Most Sensitive Rod For Soft Plastics

[KentuckyDave]

I am interested in everyone's opinions on what you think the most sensitive rod in the $100-$120 range is that still has the backbone required to another site.

 

Thanks in advance

[Darren.]

Don't think I've tried enough to say what's the most sensitive.

 

Most expensive rod I own is a Shimano Compre, and I love it (them). If I had a few more bucks to spend, I'd put the money on a St. Croix.

[SudburyBasser]

I like the Shimano Compre as well.

[bmlum415]

Don't buy a mojo that's for sure they feel like crap,spend a bit more on a phenix rod they're amazing or even a dobyns

[Bassn Blvd]

 In that price range, I don't have a clue.

 

How sensitive rod A is over rod B depends more on the individual than the actual rod. Rod A could be sensitive in my hands, yet you may not feel anything with it.  

 

My hands are very sensitive, either geneticaly or learned, so I can get away with using a less sensitive rod.

 

Also, knowing what certain objects feel like (grass, rock, wood, shopping carts, etc) when bumped into will help in deciding how to choose how much "sensitivity " you need in a rod. 

 

Generaly speaking, the more money you spend on a rod, the more sensitive. That being said, not all expensive rods (high end) rods are any more sensitive than $40-$100 rods.

 

If you want to sharpen youe sensitivity skills then practice at night.

[thehooligan]

I'd go for a used cumara....

[KentuckyDave]

I hear alot of people talk about the Veritas.....is this a rod that everyone thinks is very good or just good for the money spent on it?

[iabass8]

Its not the best rod in your price range but its much better than most 100$ rods

[Bassn Blvd]

I hear alot of people talk about the Veritas.....is this a rod that everyone thinks is very good or just good for the money spent on it?

 

IMO, JUNK, but not bad compared to other rods in that price range.  

[kickerfish1]

You will get budget rod quality sensitivity if your budget extends to only $120. The veritas, *** rods, BPS carbonlite, and Mojo are about as good as it gets. These rods will have decent blanks and componenets but likely wont "ooh and aah" you as what many folks would consider sensitive. In the hands of 10 different anglers there is a good chance that each of them would rank the rods in a different order based upon how they perceive it.

I really believe that anglers start getting in to truly noticeably more sensitive rods at the $150-$200+ range. The Powell endurance, phenix recon, and St. Croix Avid are all great choices for under $180. The dobyns champion, shimano cumara, and I-rod air series are all rods that push $250 by during a 20% off sale can be had for around $200.

I have used probably close to 3 dozen different rods out there ranging from $60 to $350+. Personally I feel that the rods $150 on up are truly more sensitive than $100 rods and less in my hands. You get what you pay for in a rod.

If you aren't opposed to buying used our flea market here or other online sites can have some pretty stellar deals on rods in good shape.

[paul25]

in that price range id go for a bass pro shops carbonlite rod. i really like them for soft plastics

[*Hootie]

in that price range id go for a bass pro shops carbonlite rod. i really like them for soft plastics

That would be my choice of all the $100.00 rods mentioned. Sometime back, I ordered a rod online, a Falcon Lowrider. Qhen I got the rod, I didn't like it at all. If I had handled it in a store, I wouldn't have bought it. However, after fishing with it, it has turned out to be one of my absolute favorite rods. Actually using a rod will tell you a different story than simply flailing one around in the store. Incidently, I think this rod runs around $120.00.

Hootie

[LgMouthGambler]

I hear alot of people talk about the Veritas.....is this a rod that everyone thinks is very good or just good for the money spent on it?

 

Its got a good strong backbone, but its not that sensative. I would go for the Compre

[JigMe]

I hear alot of people talk about the Veritas.....is this a rod that everyone thinks is very good or just good for the money spent on it?

 

I have used Veritas for two seasons, but definitely not my first choice for "most sensitive" rod.   

[Arv]

In that range, for a new rod, I'd either go Veritas or Compre. I'd lean towards the Compre because its a lot more comfortable in my hands. I haven't fished a Carbonlite but I also like their handle more than the Veritas. I wouldn't recommend gettting a Mojo for bottom contact presentations. I feel that it lacks a lot of sensitivity. BUT, what I would really urge you to consider is finding something on sale or good used condition. I think there are MUCH better rods out there for bottom contact presentations than what is offered at the 100 dollar mark.

[Arv]

I've also heard a lot of good things about the *** ***. It may be worth a look as well.

[McAlpine]

The BPS Carbonlite is probably the best $100 rod made. Very light, very sensitive, good backbone,great tip. A real deal.

[mc6524]

I have to agree with Shimano.  I prefer the cumara, but I understand they are no longer making it.   If you can spend a little more money I'd go with an Avid from St. Croix, or I'd look at a Razr rod.  They are around $160.00 but well worth it

[revo4life]

airrus rods the best for the price, for 150 you can get the co-matrix 2.0 or 2.5

 

i personally own 5 nanofusions and i love em super sensitive and super strong.

[KentuckyDave]

I hear what everyone is saying...so what rods would you recommend for sensitivity mainly on jigs and soft plastics Texas rigged?

[Toeshots]

Used St. Croix Avid series or better. They have a lifetime warranty even if you aren't the original owner.

The Avid MH/F is pretty stout so maybe the 7' M/F would be a little more versatile.

[ww2farmer]

I like the Mojo's, I feel bites on them just fine. I fish them right along side my Avids, and Legend Tournaments and have no complaints. Are they the best? Who knows? And better yet..........who cares! Plenty of guys like them, plenty of guys don't. I suspect if you can't feel anything on a $100 rod of any make, you probably don't have much of a feel for whats what in the first place......or your 13 and mommy just bought you a new rod of x/y/z brand and it's the best.......naturaly, because you have one

[skeletor6]

I like the Mojo's, I feel bites on them just fine. I fish them right along side my Avids, and Legend Tournaments and have no complaints. Are they the best? Who knows? And better yet..........who cares! Plenty of guys like them, plenty of guys don't. I suspect if you can't feel anything on a $100 rod of any make, you probably don't have much of a feel for whats what in the first place......or your 13 and mommy just bought you a new rod of x/y/z brand and it's the best.......naturaly, because you have one

 

Money is different to everyone. I would suspect someone spending $100 on a rod "cares" about how it performs. Clearly, the OP stated that he cared. Furthermore, rods in the $100 range have a very tough time comparing to what you will find in the $200 range sensitivity wise. I can feel much more on my cumara then say my powell max and the powell max is a decent rod for its price. 

 

OP, if you are really looking to get a sensitive rod for your money the ~$200 price range is where its at. Avids, Phenix M1/Recons, Dobyns Champions, Cumaras, etc. They all use noticeably better blanks, guides, components and have warranties that you will actually want to utilize if something goes wrong. If you take a little bit of time, be patient and search the flea market here, wait for deals/closeouts/sales you can find these rods for not much more than $120 and you will have a rod that gives enjoyable amounts of sensitivity and performance.

[Southfork]

You can get a very nice rod in that price range if you buy used.  I can see no drawbacks to buying a used rod if it has a lifetime warranty.

 

I have an older IMX 6'6" Mag-Light that I use for lighter soft plastics that I throw.  I bought it for $125 and it's very sensitive in my hands.

 

If you shop around you can find a new Crucial that will fit your price range, and I've had good luck with those as well.

[Bass Junkie]

If you're considering the *** rod, check out Tackle Tour's review of it. It has some very good info, it's unbiased, and the photography gives you a good idea of the cosmetics, especially when compared to the standard e-tailers pictures.....