Recommend me a rod

[MYS013]

Hey guys,

First post here, Im looking for a new rod after snapping my Sakana Alien (my fault and very stupid thing to do). Im looking for one that fits the following bill.

1. Between 6'6 & 7'
2. 2 - 4kg
3. 2 or more piece
4. No more then $250

It will be used with a Shimano Symetre 2500 spooled with 6 and 8lb fireline.

Thanks,

James

[plaztix]

starlo stix tournament pro light spin. they come in 2 and 1 piece and are around $180.

[metaloid]

There is a Loomis GL3 SR 842-2 going cheap in the classifieds atm that would be a great choice for that reel (imo). Other than that, Shimano T-Curve, Nitro Powerbream and Berkley Dropshot all have good reps.

[ant_72]

asking to be recommended a rod is opening a can of worms, everyone has differing opinions. The best bet take the reel or if they have a symetre 2500 at the tackle store use it and try to balance the outfit to your own liking. It has to feel good in the hand to you as you are the one who will be using it.

[MYS013]

I totally agree... I was asking purely just to see whats out there that fits what I need then I will go from there.

Thanks for all the ideas so far.

[Alan Hawk]

Loomis GL3 SR 842-2

Excellent choice. I second that.

[plaztix]

Excellent choice. I second that.

That Loomis would usually be well above your specified price but for that money is probably the best your gonna buy.

[revs57]

Have you considered the penn proguide 7' 2-4kg, I hear they were doing some special price deal. normal retail around the $200 but you could pick one up for a lot less than that

cheers

Rhys

[MYS013]

will check out all options, thanks for the ideas!

That Loomis one does look the goods but ill check out the others listed.

Edit: Looks like the Penn Proguides are only one piece?

[revs57]

ooops sorry, didn't register that 2 piece was part of your criteria

[MYS013]

Ended up getting a replacement tip for my Sakana, also bought a G.Loomis SR 842-2 7' light spin just got good measure.