SproDD79

Thoughts and prayers are with you.

Has anyone held the new zillion spinning rods? From what I read the handles are very long,I don't care for long handles on spinning rods. Looking for confirmation on this.

Majorcraft Basspara 7ft ML , you can get it for $100 during a sale at TW.

The 7ft ML spinning is an amazing neko ned rod. I'm hopeful Daiwa brings them back with new and improved components.

I have the 7'3 XH , it can totally work as a frog rod, I use it as my heavy jig rod an love it. I like the 7'3 XH so much I just ordered the 7ft H without handling it based on how impressed I am with the 7'3.

I just ordered the 7ft H model(The monkey said the Omnia deal is too good to pass up) I figure since I have the 7'3XH, my thought process is to go with something not too similar. Thanks for the input everyone.

I'm torn, these two rods seem identical except one is 2 inches longer. I'm hoping someone gives me some insight that pushes me in one direction over the other, last night I was all about the 7'2 , now I'm thinking the 7 may give me more control. I am going to get one of them, either way I can't imagine I'm going to be at a loss whichever I pick.

I have the 7'3 XH moderate action, I love it, but it's too much rod for a 3/4 or 1oz in my opinion. I use it for 1 oz or 1 1/4 oz jigs with bulky trailers. It's the reason I want to pick up a H action.

I'm thinking about picking up a H action casting Expride B , the rod comes in a 7ft and 7'2ft. The specs on TW seem exactly the same other then length. Is there and advantage to one over the other, I plan on using it for 1 oz jigs in heavier cover. I'm leaning towards the 7ft because I'm in a jonboat and wont need to cast very far. Any input is appreciated.

I would fill the pits with wood glue, sand down the handle to make nice and smooth, then apply U40. Being older shouldn't be an issue.

I picked up 7ft ML Kage Walleye XF, it's light and sensitive. I find the grip to be very comfortable with no issues keeping the reel secure. I use it for neds and neko rigs, I do not find it stiff, I have been very happy with it.

I have the 7'2 ML Expride B spinning, it's pretty stout for the ML rating, I would say it's actually closer to M. For what you described, I would go with the 7'2 ML Expride B.

Sensitivity is the priority, I second NorthernBasser with the Expride B, they are a straight up winner for sure. I would add the Zodias to the list as well, I think they look great and I find them to be plenty sensitive. Honorable mention going to the Daiwa Rebllion spinning rods.

I'm a big fan of x9, on spinning gear I run 10lb, on most casting gear I run 20 or 30lb. I don't see a need to adjust line sizes based on diameter. I have been very happy with it.

Smallmouth and rock bass have really been into the ned bug this year on the lakes I fish.