tuna popping cape cod

[gman]

Originally Posted by JerseyBrian

Not at all brother I'm thinking of picking up a Zenaq myself for longer casting situations too. However, I'm looking at a lighter model than yours as I want to be able to throw 1.5oz-4oz lures effectively. Since I don't see myself catching GT anytime soon, I pray that will suffice for now But boy those Carpenter's load up nicely.

I wasn't referring to you Brian

[paul708]

Originally Posted by gman

Ok Im sure I will get bashed for using high end Japanese gear here but here it goes. I will be using two different casting rigs for chasing Bluefin off Cape Cod this year

1. Zenaq Fooketo 83-5 casting rod paired with a stella 10000FA 65 # braid for tossing medium lures such as Voladors, Shibukis and Baby Runbohs all in teh 3-4 ounce range


2. Carpenter DJ83MH casting rod paired with a Stella 180000HG for larger lures such as Craftbait stickbaits ranging in the 7 ounce weight with 65# braid

These setups have beaten tuna over 57 inches and several Striped Marlin so I am excited to get up there and chase some fish

shouldnt get bashed for using good stuff
how long is the Zenaq?
what is the rating on it

[sjogren]

2,000$ spinning set up, Hey go for it!! When I win the lottery that's the first or maybe the second item on my list!!

[gman]

Originally Posted by paul708

shouldnt get bashed for using good stuff
how long is the Zenaq?
what is the rating on it

its 8'3" and rated PE6-8

[gman]

Originally Posted by sjogren

2,000$ spinning set up, Hey go for it!! When I win the lottery that's the first or maybe the second item on my list!!

Whats the first on your list, that would make a great thread actually. Stella $500 give or take depending on your model, rod is $500 so around $1,000.

[paul708]

Originally Posted by gman

Whats the first on your list, that would make a great thread actually. Stella $500 give or take depending on your model, rod is $500 so around $1,000.

500 for stella. that makes the setup a steal

[gman]

Originally Posted by paul708

500 for stella. that makes the setup a steal

well $550 I have a good contact for regular US stellas

[sjogren]

no no no I did fast google search reel was 1,100$ Rod was 880$
Oh ya line , rough figgerin..
Now that I have your attention what is a moderate priced spin caster for poppin and conventional for jiggin. For a workin stiff to use 5-6 times a year.
I mean the reels . Come on Paul give it to me. Please

[BretABaker]

Originally Posted by gman

well $550 I have a good contact for regular US stellas

or just wait until someone sells a brand new one for that price like I did

You don't think the high end Japanese stuff is worth it until you fish with it. then you won't want to go back.

[gman]

Originally Posted by sjogren

no no no I did fast google search reel was 1,100$ Rod was 880$
Oh ya line , rough figgerin..
Now that I have your attention what is a moderate priced spin caster for poppin and conventional for jiggin. For a workin stiff to use 5-6 times a year.
I mean the reels . Come on Paul give it to me. Please

It depends on the outfit you searched the Zenaq combo is less expensive as the 2007 Stellas are only $699 (but I bought mine for 4550) and the Zenaq rod is $550 bought domestically. The 2008 stellas from Japan are much more expensive along with the Carpenter which I bought at a steal

Spinning - I would strongly suggest the Shimano Saragosa 18000 its about $300 dollars with an OTI rod from Paul in the 60-80 class

Conventional - You have many choices, toriums, saltigas, accurates the list could go on and on