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 10ft or 8ft rod
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02/24/17 02:46 AM
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Patrick.n
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Plan on buying a pro angler rod tomorrow not sure what size to get though. I do mostly bank and barge fishing. Just wanted to hear what yalls opinions were. Never used a pro angler, but have heard nothing but good things about them.
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 Re: 10ft or 8ft rod
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02/24/17 03:43 AM
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koobycrappie
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I would get both. I use the 8 footer for fishing brush piles and the 10 ft. for slow trolling and shallow fishing during the spawn pitching a bobber. They are great rods that I have used for years with no problems. They are a bargain and really hold up well over the years. It's the rod I depend on day in, day out, in my guide business. You can't go wrong with these rods. Quick service and they stand behind their product! Usually only takes a couple of days to get to your front door and I believe the shipping is free! 
I'm always in a good mood when I'm fishing. Kevin Kubiak Lakes Somerville and Granger, crappie guide 512-848-4469 www.hotcrappie.compro staff; proanglertackle.com
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Re: 10ft or 8ft rod
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02/24/17 04:33 AM
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Ken Gaby
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Don't know what the barge looks like but an 8 fter can be a little cumbersome inside with a low ceiling. For fishing boat houses or barges, the 6.5 may be easier to handle. You will enjoy the rods in either size.
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Re: 10ft or 8ft rod
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02/24/17 05:01 AM
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Eric
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10' if fishing 15' or less 8' if fishing more than 12'. My favorite rod is 4'6"
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Re: 10ft or 8ft rod
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02/24/17 05:20 AM
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Patrick.n
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Thank yall for the replies
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Re: 10ft or 8ft rod
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02/24/17 01:48 PM
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SLABXPRESS
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I think you'll struggle to manage a 10 footer in a fishing barge/house. The 8' PA is a fantastic rod! That would be my pick.
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Re: 10ft or 8ft rod
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02/24/17 03:25 PM
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Streater
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I use a 4'6" Ugly Stik for barge fishing, as I'm always slamming it into the ceiling with missed hooksets. That paired with braided line, is sensitive enough to feel most bites.
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Re: 10ft or 8ft rod
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02/24/17 04:02 PM
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kodys'papa
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^
Hooking a fish is like playing string with a cat. The exact size, shape, color of string matters less than how you wiggle it- and little cats are easier to fool than big ones. John Gierach
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Re: 10ft or 8ft rod
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02/24/17 08:56 PM
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Txmedic033
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Like most of the replies, I believe a shorter rod would be better for barges. A 10' would be great off of the bank during the spawn though.
Maybe you should buy both!
I have the 4'6" dock shooter and use it primarily under bridges so I don't bust my rod tip. I ordered a 10' and it arrived the evening before I was supposed to go fishing. Unfortunately the USPS turned the 2 piece rod into a 4 piece. I called ProAngler and sent them a pic of the rod and box it was shipped in and they are sending another. I can't wait to try it!
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Re: 10ft or 8ft rod
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02/25/17 06:57 AM
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CoC Angler
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Re: 10ft or 8ft rod
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02/25/17 01:35 PM
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I use my 8' PA in boat houses, but you have to pay attention. The 5.5' PA is an awesome rod that I use in boathouses and dock shooting. The 8'ers are my favorite though.
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Re: 10ft or 8ft rod
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02/25/17 11:37 PM
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Fishbonz
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My all around rod of choice? 8ft PA
HE aka Fishbonz
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