Adding a new rod to my collection-need advice

[Tomhusker]

I am in need of a second catfishing rod and am looking to see what others are using. I'd like to say that money is no object, but these days, well, you know how it is.
I will be fishing the Platte and Loup and am targeting flatties. I will mate a Penn 309 to what ever rod I get.

So let's hear your ideas and recommendations for a tough, budget friendly kitty rod.

[truhusker]

Depends, man. Are you fishing from a boat or bank? I use 12' daiwa beefsticks, but I do a lot of lake bankfishing so I need a long cast. For rivers, a shorter stiff rod will probably suit you better.
Also, you're pairing a baitcast reel. Cheap baitcasting rods can sometimes be harder to find than spincast.

There's one that comes to mind first that I think might fit what you're looking for... Berkeley Big Game. 7' or 8'. Walmart for $20-$30 bucks. I've seen them on clearance for less. Don't let the price fool you, they're decent rods.

[Tomhusker]

Thanks, I'll check them out. I have wondered about those rods.

Almost all of my fishing will be bank fishing.

[catfish_hunter01]

The Zebco fighter rods from Renegade are pretty good for the money. You might also consider Eagle Claw rods if you want something under $75.

[catfishbrew]

I like the cabelas king kat rods for $30. When they go on sale you can get them for $20. For a low budget rod they are hard to beat.
Also, its an all white rod and easy to see at night with very little light.

[truhusker]

Also try out the local pawn shop/s, you can sometimes find quality gear on the cheap.

[flathead_hunter]

i have 6 twc with penn s on them and love them if you want a good rod for all types of fishing channels blues and flathead they will do the job if you want to go a little bit cheaper try a big cat or a cat max from bass pro i know them are some stout rods and are really good asxwell and can handle any size fish you can get catfish connection has the berkley e cats i have one it is a good rod as well

[bownero]

I would like to add to check out the Berkley CATMAXX rods also. I own one and love it. Bought it at a local Bass Pro Shops outlet store for $35 or so. Maybe give the Uglystick some consideration also. Just opt for a more heavy duty Uglystick for your Flathead Catfish requirements! GOOD FISHING BRO!

[Tomhusker]

Also try out the local pawn shop/s, you can sometimes find quality gear on the cheap.

I went to the local pawn shop today and found, what I hope is, a great deal. They had a 8 ft Cabela's King Kat rod mated to an ALMOST new Penn 309, spooled up and ready to go. I paid $70 for the whole outfit.
Not real fond of two piece rods, but it will do until I can find a good sale on something else.

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[SHAWNFISH]

I went to the local pawn shop today and found, what I hope is, a great deal. They had a 8 ft Cabela's King Kat rod mated to an ALMOST new Penn 309, spooled up and ready to go. I paid $70 for the whole outfit.
Not real fond of two piece rods, but it will do until I can find a good sale on something else.

not fond of 2 peice rods either, never had a bad experience with one its just a mental thing with me. you got a good deal on the kingkat and penn. thats a good deal on the reel alone, so im told.