Azza_Fishing Posted November 7, 2020 Share Posted November 7, 2020 Hi all, Today I made the worst mistake possible and bought the wrong rod and line to go with my baitcaster. I bought an 8lb braid (0.13mm) and then I bought a baitcaster rod which has a cast weight of 10-30g and line from 6-12kg. I was talking to some of my mates and they said the rod I bought is suited for kingfish and other big species rather than small estuary fish such as bream, whiting and smaller flathead (bought the rod to target those species). I can't return it to a shop because of their no return POLICY. Don't know if I should keep the 8lb braid on, or just take it all off and replace it with a heavier line. I want to keep on using it to fish, but, can't think on what to do with it. Any suggestions on what to do. Cheers Azza_Fishing Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JonD Posted November 7, 2020 Share Posted November 7, 2020 (edited) Are you sure it has a lure weight of 10-30g and line class of 6-12 ? Casting weigh seems right but 6-12 seems heavy for such a light cast weight, its not really a kingfish outfit as its to light but also a bit heavy for the estuary but still useable in my opinion. What make of rod is it, sounds more like a Barra rod . Edited November 7, 2020 by JonD 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rebel Posted November 7, 2020 Share Posted November 7, 2020 If you haven't used the rod you should be able to return it. Have you still got your receipt ? Most shops will let you exchange it for another rod. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Azza_Fishing Posted November 7, 2020 Author Share Posted November 7, 2020 14 hours ago, JonD said: Are you sure it has a lure weight of 10-30g and line class of 6-12 ? Casting weigh seems right but 6-12 seems heavy for such a light cast weight, its not really a kingfish outfit as its to light but also a bit heavy for the estuary but still useable in my opinion. What make of rod is it, sounds more like a Barra rod . It is the Daiwa Revros Baitcaster Rod (1 piece) graphite. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Little_Flatty Posted November 7, 2020 Share Posted November 7, 2020 Maybe it might work for flicking bigger plastics/hardbodies for bigger flathead and mulloway? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Azza_Fishing Posted November 7, 2020 Author Share Posted November 7, 2020 3 minutes ago, Little_Flatty said: Maybe it might work for flicking bigger plastics/hardbodies for bigger flathead and mulloway? I'll give it a go. Do you have any suggestions for the plastics/hardbodies to use for targeting the big flathead and jewfish. Cheers Aaron Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Little_Flatty Posted November 7, 2020 Share Posted November 7, 2020 6 minutes ago, Azza_Fishing said: I'll give it a go. Do you have any suggestions for the plastics/hardbodies to use for targeting the big flathead and jewfish. Cheers Aaron Not really my domain, but maybe some soft vibes like a Samaki or the like? I'll leave it to the experts. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dirvin21 Posted November 8, 2020 Share Posted November 8, 2020 go 20lb braid and use it for bigger lures like 95mm softvibes 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JAKSShark Posted November 8, 2020 Share Posted November 8, 2020 Btw if u have bought this within 14 days it is a legal have to in aus for shops to accept a return if there is no damage and within 14 days of sale 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Azza_Fishing Posted November 8, 2020 Author Share Posted November 8, 2020 14 minutes ago, JAKSShark said: Btw if u have bought this within 14 days it is a legal have to in aus for shops to accept a return if there is no damage and within 14 days of sale I still have the receipt and there is no damage, however I have already used it, so I can't return it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lastworm Posted November 8, 2020 Share Posted November 8, 2020 eBay. Cut your losses, buy the rod you need. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kingie chaser Posted November 8, 2020 Share Posted November 8, 2020 (edited) I don't know a store that has a no return policy? It's against Austrailian consumer law! The rod you bought would be classed as a medium, sure you could catch rat to hoodlem kingfish with it but it would probably also be a good open water snapper rod to. Anyway it might not be what you wanted right now but unless you intend to just catch bream all your life you will use the rod eventually. Ask any dedicated fisho how many rods they own & if they say 4 or 5 they are lying 😁 I thing I am at about 20 + now but I don't have a problem 😅 🤫 Edited November 8, 2020 by kingie chaser 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
anthman Posted November 9, 2020 Share Posted November 9, 2020 21 hours ago, kingie chaser said: I don't know a store that has a no return policy? It's against Austrailian consumer law! The rod you bought would be classed as a medium, sure you could catch rat to hoodlem kingfish with it but it would probably also be a good open water snapper rod to. Anyway it might not be what you wanted right now but unless you intend to just catch bream all your life you will use the rod eventually. Ask any dedicated fisho how many rods they own & if they say 4 or 5 they are lying 😁 I thing I am at about 20 + now but I don't have a problem 😅 🤫 I have well eclipsed 50, might be over 70. I've since stopped...for now 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kingie chaser Posted November 21, 2020 Share Posted November 21, 2020 (edited) On 11/9/2020 at 7:00 PM, anthman said: I have well eclipsed 50, might be over 70. I've since stopped...for now LoL, I guess you could say its either a fetish or a sickness ...................either way as long as it brings you enjoyment without getting you devorced it all good 🤣 Then again I dont have to explain anything to another half so looks like I am lagging behind in the rod department, but as I dont have a boat to get me into offshore I dont need a lot of that gear..............for now😉 Edited November 21, 2020 by kingie chaser 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Volitan Posted November 21, 2020 Share Posted November 21, 2020 (edited) There is some misinformation here so let’s clear it up. It is not against the law for a vendor to refuse return of the goods in this case. under Aus consumer law you only have the statutory right to a refund if the goods are faulty or unfit for purpose. however in the case of goods ‘unfit for purpose’ then you only have a statutory right to refund/repair if you relied on the salesperson’s judgement or representations when selecting the purchase. For example if you said ‘I need a rod for estuary bream’ and the salesperson said ‘this is the rod you need, it is ideal for bream’. you do not have the legal right to refund if the goods are sound but you change your mind, or you find they are unfit for purpose and you relied on your own judgement in making the decision to purchase. I assume the OP’s purchase falls into the latter category. the situation has been muddied somewhat because larger stores (KMart, Bunnings) have adopted a more lenient policy as a marketing strategy, leading to the misunderstanding among many people that they have some type of universal statutory entitlement to a refund. There is also confusion about 14 day periods but this only applies to certain classes of goods/service subject to cooling off periods - most of which were bought in to stop door to door salespeople preying on the vulnerable. a further point, if the goods are faulty or unfit then it makes no difference if they are used, removed from packaging etc - its basically down to how long you had service from the item and what is a reasonable expectation for goods in their price bracket. this page explains it best - especially the second paragraph. https://www.accc.gov.au/consumers/consumer-rights-guarantees/repair-replace-refund Edited November 21, 2020 by Volitan 1 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kingie chaser Posted November 21, 2020 Share Posted November 21, 2020 (edited) Still, I would be surprised that as long as the rod still had the tags on it & obviously not used that a business wouldn't allow a customer to exchange in a timely manner for a different line class or even say store credit. It's in their best interest if they want the continuing custom. Sure, if you've used it & there is no manufacturer fault then you bought it. Edited November 21, 2020 by kingie chaser 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rebel Posted November 21, 2020 Share Posted November 21, 2020 As he said he used the rod. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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