07-26-2010, 01:56 PM
this is kind of a tough one due to the fact the little salmon can be " blown out " and heavy tackle is required, due to the current, rock abrasion ect. i would like to comment 250 $ g loomis rods aren't a necessity ! nor are 150 dollar 10 ball bearing level winds. if it were me i would buy two fairly inexpensive rods . one for heavy work and one for normal steelhead work. however one rod will suffice .. i would recommend a 7' 6" medium action rod with a somewhat fast tip for throwing jigs and bobbers and the like. i prefer baitcasters but spinning works just as well.as for brands ?? i have caught a TON of steelhead on my 60 $ okuma and a 45 dollar abu-garcia level wind. stood right bye my buddies with 400 $ combo's and caught fish around them all day.........hope this helps
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