Barra outfit??

dj1984 · #1 06-01-2010, 07:44 AM

im off to darwin in may for some fishing and need an outfit for barra and jew fishing with lures,I have no idea what im looking for but i have seen most people using overhead reels. What size rod and reel should i be looking for? if i cand get a combo to do both barra and jewies that would be great.

Looking around the $500 and less and want a 2 piece rod for traveling.

Cheers
DJ

Breamingwithjoy · #2 06-01-2010, 06:03 PM

Not sure about the reel but I just took ownership of a Daiwa wilderness 3 piece rod (spin) and they come in either a 2-8lb spin, 8-17lb spin, 6-10lb baitcast or 10-20lb baitcast. They certainly feel strong and cast heavier lures well in the spin version. Since they are relatively new they are a little hard to find in tackle stores but worth asking around for a look at one. Oh they are a 7 foot rod. so break down to 3, 2foot 4 inch pieces which can fit in a suitcase...

__MATT__ · #3 06-01-2010, 08:24 PM

Perrie had a bantam curado going at a good price a while back... Might want to see if thats still up for grabs, would have a bit of cash left over

terbo · #4 06-01-2010, 09:58 PM

i use a diawa tierra 17 to 25lb 2 piece rod & diawa saltist hrf baitcaster with 30lb braid
to throw spinnerbaits for cod & yellowbelly. very nice outfit & should suit your needs/price.
check out mo tackle