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Fishing in British Columbia => General Discussion => Topic started by: kindalonismo on September 25, 2011, 08:19:40 PM

Title: Budget Minded Rod Upgrade?
Post by: kindalonismo on September 25, 2011, 08:19:40 PM

Hey guys,

My current 10'6" baitcaster is a Daiwa Heartland M/H 1/2 - 11/2oz lure set up. 

I would like to find something that is a bit lighter, with a bit more action and wanted to get some suggestions.  Any suggestions on a replacement that won't break the bank...around $100. Medium weight?

I would like to use it for the fall fishery as well as steelhead in the new year.

As always, thanks in advance for the feedback  ;D

Title: Re: Budget Minded Rod Upgrade?
Post by: Dennis.t on September 25, 2011, 08:26:10 PM

Was in the Cabellas in Edmonton and gave the new HMX a feel and man what a sweet stick.The price was 80 bucks.10'6" in length.

Title: Re: Budget Minded Rod Upgrade?
Post by: mzmann on September 25, 2011, 08:31:58 PM

Its a little more than $100 but its  G. Loomis designed and made by TFO.....with a lifetime warranty!

http://templeforkoutfitters.ca/index.php?page=shop.product_details&flypage=yagendoo_VaMazing_1.tpl&product_id=78&category_id=15&vmcchk=1&option=com_virtuemart&Itemid=50

Title: Re: Budget Minded Rod Upgrade?
Post by: Matt on September 25, 2011, 09:07:42 PM

The Fenwick HMX is a sweet rod and its cheap.

Title: Re: Budget Minded Rod Upgrade?
Post by: CohoJake on September 25, 2011, 09:15:21 PM

I picked up a 10 1/2 foot Tica at Dave's in Lynden (right across the Aldergrove crossing) for $65 - he also had 12 and 14 foot Tica centerpin rods for $75.  All prices in US, but I think the exchange is close to par.  My dad got the 12'.  We are both very pleased to date - my rod has been great for the 3 springs I  have caught this year, but not too heavy to take the fun out of catching pinks. 

Title: Re: Budget Minded Rod Upgrade?
Post by: TyCrane on September 26, 2011, 08:59:43 AM

x3 on the hmx... picked one up last year and its been great for me

Title: Re: Budget Minded Rod Upgrade?
Post by: bigblue on September 26, 2011, 10:17:13 AM

At that price range, HMX are good and also look into Berkeley Air IM8 rods.
I used a spinning version 9' light action rod for pinks this season and it was loads of fun.
They are very light and strong for their weight and well priced for an IM8 rod.

Title: Re: Budget Minded Rod Upgrade?
Post by: kindalonismo on September 26, 2011, 10:02:42 PM

Thanks so much for the feedback guys...those who bought the HMX, you running the Medium 10'6"? 

Cheers :)