Medium To Deep Diving Crank Rod

[tbone1993]

Looking for a rod that will throw a 3xd to a 6xd. Not looking to spend a ton of money. It will be paired with a revo winch. How are MH rods for crankbaits? Is the moderate action the big difference? I only have fast action and extra fast action mh rods so I havent really been able to test the difference.

[motodmast]

ive been looking for the same type of rod, and i think i finally found it, the dobyns 705cb or the powell 725cb or 755cb. i was also looking at a few shimano cranking sticks but really like what the dobyns and powell have to offer

[Goose52]

Yes to an MH if you want to go up to a 6XD.  Yes to a moderate action - you generally want that action for crankbaits.

 

Now - which rod?  You say you don't want to spend a ton of money. So, how much $ do you want to spend?  If you're looking for about the lowest cost, but good-enough quality and performance, consider the BPS Crankin' Stick - lots of value in this rod. I have 5 of them. Price has gone up recently on these and they are now $80 (I got mine for $60 or less).  If you're not in a hurry, they frequently go on sale for $10 or more off the regular price. 

 

If you want to spend more than $80 - there are other options and folks will be along with other recommendations.

 

Good luck on your decision!

[Dave P]

Powell Diesel

[Bass_Fanatic]

Powell max 703cb glass is the most versatile cranking rod I've used. It handles lipless, squarebills, medium. And deep divers exceptionally well!

[tbone1993]

any shimano crucial fans 7 ft 6?

[WiregrassRiverRat]

My local bait and tackle was selling skeet reese rods for 39.99 as they normally do throughout the year.. the C-Rig/Swimbait rod is a 7'6 MH moderate fast action rod that I believe works amazing for cranking med-deep crank, traps, big spinners.. basically any moving bait with some weight to it... PICK ONE UP.. you will love it!

[MediumHeavy]

Are those BPS cranking sticks composite?

[Goose52]

Are those BPS cranking sticks composite?

 

From the BPS website:

 

"The Crankin' Stick's blank composition is a unique blend of IM6 graphite, fiberglass, and basalt fibers..."

 

For those that are interested in this rod - ignore the BPS action ratings of "fast" and "extra fast."  I don't think anyone knows why BPS rated the rods that way. What they call a "fast" fishes like a moderate, or moderate+.  The "extra fast" fishes like a moderate-fast.  These are cranking rods for sure...

[tbone1993]

Picked up a few quatum rods that were on sale. $150 rod for $48. Cannot beat that for a budget combo to expand my arsenal. BTW rods are sold out at that price.

[CWB]

I like the Veritas 7' med. winch for most of my cranking. For the 10XD you might want to go with the heavy. $79.00 new on ebay.

[Capt.Bob]

For your budget, the St. Croix Premier in the PC70MHM is a great premium rod for cranking. The Moderate action is a big help with treble hook lures, and the St. Croix is legendary!

[NC_Bass6]

if your not looking to spend a ton of money a BPS cranking stick or an abu garcia veritas winch rod. i used both extensively over the summer and was happy with both.