Do any adults use this pole? I keep reading about people who buy it for their kids/grandkids. Would it be fine for a casual fisher?
364628
This is a fairly inexpensive rod & reel that has proven itself over and over along the many years it has been available, so Yes, it works for just about any age group interested in casual fishing.
364629
I'm not sure exactly how my answer will help you but here it goes. First of all I feel Zebco fishing rods are a good quality rod, second of all I was not very impressed with the fishing rods made for children and the Zebco had a 5 foot rod (just perfect for my 3 yr old grandson), third he wanted a red fishing pole and finally my son-in-law who fishes a lot said it was a really good fishing pole. I think if you are only going to use it to just sit by the bank or on a pier to fish then it would be a good pole for you, but if your going to try and catch the really big fish, then go for a bigger and stronger pole. Good luck! I'm not sure exactly how my answer will help you but here it goes. First of all I feel Zebco fishing rods are a good quality rod, second of all I was not very impressed with the fishing rods made for children and the Zebco had a 5 foot rod (just perfect for my 3 yr old grandson), third he wanted a red fishing pole and finally my son-in-law who fishes a lot said it was a really good fishing pole. I think if you are only going to use it to just sit by the bank or on a pier to fish then it would be a good pole for you, but if your going to try and catch the really big fish, then go for a... » Read More I'm not sure exactly how my answer will help you but here it goes. First of all I feel Zebco fishing rods are a good quality rod, second of all I was not very impressed with the fishing rods made for children and the Zebco had a 5 foot rod (just perfect for my 3 yr old grandson), third he wanted a red fishing pole and finally my son-in-law who fishes a lot said it was a really good fishing pole. I think if you are only going to use it to just sit by the bank or on a pier to fish then it would be a good pole for you, but if your going to try and catch the really big fish, then go for a bigger and stronger pole. Good luck! « Show Less
364630
Would not be ok for an actual adult. Reel is flimsy and will not last a long time.
364631
I would say, after having seen the pole, that it would be perfectly adequate for the casual fisherman. I grew up with a dad who was an avid fisherman; this rod has everything that you need to catch fish! Hope that this helps.
1733308
I actually haven't used it for fishing yet, but you can just take off the attachment. It definitely is still a recurve so not accurate for hunting like a crossbow or compound but it is a fun challenge you get better at and I agree with John about the cradle. It would be better with a proper one. Can't wait for the spring/summer time to try the fishing part. Overall, it is still a fun and cheap recurve bow if you want to take it to a range.
1883003
My advice to you would be, find another pole to buy, this piece of trash didn't last one fishing trip. And the alert feature was useless.
680965
My husband got this reel for Christmas. I've been fishing since I was 8 and have had many reels over the years. Love this pole! Very sensitive and sturdy. I landed a 15 pound turtle without problem. I love the pink color and my kids think the lights are fun.
666089
not sure, sorry! We returned it because it was too long. It isn't good for fishing in a lake, I guess it is more for ocean fishing and if we ever do that...we will just have them provide the poles.
1161728
I use an Ugly Stick BWB1130 pole. It offers excellent strength but is flexible enough to easily feel bites while deep sea fishing.
464084
Our family went camping with another family last year. I bought my 5 yr old son one of these for the trip but we never got a chance to use it till after we were packed up ready to go home. After an entire weekend fishing, my neighbor had not caught one fish. He considers himself a professional fisherman going 3-5 days a week. While he was packing up his boat and gear, my son cast a couple times from the beach and on the 3rd cast he caught his first trout. Only fish of the weekend. He was very proud.
1222200
I would not use it for deep sea fishing. Being a two piece and a little light, it just won't hold up to big fish. It is okay for light pier and surf fishing.
1641193
I rather find a reel for this rod. The rod is $ 200 and reel 30 bucks. Thanks guys, I apprec your help, but it was just a test. I knew the answer. I'm done with ugly sticks. They were good 30 years ago. Can't wait for warmer weather. Lol.
1917873
I don't think this item was designed for such a young fisherkid, its a little expensive for a beginner and this combo is designed for an adult sized fisherman/woman. Shop around for better child sized specific combo, check them out
838439
Yes, I taught a 7 yr.old earlier in this fishing season. He got the hang of it with some coaching within several hours of pond fishing. He caught 2 bass and was "high hook" for the weekend. Unfortunately, I tried to use the outfit 2days ago and the face of the reel flies off with each cast now. I will be inquiring about returning it...
2102632
I didn't own mine long enough to give a qualified answer, but any sectional poles (I use an ultra-light one for spin-casting) aren't really going to be well geared for really large fish. I picked this up to throw in the back of the truck as a basic utility rod to use on whims rather than specific fishing trips. I accidentally broke the tip off pulling it out of the car. I only broke about an inch off and picked up a new tip at Cabela's and glued it on and it was no worse for wear. I emailed the company to see if they could send me an extra tip or two and said I was more than happy to pay for it as I'm infamous for bonehead moves like that. They sent me an apologetic letter saying that they don't have separate parts but would see what they could do. A few days later a whole rod kit (two piece instead of a take down) showed up in the mail! A few weeks later my dad stumbled on a more expensive orvis take-down with a smaller tube case, so I sent the Crystal River take-down to a friend of mine in Ukraine who said she had never tried fly casting before and the smaller rod was cheaper to ship than a 2 piece. (it still cost me over $50 to ship, but she enjoyed the gift)
1639812
Mainly i use this for bottom fishing but the tip is stiff but has good feel. the type of line you use effects the feel as well. with braided line i feel every bite, 60lb mono for trolling. great rod either way
902491
This is a convertible pole, so it can be used as either a fly fishing pole or a spinning pole. It depends on how it is going to be used. For a person just doing normal plunking, a spinning reel is the best. I recommend the Shomano brand. If the person you are giving it to is a fly fisher it is a little more difficult, because you will need to buy special line depending on whether they are a dry fly or wet fly fisher Floating if they are dry fly fishing, sinking or sinking tip if they are wet fly fishing.For the spinning reel you just need to buy some good monofilament line.
167986
This is a heavyweight pole with a below average reel. I like the pole as a class for medium sharking, 5-7 footers. It has alot of backbone for a surf type pole. But the reel is light for its size and might be okay for flounder seatrout etc. Hope this helps.
621178
Yes, I got this rod a month ago and for the price it is the best you can get. Sure if you get some higher end rod with a reel that glides it might be easier for the inexperienced, but for a $15 rod this is #1.
1071056
The rods are designed for dipsy divers which create alot of force. But they could be used for casting but the reel is primarily used for trolling. I would look for a bait caster reel if you are doing regular fishing. I catch 20lb plus salmon on theseway poles with ease. Anything smaller i would go with a lighter/shorter rod.