ROD FOR FLOUNDER FISHING

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ROD FOR FLOUNDER FISHING

#1 Post by snots »

hi all i was thinking of buying a rod just for flounder fishing .and i know i will get an answer on this site :D so lads whats your opinion :?: :?:
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Re: ROD FOR FLOUNDER FISHING

#2 Post by Seancelt »

It depends how much you are willing to spend. On the high end you have the Conoflex Flattie Fanatic, AA Estuary. In the mid-range you have the Greys BZe (1 to 3 oz). In the lower price Shakespeare Salt Flattie rod is getting some pretty decent ratings.
I am using the AA Estuary for my flattie fishing and I find it excellent. I've used the BZe in the past and thought it was a great rod also. I'm sure some of the lads will give you other alternatives.
Best of luck with whatever you get.

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Re: ROD FOR FLOUNDER FISHING

#3 Post by m.b3 »

a long rod is worth a shot and helps when using long flounder rigs.
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Re: ROD FOR FLOUNDER FISHING

#4 Post by stevecrow74 »

i use a spinning rod, leeda quicksilver 11', rated to cast 2oz i find it very good for targeting all flats and because it is light, even a flounder can put up a good fight ( i have even used it at a fishing competition where flatties seemed to be the main species, i ended up winning :lol: :lol: )
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Re: ROD FOR FLOUNDER FISHING

#5 Post by snots »

thanks lads .did anyone ever hear anything about the exploite 2-4oz ``the world champion one`` :?:
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Re: ROD FOR FLOUNDER FISHING

#6 Post by Dicenintra »

You'll find it hard to beat the Zziplex 2500m, Sensitive tip shows every nibble

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