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I have a Corsair 400A reel sitting on my desk with no rod. I could use some advice on rods to match it. Ideally, something heavy enough to fluke in 80 feet with a lot of lead. (Can that real even handle that?) I'd like to use the same rod and reel for stripers. First, I want to make sure I have a balanced set-up.

Also how would powerpro work (30 - 50lbs test) on the Corsair?

Any suggestions appreciated, thanks!

...mocean

 

[Captneilf]

mocean,

Hi. Are you interested in a custom rod or a manufactured rod?

Custom? I have a Seeker and a Calstar demo rod that will do exactly what you are looking for. They are available for you to try on the fishing grounds. Call 567-8049.

Manufactured? I would take your reel, spooled up, to your local tackle shops and install it on a rod they suggest.
See how it feels.

I like these store bought rods, Lamiglas, Seeker, Diawa, St Croix and Shakespeare. I'm sure there are others that I am not familiar with.

Capt Neil

 

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Thanks Capt. Neil. I definately have to go non-custom at this point. Thanks for the usuall brand name suggestions, and the advise on bringing the reel to a shop and the offer on the trials!

My other rod is a "Pinacle"(?) graphite 6'6". medium with a spinning real with powerpro. I really like it, for an all around set-up, except when the current is ripping, its a bit light for 8+ oz lead. I'd also like to throw heavier lures - 4oz+.

What size, action, taper should I be looking for? If that Corsair 400A baitcaster is too small, I'd hate to get rid of it, although, its still in the box, so I guess I could return it. Also, does anyone have advise on powerpro on this (or any) baitcaster reels? (I'd like to spool with 50# Powerpro, before bringing it rod shopping.)

Thanks Much,
...Mike

 

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OOPs See bellow

 

[614519]

Down one more

 

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Mocean,

The real size is fine. I do all my bass and deep fluking with 401 TE's and 401 catala's.

As for a rod:
1) G-loomis muskie series
MUR766C-JB OR MUR884C-MB $150

2)St.Croix Muskie PM70HFS $120

graphite is king !

Waveguide on the side.

 

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~~~rods~~~

Thanks guys!

I saw a Lamiglas today and was so excited about the rod that I almost bought it without realizing it was a spinning rod (looking for casting...) That was kinda stupid! The second stupid thing was not remembering the model.

Saw some Loomis and St.Croix models, but can't find the right models (or rods close to them). I did get the catalogues. I'm a little hesitant to order without seeing them first.

I did see a nice Star rod and Chaos. How is the quality on these?

PS. Waveguide - Did you mean the MUR786C-JB intead of the "MUR766C-JB ? Also, what would you say is the practical difference between the two...just power?

Guys, thanks a lot for any help!

...mocean

PSS. If the tip is TOO stiff, how will that affect casting distance?

 

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rod advise

If the Star or Chaos rods are epoxied the full length of the rod as most are I would advise against them not a bad rod for the money but since star has moved offshore the quality of the components may be suapect, a fully epoxied rod is a problem waiting to happen
John

 

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My bad

I meant 786.

You are correct, the only difference is power and length.

My favorite is the MUR914C-MB 7'7" 1-3 oz. This rod casts awesome and can handle 12oz sinkers well. It is a little more pricey, about 200.

The entire muskie series is IMO just fantastic.

Waveguide on the side.

 

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Waveguide...

I sent you one of those personal messages.