snake 1 Posted November 27, 2010 Report Share Posted November 27, 2010 was checking out the wilson live fibre rods in a tackle store yesterday and they look quite good,I want a decent rod for snapper on soft plastics and was wondering if anyone had any thoughts on these rods or maybe suggest a better rod for the job, willing too pay between $200-$300 bucks and would appreciate any advice from people regarding whats best suited for this style of snapper fishing...will be using a diawa 4000 with 25lb braid cheers snake Quote Link to post Share on other sites
urhookedfish 12 Posted November 27, 2010 Report Share Posted November 27, 2010 was checking out the wilson live fibre rods in a tackle store yesterday and they look quite good' date='I want a decent rod for snapper on soft plastics and was wondering if anyone had any thoughts on these rods or maybe suggest a better rod for the job, willing too pay between $200-$300 bucks and would appreciate any advice from people regarding whats best suited for this style of snapper fishing...will be using a diawa 4000 with 25lb braid cheers snake[/quote']The Berkley Diablo in 6-10kg is an awesome soft plastics stick. This rod cost $269 I belive. (dont quote me on that)The BSR802 that Shauno just sold is pretty dam nice too but is #$339 from memory.I run only 20lb braid on my 4000 but nothing wrong wtih 25lb.You could also look at getting a second hand Luvias. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
brenton 637 Posted November 28, 2010 Report Share Posted November 28, 2010 I was checking out the Wilson rods a couple of weeks ago myself and when i picked up the 7fter it seemed perfect for S/P snapper so i'd go with that.I use a Daiwa Coastal or 4-6 kg Catana myself but i haven't donged a good one on S/P yet either. cheers brenton Quote Link to post Share on other sites
rangfish 1 Posted November 28, 2010 Report Share Posted November 28, 2010 G'day Snake, Whilst i'm not a snapper fisho myself, I do know that Pfleuger makes some excellent rods and so does Shimano. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Softy 2,991 Posted November 28, 2010 Report Share Posted November 28, 2010 Pfluger make some AWESOME rods, dunno about those Shimano's tho.......... Quote Link to post Share on other sites
snake 1 Posted November 28, 2010 Author Report Share Posted November 28, 2010 Pfluger make some AWESOME rods' date=' dunno about those Shimano's tho..........[/quote'] i agree,i have a couple of pfluger rods for the bream and reckon there the best i've ever owned. Will check out all rods mentioned above but like brenton,I was quite impressed with the wilson live fibre rods. Maybe someone who builds their own custom rods could build what i need and could do with some extra cash. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
USSR 0 Posted November 28, 2010 Report Share Posted November 28, 2010 I have 3 Live fibres,and I love 'em all 2 are "off the rack".......an 8' o/h rated 8/10kg,and a 7' o/h LBG 15/24kg.The third is a 5'6" stroker 24/37kg that I had built at South Oz Rods a number of years back.That's a stump puller,and has done a lot of work on heavyweights,and is still as nice as the day it was built.There's obviously a lot of great rods around from other makers,but they are bloody good rods,especially for the $$$$ snake 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
snake 1 Posted November 28, 2010 Author Report Share Posted November 28, 2010 I have 3 Live fibres' date='and I love 'em all [/quote'] i've had a few rods in the past, most are crap ,but i've liked a few as well, light to hold,nice too cast but too be honest i've never felt the love and goddam it I WANT THE LOVE!!! If a crazy vodka lovin russian can feel the love of not just one but all THREE rods in his harem well dammit thats the rod for me!! Wilson live fibre rods i hope this will be the beginning of a beautiful relationship!!! thanx mr.USSR u convinced me!! p.s. but be warned USSR, if i catch u doin unspeakle things to my new rod while i'm at work there will be Russian dancing bear blood spilt on USSR streets! cheers snake Quote Link to post Share on other sites
snake 1 Posted November 28, 2010 Author Report Share Posted November 28, 2010 jesus! gotta stop goin too the pub for lunch and then come home and post crazy rants like the one above!! sorry USSR.... we need delete buttons i reckon Quote Link to post Share on other sites
urhookedfish 12 Posted November 28, 2010 Report Share Posted November 28, 2010 You should hear me rant after a beer and a snitty!!:woohoo: But most of the time Im ranting about the Parmi itself. Gold I love those f@#@&rs!!:S :woohoo: Was definately and interesting read snake:lol: All good though ...especially the bit about the dancing bears...LOL :whistle: snake 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
USSR 0 Posted November 28, 2010 Report Share Posted November 28, 2010 Must say I enjoyed reading it too.........lolGood rods as well! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
rooboy123 9 Posted November 29, 2010 Report Share Posted November 29, 2010 Ha ha ha. Read that post sober, loved it!! Read it again after a few tonight, loved it more. Spilt dancing bear blood will crack me up every time. Think the live fibres are on for a good price at the moment. Dont have one, but have only heard really good things. my uncle has one and bloody loves it Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Del 245 Posted November 29, 2010 Report Share Posted November 29, 2010 have checked a few out in the last year or so.. def look like a worth additive to the arsenal!good luck on your purchase and make sure you post the christening fish! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
snake 1 Posted November 29, 2010 Author Report Share Posted November 29, 2010 well it was a restless nights sleep last night because today was the day too head down to the tackle shop and purchase my new wilson live fibre rod and i am happy too inform you all that i am now the proud owner of a [insert drum roll].....diawa 7'6" catalina 762MH!! awesome rod!! dont get me wrong the wilson l/v is a great rod but for only $30 extra the quality of this rod made choosing the catalina easy... p.s. mmm, was that the sound of russian dancing bears breathing a sigh of relief? indeed it is USSR!! cheers snake Quote Link to post Share on other sites
USSR 0 Posted November 29, 2010 Report Share Posted November 29, 2010 Sounds like a nice purchase there snake The bears will be just fine...... Quote Link to post Share on other sites
thefunkychicken 0 Posted November 29, 2010 Report Share Posted November 29, 2010 Nice buy!You'll be hard pressed to find a better quality bit of gear for the price.Well done. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
macka17 0 Posted November 30, 2010 Report Share Posted November 30, 2010 Hi.I've got a few Live Fibres. Mainly strokers and 7 ft 15\24 for rocks.Also a lovely little 5 ft 8 6kg Classic Barra. Which I use with a Daiwa SW 102 (For Barra with 30lb braid)Magic little stick.As a stroker type you won't get much better off the shelf.But they no good for Jigging. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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