HDAV Posted July 7, 2014 Report Share Posted July 7, 2014 Can someone recommend some cheap but ok boat rods for a bit of mackerel catching etc. Not going big game fishing but just something to dangle some spinners and perhaps catch something (from a small boat not far of the coast, north wales) thinking of 2 rods, what else is required? Knife? bucket? Not looking for another hobby just a couple of hours fun... there seem to be quite a few on ebay for £60 mark for 2, help appreciated. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
strangford wildfowler Posted July 7, 2014 Report Share Posted July 7, 2014 Get yourself one of these they are fantastic and for the price can't beat it http://www.amazon.co.uk/Abu-Garcia-GT602-30lb-Boat/dp/B004O6LQ3Q/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1404757658&sr=8-1&keywords=boat+rods Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tallshort Posted July 7, 2014 Report Share Posted July 7, 2014 Get yourself one of these they are fantastic and for the price can't beat it http://www.amazon.co.uk/Abu-Garcia-GT602-30lb-Boat/dp/B004O6LQ3Q/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1404757658&sr=8-1&keywords=boat+rods like that good value, think dragon carp do a cheap and cheerful boat rod Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
strangford wildfowler Posted July 7, 2014 Report Share Posted July 7, 2014 like that good value, think dragon carp do a cheap and cheerful boat rod In my opinion ABU GARCIA are the best quality gear out there all of there products are brilliant Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HDAV Posted July 7, 2014 Author Report Share Posted July 7, 2014 Get yourself one of these they are fantastic and for the price can't beat it http://www.amazon.co.uk/Abu-Garcia-GT602-30lb-Boat/dp/B004O6LQ3Q/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1404757658&sr=8-1&keywords=boat+rods Thanks can you recommend a reel to go with that (and the other bits) the "frequently bought together" looks quite good but looks more expensive than i wanted to spend really £60 for sets i could swing but £90 is pushing it. Also can you get a transom mounted rod holder to hold the rod vertical while moving lots of drill to fit and screw fit but dont want to do that for a once in a season item Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
strangford wildfowler Posted July 7, 2014 Report Share Posted July 7, 2014 Personally HDVA I would be choosing one of these I know there a bit expensive but will last forever as long as you look after it, my dad uses this very one and he loves it he pulls up Pollack after Pollack with ease using it you get some real winding power with it http://www.amazon.co.uk/Abu-Garcia-Multiplier-Reel-Ambassadeur/dp/B001VSW2AQ/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1404758537&sr=8-3&keywords=abu+garcia+reel As for a holder I just made my own out of some pvc piping and attach it onto the boat Thanks can you recommend a reel to go with that (and the other bits) the "frequently bought together" looks quite good but looks more expensive than i wanted to spend really £60 for sets i could swing but £90 is pushing it. Also can you get a transom mounted rod holder to hold the rod vertical while moving lots of drill to fit and screw fit but dont want to do that for a once in a season item Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
islandgun Posted July 7, 2014 Report Share Posted July 7, 2014 There are so many passable rod combinations out there now days I would go for a tippy, not floppy 12/20lb class and small multiplier these start at £50 quid and go up, load the reel with 20lb mono and get some feathers, mind you, you could enjoy it so much that you will need to some better gear ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HDAV Posted July 7, 2014 Author Report Share Posted July 7, 2014 Just looking for something to do for a couple hours really Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fenboy Posted July 7, 2014 Report Share Posted July 7, 2014 (edited) For what use it will get and for mackerel fishing a cheap kit like this one should do you fine . Just make sure you give the reels a good rinse in fresh water after use http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/2-X-FISHING-BOAT-ROD-KIT-REEL-ALL-THE-TACKLE-INCLUDED-/400442606943?pt=UK_SportingGoods_Fishing_FishingRods_EH&hash=item5d3c3d455f If you have somewhere to clamp it a rest like this will save drilling holes http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Grandeslam-Sea-Fishing-Boat-Rod-Holders-Seamaster-Easy-Fit-Universal-/140942343015?pt=UK_SportingGoods_FishingAcces_RL&hash=item20d0d17b67 Edited July 7, 2014 by fenboy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Old farrier Posted July 7, 2014 Report Share Posted July 7, 2014 If its only a couple of hours just use a hand line No space cheap worked for years All the best Of Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yellow Bear Posted July 7, 2014 Report Share Posted July 7, 2014 Try "Decathalon" they have a number of "kits" at about 20 quid Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GingerCat Posted July 7, 2014 Report Share Posted July 7, 2014 Hand lines are fine for mackeral fishing and cost pennies, I wouldnt like to guess how many I've got on an orange stringed "crab line" and a 50p set of feathers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
