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Spinning Rod Length? #11345121 01/14/16 12:58 PM
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What length spinning rod you use for skipping docks with shay heads? I've been using a 7' but wondering if I could get away with a 6'6". Something to use in tight quarters.


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Re: Spinning Rod Length? [Re: Jigfish] #11345175 01/14/16 01:33 PM
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6'6" is a good length for skipping docks

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I like 7 ft for most applications but for skipping docks I also like that 6'6.

Re: Spinning Rod Length? [Re: Jigfish] #11345720 01/14/16 05:24 PM
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Any type of skipping I use short rods in general. Spinning or casting. Also make sure you have a decent soft tip. It helps "whipping" the bait

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6'6 St. Croix Legend Tournament Series Spinning rod is a great rod for skipping docks. Super light and super strong for pulling those fish out from underneath the docks


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Re: Spinning Rod Length? [Re: Jigfish] #11351903 01/17/16 08:28 PM
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I've always used 7'0 rods skipping docks. But after watching Linders Fishing Edge I'm going to try a 6'0 or shorter. What they said makes since. I keep beating my rod up against the trolling motor or side of the boat. Shorter rod made better control.

Re: Spinning Rod Length? [Re: Jigfish] #11352687 01/18/16 03:43 AM
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I use a 6' 8" Shimano Compre, works pretty well.


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you could easily use a 6 footer, if all all you were doing was skippin docks,

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I went away from my 7 footer exactly for that. Went to a 6'8" and that works better for me.


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7' or a 7'1 Would be idea for that medium heavy fast tip!

Re: Spinning Rod Length? [Re: Jigfish] #11352875 01/18/16 11:20 AM
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I have three spinning rods for skipping docks, they are 6'0", 6'6" and 6'9". I've tried 7' + rods and they are too long for me.

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