It's a toad Posted January 29, 2017 Posted January 29, 2017 I was looking for a rod for jigs, swim jigs, Texas rigs , etc. I really want a good quality rod but also don't want to break the bank. I would like it to be a 7' or 7' 1" medium heavy. I would also like the rod to be under $130. I was looking at the st. Croix majo bass, bass X and Powell inferno but can't make up my mind. I would appreciate it if you can help me out Quote
Super User ww2farmer Posted January 29, 2017 Super User Posted January 29, 2017 Of the ones you mentioned, I fished jigs for many year with a 7' MH Mojo, it's great rod for "all purpose" jig and t-rig work. 2 Quote
Super User WRB Posted January 29, 2017 Super User Posted January 29, 2017 Dobyns Fury FR704C @ $110 IROD Gen II IRG744C @ $150 Tom 1 Quote
ethan-333 Posted January 29, 2017 Posted January 29, 2017 i like the no. eight tackle company. on sale for 80 at TW right now. of the ones you mentioned the mojo is the only one ive had experience with and IMO was a good rod for the money a falcon bucco is another good rod coming in at $100 1 Quote
Super User Catt Posted January 29, 2017 Super User Posted January 29, 2017 I'm currently testing rods with WINN Inc. Dri-TEC, advanced polymer grips Kinda like em! Lew's Mach Speed Stick IM6 $79.99 Lew's TP-1 Speed Stick Im8 $99.99 Lew's Custom Speed Stick Lite HM85 $159.99-179.99 2 Quote
Super User iceintheveins Posted January 30, 2017 Super User Posted January 30, 2017 Abu Veritas, 7' MH, is a great jig stick for $100. I like the Micro Guide series the best. Quote
Jagg Posted January 30, 2017 Posted January 30, 2017 The SC Mojo vote here also. The Bucco is a heck of a rod, too. Quote
Super User Bankbeater Posted January 30, 2017 Super User Posted January 30, 2017 If it were me, I would go with the Mojo. Quote
Super User lmbfisherman Posted January 30, 2017 Super User Posted January 30, 2017 At that level I've been satisfied with the BPS Carbonlite and Veritas. I've fished a Mojo Bass before, I personally didn't like it but that was the last generation. Don't have experience with the other sticks. Quote
Super User WIGuide Posted January 30, 2017 Super User Posted January 30, 2017 I'd go with the Mojo. They are very versatile rods, and the newest generation got a big upgrade when they upgraded the blank. Being that you're looking at a jig and texas rig rod, the Mojo is going to give you more sensitivity over the Bass X due to the upgraded blank. Quote
Sittin there reelin em in Posted January 30, 2017 Posted January 30, 2017 I prefer a Duckett Ghost or Duckett T-rex. Quote
dnj21 Posted January 30, 2017 Posted January 30, 2017 On 1/28/2017 at 11:22 PM, WRB said: Dobyns Fury FR704C @ $110 IROD Gen II IRG744C @ $150 Tom Tom- any reason you pick the 704C instead of the 733C? I am about to get another jig rod and have a 733 & 734, just curious if you had compared...... Quote
Super User WRB Posted January 30, 2017 Super User Posted January 30, 2017 2 minutes ago, dnj21 said: Tom- any reason you pick the 704C instead of the 733C? I am about to get another jig rod and have a 733 & 734, just curious if you had compared...... I prefer a 4 power rod for my jig fishing. I haven't fished the Fury series, just touch and feel so far. Tom Quote
Super User fishnkamp Posted January 30, 2017 Super User Posted January 30, 2017 The length is a personal preference between a 7 ft and the 7'3 rods. For jigs under 5/8 ounce I personally love my Powell MAX 683CEF. I bet my new Dobyns Champion 705 is going to handle big football jigs well though. I can not wait to find out soon. For me anything over 7 foot does not work since it won't fit in my rod locker. Quote
Ersteman Posted January 30, 2017 Posted January 30, 2017 Get an Abu Garcia Veritas, which is on sale right now for $80 at TW and DSG, and use the rest of the money to buy gear. You could also go with a Dobyns Fury 734C, which is labeled as Heavy, but isn't going to be stiff like most heavy rods. They look really sweet if you like matt black with green trim. Also, if you're taller like I am, go with a rod over 7', you'll thank me later. If you're average/shorter person, you might be fine with a 7'. Haven't fished a Mojo, so no comment there. Quote
Super User J Francho Posted January 30, 2017 Super User Posted January 30, 2017 9 minutes ago, Ersteman said: Also, if you're taller like I am, go with a rod over 7', you'll thank me later. If you're average/shorter person, you might be fine with a 7'. What does height have to do with it? I'm 5-7, and have rods from 6' to 8'. The length has more to do with where and how your tossing the jigs. 7 to 7-4 is a general purpose length, and covers most casting situations and techniques. Shorter is nice for dealing with wood and dock type cover, with fish on a short leash. Longer is always nicer for pitching, though you should be able to pitch with any length. 1 Quote
Ersteman Posted January 31, 2017 Posted January 31, 2017 We'll, for me and my preferences, I prefer longer rods than other people in like situations. I associated it with height; I guess it could just be preference, so to each his own. Also, I fully understand your point about varying rod heights to a particular situation. I recently got a 6'6" rod for kayak jig fishing. We'll see how that goes. Quote
Super User J Francho Posted January 31, 2017 Super User Posted January 31, 2017 13 hours ago, Ersteman said: I recently got a 6'6" rod for kayak jig fishing. We'll see how that goes. If you stand, everything will be the same. If you're sitting, the shorter rear grip might make it easier. I agree on the preference thing, and I have long arms, so that might be more of a difference maker. The only time I find being shorter is an issue with longer rods, is with topwater and jerk baits. I use a 6-2 with a short rear grip for this. It's about the same as a 6-6 rod, in front of the reel seat. Quote
Jacob Phelps Posted January 31, 2017 Posted January 31, 2017 I've got the "jigs and baits" mojo bass rod (7'1" MH Fast) and I like it. Looking to fish it more this season Quote
kstephes033 Posted January 31, 2017 Posted January 31, 2017 Spend or save up a little more and try to find a used Megabass Orochi XX Perfect Pitch, usually can be had for around $200 used. This is an unbelievable jig rod, works awesome for texas rigs as well, and just to top it off is an amazing frog rod. Quote
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