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Old 01-20-2016, 12:33 PM
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I'm sure this has been discussed but I'm looking to get a new casting rod (7' MH) and was leaning towards a Duce freshwater series rod..anyone have experience with them or can make suggestions on another rod for under $200? Thanks.

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Old 01-20-2016, 01:44 PM
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i have 2 saltwater rods very nice rods. the freshwater are 40% off on there web site.
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Old 01-20-2016, 05:22 PM
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i have 2 saltwater rods very nice rods. the freshwater are 40% off on there web site.
that's what was so appetizing to me.
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Old 01-20-2016, 06:46 PM
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I've got a falcon low rider that I use for bass fishing and I like it a lot. I don't remember what they cost though


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Old 01-20-2016, 07:57 PM
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I've got a falcon low rider that I use for bass fishing and I like it a lot. I don't remember what they cost though


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My brother has a low rider and I like them, just wanna be different I guess. Besides I'm used to split cork now.

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Drpuldo has 4 Duckett rods for sale, together or seperate on this site, you won't find a better rod for the money IMO
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Old 01-20-2016, 09:39 PM
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Drpuldo has 4 Duckett rods for sale, together or seperate on this site, you won't find a better rod for the money IMO
I've tried the ghost and liked it except for the foam grips..never got to try the corked ducketts but I bet they're excellent.

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Old 01-21-2016, 09:32 AM
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I went with the Duce Freshwater. Thanks guys

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Ducketts have to be the way to go. I have several and love em all. Fished with several different brands but duckette is the best for the money


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Manley rods are 50% off right now.
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I just don't get it? I go to walmart and buy a $40 graphite rod that lasts me 10-12 years before I manage to break the eyes because i just don't even try to take good care of them.

I could see a pro guide spending $200 on a rod because it has to be bullet proof and gets used every day but for the average fisherman, you don't have to go in expecting it must cost over $100 for a fishing pole.

I use these and they are perfectly fine rods of high quality

do yourself a favor and try this rod out before you automatically decide the quality of a rod is all about how much money you spend on it http://www.walmart.com/ip/Halo-Fishi...Heavy/34769863

I use these in medium and medium light 6.6 ft and they are perfectly fine rods of high quality
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You have to spend at least $150, because it looks awesome with your Costas, Columbia shirt and Sperrys
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Not to mention sensativity and light weight.
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Whatever rod you get make sure you buy it at academy so you can run over it with your truck and swap it for a new one!
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You have to spend at least $150, because it looks awesome with your Costas, Columbia shirt and Sperrys

I don't like your tone


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I'm just deflecting. I wear them too
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I just don't get it? I go to walmart and buy a $40 graphite rod that lasts me 10-12 years before I manage to break the eyes because i just don't even try to take good care of them.

I could see a pro guide spending $200 on a rod because it has to be bullet proof and gets used every day but for the average fisherman, you don't have to go in expecting it must cost over $100 for a fishing pole.

I use these and they are perfectly fine rods of high quality

do yourself a favor and try this rod out before you automatically decide the quality of a rod is all about how much money you spend on it http://www.walmart.com/ip/Halo-Fishi...Heavy/34769863

I use these in medium and medium light 6.6 ft and they are perfectly fine rods of high quality
I agree with you.

I've yet to have anybody prove to me that they can catch more fish with their high dollar rods than I can with my Ugly Stik Inshore Select or Ugly Stik Elite rods that I bought for fifty bucks or less.

I think most fishing tackle is designed to catch fishermen moreso than catching fish. Being convinced a high dollar rod is somehow "better" than another rod is proof of good marketing not fishing production.
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Old 01-23-2016, 11:50 AM
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I just don't get it? I go to walmart and buy a $40 graphite rod that lasts me 10-12 years before I manage to break the eyes because i just don't even try to take good care of them.

I could see a pro guide spending $200 on a rod because it has to be bullet proof and gets used every day but for the average fisherman, you don't have to go in expecting it must cost over $100 for a fishing pole.

I use these and they are perfectly fine rods of high quality

do yourself a favor and try this rod out before you automatically decide the quality of a rod is all about how much money you spend on it http://www.walmart.com/ip/Halo-Fishi...Heavy/34769863

I use these in medium and medium light 6.6 ft and they are perfectly fine rods of high quality
Probably 15+ years ago, a fishing buddy told me about a rod he got at Academy. He said he had used it on a few trips and it was a great rod.... for $ 16.

I got one a few weeks later. This rod is a Classic Edition [I don't know if they are still made] 7' Medium light action. I have change 2 of the all metal eyes and still use the rod sometimes. It is still a very good rod.
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Old 01-24-2016, 07:55 PM
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I don't think anyone suggested that anyone HAD to spend the extra money on higher end rods. But for someone who does want to, or can, spend the extra bucks, there's are some benefits to the pricier options.

Generally, they weigh less. Lighter weight means more comfortable rods to fish with for longer periods of time.
Also, the pricier rods generally have better corrosion resistant components (guides and hardware).
Same can be said about reels also.

For me, I don't think that having nicer gear means i will automatically catch more fish. I just think it will make the owning, maintenance, and comfort of doing so a little easier. Just my two cents.

And good choice on the Duce rod. Good rod, good company, local business.
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Old 07-17-2016, 04:05 PM
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Probably 15+ years ago, a fishing buddy told me about a rod he got at Academy. He said he had used it on a few trips and it was a great rod.... for $ 16.

I got one a few weeks later. This rod is a Classic Edition [I don't know if they are still made] 7' Medium light action. I have change 2 of the all metal eyes and still use the rod sometimes. It is still a very good rod.
The crazy thing for us is how many rods/reels/etc we find at yard sales and flea markets for $20 or so... and the darned things LAST! So, when we break something we don't feel so bad
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