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Soaker with a spring sturgeon

Topic: Battery discussion instigated rod purchase  (Read 3320 times)

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Kyle M

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  • Date Registered: Jan 2012
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Since the SLA's get such good press I'm using my old batteries as backups, and spent my money on a Kokanee rod instead. Bet it works great on trout and shad as well. I'm not much of a consumer but this purchase feels good.


Mojo Jojo

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Gotta a new "fish Finder" batteries not included  ;D



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Way to go Kyle... when in doubt, buy a new fishing rod.  I like it.
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Ravensfan

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Awesome rod choice Kyle! I have a similar Okuma SST for salmon, and love it!
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I have the same model.  Great little rod that can handle a lot more than kokanee.  Put some nanofil on your reel and it will launch 1/8 oz spoons and spinners.


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Good choice. They are great rods, super sensitive and nice and noodley! Just in time for kokanee season too
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Kyle M

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Thanks guys. I can't wait to give it a try. I wonder if Merwin lake will clear up before the springers arrive. I'm not very patient.


 

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