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Old 03-20-2018, 10:07 AM
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Originally Posted by pinelakeperch View Post
Thanks for the recommendations! I picked up a couple of the Ugly Stik Catfish rods for $43 a piece. Haven't decided on a reel yet.
200+ yards of 50 lb braid and at least 15 lbs max drag is what I recommend for Lake Sturgeon.

If you are wanting to buy a dedicated sturgeon combo then I would recommend a 6000 size Shimano(or equivalent). 5000 is big enough for most situations but you probably want to downsize to 40 lb braid to get a bit more line on it(160 yards of 40 lb power pro).

I would look at the new Sedona FI 6000. The Sedona has been a decent reasonably priced reel and they just upgraded it significantly with stronger gears, higher drag and lighter weight. They will hold 195 yards of 50 lb braid and have 22 lbs of drag, Fishin Hole has them listed for $120 so your total cost will be under the 200 budget you set out.
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