strangford wildfowler Posted July 7, 2014 Report Share Posted July 7, 2014 If its only a couple of hours just use a hand line No space cheap worked for years All the best Of These are good for a while then your arm starts to ach after about an hour Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
THE MEK Posted July 7, 2014 Report Share Posted July 7, 2014 Whatever setup you go for,as mentioned before make sure you give the reel a good flush with freshwater whe your done. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Berettacocker Posted July 7, 2014 Report Share Posted July 7, 2014 Go on eBay, look for boat rod and reel. You'll see sets of 2x rods and 2x reels + tackle for under £60. Won't be the best, but if as said before, you wash reels in fresh water after every trip, sure they'll last a little while at least ! Also reels are multipliers and free postage too, can't be bad! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Old farrier Posted July 7, 2014 Report Share Posted July 7, 2014 These are good for a while then your arm starts to ach after about an hour You've used one aswell then 😀😀 Usually tell the youngster to change arms after 1/2 hour I conserve my energy (captain) for untangleing and unhooking All the best Of Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HDAV Posted July 7, 2014 Author Report Share Posted July 7, 2014 Also reels are multipliers and free postage too, can't be bad! What does that mean? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
figgy Posted July 7, 2014 Report Share Posted July 7, 2014 If you have a Boyes store near you they have some ok tackle for not a lot of money. Most sea fishing tackle shops have a rig up for sale for your very purpose cheap. Figgy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johnphilip Posted July 7, 2014 Report Share Posted July 7, 2014 For what use it will get and for mackerel fishing a cheap kit like this one should do you fine . Just make sure you give the reels a good rinse in fresh water after use http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/2-X-FISHING-BOAT-ROD-KIT-REEL-ALL-THE-TACKLE-INCLUDED-/400442606943?pt=UK_SportingGoods_Fishing_FishingRods_EH&hash=item5d3c3d455f If you have somewhere to clamp it a rest like this will save drilling holes http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Grandeslam-Sea-Fishing-Boat-Rod-Holders-Seamaster-Easy-Fit-Universal-/140942343015?pt=UK_SportingGoods_FishingAcces_RL&hash=item20d0d17b67 That dont look to bad for the price, boat gear gets some hammer and the salt water ruins stuff, like others have said as soon as you get back. Rods and reel under the tap give them a good soaking or you will seem them rot before not to long. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Berettacocker Posted July 7, 2014 Report Share Posted July 7, 2014 What does that mean? multiplier reels sit in top of the rod and are usually right handed. Also better for boat angling IMO. The reels you've probably seen will be the " Fixed " spool type. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
happy.plinker Posted July 7, 2014 Report Share Posted July 7, 2014 For mackeral you want a 30lb class rod as you might be hauling in 6 at a time,multiplier and 30lb line to match, should get 2 set ups quite cheap. You'll use them again sometime so don't get something silly cheap. Tight lines. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
39TDS Posted July 7, 2014 Report Share Posted July 7, 2014 Go outdoors camping shops sell cheap boat rod & reels. Plenty good enough for what you want to do.Me and some mates were fishing for mackerel last week,them with £20 rod and reel combos me with a rod and reel that cost over £100. They each caught twice as many as me. Don't ever let anybody tell you the fish care about how much your rod cost. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
silver pigeon69 Posted July 7, 2014 Report Share Posted July 7, 2014 have a look in your local tackle shop, they may have some decent second hand sets? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
strangford wildfowler Posted July 7, 2014 Report Share Posted July 7, 2014 For mackeral you want a 30lb class rod as you might be hauling in 6 at a time,multiplier and 30lb line to match, should get 2 set ups quite cheap. You'll use them again sometime so don't get something silly cheap. Tight lines. Not all the time ive caught mackeral using a weight 4 fly rod and by god that is fun muck better than jigging it gives you a massive boast of adrenalin, try it sometime tits cracker Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johnphilip Posted July 7, 2014 Report Share Posted July 7, 2014 For mackeral you want a 30lb class rod as you might be hauling in 6 at a time,multiplier and 30lb line to match, should get 2 set ups quite cheap. You'll use them again sometime so don't get something silly cheap. Tight lines. 20lb class max is all you will need any more and you will not feel the figth, main line max 20 lbs any higher, you get snaged you will find it very hard to snap when you need to break it, without loosing to much main line. If you are right handed you want a multi reel left hand wind you need more power on the rod handle for bigger weight if you are hauling from any depth. I would say size for size they are the hardest fighting fish and great fun on a fly rod. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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