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Smith WRC-80P-35 - What's it Like?

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Simon Thomas:
Guys,

I saw a Smith WRC-80P-35 yesterday in a store and thought it seemed to be a reasonable rod.  Unfortunately due to a recent medical condition (put it this way I won't be having any more kids...) I wasn't able to load it up.  Can anyone give me any opinions on what this rod might be like matched to a Stella 10000 with 80lb braid for using on poppers and stickbaits.  I would assume it is at the lower end of the strength curve, but would it do the job on average fish (20-30kg) in normal conditions (if there is such a thing)?

I don't think I am up for a Tokara or Komodo Dragon as they are a bit too big a "gun" for me to use.

Thanks,

Simon

Greg Burt:
 Hi Simon, I looked at this rod last year after reading good things about it, it is often referred to as a beginners rod and looks the goods for what you are after.
Here are some specs:
http://www.#########.com/product_view.php?product_id=218

Jones Tackle and Fish Head both had them in stock the last time I looked.

Greg Burt:
'Whoops', put a NO NO name up, I will try to give the info manually ::).

Smith WRC 80P/35 Popping Special

This is a very popular blank that has proven able to handle big fish. Very easy to cast and lightweight.

Excellent starting rod for first time GT angler.

You will probably see some good reviews of this rod if you search the Internet.

Specifications:

Guides - Fuji SiC - ICMNSG - Titanium Ion Coated Stainless Steel Ocean Guides

Reel Seat - Fuji DPS

Gimbal - Graphite Gimbal

 Model.................Smith WRC-80P/35 Popping Special               Lure Weight..........................~150g
 Length................   8'       Packing Length..............175cm        Section ................................  1 pcs
Action ................. Fast      Rod Weight .................. 447g         Power Carbon Content ............ Ex.Heavy 90%


 ::)

Mark Lewis:
I don't tangle with GT's as often as many of you but I really like the 80P/35 for a whole variety of fish in addition to members of the caranx family.  While I see it referred to as a "beginners" rod on some forums, and "old technology", I'm well past always having to have the latest thing.  I own a veritable ton of tackle and although I certainly own rods costing more, rods that are stronger, etc., I just bought another 80P/35 so that if they discontinue it I have a spare.  If all you are going after is 30kg fish, I doubt it will even break a sweat.

David Sharples:
I fished this rod a bit im Musandam and my friends now own them. Very impressive but was maxed out on some of the bigger fish in heavy currents. For average fish I think it's perfect and won't kill you. Good for lures to 150g, pencils and stickbaits. Pulling a big cupped popper can be a bit of an effort as it bends when you pop but still do-able.

Similar to HOTS Gipang 83H which I've just bought. The HOTS rod is a bit stiffer so may be a bit better for chuggers... The build on the HOTS is nicer in my opinion.

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