Re: Need suggestions for a rod that is suitable for deep cranking..DD22's/5-6XD 's - 12/20/1712:57 PM
Love the Kistler Feel-N-Reel series of rods. Perfect for crankbaits. I have the 7'11 med heavy and can achieve very good distance with 5xd's, 6xd's etc. Very sensitive. Definitely my favorite cranking rod.
Re: Need suggestions for a rod that is suitable for deep cranking..DD22's/5-6XD 's - 12/20/1705:19 PM
I LOVE the Dobyns 805 CB RM for that range of baits. IT is light, handles big cranks well and is VERY responsive. Hope this helps. Tight lines, keep safe and good luck.
Re: Need suggestions for a rod that is suitable for deep cranking..DD22's/5-6XD 's - 12/20/1705:54 PM
Originally Posted By: Thad Rains
I LOVE the Dobyns 805 CB RM for that range of baits. IT is light, handles big cranks well and is VERY responsive. Hope this helps. Tight lines, keep safe and good luck.
Re: Need suggestions for a rod that is suitable for deep cranking..DD22's/5-6XD 's - 12/21/1701:19 AM
I probably won't get the popular vote, but I throw all my big cranks on a 7'11" TFO Mag Swimbait rod. It's stiffer than your traditional cranking rod but has flex in the tip. At the end of a day of cranking it seems to be way more forgiving. I've never noticed a difference in bites or losing fish.