Is this this a good deal?

[Gregorym38]

Found a used st croix rod, selling it for 60. I just got a new bait caster reel, but no rod. So would this work well? Want it to work for multispecies, but predominately bass and pike. 

[scbassin]

Need more Info on the rod.

[Gregorym38]

2 minutes ago, scbassin said:

Need more Info on the rod.

What else do you need to know??

[Darth-Baiter]

1 minute ago, Gregorym38 said:

What else do you need to know??

 another picture with a closeup on the model number;  I bet these guys can tell you what day they made the rod? 

 

in general St Croix makes a lot of different rods.  

[Gregorym38]

Its a 7’6” medium power moderate action

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do you know if thd reel is any good?

[Jar11591]

Model or model number isn’t visible. May be a good deal if the guides are in good shape. The cork that is visible looks to be in decent. A 7’6” medium/moderate isn’t the best all-purpose rod but will shine in some applications. 

[Gregorym38]

1 minute ago, Jar11591 said:

Model or model number isn’t visible. May be a good deal if the guides are in good shape. The cork that is visible looks to be in decent. A 7’6” medium/moderate isn’t the best all-purpose rod but will shine in some applications. 

This would be my only baitcaster rod, should i find something else? And i dont think he listed the model number in his pics, assuming all guides are in good shape and whatnot, is this a good all around rod? 

[Jar11591]

Just now, Gregorym38 said:

This would be my only baitcaster rod, should i find something else? And i dont think he listed the model number in his pics, assuming all guides are in good shape and whatnot, is this a good all around rod? 

Looks like that model retails for $150-$200, so $60 if the guides are still in good shape seems like a good deal. 
 

As far as being an all around rod, this model isn’t ideal. Something 6’10” to 7’ and medium heavy with a fast tip is generally the best option for an all purpose rod. Spinnerbaits, Texas rigs, jigs, topwater trebles and frogs can all be fished on a 7’ MH-F, but these techniques won’t be as suited for a 7’6” M-M. 

[Dwight Hottle]

It will be a good rod for treble hook baits up to 3/4 oz. & for live bait applications. Its not ideal for single hook baits but will work especially if you use braid.  

[GReb]

I would pass. 

[fin]

I might be mistaken, but that reel looks like one I found at the lake. The kindest thing I can say is that it was not a very good reel, and that “ez cast” system made it harder to cast, IMO. I threw the one I found away, and it was brand new.

 

If you’re just starting off with baitcasters and have no experience, I would suggest holding onto that $60 and look for a good combo deal. Lots of people on here are willing to help you find something, it just takes a little time and research.

[Gregorym38]

6 minutes ago, fin said:

I might be mistaken, but that reel looks like one I found at the lake. The kindest thing I can say is that it was not a very good reel, and that “ez cast” system made it harder to cast, IMO. I threw the one I found away, and it was brand new.

 

If you’re just starting off with baitcasters and have no experience, I would suggest holding onto that $60 and look for a good combo deal. Lots of people on here are willing to help you find something, it just takes a little time and research.

Dang! I got it for free. My friend bought the combo and snapped the rod, so he gave me the reel. Anyone know of any good combos then? I dont need anything too fancy, just something good to learn on

[Deleted account]

A 7'6" med moderate rod is not a versatile rod, but maybe it's perfect for what you will be using it for, the only person who knows is....

[fin]

19 minutes ago, Gregorym38 said:

Dang! I got it for free. My friend bought the combo and snapped the rod, so he gave me the reel. Anyone know of any good combos then? I dont need anything too fancy, just something good to learn on

You’d probably get better response if you start a new post in the "Fishing Rods, Reels, Line, and Knots" forum with a title something like “Recommend starter baitcaster combo under $100?” Many people won’t read this far down in a post if it doesn’t interest them.

[fishballer06]

That's a decent deal for that rod, but it is not a practical length nor action for an all purpose rod at all. My advice would be that you pass on that deal. 

