Boundary Waters Quetico Forum :: Fishing Forum :: Entry level fishing rod for kids
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DeanL |
SammyN: ""Ugly Stik youth sized GX2 combo" +2 or +3 or whatever we're up to. This is the combo that my boys moved up to and I've been very happy. As we all know kids that are learning to cast and fish can be pretty hard on gear, our combos have spent several weeks in the BW getting banged around and have held up perfectly. |
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thegildedgopher |
They make a Sienna spinning combo that's about $50, but I think it's a 6.5 foot rod which is a lot for a 5yo. You might wanna check out the Ugly Stik youth sized GX2 combo. About $40, 5.5 foot rod. |
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old_salt |
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elpirkl |
Go shopping for a new rod and reel Wife says, "Don't you have enough already? Why are spending more money on a fishin' pole?" I say, "The kids go fishing too and they use the rods I already have" "Oh, Ok" says the wife, thinking what a great dad I am for taking the kids fishing. Everyone is happy. I get a new rod/reel, wife has a great husband and the kids get to go out on the boat. |
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overthehill |
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SammyN |
That's currently what I'm leaning towards. Thanks! |
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rdgbwca |
thegildedgopher: " +1 All my kids have transitioned to the Ugly Stik GX2 after moving up from the snoopy rod. I even had one of their reels repaired for the cost of shipping. GX2 is the most popular rod in my arsenal. As long as we are on the subject, I will just link this video. |
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mgraber |
thegildedgopher: "SammyN: "What model of shimano would you recommend? It looks like this elcheapo has good reviews My kids LOVED the trigger. You do not "pull it at the right time", You pick up the line and pull the trigger with the line between the trigger and your finger which holds the line. Release whenever you want, worked perfect every cast for many, many, many thousands of casts. I would probably have one if they offered it on the reels I use, makes for ultra precise casts. You line it up by reeling backwards to the stop and it is perfectly lined up. It saves time and gives you more casts per day, but you don't have instant anti reverse. |
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SammyN |
Savage Voyageur: "Your kids will figure out a spinning reel just fine. I would get an ugly stick and a Shimano reel. Take them out to a park and practice with a weight. Then after a couple of times they will be and expert. " What model of shimano would you recommend? It looks like this elcheapo has good reviews https://www.cabelas.com/product/SHIMANO-IX-SPIN/3057609.uts?slotId=0 Plus, it has the quick fire, which would probably help them with casting. |
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Aries |
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HowardSprague |
Daiwa Goldcasts are good reels. I’ve had one for 20 years and it’s been reliable. 12# northern from a Grumman, no prob. You could probably find one on eBay if price is an issue. But they are good reels. |
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SammyN |
I grew up on a Zebco 33, but current reviews on them is that that they are junk. Does anyone have any spincast recommendations? Or, should I skip the spincast and go right to a spinning rod? If so, any recommendations? I don't want to spend a lot on them because we are talking about 5 & 7 year olds. Thoughts? |
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thegildedgopher |
SammyN: "What model of shimano would you recommend? It looks like this elcheapo has good reviews old_salt: "I also like and use Shimano reels. I suggest stepping up to the Syncopate. These reels have reverseable handles. Be sure it’s set to their preference." As the owner of a Syncopate I would not recommend it. The "quickfire" thing was not my cup of tea at all, or my kid's. It's still a timing thing, they either need to pull that little plastic trigger at the right time, or let go of the line at the right time using a standard spinning reel. I'd skip the trigger. Also my syncopate does not have INSTANT anti-reverse which I consider a must-have -- especially for kids. It has anti-reverse, but it's a long ways from instant, quite a bit of play there. You have to be sure to back-reel to be sure the spool is tight before setting the hook. It's just another thing to go wrong in my opinion. I would strongly recommend starting with a Shimano Sienna in the $25-$30 price range if you're going to buy the reel separately. |
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CRL |
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Abbey |
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flytyer |
CRL: "How have the reels (Ugly Stik GX2 combo) been--workable or kind of cruddy? I've read some reviews and checked some out at Fleet Farm. Rods seemed decent, reels maybe ok. Have they worked well for those that have used them for some time My grandkids started with the Ugly Stik combos, spincast and spinning, comes with reel, small tackle tray and lures for about $30. I replaced the line. They learned well and the rods and reels are still working well after 8 years. |
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Zwater |
SammyN: ""Ugly Stik youth sized GX2 combo" +1 |