Okuma 9'6" & 10'6" SST Spinning Rod
In the end, cold-water fishing is about resilience for both the angler and the equipment
I took the 45 + 10 SL variation to Patagonia and appreciated the seemingly endless storageincluding top and front access, zippered compartments on each side, large pockets at the hips and on the lid, and an expandable collar
This means the rod will be switched to the left-side after a right handed cast, then will be used by the right hand to crank the reel
Loomis NRX + Fly T2S Pros Easy to cast far and accurate Low swing weight Powerful rod for fighting fish and punching through wind Cons Hard to find in stock Not easy to pack Key Features Max Cast: 77 feet Ease of Cast Score: 4.5/5 Accuracy Score: 4.5/5 Length: 8 feet 10 inches Two piece Why It Made the Cut The NRX + T2S has a unique feel thats hard to describe, but we loved it and thoroughly enjoyed fishing this rod
Ive tested the gamut now of BFS rods and reels, and there are a few affordable options to get you started without breaking the bank