01-14-2003, 04:57 AM
Hey Chin I opened this can of worms last summer (laughing to himself). I still haven't replaced my old rod. But man have I learned a lot about them since then. I agree with Pred on the St Croix a mighty fine rod but a bit pricy if you are on a budget. I'm saving my pennis and dimes and that will be my next purchase.
Sportsmans Wharehouse is a good place to get a lot of fishing stuff, but their rods are truly limited. They seem to push Ugly Sticks (at least that is what they did for me). Anglers Inn has a sweet but small collection, but the sale guy I talked with just wanted to sell me this top of the line baby. I'll bet ya the folks at Hooked might be your best bet if you live in the area. I personally like the Indy shops (locally owned), you seem to get better service and they seem to stand behind what they sell better. But before I would suggest any one rod I would need to know a whole lot more. If your just a guy who goes every once in a while, not to serious about it, but want to catch fish now and again. Then pick up a cheapo at Wal-Mart, Sportmans, or any where else you find one that feels good to you. Take your reel along when go. Wouldn't want to buy one then have it not feel right or worse. Just my 2 cents and I'm still looking for the perfect rod for me.
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Sportsmans Wharehouse is a good place to get a lot of fishing stuff, but their rods are truly limited. They seem to push Ugly Sticks (at least that is what they did for me). Anglers Inn has a sweet but small collection, but the sale guy I talked with just wanted to sell me this top of the line baby. I'll bet ya the folks at Hooked might be your best bet if you live in the area. I personally like the Indy shops (locally owned), you seem to get better service and they seem to stand behind what they sell better. But before I would suggest any one rod I would need to know a whole lot more. If your just a guy who goes every once in a while, not to serious about it, but want to catch fish now and again. Then pick up a cheapo at Wal-Mart, Sportmans, or any where else you find one that feels good to you. Take your reel along when go. Wouldn't want to buy one then have it not feel right or worse. Just my 2 cents and I'm still looking for the perfect rod for me.
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