Gear Question

[ebomb]

Hey Guys and Gals,

I got a potential deal going on a saltwater setup and wanted to get some opinions. I am looking at a brand new Roddy Hunter reel (baitcaster / flyline)and rod. It looks like it is a bit low end but wanted more input.

Any information would be appreciated.

Thanks!

[Ricky-Ray]

The Roddy Reels are oversea's knock off's of the Penn's. I had one and when it froze up on me I took it to the shop and it was going to cost more to repair it than what I bought it for. The reel is now happily living out it's day's as a "spare parts" donor.

[flopps1]

Honestly, I'd look for something else. Lots of good quality reels out there. What's your budget and speices that you'll be targeting?

[HESBROS]

Try a Penn 500. They are built like tanks, rarely have problems, change your spool in seconds, they usually run 49-60 depending on where you go.

[Rubble]

Nowadays Roddy is just one-step above a Master .... :LOL:

[Nessie Hunter]

I would stay away from the low end as much as possible... They are mostly junk, sometimes you get a usable one, but not often....

Parts and service are a BIG factor also. No parts available and no one will even touch them for any kind of service.. So they are pretty much disposable at the first problem................







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[That Dang Guy]

You might try looking for some used gear. Although they may have boat rashes and aren't tip top comestically, internally most are fantastic still.

[HEMAN]

You might try looking for some used gear. Although they may have boat rashes and aren't tip top comestically, internally most are fantastic still.

that's what i did... cause it's gonna get beat up a little bit anyhow..

[ebomb]

Thanks for the input. I was going to give the rodder to my wife as a back up to her main rod and reel but I think I will keep looking. Thanks again for the advice.

Ebomb