Favorite Rod under $175

What rod would you pair up wth a Shimano Curado 200 K 6.2:1 for $175 or less? What is your favorite make of rod under $175?

Thanks!

Wait for the new 6th sense rods coming out in February.

Kinda hard to recommend a specific rod without knowing what you intend to use it for. However, if you're just looking at all rods at that price, check out the Dobyns Sierra series. Price point is $159.99 - 179.99. They have a model for almost every technique.

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Gift for a really good friend who has helped me out. He doesnt know that I am doing it for him. I would say spinner bait or crank bait. Looking for a nice all around set up for him. I know that's not very specific or ideal. Definitely not finesse or heavy action.

I like the Denali rods the Kovert's for around 150

Dobyns! They have 3 series that are in that price range and will cover any type of technique that you want. You could go with the Colt, Fury, and Sierra series

Why not try one of the new Curado rods?

Falcon Lowrider 20 rods are my favorite. High quality and they have an action for everything.

StCroix Avid series for an all around rod. For old timers like myself, the longer built up full cork handle for two handed casting on windy days and using longer rod butt under forearm for fighting a fish is the icing on the cake. I've had mine for 15 years. Once fought a 100 + lb tarpon on it for 3 hours. When you have had a rod bent at max for that long you get confidence in a rod. Use it for everything I throw at bass. Great balance of sensitivity and durability. It sold for $150 back then, now a little more. Planning to get another one just like it.

AVC70MF 7' Medium (power) Fast (tip) 1 10 - 17 lb test 1/4 - 5/8 ounce 4.1 weight 2(handle) $ 200

Anything...I mean even a broomstick or a 2x6...but not a Dobyns.

Kistler...

Phenix M1

I use custom rods made here in Texas. Not manufactured so my eyes are lined up perfectly every time. I also like using winn grips to prevent slipping. I have boat flipped giants on these things. Pretty sensitive too! Check them out www.hardyrods.net

Witchdoctor tackle has their Voodoo 7' cranking/popping model ( M, MH) on Holiday sale $150 reg 200
under Programs on their website

Falcon Bucoo or Lowrider

Seriously?

I only have one....Champion series 735, and it's a solid rod. My favorite for that price point though is Falcon Lowriders. Would not hesitate to buy another Dobyns - either a Sierra or a Fury.

H20 express ethos

MajorCraft Nanoace 6.9MH 109.99 or 7.3MH 119.99 worm and jig rod...one of the best bangs for your buck. Crafted with quality components and designed to be comfortable, light and sensitive featuring nanoalloy tech blanks.

falcon bucoo 7ft. med/med. the quietest guides of all time. bought one, used it, went back and got another. also like the academy inshore rods.

Halo Kryptonite series

All of the Ark Rods! They have 4 models to choose from that range from $89.99 to $199.99. They are lighter than anything that I've ever used, and perform flawlessly! You will not be disappointed.

The Dobyns Savvy Series, now the Sierra series has worked for me anything 73...? For all of the applications mentioned.

falcon lowrider, dobyns sierra, or you can pick up better quality for less money on here in classifieds.

What he said... And great customer service to boot... Dan

I'm fond of the iROD Genisis 2. I have two 7'5" magic sticks, 7'7" flipping stick, 7' rip rap special. Very impressed with all of them.

Mc Cain Rods by far if you sign up for there Field staff you can stay around $100

Dobyns sierra or fury sieres. 7'3" med/hvy for all purpose

Waterloo Salinity.. Castaway Skeleton..

No lie, those bone white H20 Xpress rods feel BAD ARSE