Cheap spinning rod for shad raps and inline spinners

[LrgmouthShad]

Hey ya'll,

 

Looking for recommendations on a cheap spinning rod to get for shad raps and inline spinners ranging from 1/4oz-3/8oz. This is an area where I don't feel the need to spend a whole lot, but want a rod that works for both because I love these lures. Would like a medium action, maybe a moderate fast tip or moderate tip. Thanks!

 

[mrpao]

What's your budget?

[LrgmouthShad]

1 minute ago, mrpao said:

What's your budget?

Aint looking to spend much. Maybe $80 max. 

[huZZah]

Daiwa Lagunas are cheap. The arid x is more but a significant upgrade.  Especially if you already have the reel. I would avoid the H20 express rods. Yikes. 
Wal mart had some cheap Lews spinning rods that are fine; I have a couple. But I like my lagunas for what they are: cheap rods that work fine.

[MN Fisher]

On 5/3/2021 at 9:08 AM, LrgmouthShad said:

Aint looking to spend much. Maybe $80 max. 

Well, goes lighter and heavier than what you indicated, but my light-crank rod would fit the bill

Okuma Reflexions 7' - ML/MF-F - 1/8-5/8oz - $75

https://www.tacklewarehouse.com/catpage-OKUMARDS.html?from=basres

On 5/3/2021 at 9:12 AM, huZZah said:

Daiwa Lagunas are cheap. The arid x

Lagunas and Aird-Xs only come in fast - no MF or M

[LrgmouthShad]

Okay. Interesting, thanks ?

[huZZah]

https://www.academy.com/shop/pdp/daiwa-laguna®-freshwater-saltwater-casting-rod?gmc_feed=t&campid=71700000050238199&adgroupid=58700004916746674&device=m&keyword=92700057163983508&Channel=pla&gclid=Cj0KCQjwvr6EBhDOARIsAPpqUPF39knvD4n_9jbN_CZAGBFKR3MiJ20GNzvEmuAJ2MnRi6LIEkD6zR4aApKfEALw_wcB&gclsrc=aw.ds#repChildCatid=758957&ogmap=SEM|PLN|GOOG|SHOP|m|OUT||NonBrand-Shopping-HighIntent-Outdoor|Outdoor-Fishing||71700000050238199|58700004916746674
 

[mrpao]

I'm going to suggest a Daiwa Procyon.

They come in various lengths and actions. They are right at the $80 retail but can usually be found for much  less. I have been very pleased with mine rods. I throw spinners and spoons for trout with them. Usually 1/8 to 3/8 oz lures.

 

[MN Fisher]

2 minutes ago, huZZah said:

https://www.academy.com/shop/pdp/daiwa-laguna®-freshwater-saltwater-casting-rod?gmc_feed=t&campid=71700000050238199&adgroupid=58700004916746674&device=m&keyword=92700057163983508&Channel=pla&gclid=Cj0KCQjwvr6EBhDOARIsAPpqUPF39knvD4n_9jbN_CZAGBFKR3MiJ20GNzvEmuAJ2MnRi6LIEkD6zR4aApKfEALw_wcB&gclsrc=aw.ds#repChildCatid=758957&ogmap=SEM|PLN|GOOG|SHOP|m|OUT||NonBrand-Shopping-HighIntent-Outdoor|Outdoor-Fishing||71700000050238199|58700004916746674
 

Spinning is what he's looking for - and Moderate action - Lagunas are only Fast

 

1 minute ago, mrpao said:

'm going to suggest a Daiwa Procyon.

Only Moderate (Regular) action in the Procyon line is the 7'9" - rest are Fast or X-Fast.

[huZZah]

I’m missing something...I have a Laguna 7’ medium action spinning with a medium fast tip.  It’s pasted on the rod. 7SMMF. Medium/medium fast tip no?
 

And sorry the link is BC 

[MN Fisher]

5 minutes ago, huZZah said:

I’m missing something...I have a Laguna 7’ medium action spinning with a medium fast tip.  It’s pasted on the rod. 7SMMF. Medium/medium fast tip no?
 

And sorry the link is BC 

Is it an older rod? The current listing on Diawa's site shows no Moderate or Moderate-Fast action Lagunas.

https://daiwa.us/collections/freshwater-rods/products/laguna-rods

 

Power is Medium - Action is Moderate-Fast for your rod according to the specs you posted.

[huZZah]

I guess so. Interesting. 
 

Well, I stand by my Lews statement as well. Perfectly suitable budget spinning rods. I can’t check the models right now but that’s how budget they are...$30-$40 and I didn’t bother remembering ?

[the reel ess]

$80 is cheap now? I must be El Cheapo mas grande. I have a Lightning rod 7' M-Mod for lighter treble lures. $40 and It'll do everything you want. It's a great balanced rod. I have a Pflueger Trion 2500 on it. $80 combo reg. price. But I found the reel unopened in a pawn shop for $20.

[LrgmouthShad]

9 minutes ago, the reel ess said:

$80 is cheap now? I must be El Cheapo mas grande. I have a Lightning rod 7' M-Mod for lighter treble lures. $40 and It'll do everything you want. It's a great balanced rod. I have a Pflueger Trion 2500 on it. $80 combo reg. price. But I found the reel unopened in a pawn shop for $20.

I did not know that the lightning rod came in softer actions. That’s the one then. I have used the lightning rod before and loved it. Thanks

[the reel ess]

31 minutes ago, LrgmouthShad said:

I did not know that the lightning rod came in softer actions. That’s the one then. I have used the lightning rod before and loved it. Thanks

I just looked it up. They call it a mod-fast. but it's more moderate than fast. At least mine is. And I was wrong about the reel size I have on it. It's a 30 size.

[thunderblack]

favorite ultra light / light spinner in this price range is without a doubt the Lamiglas X11. Cast inline spinners and smaller trout lures a mile. I have a 7' UL and its a fun little budget rod. Highly recommend it. 

[GetFishorDieTryin]

I highly recommend you check out 13s Fate Black,  it fishes like a 120$ rod as far weight, sensitivity, balance and action.  The Fate spinning rods are all labeled as Fast actions, but 13s F is closer to a SC Mod F.  You dont need much power with treble hooks, so instead of a M I would suggest going down in power and up in length to the 7'6 ML.  The 7'6 would help you get a little more distance with Shad Raps and the longer tip section would give the rod a more parabolic bend which should help you land more fish with trebles hooks.

[soflabasser]

You can get an Ugly Stik rod that will be good for inline spinners and Shad Raps for less than $80.

[jimmyjoe]

   Take a look at the Fenwick Eagle 2 rods; they have a light and a medium light, both moderate fast. Not the fanciest, but seem to be built to last.            jj

[Deleted account]

Shop in the walleye section.

[Bluebasser86]

If you can find one in that price range, the Falcon Bucoo SR 7' M/M spinning rod is perfect for those baits. I bought one just for shad raps and 1.0 squarebills and couldn't be happier.