Bps Crankin' Sticks

[mtaag3]

I've read here that the BPS Crankin' Stick seems to be an outstanding rod for the money for crank baits. I was in BPS today taking a look at them and they have two different models, one that is a fixed one piece rod and the other that is a telescoping rod. The rods are 7'6" and the telescoping rod reduces the length by about a foot. 

 

I have concerns that the telescoping rod my get premature wear from casting and movement. I don't necessarily have a "need" for a collapsing rod but obviously it could be convenient. 

 

Also, would a M or MH be the better choice?

 

Thanks for your time. 
 

[kylek]

I would go with the fixed one piece rod, but that is a personal preference.  As far as the M or MH goes, what type of crankbaits are you planning on using?  From shallow to medium divers I would go with the M and anything from medium up to the deep ones I would choose the MH.

[mtaag3]

If I had to apply a percentage to it I would say perhaps 60% 6-10ft baits, and 25% shallow and 15% deep. I'll be primarily fishing from the bank so that's what is dictating those percentages. 

[kylek]

If their M action is about the same as my Veritas M action I would go that route.  I was throwing 5xds on it yesterday and it didn't feel like it was putting too much strain on the rod.

[Blues19]

I think 6-10, I would go with the Medium. Crankin Sticks are nice rods. I would go with the non telescopic as well. It nice sometimes, but I also find it to be pretty annoying.

[backcast88]

I have looked at the same rod and asked glenn about the durability of the telescoping rod and he eased my worries on it.  I was going to buy one the other week but didn't get time to go to Bass Pro to get it. 

 

You can go either route (fixed or telescoping) but don't be too concerned with the durability of the telescoping rod.  I am going with the 7'6" MH telescoping rod mainly for my deep cranks (3/4 oz and heavier) mainly b/c I need something to throw big cranks on but need it to fit in my rod box (Tracker 165= small rod box) and the telescoping fits the bill.  For my shallow/medium/lipless cranks I will use my 6'6" M Crankin Stick.

[iceintheveins]

I have two of them, a 7' M and 7' MH. They are great rods not only for crankbaits, but topwaters and spinnerbaits too.

[78Staff]

was just as the Macon store, was going to pick up a cheap cranking stick for some deep divers, they had 5 of the 7-6 models, and every one of them had at least one guide that was rough.  I was really disappointed.  I realize it's a cheaper rod, which is why I was looking at one b/c I rarely throw the deep stuff and didn't want to drop a lot of money on the rig, but I guess I am going to have to spend a little more .

[backcast88]

was just as the Macon store, was going to pick up a cheap cranking stick for some deep divers, they had 5 of the 7-6 models, and every one of them had at least one guide that was rough.  I was really disappointed.  I realize it's a cheaper rod, which is why I was looking at one b/c I rarely throw the deep stuff and didn't want to drop a lot of money on the rig, but I guess I am going to have to spend a little more .

Did you ask if they had anymore in the back?

 

I always ask them if they have any in the warehouse and they usually bring 2-3 and I pick the one that looks the best.  I really do not like buying things that are on display b/c I don't know if they have been manhandled or something else.  At least if they come from the back they are more likely to be in better shape.

[78Staff]

No, to be honest, 5 of 5 with abraded guides was pretty much a telltale sign to look for another rod.  Not sure handling on the floor could cause the roughness on the guides?  But anyway I'm looking at a Denali, or Lews, or maybe a Mojo or W&M RC...something along those lines.

[cdav111]

id say your missing out... i actually like the tapers in the bps series better than my loomis cranking rods.....

[78Staff]

id say your missing out... i actually like the tapers in the bps series better than my loomis cranking rods.....

 

 

That's certainly unexpected.   Regardless, I decided on a Dobyns Glass rod instead.  I'm sure there are some decent bps crankin sticks out there, just maybe not at the Macon store  

[coldsud]

One piece rods all the way. the only rod I own that is more than one peice is my nasty cat rod that i got from walmart for $25. I'll never own a rod for bass fishing that is more than one piece. I've seen to many people cast away the top half of their rod. I don't know anything about the telescoping crankin' stick but go with the one piece.

[Primus]

I have used the 7'6" telescopic MH for several years and have never had a problem, I use this model for deep divers with 12 lb Floro. I also use the 7' MH with 17 lb mono for 2.5 size squarebills & medium to large wake cranks spooled with 17 lb mono. The 7' Medium is the one I use most for throwing Wiggle Warts, Baby 1 minus, 1.5 cranks, traps up to 3/4 oz, DT 6's & DT10's. Terrific series of rods for the money.