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hereford · Finger Mullet Joined: 25 Apr 2007 Posts: 37

I need some advice on a rod. I'm looking at an American Rodsmith or an All Star. Both are 7' 12-20lb class. I need a good all around stick. Any preferences between the two?

IslandMike · Posted: Mon Jul 02, 2007 1:31 pm Post subject:

I don't think you can go wrong with either. I have heard great things about both. Just make sure it has the action you are looking for.
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BIG LONG · Posted: Mon Jul 02, 2007 1:55 pm Post subject:

I"ve fished all-star forever....and love'em. i found a 7'6 and thats the best for rubbers.....
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Lefty Ray · Posted: Mon Jul 02, 2007 2:32 pm Post subject:

Go to Roys and check out the G. Loomis rods before you buy.
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Permit · Posted: Mon Jul 02, 2007 3:48 pm Post subject:

I like G. Loomis - great warranty. All-Stars are great for the price - I'd go All-Star if you can't go G. Loomis. Falcon Coastal XG is also a dang good choice. Good luck.
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The Irishman · Posted: Mon Jul 02, 2007 3:49 pm Post subject:

My rodsmith is a beauty and has held up great. Very durable- but I agree make sure it is somehting that has the action you are looking for. This will make you more comfortable. Smile

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OutCast · Posted: Mon Jul 02, 2007 4:27 pm Post subject:

I just picked up a referbished Rodsmith from the Academy for $29, I needed a 6'6" for topwater and it is very nice for the price.

Depends on what you want to use it for more than anything.

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ironmanstan · Posted: Mon Jul 02, 2007 4:37 pm Post subject:

shimano rods and reels for my taste, durable stuff. my drum rod is an uglystick, and i like allstars,and loomis rods. i started out with handlines at arroyo city. My first reel was a mitchell 300.
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Cricket · Posted: Tue Jul 03, 2007 2:43 pm Post subject: Shimano

I agree with rodmanstan. Check out the Shimano rods at Roy's. I've got two and am very happy with both. Wide price range and models so you can get what you want for the long term use.

juanpescado · Posted: Wed Jul 04, 2007 8:00 am Post subject:

riofrio · Posted: Wed Jul 04, 2007 8:45 am Post subject:

I don't know about you guys, but the biggest problem I have with today's rods is the ceramic rings detaching or breaking off from the guides.

Are there any of these rods that have durable guides? I have not had good luck with Shimano, All Star or Castaway. Fuji guides seem to be just as bad as any of the others.

juanpescado · Posted: Wed Jul 04, 2007 8:51 am Post subject:

I had a rod built and had American Tackle Titanium guides with Nanolite rings installed , I really like these guides and will have them put on a couple of my rods when I get back ...
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