a light weight, long ,scratching rod needed.

[Determined Dan]

hi all im looking for a light weight scratching rod. i do a bit of this type of fishing but the rod im using seems very heavy im looking for a medium tip so not to flexi. and 12 or 13 foot. do you know of a good fixed spool, rod for the job. thanks.

[eoghanb]

Diawa salt 2-4oz nice rod

[Determined Dan]

thanks for the reply eoghanb ill check that rod out. cheers,

[tight lines]

there is one getting sold on the for sale section by markyb it a zippy 4500s dont know if it would suit you but might be worth a look

[beachbuddy]

there is one getting sold on the for sale section by markyb it a zippy 4500s dont know if it would suit you but might be worth a look

I personally would'nt call the 4500s a scratching rod,but thats just me.It has fantastic bite detection and well capable of casting 6ozs if required.It all depends on the budget really.I know a few lads down here have gone for the new conoflex style quiver style rods in 13ft and 15ft and they are very happy with them.You could also check out some of the longer grauvell quiver boat rods[over 10ft] a bit differant but can be got with several tips to suit conditions.
Another rod that gets a good review by owners is the penn affinity twin tip,they come in 14 -16ft and have a match tip and standard tip,don't know much about them personally though.Loads of choices [too many]but if it all gets too much a simple solution is a bass type rod.
Enjoy and best of luck with whatever you decide.

[RockHunter]

If you are looking for something reasonably priced then there is the Shakespear Salt. I got one last year for light surf fishing, not great in a howling gale hauling in clumps of kelp but in a weak to moderate surf it is fine, good bite detection and casts well. You could probably get one for around €75.

[cachalot]

i have just purchased a tubertini rod from Moonfleet Angling in the UK, 14 ft long 1 - 3 ozs, light as a feather with 3 differing tips. It's the bees knees, u can hold it all day and very sensitive, a bit costly - but u pays for quality and service

[Determined Dan]

hi all thanks very much for the help on the rod. its all good advice and much appreciated . Ive looked up some of the rods mentioned and they do look good. i have been looking at the afaw 3 Piece Match rod for Scratching, up to 4oz, 15ft. dose any one have this rod and if so how would you rate it . ?.

[basshunter10]

Ive seen that turbertini rod in boyne angling centre in drogheda and its on the to get list now. Perfect scratching rod and lovely finish on it, thats what id go for!