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BALDY

Posted 7/28/2003 8:41 AM (#77046)
Subject: Creature Rod Recommendation

Posts: 2378

I recently received some Cabelas gift certificates and was considering using them for a new creature/backup bucktail rod. The certificates dont amount to much so i wanted to keep the price down. I am comtemplating between a Berkeley Steelhead Rod or a Cabelas Fish Eagle II Musky rod.

The Berkeley rod is 7'9" H, rated for 15-50 lb line, and 1/4-4 oz lure...$60

The Cabelas rod is 7'6" H, rated for 15-30 lb line, and 3/4-2.5 oz lure...$80

I am leaning towards the Berkeley due to the added length and the fact that the sensitivity is probably a little better, but I am concerned about how well a steelhead rod will hold up to a muskie. I have seen steelhead rods used for large pike fishing

I am interested in some opinions on these two choices. Any input is greatly appreciated. Thanks.

sworrall

Posted 7/28/2003 9:10 AM (#77054 - in reply to #77046)
Subject: RE: Creature Rod Recommendation

Posts: 32958

Location: Rhinelander, Wisconsin

I use spinning tackle for Creatures most of the time, and prefer a 7' rod. The action I like would be considered medium heavy if a bass rod, and heavy if a walleye stick. There isn't a 'muskie' rod I know of in an action light enough for what I need. Line weight should be 14# to 17# mono, or 20# to 30# superlines. The reel should balance well on the rod.

My two cents.

Mr.Pike

Posted 7/28/2003 12:08 PM (#77090 - in reply to #77054)
Subject: RE: Creature Rod Recommendation

Posts: 466

Location: Pittsburgh, PA

I like spinning tackle as well. I have a 7' med heavy st. croix premier with a quantum catalyst reel and 30lb mono berkley big game

MuskieBum

Posted 7/28/2003 6:37 PM (#77170 - in reply to #77046)
Subject: RE: Creature Rod Recommendation

Posts: 236

Go with a 7 1/2-8' flippin stick./ heavy bass rod. 1/2 - 1/1/2 ounce. I used a salmon rod for awhile but needed a faster action.

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