Suggestions for Crankbait Spinning Rods

[LAO162]

It seems as though there are very few crankbait specific spinning rods, even though there are many for casting rods.

 

I'm looking for suggestions for a moving / treble hook bait rod.  It would be used mostly for shallow (baby minus one) cranks and the range would probably be 1/8 to 1/2 oz.  Long casting distance would also be a plus.  

 

I'm not sure I can grab just any mod-fast spinning rod, since every manufacturer rates their rods differently.  

 

Thanks for your suggestions

 

Leon

[iceintheveins]

Abu Veritas Spinning Rods now make a winch model. That would be my choice.

[Fishing_FF]

St Croix has a spinning rod labeled for cranking in their EyeCon series. It is a 7’ medium power moderate action. 

[zeth]

Quantum Smoke M/L casting rod works great for finesse cranks. Or any medium 7' spinning rod will work fine.

[burrows]

The abu vengeance spinning rod is a good option and cheap.

[LAO162]

Although not designated as cranking rods, are the Fenwick Aetos mod fast

Rods forgiving enough for treble hooks?  The Falcon BuCoo/Lowrider rods also seem to be reported to have somewhat slower actions.

 

I'm intrigued by the Daiwa Tatula rods, but assume they have more traditional fast action that will not excel with moving baits.

[fishnkamp]

Berkley Lightning Shock rods in a 6'6 medium moderate action. It works very well.

[new2BC4bass]

1 hour ago, LAO162 said:

Although not designated as cranking rods, are the Fenwick Aetos mod fast

Rods forgiving enough for treble hooks?  The Falcon BuCoo/Lowrider rods also seem to be reported to have somewhat slower actions.

 

I'm intrigued by the Daiwa Tatula rods, but assume they have more traditional fast action that will not excel with moving baits.

I checked and apparently there are no spinning rods with a Regular action.  However, it seems to me that any rod capable of handling 1/8 oz. or less lures should have a soft enough tip for crankbaits.  I will say that up until about a year ago I fished crankbaits on whatever MF casting rods I had with me.  I also use my HMG mod fast with treble hooks.  Don't have an Aetos with that action.  All baitcast rods.

 

My spinning rods almost never see water.  This year I plan on using them a lot more.

 

EDIT:  I really like my Tatula rods.  I think you would too.

[Darren.]

I have fished cranks on MF spinning rods...

[kschultz76]

Kistler KLX Crank Rip Twitch series has a couple multipurpose spinning rods. I’d highly recommend you look into them. 

[LAO162]

1 hour ago, kschultz76 said:

Kistler KLX Crank Rip Twitch series has a couple multipurpose spinning rods. I’d highly recommend them. 

Are these similar to the Kistler light medium heavy power rods?   

 

I have a Kistler Argon casting crank rod that was really nice with small cranks.  Due to neuropathy from chemo, I'm looking for a spinning alternative.

[kschultz76]

1 hour ago, LAO162 said:

Are these similar to the Kistler light medium heavy power rods?   

 

I have a Kistler Argon casting crank rod that was really nice with small cranks.  Due to neuropathy from chemo, I'm looking for a spinning alternative.

Sorry I just edited my most bc it’s wording wasn’t good. I haven’t fished the spinning rod specifically but I have a baitcasting rod in the KLX CRT series and like quite a bit, it has a great taper. Base did on the blank materials and ratings I’d assume the multi technique spinning would have a good taper. If you like the light medium heavy power they have a Helium 3 spinning rod in that power. 

 

I’d also recommend looking at Hammer spinning rods, they have a MH ModFast in a spinning rod. I have a casting rod from them that’s 7’3” MH ModFast that’s a great taper for cranks yet really sensitive. I’ve thrown cranks from 1/4 oz to 3/4oz with it no problem. Only complaint is the epoxy work on the guides is kind of sloppy, but it’s purely cosmetic. 

[craww]

Falcon bucoo crankster. Nice, comfortable rod.

[PatrickKnight]

I just my Dobyns Sierra 703 for jerkbaits, smaller top water, and 1.5 size squarebills without issue. These blanks are on the slower side of fast and do just fine with treble hook baits.

[AC870]

I’m about to fish my small cranks like Bandit 100s on a *** Defy MH ($59 at Tackle Warehouse) with a Shimano Spirex. I know a lot of guys don’t like the trigger spinning reels but you can fish them faster than manually opening the bail. And cranking to me is about covering water.  

