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Gentlemen,
I am a total newbie to fishing. Just moved up to Washington last year. I want to get into fishing salmon/steelhead. I went out with a friend recently and like fishing a lot. Went for trout the other day. I had a blast.
My question is... What is a good rod for salmon/ steelhead rod for bank/wading fishing? Not looking to spend a ton of money just get a good rod. I like a spinning rod/reel setup for now easier for me to learn on i think.
Once i figure out the rod then y'all get more questions about reels,line,hooks, etc. Lucky you huh? "laughs"
Gentlemen, thanks for your help in advance.
SOTA
aka: student of the art
SOTA, if you're just looking for one rod to get you through, and you want it to be moderately priced, check out the Cert. Pro X96JS...it's a good all around rod that will do you well on both light and medium weight lines and tackle.
Fish on...
Todd
http://www.rvrfshr.com
Todd,
I have a couple rods for light/med stuff. A little 5" Okuma UL rod with Shimano FX 1000 reel and a Mitchell 6'6" medium rod with Okuma Safina Pro reel.
I am now looking to get a salmon/steelhead rod. Here i am trying to learn about Lamiglas rods. I am looking at spinning rods as that is what i find easier for me to use. I hear for steelhead about 20lb test is good and about 25lb for salmon.
I appreciate any and all help.
thanks,
SOTA
Todd gave you good advise as that rod will do many different techniques well, from drift fishing to float fishing. I see little need for heavier than 12 lb test for steelhead anytime ( 8 lb in the summer ) unless I'm fishing for 20 lb plus B runs. 15 lb will stop most salmon you'll meet, especially with that power rod. Going to 20 and 25 lb test on a spinning reel unless it's a super braid will give you a overly heavy, clunky rod/reel setup because of how large a reel you must use to get the right line capacity. The drag systems on spinning reels aren't near as strong as the casting reels either, and you're pulling at 90 degrees on a long thin shaft holding the reel spool on, so going heavy on the line is less than a perfect setup also.
Both sides of the spool are supported on a casting reel and its a fairly narrow spool, the new spinning rods have a long spool supported on one side only, not the hottest heavy line setup. Bend the shaft and your done for the day.
No one knows as much as all of us.
Gentlemen,
Looking at salmon rods. Whats the difference between the rogue river, g200, norwest special, g1000 series, and cert pro? Other then cost i mean. There is a big difference in cost from around 150-300ish.
SpoonPlugger,
You made a lot of sense with the info about reels. My thinking is the spinning reels are easier to learn for a newbie. If i am wrong feel free to educate me as to why i am incorrect. Thats why i'm here try and learn about all this.
SOTA
Sota,
The G200, Norwest Special and Rogue River are imported rods. They feature a top quality graphite and components. The biggest difference is the labor costs in China are far less than labor here in the US.
The G-1000 and Certified Pro are made here in Woodland and feature all Fuji components.
John Posey
Lamiglas National Sales Manager
Lamiglas Rod Squad Guru
Mr. Posey,
Thanks for the information. I have heard about the 1314 rod and like the specs. I am going to use the rod for river bank fishing salmon/steelhead. Still need to do some research on it all see what to get for the whole setup.
SOTA
Mr. John Posey,
Thanks for the information.
For salmon and steelhead which rod do you recommend. I will be river bank fishing. What specs should i be looking at? I am a total novice at fishing so any help is appreciated.
SOTA