Which Carp Rod Do You own and use?

Tenkara
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Hello,

I’m seriously interested in trying my hand with carp fishing. Just wondering which carp rod you own, and I’m especially interested in the Japanese carp rods . . . looking for a make and model to buy.

Thanks for any replies,

Resolute Tenkara

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I have had the nissin flying dragon and still own a nissin Kyogi 18.

I have not used the kyogi in a few years and would consider selling it. I mostly fish for small wild trout with fixed line.

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I bought an inexpensive ($50) off brand fixed line rod on eBay five years ago. I only use it on a large pond behind my hose, so did not want to invest much. It’s 23ft and I use a Dragontail Ougachi 20ft line., and usually 4x tippet, and Orange Carp Crack flys. It is a ball to fish them. You have to drop that fly right in front of the feeding fish, but gentle enough not to spook. It’s difficult with a cheap rod, but doable When you hook one, it is a fun ride (remember the power curve!).

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@ResoluteTenkara

Fred,
Sorry for such a long delay in posting the Kyogi 18. Work and family priorities had me pinned!