New to lure fishing - what rod and reel?

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Riacco

Member
Hi guys,

I want to start targeting the Struisbaai leeries and kob with lures and plugs in the summer months, something that i have not done previously.

Starting point will obviously be a rod and reel combo. Any advise or suggestions will be appreciated as normally fish with a 14 ft rod and multiplier so i am a totally new to this and don't want to walk into a tackle shop and get ripped off by a salesman.

Looking forward to your replies.
 
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JeandlH

New member
Rod: I don't think there is a better value for money rod than the Loomis Archipelago, it has a top class blank and components which some of the other more expensive rods don't have. I don't think it is even worth it to look at a cheaper rod, because you're only going to save about R300 on a rod that has bad components and a blank that doesn't even come close to the Loomis.
http://www.ganis.co.za/pi3894/fishing-rods/spinning-rods/saltwater-spinning/loomis--archipelago-xh-hmg(new).html


Reel: Size 3000/4000 Daiwa BG will work great with the Loomis rod. Otherwise you can step it up a notch and get yourself a Shimano Stradic 5000, probably one of the best reels for lure fishing in the surf. For more "affordable" options you can look at the Okuma Azores 40 or the Shimano Nasci 5000
http://www.ganis.co.za/pi2094/fishing-reels/all-fishing-reels/conventional-spinning-reels/daiwa-bg.html
http://www.ganis.co.za/pi993/fishing-reels/all-fishing-reels/conventional-spinning-reels/shimano-stradic-xg.html http://www.ganis.co.za/pi936/fishing-reels/all-fishing-reels/conventional-spinning-reels/okuma-azores.html
http://www.ganis.co.za/pi3835/fishing-reels/all-fishing-reels/conventional-spinning-reels/shimano-nasci.html
 
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Wolf3d

Member
Is a 9 foot spinning rod sufficient for lure fishing in in the surf? I've heard of guys using 8 foot rods at Strand throwing paddle tails, much lighter than 10 and 11 foot rods.
 
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duckbill

Senior Member
I have caught a few small elf behind the swimming pool in Strand on 7ft rods, size 2000 reels and lures. The problem with this is that a big leerie could take your lure, in which case you will be under gunned. In my opinion a decent 9ft to 10ft rod and size 4000 reel will be ideal for the Strand area. You will essentially be able to fish a couple of hours while having the pulling power to land that dream leerie.
 
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RotsRot

New member
Struis summer spinning you often will have to cast far into a strong south easter, which is usually when the elf / leeries come in - you'll need at least a 10ft rod, that can cast at least 1.5oz.
I have an 11ft, and at times cast plugs up to 2.5oz.
 
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StangV2_0

New member
I only fish from the side with 2 rods and they are both spinning rods. Everyone will have their own preference but I dont only throw plastics/lures with them.

Both are 11ft. One is a Daiwa Laguna 11ft with 2oz tip. Very light rod and can flick it all day without the rod tiring you out. I have a Big Boss 5000 reel on this. Great rod for elf etc. But if you want to throw a big bait out with large sinker not ideal.

2nd rod is also 11ft but is a 3 piece blue marlin 4oz tip. This rod can not only throw a 3-4oz plug a mile but can also throw a whole pilchard with a 4oz sinker pretty dam far. This is arguably the most versatile rod I can recommend. Can throw a good bait then switch to throwing lures with ease. But heavy if throwing lures all day but a great all rounder. I have a Big Boss 8000 on it.

Both of these setups wont break the bank. I usually start by throwing a whole pilchard out with bigger rod then throw lures on side of it with smaller rod. very rare that I throw lures all day with bigger rod unless the fishing really gets intense. its just too heavy a setup to spin with all day. And your back WILL cry the next day.

Staying on the Big Boss reels for a bit.

I have had them two years now and havn't had a days issue with them. One particular session on the rocks i lost one of the rods. I didnt know till I saw something floating out in a gully and had to swim for it. Just washed it off with fresh water and DWF it and no problems. neither of my reels have had a decent service yet still work 100%.

I am not going to say I abuse my reels but they certainly do get worked very hard. yet they both still work as great as the day I got them. End of every trip I remove handle and murder it with DWF. Give it a few cranks. Pack away.
 
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nankwe

New member
hi jeandlh

what rod and reel would you recommend for soft bait fishing from a boat or jetski

my target fish will be kabeljou
 
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MrFisha

Member
Also looking getting into lure fishing...

Looking at getting the following setup:
Reel: Shimano Nasci 5000
Rod: Shimano Vengeance BX Shad 9ft
Braid: 30LB

Your thoughts?

Thanks
 
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