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Tim-bowne
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   Old Thread  #15 16 Apr 2025 at 7.26pm  0  Login    Register
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I’ve got 3 x 12ft TX2’s in 3.25lb that I’m selling (on FB marketplace currently for £180)

kells
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kells
   Old Thread  #14 16 Apr 2025 at 5.01pm  0  Login    Register
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If possible. Pop into the likes of the Tacklebox in Dartford or Johnson Ross in the lea Valley. They will be able to tell you what's selling in your price bracket. Probably tell you what to avoid as well.
Belch
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Belch
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   Old Thread  #13 16 Apr 2025 at 4.33pm  0  Login    Register
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I wouldn't buy Sonik on principle alone - not that I've ever used their rods but the blokes on their stand at a trade show irritated me once so I've based my opinion on that . . .

Saying the TX-2 is overhyped is def nonsense. . . .they're not perfect by any means but they remain Shimanos best selling carp rod for a reason . . .
chrispfox
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chrispfox
   Old Thread  #12 16 Apr 2025 at 2.28pm  0  Login    Register
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'Most overhyped rod on the market'

Slightly over the top response? They are perfectly good rods. Sonik Rods are also good value. If I had to choose a cheaper set, I'd go back to my TX-2s. However, I've spent more money on rods that I definitely think are superior. But for their value for money I'd be happy with them again.
zinno
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   Old Thread  #11 16 Apr 2025 at 11.06am  0  Login    Register
The TX-2 is the most overhyped rod on the market, fish playing is zero on this stiff blank, sonik Vader x rs is cheaper and better quality

Next logical upgrade from Sonik Is Free spirit thats how good the Soniks are,
there is literally no reason to go for the more expensive TX-2 compared to the Vader X rs, and come on pink wrapping rly...
Belch
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Belch
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   Old Thread  #10 16 Apr 2025 at 10.33am  0  Login    Register
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+1 for Shimano TX2

Great rods for the price point - underrated for the TC's so go softer than usual unless you want casting / solid bag tools
chrispfox
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chrispfox
   Old Thread  #9 15 Apr 2025 at 1.54pm  0  Login    Register
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Shimano TX2s if you need to go long

Sonik did some great rods in that budget but can't remember what they were called...

AndyClark
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AndyClark
   Old Thread  #8 15 Apr 2025 at 1.25pm  0  Login    Register
I've just picked up two shimano tx2 intensity for £130 off fb marketplace so it's worth keeping an eye on there
Superterrorizer
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Superterrorizer
   Old Thread  #7 15 Apr 2025 at 1.24pm  0  Login    Register
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You can get the Tackle Box Darent Valley 12' 3lb for £69.59. The Darent Valley rods seem to get good reviews.
Wychwood Riot could also be contender in that price range.
Ikeman
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Ikeman
   Old Thread  #6 15 Apr 2025 at 1.04pm  0  Login    Register
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Looking on AD website they have some Greys Prodigy rods for half price at £79.99 each. I know Greys are a good brand but are the Prodigy rods any good. I could possibly pay a little more if the quality is gonna be heaps better and I would notice the difference
daneeyre
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   Old Thread  #5 14 Apr 2025 at 7.32pm  0  Login    Register
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If you could get to 100 a rod the helicals are great value for that money
Beyonce
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   Old Thread  #4 14 Apr 2025 at 12.54pm  0  Login    Register
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They need to be the SPD version of the Maximiser. The subsequent versions were not of the same quality.
OatcakeFred
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OatcakeFred
   Old Thread  #3 14 Apr 2025 at 11.50am  1  Login    Register
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Wychwood Maximiser get good reviews on here, keep an eye out on Facebook Marketplace or ebay for them, you should be able to get a set for £200.
zinno
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   Old Thread  #2 14 Apr 2025 at 11.19am  0  Login    Register
Check Sonik VaderX RS.
Ikeman
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Ikeman
   Old Thread  #1 14 Apr 2025 at 11.10am  0  Login    Register
As the title suggests really. Im looking to upgrade my current rods which are pretty crappy and tattered with some new ones (or some very good second hand ones), but unfortuntely I dont have the biggest budget. Only looking to spend max of £60-70 per rod and I need 3. Any suggestions? Or ones to definately avoid. Cheers
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