Rod and reel question

[go_fish]

I want to do some shoreline fishing and want an outfit that can cast really far. I want to cast 3/8 to 1/2 ounce lures using 8lb test braid and spinning gear. Looking for recommendations on what rod/reel would make a good combination? How much does rod length play a factor in this?

Also I may want to try centerpin reel fishing. I need to learn a lot about this, but looking for recommendations for reels and rods.

TY

[AndyS]

Any reel that begins with a D and ends with an aiwa.

[bassnblues]

As a general rule a longer rod will cast further. You may want to go for a 7 footer at least. I personally like St Croix but there are a lot of nice choices for around $100.00. The st croix premier line as a ton of length and action choices.

As far as reels, it’s hard to go wrong with Daiwa or shimano.

[hammer4reel]

for casting those weights a Fenwick HMG MODEL # HMG76ML-FS
paired with a 3500 Pluegar President XT

[Jigman13]

I use a 7'6 ML temple fork outfitters walleye rod--the rigging series model. I typically fish 1/8-1/4 oz jig heads with soft plastics and/or 5+" plugs/stick baits that weigh anywhere from 1/2 to 5/8 oz.

The reel I've paired it with is a daiwa ballistic 2500 spooled with 15# slick braid--daiwa j braid 8x.

I can bomb the aforementioned lures--esp the plugs--a country mile. With 8# I'm sure they'd go farther but I like the comfort of 15# when fishing bigger water.

2018 alone I've landed largemouth to 5 lbs, smallies to 21", over a dozen walleye over 26" with my PB 30", hybrids to 25.5", pure strain stripers to 27" and a 38" tiger muskie.

Thoughts on the set up: rod is plenty strong. Parabolic and powerful. Loads nicely when casting and has nice hook setting power. My only complaint is the rod's weight--if it were a tad lighter itd be near perfect for the under $200 class of rods. Its designed by gary Loomis as he consulted for TFO after he sold his brand to Shimano years ago. You can see some of the similarities to Loomis rods (including the weight) in this stick. There are nicer 7'6 rods available but I'm content with this one currently.

The daiwa ballistic reels are superb. The newer LT models are even better than the older version I have. I own 2 ballistic 2500s--i use one fresh and the other fresh and salt (tog and fluke). The magseal helps if accidentally dunked. It's not a van staal though so it ain't fall run approved lol. I've pushed shimano spinning reels aside for daiwa the past 3 yrs and I've used shimano to 25 years--@ least the models under $300.

Hope this helps.

[PeteyHD]

Any reel that begins with a D and ends with an aiwa.

I second that!

[reason162]

My only complaint is the rod's weight--if it were a tad lighter itd be near perfect for the under $200 class of rods.

Tangent: J, one of the lightest production rods on the market could be had for well under 200 bucks...the Phenix Feather 7'7 medium.

I've been playing around with the 7'1L, thing weighs 2.7oz lol. Weird reel seat that is not uncomfortable, and the lure ratings are overstated. the 7'1L is rated to 3/8 but it's more a 1/16 - 1/4oz rod. I'd bet the 7'7 medium is probably a great 1/8 - 1/2 oz launcher...as long as you can get used to the reel seat.

Pair that up with a 2500/3k Tatula LT and you're looking at a combo under 10oz...

[Jigman13]

Wow...that's light! With all of the run n gun I do in spring, fall and summer I might have to check this 7'7 out. Thx roger!

Tangent: J, one of the lightest production rods on the market could be had for well under 200 bucks...the Phenix Feather 7'7 medium.

I've been playing around with the 7'1L, thing weighs 2.7oz lol. Weird reel seat that is not uncomfortable, and the lure ratings are overstated. the 7'1L is rated to 3/8 but it's more a 1/16 - 1/4oz rod. I'd bet the 7'7 medium is probably a great 1/8 - 1/2 oz launcher...as long as you can get used to the reel seat.

Pair that up with a 2500/3k Tatula LT and you're looking at a combo under 10oz...

[Hookmanski]

I have a one piece, 7 foot, MH Shimano Clarus spinning rod. You can get them for under $100 and it is one of my favorite rods to use for smallies, largies, and whatever else bites on it!

[Chrisper4694]

Any reel that begins with a D and ends with an aiwa.

higher price range daiwa and shimano reels are great, their lower stuff <$80 is garbage. if you want to spend less money and still want a decent reel go with pflueger president (the new trion design is crap, the older ones were good)

[NJSquatch]

second the president if your on a budget...I have 2 of the newer model (35 and 30 series) and really like them....

i have yet to find a shimano rod that I do not love...

[catfishonthelake]

More important than brand is the length and action of the rod. A rod with a moderate taper will send smaller lures farther. I would recommend a Mod or a Mod-Med action over a fast or extra fast action. Length is important too. I would recommend going with a 7'6" over a 7'. The other thing is that the wider the spool lip, the easier the line will come off of it. I would suggest a 2500 or even a 3000 over a 1000.

[Capt. Lou]

Probably one of the best buys out there is EDGE RODS , Gary Loomis new Rod company ! Those rods have one of the very best tapers to power ratio I've ever seen !
Their Delta series is priced in the $150 dollar range all American made product in Woodland Washinton and designed by Gary Loomis !
They have a good variety of spin rods that meet that criteria , the lure size you mentioned will cast fine with a.modeste to fast taper Rod . If you decide to cast user 1/4 oz moderate tapers load lighter lure easier .
However the lure size you mentioned fast taper is fine just stick to longer rods 7.6 and up .
Check website Edge Rods , believe me these rods are like no other !
I've been using Daiwa Ballistics for a couple of seasons great reel light smooth as pie and sealed a bargain at the price !