Barra rod advice
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Barra rod advice
Hi guys,
Need to purchase a new barra rod for flicking lures around next year in a few of the comps, will be teamed with a shimano chronach or similar reel, just need to get some advice on the best barra rods out there, normally fish 20 pound braid so want something with some flex and bend??? Ideas
Need to purchase a new barra rod for flicking lures around next year in a few of the comps, will be teamed with a shimano chronach or similar reel, just need to get some advice on the best barra rods out there, normally fish 20 pound braid so want something with some flex and bend??? Ideas
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Re: Barra rod advice
Ive got 3 chronarchs... 2 are on loomis gl3's, the other just on a barra braider... Suits me fine.
My next chronarch might go on one of those samaki rods, quite like them..
I just go to FOW, theyre awesome for rods i reckon, you can play with them all until you find the right setup..?!
My next chronarch might go on one of those samaki rods, quite like them..
I just go to FOW, theyre awesome for rods i reckon, you can play with them all until you find the right setup..?!
"Bite off more than you can chew - Then chew like hell.." - PETER BROCK.
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Re: Barra rod advice
XT Scale series @ tackleworld. Best barra rod I've had I reckon. Love em
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Re: Barra rod advice
I recon the g loomis gl2 aussie series is a nice little rod and not too expensive. You'll know the next rod for you when you put it in your hand.
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Re: Barra rod advice
I use a T curve inshore series (can't remember the model number). I'm not a big fan of the cork grips, the T curve has the black grips, which I prefer.
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Re: Barra rod advice
You can also try Larry Lockwood for a custom jobbie.
What is your budget? I have been playing around with some Edge Rods by Gary Loomis and they are excellent albeit mega dollars.
What is your budget? I have been playing around with some Edge Rods by Gary Loomis and they are excellent albeit mega dollars.
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Re: Barra rod advice
maybe 400 bucks on a rod- sounds like it might be a loomis...
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Re: Barra rod advice
my littlest bloke reckons any rod with the most colours on it, s...ts me how often his cheapies catch better fish than the lovely toys my hard earned buys,,,,... just sayin......... the Mouse- rod reel line 29,99 often gets better fish than my $100's of dollars worth of gear (mrs not on here so 1000's) gear is gear buy what YOU like mate
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Re: Barra rod advice
If you can afford a custom one then go for it ($400 would be pretty close), otherwise a GL3 Loomis are pretty damn good
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Re: Barra rod advice
Can't go pass the warranty on the st croix and they are an awesome rods. I have a couple of avids and recent got a el cheapo triumph series which is a great budget rod.
Don't take the loomis imx and gl3 out anymore but still love using the red 6'3 crank bait .
Don't take the loomis imx and gl3 out anymore but still love using the red 6'3 crank bait .
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Re: Barra rod advice
Boys above are all over it. Where ever you shop I would take your reel in and try it on various selections.
Now for a little curve ball: if you can find one (they have been discontinued) the Samurai Reaction in 382 (5'6" 12-16lb) or 351 (6'6" 10-17lb) are a sensational bit of kit. Lifetime warranty - although replacement would be on a comparative model, feather light and appealing on the eye. Probably want a Core 50 (or similar) on the 382 though. It's only money, right.........
Now for a little curve ball: if you can find one (they have been discontinued) the Samurai Reaction in 382 (5'6" 12-16lb) or 351 (6'6" 10-17lb) are a sensational bit of kit. Lifetime warranty - although replacement would be on a comparative model, feather light and appealing on the eye. Probably want a Core 50 (or similar) on the 382 though. It's only money, right.........
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Re: Barra rod advice
Yes only money. Life is too short to be drinking bad wine and all that...
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Re: Barra rod advice
Got a couple of IMX rods and very happy with them. Actually bought at least one from Balou a few years ago! If buying a new rod I'd go for the same or a St Croix, they both have an excellent and well deserved reputation.
Cheers
Matt
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Re: Barra rod advice
St Croix for me now. Cant beat the quality and the warranty.
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