Zodias 6’ 10” MH

[MontclairDave]

Anyone have the Zodias 6’ 10” MH? Looking for another sub-7’ baitcaster for the yak, mostly for single-hook presentations (swim jig, chatterbait, T rigs, spinnerbaits) and light/open-water frogging.

 

Shimano pros seem to think this is the perfect rod for what I am looking for (see vid below). If anyone who has this rod can comment on above uses, and/or what you like it for, that’d be great! About to hit the buy button on TW BF sale but wanted to get sone feedback first.

 

Thanks!!!

 

https://youtu.be/EGXbFJsSRTQ

 

 

[DomQ]

It's a zodias so it's going to be a great rod. I personally prefer longer rods for my moving bladed baits which you talked about in hour post. I love my short rods though, jerkbaits, lipless cranks and t rigs.

[Captain Phil]

I recently purchased a new Zodias 6'10" MH coupled with a Shimano Chronarch MGL 150 HG reel.  I use it for worm, Senko and fluke fishing.  It's the most sensitive rod I have ever used.  The quality is exceptional and this combo is worth every penny of what I paid.   I haven't thrown any hard or spinner baits with it yet, but I don't see why it wouldn't work just as well.  These rods are extremely light in weight.  I think this rod is the finest bass rod I have ever used.  When my budget allows, I wouldn't hesitate to buy another one. 

[MontclairDave]

On 12/5/2021 at 12:26 PM, DomQ said:

It's a zodias so it's going to be a great rod. I personally prefer longer rods for my moving bladed baits which you talked about in hour post. I love my short rods though, jerkbaits, lipless cranks and t rigs.

Just curious what benefits you get from using the longer rod for moving/bladed baits? How long of a rod? Thanks!

[new2BC4bass]

All things being equal, the longer rod should cast further.  Many feel a shorter rod is more accurate.  Personally I think more practice is needed. 

 

Obviously a lot has to do with personal preference.  Several of my first baitcast rods were 6'6".  Didn't take me too long to realize I prefer 7' or longer.  That isn't to say that I don't have a few shorter than 7' that I like.  My 6'10" MF Smallmouth is a favorite rod.  I have a couple other 6'10" and a 6'9" that I am rather fond of.   About the only 6'6" rod I like is an Aetos MLM and I love that rod.  Just an absolute pleasure to cast with a PXL Type R on it.

[WRB]

Sure the op already decided on the rod by now.

in the early 80’s I had Lamiglas make me a set of 6’10” 5 power fast action casting rods because wanted a little longer rod then 6’6” standard at the time and 6’10” fit my boat front deck, 7’ got in the way of the TM cables.

My point is 6’10” rod can easily cast a 1/2 jig 50 yards, been doing that over 40 years. The butt to reel seat center is 12”.

Tom

[Fishingmickey]

1 hour ago, MontclairDave said:

Just curious what benefits you get from using the longer rod for moving/bladed baits? How long of a rod? Thanks!

Well I think there are a couple of benefits of having a 7' rod in a kayak. One is getting around the nose of the kayak if the bass goes underneath you. I think there may be some benefit for hook setting.  Sweep set or power set.  Bombing long casts is easier with a long rod.  There are some drawbacks there too. Using a long rod in tight quarters is tough. Skipping under docks and such is easier with a short rod for me anyways. Working a jerkbait or topwater walking bait is easier with a short rod IMHO. 

FM

 

[MontclairDave]

3 hours ago, Fishingmickey said:

Well I think there are a couple of benefits of having a 7' rod in a kayak. One is getting around the nose of the kayak if the bass goes underneath you. I think there may be some benefit for hook setting.  Sweep set or power set.  Bombing long casts is easier with a long rod.  There are some drawbacks there too. Using a long rod in tight quarters is tough. Skipping under docks and such is easier with a short rod for me anyways. Working a jerkbait or topwater walking bait is easier with a short rod IMHO. 

FM

 

Yup, it depends on technique. I’ve been focused on skipping and target casting under docks and overhangs, hence my going with a sub 7 footer. Thanks!

[DomQ]

On 12/6/2021 at 3:54 PM, MontclairDave said:

Just curious what benefits you get from using the longer rod for moving/bladed baits? How long of a rod? Thanks!

I’m a tall and a longer rod feels more natural to me. I can get a few more feet out of a cast as well with less effort then using a shorter rod. 7’5 SLX rod.