Rod Lengths and Actions

[LouisianaLonghorn]

I am in need of some SaltyCajun advice. I've mostly fished freshwater for many years, but in the last three or four years I have begun to venture more regularly into the salt...I am wanting to get some tackle (rods and reels) that are more specifically suited to inshore fishing. I was wondering what rod lengths and actions do y'all use mostly? I was thinking from what I have seen it's usually medium to medium-light...is that right? I have fished Big Lake numerous times and also Grand Isle and Hopedale...just so you kind of have an idea of the type of fishing that I do.

Any tips would be greatly appreciated....LL

[inchspinner]

7' ers med-med light fast action is my preference as well as alot on here. More will chime in soon. Welcome to salty cajun.

[SULPHITE]

Originally Posted by inchspinner

7' ers med-med light fast action is my preference as well as alot on here.

good all around saltwater rod

...do not want a stiff rod for trout's soft mouth. Redfish...med action or so...you need a little more backbone.

[SaltERedneck]

6'9 - 7' med/fast action.

[Lake Chuck Duck]

Originally Posted by inchspinner

7' ers med-med light fast action is my preference as well as alot on here. More will chime in soon. Welcome to salty cajun.

Dude's been a member longer than you lol

What these guys are saying is what you need.

[inchspinner]

My bad LCD.....you the man for pointing that out....lol.

[Montauk17]

I like medium action with a slow tip.

[Lake Chuck Duck]

Originally Posted by inchspinner

My bad LCD.....you the man for pointing that out....lol.

Didnt mean to call you out buddy

[meaux fishing]

I use a 6'6" med fast tip for topwaters and a 7' med or med light for everything ele. One of my favorite trout rods I have is a St Croix crankbait rod. It is a 7' medium I think but has a pretty fast tip and alot of backbone

edit: I just went look it says moderate action

[RigRatNoMeaux]

We at Duce Rods can set you up with rods and reels. We have 6'8" and 7' in med light, medium, and med heavy. Our med light has a total weight of 3.5oz. We also carry lews reels. My experience with lews has been great! I am currently testing how long they will last with out rinsing or oiling them. So far 8 months and they are still like they are out of the box. If you have any questions feel free to give me a call at any time. 337-458-0142

[Hot Sauce]

I just got a new rod reel setup and it's a good balance for specks and reds...curado on 6'6" st. croix - Med/Fast...i prefer 6'6" over 7', personally, but i kayak fish and it's easier to handle in small boat

(breaking in the new rod)

[LouisianaLonghorn]

Thanks everybody...I appreciate the input. I have looked at the Falcon Coastal series but wasn't completely sold. I would like to look at the Duce Rods to.

On another subject, how does everyone feel about Haynie Boats? Just kidding...I've have been a member long enough to not wanna get into that again!!

[inchspinner]

Originally Posted by Lake Chuck Duck

Didnt mean to call you out buddy

I know you werent, of you were id slap with one of samiches sheephead wall hangers lol.

[mcjaredsandwich]

Hahaha

[RigRatNoMeaux]

Originally Posted by LouisianaLonghorn

Thanks everybody...I appreciate the input. I have looked at the Falcon Coastal series but wasn't completely sold. I would like to look at the Duce Rods to.

On another subject, how does everyone feel about Haynie Boats? Just kidding...I've have been a member long enough to not wanna get into that again!!

Majek 25+ extreme!!!

[Lake Chuck Duck]

Originally Posted by inchspinner

I know you werent, of you were id slap with one of samiches sheephead wall hangers lol.

Hahaha he got plenty to choose from.