Rod for a curado 300ej - Kayak Fishing Adventures on Big Water’s Edge

t.n.hughes · 11-04-2015, 08:47 PM

Really? Exactly what I paid for it? I'll seriously think about that

... I was looking to spend $50-$70. Still gotta get the rod loaded and buy tackle. Thanks for the the idea though.

Also, my kinda mother-in-law has offered to give me at least 4 rod and reel combos from her deceased husband's gear. He always bought the best. What are the must have's that I should look for? He fished off a decent sized boat so the rods are probably shorter than you would use on a kayak but the reels will be worth it for sure. Any ideas you can offer would be much appreciated.

Todd

taggermike · 11-05-2015, 07:50 AM

That 300EJ is really made for cast n retrieve lure fishing. A longer rod will help you cast further. Those reels are made to match the terez waxwing rods. But I'd say any 7.5-9' trigger stick would work well. If you plan on fishing straight braid you might want to go with softer or slower action. I have used several of the Seeker blue lighting inshore rods for spotted bass to quality yellow tail. They're well worth looking at. Graphtec has a reasonably priced inshore rod series. I have 2 and like them. Mike

2-Stix · 11-05-2015, 08:13 AM

I have the 300e with a Graftech 15-25# rod. Bitchen set up with 50# braid.
You got one heck of a deal on that reel...I think I paid $250 for mine.

RedSledTeam · 11-05-2015, 08:54 AM

Teramar 7' 11" Casting Rod, MH, Extra Fast, 15-30lb Mono, 30-65lb. Yd/Tst, 3/4oz. Lure, Fuji Alum Ox Guide, Tip + 9 Guides

http://www.westmarine.com/buy/shiman...od--P014119804

monstahfish · 11-05-2015, 10:04 AM

Can't believe nobody has said this yet but...
The rod will help throw the lure, feel the bites, set the hook and turn the fishes head it's far more important to get that right as most reels will work for a variety of things. Match the rod to the type of fishing you're going to do. If you plan on fishing calicos with a certain weight range of lures, get a rod for that. If it's yellows throwing irons, that's a totally different rod as well. This will also dictate what type of line you want to spool up with as well. If it's mostly spotties get a medium light rig and spool up light braid with some flouro or mono leader. The most important thing is that you have a goal in mind. Never buy a rod to match a reel, buy a rod to match your preffered fishing method then buy a reel to fit that as you may want different gear ratios capacities etc... The curado is fairly flexible and should work on most casting rods just fine.

Mr. NiceGuy · 11-05-2015, 02:09 PM

FWIW, I have a Lamiglas 7' MH "Inshore Classic" (Line 12-25)
and a Lamiglas 9' Ex-Hvy G1344-T "Kenai Series" (Line 15-40)

I consider these my mid-weight bay rods.

I wanted a reel that might work on both interchangeably, and also bought the Curado 300EJ two days ago at Squidco, loaded with 65# PowerPro braid.

I took the 7' out for a test drive this morning from J-St in South San Diego Bay. I was very pleased to see how far and how easy it was to cast. It felt great. (Caught a nice Orange Mouth Corvina for lunch - Buddha said they are relatively rare around here.)

Now I'm curious to try the 9' rod from a favorite shore location to see how far I can cast.

For my kayak, I like 7' rods because they are long enough and I can easily reach the tip without knocking things around.

t.n.hughes · 11-05-2015, 07:24 PM

I'm looking for my most versatile and value minded rod choice as it is the first saltwater rod I'll be buying. I'm a guy that likes versatility and value. I want the least amount of gear that will do the most stuff for the least amount of money. I know the old adage "buy once, cry once" but I just don't have $100+ to throw at a rod. That's why I was looking at ugly stick.

Sure it isn't the nicest but if I dump it in the drink I'm not as sad as I would be if I lost a more expensive rod.

Thanks guys. I appreciate all the suggestions but I'm on the budwieser budget.

You guys are the best.

