Rod for crankbaits and spinnerbaits?

[dolo-dinker]

The st.croix bassx rods are on sale right now. But I need a rod for both of these baits. I throw light of both types. Highest maybe 1/4 ounce. I’m asking about power, length and action, not a model of rod. Thanks

[LrgmouthShad]

The highest is a 1/4oz? Do the spinnerbaits have finer wire hooks? I might use a spinning rod. Something like a 7MHF

[MN Fisher]

Bass-X doesn't have a model that'll handle cranks/spinners that light - You want a Mod-Fast or Mod action and a 'light' end of Medium or even Medium-Light power.

 

I have one rod that I toss light cranks/spinners/chatters on (some of my finesse cranks are 1/10 oz)

Okuma Reflexions 7'0" ML/MF-F - but it's a spinning rod.

 

[ironbjorn]

I'd just get a M/F casting rod in whatever size you want. 

[Jig Man]

I have a couple of 7.6’ mf casting rods.  They work great for cranks and shaky but I have never tried them on spinner baits because I don’t throw anything under 1/2 oz.

[GetFishorDieTryin]

A M F will do well as long as the spinnerbaits are lighter (5/16 or less) and the cranks are shallow running.  

[Ryanralston07]

I'd go with a medium moderate fast if you want something for both, but it seems like a medium moderate for the crankbaits and a medium fast for the spinner bait might be better. Also, for what it's worth, I haven't seen good reviews on the recent model of the Bass-X; if I recall correctly, there seems to be a problem with the reel seat.

[Delaware Valley Tackle]

If you insist on throwing both on the same rod I’d look for a Med/mod fast which is good for steering the crank and popping it off grass and should set a hook on the spinner bait if the hook is sharp and not too heavy wire. 

[Boomstick]

The Mojo Bass Spinnerbait rod is a happy middle ground for both.

[Bankbeater]

For 3/8 and heavier I would fish a mh/f, for around 1/4 I would fish with a m/f or m/m.

[newyorktoiowa57]

I'd get a Dobyn's 703C in the maverick or fury lines.  I have the fury 703C and it is very good for small trebles-the action is more of a medium, moderate fast.  It works great for 1/4 ounce spinnerbaits too.

[newyorktoiowa57]

On 8/5/2023 at 1:06 PM, Jig Man said:

I have a couple of 7.6’ mf casting rods.  They work great for cranks and shaky but I have never tried them on spinner baits because I don’t throw anything under 1/2 oz.

Which models do you use?

[WRB]

On 8/5/2023 at 8:55 AM, dolo-dinker said:

The st.croix bassx rods are on sale right now. But I need a rod for both of these baits. I throw light of both types. Highest maybe 1/4 ounce. I’m asking about power, length and action, not a model of rod. Thanks

St Croix MLMF BSF Mid. 7’1”

The ideal rod is Loomis PR844C popping rod.

Tom

[Aaron_H]

On 8/5/2023 at 12:08 PM, LrgmouthShad said:

The highest is a 1/4oz? Do the spinnerbaits have finer wire hooks? I might use a spinning rod. Something like a 7MHF

 

Ignore this man, we all know the true spinnerbait master of this forum is @TnRiver46

[LrgmouthShad]

5 minutes ago, Aaron_H said:

 

Ignore this man, we all know the true spinnerbait master of this forum is @TnRiver46

My apologies. I didn’t mean to step on his toes

[Aaron_H]

16 minutes ago, LrgmouthShad said:

My apologies. I didn’t mean to step on his toes

 

Just as a quick aside, want to let you know I'm still working on that spinnerbait grind and I appreciate all the advice you've given me about it. My confidence is way higher than before, and I've had some really nice numbers days on it. Nothing big yet, but that's basically the story of my year so far regardless of presentation.

[LrgmouthShad]

8 minutes ago, Aaron_H said:

 

Just as a quick aside, want to let you know I'm still working on that spinnerbait grind and I appreciate all the advice you've given me about it. My confidence is way higher than before, and I've had some really nice numbers days on it. Nothing big yet, but that's basically the story of my year so far regardless of presentation.

Really nice to hear man. I’m glad I could help you. For larger fish, I really like to use em in the winter and prespawn. The trouble is, there are a lot of other big fish baits you can use during that same time frame. I do think though that a spinnerbait is the most underrated lure in the winter. It is a mini A-rig. I don’t care if the water is below 50 degrees.

 

I am still playing around with seeing if I can find something that works for larger fish at other times of the year. It’ll get bigguns regardless. But true lunkers? Still trying to figure it out. Night/thicker cover helps, I think