[jimmylong]

The stoked is a stiff rod and you don't get a lot of feedback through the blank when casting,I didn't like it.
I haven't cast the laxa but I believe it's the same blank that was in the "reach " series which had a nice action

 

[jimmylong]

You budget might not stretch this far but the vision hero kit is miles better than your options

 

[jimmylong]

So I’ve been doing loads of research today I have a budget of around £300, I’ve been looking at 2 rods which come with reels and lines also,

Theres the Guideline Stoked and also the Guideline Laxa,

I’ve attached a quote about the stoked being aimed at beginners due to how it feels, please let me know what you guys think?

The Guideline Stoked salmon rod offers excellent performance and value, particularly for beginners and intermediate casters, due to its light, responsive, and forgiving medium-fast action. It is known for its ease of casting, good "feel," and progressive blank, featuring eco-friendly components and stylish designs. While not a premium rod, its performance "far beyond that you would expect" at its price point makes it a great option for salmon, sea trout, and larger trout.

Regards

Andy

The stoked would not be my choice of rod especially for a beginner, it's stiff and gives little feedback through the blank when casting, the shakespeare oracle scandi would be a far better option and looks the part if that's important to you ,a rio svt multi tip line is as easy a line to cast as you'll find and you should. pick one up for under £100 on here used, stick up a "wanted" post ..
You'll get a better overall outfit for your 300 pounds over the kit
There is a rio svt on ebay at the moment for buy now 105 pounds under rio scandi versi tip in 9#,pair that with the 13,9 shakespeare ,also on ebay for 120 pounds and you'll have a great bit of kit with change for a reel