Brett's_daddy Posted July 14, 2021 Posted July 14, 2021 Looking for opinions on the best t-rig rod for right around $100. I've been watching a lot of videos on this matter and am leaning towards a MH or H rod in the 7'3" to 7'6" length but I could be swayed smaller. 1 Quote
Deephaven Posted July 14, 2021 Posted July 14, 2021 I use a M SC kicked out to 7'6" for Trigs. For $100 your best bet is what you can find used. 1 Quote
Super User BrianMDTX Posted July 14, 2021 Super User Posted July 14, 2021 I really like my Falcon Lowrider All 'Round Fast, but A- it's 7'; and B- it's $129. 1 Quote
Brett's_daddy Posted July 14, 2021 Author Posted July 14, 2021 Would a Dobyns Fury 765 Flip work for t-rigs? Quote
Super User NHBull Posted July 14, 2021 Super User Posted July 14, 2021 I would post what you are looking for in the classifieds.......often a lot of good deals... Quote
Fishingmickey Posted July 14, 2021 Posted July 14, 2021 Kistler is running a sale right now, The Kistler Graphite is 99.00, The Magnesium 2 is 129.00. Both are fine rods IMHO. FM 1 Quote
NoShoes Posted July 14, 2021 Posted July 14, 2021 I love my dobyns 703 fury, actually got 2. Very versatile, I use one for my t-rigs and the other as a Swiss Army knife. Perfect for a 1/4 oz and most plastics, but can be a bit overloaded past that. 1 Quote
Super User Jigfishn10 Posted July 14, 2021 Super User Posted July 14, 2021 T-Rigs for me means something in a 1/4oz weight and less, so for me MH with a MF tip is ideal. Quote
Brett's_daddy Posted July 14, 2021 Author Posted July 14, 2021 2 minutes ago, Jigfishn10 said: T-Rigs for me means something in a 1/4oz weight and less, so for me MH with a MF tip is ideal. I'm looking to be a bit more flexible and be able to throw 1/4oz and 1/2oz from smaller creature baits to 10"+ big worms. I know ideally those would require two separate rods but I'm trying to find a rod that could do both. Quote
Super User Jigfishn10 Posted July 14, 2021 Super User Posted July 14, 2021 2 minutes ago, Brett's_daddy said: I'm looking to be a bit more flexible and be able to throw 1/4oz and 1/2oz from smaller creature baits to 10"+ big worms. I know ideally those would require two separate rods but I'm trying to find a rod that could do both. I honestly don't think that requires 2 separate rods. You'd be surprised by what you can get in those weight ranges. I'm using a Daiwa Fuego as my Leatherman rod, believe it or not for mostly jigging in saltwater 80' down and that rod can handle 1/4 oz to 1 1/2oz. It a heavy/fast action 6'9 rod that has the attributes of a MH/MF rod I mentioned. That rod was $78. Love it! Quote
Brett's_daddy Posted July 16, 2021 Author Posted July 16, 2021 Should it be a Moderate, Moderate-Fast, Fast or Extra-Fast taper? Quote
swhit140 Posted July 16, 2021 Posted July 16, 2021 Powell Diesel Casting Rod 7'3" Heavy 734CF I have 2 of the Powell Diesel Crankbait rods and I've been really happy with them. For only $89.99 they are pretty nice rod, only downfall is no warranty. I was impressed for the price and build quality is pretty good also. Quote
Super User new2BC4bass Posted July 17, 2021 Super User Posted July 17, 2021 On 7/14/2021 at 1:55 PM, Brett's_daddy said: I'm looking to be a bit more flexible and be able to throw 1/4oz and 1/2oz from smaller creature baits to 10"+ big worms. I know ideally those would require two separate rods but I'm trying to find a rod that could do both. Many MH rods start at 1/4 oz. That plus trailer should take you to at least 3/8 oz. I cast bare 3/0 EWG plus 10" ribbontail worms on a MH rated 1/4-1 oz. all the time. Going to 1/2 oz. plus trailer should still be well within such a rod's capabilities. Might be pushing it on a Phenix, tho. I really can't comment on which is best: Fast vs Moderate Fast (Regular). I've always used a Fast. However, since getting some Tatulas with a Regular action I've been thinking they just might do the trick as well. They aren't noodles. Plus I'm pretty sure they fish a bit heavy. Sorry, but can't offer any rod suggestions at that price. I'd have to search a few websites to see what is available fitting your criteria. I know many here are fond of the Aird X. There is a 7'3" MHF rated 1/4-1 oz. I have zero experience with the Ark Lancer Pro, but there are a couple models from 7'3" to 7'6" that should work. I do like the Tharp rods that I have. Quote
