Need some advice on a rod for mullet

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Need some advice on a rod for mullet

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Going to try some mullet fishing this summer and found a rod and reel combo for a good price. The rods a 9ft 14-40g shimano spinning rod. I havent bought it yet so can anyone tell me if the rods too light for mullet or will it do?
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Re: Need some advice on a rod for mullet

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It will be perfect..............Enjoy!!!
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Re: Need some advice on a rod for mullet

#3 Post by Tom H »

It would be better to look at a Power Match/Waggler/Float type rod with a line rating of something in the 3-8lb mainlines range which would be ideal for Mullet.
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Re: Need some advice on a rod for mullet

#4 Post by JimC »

You may find the rod a bit heavy!
That said, if you bought it you would have a rod there that you can also use for plugging.
Maybe get a reel with a second spool and spool up lightly as you will have to flick light stuff around for mullet.
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Re: Need some advice on a rod for mullet

#5 Post by SeanM »

Jim Was thinking myself I could also use it for plugging instead of buying 2 rods. Thanks for the replies.

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