Show your rod setup 2024
Sittin there reelin em in reply :
I'm just really curious what different kinds of fishing rods and reels people use. In my in my opinion,i prefer a Abu Garcia Orra sx paired with a Duckett T-Rex
So post what you like to fish with!!
Hulkster reply :
I tend to fish with G. Loomis rods paired with Shimano reels. I have a few St. Croix rods too. love them all.
Sittin there reelin em in reply :
Sweet rods and reels man! I have a older Shimano reel, but never could use it. The ball bearings messed up on it. I'm curious, is that braid on them?
Here is my second favorite setup!
bigturtle reply :
We already have a better thread for this
Sittin there reelin em in reply :
My bad bro, I'm just joined bass resource. I'm kinda new to this!
That one is not even up to date anyway. The last post on it was in 2009.
Yudo1 reply :
On 1/22/2017 at 8:36 AM, Dillon 14 said:My bad bro, I'm just joined bass resource. I'm kinda new to this!
That one is not even up to date anyway. The last post on it was in 2009.
2009 was the first post. That thread is still going strong. Check it out because there is some awesome stuff in it. As for me, I prefer daiwa/shimano reels and loomis, kistler and megabass rods.
lonnie g reply :
On 1/22/2017 at 8:16 AM, Hulkster said:I tend to fish with G. Loomis rods paired with Shimano reels. I have a few St. Croix rods too. love them all.
looks like your set up to have fun to me! wow!!
Hulkster reply :
On 1/22/2017 at 8:19 AM, Dillon 14 said:Sweet rods and reels man! I have a older Shimano reel, but never could use it. The ball bearings messed up on it. I'm curious, is that braid on them?
Thanks -its actually green monofilament on them. at that point in time (last nov) it was berkely big game on the larger reels and the curado, and Berkley XT 4 pound on the smaller ones. Im switching it though. love big game but its a bit too stiff for spinning reels. the XT 4 pound seems fine though. weird. Going to give sufix elite mono a try.
new2BC4bass reply :
I've read that if you don't have pictures, then it ain't true. Kind of lazy with taking pictures. Have to remove all those reel covers, find a place to lay out the rods, take pics, reverse the process and then post the pics. So take this anyway you want. 
Rods I fish: Fenwick Elite Tech Smalmouth, Aetos, HMG, River Runner, Elite Tech and Techna AV, Diawa Tatula (originals), Zillion, Jupiter and V.I.P. Smallmouth, Dobyns Champion, Falcon Experts, Cara and Originals, Hammer, Redbone, Rainshadow, Quantum Smoke, SuperLite and Tour Edition, Megabass Orochi XX, Powell Endurance, Okuma Helios, Phenix Recon 2, BPS Crankin' Stick, Cabela's Prodigy, Berkley Lightning, Shimano Compre and Cumara, Abu Villain, Allstar (which I didn't get to use yet) plus a couple unmentionables. Some favorites: 6'6" MLM Aetos, Diablo Spec R, 704CB Glass, 7' MHF Rainshadow 7, 6'10" MF Smallmouth, 7' MF Helios, 7' MLR Tatula, HMG 7'2" Med. Mod-Fast, 7'3" MHF Hammer, 6'10" HF Superlite and 7'2" MH-XF Endurance.
Reels I fish: At least 9 models of Daiwa, Shimano Curado, Chronarch and Scorpion 4x4, BPS Carbonlite, Abu Revos and round reels in 1600C Black Max and Morrum, Lew's, Pflueger, Okuma, Pinnacle, Cabela's Prodigy and an unmentionable. Favorites are harder to pick, but some are Zillion 50th, various Alphas, TD-Z 105H, 201E7, Fuego (original), Patriarch XT, STX Gen 1, T3 1016, Primmus Xi HS and Helios Air. Can't speak on the longevity of the last two reels, but they are on the top of my list. I have a few that I haven't had the chance to use much that may also make the "favorite" list...an Airy Red Pixy, PXL, Tournament MB and Pro Z plus the unmentionable.
S. Sass reply :
Some of my old line up from about a year ago, i've added a few and deducted one. 
