New guy needs help

[danferd2002]

I just picked up an Okuma TG-50 Titus Gold for a really good price, and i was wondering what rod i should put it on. Im looking to spend less than $150 is possible. I will probably use 65 power pro. It will get used for stand up fishing.

[Handcrafter]

I cannot be much help on your question, but, I would like to welcome you to the forum. I have been here for a short while and have found the people here to be friendly, kind and very knowledgable. Good luck with your quest....Lynn

[FLATLINER]

Danferd,
WOW! I think that's a first for the rodbuilding forum! First post is here on this page!! Welcome!

I think its going to be tough to get a rod for that price to match the reel, but I will do some digging and see what I come up with.

Where are you located?

Flatliner

[danferd2002]

Im in NJ, Gloucester County to be specific. This is my first big game setup so im trying to go the budget route, i heard the titus reels were not the best but with regular maintenance they should be ok for what im doing.

[clt_capt]

You can probably get an off the shelf Shimano Talevera Butterfly Jigging rod for about that price. I have one - but haven't used it much - and haven't gotten around to building a jigging rod for myself yet.

For another $100 you could probably get a decent custom rod

[FLATLINER]

Titus gold is a trolling reel. You could go the penn slammer route, but the guides will probably pop off in the first few trips. Look up pinnacle rods. I think thats the name. They specialize in china rods and hear that they are fine for the money.

Kevin