07-23-2010, 09:43 PM
I've been using a Shimano Clarus 8-6" for steelhead for a couple of years, and really like it. It compares pretty well to the $350 Loomis rods my buddies use, for only around $80 at Howards. Mine is the Medium wt, fast action, only rated up to 17 lb, but it did fine on some big salmon this year (unlike my line). Would want a heavier wt for a true salmon rod, but good equip for the money, I think.
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