Jig Rod Insight

[craww]

All,

I am a former member who cant remember my old account info lol. Love the site and appreciate those who make it happen.

I traditionally do really really well throwing jigs to isolated laydowns this time of year on the spots i frequent. And want to purchase a dedicated jig rod before the big girls move shallow.

This will have to purchased @ BPS. From the research i gather, the new crucial MH XF 7'2'' is the rod for me. I think the new reel seats are brilliant!

Does any one have any info on the new crucials? The weight rating is 1/4-1oz, does it handle 1/4 -5/16 baits well? What other uses do you like it for? I make my own A-rigs, which add up to about 1 1/8oz, so I may use it for throwing them as well. How would a shimano MH compare to a say St croix MH in terms of Power?

I'm open to other suggestions up to $175ish (keep in mind coming from BPS). I am a st croix fan, but the avid/rage line doesnt seem to have a fit for what I'm looking for.

Thanks

Josh

[Packard]

It will work for jigs but won't be able to throw a-rigs very well. St Croix's are underpowered so a M would be like a MH.

[Delaware Valley Tackle]

Josh,

Welcome back to the forum. I can't speak much for the Crucial but St Croix typically under rates their rod powers as compared to other brands. In general, exceeding a rod's listed lure weight range should be ok, but probably not the most effective choice. A rod rated for up to 1.5 oz will probably more pleasurable to fish if you'll be throwing a heavy rig often and all day.

[craww]

Thanks guys. I'm pretty Familiar with St croix and was kinda looking.for a baseline as I'm in the dark on how shimano rates their rods.

[BASSclary]

My shimano M/XF felt like a ML/XF, so shimano's are over-rated in terms of power. I wouldn't go with a crucial, however I think a St. Croix MH will fit the bill nicely. My 7MHF Avid feels pretty good for jigs 1/2-3/4, and some of my bigger techniques.

[Packard]

My shimano M/XF felt like a ML/XF, so shimano's are over-rated in terms of power. I wouldn't go with a crucial, however I think a St. Croix MH will fit the bill nicely. My 7MHF Avid feels pretty good for jigs 1/2-3/4, and some of my bigger techniques.

The new shimano crucials are almost spot on in terms of power.

[craww]

The new shimano crucials are almost spot on in terms of power.

Word. That's what I wanted to hear.

[NorcalBassin]

The Crucial will be perfect for your jigs. The A-rig will be a bit heavy but you should still be fine as long as you don't get too carried away trying to fling it out there.

[Bass_Fanatic]

Ive been eyeballing the new Crucials for quite some time now. The 7'2" MH/XF should make a sweet 3/8-1/2 oz jig rod.

[craww]

My thoughts exactly! I'd considered the previous Gen. But the styling was kinda plain for my tastes. These new models sealed the deal. I Love how three of my fingers touch the blank with the new real seats

[Packard]

The new crucials are extremely underrated. That will be a fantastic jig rod.

[MrSwimJig]

If you can afford a little more I would go with the Cumara 7' 2" MH/XF rod. I have this rod and I use it for jig fishing exclusively. From 1/4oz up to 3/4oz with no problems. The rods are light weight and very sensitive. The Cumara has a better blank and a lot better guides, Fuji SIC guides. The Crucial will work just as well. Shimano rods are well made and the over the counter warranty is veryy nice as well.