20-25# bait stick ? - Kayak Fishing Adventures on Big Water’s Edge

Widgeon · 08-14-2014, 09:32 PM

Just the rod, got reels.
On a boat, I use a Calstar grafighter 700L (15-30)
Boat rods are a bit stiff and heavy on a yak.
What do you guys like?

joezee1986 · 08-14-2014, 10:04 PM

I use the same 700l with mxj.....and shimano teramar mh with curado 300ej

FlyFishinYakr · 08-15-2014, 07:36 AM

I'm "old school". I'm

a Calstar 270-8 for

or my 220 for

on 20# depending on what I'm targeting. I

a Seeker SJ85

or Calstar 690-J for 25#.
My "rebirth" into Saltwater Fly fishing is my Scott 8810 Heli-Ply or my Sage 1090 RPLXi-3 with a fast T-15/17 shooting head for getting down below the little fish quickly.
FFY

The pelican · 08-15-2014, 10:30 AM

Seeker Classic 870-7' is a solid choice.

Pat

GregAndrew · 08-15-2014, 11:15 AM

Might help if you specify how you intend to fish it, and what for.

MarkT · 08-15-2014, 12:10 PM

So far, all the options presented are heavier than a 700L. If you'e got one, fish it.

skrilla · 08-15-2014, 12:47 PM

You looking for something softer and lighter than your 700L? Run down to OEX MB and pull on that Rainshadow RCLB70L. Its a bit softer and light weight.

I also like the RCLB810L and RCLB810ML. They're a bit taller but thinner diameter. And they don't weigh much at all fully built.

Otherwise I do also like the Calstar BTG270, Varmac GC2 from Squidco, and Seeker Inshore 808. I use the Varmac as my go to.

taggermike · 08-15-2014, 02:47 PM

The calstar grafighter 700L is a great rod. I loved mine on the kayak until it was stolen. I have a seeker black steel rate for 25lb now. Its very similar to he 700L but is noticeably softer. Maybe try one out. Mike

Widgeon · 08-17-2014, 09:52 AM

I am mostly just curious as to what others are using. I am basically doing a little research for a possible future purchase. I rarely buy new. Too many good deals on used equipment .

08-14-2014, 09:32 PM	#1
Widgeon Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2014 Location: Clairemont Posts: 175	20-25# bait stick ? Just the rod, got reels. On a boat, I use a Calstar grafighter 700L (15-30) Boat rods are a bit stiff and heavy on a yak. What do you guys like?

08-15-2014, 12:47 PM	#7
skrilla Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: San Diego Posts: 664	You looking for something softer and lighter than your 700L? Run down to OEX MB and pull on that Rainshadow RCLB70L. Its a bit softer and light weight. I also like the RCLB810L and RCLB810ML. They're a bit taller but thinner diameter. And they don't weigh much at all fully built. Otherwise I do also like the Calstar BTG270, Varmac GC2 from Squidco, and Seeker Inshore 808. I use the Varmac as my go to. __________________ Urban Camo Trident 13

08-14-2014, 10:04 PM	#2
joezee1986 Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: Point Loma-Ocean Beach Posts: 164	I use the same 700l with mxj.....and shimano teramar mh with curado 300ej

08-15-2014, 07:36 AM	#3
FlyFishinYakr Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Nor Cal...30 min from Bodega/Tomales Bay, 1hr from Clear Lake, 2+ hr to Berryessa & the Delta Posts: 729	I'm "old school". I'm a Calstar 270-8 for or my 220 for on 20# depending on what I'm targeting. I a Seeker SJ85 or Calstar 690-J for 25#. My "rebirth" into Saltwater Fly fishing is my Scott 8810 Heli-Ply or my Sage 1090 RPLXi-3 with a fast T-15/17 shooting head for getting down below the little fish quickly. FFY

08-15-2014, 10:30 AM	#4
The pelican Member Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: La Jolla Posts: 82	Seeker Classic 870-7' is a solid choice. Pat

08-15-2014, 11:15 AM	#5
GregAndrew Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Posts: 2,384	Might help if you specify how you intend to fish it, and what for.

08-15-2014, 12:10 PM	#6
MarkT Deep Release Specialist Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Mission Viejo Posts: 94	So far, all the options presented are heavier than a 700L. If you'e got one, fish it.

08-15-2014, 02:47 PM	#8
taggermike Senior Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: Chula Vista Posts: 1,589	The calstar grafighter 700L is a great rod. I loved mine on the kayak until it was stolen. I have a seeker black steel rate for 25lb now. Its very similar to he 700L but is noticeably softer. Maybe try one out. Mike

08-17-2014, 09:52 AM	#9
Widgeon Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2014 Location: Clairemont Posts: 175	I am mostly just curious as to what others are using. I am basically doing a little research for a possible future purchase. I rarely buy new. Too many good deals on used equipment .