If you only could have one

GotstaFish · February 20, 2006, 10:52:28 PM

Cabin Fever sett'in in. Must go fishing.

Richard Cooper · February 20, 2006, 10:59:23 PM

sorry i couldnt vote on your post, but if i could have only one rod it would definately be a kistler.

Pferox · February 21, 2006, 05:21:36 AM

I said other.

I would have a Penn, with either a Penn inshore rod, or a Penn Surf Rod, and about 30 or 40 lb test braid.

This is an Island here, you are talkin about my kind of fishin.

OH yea, can I have a Cast Net wash up on shore with me.....I need it to catch the bait.

coyotek · February 21, 2006, 07:15:56 AM

I am partial to Kistler and Castaway rods myself. As far as reels are concerned I am the verdict is still out. Lean more towards shimano than anything.

chunter_ksu · February 21, 2006, 07:41:08 AM

One and only one brand would be shimano. I like the crucials and IMO shimano reels are the only way to go.

cmegee · February 21, 2006, 08:52:46 AM

Me I'm a Quantum man..... I just like they way they feel and work....

Creel Limit Zero · February 21, 2006, 09:14:41 AM

I like the BPS extreme combos. Quality and price built in.

dawsonb · February 21, 2006, 12:16:04 PM

I voted other I want a flyrod with a Ross reel. An Avet wouldn't be bad either.

WishinFishin · February 21, 2006, 12:29:49 PM

On a deserted isle?............Shimano spinning outfit for survival

OHRiverRat · February 21, 2006, 01:43:52 PM

Hopefully my island is in fresh water. I think I'll take the Pfluger on the quantum rod for this one.

topcat · February 21, 2006, 10:51:41 PM

I voted for the Daiwa...........because I am a Daiwa man.......

Topcat

BIG PAPA · February 21, 2006, 11:15:39 PM

For survival purposes I would want a curado and an old fiberglass rod, would be more durable than todays graphite rods.
papa

WishinFishin · February 22, 2006, 10:03:50 AM

Quote from: papa on February 21, 2006, 11:15:39 PM
For survival purposes I would want a curado and an old fiberglass rod, would be more durable than todays graphite rods.
papa

Would that be the good ole days Papa?

Serious though I still a fibergass rod from my childhood, they do last a long time

cmegee · February 22, 2006, 10:13:03 AM

I've still got a couple old Fiberglass rods that I use for crankin'

that still the best rods for give and flexability in my opinion.

bassdaddyo · March 01, 2006, 03:15:14 PM

I had a shakespeare until about 230 today when it broke in half while trying to retrieve a frenzy crankbait that was stuck in a piece of lumber (sunken railcar). it was a freakin 7 ft rod and it snapped

~xyzabout 6 inches above the two piece seating area and splintered across my knuckles

. I'm only 5ft 7 so I know my massive size had little to do with this 3 month old rod breaking in half. really, is this common? I have to say my next rod will be fiberglass or maybe a cheapie Zebco. I won't feel bad about breaking that and AFA the fiberglass goes I doubt I could...

WishinFishin · March 01, 2006, 03:41:15 PM

Try the Shakespeare Ugly Stix for around $30 dollars warranty 70 day &
7 year limited warranty.
Also Cabela's sells one called a Whuppin Stick for $20, advertised as "Want stronger? buy a crane"
Good luck hope this helps find one suited to your needs

Pferox · March 01, 2006, 04:25:01 PM

I have yet to break an ugly stick, or a whuppin stick, and with 30lb line on em, I have pulled in some big logs.

bassdaddyo · March 02, 2006, 06:52:06 AM

Thanx for the info I'll look into them gents.

imp81318 · March 07, 2006, 07:02:05 AM

This depends... How big is the island? Are there rivers/streams and lakes/ponds? Will I intend to live primarily off fish from the streams/lakes (if there are any), or from fish I catch from the surf??

I don't really have an answer, just being difficult.

GotstaFish · March 07, 2006, 10:01:47 PM

Don't over anylize it now lol. $:-\$

Keithscatch · March 08, 2006, 09:16:03 AM

Should read what Reel would you want. I would say a Shimano.

Rods, not really sure. i like several. Falcon, Cast Away, All Star even the BPS Extreme rods are nice.

earthworm77 · March 14, 2006, 01:00:09 PM

Kistler Heliums are the only rods for me!

bassdaddyo · March 14, 2006, 01:10:37 PM

i settled on a Quantam rod and plan on spending next month's lesson earnings on an Ugly stick.

hesjustbassin · March 17, 2006, 06:48:54 PM

Reel would be the chronarch mg
Rod would be a Rich Forhan custom revolver rod with a Graphite USA DHX704 blank split grip cork and recoil guides.

It is without a doubt the best combo that I own.

AB · March 19, 2006, 08:59:27 AM

I'd hafta say a Shimano Calais 200-5 on a G Loomis GL2 fast action rod....My mainstay rod and reel combo now. Lightweight, casts a dang mile, and sensative enough to feel every little thing on the bottom.

OHbassaholic · March 20, 2006, 06:55:30 AM

Shimano Castaic SF

Ballistik · March 20, 2006, 04:31:52 PM

2 new Citica 200Ds with the BPS XPS 6'6" rods and love them both. I actually got rid of my Curdo 200BSF cause I like the new Citicas so much.

GotstaFish · March 20, 2006, 08:00:51 PM

Quote from: Ballistik on March 20, 2006, 04:31:52 PM
2 new Citica 200Ds with the BPS XPS 6'6" rods and love them both. I actually got rid of my Curdo 200BSF cause I like the new Citicas so much.

I too sold a 200BSF to get a new Curado7:1. Also have 2 new Citicas and they are nice too.

Kal-Kevin · March 20, 2006, 08:14:35 PM

my reel would be a spinning reel from Mitchell.