Casting Ned Rig rod

[Freddie]

I’m searching for a dedicated Ned rod in the +\- 7’ range…primarily 3-5 gram total weight neds with 6# FC.

The new Phenix Classic BFS 7’1” is catching my attention. Feedback?

[Drakestar]

I use a Phenix K2 713 ML (which skews light in actual power) for this and it works very well. Don't know much about the Phenix Classic, but it might be a good match just based on that kinship.

[Drakestar]

Looking at that rod now, I'd like an update to the K2 line using those aesthetics (lock nut etc.) please!

[njbasscat]

I like the Daiwa Steez AGS 6'8" light for Ned's. I have a Phenix K2 713 ML but I use it mostly for small jerkbaits.

[Hobie-Wan Kenobi]

That Phenix Classic BFS is nice. It can lack power if you are reefing in hogs around docks and such but, great open water rod. Super fun with dink bass too

[SAGISI CUST0MS]

My favorite Ned Rig rod is the Fenwick Aces Baitcasting ACES70CLP+J Bait Finesse Special.

https://jdmtackleheaven.com/products/fe ... se-special

[bronzebacks]

I use a conquest and glx 842c but the lowest weight is 1/10 oz net + trd

[sbd3]

I'm loving my Kistler ML (rated 1/16-3/8oz) paired up with a Shimano SLX BFS. I use this outfit exclusively for neds and flick shake.

[dragon1]

I agree with Ryan Sagisi above...and I also just sold (and will miss like hell), a Fenwick Tiemco Golden Wing 610C LP+J to a long standing TT member last week...IMO, it would be about perfect for your stated techs.

Fenwick Tiemco Links/Golden Wing/Aces (and even higher end of you want to push to ~ 100,000 yen) 6'10" and 7'0" LP+J models should absolutely be in the conversation for neds and light plastics and even lighter 1/4-1/3 oz topwaters, and have incredible fit and finish, extremely comfy trigger less reel seat, are very light, sensitive, and have strong backbones.

Good luck.

[bronzefly]

I like the Daiwa Steez AGS 6'8" light for Ned's. I have a Phenix K2 713 ML but I use it mostly for small jerkbaits.

The Steez AGS 6'8" light has the "megatop" and is an excellent casting ned rod. I prefer to fish ned rigs on spinning however, and the Steez 6'10" "The Ned" is by far my favorite light ned rod - just for information sharing!

[Freddie]

I like the Daiwa Steez AGS 6'8" light for Ned's. I have a Phenix K2 713 ML but I use it mostly for small jerkbaits.

The Steez AGS 6'8" light has the "megatop" and is an excellent casting ned rod. I prefer to fish ned rigs on spinning however, and the Steez 6'10" "The Ned" is by far my favorite light ned rod - just for information sharing!

What is the "megatop" that you are refering to here?

[Drakestar]

I like the Daiwa Steez AGS 6'8" light for Ned's. I have a Phenix K2 713 ML but I use it mostly for small jerkbaits.

The Steez AGS 6'8" light has the "megatop" and is an excellent casting ned rod. I prefer to fish ned rigs on spinning however, and the Steez 6'10" "The Ned" is by far my favorite light ned rod - just for information sharing!

What is the "megatop" that you are refering to here?

I think it's a solid tip rod, with the tip made from carbon. Daiwa has SMT rods (Super Metal Top) with titanium solid tip, i.e. on The Ned (which is an awesome Ned rod, I agree). Megatop is a carbon solid tip that supposedly bends uniformly well in all directions. It should be great for super light baits.

This is just from reading about it - I haven't fished their megatop yet, just the SMT.

[bronzefly]

I like the Daiwa Steez AGS 6'8" light for Ned's. I have a Phenix K2 713 ML but I use it mostly for small jerkbaits.

The Steez AGS 6'8" light has the "megatop" and is an excellent casting ned rod. I prefer to fish ned rigs on spinning however, and the Steez 6'10" "The Ned" is by far my favorite light ned rod - just for information sharing!

What is the "megatop" that you are refering to here?

I think it's a solid tip rod, with the tip made from carbon. Daiwa has SMT rods (Super Metal Top) with titanium solid tip, i.e. on The Ned (which is an awesome Ned rod, I agree). Megatop is a carbon solid tip that supposedly bends uniformly well in all directions. It should be great for super light baits.

This is just from reading about it - I haven't fished their megatop yet, just the SMT.

That's an accurate description, thank you Drakestar! The Steez 68L casting rod features a solid carbon tip, called a "megatop" versus a "SMT" on "The Ned" 6'10" spinning rod. Both impart an extra fast action to their respective models and make for a very fun on the water experience.

[goldrod]

Daiwa the Sensor is what I use

[montey]

I would go with the 7'1" Phenix Feather ML or Cashion ICON ML rod.
The Feather has a little faster action that hits the backbone a little faster.
Both are nice