Mickyj 3,194 Posted November 9, 2022 Report Share Posted November 9, 2022 Now I am using again my first lure flicking rod a Daiwa Arid 6ft 10 1-3 kilo rod works well . I’m told I’m getting a gift card for Xmas so I’ll use it and pay the rest I’m looking for a rod 7ft 1-3 kilo no heavier any ideas and not $600 worth either . I had a dream many years ago bigger fish on lighter gear . I was sold a rod near that but not as good as the old arid rod . Any clues guys Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Kuerschie 2,309 Posted November 10, 2022 Report Share Posted November 10, 2022 Samaki Zing Gen 3 2-6lb 7’0” Savage Gear Black Savage 1-3kg 6’6” Daiwa Tierra 702LXS 1.5-3kg 7’0” Atomic ArrowZ Estuary 2-6lb 7’0” All of these four rods will suit your style of lure flicking. All graphite, lightweight etc and mid-range price point. Softy and Mickyj 2 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Mickyj 3,194 Posted November 10, 2022 Author Report Share Posted November 10, 2022 7 hours ago, Kuerschie said: Samaki Zing Gen 3 2-6lb 7’0” Savage Gear Black Savage 1-3kg 6’6” Daiwa Tierra 702LXS 1.5-3kg 7’0” Atomic ArrowZ Estuary 2-6lb 7’0” All of these four rods will suit your style of lure flicking. All graphite, lightweight etc and mid-range price point. Thanks 2 are to heavy for my needs I have 2-4 kilo rods as well . I somehow like the 1-3 kilo arid rod . Once I’m ready I’ll have to check them out I never buy a rod without seeing it thanks again Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Softy 2,991 Posted November 10, 2022 Report Share Posted November 10, 2022 What two are too heavy? 6LB is only 2.7kg Mickyj 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Mickyj 3,194 Posted November 10, 2022 Author Report Share Posted November 10, 2022 1 hour ago, Softy said: What two are too heavy? 6LB is only 2.7kg I want a rod that says 1-3 kilos on it same as the Daiwa Arid I’ve had for 10-11 years stopped using it went to 2-4 kilos . I want a light weight rod that says on it 1-3 kilo they seem whipper than 2-4 kilo rods I own . hope that explains it I want to land bigger fish on a 1-3 kilo rod using light weights lines currently using diawa J8 braid with 4 lb fluorocarbon leader and it works great on the Daiwa aird 1-3 kilo rod Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Kuerschie 2,309 Posted November 10, 2022 Report Share Posted November 10, 2022 The rods state 2-6lb rating which converts to roughly 0.9kg-2.7kg. Which will be exactly like a rod that states a 1-3kg rating. Some companies prefer to put their ratings in pounds (lb.) because most commonly, fishing line is rated in pounds (lb.) so it makes it easier for the angler. Mickyj 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Mickyj 3,194 Posted November 10, 2022 Author Report Share Posted November 10, 2022 7 minutes ago, Kuerschie said: The rods state 2-6lb rating which converts to roughly 0.9kg-2.7kg. Which will be exactly like a rod that states a 1-3kg rating. Some companies prefer to put their ratings in pounds (lb.) because most commonly, fishing line is rated in pounds (lb.) so it makes it easier for the angler. Ok I can’t take a picture of what the Aird rod says model number 662LFS-DA 6’6”lure 2-8 kilos line 1-3 kilos That’s the type of new rod I’m after maybe a little taller at 7 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Mickyj 3,194 Posted November 11, 2022 Author Report Share Posted November 11, 2022 What I may do when I drop my daughter off at work tomorrow I’ll call in and check out some rods at a tackle store I can drive past . So I get a better idea Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Soobz 557 Posted November 11, 2022 Report Share Posted November 11, 2022 That Tierra would probably suit you best, LXS= L = Light X = eXtra Fast action S = Spin ie a whippy light tip but more guts near the handle. I've landed 50cm salmon on it but it's light enough in the tip to feel tiny bites. Mickyj 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Mickyj 3,194 Posted November 11, 2022 Author Report Share Posted November 11, 2022 13 minutes ago, Soobz said: That Tierra would probably suit you best, LXS= L = Light X = eXtra Fast action S = Spin ie a whippy light tip but more guts near the handle. I've landed 50cm salmon on it but it's light enough in the tip to feel tiny bites. Thanks Soobz I can’t get to look today but I’ll remember this one sounds great Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Meppstas 4,956 Posted November 11, 2022 Report Share Posted November 11, 2022 I'm using the new TTR Red Belly Fast action, ultra light 7' 2 piece 1-3kg rod for trout fishing the larger rivers and found it to be a beautifully well balanced rod. Features of the Red Belly Series include premium 30T Toray carbon blanks with fast and responsive actions, Fuji