Category: fishing outfits

Hi italo do you think there is a difference between fiberglass and aeroglass fishing rods? I think I have one of each. Which one is better for still fishing and watching the tip of the rod? Thank you

Posted on September 15th, 2023

Hi Dako, they are both fiberglass blanks that are more flexible then graphite. Both are fine for still fishing with live bait and watching your rod top for bites…God bless you.

Make sure to check the fishing videos on our Italo Labignan YouTube channel and if you have any questions just email them to me at Ask Italo throughout our www.canadian-sportfishing.com website.

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Hi,I’m looking to upgrade my main fishing rod, and sponsorship bias aside, I would like some recommendations.Helpful info for you….I use spinning reels only.It will be for fishing 1/4- 3/4oz spinnerbaits only, targeting bass.Fishing from a boat with no overhead casting issues. I also have a large vehicle, so it can be 1 or 2 piece.Most fishing will be on the Niagara River, and not around heavy cover or structureLooking to spend between $150-300.I prefer cork handles, but am ok with EVA too.Thanks for the help with this, and for all the help and suggestions you’ve proved through your TV show!- Dan

Posted on March 31st, 2023

Hi Dan, thank you for your kind words. I would suggest you look at the Duckett series of spinning rods. Their rods are extremely light, sensitive and strong. I worked with Duckett to create a special “Walleye-series” and I believe the 7′, 1-piece M spinning rod would be perfect for your type of multi-species fishing, https://duckettfishing.com/shop/walleye-series-spinning-rod/ …God bless you.

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Hi Italo, what is the difference between shallow and deep spools on spinning reels? I guess i can put more line on a deep spool but what about performence? Is there a chance of line coiling and twisting more on one vs the other? thank you!

Posted on March 4th, 2023

Hi Angler, shallow spools are fine for anglers mostly casting & retrieving or drifting and bottom fishing in shallower water where you normally don’t use more then the first 200′ of line. The deeper spools are ideal if you like to troll with a long line of up to 500′. They should both cast well if the line is properly loaded to within 1/8″ of the rim of the spool…God bless you.

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Hello Italo,i was talking to you about your new line of walleye rods at Peters on Sat March 27.Is there anyway to get my hands on them? We are heading back to Lady Evelyn the end of May and I would like to try them out.Thanks for your time.Tim

Posted on March 27th, 2022

Hi Tim, nice talking to you outside Pete’s Tackle. You can order the rods directly from https://www.duckettfishing.com/rods . They are a new line and I would suggest you call the number on their website to confirm they can ship to your address. The light-action spinning series would be ideal for you to use at Lady Evelyn Lake.

Make sure to check the fishing videos on our Italo Labignan YouTube channel and if you have any questions just email them to me at Ask Italo throughout our www.canadian-sportfishing.com website.

 

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Hey Italo, I have seen one of your fishing videos on youtube and I saw this one reel you had used for pike, I believe you said it was an andreas reel. And so my question is, Where did you get that reel and can I buy it online?Youtube Video: Tips for serious Pike fishing, Rods and Reels

Posted on January 17th, 2021

Hi Christian, that reel was made by Rapala, https://www.amazon.ca/Rapala-AR400-Andros-Casting-Bearings/dp/B06X6HF87S . Excellent reel for larger fish like big Pike, Musky, Lake Trout & Salmon…God bless you.

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Hi Italo, what do you think about a spinning reel with a size 3000? Is this size okay for variety of freshwater fish species? thank you

Posted on October 6th, 2020

Hi Dako, if you match the 3000 size reel to the right rod and it feels balanced when using  it should be fine for a variety of freshwater fish species…God bless you.

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Hi Italo, I purchased a 6″6″ ML F with a size 30 spinning reel as my starter/beginner equipment to catch rainbow trout and kokanee up to a pound or two if lucky. I would like a second rod to go with my size 40 reel to move up to heavier lake trout, walleye and pike. I was thinking a MHF in 6’6″ or 7′. Any suggestions?

Posted on April 29th, 2020

Hi Steven, Yup, a I would go with a 7-7 ½’ Medium Action with a larger reel and load it with 20 lb. braided line (only 6lb. monofilament diameter). You should be able to handle pretty big fish with it and it should be still sensitive enough to enjoy landing smaller fish…God bless you.

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Hi Italo,Where can I purchase Rapala F2 ultralight rods that you used on Lady Evelyn Lake while fishing for walleye and staying at red pine wilderness lodge ? I’m located in Mississauga.Thanks,Barry

Posted on April 28th, 2020

Hi Barry, I can’t answer that question since I don’t know if they continue to carry them at Rapala. I suggest you contact their head office in Oshawa, ON and ask, 905-571-3001…God bless you.

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Hi Italo, what kind of rod action is best for “still fishing”? By “still fishing” I mean watching the tip of the fishing rod. Are fast action rods more sensitive? Thank you!

Posted on September 27th, 2019

Hi Dako…Best action in a fishing rod for still fishing with live, dead or prepared bait  is one that when you shake the rod it flexes from the mid-section to the tip. On the blank it would be marked as “light to medium action”. But the description may not be correct on the rod so it’s best to “shake” the rod in the store and test. The Ugly Stick is a classic example of a “soft-action” rod that works best for still fishing rather then casting hard lures. As you know besides detecting the bite, the softer rod let’s you set the hook gently while reeling so the fish closes his mouth more on the bait as you set the hook then ripping it out of its mouth with a stiffer rod and a big “jerk” hook-set.

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Hi Italo,I really enjoy your informative fishing program. Please keep up the good work.My question is: under what fishing situations would you use a fast retrieve (7.1:1) bait casting reel instead of a slower (5:1, 4:1) one?Thanks. Blessings, Bob

Posted on January 17th, 2019

Hi Bob, thank you for your encouraging words, will do my best!! Great question. High-speed gear ratios, like 7.1-to-1, are great when you need to reel a lure in fast that either  sinks quick (like a Rapala Snap Rap, or heavier spoon that you want to be able to cast far, but only swim just below the surface or above weeds), or in the case of a spinning lure that has a narrow blade and needs a pretty fast speed to work properly.  A slower 5-to-1 or 4-to-1 gear ratio is better if you need to slow down your handle rotation when fishing lures that have more water resistance like a shallow-running crankbait or KwikFish as an example. Sometimes if you reel those types of lure too fast they wont produce the best action. Good excuse for you to get both speed of reels!!…God bless you.

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