While I'm utilising everyone's knowledge, to keep my options open, what are the Greys Aiircurve MK2's like?
There are a few used sets 3lb TC with cork handles listed for what seems a fair price considering the rrp new.
There are a few used sets 3lb TC with cork handles listed for what seems a fair price considering the rrp new.
Have first hand experience with some of the rods mentioned.
The FS ES are really nice but are noodles and dont cast far (with a bag not even close to 70 yards) compared to Ballistas, Acurix, Aviator Flex.
I am having the Aviator Flex built at the moment but this feels like a substantial rod compared to the FS ES, Baby Ballistas etc..
So from what you write I would go for Ballistas in 2.75 or 3lbs or an Acurix. The 11ft Baby Ballista is probably a perfect rod if you dont have a lot of reeds in the banks where you have to navigate your fish around. Its very light, powerful yet very sensitive. A much more versatile rod than the FS ES.
Daiwa rods are hard to beat reg. value for money but they just lack that attraction of a Harrison or Free Spirit.
Reels Daiwas or Shimanos. I like my Shimano 5500 CI4s much better for my Baby Ballistas than the Daiwas of that size.
I would stay away from Shimano Longcast Baitrunners with the rods you intend. They are great reels but super super heavy and wont balance a lighter rod nicely.
The FS ES are really nice but are noodles and dont cast far (with a bag not even close to 70 yards) compared to Ballistas, Acurix, Aviator Flex.
I am having the Aviator Flex built at the moment but this feels like a substantial rod compared to the FS ES, Baby Ballistas etc..
So from what you write I would go for Ballistas in 2.75 or 3lbs or an Acurix. The 11ft Baby Ballista is probably a perfect rod if you dont have a lot of reeds in the banks where you have to navigate your fish around. Its very light, powerful yet very sensitive. A much more versatile rod than the FS ES.
Daiwa rods are hard to beat reg. value for money but they just lack that attraction of a Harrison or Free Spirit.
Reels Daiwas or Shimanos. I like my Shimano 5500 CI4s much better for my Baby Ballistas than the Daiwas of that size.
I would stay away from Shimano Longcast Baitrunners with the rods you intend. They are great reels but super super heavy and wont balance a lighter rod nicely.
In reply to Post #16
Yes I would say that is true. Not so with the FS ES. Ballistas are sensitive, lightweight, slim and robust with some backbone.
They have been around for decades I think. Thats for a reason.
Yes I would say that is true. Not so with the FS ES. Ballistas are sensitive, lightweight, slim and robust with some backbone.
They have been around for decades I think. Thats for a reason.
Dont know where you are with budget.
Im soon to order a new set of rods tried quite a few on for size an for me the Century FBS ticked all the boxes i was looking for.
If u are close to Johnson ross get yourself down there and try a few out I found the guys there to be just great even tho i made it clear from the off i wasn't buying on the day.
Service like that takes me back to an establishment..
P
Im soon to order a new set of rods tried quite a few on for size an for me the Century FBS ticked all the boxes i was looking for.
If u are close to Johnson ross get yourself down there and try a few out I found the guys there to be just great even tho i made it clear from the off i wasn't buying on the day.
Service like that takes me back to an establishment..
P
Thanks for all the help and advice.
I've ordered a new set of rods and reels now.
Not what I intended to go for to begin with but I found good deals on them so it made sense budget wise.
I have gone for:
- 3x Shimano Ultegra 14000 XTE reels
- 3x Daiwa Longbow X45 M 12ft 3lb tc
Looking forward to receiving them so I can get back on the bank
I've ordered a new set of rods and reels now.
Not what I intended to go for to begin with but I found good deals on them so it made sense budget wise.
I have gone for:
- 3x Shimano Ultegra 14000 XTE reels
- 3x Daiwa Longbow X45 M 12ft 3lb tc
Looking forward to receiving them so I can get back on the bank