80 Stand-up rod ??? - Page 2

paul708 · 02-24-2008, 05:17 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by VCinRI

What has been the preference for a stand-up rod for 80W reels?

Do you feel these reels can be used on the typical stand-up rods?

I was recently in a store looking at a short, bent butt 50-130lb. class stand-up rod. When I explained I was thinking of putting an 80TW on it, I was told it would not work.

Any opinions?

Thanks,
VC

the new superseekers are a good choice, and have been VERY popular, as a straight or bent butt standup. these new blanks are very powerful..and really worth a look for guys looking for a Quality rod

marcus220 · 02-28-2008, 02:53 PM

hey guys,whats wrong with say an avet 50w for standup? i was going to use it here in maine.its spooled with 150 braid.as you know the fish get big up here.

paul708 · 02-28-2008, 03:18 PM

strap that on one of these and fish dont have a chance

only BIG fish

. calstar and all aftco..359

shipmate bill · 02-28-2008, 03:22 PM

If you're looking for a rod setup of that size i'd recommend going with the 70vs. We use these stand up all the time. We used to use the 80's on the stand ups but our charters were having a hard time with the outfit being too cumbersome. If you're used to it, an 80 on a stand up with a short bent butt is a deadly combination. For your average joe, stick with the 70vs. What you lose in line capacity from a 70 vs a 80 you gain in maneuverability and comfort.

gradyfish265 · 02-28-2008, 05:17 PM

I agree with Bill 100%. As for the AVET TRX, I'm a big Fan of Avet's but if I was fishing giants, I'd use a 70 or 80 over that 50 any day. The 50 just does not have the line capacity you want for a big fish like a Giant. Yeah you could apply ridiculous amounts of drag, but you'd have to use even heavier line, cutting into your capacity once again. Regardless of how heavy you go, the fish will make a long hard run, you need the capacity to handle it on that initial run, and those 50's would be pushing it. I'm sure it can be done if you wanted to have some fun, but if you plan to land a good percentage of your fish, go with a bigger reel better suited for the job. I know 50's have landed Giants before, but it takes a lot longer and usually involves a lot of following and often passing the rod off multiple times. Fun to do once in a blue moon, but not something you want with every fish you hook.

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02-28-2008, 05:17 PM	#15
gradyfish265 Anthony's Ark is a blowboater Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: NJ Posts: 287 Credits: 1,308.2 Boat: Grady White 265 Express Home Port: Port Monmouth Occupation: Naval Architect	I agree with Bill 100%. As for the AVET TRX, I'm a big Fan of Avet's but if I was fishing giants, I'd use a 70 or 80 over that 50 any day. The 50 just does not have the line capacity you want for a big fish like a Giant. Yeah you could apply ridiculous amounts of drag, but you'd have to use even heavier line, cutting into your capacity once again. Regardless of how heavy you go, the fish will make a long hard run, you need the capacity to handle it on that initial run, and those 50's would be pushing it. I'm sure it can be done if you wanted to have some fun, but if you plan to land a good percentage of your fish, go with a bigger reel better suited for the job. I know 50's have landed Giants before, but it takes a lot longer and usually involves a lot of following and often passing the rod off multiple times. Fun to do once in a blue moon, but not something you want with every fish you hook. __________________ 2002 Grady White 265 Express 1989 Grady White 22 Seafarer FOR SALE!!!

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02-28-2008, 02:53 PM	#12
marcus220 Swabbie Join Date: Oct 2007 Posts: 10 Credits: 1,190.6	hey guys,whats wrong with say an avet 50w for standup? i was going to use it here in maine.its spooled with 150 braid.as you know the fish get big up here.

02-28-2008, 03:22 PM	#14
shipmate bill Just bought a 65' hat! Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: on da beach Posts: 79 Credits: 1,306.2 Home Port: Highlands/Belmar NJ Best Catch: 750 lb dressed bft, 300 lbs swordie, 50 lbs tilefish Occupation: Charter boat captain and mate	If you're looking for a rod setup of that size i'd recommend going with the 70vs. We use these stand up all the time. We used to use the 80's on the stand ups but our charters were having a hard time with the outfit being too cumbersome. If you're used to it, an 80 on a stand up with a short bent butt is a deadly combination. For your average joe, stick with the 70vs. What you lose in line capacity from a 70 vs a 80 you gain in maneuverability and comfort.