Hello I'm looking for what to look for in a rod to cast lures with a Penn Squidder 146?
For casting lures with a Penn Squidder 146, you can look for a 7 to 9-foot graphite or composite rod rated for 15–30 lb line and 1–4 oz lures. A moderate-fast action allows for easy loading of lighter jigs, while a stiff butt section provides the leverage needed to cast heavier lures and fight saltwater fish.
I don't know where you are but I'm thinking 15-20lb line. For calstar 270-8,196-8,gx8,gf800L, 220. Probably a fee I'm missing. I'm not really knowledgeable about united composit but I have a 900xf that I really like for that. Seeker 806,906,LM9,Hercules 80l, tac80
There's a lot of great choices depending on where you are and what you're doing
FWIW, a Squidder 146 is "tactically" the same as a Fathom/Squall "12 star drag".
A lot will depend on what pound test line you plan to use, what size lures you will favor, and how far you really need to cast [surf vs. boat].
Quote from: Tunanorth on May 07, 2026, 01:51:54 AMFWIW, a Squidder 146 is "tactically" the same as a Fathom/Squall "12 star drag".
A lot will depend on what pound test line you plan to use, what size lures you will favor, and how far you really need to cast [surf vs. boat].
Casting from a boat for speckled trout. a boat. What is your recommendation of mono line lb?