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| Hi guys. I am looking to get into muskie fishing this year and wondering what rod I should be looking for? I know there are different rods for different presentations but what are the most versatile rods until I can build my collection? I have spent a lot of time walleye fishing but would like to try the muskie scene. Any reel recommendations? Thanks! |
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| well being kind of versatile probably a 8' ft rod will throw everything probably in a MH or H will throw a bunch of different baits like different size bucktails and some dawgs and topwater stuff ect. price range is up to you I would say for the money Tackle Industries rods are best. A reel I would definately recomend a shimano calcutta, I like the 400te but the 400b is cheaper, either one you can throw pretty much any bait and it will do the job and have more longevity. |
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| Depending on your comfort level a 7'6" to 8" rod will do the trick with most lures. Actions and lure weights are subjective between brands so watch for that a bit. For someone new to the sport I find most of the medium heavy action rods a bit more forgiving but I certainly wouldn't be shy about goinig to a heavy action if you think you'll be throwing stuff with a bit more weight to it. Too many possibles out there to suggest just one rod. |
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| How much money do you want to spend? I would get one that will handle both bucktails and crankbaits; and go from there. |
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| I want to get a decent rod and good reel. Not really set on a price but don't want to spend a fortune yet. |
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| Since you're looking for 1 all around setup, I'd go with a Tackle Industries 9' XH and a calcutta 400b or revo 60. With this you should be able to handle just about everything other than constantly burning big blades. |
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| Bang for your buck, St Croix Musky Mojo in 8' heavy action and an Abu Garcia Record high capacity. |
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| Depends what you're throwing and how much you're willing to spend. I'd stick with a 7'6" or WTD baits and jerkbaits. 8' to 9' for bucktails. |
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