Newby To Bass Fishing

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kaboem

Sealiner
Hi Guys

I am new here on the bass forum and i please need some advice.

We often go big carp hunting and all when all the work has been done i usually sit and build rigs, clean things, ext..... Now a week ago i was bitten by the bass GOGGA while awaiting screaming alarm.....

Now what id like to know is, what would you guys suggest in me buying a good quality entry level rod and reel? I was thinking of going with a spinning reel as i am comfertable with them and i  can cast them.

Rod - Make? Taking into account i will not be a serious bass angler... (just killing time)

Reel- Make? what would you guys suggest?

And maybe if you have something 2nd hand you are not useing and you wanna sell in good condition.... Please let me know.

Thanks

 
 
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errant

Member
Maybe try a Sensation Rod and Banax baitcaster Reel. I just don't feel right bassing with a spinning reel :)

The Sensation and Banax could get you in the fun for a couple rands.
 
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ChrisOvens

New member
If you looking fora shop with everything then the best place is mais in woodmead they have most tings might not be the cheapest.
I recently got a new rod there graphite and for a spinning reel for R350 its an albe its cheap compared to the pro stuff. Reel wise go for something that wont break after your third cast. Spitfire spinning reel goes for about R400.
Then you got to decide between braid or line, go line its cheaper.

Plastics, spinners and cranks are your choice in ammo.
Plastics are your cheapest bet. Zoom plasticcs come in any shape, colour and size you can think of.
My best is Flukes and colour all depends on the spot and structure around.

Thats my 2c worth for a fellow newbie. Sure some of the Pro's might have better advise but this should get you started.
Chris
 
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errant

Member
kaboem wrote:
Any idea where these items can be bought?
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Western Acc in Boksburg keeps a nice range and their pricing is good. If you are starting out with a baitcaster buy super cheap line and practice a bit first as your firt cast in more than likely going to be a BN!
 
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kaboem

Sealiner
errant

Thanks for the heads up man, but i am rather gonna go with a slade or alivio 2500 as i can cast them....lol

I am going to WA today.... Will let you know what i got.

 
 
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kaboem

Sealiner
Hallo Boys

Went out to WA and got myself a little Shimano Slade 2500, 12lb Daiwa Mono (by Luck) and a 7ft Crossfire rod a few different sizes hooks and some basic plasticks.

Watermelon something worms, Junebug mini shad that stinks like garlic? and a packet of plastic frogs as well  should do the trick?

Now to put to test.....

Thanks to everybody for advice and guidence.

Appretiated;)
 
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100% African

Senior Member
Id say go for a combo like a diawa megaforce setup. it comes with line, rod and reel. You know its matches properly and works well. Tie on a lure and you ready... They sell from about R450.00 and are good quality with a good feel and reliability.

Just get a few different types of soft plastics and you set. To start, a pack of worms, flukes and brush hogs. all different colours and you should be fine. some texas weights and hooks. you wont need more than that to catch fish off the bank...
 
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Koos Bass

Member
You see,,, "Bass Fishing" is tike this!!!

You try it,

You like it,

and then befour you know it you will kill time looking for carp at night because you just dont want a screeming carp reel to bother you while you are spinning for your new found love.

Tight Lines
 
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kaboem

Sealiner
Koos Bass

Funny you should say that....lol

I have had a few of mates who fish with me at my sindicate dam have already put in offers on some of my FOX equipment....lol

And i actually know a guy who had a R40k setup who sold everything after he also "killed Time" awaiting the elusive Big Carp, He is now only Bass Fishing...lol

I believe it is very adictave...

Thanks for the input.

100%African (love the Name)

Where can i get this kind of setup? I am a firm believer of Daiwa Products and a bit of a tackle tart...lol Nothing wrong with having a spare setup also i have a 6 year old i would like to kit out as well.
 
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matthewswanson1

New member
i bought the Daiwa megaforce 6'6 with a Daiwa Procaster 2500. i got it all at Solly's in fourways. Setup costs about R800. Perfect though.
Going to see if it works for tigers at komatipoort next weekend
 
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