Rod Help

[Anoobias]

Hi guys, still very new to this. We are in the process of gathering gear to set up our boat (if it ever arrives). We picked up four Shimano TDR-80MH2B rods and Okuma Convector 45s for them.

My question is on the rods, did I get the right ones? They are med heavy power and Med fast action. We will be running two riggers and two dipsies for now. I would prefer to use the same line on all if I can (suggestions?)

I havent removed the wrapping so i can still exchange them no problem.

One thing i love about targetting a new species, it makes you feel like a kid again when you are just not sure. adds a bit of adventure to it lol

Thanks in advance for your advice

[ontherise]

wire or braid on the dipseys..... 30 or 40 lbs. mono on the riggers.

[Anoobias]

Thanks for that! Now how bout the rods? These ones are 8 foot (my rod storage is max , am i better with longer two piece? action and power preferences?

[Anoobias]

errr thats supposed to be max 8 foot storgae, not the cool guy with shades haha!

[Rippin'Line]

No braid on dipsys unless you want to catch 30 pounds of fleas. 30lb 7 strand wire is the best option. Can use heavy mono but the stretch can be too much

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[ontherise]

I like okuma 10 ft. dipsey rods. They did a great job. The okuma 8 ft. 6 rigger rods are nice too. The great thing about okuma is the price. there very affordable....

PS. i run braid on my dipseys and don't have a big problem. They just need to be checked and cleaned occasionally. I also spray the braid with reel magic or silicone, which helps a bit..but wire is probably the way to go. just don t kink it or yank too hard. and make sure the crimps are tight(or however you ll attach the mono)