Broken rod repair

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Broken rod repair

#1 Post by fishfeatures »

hi,

I was out tonight and managed to snag a bush behind me and unfortunately I snapped my 9ft spinning rod just below the join when trying to cast far. I guess i didn't have the drag adjusted for some bizarre reason. Anyway is there a way to fix it or do I put it down to a life lesson and get a new one??
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Re: Broken rod repair

#2 Post by Tom H »

Time for a new one.
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Re: Broken rod repair

#3 Post by MR RMG83 »

Yep, it sounds to me like your only option here is a new rod.
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Re: Broken rod repair

#4 Post by mickser »

some rods can be repaired depends on how bad the break is any chance of a photo of it and what make is it
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Re: Broken rod repair

#5 Post by MAC »

If it's a top end rod it might be worth looking at a repair, but any repair near the joint will stiffen the rod action and it won't feel the same. Unless it's a Tenru or similiar, I'd go with a new one.

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Re: Broken rod repair

#6 Post by fishfeatures »

ok guys look like it's a new rod is the better option than repair. Can one suggest a suitable spinning rod for river /estuary fishing for about 70 - 100 ? I liked 9ft but am open to options. cheers for the help

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