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Mrdiglit
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   Old Thread  #20 30 Jul 2024 at 2.04pm  0  Login    Register
In reply to Post #19
What rod did you choose ? I am currently looking at doing a new stalker set up and thinking about the 9ft esp stalker with a okuma 6000 or esp onyx compact reel
chillen81
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chillen81
   Old Thread  #19 27 May 2024 at 12.26pm  0  Login    Register
In reply to Post #18
Anyone using the extricator plus rod in 9ft if so how do u find it for stalking/free lining? it's probably between that and the esp 9ft 2 3/4 rod
Cheers
MARKerz
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   Old Thread  #18 25 May 2024 at 2.41pm  0  Login    Register
Another for the 9' Wychwood Extricator, I have both the original & newer version, both have been great for me & my son, personally I prefer the original version, if anyone knows where to find the originals please let me know.
Darkieallard
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   Old Thread  #17 24 May 2024 at 9.49pm  0  Login    Register
Ive got the 8ft 2.75lb ESP stalkers and had carp to 27lb on them with no problems.
carp4steve
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carp4steve
   Old Thread  #15 24 May 2024 at 12.20pm  0  Login    Register
In reply to Post #7
I have been using the esp stalkers for years, I even use them for pike, dont think you will be disappointed.
Currymuncher
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   Old Thread  #14 21 May 2024 at 2.21pm  0  Login    Register
In reply to Post #10
Got a price in mind ??
popcorn
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   Old Thread  #13 21 May 2024 at 11.31am  0  Login    Register
In reply to Post #11
I purchased the 3 piece version last week and it seems really nice. Has a good battle curve and packs away tiny.
dancey
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dancey
   Old Thread  #12 21 May 2024 at 9.14am  0  Login    Register
I've got a Grey's 9ft Stalking Rod and really rate it
vossy1
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vossy1
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   Old Thread  #11 21 May 2024 at 8.52am  0  Login    Register
In reply to Post #8
Do they do a 9ft 2 piece? Can only find a 3 piece
You had me double checking my rod then
Yes, they used to make the 9' as a 2 piece (mine), though on a quick internet search its now a 3 piece.
RKB
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   Old Thread  #10 21 May 2024 at 8.37am  0  Login    Register
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I have a 10 foot Free Spirit E-Class Gold rod (think it's 2.5lb) that I am not using much (at all) if that's of interest.
chillen81
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chillen81
   Old Thread  #9 21 May 2024 at 8.29am  0  Login    Register
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Thinking about the esp 9ft 2 3/4
chillen81
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chillen81
   Old Thread  #8 21 May 2024 at 8.23am  0  Login    Register
In reply to Post #7
Do they do a 9ft 2 piece? Can only find a 3 piece
vossy1
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vossy1
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   Old Thread  #7 21 May 2024 at 8.10am  0  Login    Register
In reply to Post #4
+1, got the 9' Greys Stalker, it's a lovely rod, great action for playing fish but enough power once properly curved into.
essesxandy
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essesxandy
   Old Thread  #6 21 May 2024 at 7.54am  0  Login    Register
I've got a Scope 9ft 2.25tc and have found it ideal for float fishing with lighter lines (6-12lb). I'm sure it'd be a decent close range floater rod.
tazi
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tazi
   Old Thread  #5 20 May 2024 at 8.45pm  0  Login    Register
In reply to Post #4
Got the 9ft 2 piece and the 7ft jungle stick and use them for float fishing amongst the snags.
popcorn
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   Old Thread  #4 20 May 2024 at 6.38pm  0  Login    Register
Greys stalking rod, available in 7' or 9' are worth a look. 3 piece so pack as small as retractable, without the risk (perceived or real?) of scratching up the retractable bit. Reasonable price too
runneil
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runneil
   Old Thread  #3 20 May 2024 at 12.47pm  0  Login    Register
In reply to Post #1
I've used the whychwood extricator rods in 9ft for my stalking, had fish to 38lb and no issues at all . Plenty of backbone in these rods should you need it and I've got some big fish out of dense lily pads on numerous occasions. Not too expensive either !
Carp87NL
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Carp87NL
   Old Thread  #2 19 May 2024 at 9.04pm  1  Login    Register
Maybe a scope 9" 2,25lb?

Have 2 SawnOff 2lb and found the rods ideal for short distance hit and hold situations. For surface fishing I would prefer a longer rod. Most of the time will use then a 11" Harrison 4-piece Avon.

chillen81
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chillen81
   Old Thread  #1 19 May 2024 at 5.19pm  0  Login    Register
Hi all I'm looking at buying a 9ft or 10ft stalking rod, the carp go up to 20lb and there's plenty of lily beds so need something with a bit of back bone but light enough to use 10lb line free lining bread I'm using a scope sawn off at the moment but found it a bit hairy when close to lily beds ant suggestions
Not worried about price either
Cheers
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