Rod Specs For Various Techniques?

[new2BC4bass]

I've researched the rod specs for specific techniques many times over the last 2 years. Read every thread I come across such as the one not far down on jerkbait rods. Naturally it is different strokes for different folks. How about a few of you avid fishermen make a list of the different techniques you use. List the rod power/action you feel is best suited for each technique and why you think your choice is the best one. Brand/model would be nice too. I would think type of water fished and depths fished for some techniques would also be a deciding factor. Reel ratio used would be appreciated.

I've had to base my purchases on opinions I've read on several forums for the simple reason I haven't fished enough (since realizing there were technique specific rods) to form an opinion of my own. As I've mentioned before, there was a 23 year period where I didn't fish at all. Before that I used UL spinning gear. I made the decision to use baitcasting gear this time around.

However, a person with my background, one who never used BC gear or fished specific techniques, can't walk into a store knowing the type of rod/reel to buy...whether it is for a specific technique or an all-around rod/reel. I think such a list would be a big help to those of us not well versed in fishing a specific technique. Of course we would have to determine which recommendations best suited our style, but at least we'd have a place to start.

Also it would provide interesting reading for those of us who can't get out to fish at this time of year. Might even give pleasure to those of you willing to write about your choices.

Thanks.

[Hi Salenity]

A good example would be a crankbait rig. The main concern is riping the hook from the fishes mouth.

I am about to build a cranking rod and this is what I'm thinking. I'm looking at a 7'2'' MH/Moderate Blank (Glass is heavy but works great).

A far as a reel goes I want a 5.1 gear ratio. I've looked at the NEW Black BPS Carbonlite from BPS as they weigh under 6oz! This may be tip heavy but should offset the rod blank I'm looking at that weighs just under 4oz.

As for the line I want it to stretch on the hookset so I'm thinking about 12# mono or 1 have some 8# Zo-Yuri Hybrid.

[roadwarrior]

Maybe this will help:

http://www.bassresou...-%C2%A0defined/

For enthusiasts, technique specific gear is fun

to collect. However, three rigs cover all the

basics:

#1 6 1/2' or 7' MH baitcaster for jigs, some

soft plastics and spinnerbaits

#2 6 1/2' or 7' MM baitcaster for treble hook

lures

#3 7' MF spinning rod for lighter lures and a

variety of techniques

[new2BC4bass]

RW, I read that thread when you originally posted it. Although you have given the link several times since then, this is the first time I've gone back and reread the whole thread. Glad I did because I had forgotten a lot of what you and others wrote. This time I saved it in my Favorites. Thanks for giving the link again. Great stuff in it!!

It explains why I am getting greater distance with my new Curado 51E than my Alphas ito. I had a feeling it was because of the different rods I was using. Now I know that is why. The ito is on a Zillion 6'6" MXF while the 51E is on a 6'6" Medium Falcon Elite. Action isn't stated, but it has a good parabolic bend. My question for you is what Medium Moderate casting & spinning rods have the fastest recovery? I want one! Poor recovery is one of the first things I noticed about my Spec Tec rod from Dick's.

Your thread also points out that you prefer a moderate action rod for jerkbaits. In the latest jerkbait rod thread J. Franco states his preference is an XFast tip, and he explains why this is his preference. Now I've never met either of you gentleman, but have no doubts that you are both excellent fishermen. This is why I said "Of course we would have to determine which recommendations best suited our style, but at least we'd have a place to start." as I know not everyone uses the same type of rod for a specific technique.

Basically what I asked for would require an article to cover, but maybe some have extra time on their hands since they aren't out fishing at this time of year.

[VolFan]

7' M spinning rod for 90% of what a normal bass fisherman would cover. The 6'6" or 7' MH baitcaster for the heavier stuff. If you're flipping heavy stuff or throwing big swimbaits, you're going to need a bigger rod, but those two rigs will do an adequate job of 99% of bass fishing. crankbait rods are great (and mostly cheap) so that'd be my third if you really throw cranks alot.

[Delaware Valley Tackle]

Another thing that makes these discussions difficult is that there is no industry standard for rod specs, it's all subjective. It would be easier to comment in detail if you are interested in a specific technique or two.

[roadwarrior]

I compromise on the jerkbait rod. My main rod is the Avid AVC66MF which has a soft tip. A second rod is the new Pinnacle Perfecta DHC5-701CAMH:

DHC5-701CAMH Jerkbait, Fluke, Senko, Small Casting Jigs - Made for working jerkbaits, “teaser” soft plastics, Senko-type worms and smaller jigs. Offers sensitivity, plus hook-setting and fish-fighting power.

For small, light lures (Pointer 78 or X-Rap XR-06 & 08) the AVC70MM is the

ticket.