i m looking for a new sea trout rod (as the other has snapped). Looking for a 10 - 11 foot and mid to top soft with 7/8wt. I was looking at the Greys GRXI+. I was just wondering if anyone has used one or if there are any more recommendations?

The grxi rods are ok.I have just started using a flextec powertech switch rod for a 7/8 line for £60 its a bargain good with a double taper in low water and great with a shooting head in higher flows landed a 12lb salmon first time out with it

i ve been looking at the Sharpes belmont 10 foot 6. 7/8wt. Anyone used 1? any good?

If you can get your hands on a Greys Platinum XD 10' 7# - it takes no nonsense from sea trout.

I know that Homleigh Garden Centre (google them - angling dept) still have some old stock (around £190) new with warranty.



edited to add - I don't know if they will do mail orders though.

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Had the Belmont for a while it's not a very good rod and it's quiet heavy for a 7wt

The GRXi+ is much better than the older GRXi IMO.

greys platinum xd great rods for trout sea trout and salmon always check ebay great rods imho

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Iam very happy with my Falkus 10'6" hexagraph ,I even know madmen who own 2 .
However I am an OF but would suggest a10ft scott would be my choice were I in the market for a sewin rod!

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You should seriously consider the Fulling Mill Gold 10 #7 as it is pretty much just what you are describing and available for well under £100. I now have two of them and can't fault them as a sea trout rod, the only criticism would be that they are a little heavy compared to some others.

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