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Best type of Rod or Pole for Rockfish Fishing Rod-wise, the best rods for rockfish fishing are in the medium to medium-heavy range and capable of handling sinkers up to 12, 14, 16 or even 32 ounces to cover most situations youll find yourself on the West Coast

With most baitcasting rods, the power can range from medium to extra-heavy

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Dial in the size and power right, and a Shimano Teramar will make for a fantastic all-around inshore rod for just about everything from jigging and popping to all forms of bait-fishing, though it really outshines the competition with lures within its recommended weight range