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 do you think there are big difference between lure-fishing rod and bait-fishing rod?
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04/11/12 09:39 AM
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KindMan
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do you think there are big difference between lure-fishing rod and bait-fishing rod?
I haven't found it yet.
I often use lure and live-bait alternatively with the same rod.
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Re: do you think there are big difference between lure-fishing rod and bait-fishing rod?
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04/11/12 10:53 AM
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jagg
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It's all about the action of the rod. Most times when I'm fishing with bait, I want a moderate to soft action. If I'm fishing a "feel" type lure (jigs and/or soft plastics), I want a fast action. If I'm fishing a lure with a lot of hooks (crankbaits and topwaters) or any other lure that I want keep moving and not snatch the lure from the fish on the hookset, I go with a moderate to soft action rod. Just my 
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Re: do you think there are big difference between lure-fishing rod and bait-fishing rod?
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04/11/12 11:53 AM
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wh2004
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Depends on what kind of fish you are going after.
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Re: do you think there are big difference between lure-fishing rod and bait-fishing rod?
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04/11/12 12:18 PM
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Bobby-Catfishing
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Depends on what kind of fish you are going after. Exactly! If you want to catch one of these you may need a different rod. 
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Re: do you think there are big difference between lure-fishing rod and bait-fishing rod?
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04/11/12 01:01 PM
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jagg
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I think the OP is talking catching similar size fish on the the same rod vs. similar powered rods with an action suited for live bait vs. an action suited for artificial lures.
do you think there are big difference between lure-fishing rod and bait-fishing rod?
I haven't found it yet.
I often use lure and live-bait alternatively with the same rod.
Not directing this at Bobby or anybody else. Just trying to get a clear view at whats being asked.
Last edited by jagg; 04/11/12 01:03 PM.
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Re: do you think there are big difference between lure-fishing rod and bait-fishing rod?
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04/19/12 12:06 AM
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Don Morey
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They're all the same to me.Though I don't use lures often. What do I know?
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