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[EZ_Rolling]

I am looking for a new rod and would really appreciate any opinions that you might have.

I am looking to spend less than $300.00 on a new or slightly used baitcasting rod.

I will be using this rod for the Vedder primarily steelhead and coho but the rod must be strong enough for the springs.

I was told once to look for a rod with 3 guides on the butt section but have not found many that are in my price range.

I am open to any suggestions and help you may offer.

Thank you I look forward to your replies.


EZ

[fishherron]

Talk to Russ At RA Striker Rod and Reel .ca

[EZ_Rolling]

thanks I have spoken with Stryker on the phone and plan too see him at the sportsmans show....

[redside1]

How about looking at Lamiglas. They would have a factory built rod with warranty around your price. I think the series is called "Certified Pro". I think they will be at the Abbotsford sportsman show with a complete booth of their rods.

[Sterling C]

Maybe you could tell us what type of reel you will be pairing it up with.

[younggun]

casting rod i'd go with a st.criox or a loomis if u can get a deal. Stay away from the new fenwicks, they aren't built in canada anymore(china). Not as high of a quality, but if u can get on older used model it'll be fine. Trophies are nice too!

[redside1]

Fenwick rods have been built outside of North america for the last 15 years or so. Nothing really new about not being made in canada any longer.

[EZ_Rolling]

thanks guys

anymore suggestions? 

[scruffy]

you can get into a loomis starting about $270 or you can get a cheaper rod like the trophy which are also a great rod for the $$$,i've got a light action baitcaster 8-17lbs rating from trophy and it's been great for everything as you described.

[Gooey]

bug pumper has a st criox wild river seris...i think its 8-12 and has a beatiful action, nice rod with a nice  even bend and a very light tip i'd say.  I think he paid under $135 including taxes.  I have never fished the fenwick HMX rods but they look pretty nice from the ones I have seen.

I have bought a number of lamiglas blanks (factory firsts), some for as little as $35us each.  Lamiglas makes some great rods. they have have a charcoal grey series that I have built several different models in...I love each one.  as a blank, they were from the GSH series and available in length of 10.5-12' and line classes 8-12, 8-17, and 15-25.  As blanks I paid $35-$65 each.  I think the GSH (graphite steelhead) is cheaper than the Certified Pro.

Definitely I think the 8-17lb range would be the best for the target species you listed.

Good luck