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Offline turt22

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Gander Mountain
« on: Nov 02, 2011, 11:51 PM »
Hey guys, i just picked up 2 guide series rods the other day they were on clearance for 24 bucks normally 40 figured id try them. Anyone ever use these before? how are they? i just got into ice fishing 2 years ago this is my 3rd year. Looking so forward to getting out there.
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Offline TType86

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Re: Gander Mountain
« Reply #1 on: Nov 03, 2011, 01:48 AM »
I had one few years ago but I broke it (my fault, stepped on it). They are great rods for the price imo. This comin from a guy who uses st croix rods.
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Offline mushroom_capd_1

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Re: Gander Mountain
« Reply #2 on: Nov 03, 2011, 05:07 AM »
I have a Gander tournament series and while the rod was decent, the reel was junk. It seemed ok at first, but after a few fish the drag took a dump and was basically junk after that. I would buy another of thier rods, but they can keep the reel. ;D
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Offline richstick

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Re: Gander Mountain
« Reply #3 on: Nov 03, 2011, 09:49 AM »
Their rods are actually very nice for the money - I have a couple I've retrofit the St. Croix springs onto and they are a nice rig.  I also have two Gander Tournament reels I've had good luck with, although I've read alot of guys saying they are junk - hopefully I'm lucky??
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Offline dewey123

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Re: Gander Mountain
« Reply #4 on: Nov 03, 2011, 10:25 AM »
i have 3 or 4 of their rods theyre holding up great ill buy more. I use cheap rod combos and these are my favorite rods to use that I own.
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Offline Rebelss

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Re: Gander Mountain
« Reply #5 on: Nov 03, 2011, 10:51 AM »
Really like their rods, but not their reels. Not the best quality, in fact, just returned one after I pulled it apart and saw the stamped pressed on gearing. I have many Guide Series soft water rods and have never had a problem with them.
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Offline bubbahide

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Re: Gander Mountain
« Reply #6 on: Nov 03, 2011, 01:33 PM »
I have been using gander mountain roads and reels for about 7 years now. They had there guide series on sale for 50% off. Picked up three new ones. On my older reels the chrome is pealing off. For the price you really can't beat it.
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Offline silvercreeker

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Re: Gander Mountain
« Reply #7 on: Nov 03, 2011, 06:23 PM »
I like my 24" UL.  Real soft.  Almost as nice as my high dollar rods.
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Offline jammer icecube

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Re: Gander Mountain
« Reply #8 on: Nov 03, 2011, 10:16 PM »
I purchased a combo last season on sale to try out while on a out of state trip and for the $ i was very pleased.
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Offline Gamedog1

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Re: Gander Mountain
« Reply #9 on: Nov 04, 2011, 09:00 AM »
I have many "good rods" but last year my "go to" rod was a 27" M/L Gander Mntn guide series rod mounted with a St. Croix spring tip. I love that rod! got another last year......just in case ;)
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