Good casting rod 2024

Leever reply :

I'm looking to buy a casting rod under 80 dollars. I was wondering if anyone had any suggestions. I'm also interested in All Star Rods if anyone knows much about them.Thanks

5bass reply :

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Rebbasser reply :

In reality, any rod in that range will be good. AllStars are great rods.

tbird reply :

Go to Academy and pick up an All Star Classic..good rod to start out with in your price range.

NewKidInTown reply :

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I'm looking to buy a casting rod under 80 dollars. I was wondering if anyone had any suggestions. I'm also interested in All Star Rods if anyone knows much about them.Thanks

AllStar is not what they were at one time. You are not going to get a "good" rod for under 80 beans. St Croix Triumph Series might possibly be under 80 depending on what length,but its not a "GOOD" rod,,it's an ok rod.Good rods will have good conponents,FUJI reel seats& guides,,Alconites,not Hardloys.Of course,my opinion on whats good,is of course,my opinion. That being said,I use St. Croix Avids,and Daiwa Zillions. They are definitely "GOOD" rods,probably very good.

Flywatersmallie reply :

Best rods I have seen in that price range is the NEW Fenwick Eagle GT... The old ones were clunky and heavy. The new ones are nice and responsive and pretty light. Especially for the price tag ($60-70) . They aren't in the same class as the other rods I use(I have 9 LTB's and 3 Avids) but they arent bad. I picked one up yesterday at Cabelas as I was looking for a rod for a specific application and couldn't justify the $230 for another LTB to get used a few times a year. The Fenwick will fit the bill perfectly. They are decent rods. You won't get GLX sensitivity in that price range but you won't feel like you are fishing junk either. I like the new Eagles better than the Triumph, Team All Stars and other rods I have seen "cheap".

Bronzefly reply :

While not the "sexiest" rods in the bunch, the Shimano Clarus rods are very nice rods for the price. They also have an outstanding warranty!

dodgeguy reply :

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I'm looking to buy a casting rod under 80 dollars. I was wondering if anyone had any suggestions. I'm also interested in All Star Rods if anyone knows much about them.Thanks

AllStar is not what they were at one time. You are not going to get a "good" rod for under 80 beans. St Croix Triumph Series might possibly be under 80 depending on what length,but its not a "GOOD" rod,,it's an ok rod.Good rods will have good conponents,FUJI reel seats& guides,,Alconites,not Hardloys.Of course,my opinion on whats good,is of course,my opinion. That being said,I use St. Croix Avids,and Daiwa Zillions. They are definitely "GOOD" rods,probably very good.

do we know that alconites are only slightly harder than hardloys?their is nothing wrong with hardloys for most apllications.i've used them with braid and had no problems.

Raul reply :

For that money I recommend a Shimano Clarus, very good rod.

BPS 'Bionic Blades are also good rods.

Dockhead reply :

BPS Extreme - on sale they go for 70 bucks.

Dockhead reply :

http://www.dickssportinggoods.com/family/index.jsp?categoryId=2291580&f=Brand%2F91202%2F&fbc=1&fbn=Brand%7CField+%26+Stream

These look interesting, for $60....only at Dick's I believe.

Flywatersmallie reply :

Lots of people really liked the older F&S rods Dock.... The coupons that Dick's has around, you could probably try one for under $40. Some of the Dick's stuff is indeed pretty nice for the money..... Hmmmm

KYntucky Warmouth reply :

Those F&S rods at Dicks don't feel half bad. They are lighter and alot less tip heavy than the SC Mojos.

Leever reply :

Thanks all for the suggestions

Hammer 4 reply :

Another vote for the Clarus...

Stasher1 reply :

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Those F&S rods at Dicks don't feel half bad. They are lighter and alot less tip heavy than the SC Mojos.

I had a 6'6" two-piece F&S spinning rod (the $40 model, whichever one that is) for a very short time. Used it twice and snapped the tip high-sticking a small bass over some shoreline weeds. Yes, I know I shouldn't be high-sticking bass out of the water, but every other rod I've ever used has handled it just fine. I returned it and picked up a Triumph to replace it. While the Triumph is far from stellar, it has held up much better than the F&S and is more sensitive.

basspimple reply :

you would be better off with a st croix mojo or premier for a few more dollars. triumphs are not too bad, just a little lackluster.

trevor reply :

Falcon HD

jdw174 reply :

Bassmaster rated the Clarus the best rod for under $70 in a past issue. If you like the split handle the Abu Vendetta looks very good and is highly thought of from the reviews I've read. Local shop sells the Skeet Reese Tessera rods for $76.

I.rar reply :

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Another vote for the Clarus...

and another.

Stasher1 reply :

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you would be better off with a st croix mojo or premier for a few more dollars. triumphs are not too bad, just a little lackluster.

Interesting. What in particular do you find exciting about the Premier and the Mojo? I have a Premier and a Triumph and honestly don't see a nickel's worth of difference between the two.

Big Bait Fishing reply :

http://www.***.com/Okuma_EVX-A_Casting_Rods/descpage-OEVXCR.html

10 bucks more than your budget , but the best sub 100.00 rod on the market , period ....

Beastie Bass reply :

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Those F&S rods at Dicks don't feel half bad. They are lighter and alot less tip heavy than the SC Mojos.

My tip-heavy Mojo is a great rod! At $100 a pop with a 5 yr warranty, can you do much better for the price? NO!

I paired one Mojo with a Citica DPV (big ol reel) and the other with a Procaster SE. They get as much use as my Revo/Avid combos. If it breaks within 5 yrs, I can upgrade it anyway! The Mojo is rated 4.8 out of 5 stars at BPS after 2 years of ratings, they must suck. ;D

Nine Miler reply :

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At $100 a pop with a 5 yr warranty, can you do much better for the price?

Yep, with a lifetime warranty, unless you prefer a cool paint job and split grips-

http://www.***.com/Shimano_Compre_Casting_Rods_IM8_Graphite/descpage-SCCR.html

Lard_Bass reply :

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Another vote for the Clarus...

and another.

And another vote for Clarus again.

Beastie Bass reply :

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At $100 a pop with a 5 yr warranty, can you do much better for the price?

Yep, with a lifetime warranty, unless you prefer a cool paint job and split grips-

http://www.***.com/Shimano_Compre_Casting_Rods_IM8_Graphite/descpage-SCCR.html

If you could trade a broken Shimano for a Avid with the St. Croix Upgrade plan, I would be sold! I guess I'm in love with my fancy purple paint job. Not really, I own a few Mojos and Avids in the exact same sizes and actions. I bought the mojos for packing around in a work truck. I have been pleased with every aspect of the rod, even the "heavy tip" NO, it's not an Avid but its not fancy painted junk IMO

BC reply :

I like my Clarus, especially for the $.

J-B reply :

The BPS Carbonlite is another great one to look at for that price range.

bassman018 reply :

My local Dicks Has some sweet quantum Baitcasters. Just need to go pick one up soon....

guitarkid reply :

give or take a little bit a Falcon original, Falcon makes really good rods.

-gk

Leever reply :

Wow! Thanks for all the suggestions. It seems that I might need to check out a Shimano Clarus. ;D

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