Rod and reel question

[reason162]

Originally Posted by Jigman13

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!

Originally Posted by reason162

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!