11-04-2015, 08:47 PM	#1
t.n.hughes Junior Join Date: Mar 2013 Posts: 22	Really? Exactly what I paid for it? I'll seriously think about that... I was looking to spend $50-$70. Still gotta get the rod loaded and buy tackle. Thanks for the the idea though. Also, my kinda mother-in-law has offered to give me at least 4 rod and reel combos from her deceased husband's gear. He always bought the best. What are the must have's that I should look for? He fished off a decent sized boat so the rods are probably shorter than you would use on a kayak but the reels will be worth it for sure. Any ideas you can offer would be much appreciated. Todd

11-05-2015, 08:13 AM	#3
2-Stix Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2015 Location: Ventura, CA Posts: 376	I have the 300e with a Graftech 15-25# rod. Bitchen set up with 50# braid. You got one heck of a deal on that reel...I think I paid $250 for mine. Last edited by 2-Stix; 11-09-2015 at 11:32 AM.

11-05-2015, 02:09 PM	#6
Mr. NiceGuy Manic for Life Join Date: May 2015 Location: San Diego Posts: 839	FWIW, I have a Lamiglas 7' MH "Inshore Classic" (Line 12-25) and a Lamiglas 9' Ex-Hvy G1344-T "Kenai Series" (Line 15-40) I consider these my mid-weight bay rods. I wanted a reel that might work on both interchangeably, and also bought the Curado 300EJ two days ago at Squidco, loaded with 65# PowerPro braid. I took the 7' out for a test drive this morning from J-St in South San Diego Bay. I was very pleased to see how far and how easy it was to cast. It felt great. (Caught a nice Orange Mouth Corvina for lunch - Buddha said they are relatively rare around here.) Now I'm curious to try the 9' rod from a favorite shore location to see how far I can cast. For my kayak, I like 7' rods because they are long enough and I can easily reach the tip without knocking things around. __________________ Another ho-hum day in Paradise Last edited by Mr. NiceGuy; 11-05-2015 at 05:36 PM.

11-05-2015, 07:50 AM	#2
taggermike Senior Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: Chula Vista Posts: 1,589	That 300EJ is really made for cast n retrieve lure fishing. A longer rod will help you cast further. Those reels are made to match the terez waxwing rods. But I'd say any 7.5-9' trigger stick would work well. If you plan on fishing straight braid you might want to go with softer or slower action. I have used several of the Seeker blue lighting inshore rods for spotted bass to quality yellow tail. They're well worth looking at. Graphtec has a reasonably priced inshore rod series. I have 2 and like them. Mike

11-05-2015, 08:54 AM	#4
RedSledTeam Daddeo Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: OC Posts: 660	Teramar 7' 11" Casting Rod, MH, Extra Fast, 15-30lb Mono, 30-65lb. Yd/Tst, 3/4oz. Lure, Fuji Alum Ox Guide, Tip + 9 Guides http://www.westmarine.com/buy/shiman...od--P014119804

11-05-2015, 10:04 AM	#5
monstahfish Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2014 Posts: 423	Can't believe nobody has said this yet but... The rod will help throw the lure, feel the bites, set the hook and turn the fishes head it's far more important to get that right as most reels will work for a variety of things. Match the rod to the type of fishing you're going to do. If you plan on fishing calicos with a certain weight range of lures, get a rod for that. If it's yellows throwing irons, that's a totally different rod as well. This will also dictate what type of line you want to spool up with as well. If it's mostly spotties get a medium light rig and spool up light braid with some flouro or mono leader. The most important thing is that you have a goal in mind. Never buy a rod to match a reel, buy a rod to match your preffered fishing method then buy a reel to fit that as you may want different gear ratios capacities etc... The curado is fairly flexible and should work on most casting rods just fine.

11-05-2015, 07:24 PM	#7
t.n.hughes Junior Join Date: Mar 2013 Posts: 22	I'm looking for my most versatile and value minded rod choice as it is the first saltwater rod I'll be buying. I'm a guy that likes versatility and value. I want the least amount of gear that will do the most stuff for the least amount of money. I know the old adage "buy once, cry once" but I just don't have $100+ to throw at a rod. That's why I was looking at ugly stick. Sure it isn't the nicest but if I dump it in the drink I'm not as sad as I would be if I lost a more expensive rod. Thanks guys. I appreciate all the suggestions but I'm on the budwieser budget. You guys are the best.