Here was one new rod I added. There was another and a reel or two but I have no pics.
new2BC4bass reply :
On 1/22/2017 at 9:26 AM, Hulkster said:Thanks -its actually green monofilament on them. at that point in time (last nov) it was berkely big game on the larger reels and the curado, and Berkley XT 4 pound on the smaller ones. Im switching it though. love big game but its a bit too stiff for spinning reels. the XT 4 pound seems fine though. weird. Going to give sufix elite mono a try.
Big Game has pretty good abrasion resistance. This makes it a bit springy. I only use it on baitcast reels. Any nylon line coils after sitting for awhile. Siege also coils, yet doesn't seem to give loose coils on the spool after a cast like Big Game does when first used. Although line off the spool can look like a slinky. Big Game is okay once wet. Elite is a softer line. You should like it on your spinning reels. XL and Super Natural are a couple other soft lines although I have only used Super Natural on baitcast reels so far. XL was what I used for a good many years (when I only used spinning reels). Only changed since getting back into fishing just to try different lines. A friend was a Stren user and seemed to have no problems.
Nor-Cal Basser reply :
Recent favorite of mine. Shimano Crucial 6' 8" M/XF paired with a Curado 71XG. Awesome little setup.
Arobb2012 reply :
On 1/22/2017 at 10:30 AM, S. Sass said:Some of my old line up from about a year ago, i've added a few and deducted one.
Here was one new rod I added. There was another and a reel or two but I have no pics.
How do you like the hmg? I'm lookingat that one for my next rod purchase.
new2BC4bass reply :
On 1/22/2017 at 10:40 AM, Nor-Cal Basser said:Recent favorite of mine. Shimano Crucial 6' 8" M/XF paired with a Curado 71XG. Awesome little setup.
Nice! May have to get off my butt and take a couple pictures. My phone takes better pictures than my old digital SLR. 
I should take a picture of my 6'6" MLM Aetos/ PXL and 7' MF Helios/ Helios Air. Both very light combos that are a joy to use.
Nor-Cal Basser reply :
On 1/22/2017 at 10:46 AM, new2BC4bass said:
Nice! May have to get off my butt and take a couple pictures. My phone takes better pictures than my old digital SLR.
I like the sound of that Aetos/PXL combo! That's the true definition of a finesse baitcasting combo. Bet it fishes like a dream!
S. Sass reply :
On 1/22/2017 at 10:44 AM, Arobb2012 said:How do you like the hmg? I'm lookingat that one for my next rod purchase.
The two on top are older model Crankbait rods and they work great for me. My go to for crankbaits and small swimbaits with trebles. They have landed a heck of a lot of fish and many 5+ lbs with no problems. I do not swing my fish in the boat with the rod though unless obviously small.
I really haven't tried to use any really deep diving crankbaits though. Most of my crankbaits are i'm gonna say are less than 15'. And most of the time I play in the less than 6 ft area. So for deep divers I really don't have any opinion but I would think they would be fine.
If the newer HMG models are equally as good or better they are a good rod. I just don't know what else in its price range is out there. And I sure don't own any to make a fair comparison.
CTBassin860 reply :
Arobb2012 reply :
On 1/22/2017 at 11:11 AM, S. Sass said:The two on top are older model Crankbait rods and they work great for me. My go to for crankbaits and small swimbaits with trebles. They have landed a heck of a lot of fish and many 5+ lbs with no problems. I do not swing my fish in the boat with the rod though unless obviously small.
I really haven't tried to use any really deep diving crankbaits though. Most of my crankbaits are i'm gonna say are less than 15'. And most of the time I play in the less than 6 ft area. So for deep divers I really don't have any opinion but I would think they would be fine.
If the newer HMG models are equally as good or better they are a good rod. I just don't know what else in its price range is out there. And I sure don't own any to make a fair comparison.
Thanks I'm looking for a jig and worm rod and this is my top choice of rods.
S. Sass reply :
On 1/22/2017 at 11:39 AM, Arobb2012 said:Thanks I'm looking for a jig and worm rod and this is my top choice of rods.
Id probably go with something like a Med/Hvy Fast Action rod if I was just generally looking for a jig and worm rod. Its more universal, generally speaking it should be decent with spinnerbaits also. MODEL # HMG70MH-FC
Me personally I generally like a Med Fast or X-Fast Action if I was just texas rig worm fishing. Jigs I like a heavier power my jigs use hefty 5/0 hooks and I want to have that ability to set it. Of course different brands are a little different some a Med Hvy is more like a Hvy.
