I've usually stuck to buying fishing gear right off the shelf, but lately, I've been seriously thinking about getting a custom-built rod. I'm after something versatile that can help me target small bluefin tuna and yellowtail during sunny days. What I'm hoping for is a rod that has just the right action for casting iron but is also sensitive enough to handle flylined baits with ease. Any recos?
Fishing rods
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You’re probably looking at rod sizes between 7'6" and 8'6". The right length really depends whether you're fishing from shore or boat. A longer rod can help you get the extra casting distance for your iron, while a shorter one gives you better control when you're reeling in the fish.
ptgarcia
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I've grown up fishing lakes and streams with short (5' to 5'6") rods and light spinning reels, but I've tried a couple 7' ultra light (or light, maybe) action rods and really like them. Not the best when fishing from areas with a lot of vegetation and trees around but I love the feel. That said, I always keep 2 poles now, a shorty and a 7' to 7'6", but both are ultra light action.
