BriBass Posted February 6, 2013 Posted February 6, 2013 I need a little bit of help... I need a deep cranking rod for baits going about 10 foot - 20 foot diving. I use a different set up for shallow cranks. Price range will be about $100-200 My question is do you want a "MH" cranking rod for deeper depths? I see some companies have cranking rods called MH. For example the Denali series has a M and a MH specifically for cranking. Anyways what do you all use when throwing a diver from 10" - 20" situations? Thanks for any help! Brian Quote
Super User Jrob78 Posted February 6, 2013 Super User Posted February 6, 2013 You will definitely want a MH cranking rod for the deeper stuff. I would also recommend getting something at least 7'4" or longer. The longer rod will help you cast as far as possible to get the maximum depth out of your bait. I prefer glass or composite for deep cranks, some people like graphite, it's really a matter of personal preference. Glass is generally going to be slower than graphite and less responsive, this isn't a bad thing with crankbaits though. Glass will also be a little heavier and a little less sensitive. The idea is to have a rod with plenty of give so that you can keep tension on the fish as it jumps and makes runs while not keeping so much tension that it tears the trebles out. As far as brands and specific rods, there are so many to choose from. If I were buying a factory deep cranking rod, I would be looking at the Seeker S-glass Paul Elias Kneelin n Reelin rod. I know there are some good graphite cranking rods in Shimano's Crucial line up. 3 Quote
BenBassmaster Posted February 6, 2013 Posted February 6, 2013 You will definitely want a MH cranking rod for the deeper stuff. I would also recommend getting something at least 7'4" or longer. The longer rod will help you cast as far as possible to get the maximum depth out of your bait. I prefer glass or composite for deep cranks, some people like graphite, it's really a matter of personal preference. Glass is generally going to be slower than graphite and less responsive, this isn't a bad thing with crankbaits though. Glass will also be a little heavier and a little less sensitive. The idea is to have a rod with plenty of give so that you can keep tension on the fish as it jumps and makes runs while not keeping so much tension that it tears the trebles out. As far as brands and specific rods, there are so many to choose from. If I were buying a factory deep cranking rod, I would be looking at the Seeker S-glass Paul Elias Kneelin n Reelin rod. I know there are some good graphite cranking rods in Shimano's Crucial line up. X2 gotta have that MH. Quote
Crappiebasser Posted February 6, 2013 Posted February 6, 2013 I have a 7'10" H for deep cranks. When I for started buying technique specific rods for crank baits I bought a MH thinking it was a good balance but found it too whippy for DD22s and such. Quote
Super User Jrob78 Posted February 6, 2013 Super User Posted February 6, 2013 When you're retrieving a deep crank, you should point the rod tip at the bait. This will eliminate some of the drag the bait puts on you and your equipment. Quote
gripnrip Posted February 6, 2013 Posted February 6, 2013 7'6" Heavy. Bare minimum for me. I also go glass instead of graphite. It has helped my hook up ratio because it allows the fish to hold it just long enough to get a few more of the SS mustads in its mouth! Quote
Super User WRB Posted February 6, 2013 Super User Posted February 6, 2013 I need a little bit of help... I need a deep cranking rod for baits going about 10 foot - 20 foot diving. I use a different set up for shallow cranks. Price range will be about $100-200 My question is do you want a "MH" cranking rod for deeper depths? I see some companies have cranking rods called MH. For example the Denali series has a M and a MH specifically for cranking. Anyways what do you all use when throwing a diver from 10" - 20" situations? Thanks for any help! Brian Look at the rod for the weight of the crankbait you plan to use; 3/8-1 1/2 oz deep diving crankbaits the 4 power or medium heavy 7' to 7 1/2' cranking rods are what most anglers use. Lew's makes a very good cranking rod for about $120, Powell, Shimano, StCroix about $140 to $170 for examples in your price range.Tom Quote
Global Moderator Bluebasser86 Posted February 6, 2013 Global Moderator Posted February 6, 2013 I use a 7' 8" Mojo "Big Crankster" for my cranks once they get past the 10' range. That long, powerful rod paired with a slower cranking reel makes it very easy to fish deeper running baits. If I try to fish them on my 7' MH/M I use for most the rest of my cranks my wrist gets sore very quickly. The extra length seems to make a huge difference. Quote
BradH Posted February 6, 2013 Posted February 6, 2013 I've been using the Veritas Winch 7'6" MH for casting deep divers. No complaints here. Quote
Crankenstein Crony Posted February 7, 2013 Posted February 7, 2013 I use 7'4 MH for cranking with baits that run 10-15 foot range. For the deep(er) divers like the 6xd, I use a 7'10 MH. I like the Quantum Tour KVD cranking rods. I have picked them anywhere from $130-$160. Quote
BriBass Posted February 7, 2013 Author Posted February 7, 2013 thanks for your help guys! What are your thoughts on a Duckett Micro 7.6" MH - cranking rod? Quote
Super User roadwarrior Posted February 7, 2013 Super User Posted February 7, 2013 For deep cranking the Lamiglas SR705R is THE BOMB! 1 Quote
Super User A-Jay Posted February 7, 2013 Super User Posted February 7, 2013 For deep cranking the Lamiglas SR705R is THE BOMB! X2 ~ I knew that was coming . . . . . A-Jay Quote
Crankenstein Crony Posted February 7, 2013 Posted February 7, 2013 I have several Duckett rods. I have a 7'6 H I use for flipping and a 7'6 MH that I use for just about everything. I really like both rods. I don't have any of the Duckett cranking rods, but I would assume they would be great rods too. Quote
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