Do any of know of/if a store around Lafayette area that stocks/sells the Ozark (Tony Edgar) 10 foot Jig Pole?
Would like to buy local instead of having to order one on-line
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Do any of know of/if a store around Lafayette area that stocks/sells the Ozark (Tony Edgar) 10 foot Jig Pole?
Would like to buy local instead of having to order one on-line
I spoke to a lady at Ozark Rod Co., and she told me there no distributors in La. I had been buying mine in Henderson, but when they went out of business, that was it. Like you, the internet is not my favorite option. Grizzly Jig, dealt with directly or thru EBAY will probably work ok.
Grizzly Jig
I to used to get them in Henderson.
Also researched and saw Grizzle.com as well, guess I'll have to order one.
As an alternative I was considering trying a Tournament Choice from Academy. They are only about $22, but they seem too light a action for 10 feet.
Have any you tried the Academy Tournament Choice Jig Pole?
No, but the Academy here sells the Bucks UL w/ rear reel seat in 10' & 11'. My go to rod for jiggin'. Very sensitive and never tires the ol arm.
I was talking to treefrog and he mentioned a brand called pro angler tackle. said their rods were supposed to be lighter and tougher than any rod on the market. just bought me 2 ten footers, but haven't gotten my mitts on them yet. I will let yall know what I think when I test drive them. I also bought last year a couple of todd Huckabee rods. they are very nice. light and enough back bone to horse out a 2 pounder. but they are kinda pricy. but you get what you pay for. anyway--just thought I would throw my 2 cents into the ring. lol
doc :)
I own and have tried them all......I like the 11 ft. B and M Double Touch Duck Commander the best.....its around 70 bucks but worth it.
Is it made of copper? :-)Quote:
Originally Posted by "G"
But seriously what is it that so good about the rod that warrants the price tag?
I'll have to research it. But at that price we're moving into the over priced bass categories.
Well first off....Its a B and M......It has a nice cork handle....it has a rear reel seat but has a short stub handle behind the reel in case you want to put it in a rod holder while you are pouring coffee or something....It was designed by LA folks ( some of the Duck Commander staff). It has chartreuse markings every 12 inches to measure length of line out. It has two cut outs in the handle so you can rest a finger directly on the rod blank for a better feel of things. It is graphite....it balances great....it is very light. It is also very sensitive and you can feel the slightest bite. I am using a Mr. Crappie SOLO Jig Pole reel and the balance is fantastic.
"G" that does sound like a good pole, but part of that $70.00 probably pays for the Duck Commander name. That would be my guess.
The Ozark is about $50, it has great back bone for good hook sets and no problems lifting big fish
It has the cork handle and reel seat
Great rod as well for the money
Stopped by Academy yesterday and they had a 10 foot Berkeley for $50 that is close to the Ozark, just a little lighter in weight, may have to try it
Whatever you think......I went from a Sam Heaton to a Ozark.....then to the Duck Commander. It definately has a better feel.....to me anyway.
Hey pat I went to the b&m pole cause of the lack of stores here having the ozark a and they work well
I still like and use my Ozark for jiggling in heavy brush.....its stiffer and has a titanium tip and works good to punch hung jigs loose.
10' Lews Walley Marshel Solo rod is a good one also, my favorite so far. It's sensitive like the B & M ultra lite but has a great backbone. I'm not to fond of the Solo reels though. I have one on it and have a lot of problems with it. Anyone have a different reel they use for the Jig poles?
B and M has a new jig pole reel out but I have not tried one yet.
I have a pro angler 8' with a small bait caster and use it for jigging. Love it. Going to get a 10' too. I to have a hard time paying over $50 for a rod and $50 for a reel. The pro angler was right at $50 it a little over. I would probably shell out $70 for the BnM if it felt right.
Decided to try the B & M Duck Commander, picked one up at Academy this morning
waiting for the rain to quit, looks like I will not get to try it out till tomorrow
I really think you will like it
Thanks for all the input
Wow. That's really nice. My rear seat pole is great but I can't put it in a rod holder. What length do you have?Quote:
Originally Posted by "G"
I must second what "G" said as I have one just like his and got it from the same place and the same time.
"gene"
Mine is a 11 ft.Quote:
Originally Posted by RichWentFishing504
They are two piece, but I know no one likes taking a pole apart to stow it
have 10 foot poles stowed in one piece, I tuck the ends under my troll motor mount on the front deck and the reel end goes back to the passenger seat along the side wall of the boat