Todd in NY

Thanks for the info!

Thanks for the tips! I like to think outside the box to give myself more options.

Thanks Sean, sounds like a good price.

Thanks, I haven't checked out the talora rods but I've heard good reviews on them.

Good to know.

Maybe the reels back then required it, maybe not. Maybe today's reels don't require it, maybe they do. I know that our salt water rods, reels and tackle had to be sprayed with fresh water after each fishing trip. The salt could make the reels sticky.

I've never heard about backing off the drags for long term storage, so thanks for that tip. I never have them set tight anyway, but I'll be extra sure from now on.

Thanks for the info. I'm looking to have 4 to 6 dedicated walleye rods/reels by next year's opener. I figured I would try to buy 2 at a time if I had to buy new stuff. I have no problem buying used equipment that's been properly maintained and in good working condition, and for the right price of course. I have a feeling that most of you serious walleye fishermen take good care of your equipment

Thanks! Come to think of it, I had a Magda 20 once and I quickly returned it and got a 30. Haven't had any issues with my Magda 30's and 45's. The clicker stopped working on the 20 the first or 2nd time using it.

Outstanding!!!

Thanks for the replies FleetTracker and John! Fleet Track, do you have your Trophy in the water yet? Matt said you were doing some remodelling on it.

Thanks for the replies! I use Okuma Magda 30's and 45's on Okuma "downrigger" rods for salmon trolling Lake O, and I was thinking the Okuma 20's and 30's would work for Walleye (I prefer the 30's). If I were using Big Game mono, what pound test would be good, 10 or 12lb test? I think I'm running 10lb moss green Big Game on my bass rods because they are used for all small lake fishing. What pound test flouro are you using?

Which Rods/Reels For Walleye? I'm curious to know which Rods and reels are preferred, or popular, for walleye trolling on Lake Ontario, in the bays and near shore. What fishing line and terminal tackle to use? What length and tension rods, what size/type reels (level wind? with or without line counters?)? Also, what size/type fishing line, mono or braid? Do you use leaders? If so, what size/type line? Do you use swivels, snaps or none? If yes, what type? I'm retired and have a fixed income. I'm putting my son through college, so I have a small fishing budget. I am looking to buy rods and reels that I can use as dedicated walleye rods. I have bass fishing rods with spinning reels, four downrigger rods and two dipsy rods. I spend more money on tackle than on rods & reels. It might take all summer, or longer, to buy the rods and reels, which is why I'm asking questions now. I'm strictly a recreational fisherman. My LOU "Pro" status is to support this great forum. Any information you are willing to share would be greatly appreciated. Thanks and best of luck!

The simple answer is, Yes! But... The "dark side" controls the valve from deep inside the death star, in a galaxy far far way...

I hope boaters show some respect for these homeowners, but then again, we're talking about some of those boaters who don't respect other boaters. Some sources say the lake level will crest as late as mid-June. I hope they are wrong... Did you notice the size of the trees washed up on shore in the 2nd video? Boat buster's right there!