What combo should I add to the arsenal next??

[IneedAnewScreenName-98161861]

Hey y'all,

 

So looks like I might be picking up a new rod/reel combo this season. I wasn't planning on it but sold my car and got a bit more then I was expecting so I'm going to treat myself lol. 

 

I just can't really figure out what combo to go for. I currently own 2 spinning combo's, 2 MH's, 1 M, and 1 H. 

The lakes I fish are extremely weedy lakes. 

I have become an absolute lover of frog fishing, and if I can throw one I will. Outside of that I'm still trying to learn and become better at the rest which is usually a T rig, jig, swim jig, chatterbait, small swim baits, drop shots, wacky I'd say

What baitcast setup technique specific should I be considering? 

At first I was thinking dedicated jig rod, now I'm thinking flipping stick. Or even a new frog rod, currently have the Shimano Intenza Heavy that I use for froggin. But it's pretty heavy and with how much I fish the frog my arm and wrist really get tired after awhile. 

[MN Fisher]

2 minutes ago, IneedAnewScreenName-98161861 said:

At first I was thinking dedicated jig rod, now I'm thinking flipping stick. I can't decide! Help!!

 

2 minutes ago, IneedAnewScreenName-98161861 said:

The lakes I fish are extremely weedy lakes. 

Flipping stick would be my choice.

[Deephaven]

You can never have enough frog rods

 

Seriously.

 

 

[roadwarrior]

Medium Power/ Moderate Action for treble hooks.

[IneedAnewScreenName-98161861]

25 minutes ago, roadwarrior said:

Medium Power/ Moderate Action for treble hooks.

Really? If I throw anything with a treble I'm snagged real good. 

 

Also I do have a medium action already. 

38 minutes ago, Deephaven said:

You can never have enough frog rods

 

Seriously.

 

 

My thoughts too!!

[roadwarrior]

5 minutes ago, IneedAnewScreenName-98161861 said:

Really? If I throw anything with a treble I'm snagged real good. 

Topwater?

[Delaware Valley Tackle]

If frogging is a favorite technique and your current rod isn’t cutting it you can go that route. Otherwise, pick a technique you want to hone in on and we can suggest options. 

[IneedAnewScreenName-98161861]

1 hour ago, Delaware Valley Tackle said:

If frogging is a favorite technique and your current rod isn’t cutting it you can go that route. Otherwise, pick a technique you want to hone in on and we can suggest options. 

I guess ultimately I may be asking that question. In a really weedy lake what type of fishing should I be doing? I'm thinking maybe new frog rod setup and then use the Intenza I already have as a flipping stick. I'm planning to try flipping a big jig in weed lines/pockets this year.

[HaydenS]

8 hours ago, IneedAnewScreenName-98161861 said:

I guess ultimately I may be asking that question. In a really weedy lake what type of fishing should I be doing? I'm thinking maybe new frog rod setup and then use the Intenza I already have as a flipping stick. I'm planning to try flipping a big jig in weed lines/pockets this year.

Not a bad idea^

 

I like @roadwarrior’s suggestion too.  A M/ Moderate, 7.2:1 reel with 30 pound braid, for poppers, spooks, and ploppers.  

[scbassin]

What is your price range?

[IneedAnewScreenName-98161861]

31 minutes ago, scbassin said:

What is your price range?

Probably around $300 CAD. 

 

Looking at a frog rod now. Looking at the megabass pitch perfect, maybe a zodias. Never tried a st Croix before either. 

 

Reel recommendations also will help. I'm thinking $2-250 CAD for that 

[scbassin]

This is the frog I use Dobyns XP DC 736 FH. It does a excellent job. You can find at Tackle Warehouse or American fishing.co

 

Length	7'3"
Handle	Cork-Full
Line Weight	15-30 lb
Lure Weight	3/8-2 oz
Action	Heavy Ex Fast
Applications	Frogs, Pitchin' & Flippin'

For a reel I use a Metanium 20 XG From Digitaka.com

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

[PotatoLake]

I’d get something to punch mats, if your grass gets thick enough.

[lunkerboss923]

Maybe a glass rod if you're looking to improve your chatterbait game. Dobyns makes a 736CB in the Champion XP line. As for reels, I'd go with a 6 gear ratio. Maybe a Shimano SLX XT or a Bantam. 

 

In my book here are the essentials you need to cover everything. 

 

Treble hooks                        
Finesse               
All Around                             

Skirted Lures/Moving baits 
Jigs  Worm   
Frogs                                        

[IneedAnewScreenName-98161861]

10 hours ago, lunkerboss923 said:

Maybe a glass rod if you're looking to improve your chatterbait game. Dobyns makes a 736CB in the Champion XP line. As for reels, I'd go with a 6 gear ratio. Maybe a Shimano SLX XT or a Bantam. 

 

In my book here are the essentials you need to cover everything. 

 

Treble hooks                        
Finesse               
All Around                             

Skirted Lures/Moving baits 
Jigs  Worm   
Frogs                                        
 

Yea that sounds about right. 

So I'm from southern Ontario, Canada. And in my area bass season goes from the 3rd Saturday in June till I can't remember if it's Nov or Dec. Either way by November it's all over for me anyways. 

 

So that being said, with the fact my main 2 lakes I fish are shore to shore weeds. I don't really put treble hooks on very much. So I'm not really looking to upgrade that part of the game. 

 

Chatterbait I tried last year and I didn't do very well, definitely still trying to learn that game but I think the rod I have for that is good enough for me to learn on for now. 

 

My plans this year, is to really learn how to flip grass, frog, swim jig and try a big worm. Obviously I'll be trying other tactics but those are the main areas I want to get better at and more importantly get more confidence in.