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2011/04/22 15:58:30 (permalink)

Muskie Rod

Anyone have any suggestions for Muskie Rods?  Trolling and Casting...
 
 
 
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    anzomcik
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    RE: Muskie Rod 2011/04/22 17:43:48 (permalink)
    Tooth Tamer 7'6" jaw breaker jr

    By far my favorite rod. Can handle every thing from small to big baits, only thing it wont do it super big baits "pounders..."
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    RE: Muskie Rod 2011/04/22 17:57:16 (permalink)
    I use a St Croix Premier Muskie 8'6" XH fast tip. No complaints.
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    3006savage
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    RE: Muskie Rod 2011/04/22 18:06:04 (permalink)
    Depending on the line you are using I would suggest different rods.

    If you are using super braids I would go with longer rods and softer tips to help keep the line tight when fighting fish.

    You will not need as stiff a rod to set hooks or work jerkbaits because there is no line streach.

    With superbraids I use a6'6" for jerkbait rated for 2-5 OZ baits and a 7'6" rod rated for 1-3 oz minimum for plugs and bucktails. You will want a shorter stiffer rod if you fish with mono or or dacron.

    Gander Mountain (brand) has some decent rods in the $60 range and the St Croix Mojo are hard to beat in the $140 range.
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    RE: Muskie Rod 2011/04/22 18:19:26 (permalink)
    Personal preference but keep in mind a longer rod will yield longer cast and makes figure 8's much easier from a boat.
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    RE: Muskie Rod 2011/04/27 19:53:49 (permalink)
    atleast 8 foot  100% .....tackle industries had an 8'6 and a 9'6 rod for like 115 bucks...if their still in business get it.......take it from me...dont dump a ton of coin in a rod. Its good to get a warranty tho.... but the reel is the important thing......pm me any questions

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