Brad74x Posted January 26, 2022 Posted January 26, 2022 So here goes...I'm not much on spinning tackle I do own a few Loomis e6x spinning rods but I'm looking to buy a better rod for finesse fishing what would you all recommend id like to keep it under 350.00 any help would be great Quote
Super User Jig Man Posted January 26, 2022 Super User Posted January 26, 2022 What do you consider finesse fishing? 1 Quote
Brad74x Posted January 26, 2022 Author Posted January 26, 2022 I'm a perfect world I'd have a few for different techniques but I don't really care for spinning gear I use a casting rod for shaky heads from 1/8-1/4 oz..so something all around for lighter plastics, Ned's, even drop shots 1/4oz or less Quote
Ski Posted January 26, 2022 Posted January 26, 2022 Small baits, Light line, 7' medium, fast action rod. 10-15lb Powerpro. Maybe Fluro Leader depending on water clarity. Quote
Brad74x Posted January 26, 2022 Author Posted January 26, 2022 Something to feel the light bites with the lighter bottom contact baits Quote
Super User FishTank Posted January 26, 2022 Super User Posted January 26, 2022 Megabass Orochi whipsnake or shakyhead. I have no experience with these two but they are recommended at that price point often enough that its sort of a no brainer. 1 Quote
Super User WRB Posted January 26, 2022 Super User Posted January 26, 2022 2 hours ago, Brad74x said: So here goes...I'm not much on spinning tackle I do own a few Loomis e6x spinning rods but I'm looking to buy a better rod for finesse fishing what would you all recommend id like to keep it under 350.00 any help would be great What models E6X do you and want to upgrade? What is it you don’t like about your rods? Tom Quote
thunderblack Posted January 26, 2022 Posted January 26, 2022 new expride 7-2 ML Loomis imx pro 822S Megbass orochi models mentioned above Quote
NathanDLTH Posted January 28, 2022 Posted January 28, 2022 On 1/26/2022 at 2:16 PM, FishTank said: Megabass Orochi whipsnake or shakyhead. I have no experience with these two but they are recommended at that price point often enough that its sort of a no brainer. Both these will offer a lot of what you are looking for in a new rod, great price point options used or new, if you buy used the warranty does not transfer from previous owner. The whipsnake is a Medium Light, excellent finesse bait up to 5/16oz or 3/8. Drop shots well, neds do good too. Shakyhead is a medium at F3.5 whereas the Whipsnake is a F3. If you have any texas rigged baits then the shakyhead is the direction you want to go, more power for setting the hook and a little more length. These are excellent rods. The only other rod I'd recommend would the Xprides, excellent value! Quote
Brad74x Posted January 28, 2022 Author Posted January 28, 2022 On 1/26/2022 at 3:02 PM, WRB said: What models E6X do you and want to upgrade? What is it you don’t like about your rods? Tom I have the 852 jwr I like it for drop shots usually 1/4oz just looking for a little more sensitivity for them lighter bottom baits On 1/26/2022 at 3:22 PM, thunderblack said: new expride 7-2 ML Loomis imx pro 822S Megbass orochi models mentioned above The 822 is a little on the short side for my liking Quote
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