[scbassin]

I would pass also. For a multi-purpose rod I would get a 6'10"  M/H 3 power rod with a 10 to 17 LB line wt. & a 1/4 to 3/4oz lure wt. Or a 7' Heavy 4 power rod with a 10 to 20 lb line wt. & a 1/4 to a 1 oz. lure wt.  either of these rods would be a excellent choice for what you want to use it for. Since you are just starting I would lean toward the M/H rod. I would keep the reel & ask you friend if he has any paper work on the reel or has ever set it up. If not go to the manufactures site & do some research.   

[SC53]

Tide master was actually their saltwater  inshore series. I don’t think they have made them in awhile but could be wrong. 
Still a St. Croix but will have a different action than the bass version. 

[casts_by_fly]

55 minutes ago, SC53 said:

Tide master was actually their saltwater  inshore series. I don’t think they have made them in awhile but could be wrong. 
Still a St. Croix but will have a different action than the bass version. 

this is correct. I believe it is the sc2 graphite which was towards the lower end of the scale.  That particular rod was designed as a lighter inshore baitcaster for redfish and trout. It’s got a good bit of bend to it and wouldn’t be ideal for most uses. It would be half decent as a crankbait rod but I would pass for what you’re doing and find a basic 6’6”-7’ medium heavy for that $60. 

[fin]

1 hour ago, scbassin said:

I would keep the reel & ask you friend if he has any paper work on the reel or has ever set it up. If not go to the manufactures site & do some research.   

 

It's part of a $50 Abu Garcia combo that sometimes sells as low as $25. I don't think it is sold separately and I don't think there is any paperwork or even parts diagrams available. Trying to learn with a baitcaster of this caliber is ...not wise.

[SC53]

5 minutes ago, casts_by_fly said:

this is correct. I believe it is the sc2 graphite which was towards the lower end of the scale.  That particular rod was designed as a lighter inshore baitcaster for redfish and trout. It’s got a good bit of bend to it and wouldn’t be ideal for most uses. It would be half decent as a crankbait rod but I would pass for what you’re doing and find a basic 6’6”-7’ medium heavy for that $60. 

Agree

[new2BC4bass]

1 hour ago, scbassin said:

I would pass also. For a multi-purpose rod I would get a 6'10"  M/H 3 power rod with a 10 to 17 LB line wt. & a 1/4 to 3/4oz lure wt. Or a 7' Heavy 4 power rod with a 10 to 20 lb line wt. & a 1/4 to a 1 oz. lure wt.  either of these rods would be a excellent choice for what you want to use it for. Since you are just starting I would lean toward the M/H rod. I would keep the reel & ask you friend if he has any paper work on the reel or has ever set it up. If not go to the manufactures site & do some research.   

I assume you are referring to Dobyns rods as I have 11 MHF rods from various brands rated 1/4-1 oz.  Heck, I have 2 Fenwick MF rods rated 1/4-1 oz.

[WRB]

Every thing you need to know is clearly on the rod photos the op attached. As stated above it’s a Tidemaster/TC76MM, SC Graphite, 8-17 lb line, 1/4-5/8 oz lures, for inshore use.

Should be a good crankbait, spinner bait, chatter bait rod for bass and pike.

The cork needs some work, no photos of the guides. Used rod $60 is about right, not a bargain.

Tom

[Cbump]

I’m not trying to be rude but that reel is junk. I bought one for my son a few years back and we took It back almost immediately. 

[casts_by_fly]

I was browsing TW tonight and the clearance section. They have an Abu Vendetta medium for $60 and free shipping.  It is a 1/4-5/8 6’6”.  I’ve felt that rod before and it will fish heavier than that. For the places that your fishing and the lures you’re throwing, a 1/4-5/8 would serve you well.  For another $20 you could bump up to the Veritas 7’ with the same spec which would do well also. 

[roadwarrior]

19 hours ago, Dwight Hottle said:

It will be a good rod for treble hook baits up to 3/4 oz. & for live bait applications. Its not ideal for single hook baits but will work especially if you use braid.  

Not an "all-around" rod.