NoShoes Posted July 17, 2021 Posted July 17, 2021 On 7/14/2021 at 1:55 PM, Brett's_daddy said: I'm looking to be a bit more flexible and be able to throw 1/4oz and 1/2oz from smaller creature baits to 10"+ big worms. I know ideally those would require two separate rods but I'm trying to find a rod that could do both. Just used my 703 to catch a 7 lber on a 10” Ol monster on a 1/4 t-rig this evening Quote
Super User Boomstick Posted July 17, 2021 Super User Posted July 17, 2021 On 7/14/2021 at 11:19 AM, Brett's_daddy said: Would a Dobyns Fury 765 Flip work for t-rigs? A bit heavy. You would probably want a 704C or 734C for all around T-Rigs or a 703C or 733C if you don't throw them around cover and use light or no weights. 1 Quote
jtharris3 Posted July 18, 2021 Posted July 18, 2021 On 7/14/2021 at 1:55 PM, Brett's_daddy said: I'm looking to be a bit more flexible and be able to throw 1/4oz and 1/2oz from smaller creature baits to 10"+ big worms. I know ideally those would require two separate rods but I'm trying to find a rod that could do both. I fish all of the above on my Bass X MH F 7’-1” rod with 17lb. Flouro or my Carbonlite 2.0 MH F rod with 15lb. Flouro, depending on the cover. Both rods handle these baits well. Quote
Super User Jigfishn10 Posted July 19, 2021 Super User Posted July 19, 2021 On 7/16/2021 at 1:01 PM, Brett's_daddy said: Should it be a Moderate, Moderate-Fast, Fast or Extra-Fast taper? I personally like a fast action rod from a hook set standpoint. What I find is that rod action vary from 1 rod manufacturer to the other. My opinion anyway. The rod I mentioned is a fast action rod, but compared to a St Croix I built a while ago, it acts more like a med-fast, maybe a little stiffer than that. Quote
Tatsu Dave Posted July 19, 2021 Posted July 19, 2021 Dobyns Fury is a good bet in your price range if you catch it on sale. Don't know if TW still has sales, but that would be the way to hit your price. Quote
Brett's_daddy Posted July 20, 2021 Author Posted July 20, 2021 23 hours ago, Tatsu Dave said: Dobyns Fury is a good bet in your price range if you catch it on sale. Don't know if TW still has sales, but that would be the way to hit your price. which model IYO? Quote
Tatsu Dave Posted July 20, 2021 Posted July 20, 2021 FR 703SF would be my choice for good casting distance and backbone. Sorry I'm downstairs watching for fedx to drop off a rod I bought. Didn't see your question. Dave Quote
Blaine Donders Posted July 20, 2021 Posted July 20, 2021 On 7/14/2021 at 10:54 AM, BrianMDTX said: I really like my Falcon Lowrider All 'Round Fast, but A- it's 7'; and B- it's $129. Sportsman’s Outfitters has them for $99 Quote
Super User BrianMDTX Posted July 20, 2021 Super User Posted July 20, 2021 43 minutes ago, Blaine Donders said: Sportsman’s Outfitters has them for $99 That’s a great price! 2 Quote
Super User WRB Posted July 20, 2021 Super User Posted July 20, 2021 Application specific rods were popularized by Gary Dobyns. Before the early 90’s we had bass rods made from glass, Graphite or Boron. Glass rods were used for crank baits, graphite for everything else and boron disappeared to fragile. The application rods were Dee Thomas Fenwick flipping rod, general use 6 1/2’ bass action rod, the glass cranking rod and spinning rods for split shot. Today the casting “bass” rod is called MHF or 4 power in 7’ length, will do it all very well. The $100 price point limits warranty, quality of handle materials, guide train and weight. I would consider a factory refurbished Dobyns Sierra series704 or 734 rod from his in-house store. Tom Quote
KP Duty Posted July 21, 2021 Posted July 21, 2021 I'd pick up the $99 lowrider and call it a day. 1 Quote
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