsunami airwaves
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10-21-2013, 06:31 PM
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Scarecrow
Join Date: May 2003
Location: bedford ma
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Go see Onedozenraw. He has waaay too much of everything and is a good, honest man. The trip to SoCo will be worth the savings on a good used rod. Bring your other gear with you. You'll be glad you met him.
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10-21-2013, 06:33 PM
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Registered User
Join Date: Feb 2009
Location: New Haven
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For the price a used 120M is a great all around rod for almost any condition. Been around for a long time; definitely a reason for its longevity in the surf market.
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10-22-2013, 07:55 PM
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Registered User
Join Date: May 2010
Location: Pembroke
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Zeebaas ZX27, 50# slick 8 PP
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