Salmon Salt Water Trolling Rod....Opinions

[burnsy22]

Ok I am looking to gear up my boat and I am somewhat on a budget due to the fact I have zero gear, and I am starting from scratch. My brother in law uses Technium 10"6 rods and I like them although I would rather spend around $120 or less on the rod...Anyone recommend a good quality rod around the 10"6 length specifically for trolling.

Thanks

 

[JAC]

I run both Technium and Fenwick both are good but when I buy more it will be Technium Cork seems to hold up better for me.

thanks
JAC

 

[Halilogger]

I run both as well, and I like both.

 

[highlights]

Fenwick HMX . Great rod and reasonably priced.
Personally I prefer to use those rods combined with Shimano mooching reels. I don't want to have to worry about a 2000.00 dollar rod and reel combo when I am working on the boat. They stay at home ready for hands on river fishing instead. My saltwater rods are work horses.

 

[sammyslabber]

geeze boys old topics never die they just get older[V]

 

[burnsy22]

I am new to the forms and to fishing for myself and not being guided...I apologize if I brought up an old topic....just looking for opinions...[B)]

 

[Time]

Nothing wrong with the new member hitting the basics.

For a budget rod, look at the Shimano TDR series. Use 2 on my boat and haven't had a problem, and as highlights pointed out, you don't have to worry about a "trophy" rod getting broken. Put on a Shimano 2000 reel and you are good to go.

Have your local tackle shop spool the reels from the bulk line loaders they have (cheaper and easier than buying individual spools) and for under 200.00 you're set.

 

[drhook]

'Time' is right. The Shimano TDR series is cheap, tough, have lots of eyes. They are regular priced at only $32.99 at Wholesale Sports in Nanaimo and they got 20% off right now until Oct 3rd. So if you rush down you can pick them up for only $26.99.

 

[Sushihunter]

I've run Shimano TDR rods for many years. They are cheap, but good. But they are a long way from the best. I discovered this only after upgrading to a Shimano Convergence 10'6" mooching rod.

If you are going to get the TDR's, get the 9' rods in as light an action as possible. The length will give you more control over the fish, and a soft action will give you more shock absorbing so that you don't break off the fish when it makes a sudden move.

If you do not have a lot of experience fighting fish, or you invite people out who have little or no experience, then I would avoid the TDR's and get a 10'6" rod. This will give you a much better chance at getting the fish into the boat without breaking off.

There is no need to spend hundreds of dollars on a good fishing rod, there are many out there under $100 that will serve you well, just take some time to shop around and talk with the guys at the tackle shops to see what they have in your price range.

As for reels, you can't beat a Shimano Mooching reel in its various configurations for the price.



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[Mad Shepherd]

x 4 for me on the TDR's. I have just recently upgraded but ran TDR's with 2000GT reels for a long time. They are what they are, a durable rod that will get the job done and at a price that you dont cry when you have to replace it.



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[sammyslabber]

swear by my fenwick with the stainless steel guides 10'6'' around $120 only drawback the rod butts (Rubber)come off & get lost.

 

[Jimbo]

My rods of choice are the 10' 6 convergence, they fish awsome for $90 a piece. #15- 25 line weight med-heavy slow action. I have 1 that is the#12-20 but I find the heavier ones have a little more backbone when you need it. Especially with bigger fish and seals around! I have had several of these rods over the years and never had problems, there tough! The 1 m6 blanks are great!

 

[Highliner]

Fenwick HMX for me.

Highliner

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[mr killer]

I've been fishing two amundson 10'6 rods for a few years a buddy of mine broke the tip of one of them this summer playing a fish and I bought a HMX as a replacement, I definately notice the spine in the hmx is a bit softer and I definately prefer my one Amundson I have left, they do fall apart a bit but they feel great when your playing a fish, I was told they were a sage knock off,

 

[bigmeal]

I run 2 10'-6" Convergence with shimano 2000's. I love these and the rods are guaranteed for life! They were only just over $100 when I bought them a couple years back. Everyone that comes on my boat loves them. Hope this helps.

 

[Dogbreath]

Be sure to check used places before dropping any dough you never know what you'll find. [8D]

 

[Whole in the Water]

For the money I like Shimano Technium rods. They were built for westcoast fishing. Super durable and strong but also very light, sensitive. My 2 bits.

Long live wild salmon!!!
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[Derby]

X 2 on the Shimano Tech- med-simply the best

 

[profisher]

I've used Fenwick's and G'Loomis over the years but have used Trophy XL 9' light mooching rods the past 2 years. They are cheapish, I think about $70.00. They are light weight but strong with a short butt section that is hard to find anymore. I broke my first one the last trip out after 2 seasons. Not the rods fault. I ran into a gooney birds nest of bull kelp on the starboard side gear and cranked the boat hard to go back and get free...didn't realize the port side was into a heavy single piece as well and the hard turn with all the weight torqued the rod over in the holder and it exploded at the start of the cork. I'll buy another of the same as they have treated me well and I like the rod.

 

[highlights]

X2 with the light mooching rod by Trophy. Impressive for the price. Fit and finish is actually very nice as well. I use them paired with some Kamloops large arbour fly reels for the big lakes. Great rod for large Cutthroat and Browns. Would imagine they would be a blast for these coho as well.