However, if you never plan on targeting anything larger than trout and small freshwater bass or small inshore saltwater species (about 1 to 4 pounds), you can get away with the ultra-light version of the Ugly Stik GX2 and a smaller BG reel (size 2500 or less) and save a few bucks. (Daiwa’s 1500–2500 models are ideal for small trout streams but can also handle light inshore fishing for spotted seatrout and flounder, while the larger 50 models will handle larger inshore species and perhaps even small tuna and dolphinfish.) Spending less means losing out on long-term durability spending more means you’re paying for features designed for specific kinds of fishing, or lighter-weight materials that are nice to have but unnecessary for a general-purpose fishing setup. Rod response and recovery are noticeably improved and overall rod balance shifts that much closer to the handle.The Daiwa BG and medium or medium-heavy Ugly Stik GX2 combination is more versatile and durable than anything else in the same price range. By reducing guide size near the tip of the rod, weight is reduced in this critical area and more of the imparted energy can be used for casting rather than starting and stopping the rod.

Rods can benefit from the use of the New Guide Concept. There are a total of ten models available in lengths of 6’6”, 7’, and 7’6”. Weighing in at a mere 3.5 oz – 4.3 oz, Star Rods has set the new standard as the premier inshore fishing rod. Top quality cork split grips further reduce weight.

The Fuji® K-Series Tangle-Free guides with Alconite rings are lightweight and shed tangles that occur while using today’s popular braided lines. Fuji’s® SK2 split reel seat gives increased sensitivity while reducing weight. Only top quality Fuji® components are used on the fast taper, high-modulus specially processed graphite blank. Seagis inshore rod series from Star Rods incorporates the latest component technology to create an ultra-lightweight inshore rod with superior sensitivity.

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