Chunking rod questions

[C.Crisp]

I'm looking to chunk for big redfish from the beaches surrounding Charleston, SC. Never tried it before, but I'm thinking an 11' spinning rod rated for 2-6 oz/6-8000 reel/ 50# braid can get the job done on most days. I would like to stay on the more affordable side, so I'm wondering if a Penn Prevail II/Battle III, or a Squadron III/Fierce III might be okay. Looking forward to hearing what you guys think, thanks.

Edited October 12, 2022 by C.Crisp

[Surf bomber]

If chunking means 8 oz and bait sounds like you’ll need a rod that can handle at least 10oz. I’m sure there are other rods rated for 8 oz that can handle the 8 and bait but you may get into overloading a rod when casting …as for the reel .. I only use conventionals … 

Edited October 12, 2022 by Surf bomber

[C.Crisp]

3 mins ago, Surf bomber said:

If chunking means 8 oz and bait sounds like you’ll need a rod that can handle at least 10oz. I’m sure there are other rods rated for 8 oz that can handle the 8 and bait but you may get into overloading a rod when casting …as for the reel .. I only use conventionals … 

Sounds like I'm not understanding something. All I am looking to do is throw one chunk and a few ounces of lead, or maybe a finger mullet and some lead. Should I be using a rod that is rated for 10oz +?

[Rat Master]

The Okuma Longitude was my first chunking rod (specifically model # LC-S-1002H-1) its 10' rated 3-8oz. Usually found for around $75. I'll tell you what. Its fat. Its heavy. But it will launch 8oz. and a fat chunk no issue. You'll be able to handle any fish you can catch from land. They also offer 11' and 12' models but I can't attest to those particular set-ups.4182609

[C.Crisp]

42 mins ago, Rat Master said:

The Okuma Longitude was my first chunking rod (specifically model # LC-S-1002H-1) its 10' rated 3-8oz. Usually found for around $75. I'll tell you what. Its fat. Its heavy. But it will launch 8oz. and a fat chunk no issue. You'll be able to handle any fish you can catch from land. They also offer 11' and 12' models but I can't attest to those particular set-ups.4182609

I see that rod is 21.6 oz, do you happen to know the diameter of the grip and the blank just above the front grip?

[Rat Master]

Not off-hand. I can check and come back with some measurement specs later.

[Stryper Snyper]

4 hours ago, C.Crisp said:

I'm looking to chunk for big redfish from the beaches surrounding Charleston, SC. Never tried it before, but I'm thinking an 11' spinning rod rated for 2-6 oz/6-8000 reel/ 50# braid can get the job done on most days. I would like to stay on the more affordable side, so I'm wondering if a Penn Prevail II/Battle III, or a Squadron III/Fierce III might be okay. Looking forward to hearing what you guys think, thanks.

Why such heavy line?  

Not familiar with the area but seems overkill.   You should drop down a few forums to the Delmarva and read the current redfish thread.

[C.Crisp]

1 hour ago, Stryper Snyper said:

Why such heavy line?  

Not familiar with the area but seems overkill.   You should drop down a few forums to the Delmarva and read the current redfish thread.

Thanks a ton for the info, I'll check that out. I was just reading elsewhere it looks like I'll be able to get away with 30# on the open beaches.

[C.Crisp]

4 hours ago, Rat Master said:

Not off-hand. I can check and come back with some measurement specs later.

I appreciate that, if it's too much of a PITA don't worry about it.

[Rwb1500]

You could look at the Tsunami Trophy 2 11 or 12 foot extra heavy.  They are rated 4-10 and 6-10 ounces respectively. I have the 11 footer and like it very much. Have used it for the same type of fishing, places 6 or 8 ounces of weight is necessary. 

 

Might stretch your budget a bit but they are very nice rods for the money.  $145-150 I think. 

[redfin]

18 hours ago, C.Crisp said:

I'm looking to chunk for big redfish from the beaches surrounding Charleston, SC. Never tried it before, but I'm thinking an 11' spinning rod rated for 2-6 oz/6-8000 reel/ 50# braid can get the job done on most days. I would like to stay on the more affordable side, so I'm wondering if a Penn Prevail II/Battle III, or a Squadron III/Fierce III might be okay. Looking forward to hearing what you guys think, thanks.

I can’t see you going wrong with the Battle 3.  As far as rods go I would determine your total payload and find a rod that puts that payload in the lower end of the rating. Example: 5 oz and a 2 oz chunk is 7 oz. I’d be looking at rods rated 4-10. Avoid anything rated below 4 would be another piece of advice.

[RAW]

Being an old guy chunking Maine this summer I soon realized that my tackle : rod length, oz capabilities and Battle 6000 was to heavy to carry around.Rod is an Ande med/ heavy 9’ . I,m switching back to a conventional reel like I used for snook and redfish and a 10-11 ‘ lighter better quality. I ask my self how I can be so not happy with any of all the outfits?because I see guys with lightweight combos out casting and effortless 

[Rhett]

I’ve been using the Ocean Master 12’ from Bass Pro Shops. it’s rated 6-12oz and 20-50lb line. I use the conventional casting but they do also make a spinning version as well. I have a Penn US Senator 113N on it. I really like it and it’s around $179

 

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[Rat Master]

Okuma Longitude Dimensions

- Diameter just above reel-seat: 21.3 mm

- Diameter just above cork (on the blank): 17.5 mm

As others have said don't be afraid of going heavier if needed. I like the rod cause it works well for me in jersey and its found on the cheap, but there a tons of other great options!

[Bunker_Chunker]

I use a penn battalion 12ft heavy rated 4-8oz one with a 6k and another with a 8k penn battle 3. Great rod that can throw a big chunk of bunker and 4-5oz weight a good distance. The 8k reel is kinda overkill for my fishing needs (stripped bass) and the 6k is the perfect size for the rod. I use 40lbs on the 6k and 80 on the 8K. Great affordable setup I recommend