The abf-90 is not good for deep sea fishing?
1560173
I used my ABF-65 for both deep sea and surf fishing. I have used it for 2 years now and it has performed perfectly. The bait feeder option allows you to lower your line with a heavy weight without getting a backlash. The ABF-90 should have plenty of line capacity to catch all but the biggest of fish.
1560174
For me? ABF-90 is perfect for deep sea fishing. Most of my catch over 30lb and up, Cobia, Bull Red, Black drum, Black grouper, King Mac. Never have any problem with it. Just taking good care of it after the end each trip. Like; wash the salt water off and oil it
1560175
Would not recommend it. It is really a fresh water reel. I have used mine to surf fish, not as smooth as it once was. I have caught 40 pound catfish with it.
1560176
DON'T KNOW too far away from ocean. I would get the biggest reel I could get with large line capasity
1332985
I cannot say for sure about saltwater type fishing as I have not had an opportunity to do so with it. I have caught a large mouth and a channel cat on my rod, both weighing a lil over 2 1/2 pounds and it did fine if that helps any. If used as a travel rod with a little bit of care and respect for what it is the rod should do fine and last a long time.
1182676
Yes, I would never use this in saltwater, also I would not use it for anything bigger than Bluegill or Sunfish if you want it to last, its just not a quality piece.
1492972
I used this rod up in Alaska this past summer with a 2 ounce jig head. I tried some heavier lures, but they were too heavy. The rod handled 5-7lb black bass rockfish without issue. I was also able to bring in a 15lb lingcod with the rod.
1642893
I hate this reel due to the fact the retrieve is super slow. You will never be able to keep bait or tackle off the bottom when reeling your line back in.buy the reel with the fastest retrieve option, at the very least you need a 6.1 retrieve ratio.
1681584
Sorry, but I don't understand your question. This rod will work for most species of big game fish you're likely to encounter in salt water within the designated line class, if that helps.
1222200
I would not use it for deep sea fishing. Being a two piece and a little light, it just won't hold up to big fish. It is okay for light pier and surf fishing.
285440
Not usually unless it is offered as a combo. It is a great rod for catching saltwater bait around oyster bars when you cannot throw a net. Pick up the smallest Daiwa reel you can find and put on 4 to 6lb line and you are set. Also the rod and reel combo is great for backpacking through the west. If you come across a creek catch a few grasshopper and use a small gold hook and you will have trout supper in no time. Mind the bears if you are cleaning, cooking near your camp. Good luck.
2213648
I use it for freshwater fishing. As far as I know if it's for saltwater, it's good to use it for freshwater too, but not the other way around.
1523189
Yes it is a good mobile fishing rod for lakes, creeks, or any place you see might have a bass or catfish in it. I would not use it in salt water for larger fish though. I have had no problems with it in the lakes I have fished and caught several bass, crappie, and catfish on it.
1688480
I use it for fishing in the ocean and have been very happy with its performance. I have always used Penn reels and have always had good results with them.
1137989
I have actually used this rod with 65 lb braid and successfully fished 120 fathoms (720 feet) for ehu. The rod performed great often pulling up multiple fish at once. The fish I was targeting weren't over 6lbs each and its a whole lotta work bringing um up from that depth, but the rod performed fine. Worth the money to me...hope that helps. Carl B. Maui, Hawaii
2072214
Check with local fishing regulations. Where I am you cannot use a cast net in fresh water.
1618336
I only use it for freshwater fishing. It is a strong and firm rod with good feel for fish bites. I don't know anything about saltwater fishing but would think it could be used. If you are looking for a strong but light touch rod, it is great.
1161728
I use an Ugly Stick BWB1130 pole. It offers excellent strength but is flexible enough to easily feel bites while deep sea fishing.
785667
Its great for fishing large ponds but wouldnt reccomend it for ocean use because even with add on stabilizers it wouldnt handle ocean waves.
2045712
Ice fishing use is not recommended by the manufacturer: "This model is not intended for ice fishing use, the wide cone and overall transducer design is for the open water."Its wide 300 degree cone coupled with the fact that it floats (rather than sits below the ice) are the likely reasons. But then, perhaps the ice hole cylinder might narrow the cone when ice fishing?