Rods
I like short butt rods (12"-13") so that they do not get in my way on the kayak.
Okuma talks about the value of long-butt rods for kayak fishing. I know that they have some value (16"-18") by putting them under your armpit for leverage (not a coffee-grinder) but they just get in the way when going around the kayak for instance. They are also awkward casting from a sitting position.
Trigger grip handles just do not have the leverage for the larger fish (IMHO). Even a sand bass or spottie was beating me up on my short-grip rod.
From a standing position you are "supposed" to have a flipping rod butt come just to the back of your elbow when you are holding the reel for casting. For tuna and larger fish you would use the longer butt to use leverage under your arm at shoulder or in rod belt with you holding the foregrip (or railing the foregrip).
any thoughts?
steve
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