Tangle Free K Guides with Alconite rings, Fuji reel seat and split hard EVA grips. Premium components, power and performance at an incredible price. Available in both 1 and 2-piece models Premium 30T Toray carbon blanks Fast and responsive actions Fuji Tangle Free K Guides with Alconite rings Fuji reel seat and split hard EVA grips TT Rods come with a 1 Year Warranty against manufacturer defect (Proof of purchase required). keenfisho and Mickyj 2 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Mickyj 3,194 Posted November 11, 2022 Author Report Share Posted November 11, 2022 5 minutes ago, Meppstas said: I'm using the new TTR Red Belly Fast action, ultra light 7' 2 piece 1-3kg rod for trout fishing the larger rivers and found it to be a beautifully well balanced rod. Features of the Red Belly Series include premium 30T Toray carbon blanks with fast and responsive actions, Fuji Tangle Free K Guides with Alconite rings, Fuji reel seat and split hard EVA grips. Premium components, power and performance at an incredible price. Available in both 1 and 2-piece models Premium 30T Toray carbon blanks Fast and responsive actions Fuji Tangle Free K Guides with Alconite rings Fuji reel seat and split hard EVA grips TT Rods come with a 1 Year Warranty against manufacturer defect (Proof of purchase required). Thanks Adrian something to ponder looks great Meppstas 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Meppstas 4,956 Posted November 11, 2022 Report Share Posted November 11, 2022 It's a great lightweight rod Micky, my arms are never tired after three hours of continued casting light weight lures in the rivers.. actually the fishing video that I just put on the site is one that I used the Red Belly rod on.. cheers Adrian Mickyj 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Mickyj 3,194 Posted November 12, 2022 Author Report Share Posted November 12, 2022 5 minutes ago, Meppstas said: It's a great lightweight rod Micky, my arms are never tired after three hours of continued casting light weight lures in the rivers.. actually the fishing video that I just put on the site is one that I used the Red Belly rod on.. cheers Adrian Thanks Adrian whichever rod I get is my Xmas present family giving me a gift card tackle shop have given me $10 off a $100 purchase . I’ll look at this rod and the other one Meppstas 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
HB tragic 743 Posted November 13, 2022 Report Share Posted November 13, 2022 Hi Micky. If you were prepared to go secondhand check the local Adelaide TackleBox secondhand site. Every now and then a great rod comes up at an even greater price. Regards, HBt. Mickyj and Meppstas 2 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Mickyj 3,194 Posted November 13, 2022 Author Report Share Posted November 13, 2022 3 minutes ago, HB tragic said: Hi Micky. If you were prepared to go secondhand check the local Adelaide TackleBox secondhand site. Every now and then a great rod comes up at an even greater price. Regards, HBt. Thanks HB I’ll keep that in mind Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Mickyj 3,194 Posted November 19, 2022 Author Report Share Posted November 19, 2022 On 10/11/2022 at 9:35 PM, Kuerschie said: Samaki Zing Gen 3 2-6lb 7’0” Savage Gear Black Savage 1-3kg 6’6” Daiwa Tierra 702LXS 1.5-3kg 7’0” Atomic ArrowZ Estuary 2-6lb 7’0” All of these four rods will suit your style of lure flicking. All graphite, lightweight etc and mid-range price point. Ok I looked at 2 Samaki rods saw the zing one second but liked the 6ft 10 samaki can’t recall the name now but I liked the lightness Quote Link to post Share on other sites
lofty64 1,309 Posted November 19, 2022 Report Share Posted November 19, 2022 Hi Micky , I have a Savage 6'6 1-3 , which I use for KGW , great rod , light and have pulled 52cm KGW , my PB , but handled it no worries . Mickyj and Meppstas 2 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Mickyj 3,194 Posted November 19, 2022 Author Report Share Posted November 19, 2022 20 minutes ago, lofty64 said: Hi Micky , I have a Savage 6'6 1-3 , which I use for KGW , great rod , light and have pulled 52cm KGW , my PB , but handled it no worries . Thanks lofty I’ll keep an eye open for it . Was drooling over todays rod Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Mickyj 3,194 Posted January 1, 2023 Author Report Share Posted January 1, 2023 Ok I’ve bought a Samaki Zing generation 3 it’s not the 1-3 kilo when you convert from pounds to kilo I believe it’s 1-2 kilo only 6ft 10 but longer than the aird rod I’ve been favouring . So tomorrow I’ll give it a flick . It does feel really great . Guess seeing it’s my birthday this month an early birthday present Des 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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