[LAO162]

33 minutes ago, AC870 said:

I know a lot of guys don’t like the trigger spinning reels but you can fish them faster than manually opening the bail. And cranking to me is about covering water.  

Years ago I  had a couple of the trigger reels.  They were all lot of fun for throwing spoons for trout and bluegills.

[WRB]

The problem with spinning reels, not rods, is line twist.

Tom

[LAO162]

5 hours ago, WRB said:

The problem with spinning reels, not rods, is line twist.

Tom

Thanks, I grew up with spinning reels and have had my fair share of line twist challenges.  However, I'm already challenged with BC reels and have an even worse problems with backlashes (than line twist).  

 

Because of chemo I have neuropathy in my finger tips and a truly "numb thumb."  So far, I still have pretty good  feeling in my lower fingers and palms.

 

I plan to use spinning combos this year because I won't have to rely on my tingly thumb and can use the technique that is more comfortable for me.   By next year I plan to incorporate BC reels again.  I'm figuring this will be a good year to send my reels to DVT.

[WRB]

Braid would be a good choice to reduce the line twist created by the spinning reel in your situation. Now to find a moderate action spinning rod like MH mod, 3/8-3/4 oz lures.

Phenix makes a composite X10, MH mod spinning rod, 7' , 1/4-1oz.

Tom

[LAO162]

On 2/17/2018 at 8:55 PM, new2BC4bass said:

I checked and apparently there are no spinning rods with a Regular action.  However, it seems to me that any rod capable of handling 1/8 oz. or less lures should have a soft enough tip for crankbaits.  I will say that up until about a year ago I fished crankbaits on whatever MF casting rods I had with me.  I also use my HMG mod fast with treble hooks.  Don't have an Aetos with that action.  All baitcast rods.

 

My spinning rods almost never see water.  This year I plan on using them a lot more.

 

EDIT:  I really like my Tatula rods.  I think you would too.

Just to close the loop, I used an eBay coupon to pick up an OG Tatula 7' mf spinning rod for <$100.1  For now, a Kister Argon MH finesse rod with a  really soft tip will see the cranking duties.

[new2BC4bass]

7 minutes ago, LAO162 said:

Just to close the loop, I used an eBay coupon to pick up an OG Tatula 7' mf spinning rod for <$100.1  For now, a Kister Argon MH finesse rod with a  really soft tip will see the cranking duties.

Congratulations.    That Tatula should make for a very versatile rod.  Never handled an Argon.  How about a review of both rods after you have  chance to use them.

[Jersey47]

I know this is a "late" reply, and you have already purchased the Tatula. However if you still might be looking for a spinning rod for crank baits, give the Powell Endurance 723 CB Glass MMF a look. Here is the description of the rod from the Powell website:

"This rod can be summed up with one word—unique. Offering a forgiving mod-fast action, we’ve designed this baby as the perfect reaction bait spinning rod. If you like to throw smaller square bills, topwaters, and jerkbaits, this glass/composite stick provides a very interesting option."

[GeekOutdoors]

The Fenwick Lunkerstik would be an affordable choice. I also fished shallow divers with an EliteTech Bass M/MF.

 

[Spankey]

I worked on finding the same type rod last winter as a project. I am more than satisfied with the direction I went by buying the Abu Garcia Veritas 7 ft. Medium - Moderate action. They have it labeled as a "Winch" rod. I happen to have it matched up with a Garcia reel and McCoy co-polymer and its been great. I'm still waiting for a 6 lb.r on it this season but that's what I keep fishing for. I'm fishing a lot of Rapala 08's and 09's Shad Rap, Bomber #7's Model A's, 6 & 10 DT's and some SK square bills. 3/8 oz. to 1/2 oz. baits. Great casting it loads up well, absorbs shock and hook setting is far better than other spinning rods I have that I believe are too fast an action. Got a few 3 lb. bass the last few weeks and I like the way it reacts. Granted 3 pounds is no giant but i would not mind catching them all day like that.

 

I like it and glad that's the direction I went. But to each his own. You'll have to go touch a bunch of rods and get the feel you are looking for.  

[Joseph Baggs]

On 2/18/2018 at 6:54 AM, PatrickKnight said:

I just my Dobyns Sierra 703 for jerkbaits, smaller top water, and 1.5 size squarebills without issue. These blanks are on the slower side of fast and do just fine with treble hook baits.

Patrick, is this Sierra 703 the casting model or the spinning model?