What jig rod should I get

[Willg3428]

I need I jig rod which should I get I’m thinking under or around 200

[NJBasstard]

Theirs a lot of choices around the $200 range.

 What size jigs are you throwing?

Any specific reel you're pairing it with?

A particular length you're looking for?

[Willg3428]

I fish a lot of 1/2 3/8 oz jugs but to be honest I’m just looking for a second Casting combo I throw a lot of jigs chatter baits spinnerbaits lipless cranks

[EWREX]

daiwa tatula elite 7'3 MH fast action all purpose rod is great. retails for $179.99

[scbassin]

Check out the Dobyns rods Fury & Sierra Series Rods these are well under $200 & you want to go a bit higher look at their refurbished rods. I would call and tell them you need some help on choosing a jig rod. These people are very helpful just tell them what you are looking for.

[Bird]

On the cheaper side, I really like the Lews tournament TP1 speed stick, got another one on the way.

 

When I finally get tired of throwing Jerkbaits in the spring I'll spend more time with 6'10 - 7'0 MH speed sticks on casting then any other rod in my arsenal.

 

MH's are very versatile. Imo

[NJBasstard]

For a <1/2oz jig rod that can do it all look at the 4 power Dobyns. Either a 704 or 734. If your going to be fishing in heavy cover step up to a 5 power rod.

 

Other rods to look at are the Daiwa Tatula Elite and the St Croix Avid.

[evo2s197]

Major Craft MS-1 Casting Rod 7ft3 MH

Excellent rod for the money.

 

Dobyns are a decent value only if they are still doing the 40% off of them.

 

Also Avid X 7ft MH from the Tackle Trap they are still doing discount on them that will get you under the $200 mark.

 

 

[Willg3428]

Would a 710 Hev work for flippin and casting jigs or just flippin

[WRB]

54 minutes ago, Willg3428 said:

Would a 710 Hev work for flippin and casting jigs or just flippin

Would work for flipping and pitching up to 30', casting depends on your skill casting lure lighter in weight then the rod can load up to launch the lures.

Do you mostly pitch to close heavy cover targets?

Tom

[TBAG]

Best do it all rod for everything you listed on the market right now is the Dobyns Sierra 734c. JMHO

 

 

[Willg3428]

i usually cast and flip into lay downs and some docks

[Ksam1234]

ALX ZOLO DEPUTY or the DAIWA Rebellion are good. Also shimano zodias is decent 

[CountryboyinDC]

For me, the best general purpose jig rod for $200 is the St. Croix Avid MH/F.  You might find that choice a little fast taper-wise for traps and chatterbaits, but I think most rods really good for jigs will be.  It's also power-wise on the heavy side of medium heavy.  I've heard good things about the ALX Deputy too, just haven't fished one.  The other Zolos I have fished are really good and around this price.  Lots of good choices in this price range, I'm sure.

[Willg3428]

What length

 

1 hour ago, CountryboyinDC said:

For me, the best general purpose jig rod for $200 is the St. Croix Avid MH/F.  You might find that choice a little fast taper-wise for traps and chatterbaits, but I think most rods really good for jigs will be.  It's also power-wise on the heavy side of medium heavy.  I've heard good things about the ALX Deputy too, just haven't fished one.  The other Zolos I have fished are really good and around this price.  Lots of good choices in this price range, I'm sure.

What length 

[basser27]

9 hours ago, NJBasstard said:

For a <1/2oz jig rod that can do it all look at the 4 power Dobyns. Either a 704 or 734. If your going to be fishing in heavy cover step up to a 5 power rod.

 

Other rods to look at are the Daiwa Tatula Elite and the St Croix Avid.

This^ Although I much prefer the 734 over the 704. The 704 has a slower taper which I did not like for jig fishing. 

[CountryboyinDC]

7 hours ago, Willg3428 said:

What length

I'm sorry, 7'0.  It's the longest they have.  For me that's a little short for a frog rod, but about perfect for a jig rod.  This is still powerful enough for frogs, though, especially if you're fishing from a kayak where the bass may pull you rather than you pulling a bass.

[Catt]

Daiwa Tatula 7' 1" medium heavy extra fast $149.99 ?

[Teal]

Brand and model is completely subjective and based one your personal wants and restrictions price.

 

Basically your gonna get alot of answers here.  Most of us are gonna suggest a 6'6 to 7''6 rod either in MH or in H

 length is gonna depend on what you are comfortable pitching and skipping.  Most are telling you 7ft, it's in the middle.  Power of the rod is something you can figure out easy, if you have alot of docks, heavy cover, or even dense vegetation where you will be tossing these jigs, you can step up to q heavy.  I like using a heavy especially under socks, cuz after you stick that fish, you need to turn that fish and pull them out before they get you wrapped up. ( and we have heavy hydrillia everywhere)  

 

All that being said.  My personal jig rod is a powell 704, (7-0 heavy and it also serves as a  big topwater rod)    alot of times, I'll tie a jig on a 733 (mh) or 703 rod if I cant get away with it.  I just bought a Tatula 7-1 heavy.   All that being said, go as light with the rod as your circumstances and comfort will allow.  But if you get the heavy rod, there plenty other things to use it for too

 

 

[Teal]

1 minute ago, Catt said:

Daiwa Tatula 7' 1" medium heavy extra fast $149.99 ?

To the original poster, you can find these rods on Ebay and Amazon for 139. With free shipping.  I just ordered the 7-1 heavy fast action from amazon for 109. There are still some left.  

[roadwarrior]

https://okumafishingusa.com/collections/rods/products/helios-sx-rods

 

Specifically:  

HSX-S-721MH

1-1/4

B

10-20 LB

1/4-3/4 OZ

7 + TIP

9-3/4

7' 2

MH

F

1-PCS

4.3

$179.99

[RichF]

The Zodias is hard to beat for $200.  Super light, very sensitive, crisp blank, and powerful.  They look sweet too.  My 7'2 MH gets the nod for 3/8 to 1/2 jigs, t-rigs, and swimjigs.

[Catt]

3 hours ago, Teal said:

To the original poster, you can find these rods on Ebay and Amazon for 139. With free shipping.  I just ordered the 7-1 heavy fast action from amazon for 109. There are still some left.  

 

Bought mine from Tackle Warehouse $129.99 with a free rod sleeve. I paid extra for over night shipping.

 

45 minutes ago, roadwarrior said:

https://okumafishingusa.com/collections/rods/products/helios-sx-rods

 

Specifically:  

HSX-S-721MH

1-1/4

B

10-20 LB

1/4-3/4 OZ

7 + TIP

9-3/4

7' 2

MH

F

1-PCS

4.3

$179.99

 

I'm gonna ignore that cause it looks to much like a math problem!

[Caliyak]

On 4/23/2020 at 9:32 AM, Willg3428 said:

I need I jig rod which should I get I’m thinking under or around 200

keep it simple, Lews American Hero MH combo

 

[Zachary M]

On 4/23/2020 at 9:32 AM, Willg3428 said:

I need I jig rod which should I get I’m thinking under or around 200

I love jig fishing! I started with a a Powell Endurance 764 and I love it. That rod is around $150. I just bought a G. Loomis E6X just because I have heard great things about it and it’s my new favorite jig rod. Unless you’re flippin super heavy cover, I prefer rods that have a great tip, softer mid section and strong backbone. I don’t like rods that are stiff. I would start with the Endurance 764!