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What rod and reel to buy for Great Lakes trolling?
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<blockquote data-quote="Todd in NY" data-source="post: 396248" data-attributes="member: 20017"><p>I am just getting into downrigger fishing on eastern Lake Ontario and I need some advise on which rod and reel combo I should look for. I can't afford top of the line rods and reels, but I don't want bottom of the barrel junk either. I fished for 7 years in the Gulf of Mexico in Texas for 7 years (from a boat) so I'm afraid that I might have a tendency to choose a rod that is too heavy for Great Lakes salmon and trout.</p><p></p><p>If I buy locally, all I have around me is Walmart, Dicks Sporting Goods, and Gander Mountain. The problem I am seeing is that this is the worst time of year to buy trolling-type fishing equipment because it's nearing the end of summer for us in northern NY. I also have a Bass Pro just over an hour away.</p><p></p><p>I'm just wondering what brands to consider and what brands to stay away from. I'm not looking for anyone on here to "endorse" any brands, but simply a recommendation based on your own personal experience. Thanks!</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="Todd in NY, post: 396248, member: 20017"] I am just getting into downrigger fishing on eastern Lake Ontario and I need some advise on which rod and reel combo I should look for. I can't afford top of the line rods and reels, but I don't want bottom of the barrel junk either. I fished for 7 years in the Gulf of Mexico in Texas for 7 years (from a boat) so I'm afraid that I might have a tendency to choose a rod that is too heavy for Great Lakes salmon and trout. If I buy locally, all I have around me is Walmart, Dicks Sporting Goods, and Gander Mountain. The problem I am seeing is that this is the worst time of year to buy trolling-type fishing equipment because it's nearing the end of summer for us in northern NY. I also have a Bass Pro just over an hour away. I'm just wondering what brands to consider and what brands to stay away from. I'm not looking for anyone on here to "endorse" any brands, but simply a recommendation based on your own personal experience. Thanks! [/QUOTE]
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