Opinion ?

Badfish · 09-09-09, 08:26 PM

Ill be looking into getting a new Rod and Reel at the beginning of the year and I think i've decided on my Rod and Reel. Especially with everyone here so eager to give me there opinions on these rods and reels.

Reel- Bass Pro Shops: Pro Qualifier Baitcast
Rod- Berkley Lightning Rod Shock.

Any thoughts/opinions and or final suggestions before I go ahead and Tie this up as my next rod and reel?

MallenManson · 09-09-09, 08:32 PM

I have yet to tackle a baitcaster although that time is coming, so I really have no advice for you.
I'll be interested to hear how it works out though!

Badfish · 09-09-09, 08:33 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MallenManson

I have yet to tackle a baitcaster although that time is coming, so I really have no advice for you.
I'll be interested to hear how it works out though!

Well in 4 months I'll let you know, that is unless somebody manages to influence my decision somehow...

MallenManson · 09-09-09, 08:36 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Badfish

Well in 4 months I'll let you know, that is unless somebody manages to influence my decision somehow...

Around here?

They'll certainly try

Bassboss · 09-09-09, 08:44 PM

Yes! Go for the PQ! I hear it's a great reel! But the rod, no. It's a fiberglass/graphite combo. Making for a not so sensitive rod. IMO, you should get a Abu Vengeance or, Shimano Clarus rod, they're basically in the same price range and probably much better rods!

I've not used any of them but have handled them and read up good on all of them!

Badfish · 09-09-09, 08:46 PM

Thanks Bassboss, I didnt look into my Rods a whole lot and really liked the price of the Lightning Rod. If you think these other rods are better and arent 100$ then i'll look at them next time im drifting through Bass Pro Shop or Cabelas.

BigBassin144 · 09-09-09, 09:51 PM

I'd definately give the Shimano Clarus a look. If you go with the shock rod, remember it was designed for use with braided line and probably don't work good for a lot of techniques if you don't use it.

For a reel, check out the Daiwa Tierra or Abu Garcia Revo S. Abu also has a new, nicely prices reel, the Orra SX. I'd definately check into this.

If you go with an Abu, like bassboss said, take a look at the Abu Vendetta rods.

BB

09-09-09, 08:26 PM	#1
Badfish BassFishin.Com Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Baton Rouge, LA Posts: 84	Opinion ? Ill be looking into getting a new Rod and Reel at the beginning of the year and I think i've decided on my Rod and Reel. Especially with everyone here so eager to give me there opinions on these rods and reels. Reel- Bass Pro Shops: Pro Qualifier Baitcast Rod- Berkley Lightning Rod Shock. Any thoughts/opinions and or final suggestions before I go ahead and Tie this up as my next rod and reel?

09-09-09, 08:32 PM	#2
MallenManson BassFishin.Com Premier Elite Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Beulah, Michigan Posts: 6,431	I have yet to tackle a baitcaster although that time is coming, so I really have no advice for you. I'll be interested to hear how it works out though! __________________ Bass fear me. Women pepperspray me.....

09-09-09, 08:44 PM	#5
Bassboss BassFishin.Com Premier Elite Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Shawano, WI Posts: 7,761	Yes! Go for the PQ! I hear it's a great reel! But the rod, no. It's a fiberglass/graphite combo. Making for a not so sensitive rod. IMO, you should get a Abu Vengeance or, Shimano Clarus rod, they're basically in the same price range and probably much better rods! I've not used any of them but have handled them and read up good on all of them! __________________ If you can't fix it with heavy squats or fish oil, you're probably going to die.

09-09-09, 09:51 PM	#7
BigBassin144 BassFishin.Com Premier Elite Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Toledo, Ohio Posts: 9,463	I'd definately give the Shimano Clarus a look. If you go with the shock rod, remember it was designed for use with braided line and probably don't work good for a lot of techniques if you don't use it. For a reel, check out the Daiwa Tierra or Abu Garcia Revo S. Abu also has a new, nicely prices reel, the Orra SX. I'd definately check into this. If you go with an Abu, like bassboss said, take a look at the Abu Vendetta rods. BB __________________ As of June 14, 2014 the members of the BF.com forum have moved to basschat.yuku.com!

09-09-09, 08:46 PM	#6
Badfish BassFishin.Com Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Baton Rouge, LA Posts: 84	Thanks Bassboss, I didnt look into my Rods a whole lot and really liked the price of the Lightning Rod. If you think these other rods are better and arent 100$ then i'll look at them next time im drifting through Bass Pro Shop or Cabelas.

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