Doubled Over Posted January 25, 2013 Posted January 25, 2013 Well, it's about time to sink some more money on this weird, but so addictive, sport/hobby we have come to know as fishing. Really what I am looking for is your opinion on what rod I should buy next, because I can't choose . I plan to pair it with my 201e6, with a 6.5:1 ratio, which is spooled with 30lb braid (put it on without thinking in an effort to clean up space after the Christmas shopping). I either want a rod for open water jigs and c-rigs, or one for pitching and flipping light to medium cover. Not looking for any brand names or anything, but just the power, action, length, etc., that you would suggest for them. I don't have a problem pulling off the braid if you think it doesn't fit, but I might just use some that is on for backing. Thanks for your input. Quote
bassinbrian Posted January 25, 2013 Posted January 25, 2013 7' MH F Never thought I would agree with him but.... X2! 1 Quote
Super User rockchalk06 Posted January 25, 2013 Super User Posted January 25, 2013 I would say 7' to 7'3 MH but it depends on the jig weight. I know rods are marked for the weight but not all rods are created equal. For example, my MH Shock rod says it will handle 1 1/4 oz. A 1/2 oz jig with trailer feels way to overloaded to me. I had to jump to a heavy rod. Quote
mnbassman23 Posted January 25, 2013 Posted January 25, 2013 I'll play devils advocate here 7'6" MH F Personally if i'm fishing open water c-rigs or deep jigs I look at length as my friend. You pick up more line/slack if the fish is swimming towards you and also create more leverage on your hooksets for those long casts. On that note you can cast your lure farther with a longer rod as well. I also prefer flipping with a slightly longer rod even if it's not to a lot of cover. If you pitch more than flip than it probably does not matter, but if you flip a fair amount the longer rod will allow you to cover a greater distance. Also if you do get into some moderate to heavy cover from time to time the 7'6" will give you more leverage to get them out of the junk.. 2 Quote
Super User Teal Posted January 25, 2013 Super User Posted January 25, 2013 I'll play devils advocate here 7'6" MH F Personally if i'm fishing open water c-rigs or deep jigs I look at length as my friend. You pick up more line/slack if the fish is swimming towards you and also create more leverage on your hooksets for those long casts. On that note you can cast your lure farther with a longer rod as well. I also prefer flipping with a slightly longer rod even if it's not to a lot of cover. If you pitch more than flip than it probably does not matter, but if you flip a fair amount the longer rod will allow you to cover a greater distance. Also if you do get into some moderate to heavy cover from time to time the 7'6" will give you more leverage to get them out of the junk.. Mnbassman hit it on the head. Couldnt have said it better. I like a long rod for c rigs and football jigs. And 76 is standard for a flippin and pitchin. 1 Quote
Doubled Over Posted January 25, 2013 Author Posted January 25, 2013 Thanks guys, will be heading to my local tackle shop to pick up a new toy soon. Quote
nwmike Posted January 25, 2013 Posted January 25, 2013 7'6" mh fast.I have a powell 804 on the way to use for c rigs and pitchin can't wait. 1 Quote
BassinB Posted January 25, 2013 Posted January 25, 2013 The rod selection is what I would have said as well. But just a little tip: Dont use braid as backing. it swells and dries and has a tendency to slip on the spool. good cheap mono is perfect backing. Quote
Super User *Hootie Posted January 25, 2013 Super User Posted January 25, 2013 7' MH F WHAT!!!.... No commercial!!!.........lol Hootie Quote
Super User rockchalk06 Posted January 25, 2013 Super User Posted January 25, 2013 WHAT!!!.... No commercial!!!.........lolHootie He got me to dab a little in the Shitmano koolaide. I think his work is complete! Quote
Super User South FLA Posted January 25, 2013 Super User Posted January 25, 2013 As everyone said, 6' 8" to 7'6", if it was primarily a C-rig the longer the better, but for close in pitching 7' would be great. Med Hvy, fast taper is the go to standard. Remember not all manufactures Med Hvy Fast actions are the same. I know that you did not necessarily want name brands, but I can recommend from using the following rods Shimano Crucial or Cumara, St. Croix Avids, G Loomis GLXs and Dobyn 704c. All are great rods! As far as braid you should be fine with 30lb braid Quote
skeletor6 Posted January 25, 2013 Posted January 25, 2013 The only thing that does not vary between companies and product lines is length. Action and power will vary between each manufacturer and line of rods they put out. You are much better off with specific rod selections than just going out and getting "X" length rod that is MH/F. And of course to do that properly you will need a price range. Quote
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