New To Baitcasting, Let The Fun Begin!

[Mikell]

I'm looking to get into baitcasting, right now im just using my pfleuger trion on a 6'6 abu cardinal it gets the job done.

But im wanting to get something a lil more robust for cranking and spinnerbaits, im looking for a rod in the 6'6 7' range MH and probably would prefer something closer to 6'6, ive already got a couple reels im looking into, so i just needed some advice on a rod. I would like to stay under 50 dollars seeing how if i dont master or have the patients for baitcaster i dont want to just be throwin money away ya know lol

If you have some ideas thanks i really appreciate it!

 

[s freud]

I justgot my first baitcaster. I like my berkley shock. It was easier than I expected thanks to Glenn's video which is stickied above. In fact just favorite his YouTube channel because he is great. Tight lines.

[0119]

Yup the Berkeley Shock is quite a rod for the money.  A comfortable handle, good action.  Don't worry about using a 6'6" rod.  Most folks think they have to have a 7ft'er but most of the extra length goes into a cumbersomely long handle.

Stick to it and get the casting down. It really is worth it. Lighter. More comfortable. Best of all it sets you apart from the novice!

[LARGEMOUTH ANGLER]

7 foot rod is the most versatile length but a lot of people don't know that. and get reliable reel brands like shimano, quantum, daiwa and abu garcias

[AK-Jax86]

I am new to bait casters too. I have 2 of them I got a abu Garcia Orra sx and I have the abu Garcia revo STX. I have the Orra set up on a 6'6" bass pro tourney rod.

I luckily got both my reels brand new for free... I think the Orra was around $100 and the revo STX was $200. So when I get the hang of the bait cast I will upgrade my rods

[0119]

There's nothing versatile about a 7ft.er in any fishing situation I choose to fish.  A down right burden and obstacle as a matter of fact.  Luckily we all have a choice, albeit manufacturers have decided to manipulate the market to think they need to have long rods.  Soon when sales dictate it, they will push the need for short rods.