zildjian

Ok so slower gear ratio make the cranks dive deeper. So the zillion 4:9.1 will be great for my 765CB RM Rod because I can use that setup for my cranks that dive 15-20ft. What reel do you recommend for shallow crankin like 3' - 6'?

I basically want to buy two crankbait reels. One for shallow running cranks and another for deep runners.

Hey guys, I'm looking to buy a reel for my crankbait rods. I have a Dobyns 705 CB and the 765 CB RM for deep running crankbaits. My question now, is I want good gear ratio crankbait reels for them. But I didn't want to buy anything without doing research first. I hear a lot about the Diawa Zillion CC (Crazy Cranker) gear ratio of 4:9.1 and the Revo Winch. Gear ratio 5:4.1 is the winch model better for the deeper diving cranks, while the slower gear ratio Zillion is more suitable for shallower running cranks? I just wanted to hear some opinions, and personal preferences of reel choices for my two rods for crankin. Thanks! -Zildjian

You got it man!

I just picked up the 764 CB RM

Thanks guys for the comments!

Hey guys, I just bought a new bass boat and I wanted to start fishing crankbaits more. My 6'9" MH isn't cutting it lol I want to get a rod that i can fish mid shallow/deep water while running my crank baits. Wasn't sure if you guys prefer any specific rod company's, size and action for this type of all around cranking rod. I've been doing research and checking various forums, and I noticed most people suggest around 7'6" MH cranking rod with a slower gear ratio reel like 5:1's. Then I noticed a huge debate on Glass cranking rods vs Graphite Rods. Not sure which would be better or not. But I know lots of people were talking about the Dobyns line of cranking rods. Also, as a new boat owner, I'm so happy to actually be out on the lake and start to fish for real, but once I get out there I have no idea what I'm doing. I've been just trolling the shorelines, but the water is so deep. Everywhere is like 15-20ft so spots are really shallow. But I'm having a hard time finding fish properly and I'm not sure what to throw and where. I know crankbaits are great lures and especially around this season (summer) but I never throw them while shoreline fishing. But now I'm on the water and I have no idea what I'm doing. I'm fishing lots of visual cover too, but everywhere is so deep. Any help would be awesome! Thank you guys! -Zildjian

That's awesome. Sucks the rod broke though! Thanks for the comment!