wingsandwater Posted November 5, 2008 Report Share Posted November 5, 2008 Im looking for a 10' to 11' spinning surf rod that i can really lay into w/ 6 or 7 oz or maybe 5 plus a big live spot for around $100. i know i can get better rods but i am getting a 9' st croix legend surf and this leaves me w/ around $100 to put out for a rod designed for this application. (wich will not be used that often) Has anybody used the 11' Airwave heavy action rated 4 -8 oz. I like their 9' rod but am leary about the 8 oz being an overstatement. How does this rod compair to say a Tica UKGA 3-8 oz or UEHA 2-8 oz. Thanks for the input. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
klamman Posted November 5, 2008 Report Share Posted November 5, 2008 I have an 11' Ocean Master Cape Point from basspro...It can throw 5-8 easily....I love mine!! I also have an Airwave and it is pushing it when throwing 5 or 6oz...5 isn't too bad, but I don't like throwing more than that Proud Aquaskinz user Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wingsandwater Posted November 5, 2008 Author Report Share Posted November 5, 2008 i'll have to check into that ocean master. Is your tsunami a medium or heavy? The only reason i am leaning towards the tsunami is because it has a slimmer handle and around the reel seat. Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
klamman Posted November 5, 2008 Report Share Posted November 5, 2008 I'll check when I get home, but I am 99% sure it is this model: TSAWSS1102XH 11.0'220 - 504 - 8 Proud Aquaskinz user Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rocket500 Posted November 5, 2008 Report Share Posted November 5, 2008 Those rods have pretty light actions, in my experience. I have not casted that specific model, but have tried a couple of the shorter rods and thought they were a little over-rated. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
klamman Posted November 5, 2008 Report Share Posted November 5, 2008 Those rods have pretty light actions, in my experience. I have not casted that specific model, but have tried a couple of the shorter rods and thought they were a little over-rated. I agree...the ratings aren't right on, but they are a GREAT rod for the $$ Proud Aquaskinz user Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wingsandwater Posted November 5, 2008 Author Report Share Posted November 5, 2008 errrgggg...i really like them for the $$$ but i agree w/ you guys that they are over rated on weight. i was hoping the 4-8 oz xh i could really lay into the rod w/ 6 oz. I don't know anywhere around he that sells the heavier model tha i can feel so its gonna have to be an internet order Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
klamman Posted November 5, 2008 Report Share Posted November 5, 2008 ur in wilmington? if it is worth the drive up my way, I am right off the blue rt in Delaware county....we could meet up and you could check it out Proud Aquaskinz user Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HugeDinghy Posted November 5, 2008 Report Share Posted November 5, 2008 had the 11 and it wouldnt throw more then maybe 3 and a chunk...I recommend, for short money, the 11 TICA or regular Tsunami in XHVY... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wingsandwater Posted November 5, 2008 Author Report Share Posted November 5, 2008 ur in wilmington? if it is worth the drive up my way, I am right off the blue rt in Delaware county....we could meet up and you could check it out thanks, ill keep that in mind if im heading up that way. I do want to hit a tackle shop in germantown Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
klamman Posted November 5, 2008 Report Share Posted November 5, 2008 thanks, ill keep that in mind if im heading up that way. I do want to hit a tackle shop in germantown You talking Germantown pike? Sport fishin outlet? I'm sure Harry has the airwave there Proud Aquaskinz user Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John P Posted November 5, 2008 Report Share Posted November 5, 2008 I have a friend who is casting 3+oz plugs who has broken 4 airwave 11fters in the last 2 mos. I have personnally not cast the rod but I'd be careful if you're going to try those weights with that rod. Hope this helps. JP Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnnySI Posted November 5, 2008 Report Share Posted November 5, 2008 I wouldn`t get an airwave,I broke 2 this year both on fish, I only got `em cause I was impressed at one of the shows , I would give that whole line a big.....John Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wingsandwater Posted November 6, 2008 Author Report Share Posted November 6, 2008 You talking Germantown pike? Sport fishin outlet? I'm sure Harry has the airwave there He's a great guy and yup thats who im talking about. Im probably going to go w/ a tica because i want the rod to throw some lead. Thanks for the input guys Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Billybob's Son Posted November 6, 2008 Report Share Posted November 6, 2008 The UEHA is a beast....I would highly recommend this rod for heavy bait applications and snapping large jigs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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