01-12-2010, 03:08 AM
I would go the opposite, get a decent cheap setup, i run a 2500 daiwa, with a locally produced whippy rod, and 8Lb braid, setup was on special for $65. you don't need expensive rods and reels for squid, they honestly don't test your gear that much. Look for the quality cheaper setups, 2500 is definitely a nice lightly weighted starting point for a reel, and a 6-10Lb rod for that whippy feeling. The jig is not dependant on colour, as squid are colourblind! BUT they are not blind to shades of colour, go for something that looks natural, i prefer a white belly with a dark back. Harimitsu make a great jig, I'm still looking for a jig to surpass my little Hari battler.
The best thing you can do in my opinion is check out a few EGI videos on YOUTUBE. seriously, jigs count, but it's all in the action. Learn that, and you'll hit every squid that's in the area.
The best thing you can do in my opinion is check out a few EGI videos on YOUTUBE. seriously, jigs count, but it's all in the action. Learn that, and you'll hit every squid that's in the area.