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#1 Post by **jack01986** » Sat Jan 13, 2007 8:57 pm

My old rod that i used was not for saltwater and suffered some abuse and I only just saw that the tip got broken off by a door :evil: . And I am now in the market for a new rod. Looking at the scierra bluewater which looks good http://www.fishingmegastore.com/acatalo ... ra_51.html.
This would be about the top of my budget any other rods to recommend in or around this price range. Thanks.

Jack

#2 Post by **jack01986** » Sun Jan 14, 2007 10:22 pm

Would an 8 weight rod be better than a 9. Not sure what to go for.

#3 Post by **lumpy** » Sun Jan 14, 2007 10:53 pm

i'd stick with the 9wt, an 8wt can be pretty tough when its brezzy and with larger flies, also it gives you that little bit extra leverage when a fish dives for the kelp

#4 Post by **Ryan** » Mon Jan 15, 2007 1:25 am

Greys GRXi 8/9 its a good buy for the price, can be picked up for around £90 or less, plus a decent warranty on Greys rods.

Don't know if any of the guys have seen or tried the Fox Impressa Bass fly rod 9ft 9wt noticed them on sale for £40.

#5 Post by **jack01986** » Mon Jan 15, 2007 12:31 pm

The greys rod looks tempting and is a good bit cheaper 8/9wt looks the best option. Thanks for the help guys.

ts1500 · #6 Post by **ts1500** » Mon Jan 15, 2007 9:22 pm

i bought the greys rod, havent used it yet mind, looks the part
As does the GRXi reel!