Sittin there reelin em in reply :
Hey guys really nice rods and reels, I noticed a lot of people are leaning over to a Shimano. I'm wondering if I need to try that out. Lets see how long this thread will last even though there's a "better one".
S. Sass reply :
On 1/23/2017 at 10:23 AM, Dillon 14 said:Hey guys really nice rods and reels, I noticed a lot of people are leaning over to a Shimano. I'm wondering if I need to try that out. Lets see how long this thread will last even though there's a "better one".
The other thread is titled "Show off your Stuff". Stuff can be anything fishing related. My junk wasn't worthy for that thread the way the thread started. Seems it was going to be a dead serious high rollers only.
This thread was titled "Show your rod setup" Specifically for rods is the way I read it. And I happened to have had a old pic I knew where it was on the pc. On this thread no panties got in a wad on the first page that I was aware of.
Not saying this thread will last any longer or not just that the other thread may not necessarily be the "better" rod thread.
EllisJuan reply :
I'm a Loomis and Shimano guy...
Spartyon2k reply :
On 1/22/2017 at 10:30 AM, S. Sass said:Some of my old line up from about a year ago, i've added a few and deducted one.
Here was one new rod I added. There was another and a reel or two but I have no pics.
I'm curious about how the Lew's Hero performs. I procured 2 of the Tournament SG (with MSB) and love it, and my 12 year old was the benefactor of dad getting a smoking deal and was given the second (lucky little kid). Due to the discount I receive at a local Big Box, I paid less for the combos than the reel costs on its own.......I know they're decent rods (already switched mine out - but perfect for the boy), so for him it's perfect.....heck the kid to took to being able to baitcast after 5 minutes last season.... It took me a year (10 years ago), so I gave him one with mono, assuming I'd lose all the line to backlashes....,not 1 more than 10'. I like the concept of the Hero line, so I'll be watching for some reviews.
On 1/22/2017 at 10:44 AM, Arobb2012 said:How do you like the hmg? I'm lookingat that one for my next rod purchase.
How do you like the Fenwick rods? I keep fondling them at GM, as they're so d**n reasonable? They obviously perform, looking at your cache......would you say they had a weakness at some level (not a great H/F rod, better suited for Xxxxxx)? I'm asking because I can get 2 for the price of some of the other rods I've been looking at.....
S. Sass reply :
That reel is a Mark Rose edition ran just for Walmart according to Lew's. I tried to register the warranty online and this specific one was not in the drop down menu so I had to contact Lews to warranty it. Looks as though you now have to type in the model. Funny thing is they never ever had it anywhere on their website and basically didn't want to claim it the way the response was.
If I remember correctly it was about a $50 reel. I can only say it's been flawless. Now I don't use it much any more it was one I picked up when I wanted to see if I liked the Lew's fit in my hand while fishing all day, and get a sense of how I liked the reel over all. I never meant for it to be my workhorse. But I have purchased 5 more Lew's reels since I got the good impression from that reel.
My only regret is I should have just got the $99 one piece aluminum frame LFS series instead of it. Its the only baitcaster i have that has a plastic frame. Lew's use to make one of if not the best $100 reel imho. Other companies are getting into this price range now bringing better quality at a lower price point.
It does look amazing similar to the Hero here. But mine says "Mark Rose Signature Series" where this one says "American Hero". And if I'm not mistaken mine has the vented spool.
Sittin there reelin em in reply :
REALLY nice rods guys I agree on what S. Sass said. Thanks bro maybe this thread will last long. I don't really have very expensive rod and reel setups because I'm only 14 and don't have a paying job soooo.
T-Barnes reply :
Anyone fishing with the $40 Abu black max?
I bought one as a throwback and actually like it a lot.
Fishinthefish reply :
Columbia Craw reply :
This is about four years ago and a few months ago with some newer stuff.
Sittin there reelin em in reply :
On 1/24/2017 at 9:12 AM, T-Barnes said:Anyone fishing with the $40 Abu black max?
