Good Frogging Rod Under $75?

[Movarus]

I recently decided that I would like to try a frog specific set-up. However, I can't really afford to fork out much more than $75 for the rod. I would prefer to pay around $50. You guys have any recommendations of a decent MH/H rod for the prices listed above?

Additional info -

I have a quantum classic 1420 mgc baitcaster as my reel - 5.1-1 ratio.

I am also looking at buying some Fireline in the #10 diameter size.

[aarogb]

Shimano Clarus.

[Ovrbdgt]

Shimano Clarus.

;D ;D ;D

[Jake.]

Switch the 5:1:1 reel out for one with a faster retrieve if you can. You want a high speed reel to catch up to the fish that make a dive for thick weeds or pads and keep them out of there. A 7:1:1 would be best, but a 6:4:1 would work OK.

[jimmieO]

x2 on the gear ratio...

Another couple of options for a rod might be the all star classics, or the american rodsmiths apex titanium, both 50 bucks at academy. I know the all star is decent, I'm picking up one of the american rodsmith's rods next week.

[Raul]

Shimano Clarus.

X3

[flechero]

your reel is fine, however, #10 fireline is not sufficient for frogging.  You'll have horrendous digging into your spool, not to mention that you'll be breaking line all the time.

[FishDontLikeMe1301600221]

reel is fine but id consider going to a 6.4 or higher to avoid a lunker peeling line and going into a messy brush pile...AVOID fireline at all costs...and as for a rod check out a kistler carbon steel ($99) or a falcon original ($85)

[Koop]

reel is fine but id consider going to a 6.4 or higher to avoid a lunker peeling line and going into a messy brush pile...AVOID fireline at all costs...and as for a rod check out a kistler carbon steel ($99) or a falcon original ($85)

+1  

On another note, I liked fireline.... until I fished about 7 hours in steady rain and it bled all over my stx.

[SimonDM17]

Highly suggest a round braid (not sure if you meant fireline braid or the regular, fused-line fireline) for frogging, especially on a casting setup.

Agreed on the Clarus, although I generally frog on a 6'6" MH Convergence, and it gets the job done...I do wish it had a little more power, though.  

I think they make the Clarus in 7' H.

Also, I use 30lb P-Line Spectrex for frogging.  Never had a problem.

[Chris at Tech]

Sensitivity is not really needed for this...

I'd say a BPS Extreme 7', MH or H will do fine.  And you can frequently get them on sale for $70.

I also agree on the reel and braid comments.  As fast a reel as you can get, and at least 50lb braid

[Movarus]

Thanks for the comments guys.  I'm going to hopefully pick up my rod today.  Probably going to get the Clarus in a 7' MH or H which ever one the store I go to has in stock.  

I picked up a few frogs this weekend, one to note was the Spro Bronzeye in "The Killer" coloring, which is extremely successful around here right now.  Also very hard to come by.  I also picked up 12lb diameter/50lb test fireline.  It says that it is the round braid.  It's hard to choose a braided line since everyone has their own favorites .  This is the brand

'>http://www.berkley-fishing.com/prod.php?k=266298&sk=266072&u=FBFS

.  I'll give it a try and see how it goes.  I'm hoping well because braided line is a bit expensive.

In response to the faster gear ratio.  I happen to have a 7.1:1 Daiwa Strikeforce that needs new line.  I can switch that one over and use it as well.  Move the 5.1:1 over to my medium pole.