Got a New rod & reel. question is...

[the_skdster]

Was browsing BPS and decided to buy myself a new set.
Ended up getting the Tourney Special IM-7 Graphite MH 6'6" rod and Pflueger Supreme 8035MG.
Now I'm wondering if I should return the 35MG and get the 40MG, since it holds tons more line I can go after Salmon as well, when the time comes. I'll need a new rod obviously, but thats at another time.

8035MG 200 yards / 8 Lb. 6.2:1 8.8 oz
8040MG 250 yards / 10 Lb. 6.2:1 9.6 oz

What say you, oh knowledgeable people of the OFF?

Also, whats you think abouts me rod?

 

[YAWN]

All I can say really is that when it comes to Salmon fishing for sure you need a monster size reel that can hold tons on line but over all in general do you really want to have to carry around a big real every time you head out? I know I don't.

I'd stick to the first one you already bought if your happy with it and when u get a chance pick up the larger reel for when salmon season rolls around that’s my thought!

 

[the_skdster]

Thanks for the input YAWN.
Guess thats the way to go.

Any comments on the rod?

 

[MikeyMikey]

Are you looking for a Casting setup for salmon fishing? From shore/pier ?

 

[the_skdster]

Are you looking for a Casting setup for salmon fishing? From shore/pier ?

Not really. Guess this is going to be my all-around setup, excluding Salmon, seeing as I'd need a new rod altogether.
When I do go Salmon though, yes, I'll be on the pier/shore.

 

[Garry2rs]

A big reel on a small rod is a nightmare. If you want to chase salmon, get a salmon outfit.
The reel you have now should fit the 6.5 rod nicely and will work on a slightly longer softer rod in the future as well.

 

[the_skdster]

How long of a rod am I looking at if I choose to Salmon? 8.5?

 

[MikeyMikey]

8'6" ~ 9'6" Medium Heavy will do.