This is my first post, I have loved reading many great threads over the past few weeks.
I have been on several Capt. John trips and I'm now looking forward to my first Big E trip (Nov 28th). I'm looking for a spinning rod that I could toss some poppers/jigs with to go with my Shimano Stradic 5000 reel. I realize that this reel may be a little light for this trip, but I will give it a try. I currently have a Trevela (TVS-66MH) rod and have managed to land bft up to 28 lbs but do not like my chances with a 70lb+ yft. Is there anything in the $100 - $120 range that will be better? I am even willing to go the used route if it makes sense. I don't mind jigging with a longer (or even a 2 piece) rod.
I also have an unrelated question to this forum. Are there ever any people that show up at the docks hoping to buy a YFT or other fish. What's the going rate? I have seen several pictures with trucks beds full of YFT just baking in the sun. Do people keep all of these or do they sell some?
Thanks for your help - Andy
I have been on several Capt. John trips and I'm now looking forward to my first Big E trip (Nov 28th). I'm looking for a spinning rod that I could toss some poppers/jigs with to go with my Shimano Stradic 5000 reel. I realize that this reel may be a little light for this trip, but I will give it a try. I currently have a Trevela (TVS-66MH) rod and have managed to land bft up to 28 lbs but do not like my chances with a 70lb+ yft. Is there anything in the $100 - $120 range that will be better? I am even willing to go the used route if it makes sense. I don't mind jigging with a longer (or even a 2 piece) rod.
I also have an unrelated question to this forum. Are there ever any people that show up at the docks hoping to buy a YFT or other fish. What's the going rate? I have seen several pictures with trucks beds full of YFT just baking in the sun. Do people keep all of these or do they sell some?
Thanks for your help - Andy