Trying to learn more about Rod and Reel setups - Kayak Fishing Adventures on Big Water’s Edge

2-Stix · 01-17-2017, 12:01 PM

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Originally Posted by chris138

Ya I'm not knocking you for using good gear... and there's guys who spend waaay more on kayak setups. You know what you're doing, and how how to avoid "accidents" in the surf zone or on the water. Avets and Calstars are premium equipment... and it goes without saying that they aren't a great entry level for a guy who is new to ocean kayaking.

I put in a lot of days on charters as well and needed gear that would cross over. Its a bit over the top for the yak, but right for the charters. I had the $200 Penn combos. They worked. When business is good, I get good gear. The last 2 years I was able to spend what I wanted. So I did. My dad is a surfboard builder and flyfishing guide...so I grew up in the water and with good gear. He ruined me.

Fish the Ugly and TLD for a year, and if your still going out, maybe bump up gear.

chris138 · 01-17-2017, 12:05 PM

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Originally Posted by 2-Stix

I put in a lot of days on charters and needed gear that would cross over. Its a bit over the top for the yak, but right for the charters. I had the $200 Penn combos. They worked. When business is good, I get good gear. The last 2 years I was able to spend what I wanted. So I did.

Fish the Ugly and TLD for a year, and if your still going out, maybe bump up gear.

Or you could just win all your Avets, like Jorge

haha sorry my intention was to hate on sibiki rods, not your dialed in quiver 2-stix! Your gear is tight.

taggermike · 01-20-2017, 04:13 PM

Well said Josh. You for the Usually regret buying g good gear Mike.

Mahigeer · 01-21-2017, 12:13 PM

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Originally Posted by chris138

haha sorry my intention was to hate on sibiki rods, not your dialed in quiver 2-stix!

Why not donate your Sabiki rod to the OP?

goldenglory18 · 02-01-2017, 03:28 PM

Ok, now that I've learned a bit more about salt setups, I wonder if I just need to offload some of my random gear and just start over. Here is what I have now....

RODS:
Okuma Helios w/ micro guides 7'MH - Super light rod that I've been using to throw 110 sized jerkbaits in the bays. I like he rod but its pretty limited in its application. Although I did catch my first Halibut in MDR with this stick!

Okuma EVX-A 7'5" H - Not really sure it has a home in my lineup anymore but it's a decent smaller swimbait rig.

Daiwa DX Swimbait 8' XH - Thinking maybe an inshore bass stick?

Okuma Makaira 8' ML
Daiwa Proetus 8' MHF
These two rods are REALLLLY close together in capability. When testing the bend in the rods and doing a little "lawn fishing", they feel really close in power and weight tolerance. The Daiwa maybe has another 2oz of capability over the Okuma, with the Okuma having more sensitivity. They feel too close to keep both.

REELS:
Quantum Smoke Inshore - Super light weight and pairs well with the Helios. Makes that MH setup feel a lot lighter than it really is. Again, its pretty limited in its application though.

Okuma Komodo 364 w/power handle (older w/ red accents) - Decent reel but nothing landed with it yet. I'd be willing to seek out another as they seem to have a decent reputation for inshore and some offshore applications.

Daiwa Saltist LW20 w/level wind - Seems like a great reel. Solid in hand with little play in the mechanics. Feels too heavy for the Proteus and the Makaira. I think I either need to trade this out, or find a dedicated jig stick for it.

So....thoughts, suggestions, criticism? Much appreciated as always!

- Kenny

01-20-2017, 04:13 PM	#3
taggermike Senior Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: Chula Vista Posts: 1,589	Well said Josh. You for the Usually regret buying g good gear Mike.

02-01-2017, 03:28 PM	#5
goldenglory18 Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2015 Location: Seattle Area Posts: 861	Ok, now that I've learned a bit more about salt setups, I wonder if I just need to offload some of my random gear and just start over. Here is what I have now.... RODS: Okuma Helios w/ micro guides 7'MH - Super light rod that I've been using to throw 110 sized jerkbaits in the bays. I like he rod but its pretty limited in its application. Although I did catch my first Halibut in MDR with this stick! Okuma EVX-A 7'5" H - Not really sure it has a home in my lineup anymore but it's a decent smaller swimbait rig. Daiwa DX Swimbait 8' XH - Thinking maybe an inshore bass stick? Okuma Makaira 8' ML Daiwa Proetus 8' MHF These two rods are REALLLLY close together in capability. When testing the bend in the rods and doing a little "lawn fishing", they feel really close in power and weight tolerance. The Daiwa maybe has another 2oz of capability over the Okuma, with the Okuma having more sensitivity. They feel too close to keep both. REELS: Quantum Smoke Inshore - Super light weight and pairs well with the Helios. Makes that MH setup feel a lot lighter than it really is. Again, its pretty limited in its application though. Okuma Komodo 364 w/power handle (older w/ red accents) - Decent reel but nothing landed with it yet. I'd be willing to seek out another as they seem to have a decent reputation for inshore and some offshore applications. Daiwa Saltist LW20 w/level wind - Seems like a great reel. Solid in hand with little play in the mechanics. Feels too heavy for the Proteus and the Makaira. I think I either need to trade this out, or find a dedicated jig stick for it. So....thoughts, suggestions, criticism? Much appreciated as always! - Kenny