New Poison Adrena

[fishonsc]

Anyone using the 611+ for 3/8 to 1/2 spinnerbaits?
Which model in the line up is best for mid depth cranking?
Thanks!

[bronzebacks]

I've used my 6'11" for spinnerbaits and it did great with the war eagle screaming eagle 1/2oz smaller profile bait. I don't like it for bigger blades with a lot of drag like a Mann's ti classic if that makes sense

[fishonsc]

I've used my 6'11" for spinnerbaits and it did great with the war eagle screaming eagle 1/2oz smaller profile bait. I don't like it for bigger blades with a lot of drag like a Mann's ti classic if that makes sense

I jumped on one while they where on sale. $303 to my door. I plan on using it almost exclusively for 3/8 spinnerbaits with the occasional 1/2.
Thanks!

[Cracker]

Anyone using the 611+ for 3/8 to 1/2 spinnerbaits?
Which model in the line up is best for mid depth cranking?
Thanks!

Most universal rod in the lineup and the best one, imo.
I use it basically for everything, very sensitive too.

[_diggy_]

I am interested in a model or two, maybe a JDM model....but...are these really breaking like crazy?

I read reviews on TWH and it seems like almost all of the last posted ones have breakage issues.

[slipperybob]

Some people have lead hands, and lead feet.

[russ57]

So you throw senkos, 1/-1/4 texas rigs, and like 1/4 ounce or 3/8 football jigs on the rod?

5" senkos, neko, 3/8 oz dark sleepers, 3/8, 1/2 and 5/8 oz lipless, 3/16 to 5/15 finesse jigs plus 4 inch plastic, 1/4 oz t rigs, 1/4-3/8 oz spinnerbaits, 3/8 oz square bills, 110 size jerkbaits. 12# flouro. I've thrown 3/8 oz mini mop jigs with trailers and it definently gets the job done but I have other more bottom contact orientated rods for 3/8 oz jigs.

Super versatile rod that tours the kayak and boat. Gen 1 Zoidas. Can't speak to the gen 2 rods or the PA. It's a tip heavy rod though with that short grip and thick epoxy. Needs a 7 oz reel to balance out right.

I looked up the handle lengths and it seems the new 72M model has a 11.1 inch handle, vs 9.8 inches for the old model. I'm guessing that would improve the balance quite a bit.

[fishonsc]

For guys that have the 73mh. Is the rod weights accurate? For example. Is a 3/4 oz Megabass sleeper gill too much for this rod?
Thanks!

[robertjb7771]

the weights are accurate.....but i wouldnt use 3/4 sleeper on the 73mh for that i think its more a senko/lighter jigs/ moving baits kinda rod, but would use the 74H, cant explain it to you but for reference i have the 73mh , 74h and the new 76xh.

[fishonsc]

the weights are accurate.....but i wouldnt use 3/4 sleeper on the 73mh for that i think its more a senko/lighter jigs/ moving baits kinda rod, but would use the 74H, cant explain it to you but for reference i have the 73mh , 74h and the new 76xh.

Thanks! Ever use the 73mh to fish 4" or so paddle tail swimbaits?

[robertjb7771]

I have not but relegate those duties to the 7’4 H , it’s important to remember that the adrena line is using blanks that cater to the japanese market vs American so what I mean is that they tend to run a little lighter and have a deeper parabolic bend than the Expride line. My 7’3mh (Pared with a metanium) is used for when I want maximum sensitivity for Texas rigs and or jigs . But yes it’s very versatile and can use it for moving baits but I tend to use my Exprides for heavier cover. My 7’4 H is more versatile for moving baits as I throw anything from a 3/8 chatter bait all the way to a Megabass 2 ounce soft tail 6inch swimbait (have it pared up with a Antares 21) . The new 7’6 xh is the under cover rockstar as well as it was just rediculously good to use this summer punching/ f/p . Light,sensitive and I bet it could do double duty as a smaller swimbait rod.

[clemsondds]

I'm thinking about picking up a couple more of these rods. which model would you pick for a buzzbait rod and a swimjig rod? I have the 6'11M+ as well...use it mainly for squarebills. Thanks

[Craiger12]

Anyone have experience with the 7'2"M regular action? I'm basically looking to pick up this rod to use primarily for 3/8oz and 1/2oz Damiki Vaults and similar blade baits. Do you think this rod will work for this technique and weights. Will it load well with just 3/8oz and what is the upper end for these style baits? I'm thinking the regular taper will make it a good rod for treble hook baits. It seems it will fish more like a mod-fast than a moderate taper rod, which is what I'm looking for. Thanks in advance.

[Drakestar]

Anyone have experience with the 7'2"M regular action? I'm basically looking to pick up this rod to use primarily for 3/8oz and 1/2oz Damiki Vaults and similar blade baits. Do you think this rod will work for this technique and weights. Will it load well with just 3/8oz and what is the upper end for these style baits? I'm thinking the regular taper will make it a good rod for treble hook baits. It seems it will fish more like a mod-fast than a moderate taper rod, which is what I'm looking for. Thanks in advance.

I don't have experience with the 7'2" M, but the 6'10" M is a great blade bait rod from a boat (even though it's a Reg Fast, many Shimano rods have that progressive taper that works well for trebles). I've tried vaults up to 1/2oz, Megabass Dyna Responses and Jackall Keyburns. I'd use 3/8 more than 1/2, tho.

[Craiger12]

Anyone have experience with the 7'2"M regular action? I'm basically looking to pick up this rod to use primarily for 3/8oz and 1/2oz Damiki Vaults and similar blade baits. Do you think this rod will work for this technique and weights. Will it load well with just 3/8oz and what is the upper end for these style baits? I'm thinking the regular taper will make it a good rod for treble hook baits. It seems it will fish more like a mod-fast than a moderate taper rod, which is what I'm looking for. Thanks in advance.

I don't have experience with the 7'2" M, but the 6'10" M is a great blade bait rod from a boat (even though it's a Reg Fast, many Shimano rods have that progressive taper that works well for trebles). I've tried vaults up to 1/2oz, Megabass Dyna Responses and Jackall Keyburns. I'd use 3/8 more than 1/2, tho.

Thanks for the help. I currently have an Expride A 7'2" ML+ that I'm using for the 3/8oz Vaults. I find the power to be great for the 3/8oz but certainly overpowered by 1/2oz. My issue is that the extra fast action is not ideal for trebles. I'm hoping the 7'2" M Adrena will be slightly more powerful with a more moderate action as the ratings suggest.

I also have a 7'3" MH on the way that I plan to use for jigging LV500s in the same way that you fish a blade bait. I'm hoping the 7'3" MH will have enough power for the 3/4oz LV500s. I imagine it will handle the 1/2oz Vaults as well and will certainly try them out to see.