There are also jerkbait rods specifically for area trout (a.k.a. area minnowing rods) like the Chase & Bite Puzzle series PZ-601LS and PZ-511MS. Halcyon System has the Rhyzmo series as well. If you search up area trout minnowing on YouTube you'll be able to see the rods in action.

I've been interested in this subject for a while and have tried quite a few different types of rods (light game, area trout, stream trout) to find the best hardbait rod for trout.  Rod choice really depends on what types of hardbaits you want to work.  These rods tend to have softer tips relative to...

Thanks for the additional information, this is very helpful. I have a few Troutin Surgers and the side to side roll it does on the fall is very pronounced, way better than the Lucky Craft Wanders. After a bit more research the Salty Sensations series looks very promising. I'm especially interested i...

Great choice! I have a Lunakia and the Cardiff paired as well and think they balance rather nicely.

Thanks for the detailed information you've provided, the caro/bombarda techniques look very interesting! I would be using the Varivas Infinity PE (the 0.2 PE version) with the rod. I really like the castability and strength of this line. The only thing I struggle with a bit is that it appears to hav...

Hi All, I was looking for some advice on a long 8-9 ft rod for trout fishing. I currently have the Tenryu Lunakia 610 which I absolutely adore for its sensitivity and the feel it transmits when fighting fish (many thanks to TroutMagnetMan for his excellent videos and recommendations on this rod). Ho...