the base bolt clamps of those models are too narrow to fit anything bigger than a 10 foot rod. if you surf fish, you probably use a 12 or larger rod. That is a huge problem.
What rod/reel would you recommend then? I ordered the standard 15 not the casting special and can send it back. I haven't picked a rod out. I intend to use it for mainly surf fishing on the East and West Coast of USA.
Hi just curious but would the mag side plate on this penn fathom II 15 fit the penn fathom II 15 Casting special as the mag dial on the 15cs digs into the wrist when retrieving making it very uncomfortable to use and is putting some off buying the casting special.