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Rod for each technique #10110748 07/03/14 11:43 PM
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Plan on spending $$$ with all the 4th of July sales on rods I need for each technique. This is what I have come up with from searching and articles I have read

Length. Power. Action. Technique
6'7. MH. F. Weightless Senko & Fluke
6'9. MH. EF. Wacky worm
7'0. MH. F. Spinnerbaits
7'0. M. M. Shallow CB & Rattletrap
7'10. MH. M. DD22 / XD 6

I would appreciate any and all suggestions, changes, etc.... from you guys that know what really works best

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Re: Rod for each technique [Re: West Texas FX] #10110755 07/03/14 11:47 PM
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You'll need one more approx 7" MH or H for C-rigging and pitching jigs.



Re: Rod for each technique [Re: West Texas FX] #10110817 07/04/14 12:21 AM
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Don't just go out and buy the ones that are reccomended in the articles. You need to go through trial and error and find what you want. You may end up wanting a 7' to use where they suggest the 6' 7" or 6' 9". Also for me those two on your list are redundant. The same rod can handle both those techniques as well as a few other uses.
That is one thing I am learning about using some JDM type brands is that they seem to make rods that can be used for multiple techniques rather than one singular rod per technique. You get more bang for the buck that way.
Last but not least do not just use a rod based on the technique it lists on the side of the rod. For instance some spinnerbait rods will double as a good Texas rig or light jig rod etc.
Best bet is to try as many models as you can then buy what fits you best. If not you are liable to buy a pile of gear only to turn around and sell it in a few months for a loss. Quite honestly its tough to beat a good 7' M amd 7' MH with a fast tip. Those two can handle a lot of what you will do.

Re: Rod for each technique [Re: West Texas FX] #10110846 07/04/14 12:30 AM
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Mr. Perry could not be more right +1

Re: Rod for each technique [Re: West Texas FX] #10110911 07/04/14 12:58 AM
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Exactly, my spinnerbait rod is a crankbait rod. I like it way better than other "spinnerbait" rods ive used.

I really don't care what's labeled on a rod. I want to know lenght action etc. like you have listed.

Weightless senko's and flukes I like a 7'1" however, compared to the shorter offerings I see listed.

Extra lenght helps get the light bait out further and helps on hook set

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Originally Posted By: bcoop1723
Mr. Perry could not be more right +1
This I have never been a tech spec rod guy the only thing it does is clutter up my boat.


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Re: Rod for each technique [Re: West Texas FX] #10111026 07/04/14 01:41 AM
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While the 7' M M ( maybe even a 7'3") might be a good choice for rattle traps, most of the time, I don't think it would double very well as a shallow cranking rod. Usually when throwing a shallow crank or a squarebill a 7' MH F would be my choice because, I'd be fishing around cover and would want a rod with plenty of backbone to help control the fish a little better when playing it to the boat.
I like what 90 5.0 says on the wieghtless senko/fluke rod and his suggestion would also be a good choice for the wacky senko. For a wacky worm rod: 7'MH F spinning rod gets the nod for me.
When you throw spinnerbaits around cover (including grass etc.)might not be a bad idea to get a rod that you cast accurately, with plenty of backbone to insure a good hookset, a 6'9" or 6'7" MH F might be a good choice here. As Mr. Perry puts it, you kinda have to experiment for yourself, however, when you like to buy quality rods (which I know you do) some of the advice from these guys can at least help steer you in the right direction.
Happy hunting!


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Re: Rod for each technique [Re: West Texas FX] #10111059 07/04/14 01:59 AM
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Ya need to remind yourself that It'll be you on the other end. Iffin you can adapt to each rod you'll be using then all's well. Adapt and overcome. Bait specific rods are a gimmick. Lessen you got unlimited bank rags. MAP


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