Good Afternoon, All -
I am reaching out for assistance with setting myself up for this season. I started fishing last summer and purchased a Bass pro shop Bait Caster & Rod. Pro Qualifier 6.4:1 and Bionic Blade Jig Rod. I didn't research anything thing and purchased it because they were on sale. From reading it looks like i want a 7.1:1 for Jigs and not a 6.4:1..
I was browsing the forums in hopes of finding a deal on a Rod for $100 or less and St croix had rage rods 2 for $100, they arrived yesterday. I prefer to use a left handed which has limited my choices. Please let me know what you think. I will be bank fishing the mucky water of NJ
1. BPS Bionic Blade Rod - 7' Heavy Fast - Jig & Frogs
$130 or less (less preferred)
7.1:1 Left hand
Lew's Laser® Pro Speed $79.99 on sale
Lew's Mach I Speed Spool $120
Daiwa Tatula CT 7.3:1 - $129.99
2. St Croix Rage Rod - 7'1 Medium Fast - Plastics and Misc. This will be my main set up so I am spending a little more on the reel
$225 Max. I prefer not to spend as much if not required to get a smooth and light set up.
DAIWA ZILLION WITH TWS 6.3:1 - $180 on sale
Thirteen(13) fishing Casting A 6.6:1 $175
LEW'S PRO SPEED TLP1HZL - 6.4:1 $200 on sale
Daiwa Tatula 100 6.3:1 $149.99
Will i see a difference going a litle more expensive then the Tatula? I know i am little all over the place but these are the feels i have found with a good reviews in my price range.
3. St Croix Rage Rod - 7'2 Medium Medium - Crank Baits
Bass Pro Shop Pro Qualifier 6.4:1 ( I know i should be using a lower gear ratio but it will have to do for now)
Thanks,
Ricky