I hope to get in to shore fishing and have bought a 14ft rod, reel, rigs etc but it has dawned on me that I'd need a rod rest - only fly and spinning until now so bait is a new game. Can anybody suggest a beach rod rest that will not break the bank but do an amateur out to enjoy a few hours fishing. There are no tackle shops locally to source one or get advice.
Many thanks.
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Were u living try get a ian golds it will last u longer than others
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Give Paul Mason a pm on the site he will look after you. 
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Thats a bit harsh. I agree the golds is the better option but there are lots of good tripods available.ste c wrote:get an ian golds tripod stay away from all the other dirt
The salt and the mti tripods are both good, a little heavy but very sturdy and might have the edge on uneven ground.
For beach fishing the 6ft golds is the dogs danglies tho. I usually keep a bag packed away so i can fill it with rocks or sand to hang off it if the winds are high.
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red wrote:Thats a bit harsh. I agree the golds is the better option but there are lots of good tripods available.ste c wrote:get an ian golds tripod stay away from all the other dirt
The salt and the mti tripods are both good, a little heavy but very sturdy and might have the edge on uneven ground.
For beach fishing the 6ft golds is the dogs danglies tho. I usually keep a bag packed away so i can fill it with rocks or sand to hang off it if the winds are high.
does sound a bit harsh alright but thats how it is other people i know will also say the same, iv always used ian golds have 2 of them with no faults 1 is years old,i have seen the salt stands fall apart after a few months
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A sheaksphere salt tripod is a excellent rod rest. Have been using one for four years now & very happy with it. Very steady will not blow over easily & very adjustable.
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