Baitcasting Rod 6'0 too short?

[bass4you]

What kind of applications would you use a 6'0 baitcasting rod for? I'm 5'11 so I'm not sure my height matters with the length of the rod. Most of what I have read says 6'6 - 7'0 m/mh fast is most ideal for all around fishing. Getting a G-loomis 6'0m/f with a curado 100b on it for 170 seems like a pretty good deal to me. Only concern is the length of the rod. What do you guy think? He also has for sale an extra fast 6'3 gloomis.

Thanks!

bass4you

[BASSclary]

Are you getting a 6'6" or a 6' ? :-?

[bass4you]

Sorry. I had to edit it.  The g loomis he had for sale were 6'0 imx and a 6'3 that was technique specific.  Trying to remember the specific type the gloomis 6'3 was.  I know it was extra fast though.

[BASSclary]

They should be good for top water, and also very slow presentation because the shorter the rod, the less line you move per twitch, thus the bait only moves a little.

[Dave P]

I like six footers for tossing spinnerbaits when you are covering water and tossing at "spot" targets along the bank.

[SoFlaBassAddict]

A lot of it also depends on how tall of a person you are.  Longer rods are generally more comfortable in taller peoples hands.  The opposite holds true with shorter rods.  It all depends on what you're comfortable with.  I'm 6'2" and I really like using a 7'6" rod.  I've got some that are shorter.  Most of them are around 7' though.  I've got one 6' in my garage that I don't use anymore because I just don't like a short rod.

[Big Tom]

I don't really like using short rods but I do make an exception for topwaters.  I have a 6' rod that I use and even though I have tried like crazy to replace it, it is perfect for that technique.

[Grey Wolf]

My rods range from 5'6'' to 7'6" and I use them all.

[Senkoman12]

have a 6' for cranks/topwater/jerkbaits perfect length for ealking the dog, heck my dad has a 5'6" for his baitcasting rod

[Nibbles]

I'm a more accurate caster with a shorter rod in my hands. SoFlaBassAddict, you wanna send me that 6 footer you're no longer using? 

[BASSclary]

I think most people are, that's why my sniper spinnerbait rod is 6'8" 

[Hammer 4]

I would just say, if your a shore fisherman, and need distance, a longer rod would suit you better. Oth, if you need to cast to tight spots, the 6'0" would be a good choice. I fish from shore alot, and seldom use anything under 7', I have 1 6'6" spinning set up for tight casting, and I don't throw cranks alot.

[SissySticks]

I am 6'2".  I like "short rods."  most of my rods are 6' to 6'6".  I buy  (and in some cases custom order) short rods because they feel right, and I"m rarely in a situation where making SUPER long casts is a necessity.  I often stream/river fish, where long rods are in fact a liability, and fish out of a kickboat, where long casts are nice but can be irritation when landing fish.  Fish with what's comfortable, not what's "right" according to bass pundits or what's cheap.

[bass4you]

Thanks for all the advice.  But no one answered whether or not getting the gloomis with a curado 200b or curado 100b was a good deal or not.  Seems like a good deal, but the equipment is used.

Thanks!

bass4you

[zerofivenismo]

I'd choose the 100b.  Smaller profile reel.  Line capacity of the 100b would ideal since you'll be using the rod more for accurate casts vs. long distance casts.  Used equipment is fine as long as the seller did not abuse/neglect the gear.  Most of my rods and reels were bought used.  All were and still in very good condition.

[21farms]

What kind of applications would you use a 6'0 baitcasting rod for? I'm 5'11 so I'm not sure my height matters with the length of the rod. Most of what I have read says 6'6 - 7'0 m/mh fast is most ideal for all around fishing. Getting a G-loomis 6'0m/f with a curado 100b on it for 170 seems like a pretty good deal to me. Only concern is the length of the rod. What do you guy think? He also has for sale an extra fast 6'3 gloomis.

i will offer a dissenting opinion. regardless of price, it's not a good value if it doesn't meet your needs. 5'6"6'0" rods were the norm in the 1970s and 80s and are still good at close-in target casting with spinnerbaits but is otherwise considered very short by today's standards. JMHO but i think you could spend just a little more for a new setup but get a lot more in return. for example, a daiwa cielo rod (6'6" medium-heavy fast) for $125 paired with a shimano caenan reel for $90.

[piscicidal]

I have 12 baitcast setups, ranging from 6' to 8' (technique specific).  Most of them are 7' and up. I use the 6' rod for spinnerbait and topwater plug fishing. Personally, the 6' rod is too short for me for  softbait techniques, but that's just my personal preference (I'm 6'1"). 

[Raul]

What kind of applications would you use a 6'0 baitcasting rod for?

For everything, most of my rods are 6 '.

[WanaBe_Like_IKE]

A short rod will more than likely be stiffer so I would use it for closequaters pitching or fishing in cypress trees (I didnt read the whole post so Im not copying if this has already been said)

[J Francho]

Why would a short rod be stiffer? You can get 6 foot rods in just about any power and action imaginable. Short rod = accurate casts. They also don't splash in the water when using a tip down twitch bait presentation.

I have a 6-2 that I use for sniper style spinnerbaiting, topwaters, and jerkbaits.

[BASSclary]

Why would a short rod be stiffer? You can get 6 foot rods in just about any power and action imaginable. Short rod = accurate casts. They also don't splash in the water when using a tip down twitch bait presentation.

I have a 6-2 that I use for sniper style spinnerbaiting, topwaters, and jerkbaits.

x2 I cant think of any reason why a short rod would be stiffer. My 5'6" M/F bends the exact same as my 7' M/F

[Raul]

A short rod will more than likely be stiffer so I would use it for closequaters pitching or fishing in cypress trees (I didnt read the whole post so Im not copying if this has already been said)

Dude, stifness is not proportional to length.

[Grey Wolf]

A short rod will more than likely be stiffer so I would use it for closequaters pitching or fishing in cypress trees (I didnt read the whole post so Im not copying if this has already been said)

Dude, stifness is not proportional to length.

Maybe the 12 yr. old will learn a little bit.

[BASSclary]

A short rod will more than likely be stiffer so I would use it for closequaters pitching or fishing in cypress trees (I didnt read the whole post so Im not copying if this has already been said)

Dude, stifness is not proportional to length.

Maybe the 12 yr. old will learn a little bit.

Age has nothing to do with intelligence, I was taking 10th grade classes in 6th grade.

[Grey Wolf]

A short rod will more than likely be stiffer so I would use it for closequaters pitching or fishing in cypress trees (I didnt read the whole post so Im not copying if this has already been said)

Dude, stifness is not proportional to length.

Maybe the 12 yr. old will learn a little bit.

Age has nothing to do with intelligence, I was taking 10th grade classes in 6th grade.

Intelligence has nothing to do with it. Ignorance is another matter though.