80 Stand-up rod ???

VCinRI · 02-09-2008, 05:40 PM

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

paul708 · 02-09-2008, 05:47 PM

guys dont typically use 80's for standup..but it can be done no problem. i just did some rods for the giants down NC made for 70 and 80 standup..these are BIG FISH rods

VCinRI · 02-09-2008, 06:00 PM

Paul708
Do you think the short curved butt can securely hold the foot of the 80?
I think that may be what he was referring to when he said it would not work.
What butt did you use for the stand-ups you just made?
Thanks,
VC

pitch bait · 02-09-2008, 06:11 PM

http://www.braidproducts.com/brutebuster.html

Check out these rods by Dennis Braid. He puts 80s on them. I have fished these rods in North Carolina for the giants with Cabtain Brian from Extreme Measures. They are in my opnion the most superior stand up rod I have ever fished.

paul708 · 02-09-2008, 09:00 PM

the new aftco butts and seats are made to hold a 80..check my standup giant rod on the site..

gradyfish265 · 02-11-2008, 03:27 PM

A lot of guys have gone to 70vs reels for this type of stand up, not quite the same type of line capacity, but it has a similar class drag and is suited for this type of fishing. It is a little lighter and narrower which makes them a little easier on the angler. For a stand up rod used with a reel that big, I'd recommend using a short bent butt, but that really depends on your personal preference.

marty65 · 02-11-2008, 04:41 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by gradyfish265

A lot of guys have gone to 70vs reels for this type of stand up, not quite the same type of line capacity, but it has a similar class drag and is suited for this type of fishing. It is a little lighter and narrower which makes them a little easier on the angler. For a stand up rod used with a reel that big, I'd recommend using a short bent butt, but that really depends on your personal preference.

I am just building 2 stand up 80's. Its common here in Australia to use them as we are up for a challenge.They are also using 130# stand up as well but my balls arent that big. I am putting tiagra 80's on mine, have a look at melton tackle for rods if you are not going to make them(they do have all the components) have some grander stand up's that are awesome rods. Aftco do a #4 short bent butt that suits the 80's beautifully.
hope this helps. Any questions pm me.

Marty

austin ensor · 02-11-2008, 04:51 PM

i would go with the 70vs for stand uo with that big of a reel!!! little bit more controll.. look in the iteams for sale forum youll find one there.

Osprey Rods · 02-23-2008, 06:35 AM

Hello VCinRI,
The photo is of one of those giants caught on one of my stand up 80's custom made rods here in NC back in December. (See the rod in the holder on the port side of the boat.)I'm not exactly sure what you mean by " won't work", but sounds like maybe that person didn't know what they were talking about. I would be glad to help you out with a custom, hand built rod for that reel. Contact me thru my website.
Tight lines, James

Osprey Rods · 02-23-2008, 07:01 AM

Guess I don't know how to upload pictures yet, but I'll keep trying, meanwhile you can see it at : http://www.ospreycustomfishingrods.c...ishing-rod.htm
Thanks guys - James

02-09-2008, 05:40 PM	#1
VCinRI I love my rigging bucket Join Date: Jan 2008 Posts: 106 Credits: 1,545.0	80 Stand-up rod ??? 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

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gradyfish265 Anthony's Ark is a blowboater Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: NJ Posts: 287 Credits: 1,308.3 Boat: Grady White 265 Express Home Port: Port Monmouth Occupation: Naval Architect	A lot of guys have gone to 70vs reels for this type of stand up, not quite the same type of line capacity, but it has a similar class drag and is suited for this type of fishing. It is a little lighter and narrower which makes them a little easier on the angler. For a stand up rod used with a reel that big, I'd recommend using a short bent butt, but that really depends on your personal preference. __________________ 2002 Grady White 265 Express 1989 Grady White 22 Seafarer FOR SALE!!!

02-23-2008, 06:35 AM	#9
Osprey Rods #1 Lurker Join Date: Feb 2008 Posts: 2 Credits: 1,183.0	Hello VCinRI, The photo is of one of those giants caught on one of my stand up 80's custom made rods here in NC back in December. (See the rod in the holder on the port side of the boat.)I'm not exactly sure what you mean by " won't work", but sounds like maybe that person didn't know what they were talking about. I would be glad to help you out with a custom, hand built rod for that reel. Contact me thru my website. Tight lines, James __________________ JAMES W. CARNES www.OspreyCustomFishingRods.com CUSTOM MADE, BIG GAME FISHING RODS Last edited by Osprey Rods; 02-23-2008 at 06:49 AM. Reason: Add a photo

02-23-2008, 07:01 AM	#10
Osprey Rods #1 Lurker Join Date: Feb 2008 Posts: 2 Credits: 1,183.0	Guess I don't know how to upload pictures yet, but I'll keep trying, meanwhile you can see it at : http://www.ospreycustomfishingrods.c...ishing-rod.htm Thanks guys - James __________________ JAMES W. CARNES www.OspreyCustomFishingRods.com CUSTOM MADE, BIG GAME FISHING RODS

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02-09-2008, 06:00 PM	#3
VCinRI I love my rigging bucket Join Date: Jan 2008 Posts: 106 Credits: 1,545.0	Paul708 Do you think the short curved butt can securely hold the foot of the 80? I think that may be what he was referring to when he said it would not work. What butt did you use for the stand-ups you just made? Thanks, VC

02-09-2008, 06:11 PM	#4
pitch bait I think Admin is going to let me have this space Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Cape May N.J. Posts: 1,543 Credits: 4,003.5 Occupation: Marine Surveyor	http://www.braidproducts.com/brutebuster.html Check out these rods by Dennis Braid. He puts 80s on them. I have fished these rods in North Carolina for the giants with Cabtain Brian from Extreme Measures. They are in my opnion the most superior stand up rod I have ever fished.

02-11-2008, 04:51 PM	#8
austin ensor I think Admin is going to let me have this space Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: harford county md Posts: 1,136 Credits: 1,495.1 Boat: 284 mako Home Port: OC,MD-DEALE,MD Best Catch: i dont catch....I RIG!!!!! Occupation: part time mate on "RIGHT NUT"	i would go with the 70vs for stand uo with that big of a reel!!! little bit more controll.. look in the iteams for sale forum youll find one there.