Thread: Suggestions for another king rod

So I'm trying to decide on a King rod blank that will allow longer than average cast while using average sized LY's and cigs and also occasionally Size 14 X Raps. I don't know whether I should go with a 9' or 8', K Guides, or wire. I'll be using braid. I would like something that will balance well with a VS150. I've looked at a few blanks and I like the Lamiglass GLB108-1MH, Phenix Black Diamond Hybrid PHD837ML-B, or a Seeker SPS85 but just don't know what configuration I should go with. Thanks in advance.

Ps85 is going to be to heavy. Personally I would look into the pacbay rainforest 1087 built with k guides on a true concept guide layout. Should help with casting distance and have plenty of power to really send the lures out there. The lamiglass blank is another good choice. I would steer clear of the Phoenix due to it being a thick walled blank and they tend to be on the x-fast side which doesn't work real well with natural baits. What it really is going to come down to is personal preference and finding a builder who will put in the time to play with guide layout and test cast to find the optimal balance of guide layout and performance. Let me know if I can help in any other way.

I have a Glb1081mh you can check out but I don't think you will like it for what your wanting to do.

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