Just an idea for anybody getting into float fishing... Ive got a Shakespeare 10.5' noodle rod and a Certified Pro 10.5' for around $ 70 apiece. They are rated for 4-8lb i believe and matched with a decent Shimano spinning reel(whole setup maybe $ 125) will make a great cost effecient setup for somebody getting into steelheading. When i fished summer runs alot i would typically land 30-40 fish a summer on the Shakespeare and 10-20 on the Certified Pro(Im7) They are light, have good "whip action" for hook setting, and tire fish quickly. If your fishing Feb-April for big Nates they dont have a ton of backbone for turning a freight train but will do just fine in the right areas.
You can probably find the Shakespeare and Cert Pro in any Surplus/Outdoor shop???



Edited by bank walker (03/14/08 07:52 PM)
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