If you could pick a rod...any rod...for a present...

I'm taking my boys down to Ocheechobee for a few days after Christmas and I was going to get them each a new flippin stick and put it under the tree. Here's my question...

If you could have any rod you wanted for flippin the grass mats down on Big-O which would it be? Price is not a concern. I'm mainly looking for brand of rod but if you have a specific model that would be even better. Dobyns? Loomis? Denali? Duckett? Others?

Thanks in advance for you input.

Dennis

Dobyns 745 is a good one ! Good stout rod and still light for your boys.

St Croix Legend Tournament TBC76MHMF. The medium heavy has plenty of backbone, lightweight, and great warranty. Not too stiff like the Heavy actions rods. Ive tried all the high end rods and this is the best IMO.

Try Custom Angle Rods, they will suprise you with the overall performance and Dave Settle at Lake Fork stands behind every rod 100%.

Kistler Z-Bone custom built with signature.

Would run about $600 with all the bells and whistles.

Falcon Cara! I use my Amistad rod to pitch and flip and does the job. Good luck!

Custom reel time rod

Kistler KLX 7'10"XH this rod is BA for punching

I really hope someone does this for me sometime soon...

Can personalize a message, put their names on it, or a picture of your signature.

If thats too pricey I'd go with a KLX at the $150-$175 range or the new Helium 3 in the $250 range. American Made blanks (Gary Loomis) Texas built rods.

This one ......




CastAway Skeleton Fast Flipping

Model Number: SKXFP76

Price: $159.99


SKXFP76: Exclusive Castaway Double-Exposed Reel Seat, Alconite Guides, Split Grip Handles, Multi-Modulus Blank Construction, Strong & Sensitive Length: 7'6", Power: Extra Heavy, Action: Fast, Guides:10, Line Weight: 15-30 lbs. Lure Weight: 1/2-2oz

Let me know if need more info

I like my DuceRods, another one for flippin wouldn't hurt!

OK I fish Okeechobee at least once a month. I have to say that Denali is a great rod for getting through the thick stuff. I use Duckett cause thats what I already had when I moved here. But all around top 3 rods are Denali, Powell, and Fitzgerald.

One rod that will do it all is a Loomis 784 Heavy action IMX 7'

Middle of the road price point and indestructible.

You can buy an 8' broomstick but you are so limited to what you can use it for.

Kistler Z-Bone. Stock LE or Custom if you've got time.

Dobyns Champion Extreme - 704 or 705

I would get them both a custom from me with their names on it.in their favorite color

Okeechobee= power tackle whopping stick rod

Dobyns Champion Extreme. Get at least a 5 power ( it's the last # in the model Name that determines the power ) example 705 is a 7' with 5 power/heavy ) but your boys may want something like the 805/806 ( which is 8 ft ). If they aren't used to a longer rod you may want to take that into consideration.

Personally, the 784 is my favorite of the dobyns line up because it's so versatile, but you said flipping heavy matted grass, so I would suggest higher power.

Can I be your Son?

Diawa Steez

Give me one of those new MegaBass rods for $675. They look good.

I use a Loomis 904 IMX. If you are punching thick grass some of the rods listed above are a little on the light action side for that. If you are pitching to edges and holes in grass then the lighter action rods recommended above are fine.

Falcon cara or amistad

Duckett White Ice!

Power Tackle 104.5

Dobyns 805. Thing will rip lips!!!

No one said power tackle?? Been curious bout them rods....other than that is go with a 5 or 6 power dobyns

Uhhhhh, yeah, any rod..... Definately Power Tackle, 104.5 or 105!!! No brainer!!

This. Can't beat 'em.

A Dobyns DX 765FLIP would be your best bet for the money. Perfect length and power for flipping IMO. Dobyns has always been my favorite rod for the durability and sensitivity they offer in their rods from the Savvy series to the Champion Extreme.

I love my Kistler rods, from the Z-Bone to the KLX and the new Helium 3 has just come out. I can not wait to get the new H3, here is a link
http://www.kistlerrods.com/store/fishing-rods/helium-3-fishing-rods.html

I would go with a 5 or 6 power in the Dobyns rod. I would go with the longest rod they are comfortable with. You are fishing for big fish in heavy grass. I would go with the 765 or 805

The Dobyns Champion Extreme Series DX 745C F/H
Length: 7'4" Primary Techniques: Carolina Rigs / Heavy Jigs / Pitchin' Stick

1pc. 12-25lb, 3/8-1 1/2oz, Mag Heavy Fast Action

An awesome rod and an absolute dream to fish with!

This

No doubt about it. This is the perfect rod.

Loomis NRX 895C JWR

I would probably go with the Dobyns Savvy 766 rod. EXCELLENT rod for the price and it will do the job. There are a few better Dobyns rods you can buy, but they are more expensive. This one will get the job done and be a longer lasting rod than most. About the only difference that I can tell from the Champion series is the Savvy is just a tad bit heavier than the Champion series. All, GREAT rods, however.

Dobyns Savvy Cast Rod 7'6" Heavy Flip 766

Hope this helps.

Tight lines, keep safe and good luck.

Thad Rains

Falcon cara

Yes this

Loomis 844 in either IMX or GL3

The IMX rod is great for Carolina Rigging or Flipping, and okay for big spinnerbaits, deep cranks, 3/4 oz traps and swimbaits. It has a strong back bone and a fast tip.

The GL3 is good for all of the above, solid back bone and a little softer tip.

They are 7 footers so they are easily handled.

Thanks for all the help guys...I really appreciate everyone input.

one of the new megabass destroyer rods

Kistler KLX without a doubt.

Dobyns Savvy 766FLIP... almost indestructible, and underpriced for it's quality! I have 2 of them, and I have put them through the ringer with no problems! throwing them from boat to boat, they ride in back of truck, bouncing around in my aluminum boat... my clumsy feet stepping on them. I can't say enough about how nice the Savvy Series really is! I really like this quality vs price point! (just don't go telling Dobyns they underpriced them!)

Power tackle 105

would have to go with a Evergreen Super Stallion.... Probably never find one but If I could...

or possibly a Megabass Jota Evoluzion

In the types of rods y'all talk about, I have to agree with the St. Croix Legends...any version, depending on how you prefer them tricked out. The Legend Tournament is a split grip, Legend Elite is a traditional grip, and the Legend Xtreme (my choice) is a cutting edge hybrid synthetic grip.

But...personally...I'd take a fly rod. So I won't bother mentioning it here.

For your technique specific, Dobyns 745. For Texas most versatile rod....Custom Angle Carolina Special.

One for sale on bbc right now ! The evergreen rod !

BBC? I know there is one for sale on Tackle Tour but its 750$ and around christmas that not doable haha...

Ugly Stick, no doubt

Falcon Amistad

If it could be anything, then Megabass.

I Like using the 7'6" MH Fenwick HMG with the extra fast tip. This rod is nice and light and very sensitive perfect for flipping all day with.

Kistler Hydrilla gorilla. Great for punching mats. Can pull the bigguns out.

Yep

Halo Rods 7'11" X-Heavy

Any power tackle rod would be awesome