BassBlowup354 Posted March 23, 2020 Posted March 23, 2020 I own a 7’4 HEAVY power MODERATE-FAST action and I was wondering if that’s too long or short or too flimsy of a tip. It’s a favorite balance rod not the one by flair. Quote
Super User Hammer 4 Posted March 23, 2020 Super User Posted March 23, 2020 For true Flipping.? No. You could possibly get by using it for froggin, although I prefer a fast tip. As most all rods are rated differently, it's hard to say. Maybe try it, see if your hook sets are o.k. or if your missing fish, it may be to soft. Quote
Hower08 Posted March 23, 2020 Posted March 23, 2020 I prefer a more moderate action for flipping so I say yes. But some companies mod fast are to parabolic for this. It all depends on the individual rod. That could end up being q very very good chatterbait and spinnerbait rod if it's a little softer Quote
Nathan.bass.canada Posted March 23, 2020 Posted March 23, 2020 For flipping I prefer a slightly longer rod but 7'4" will definitly be fine. For me the action and powerr is perfect for flipping, as I also use a moderate-fast heavy (tends to not rip a giant hole in the fish's mouth). For frogging I prefer a fast action but again, the rod will work for that application if its got enough backbone. Quote
Super User Hammer 4 Posted March 23, 2020 Super User Posted March 23, 2020 Y'all must flip much differently than I do.. Quote
Super User WRB Posted March 23, 2020 Super User Posted March 23, 2020 Very few bass anglers actually "flip" they 99% "pitch". When you flip the bass is lifted straight up and out of the water using the rod so a longer strong enough rod is needed. If you can cast a 1/2 oz frog far enough to get strikes the rod should work fine. Tom 2 Quote
Super User Hammer 4 Posted March 23, 2020 Super User Posted March 23, 2020 2 minutes ago, WRB said: Very few bass anglers actually "flip" they 99% "pitch". When you flip the bass is lifted straight up and out of the water using the rod so a longer strong enough rod is needed. If you can cast a 1/2 oz frog far enough to get strikes the rod should work fine. Tom This is why, in my first reply, I said " True Flipping "..And I agree with you. Quote
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