04-07-2021, 07:55 PM
I think the rod when downrigger fishing for Kokanee is not nearly as important as getting a good reel with a quality drag. I like them to be Kokanee type when Koke fishing so softer with a nice parabolic bend which can be nicely loaded so when it releases from the down rigger release it helps remove the slack. IMHO The place to save is the rod. I have 4 matching rods I paid 25 bucks for and they work great, they are fun to land fish on and soft action to help with not losing fish. Spending a lot of money on a koke trolling stick is silly to me.I have had streaks where I don’t lose a fish forever and think I have the secret, then Murphy kicks in and we lose a few to bring me back to earth.
With all that said I have several 800 dollar fly rods and 200 spinning and casting sticks. Just don’t think that is needed for Koke trolling rod. Buy whatever you can afford and enjoy fishing with.
With all that said I have several 800 dollar fly rods and 200 spinning and casting sticks. Just don’t think that is needed for Koke trolling rod. Buy whatever you can afford and enjoy fishing with.
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