Most Sensitive Rod For Soft Plastics

[paul25]

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.

i just recieved my avid seris in the mail last week, havent got to fish with it yet but i really like the feel.

[Toeshots]

i just recieved my avid seris in the mail last week, havent got to fish with it yet but i really like the feel.

Nice!

Which model did you go with?

[Bluebasser86]

In that range the Carbonlite would get my vote. I like the couple Mojos I have and the ones I had before I upgraded to my LTB rods. I have no problem feeling bites with them and liked the feel of them but like with every rod it's all going to be what kind of feel you prefer.

[rockchalk06]

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

Glad it's just that, an opinion.

I have 4 Veritas rods. 2 are super sensitive and the other two are not so much. The lighter the action the more sensitive they are

[mnbassman23]

I use bottom contact rods that range between 80-200$. To me there is a difference in sensitivity between a 150-200 $ rod compared to a 80-100$ rod. With that said I still catch plenty of fish every year with my abu Vendetta pitching jigs and t-rigs, so obviously it's sensitive enough and I enjoy fishing it. Heck I catch walleyes dragging light jigs on my old ugly stick in 10 feet of water all the time. My point is don't feel like you HAVE to spend a lot of money on a rod, spend within your limits and get out there and fish. 

 

3 things I would do if I was you. First is wait for a good sale at TW, BTD, BassPro, etc.. If you buy a rod for 20% off you can now buy a rod that retails for 150$ and get it for 120$, which is in your price range. Second, check the flea market here or E bay. A month ago I picked up a brand new, never used St. Croix Avid 68mxf for 100$ shipped to my door. Lastly, spool up with a good fluorocarbon or braid. This will make your rod much more sensitive, regardless of it's price point. 

 

Good luck on your purchase! 

[rockchalk06]

Also, I just bought two GL2 Gloomis rods off the fle market here for just over a bill a piece. Seller has one more 7'1" MH. That's a 200 plus rod with lifetime warranty

[paul25]

Nice!

Which model did you go with?

i got the 7ft H, i paired it with a quantum smoke i really like them paired up.

[bass1980]

After reading the reviews I went with a *** Black. Winter here so haven't tested yet. Guys on other forums that owns Gloomis, daiwa, Dobyns are really impress with these rods so that says something considering how brand loyal some of these guys are that spends big bucks on gears. Check out the reviews on tackletour and just google it. It's only $100. Again I don't know if its good until spring time comes but chances are they should be good.

[jerzeeD]

I would go to Cabelas and get the split grip St Croix Premier that they exclusively carry for about 120 bucks.

Another interesting option not mentioned often is the Fenwick HMG. Unlike the USA made Premier, the Fenwick is made in China. However the Rod is very light and has Fuji concept guides with alconite inserts and a Fuji soft touch reel seat. Nice components for a 100 dollar rod.

[MCS]

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

X2 great rod for $100.