I am trying to find something that will compliment the Shimano Spheros well for as little as possible without too much sacrifice.
75% of the time saltwater, the other times freshwater. General fish size 15-25 lb with occasional fish size 30-40 lb in same spot.
Looking for a spinning rod to pair this beauty with, any suggestions?
(I don't even think the ones listed can even handle 30-40 lb... will turn a 1 piece into a 2 piece in a split sec.)
Trying to keep the cost of the rod itself under $150 as much as possible.
Reel specs:
Shimano Spheros 4000FB $109.99 (@ BPS)
Gear Ratio: 5.1:1
Line Capacity: 10/200
Braid Capacity: 15/270
Ball Bearings: 3+1
Max Drag: 22 lbs
Recovery: 29.0"
Reel Weight (oz): 12.3
Rods I've seen locally that I think might work well with it:
All Star Rods AST Series 7' MH-F Freshwater Casting Rod 49.99 (Sale from 69.99 @ Academy)
Action: Fast
Power: Medium Heavy
Lure Weight: 3/8 - 1
Number of Guides: 8 plus tip
Line Weight: 12-25
or
Shimano Compre Bass Spinning Rods 109.99 (@ BPS)
7'2" Med Hvy
Action: Fast
Power: Medium Heavy
Line Weight: 5-30 lbs
Lure Weight: 3/16 - 5/8 oz
or
Shakespeare Ugly Stik Tiger Spinning Rods 62.99 (@ BPS)
7' Medium
Power: Medium
Line Weight: 20-50 lb
Lure Weight: 3/4 - 6 oz
