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jm0771

14-01-2003, 06:37 AM

I was wondering what you guys think of a price vs performance comparison of different rods.I am looking at getting another rod but the funds are limited (read-missus,baby) and was interested in a few but you dont know until you have field tested them.

Bream Master

14-01-2003, 06:57 AM

I'm using a couple of Daiwa IM6 Heartland rods ($149) which I am very happy with at present. I have also found some great little Penn IM6 rods with Fuji guides which we will have in the online store over the weekend. At $149 they are also a great little rod.

Warren.

jm0771

14-01-2003, 08:04 AM

Hey Warren,have you tested out the penn rods yet?I know that the penn name has a lot of history but I would like your input.Also some specs would clinch the deal.

Craig_S

14-01-2003, 09:28 AM

Yeah, whats the road test report on those Penn combos Warren? My goss is they arent a bad unit for a relative cheapie.

Bear

15-01-2003, 10:06 PM

Guys,
If you're looking at getting something more personal in feel and performance, why not get a custom. Ira had one done not long ago and I'll be doing the same in the not too distant future. Nothing more personal than having it fitted to YOU.

15-01-2003, 10:25 PM

Custom=Cost!!!:D
I'd love one, but they are not cheap.
Check out shakesperes range. the Pflueger is a gem of a rod! costs 150, but i bargained him down to 135.
Have a look mate.

Evan

15-01-2003, 10:30 PM

kingpin that is not necessarily true

im pretty sure that ira's custom cost him a tad under $200- not that much more than your $150 rod.

it all depends on what guides etc you want on your rod!

LakeConjolaFish

15-01-2003, 11:04 PM

Warren,

Whats the finish like on the Pen IM6's compared with Daiwa's ?

Jim