jrauty Posted September 20, 2015 Posted September 20, 2015 Im looking to buy a new baitcasting rod. I want something sensitive and durable. I need a reliable rod thats i can use basically for everything, a versatile rod. Im looking to spend around 150 dollars i can go up to about 160. Any suggestions? Quote
Super User bowhunter63 Posted September 20, 2015 Super User Posted September 20, 2015 Lews TP1 Awesome rods 99 bucks Quote
Mwelder28 Posted September 21, 2015 Posted September 21, 2015 Go to a store where u can get a feel for what u like. I would take your reel and try out different rods to see which u like. I personally like duckett rods. Maybe a 7' or 7' 3" Mh. Is a good versatile rod. Quote
dcmclassic Posted September 21, 2015 Posted September 21, 2015 A Falcon Lowrider20 would be right at you budget. Super light and sensitive. The 6'6" MH "Herm" would be a good all around rod. Quote
poisonokie Posted September 21, 2015 Posted September 21, 2015 Daiwa tatula x3, no question. I suggest the 711MHRB for versatility. With braid it makes an awesome worm/jig rod, with mono you can crank the day away. Quote
Super User WIGuide Posted September 21, 2015 Super User Posted September 21, 2015 I'd check out the new St. Croix Mojo Bass rods. They've upgraded the blank on the new ones and are going to make for some nice rods. You'll even have a few bucks left over for more gear. Quote
Big C Posted September 21, 2015 Posted September 21, 2015 I'd go with Carrot Stix. My most used rod for years has been a ML Carrot Stix . It's perfect for soft plastics, jigs, and topwaters. I have used Carrot Stix forever, with no problems (other than normal wear and tear), but if you're looking for more of a crankbait/swimbait rod I wouldn't go with my beloved Carrot Stix. I honestly think people run into problems with Carrot Stix because they don't let it be what it is, a super sensitive soft plastic rod. I have an 8' heavy Carrot Stix for bigger baits, it's not all that great. I wish I would have gone with Dobyns. But, for what you are looking for Carrot Stix would be a good choice. Quote
SMITTY0045 Posted September 23, 2015 Posted September 23, 2015 I will have to agree with the Daiwa Tatula. They are great rods: sensitive and incredibly durable. I would give it a try Quote
bigfruits Posted September 23, 2015 Posted September 23, 2015 skip happy hour, throw in another $25 and you can get an Avid. 7' Medium Fast or 7' Medium Heavy Fast would make a good all around rod. st croix has one of the best replacement/upgrade plans for when you slam your car door on it. Quote
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