A good rod

[Reacon]

I have a KVD bait caster reel

need advice on a good 7’ Rod m/h 

$250-$300

thanks

Edited April 30, 2024 by Reacon
Left out some words

[Nelson Delaney]

Save you a few bucks.  St croix avid

[WRB]

You like KVD get a KVD signature rod.

Tom

[r83srock]

I really like how those KVD rods feel in the store, never fished one though but I have fished many cheaper Lews rods and always liked them. But for $250-$300 I do think SC Avid is very good if you like old school full grip cork, timeless rod that was recently updated a bit, used to be a staple for SC and I wish they would come out with a full line of powers/actions like they used to have. otherwise I think SC Victory is really hard to beat at $200, although they don’t have a 7’ rod specifically 7’1” MH.  Fishes as good as any $250-$300 rod that I have experienced.

[WRB]

What does the OP want to use the rod for? Crank baits, jigs???

Tom

[new2BC4bass]

56 minutes ago, WRB said:

What does the OP want to use the rod for? Crank baits, jigs???

Tom

That was my first thought and why I didn't reply when OP first posted.  Tons of good rods in that price range, but suggesting one is hard if you don't know what it will be used for.

[MiceNReets]

3 hours ago, r83srock said:

I really like how those KVD rods feel in the store, never fished one though but I have fished many cheaper Lews rods and always liked them. But for $250-$300 I do think SC Avid is very good if you like old school full grip cork, timeless rod that was recently updated a bit, used to be a staple for SC and I wish they would come out with a full line of powers/actions like they used to have. otherwise I think SC Victory is really hard to beat at $200, although they don’t have a 7’ rod specifically 7’1” MH.  Fishes as good as any $250-$300 rod that I have experienced.

that 7’1 MH (“the Grunt”) in the Victory line is by far my favourite rod to use since I got it a couple years ago.   I think it’s a real stand out in that Victory line up.  You wouldn’t be disappointed in it.  If I can only take out one rod, it’s this one and I use it for Everything!

[casts_by_fly]

For $250 I would go straight to a Falcon Cara and be done with it.  Pick your poison for length and action based on usage.

[MediumMouthBass]

I have 2, wait no 3 KVD rods. I really like them.

I had an option awhile ago to get a KVD reel but passed on it, ugh....

Only thing is the handle on the bottom isnt as nice as the ones on the TP1X but the rest of the rods great, and it would match your reel perfectly.

[Reacon]

11 hours ago, Nelson Delaney said:

Save you a few bucks.  St croix avid

I now just purchased St Croix premier 7’ MH moderate from Bass PRO $229 plus tax. Haven’t tried it out but afraid the thing will break because it’s so light. The KVD bait caster feels good with the rod. Should I get a little heavier rod. 
thanks. 

[Choporoz]

Ouch.  Inflation?   I had Premiers pegged as good value if under about $130.  But, it was a while since I looked at them.  Handling both side by side, I felt Victory was twice the rod as a Premier 

[DogBone_384]

5 hours ago, r83srock said:

I really like how those KVD rods feel

How a rod feels is 90% of your fishing experience. You need the right rod for your application, i.e. MH/F for jigs, so handle as many rods that interest you as possible.  Just like a pair of shoes, you’ll know when you have the right one.

 

Best of luck picking out a rod for your new baitcast reel.

15 minutes ago, Reacon said:

afraid the thing will break because it’s so light.

Don’t be afraid. I’m a Kistler fan and their MH/F rods weigh about 3.5 ounces and handle everything I’ve put them through. Today’s technology is awesome!

[new2BC4bass]

4 hours ago, Reacon said:

I now just purchased St Croix premier 7’ MH moderate from Bass PRO $229 plus tax. Haven’t tried it out but afraid the thing will break because it’s so light. The KVD bait caster feels good with the rod. Should I get a little heavier rod. 
thanks. 

You paid too much.  Inflation has increased the price of the Premier line to $170-$190 depending on rod length.

[MiceNReets]

5 hours ago, Reacon said:

I now just purchased St Croix premier 7’ MH moderate from Bass PRO $229 plus tax. Haven’t tried it out but afraid the thing will break because it’s so light. The KVD bait caster feels good with the rod. Should I get a little heavier rod. 
thanks. 

Sounds like Canadian prices.   For the same price you can get a mojo bass trigon or $16-25 more you can get a victory 

[Choporoz]

1 minute ago, MiceNReets said:

Sounds like Canadian prices.   For the same price you can get a mojo bass trigon or $16-25 more you can get a victory 

Good thinking...I hadn't considered that; Canada is in OP's bio

[new2BC4bass]

7 minutes ago, Choporoz said:

Good thinking...I hadn't considered that; Canada is in OP's bio

Nor had I considered that.  My bad. 

[MiceNReets]

1 hour ago, Choporoz said:

Good thinking...I hadn't considered that; Canada is in OP's bio

So expensive in Canada

[Reacon]

Yes, $1. Little less than .$.70 ca. thanks guys for your input. 

[Reacon]

 ordered the lews

KVD 

LKVDGC4 on Amazon 

it came in 4 pcs. 😫😫

I still would like to get that rod, but learned my lesson not to buy rods on Amazon. Any suggestions where I can get that particular rod. 
thanks

[Dan N]

Nearest Bass pro shop or Cabelas

[MediumMouthBass]

Midway has them on sale a few times a year, i got my 3 i think for $60 each last season, Omnia usually has something for rod or reel sales in the spring/summer too. If you can wait a bit you might be able to get one at a great price or 2 for the price of 1, if you need one now Tackle Warehouse, Midway, local stores, Omnia just to name a few.

[WRB]

On 5/1/2024 at 4:17 PM, Reacon said:

 ordered the lews

KVD 

LKVDGC4 on Amazon 

it came in 4 pcs. 😫😫

I still would like to get that rod, but learned my lesson not to buy rods on Amazon. Any suggestions where I can get that particular rod. 
thanks

Amazon ships with return label, have the driver P/U the broken rod and have Amazon replace it or credit.

In the States both Tackle Warehouse and American Legacy ship to Canada both have sales and ALF offers new customer discount.

Tom

 

[Reacon]

16 hours ago, WRB said:

Amazon ships with return label, have the driver P/U the broken rod and have Amazon replace it or credit.

In the States both Tackle Warehouse and American Legacy ship to Canada both have sales and ALF offers new customer discount.

Tom

 

Thanks Tom. Ordered my new Lews Rod from ALF. So hope it comes in one piece. 
Thanks

Bryan

[mcipinkie]

Any rod in that price range will be a "good" rod.

 

The question is which fits your needs.

 

I'm relatively affluent, fortunately, but I don't buy status.  I buy tools.  I'm buying BPS rods right now.  Mostly Crankin' Sticks for pull baits and Fish Eagles for drop baits.  $80 per.

[Brian11719]

I bought the rod and reel towards the end of last year. Love the reel but one thing I really don't like about the rod is the foam grip. If at all possible I'd say try one out first or at least decide if you are ok w/ a foam grip. In my case I have 2 rods w/ foam grips and they are my least favorite as I prefer cork or winn style grips...aside from that it's an ok rod and the reel is nice...bit of a step up from the speed spool lfs...