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Light rod set up
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08/17/20 01:55 AM
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fonzie_r0cks
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So I have a abu 5600 laying around, Iām wanting to get a light rod for it. Something around 6-6.5ā with a large handle of that makes any sense... anyways any suggestions?
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Re: Light rod set up
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08/17/20 02:39 PM
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Jimbo
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Just one more cast!
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Re: Light rod set up
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08/17/20 05:16 PM
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KEGracing
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I second the Ugly Stick. I liked the old models, and the new generation seem more sensitive to me, but just as strong.
Good luck - stay safe.
Ken
2014 Premier Alante 235 RF tritoon. Momma's boat. But I get to fish on her.
A country boy will survive... but those who cross him?
Cedar Creek personal best: Blue Cat 31.55 lbs Hybrid 6.2 lbs Crappie 2.1 lbs
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Re: Light rod set up
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08/17/20 08:33 PM
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JJ4MEL
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I like the Ugly Stik striper rod. 7ft med hvy. Works great with an Abu reel. ![[Linked Image]](https://texasfishingforum.com/forums/pics/userpics/2020/08/full-36211-63637-ugly_stik.jpg)
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Re: Light rod set up
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08/19/20 03:18 AM
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littlewheel
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All depends on what you are targeting. If you are targeting larger blues, get one of those white medium heavy ugly sticks. If you are targeting eater size fish , get a medium or medium light action rod. The rods my clients use are the Berkeley CherrywoodHD medium action rods. 22 dollars at Walmart. I use a medium and medium light rod myself that are custom rods built by Stubby.
Shannon Wheeler Lake Fork Channel Catfish Guide Cheeseologist at Stubbys Cheesebait 903-987-2315
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Re: Light rod set up
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08/19/20 10:35 AM
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fonzie_r0cks
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I ended up buying me one of them 38ā whisker seeker rods. I mainly want it for smaller eater size catfish, I have two of them catfish ugly sticks have had them for 10 years or so and love them.
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