Fishing with Rod Discussion Forum
Fishing in British Columbia => General Discussion => Topic started by: bigblue on January 03, 2011, 01:16:31 AM
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I am looking to get a new light spinning reel for steelhead spinning with small spoons/spinners.
One I am leaning towards is G Loomis STR 1082S (GL2)
Specs are 9' long, 6-10 lbs, 1/4-1/2 oz. lure, moderate action, light power.
Would appreciate any feedbacks on this rod and any other suggestions.
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I was surfing the net today and came across Berkley Air IM8 spinning rod with almost the same spec at about half price.
It's the 9', Light Power, Lure weight 1/8-1/2 Oz., Line 6-10 lbs.
Have anyone tried the Air IM8 rods?
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I bought a Sage 296 SP from Lynwood WA. I have a casting rod 296CT and it is beautiful, light and fast. So I hunted down this 296SP. JUst bought it today and will be shipped up here next week. They have another one on hand if you are interested. I have never tried a STR 1082S. Bu I think I will be very happy with the Sage.
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If you want to go cheaper I've got a 9' Trophy XL Coho King that I really like for the money, a bit light for bigger fish in heavy water though. If you are fishing for winters that Berkely looks a bit light for tossing bigger spoons.
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I bought a Sage 296 SP from Lynwood WA. I have a casting rod 296CT and it is beautiful, light and fast. So I hunted down this 296SP. JUst bought it today and will be shipped up here next week. They have another one on hand if you are interested. I have never tried a STR 1082S. Bu I think I will be very happy with the Sage.
I am sure Sage spinning rods are excellent as I also own a CT 2106 and like it very much.
However, I am not sure I would want to spend that much money on a spinning rod.
Thanks for the info.
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I am sure Sage spinning rods are excellent as I also own a CT 2106 and like it very much.
However, I am not sure I would want to spend that much money on a spinning rod.
Thanks for the info.
I have one custom sage 286 for sell. it is casting but I used it as spinning rod and it is cheaper then loomis str1082s
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If you want to go cheaper I've got a 9' Trophy XL Coho King that I really like for the money, a bit light for bigger fish in heavy water though. If you are fishing for winters that Berkely looks a bit light for tossing bigger spoons.
I agree that Trophy XLs are great for the money as I also own a 9'6" Custom Series spinning rod rated at 10-17 lbs.
I have caught many coho and spring on this rod and had lots of fun.
However, I am looking for a lighter spinning rod in the 6-12lb range and about 9' long.
And you are right that the Berkley will not be able to handle bigger spoons, but I am hoping to use this rod to target early season coho or slow water spinning, so need to toss heavier hardware would be limited. Thanks for your comments. :)
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I have one custom sage 286 for sell. it is casting but I used it as spinning rod and it is cheaper then loomis str1082s
Thanks for the offer Lapa, but not looking for a casting rod at this time. :)
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I agree that Trophy XLs are great for the money as I also own a 9'6" Custom Series spinning rod rated at 10-17 lbs.
I have caught many coho and spring on this rod and had lots of fun.
However, I am looking for a lighter spinning rod in the 6-12lb range and about 9' long.
And you are right that the Berkley will not be able to handle bigger spoons, but I am hoping to use this rod to target early season coho or slow water spinning, so need to toss heavier hardware would be limited. Thanks for your comments. :)
Cool, looking forward to those bluebacks!