Best Rod 10-11 foot rod for Pencils (non glass)

[NIB]

I like the glass.If u don't mind a heavy rod an one that cast crappily.it'll serve ya well.I don't think there is a better stick to have once u hook a fish.The 1322 is close.U don't really have to worry with the glass about nicks an breakage.I used to use one quite a bit my biggest jig fish is on the glass.I was convinced at one time that the slow action of the glass gave the jig a nice lift offa the bottom.
That same slow action makes em cast poorly imo.U have to wait for the rod too load.That translates into not pushing forward as hard.. it's different than a graphite rod.Kinda like a wet noodle.

[John E]

Here on LI, the two most popular are probably the GSB 1321M and Arra 1322.

[SeaWolf]

you have to decide what length you really want, 10' or 11'. you have several options in each length. for the lure range you are looking for, 2 - 2.5 oz, the gsb1201L would be perfect. i have one i've used for years for that exact purpose and that's almost why i still own it. i've throw pencils from 1.5 oz to 3.25 oz with it, but from 2 3/4 up is starting to push the limits of the blank. if you plan on throwing 2.5 - 3.5 ounce pencils, go with the gsb1201M. i would not suggest the 1205 for pencils as it is too fast in action. however, it can be used effectively for spook-type lures.

for 11' models the gsb1321L and xra1321 are great up to the same lure range 2.5 ounce. if you are throwing 2.5 - 3 ounce pencils, go with the xra1322 or gsb1321M.

if you really want a 9' model, which may be more difficult to work a pencil effectively, you could use the gsb1081m.

[SeaWolf]

ohh, and DZ's rod is a gsb1201L cut 1" off the tip. i know because i have it and it's being rebuilt.

[luds]

Originally Posted by SeaWolf

you have to decide what length you really want, 10' or 11'. you have several options in each length. for the lure range you are looking for, 2 - 2.5 oz, the gsb1201L would be perfect. i have one i've used for years for that exact purpose and that's almost why i still own it. i've throw pencils from 1.5 oz to 3.25 oz with it, but from 2 3/4 up is starting to push the limits of the blank. if you plan on throwing 2.5 - 3.5 ounce pencils, go with the gsb1201M. i would not suggest the 1205 for pencils as it is too fast in action. however, it can be used effectively for spook-type lures.

for 11' models the gsb1321L and xra1321 are great up to the same lure range 2.5 ounce. if you are throwing 2.5 - 3 ounce pencils, go with the xra1322 or gsb1321M.

if you really want a 9' model, which may be more difficult to work a pencil effectively, you could use the gsb1081m.

do you think the 1201 L is much better for pencils than the arra 1204?

[Mike P]

Best pure pencil popper blank ever made, bar none:

glass Lami 1164, later called the SB 136 2F.

[tattoobob]

Originally Posted by Mike P

Best pure pencil popper blank ever made, bar none:

glass Lami 1164, later called the SB 136 2F.

I have that rod that was rapped at Murants by his son in law
Piemma sold it to me Large wire guides.

I can't wait to give it a try

[fishermanjim]

tattoobob,,, i like to make s-glass rods,,,they have the softness of glass and the stoutness of graphite,,, i also like the color of the blank,,, lots of wrap color combos possible

[tobias]

Anyone try any of the UK rods like the Conoflex Flattie Fanatic or the Anyfish Anywhere Surfrod. These rods are unique in that they have a soft tip but very powerfull butt sections. I think this would be a perfect match for throwing pencils. I've tried the Anyfish Anywhere Surfrod and now have one in my arsenal. The great thing about the Surfrod was that it was so easy to work a popper with becuase of the soft tip. Mike at M&D's will have a few of the Anyfish Anywhere rods for those that want to try them out soon.