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on: November 09, 2015, 01:42:41 PM
Hoping some more experienced Erie anglers can weigh in I'm asking what rod action n power I would want to use for big eyes baits on Erie of course action n specs change with manufacture and price but I intend to fish 1/2 oz jigging raps up to 1 oz pimples wondering if anyone has specific models they use as a go too I'm feeling like a 28-30" frabill bro series would be a good model for the price just a little worried about med action when I'd b using 7/8 or 1 oz baits like to be 60$ n under range thanxs in advance
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Reply #1 on: November 10, 2015, 08:56:39 AM
I use Jason Mitchell medium action walleye rods, 28 & 30 inchers with no problems. Also use a medium action ugly stick. I use #5-#7 pimples and jigging raps. Had good luck last year with 2/5 oz. little cleos.

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Reply #2 on: November 11, 2015, 07:21:10 PM
Thanxs g that puts my mind to rest was worried med might not cut it
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Reply #3 on: November 12, 2015, 08:10:55 AM
I also only use 6 to 8 lb. mono on my reels. I know many people use braid but I have good luck with mono, clear Trilene or Stren.

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Reply #4 on: November 12, 2015, 12:41:45 PM
I've also been looking at a new Erie Walleye setup. Has anyone used the Fenwick Aetos rod, or the Pfleuger 6920 reel? If yes, what are your thoughts?

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Reply #5 on: November 12, 2015, 12:51:40 PM
I had my first taste of Erie ice last season and just used a medium action rod with 8lb. mono. Hopefully after this year I will know better.

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Reply #6 on: November 12, 2015, 01:53:53 PM
I am a big fan of the pflueger reel,I use one while ice fishing on Erie and also on my st. Croix eye-con rod for open water fishing. I trust the reel to be there for when I need it,never had an issue with it yet,as with anything follow manufacturer guide lines and a little maintenance you will be good for many seasons! P.s. my pflueger presidential has also reeled in some monster Canadian Northern to!
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Reply #7 on: November 12, 2015, 02:32:27 PM
I love my fenwick elite tech's...
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Reply #8 on: November 13, 2015, 09:35:28 AM
https://www.google.com/webhp?sourceid=chrome-instant&ion=1&espv=2&ie=UTF-8#tbm=shop&q=fenwick+hmg+ice+rods&spd=10421325782699758920

Looking at getting a couple of the the Fenwick HMG rods this year and retire the back up lightning rods I have. Prob Med or med lite. Got to get one in my hand first.

http://www.fenwickfishing.com/fenwick-ice-fishing-rods-fenwick-hmg/1358431.html#specifications

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Reply #9 on: November 13, 2015, 02:00:29 PM
Thanks for the input guys. What are your thoughts of the medium rod with fast action?

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Reply #10 on: November 13, 2015, 05:42:14 PM
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I love my fenwick elite tech's...
Johnny what line and line weight do you use?

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Reply #11 on: November 14, 2015, 09:10:37 PM
I have always used the Jason Mitchell Walleye Rod and reel combo. I like the 28 for inside the Shanty and the 30 for bucket fishing. I use 12lb on mine but will be trying the new Ice line from Gamma. I will keep you posted on it when it comes in.
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Reply #12 on: November 17, 2015, 10:22:35 AM
I'm a big fan of the Gamma line. Put 6 lb test on a couple of my rods last spring. A strong polymer line, with less memory. Great product. How can I get a hold of their ice line?

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Reply #13 on: November 17, 2015, 10:24:43 AM
Quote from: Green Pea on November 13, 2015, 05:42:14 PM
Quote from: OhioFisher19 on November 12, 2015, 02:32:27 PM
I love my fenwick elite tech's...
Johnny what line and line weight do you use?

Trilene 12lb is mostly what I use because we get the big spools and basically every reel has it. It does the job, gets kinked at times but I can't complain. The line gets beat up and handles it well. Gamma makes awesome line. If I had the money and felt like re-lining I would probably do the Gamma 10lb/12lb.
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Reply #14 on: November 17, 2015, 05:44:48 PM
Quote from: OhioFisher19 on November 17, 2015, 10:24:43 AM
Quote from: Green Pea on November 13, 2015, 05:42:14 PM
Quote from: OhioFisher19 on November 12, 2015, 02:32:27 PM
I love my fenwick elite tech's...
Johnny what line and line weight do you use?

Trilene 12lb is mostly what I use because we get the big spools and basically every reel has it. It does the job, gets kinked at times but I can't complain. The line gets beat up and handles it well. Gamma makes awesome line. If I had the money and felt like re-lining I would probably do the Gamma 10lb/12lb.
OK and Thank you. I'm hoping to get up there this year.

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