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Rambler · Oct 3, 2017

Yes. Wait until the Silverhawk is back on sale. Might not be until next year. In the meantime consider a Berkley Cherrywood. Really good, cheap rod. eBay ususally has them for $20 -- $30.

I used a telescopic rod on a Summer-long backpacking trip in the Rockies in 1974. A bit later I decided to buy something 'serious' & got a Shakespeare Sigma. I still have it. My point is that what you buy now may still be with you way down the road even though you'll upgrade.

Zenfish · Oct 3, 2017

If you don't mind a 6 foot rod, here's a Fenwick under 50. When you checkout, it applies a further $15 discount from the $60 price.

http://www.ffo-tackle.com/ffo-rods-spin ... 3884N.html

On Amazon, you can get a Fenwick Eagle 6.5 foot for $35 now. Otherwise, the Fenwick HMX and HMG rods are about $70.

Rambler · Oct 3, 2017

That Eagle deal is good. You should grab it.

FloridaRigger · Oct 4, 2017

Rambler said:
Yes. Wait until the Silverhawk is back on sale. Might not be until next year. In the meantime consider a Berkley Cherrywood. Really good, cheap rod. eBay ususally has them for $20 -- $30.
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good advice here. dont pay full price for the silverhawk. I've seen them go as low as $50 every few months. I have 3 and like them a lot. If you cant wait, the cherrywood or the lightning rods will get the job done and a heck of a lot lighter than a beefy ugly stick.

they have a silverhawk combo on sale for $100. could always sell the reel (or start building your arsenal)
http://www.cabelas.com/product/bargain- ... s?slotId=1

jmdog2003 · Oct 4, 2017

I can vouch for Fenwick. I've become a big fan. A Fenwick/Pflueger combo would be a good choice imo, and would last you a few seasons even after you upgrade. Chances are you'll become like the rest of us and have multiple combos. As for Ugly Stiks, I have an ultra light that I actually quite enjoy. But the heavier sticks feel clunky to me.

nerf888 · Oct 4, 2017

Hey jmdog2003 , x2 on your statement "As for Ugly Stiks, I have an ultra light that I actually quite enjoy."
I have 2 ugly sticks , one is a 2 piece, 5'6" UL, and the other is also a 2 piece , 6'0" ML, both are quite packable and tough as nails , both equipped with
Pflueger Presidents, and they are my most often used rigs, though admittedly I fish lighter gear almost exclusively, even when I might be better served by a heavier baitcaster at times, ugly stiks seem to enjoy a love 'em or hate 'em reputation..............

Phil6 · Oct 4, 2017

I think I'll wait for a Silverhawk to drop (unless anyone has something else I should check out), but that combo looks enticing. Is the Summit XT much better than a President? An extra reel never hurts, and it makes a good excuse to buy another rod :wink:

Rambler · Oct 4, 2017

Phil6 said:
Is the Summit XT much better than a President?

Depends on how you define "much better". A President XT is "better" than a President because it's lighter. I believe a Summit XT is lighter still. Consider doing some research before buying & check out the relative specs. Lighter is good since it makes a difference during a long day of casting.

Also, if your President has a 5.2:1 ratio and you pick up an XT or Summit with 6.2:1 you'll be amazed at the difference it makes when retrieving buzzbaits & other lures that require a quick retrieve.

FloridaRigger · Oct 5, 2017

I believe the summit xt is exclusive to cabelas. it looks to be exactly the same as the president xt except it doesnt have the carbon fiber handle and cork knob, so it's 0.2oz heavier.

Rambler · Oct 5, 2017

FloridaRigger said:
it looks to be exactly the same as the president xt except it doesnt have the carbon fiber handle and cork knob, so it's 0.2oz heavier.

Gotta say, I LOVE the cork handle. But if that's the only difference I'd probably go with the Summit if it's cheaper.

Phil6 · Oct 5, 2017

Rambler said:
FloridaRigger said:

it looks to be exactly the same as the president xt except it doesnt have the carbon fiber handle and cork knob, so it's 0.2oz heavier.

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Gotta say, I LOVE the cork handle. But if that's the only difference I'd probably go with the Summit if it's cheaper.

Im a fan of the president that I have right now, my next reel will probably be a step up from the president/summit series (unless I pick up an UL for panfish). I just put some 15lb braid on my rod last night and I really like the way it feels. Excited to test it on water instead of my backyard :lol:

Phil6 · Oct 6, 2017

How is Medium Fast for an all around rod? Specifically the 7' silverhawk II. I see a lot of people pointing to medium heavies

FloridaRigger · Oct 7, 2017

Phil6 said:
How is Medium Fast for an all around rod? Specifically the 7' silverhawk II. I see a lot of people pointing to medium heavies

for spinning rods it's perfect for most bass techniques. i dont own a single medium heavy spinning rod; thats what baitcasters are for :wink:

Rambler · Oct 7, 2017

I have a MH Fenwick Elite Tech & a Fenwick M Silverhawk. The MH is great with braid for pike. The M is better with copolymer line for bass.

Phil6 · Oct 9, 2017

I picked up a Silverhawk II from Cabelas for $70 and I'm loving it so far. Feels a lot better in hand than the Ugly Stik.

So I think I've finally settled on my first set up. Exciting stuff.

Rambler · Oct 9, 2017

Congrats! I'm sure you'll enjoy it.

Phil6 · Oct 9, 2017

Rambler said:
Congrats! I'm sure you'll enjoy it.

Liking it a lot so far, can't wait to spend some more time with it.

Now... where do you guys keep all the 5LBers? :wink: :roll:

travelingfisherman · Oct 31, 2017

Put in your time on the water wisely and your catch rate will go up. Try to learn from every fishing trip you have and use that knowledge to catch more fish.

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