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Looking for a rod that I can use for medium swim and glide baits and heavy flipping
Posted: Sat Oct 14, 2017 6:32 am
by freelancer27
Hi all,
Looking for a rod that I can use for medium swim and glide baits and heavy flipping.
I am currently using a Okuma Scott Martin TCS Casting Rod 7'3" Heavy that is rated for 1/4 -2 oz but it is a bit underpowered for the swimbaits that I am throwing and also is a bit too short in length.
Baits that I looking to throw:
Swim-Glide baits
* Huds 68
* Duel Hardcore Twitch'n Ninja Glider
* Team Leader Baits Bad Boy Glide Bait 7"
* Mattlures Ultimate Bluegill Series Swimbait
Punching/Flipping
* 1-1.5oz Jigs / Weighted plastic
The rod needs to be relatively light (for the flipping part) and I would prefer a longer handle.
Here are some options that I am considering:
* Phenix M1 Swimbait Casting Rod 8' Med Hvy
* Phenix M1 Swimbait Casting Rod 8' Heavy
* Genesis II Cast Rod 7'8" Jr. Swimbait Med Hvy
* Dobyns Fury Casting Rod 7'9" Med Hvy Swimbait
* Okuma Guide Select "a" Series Swimbait Rod 7'11" Heavy
* other options?
Price point should be under 200 USD.
Thanks for your help!
Re: Looking for a rod that I can use for medium swim and glide baits and heavy flipping
Posted: Sat Oct 14, 2017 6:47 pm
by capt1fish
Simple. Kistler MAD 8’
This is the Mark Daniels signature rod. Mark was a local here at the CA Delta prior to moving to AL to chase the BASS tour. It’s designed with a mod fast action which keeps fish buttoned in heavy cover and also aids in casting the baits you listed. If it wasn’t for Mark’s design/signature, I wouldn’t own any Kistlers.
From my understanding, iRod’s Bub Tosh punch rod has similar characteristics. I’m not familiar with the rod but sharing what I’ve heard.
Re: Looking for a rod that I can use for medium swim and glide baits and heavy flipping
Posted: Sat Oct 14, 2017 11:01 pm
by GOOD YEAR 71
Given criteria, I'd suggest the Dobyns and drop extra coin on more baits or something. You'll be happy with it.
Re: Looking for a rod that I can use for medium swim and glide baits and heavy flipping
Posted: Sun Oct 15, 2017 4:27 am
by TommyG
My buddy has the Okuma, for a 7-11 it is very light.
Re: Looking for a rod that I can use for medium swim and glide baits and heavy flipping
Posted: Sun Oct 15, 2017 5:35 am
by freelancer27
capt1fish wrote:Simple. Kistler MAD 8’
This is the Mark Daniels signature rod. Mark was a local here at the CA Delta prior to moving to AL to chase the BASS tour. It’s designed with a mod fast action which keeps fish buttoned in heavy cover and also aids in casting the baits you listed. If it wasn’t for Mark’s design/signature, I wouldn’t own any Kistlers.
From my understanding, iRod’s Bub Tosh punch rod has similar characteristics. I’m not familiar with the rod but sharing what I’ve heard.
Interesting. I was not aware of this telescopic rod. 300 USD is a bit over my price limit though.
GOOD YEAR 71 wrote:Given criteria, I'd suggest the Dobyns and drop extra coin on more baits or something. You'll be happy with it.
I handled the Dobyns yesterday in a store. The guy there said that the guides on the Dobyns were too cheap and he recommended me the Daiwa DX Swimbait Casting Rod 8' Med Hvy instead.
TommyG wrote:My buddy has the Okuma, for a 7-11 it is very light.
Yeah - will have a closer look at this one too!
Re: Looking for a rod that I can use for medium swim and glide baits and heavy flipping
Posted: Sun Oct 15, 2017 11:48 am
by Mothra
ALX - powerbolt
Re: Looking for a rod that I can use for medium swim and glide baits and heavy flipping
Posted: Sun Oct 15, 2017 2:06 pm
by GOOD YEAR 71
freelancer27 wrote:I handled the Dobyns yesterday in a store. The guy there said that the guides on the Dobyns were too cheap and he recommended me the Daiwa DX Swimbait Casting Rod 8' Med Hvy instead.
Okay. I didn't see that as a listed option. Daiwa is good, too. Just trying to help. Good luck.
Re: Looking for a rod that I can use for medium swim and glide baits and heavy flipping
Posted: Sun Oct 15, 2017 4:49 pm
by capt1fish
freelancer27 wrote:capt1fish wrote:Simple. Kistler MAD 8’
This is the Mark Daniels signature rod. Mark was a local here at the CA Delta prior to moving to AL to chase the BASS tour. It’s designed with a mod fast action which keeps fish buttoned in heavy cover and also aids in casting the baits you listed. If it wasn’t for Mark’s design/signature, I wouldn’t own any Kistlers.
From my understanding, iRod’s Bub Tosh punch rod has similar characteristics. I’m not familiar with the rod but sharing what I’ve heard.
Interesting. I was not aware of this telescopic rod. 300 USD is a bit over my price limit though.
The rod os one piece, non telescopic.
I was able to find one through classified for $200. Perhaps upcoming Veterans Day sale will save you some money.
Re: Looking for a rod that I can use for medium swim and glide baits and heavy flipping
Posted: Mon Oct 16, 2017 8:49 am
by freelancer27
capt1fish wrote:freelancer27 wrote:capt1fish wrote:Simple. Kistler MAD 8’
This is the Mark Daniels signature rod. Mark was a local here at the CA Delta prior to moving to AL to chase the BASS tour. It’s designed with a mod fast action which keeps fish buttoned in heavy cover and also aids in casting the baits you listed. If it wasn’t for Mark’s design/signature, I wouldn’t own any Kistlers.
From my understanding, iRod’s Bub Tosh punch rod has similar characteristics. I’m not familiar with the rod but sharing what I’ve heard.
Interesting. I was not aware of this telescopic rod. 300 USD is a bit over my price limit though.
The rod os one piece, non telescopic.
I was able to find one through classified for $200. Perhaps upcoming Veterans Day sale will save you some money.
Where exactly?
