perfect jerkbait setup
- FearNoFish1337
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perfect jerkbait setup
I am looking to get a set up just for jerkbaits i will be throwing all sorts of jerkbaits mostly LC 100 and 78's some small and large x-raps. I found this rod by loomis was ideal for jerkbaits. and was wondering what yall think http://products.gloomis.com/gl/products ... 4753710718
its a 6'3 mod-fast medium action im a big fan on diawa reels so im not sure what kind of diawa reel i want to put on this rod. my buddy is sponsored by quantum and he uses the 6'4 mod-fast medium LIGHT and says its the best jerkbait hes ever used and he throws all types of jerkbaits and i thought this rod would be better than the quantum
thx a lot yall
its a 6'3 mod-fast medium action im a big fan on diawa reels so im not sure what kind of diawa reel i want to put on this rod. my buddy is sponsored by quantum and he uses the 6'4 mod-fast medium LIGHT and says its the best jerkbait hes ever used and he throws all types of jerkbaits and i thought this rod would be better than the quantum
thx a lot yall
Re: perfect jerkbait setup
I have that exact rod paired up with a TD-Advantage, and it is God's gift to jerkbaits. Truly wonderful. I really like it because it's relatively short too, I like 6'-6'6" rods, none of these 7-footers for me I always break them in storage because I don't have adequate storage space.
Re: perfect jerkbait setup
You want a Megabass F4-610XDti Elseil paired with a TD Ito, TD-Z, or TD-Zillion burner. If 6'10" is too long for you go with the 6'5" Cyclone Evolution which is pretty much the same rod.
You asked for the perfect set up and here it is
You asked for the perfect set up and here it is
Re: perfect jerkbait setup
I personally like spinning rods best for jerkbaits. My 7'6" Med. Power Fast action rod is beautiful for X-Raps . I get a better feel with fast action rods with jerkbaits, especially for pumping and ripping.
BTW, I'm in chat.
-Mike
BTW, I'm in chat.
-Mike
Re: perfect jerkbait setup
My jerkb8 rig is a MB Jabberwock Evo FTi with a Calcutta 100DC and 10# Yozuri Soft. I like it a bunch (but D.R. has only recently got me into jerkb8s).
Re: perfect jerkbait setup
You and your UL jerkbaits!
- FearNoFish1337
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Re: perfect jerkbait setup
thx a lot i think im getting that rod with a fuego
Re: perfect jerkbait setup
The Smallmouth gloomis 6'3 is an excellent choice. Another is the MBR 782 in an IMX or GLX graphite. You can likely find a 782 IMX on ebay much cheaper then you can buy the 6/3 smallmouth which is harder to find.
In terms of reels, I would not recommend the Fuego and I own it. I'd go with a MG50 The MG50 throws these more air and weight challenged baits much better then the Fuego. A Sol would be my preference as well if your set on Daiwa. THough I'd really recommend the MG50 or Curado D if price is an issue.
In terms of reels, I would not recommend the Fuego and I own it. I'd go with a MG50 The MG50 throws these more air and weight challenged baits much better then the Fuego. A Sol would be my preference as well if your set on Daiwa. THough I'd really recommend the MG50 or Curado D if price is an issue.
Re: perfect jerkbait setup
Now thats one Masculine rigmhood wrote:My jerkb8 rig is a MB Jabberwock Evo FTi with a Calcutta 100DC and 10# Yozuri Soft. I like it a bunch (but D.R. has only recently got me into jerkb8s).
Nice for sure but just a tad too stiff for my preferances, btw how you like that bridged handle? Look/Feel better in person?
Re: perfect jerkbait setup
I really like the handle...fits me like a glove. YMMV.GAMEOVER wrote: how you like that bridged handle? Look/Feel better in person?
- Gone Phishin
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Re: perfect jerkbait setup
Just wondering if anybody has been using the new Puls-R PUL661M-C for jerkbaits?
Thanks,
Shaun
Thanks,
Shaun
- fish_finder1
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Re: perfect jerkbait setup
my jerkbait rod is a 6'6" avid medium w/ fast tip/ calais 200 w/ 8# powerpro
Re: perfect jerkbait setup
Fast Tip is the way to go, I think I failed to meon that earlier...
Re: perfect jerkbait setup
it's funny most people here use Baitcasters for jerks. I use to as well but Spinning is the way to go. i've talked to a lot of pros in the areaand most of them use a spinning rod/reel that is of fast or med/fast action and braided line with lead. i notice myself that i get way better action with spinning vs baitcasting.
Re: perfect jerkbait setup
How about this for a masculine jerkbait set up ....GAMEOVER wrote:Now thats one Masculine rigmhood wrote:My jerkb8 rig is a MB Jabberwock Evo FTi with a Calcutta 100DC and 10# Yozuri Soft. I like it a bunch (but D.R. has only recently got me into jerkb8s).
Nice for sure but just a tad too stiff for my preferances, btw how you like that bridged handle? Look/Feel better in person?
MUR756C-JB G.Loomis rod with a Ambassaduer 5001 TCG