Crankbait Rod.

[Jassch82]

When it comes to Crankbait rods are medium or medium/heavy power being used? I'm asking because some crankbaits get to 1 oz. My second part is moderate or moderate/fast action? Let me know what you are all using.

[Basspro87]

Moderate medium

[FishTank]

I have a G loomis CBR 783 M Moderate.  I like it but it is does not have enough power to set the hook on deeper cranks.  I sometimes wish I had purchased a MH.  One of these days I will purchase a heavier one but I really can't justify having two crankbait rods right know.

[Catch and Grease]

It all depends, some huge cranks you just can't throw on some whippy rods and the tiny cranks you can't throw on broomsticks. Then you have to consider that one company's Medium heavy might be the same as the next company's medium same goes with action.

for smaller cranks like KVD 1.5s or bomber square A's i like a medium/moderate rod but don't be afraid to use a faster tip rod if you want. I use braid a lot so I have more confidence in rods with a little extra give to compensate for the Zero stretch. Really stretchy lines can let you get away with a faster tip.

I don't get to throw deep cranks because the places I fish aren't deep enough but remember to stay inside your rods weight recommendations.

[Bluebasser86]

If you're fishing baits up to 1oz I'd go with a MH/M, especially if they're deeper running baits. I have 3 different cranking rods for different size/style baits from a 7' M/M to a 7' 8" MH/M. 

[roadwarrior]

Medium Power Moderate Action for most applications.

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

[aavery2]

For me it depends on the rod in question and what material it is made of, glass, composite or graphite.   I usually choose power based on the weight of the bait that I am going to be using most with the rod, and pick a rod that the weight falls into the rated sweet spot.   I choose a Moderate Fast action for baits that have to be worked with the rod. As mentioned in every post like this, one mfg's rods are not the same as another, you really have to  examine the rod in question, otherwise you may end up with something way to weak or strong for the intended application.

 

Choose your material, handle the rod to determine power and action.

[Jassch82]

Thank you all for the info. Greatly appreciated.

[TNBassin']

I use a 7' MH-moderate crucial. It is rated to 1oz. Great rod. I've yet to lose a fish and that's with the stock hooks on SK lures that everyone seems to hate. I use 6XDs and 1/2oz lipless cranks with 0 issues. I love my cranking rod.

[Fish Murderer 71]

All-Star has a "Big Crankbait" rod- Its 7' 10" medium fast and works like a dream.  I have a couple other Composition rods for different diving ranges.

[MDBowHunter]

St. Croix Avid 7' med/hvy moderate action. My only complaint would be that it seems to get tip wrapped a lot more then my other St Croix rods. My guess it's the guides that they used on that particular model.

[ColdSVT]

You will get many opinions on brand but most use a 7' MH moderate action rod

I happen to use a loomis gl2 7' MH moderate.

I think the rod is important but i also believe in ditching the stock trebles for a mustad or trokar.

I love the 6xd but i hate the stock hooks lol

[TorqueConverter]

Medium-heavy is typically used when the rod is built to throw heavier baits.  I like a mod-fast action with glass blanks and a moderate action with graphite blanks.