St Croix Legend Extreme

[cadman]

So, I asked this question in another thread, but I don't want to hi-jack it with a few more questions. I currently use G Loomis NRX rods 803C for my jig fishing and really like it. With that said, I would like to try a St Croix Legend Extreme in a crankbait rod. Mainly for cranking 200-300 Bandits, #5 and #7 Shad Raps, Husky Jerkbaits and occasionally a 3/8 oz Rattle Trap. Would a Legend Extreme model LXC68MHF fit this bill. It's a 6'-8" rod MH, Fast action. I am not a tall person and don't like long rods. I'm not looking for other brands unless it's a G Loomis. Thanks for any help in advance.

[RichF]

That wouldn't be my choice for cranking.  The Legend Xtremes, like all St Croixs, run a little on the stiffer side (compared to most other brands).  I have the LXC70MHF and use it for skipping 3/8 to 1/2 oz jigs.  It's got solid power for a medium heavy.  The LXC72MM would be much better suited for your baits but if you don't want a rod that long, the LXC68MF would work pretty well.

[fishballer06]

If you're going to throw #5 Shad Raps, you're going to want a ML powered rod, or a softer M power. 

[Dwight Hottle]

If you want a crankbait rod you need a moderate action rod. The only blanks made in MM or MHM in the legend extreme are longer that what you prefer. My suggestion is to get a builder to make you one by cutting the blank to your length requirements. Your other choice is to utilize a 7 foot rod in the Avid line in MM or MHM.