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Message Subject: First Rod and Reel
Mitchythekid
Posted 3/2/2014 9:44 AM (#695319)
Subject: First Rod and Reel




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My oldest boy is 9. Without breaking the bank....What advice do you have for his first muskie rod and reel? I was thinking 6500C with a seven foot rod. Thoughts? Looking to throw mid size lures. All purpose rod and reel? Thanks!
dami0101
Posted 3/2/2014 9:56 AM (#695320 - in reply to #695319)
Subject: Re: First Rod and Reel





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Location: Minneapolis, MN
For a rod I'd suggest the TI youth rod and then probably look for a used Curado 300, Toro 50, or a lexa 300. A Calcutta 400B could be a good option depending on what your total overall budget is but I'm not sure how well it would fit in a 9 year olds hand, thus why I suggested the low profile routes.
cast4musky
Posted 3/2/2014 10:15 AM (#695326 - in reply to #695319)
Subject: Re: First Rod and Reel





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How about a nice TI youth rod $80 and a Lexa 300 $140 seems this would be Ideal for a Young Gun......Mike Sr
Rudedog
Posted 3/2/2014 11:45 AM (#695344 - in reply to #695319)
Subject: RE: First Rod and Reel




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Location: S.W. WI
Gander Mt. Guide Series rod= $79
Shimano Cardiff 300 reel= $109 (very small round reel)
....Served me well my first 4-5 yrs
cast4musky
Posted 3/2/2014 11:53 AM (#695345 - in reply to #695319)
Subject: Re: First Rod and Reel





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The other option is to look on this site there are always inexpensive rod and reel combos being put up.....You could Post as WTB (wanted to buy) a nice combo for a beginner.... For sure you will get Numerous results.....Good Luck Mike Sr
Ross K
Posted 3/3/2014 10:31 AM (#695606 - in reply to #695319)
Subject: Re: First Rod and Reel




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Toothtamer Mag-Medium is Great! My kids use it... it is very versitle, light and durable... Throw 6" jakes, some topwaters, and regular size dream catchers with ease....
Cal
Posted 3/3/2014 11:32 AM (#695631 - in reply to #695319)
Subject: Re: First Rod and Reel





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Location: ON
9 years old, need a much smaller reel than a 6500 for sure.

Without breaking the bank, Lexa 300 and 7'whatever MH. Throw some single bladed bucks, 5-6" cranks, and spinnerbaits.
muskie! nut
Posted 3/3/2014 4:52 PM (#695785 - in reply to #695319)
Subject: Re: First Rod and Reel





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Location: Yahara River Chain
What ever you get, make it easy on the kid and get a reel with the crank on the same side as his spinning reel.
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