GSB 1201m or Arra 1205

[SeaWolf]

the xra1205 is a great plugging rod. although some may like it for eels, it is a moderately fast action rod and tends to throw off eels more easily. the gsb1201m has a moderate action, which is better for loading eels, especially any larger ones.

the gsb1201L is nice, but a better pencil popper rod and best for lures under 2.5 oz. it can handle 3, but you dont have the needed power to push the heavier lures out. dont bother paying too much attention to the lamiglas specs on the gsb1201L/M and 1321L/M. both are way overrated.

i have all 3 rods rods and if i had to choose one to suit all applications, it would be the gsb1201m. i've built many gsb1201m for customers and all are extremely happy w/ the result. i have several customers that have both rods, and prefer the gsb1201m to the xra1205 for throwing eels. peteg is one of those customers. stop down the saltwater edge and check the rods out as he usually has the rods in the shop or on his truck.

[nightprowler]

Originally Posted by SeaWolf

the xra1205 is a great plugging rod. although some may like it for eels, it is a moderately fast action rod and tends to throw off eels more easily. the gsb1201m has a moderate action, which is better for loading eels, especially any larger ones.

the gsb1201L is nice, but a better pencil popper rod and best for lures under 2.5 oz. it can handle 3, but you dont have the needed power to push the heavier lures out. dont bother paying too much attention to the lamiglas specs on the gsb1201L/M and 1321L/M. both are way overrated.

i have all 3 rods rods and if i had to choose one to suit all applications, it would be the gsb1201m. i've built many gsb1201m for customers and all are extremely happy w/ the result. i have several customers that have both rods, and prefer the gsb1201m to the xra1205 for throwing eels. peteg is one of those customers. stop down the saltwater edge and check the rods out as he usually has the rods in the shop or on his truck.

if the 1201 M is overrated, what would you estimate the rating to be?
im interested in picking one up, and was looking at the blanks cat last night and based on the ratings was leaning towards the L. I throw almost exclusively eels, but do throw wood swimmers and poppers up to about 4 oz.

[jim sylvester]

go with the m

especially if you throw big eels/big plugs (3 oz)

i love mine....don't see a need for another all around rod

[libassboy]

1201m for sure! Its really a great all around stick, damn good for eels too. Dont listen to the ratings..itll throw 1-4 or 5 maybe. Its far and away my favorite rod.

[maddog2020]

1201 M - GSB much tougher blank.

Why not 121-3M?

[spence]

I had a 1205 done conventional for eels and didn't like it (ok, perhaps this was exacerbated by my inability to cast a conventional)

From what I've played around with the 120m I think that would be the rod if you're talking bigger eels.

The 1213m is a sweet and inexpensive stick, but not for everyday.

-spence

[NIB]

Originally Posted by maddog2020

1201 M - GSB much tougher blank.

Why not 121-3M?

I fished with a 121 3M i still have it.there is no better rod for whipping a fish made.The soft action is great for jiggin in my little canal.where 1.5 -2.5 is the norm.I like the way it gentily lifts the jig off the bottom.And I can lift 12 lbers up with it.Cast like crap.u gotta wait a 1/2 hr for the thing to unload.It's heavy, ya I'm a big strong guy but it can wear on ya.Espcially eelin.An it has about as much sensitivety as Don Rickles..
It gathers dust in the garage..