Hello guys. I’ve been targeting striped bass in Winthrop MA (attached images of where I’ll be fishing) for a while using a crappy 6’6 medium power combo 3000 reel size combo from Walmart, and I think it’s time to upgrade. I was looking at Walmart again, and found the Penn Pursuit IV Combos.
The first one, is 7’ , 5000 Reel Size, Medium Heavy Power, priced at $91. I’ve attached the rest of the information in the images, labeled “1st”.
The second one, is 9ft, 6000 Reel Size, and also Medium Heavy Power, priced at $100. I’ve attached the rest of the information in the images, labeled “2nd”.
Would someone be able to help me pick in between the two based on my location that I’m fishing? I feel like 9ft is to big, but was reading online that you need at least 9ft to catch stripers and cast far out. And also what line should I use? I was thinking 40LB Yo Zuri Super Braid.
Posted by Fine_Dot_3322
2 Comments
Wouldn’t go with the 7ft rod I’ll tell you that
I have the 9’ that came with the 6000. I use a smaller reel on it, but the 6000s have been great for me in the surf. The 9’ (1-3 I think) casts 2oz lures really well, which is what I use it for. Try to tailor the rod to the size lures you’re throwing. I would rather have a longer rod in your situation.