Crankbait Rod

[jacob95]

Hey guys,

Can you recommend a good cranking rod for 1/2 to 3/4 oz cranks? In the sub $200 range.

[iabass8]

Qhen you can catch a 20% off sale, dobyns 705 cb glass is a killer cb rod

[CincyBassMan]

For less than $200 tour kvd cranking rod 7'4" isnt bad.

[SpencerLittle]

I really like the bps crankin stick. Has been nothing, but good in my eyes.

[Arv]

I like my Dobyns Champion 705cb, but like iabass said, you would have to wait until a sale. I also really liked my Powell Endurance 695cb. I don't think they make it anymore, but I wouldn't hesitate to try another one of their rods. You may also want to check out the St. Croix Avid crankbait rods. There are a lot of people that really like them.

[Buzzbaitkiller12]

Powell Max 703 Glass is a great rod, dont have it anymore but i loved using it.

[jacob95]

I don't mind exceeding my budget if the quality is there. It will be paired up with a Curado I and will be my first quality baitcasting setup.

[719BassFishing]

i just bought a Phenix x-9 cranking rod for $200. Great rod!

[jacob95]

I was also thinking about building a custom on a Phenix X10B blank. I have the supplies. I just didn't know if it was worth it.

[WIGuide]

I've heard good things about the St. Croix Mojo Bass Crankbait rods if you're looking to go glass.

[MDBowHunter]

I love my St Croix Avid 7' MH Mod for cranking.

[Bankbeater]

Take a look at the BPS rods.  Sometimes you can get a really good deal.

[roadwarrior]

http://www.bassresource.com/fishing_lures/pinnacle-optimus-xlt-dhc-review.html

[Mike L]

I just love my new Phenix X11.

It's a 7' 0'' composite rod which loads like crazy, and balance's great with a Curado I, or even the heavier PQ.

It has the backbone for anything you'll run into.

It's rated at 3 oz on the high side and they advertise it as a deep crank rod but I use it for sq bill's, and other shallow to mid depth water.

 

The X13 has the same ratings but it's a 7' 6" if you want that. 

 

The X9 and X10 also feel great but haven't used them.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Mike

[5dollarsplash]

I use a St Croix rage:

RC78MHM 

 

I really like the extra length, 7'8".  Something to think about, if I was looking for a 7' rod the AVC70MHM Avid would be my choice at $200.

[J Francho]

I have both the AVC70MM and AVC70MHM, and they are great cranking rods. They cover 95% of my cranking needs, and I have five sticks dedicated to cranking.

[jacob95]

Are those Avid rods J Francho?

[roadwarrior]

I have both the AVC70MM and AVC70MHM, and they are great cranking rods. They cover 95% of my cranking needs, and I have five sticks dedicated to cranking.

 

Yes.

 

I have the AVC70MM, too. It's a GREAT rod for medium weight crankbaits.

Mine is saddled with a Shimano CH50Mg/ Izorline #10

[J Francho]

Yes, they are Avids. Both are matched with Daiwa Sol reels. The MM handles everything from peanut sized cranks up to about 1/2 oz. the MHM is for cranks 3/8 and up. About the biggest bait I throw on it is a G2 or 125mm Sebile Magic Swimmer. Right now, they are spooled with 12 and 15 lb. Tatsu.

[custer]

You can have high quality equipment without busting your bank by learning to build your own rods. After some practice, you can build one with less then 3 hours invested.

 

For the range you suggest I use the MHX CB845 by Mudhole. Between the blank, guides, reel seat and grips you can have top quality for $100-$125 or so... If you want a 7'6" go with the CB905...

 

catching a fish on a rod you built is one of the greatest pleasures in fishing.....

 

 

 

catchemall

[rmcguirk]

Yes, they are Avids. Both are matched with Daiwa Sol reels. The MM handles everything from peanut sized cranks up to about 1/2 oz. the MHM is for cranks 3/8 and up. About the biggest bait I throw on it is a G2 or 125mm Sebile Magic Swimmer. Right now, they are spooled with 12 and 15 lb. Tatsu.

You pretty much answered my question. I've got a St Croix Premier MH cranker and I'm looking for a compliment. The M Avid would be the one?

[J Francho]

Yep. The Avid is more sensitive and a bit lighter.

[flippin and pitchin]

Yes.

 

I have the AVC70MM, too. It's a GREAT rod for medium weight crankbaits.

Mine is saddled with a Shimano CH50Mg/ Izorline #10

I'm curious Kent. Why Izorline? I fished it alot until you mentioned YZ Hybrid and tried it. I like the YZ.

[roadwarrior]

I was at a seminar several years ago.

I bought some and it got "lost". I just spooled this one reel with it and

surprisingly find the line to be great for treble hook applications.

 

I have been experimenting this year with another monofilament, Sunline

Super Natural, which I also like for jerkbaits. It's just for fun, I am still a

BIG fan of Yo-Zuri Hybrid. 

[jacob95]

So it sounds like I'm going to try Tatsu, Invizx, YZ Hybrid, and some Suffix braid and see what I like best.