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Offline swampbuck8

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which rod for pike?
« on: Dec 30, 2010, 07:01 AM »
Im gonna buy a tipup that uses a rodand reel to fight the pike. wondering which size pole would be best to get. thanks
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Offline pikePERSUADER1

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Re: which rod for pike?
« Reply #1 on: Dec 30, 2010, 08:56 AM »
i'd use one thats a bit longer and make sure it has a stiff backbone!
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Offline Boydric

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Re: which rod for pike?
« Reply #2 on: Dec 30, 2010, 09:21 AM »
I believe that for that type of tip up you will want a fiberglass blank not a carbon blank.  The carbon ones can break I believe.  You may want to do a little research into this. 
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Offline Reel Force

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Re: which rod for pike?
« Reply #3 on: Dec 30, 2010, 09:33 AM »
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Re: which rod for pike?
« Reply #4 on: Dec 30, 2010, 10:05 AM »
I use the automatic fisherman, I use it more as a rod holder for a deadstick then I do as a slammer.

I have an Okuma ice rod that I use on this set-up, it is fairly stiff with good backbone
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Offline Reel Force

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Re: which rod for pike?
« Reply #5 on: Dec 30, 2010, 07:09 PM »
I "ooopsed" ...

forgot to add the online store link... but this is the rod I use...

Automatic Fisherman™ Medium Heavy Solid Fiberglass 33" Rod
This rod features 7 stainless steel guides and a twist lock handle.
It's extremely strong and is great for deep water and big fish.   $10

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