ice fishing poles which one should i get? URGENT!

[robert aldrich]

Mr. Walleye Icepro Medium Heavy Combo or

Shakespeare Ugly Stik medium or other.

i am going to marine general in duluth mn this week before the weekend.

[DeeJ]

Not to come down like Zeus, but can I vote none of the above? What's your budget and what are you trying to catch - we'll crack this for ya...

[eyebjim]

Definitely not the ugly stick. They are durable as can be but there is no sensitivity or backbone.

[holmsvc]

What will you be fishing for? I see they sell Jason Mitchell Rods there. If you are looking for a combo get Jason Mitchell 28M Walleye Combo. If you want just the rod get just the rod.

[holmsvc]

If you are on a budget the St. Croix rods are decent as well.

[whitetail_freak]

if you really can afford it get a thorne bros custom!

[Dothedew]

if you really can afford it get a thorne bros custom!

How long does it take to order a custom made pole?

[fishwater]

How long does it take to order a custom made pole?

You can drop by the store and pickup a rod in stock colors on the spot. If you want a truly custom job and choose your wrap colors, it will take anywhere from one to three weeks. They were having problems keeping blanks for certain models in stock, not sure if they are still having issues with their supplier.

[Dothedew]

Originally Posted By: whitetail_freak

if you really can afford it get a thorne bros custom!

How long does it take to order a custom made pole?

Thanks! for the info... I have a couple st. croix legend rods but would like to try a thorne bros since i hear alot of good things about them.

[jwmiller33]

if i was looking for a cheap but good rod, i'd go to FF and pick up one of the frabill's with a quick tip.. those rods are AWESOME and usually around 20-30 bucks

[robert aldrich]

budget $45.00 pike,walleyes,bass and other big fish

[magnum mike]

I bought 2 St. Croix rods at Marine General last year and went back a week later for 2 more. You can't beat them for the money. Tell Russ or Cory what you want and they will fix you up.

[holmsvc]

The Jason Mitchell Walleye combo then will be the best you can get for $45 if you want a Med action rod. ST Croix are alright as well.

[robert aldrich]

ok and thank you

[DeeJ]

I don't think you can go wrong with Jason Mitchell or St Croix, Frabill makes some decent ones too - I just hate their spring bobbers, but it doesn't sound like you'll be going for panfish.

For $45, you will get a nice one and probably have a little coin left for lures and bait too.

[Gissert]

I picked up a Jason Mitchell Meat Stick this winter, and have been very happy with it. Excellent rod for the money.

The panfish rod has been good too, though I do prefer a bit more of a noodle tip.

[Fred_Bear]

St. Croix Premiere series is where it's at. $20 plus tax for a great rod, and if it breaks they will stand behind their product... even if it is past warranty.

For what you described, 32M should be the ticket.

[robert aldrich]

got a clam ice fishing pole dave genz true blue.

[DeeJ]

I'd be curious what you think of it - I haven't tried any of those yet.

[robert aldrich]

i will post a grade

[MNfan]

I have a couple Jason Mitchel walleye 28 love them even more then my Thorne Bros if I can say that and R--ds has a very good deal on them. $25

[2pounders]

To protect your new fishing rods from loss, you will need a couple of good rod holders. The most versitile i've found are the groove rod holders. These things are the greatest. They snap onto the frame of my portable fishhouse, or onto a bucket. Plus I can put it in my bucket when I leave, with my rods and tackle without damaging anything like the metal rod holders do. They also float, and fit on a lawn chair frame. Great for the kids to have their rods in while playing.

[robert aldrich]

my 28” Medium Action clam ice fishing pole dave genz true blue grade is A+ and i have

ENTICER 28" DEADSTICK and that is A+

[wbliceman]

st croix ledgend or thorne bros custom.. the custom rods take 10-14 days to make i think. They are worth the money and the wait. but if you cant wait.. Go with the st croix

[DeeJ]

Thanks, robert! I might have to check those out.

You caught some fish then, eh?