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BLC 83/40 replacement rod for GT fishing

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Ben Yeo:
Hi Guys,

I have a BLC 83/40 which I love for working the Gamma 120 & 140, a TBL 80/40 (latest acquisition) to handle the Gamma 160 & 200 (previously tasked to my DJ 83 MH).
Although I have landed GTs up to 30+kgs on the BLC, I understand that it not really a GT rod.

So in looking for a replacement for my BLC 83/40, would the EP 83/38 be a good candidate?
It would be used only for stickbaits (namely Gammas) in the 120 - 140 gram range.

Cheers

 

Trevor Skinner:
Ben,

Have a look at the thread I initiated on 'Carpenter: TBL vs EP' and the excellent advice that I received. It addresses similar issues to those you raise.

Regards,


Trevor

Mark Harris:
Will you be fishing PE8 with the rod Ben?

If yes, then EP 82/38 or EP 85/36 would be good choices.  For stickbaits 120 gram and 140 gram, probably EP 85/36 would be the better choice.

All the usual caveats about personal preferences etc.

Ben Yeo:

--- Quote from: Trevor Skinner on January 12, 2013, 09:50:24 PM ---Ben,

Have a look at the thread I initiated on 'Carpenter: TBL vs EP' and the excellent advice that I received. It addresses similar issues to those you raise.

Regards,


Trevor

--- End quote ---

Yes Trevor, I read the thread. Did not want to hijack your post, hence ......

Mark, yes I will be fishing PE8. Will the EP 82/38 work Gamma 120/140 with as much ease as the BLC 83/40? I rather have a shorter rod than the EP85/36.

Thanks for the input, appreciate the comments. 

Jon Li:
TBL80/40RF wud be the bet for it , still a " 40 lbs " rod in rating but meant for GT fishing .

Jon .

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