I bought one as a throwback and actually like it a lot.
I actually have one myself and really like it being that it's $40. It's held up for about a year and a half and is still catching tons of fish.
This is it before I used it.
Sittin there reelin em in reply :
I'm saving up for this reel. It comes with a life time warranty. Isn't that awesome or what!
hunterPRO1 reply :
On 1/24/2017 at 9:12 AM, T-Barnes said:Anyone fishing with the $40 Abu black max?
I bought one as a throwback and actually like it a lot.
Yes it was my first baitcaster and still going strong,
Sittin there reelin em in reply :
Let's keep this going guys your doing great!!!!!!!!!
stk44 reply :
On 1/25/2017 at 3:39 AM, Sittin there reelin em in said:I'm saving up for this reel. It comes with a life time warranty. Isn't that awesome or what!
" USA AND CANADA: Abu Garcia reels are covered against manufacturing defects in materials and workmanship for a period of one (1) year from date of purchase and rods for three (3) years from date of purchase. "
EastCoastAngler reply :
On 1/23/2017 at 12:58 PM, EllisJuan said:I'm a Loomis and Shimano guy...
There's enough money in rods and reels in this photo to buy a used boat haha. Anyway nice looking setups.
Sittin there reelin em in reply :
Nice guys! I guess I was told wrong on that Abu Garcia. A friend of mine said that you can get a lifetime warranty
cottny27 reply :
New cheap setup. I got about $40 in the whole combo. Rod is a Daiwa Aird X I paid $21 for at Academy. I was trying to match the ugly gold reel.
RoweBoatRVA reply :
On 1/23/2017 at 12:58 PM, EllisJuan said:I'm a Loomis and Shimano guy...
What is the gold reel in the middle?
LOZSteve reply :
Gold reel in the middle looks like a shimano calcutta conquest - that's a good one.
RoweBoatRVA reply :
On 1/29/2017 at 5:20 AM, LOZSteve said:Gold reel in the middle looks like a shimano calcutta conquest - that's a good one.
You're right. It looks more like machined art than a fishing reel.
EllisJuan reply :
On 1/29/2017 at 5:27 AM, RoweBoatRVA said:
You're right. It looks more like machined art than a fishing reel.
LOZSteve is correct. It is a Conquest 101. It works even better than it looks.
rippin-lips reply :
My do a little bit of everything combo that is always with me on every trip out.
Sittin there reelin em in reply :
Those are some awesome rods guys.
On 1/29/2017 at 4:39 AM, cottny27 said:New cheap setup. I got about $40 in the whole combo. Rod is a Daiwa Aird X I paid $21 for at Academy. I was trying to match the ugly gold reel.
I need to check out that at Academy.
On 1/29/2017 at 7:40 AM, rippin-lips said:
REALLY LIKE THIS REEL! How much did you pay for that reel?
Don't you just love when this happens and then a bass latches on to your bait.
rippin-lips reply :
On 1/29/2017 at 9:29 AM, Sittin there reelin em in said:Those are some awesome rods guys.
I need to check out that at Academy.
REALLY LIKE THIS REEL! How much did you pay for that reel?
Retail on the reel is $399 but they can be had for $350 and there's about $260 in extra's on top of that. Google Steez SV103 to see it all stock.
Sittin there reelin em in reply :
Wow!! This 14 year old can't afford that. lol That's a great reel!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Fishin' Fool reply :
Sittin there reelin em in reply :
Nice rods!!
Columbia Craw reply :
On 1/29/2017 at 7:40 AM, rippin-lips said:My do a little bit of everything combo that is always with me on every trip out.
Wheeww. That was close. I just realized it's a lefty. Now I don't have to break into your house.
Nor-Cal Basser reply :
Went into my local tackle shop for some football jigs. Left with a Shimano Expride 7'3" XH/MF. On sale for $189.99, no tax. Pretty stoked to get it setup with a Metanium, but it'll have to wait awhile.
rippin-lips reply :
On 1/29/2017 at 11:47 AM, Columbia Craw said:
Wheeww. That was close. I just realized it's a lefty. Now I don't have to break into your house.
I know you were just making a joke but make sure it's not when I'm home, or my gf.
Sittin there reelin em in reply :
Haha
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