Would this rod be suitable for trolling Lake Erie and Lake Ontario for Muskie and Salmon?
73929
I don't know, we just used it fishing in a lake, catching bass and catfish. For that it worked great. I bought the 6'
73930
its a great little rod but it probably couldn't take anything heavier than 6 pounds and its a little stiff but a great value, fun rod. i bought the smallest version.
73931
Possibly the longest version would have the heft....but the boat will have to do some of the work landing anything over 20 lbs.
1100744
I currently have a spinning reel attached to this rod. Although I have not yet tried it out, I do believe you could use a casting reel. The rod is primarily meant for deep sea fishing using trolling reels.
1523189
Yes it is a good mobile fishing rod for lakes, creeks, or any place you see might have a bass or catfish in it. I would not use it in salt water for larger fish though. I have had no problems with it in the lakes I have fished and caught several bass, crappie, and catfish on it.
88586
Yes, but not through this panel. The trolling motor usually needs a 50 amp service, these are 10 amp max each switch. On my Jon boat, I use the Bigfoot Trolling Motor Switch - Amazon.com‎
2103192
I've used it solely as a boat rod but I'm sure it would work well as a surf rod. I usually prefer a longer rod for surf fishing.
1163666
I haven't used it in any of these applications, but I think it could be used for all these except for Bass. The rod may be too big for catching Bass.
1781133
Have used in saltwater but with lighter lures. Most of my use has been freshwater for muskellunge. Deals with 20 to 30 lb fish effectively. My lure of choice is virtually always on the lighter side and does not include the traditional large Muskie baits.
1237792
Yea I don't see why you wouldn't be able to use a low profile baitcaster on it or for saltwater, if anything I would use it in the bays going for spotted bay bass or calicos, I wouldn't bring it on a half day boat tho. t's on the heavy side of medium compared to other medium power rods I have and had in the past. fast action to extra fast I would say. I hope this helps
975796
For the salmon we troll around are area they are relatively small like 24lbs being very good size anymore. But i think if u step up to maybe the med/hvy, or med u should be ok. Great rod! Been using for a couple years now.
1656433
I use my St Croix Triumph spinning rod fishing for perch out on lake erie! The rod is very senitive. You can feel the perch when they just mouth the bait.lift the rod and you have your fish.also very strong when you hook a sheephead!
472044
I would guess it depends on the size of the rods. Since I am a salmon fisherman, it definitely wouldn't work for me. Overall, I would not advise it.
2063765
Being a 5wt rod I would go with something heavier for steelhead and salmon but wild water does make a bigger combo kit
1008720
It will handle just fine but the drag wont last long with those drag burner fish . If you can afford a boat and fish for Mahi and triper , you should beef up you tackle
1226706
You can cast this reel but it is best used to troll for larger fish, as I do for salmon out of Humboldt Bay in Eureka California. I own three of these reels and find them durable and a great bargain for the price. I have owned them going on four seasons without a problem. Keep them oiled and release the drag over the winter and these should last a long time.
568796
No, it is too light of a rod. Offshore trolling requires a rod with more backbone. Need a heavy action, possibly down rigger style.
1304594
I would say yes I have a daiwoo electric 750 on it which in not small. I enjoy the rod for halibut fishing.
562874
It would help if I knew what type boat the trolling motor is going on, aluminum, fiberglass, and will this boat be used in a lake or in a river where water is swift?