Looking for a jetty rod for plugs and metals

[bloodworm]

I want to get one 10/11'6'' long I plan to cast 1 or 3 oz baits probably a spinner reel. I have looked at brands like Tica,Tsunami or St. Croix but im wondering which is a better quality.

[SmoothLures]

What's your price range? There's a big difference in Tsunami and St Croix.

[Newsjeff]

If you have the money, look at the Lami Ron Arra or Super Surf rods.

Lots of people like the Loomis 1266, too.

[9 rock]

I was thinking 9' I fished with my 10' and just seemed to long for cast and retrieve
I am going with the 9' tica dolphin and daiwa biteand run reel . this year for the IRI



9rock

[bloodworm]

My budgets around 100 range
you might be right there Rock 10 ft may be too tall for the lure retrieve

[Sgt_Slough]

Bloodworm check your PMs.

10 ft ain't too long if it's the right rod; one maker's 10 footer is like another's 8 . .

A high quality, high modulus graphite (thin wall) rod at 10' will weigh nothing (St Croix spinner rated for 3/4 - 4 ozs weighs 13 ounces (PSRS100M2)) and will balance with a reel that is suitable for handling a decent fish in an inlet current.

Another thing is it is easier to lift a fish or bring it to net with a longer rod (unless you like scrambling down on the slimy rocks).

A quality 10 footer is a perfect compromise for jetty work.