spinning rods

[mickthefish]

ive posted this because it seems like a good idea .
im looking for a nice new spinning rod for my 8 yr old son whoser just worn out his first proper rod. he haws grooves in his tip eye off beating his fatha at catching mackerak , but it was **** anyway.
i was thinking of an 8ft rod to 40g casting weight or thereaboutsthe 35quid mark.
somerthing he can use for troout too.
i noticed a bit of spinning rod crack elsewhere on the forum , maybe someone can recommend something to save me timd .!
cheers mick.

[Grommit]

Mick

For that sort of money you cant go past the Ron Thompson XCite rods

The 8\' has a casting range of 10-30g and the 9\' 15-40g. These are £25.99 and £28.99 respectively, -10% NESA discount

They are great rods with proper cork handles and a nice finish. One of the lads who works for me uses one for his Salmon fishing and loves it

[Northumbrian]

The Ron Thomson Statocaster is in that price range and got an excellent review in Total Sea Fishing a couple of months ago. It\'s a 3 piece rod, so easy to transport to

[mickthefish]

well cheers lads ,
this one caught my attention too : http://www.mullarkeys.co.uk/fishing/fishing-rods-(including-kits-and-combos)/spinning-fishing-rods/0/daiwa/5579/

has anyone used one?

i know what you mean with the ron thompson gear . its spot on for what you pay.
i may be in touch next week grommit as im away for a few days and i need 1 for next weekend. i probly just let the youngun chose which 1 he wants.
cheers again.

[Grommit]

No bother

TBH I think I would opt for the 9\' version than the 8\', especially if you are fishing from the piers, etc with it. The 8\' is a little bit too short and light

If you pop in, dont forget to mention NESA for your 10% off

[mickthefish]

we do most spinning off the rocks grommit but hes been using a little 7 ft even off the piers it just means i have to handball them up for him.
i didnt want anything too big or heavy cos he moans his arms is achin after 10 mins anyway lol.

[kensr27sz]

rigs at seaham are selling spinning outfits , rod reel and line for about £25 .

[gazzawill]

there good value for money to ken i have one hoping to use it again on sunday weather permiting seaham is always barmy with weather lol

[Edited on 8/7/2006 by gazzawill]

[snatcher]

Narrowed mine down to a Greys 10 foot spin. It can handle up to 60g and I can chuck me fav bass popper(18g)further than the rest when fishing in Luce Bay. I know they are pricey handle well,are weightless so ok for juniors and are gaurenteed for life.