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Bait spin rod recommendation
Posted: Sun Dec 25, 2022 11:07 pm
by Sebb
I'm looking for a 2-4 kg or 2-5 kg spin bait rod.
I want something that is good value for money around $100 (or less if possible). Especially during sale atmrod.
I don't want those cheapo heavy glass rod with thick heavy uncomfortable grip handle thing.
But I don't want those super stiff carbon graphite rod either as I want something soft and less resistance (especially the tip of course).
I've been checking at some shops and it's always either heavy bulky glass rod or super stiff graphite. Nothing in between.
Any suggestions?
Note: I have old Daiwa Tierra 1-3kg nibble tip rod that I use for whiting and bream. And 1-3kg rovex nibble tip rod. Maybe something similar but in 2-4kg or 2-5kg.
Re: Bait spin rod recommendation
Posted: Mon Dec 26, 2022 8:42 am
by Seniorfisho
Sebb wrote: ↑Sun Dec 25, 2022 11:07 pm
I'm looking for a 2-4 kg or 2-5 kg spin bait rod.
I want something that is good value for money around $100 (or less if possible). Especially during sale atmrod.
I don't want those cheapo heavy glass rod with thick heavy uncomfortable grip handle thing.
But I don't want those super stiff carbon graphite rod either as I want something soft and less resistance (especially the tip of course).
I've been checking at some shops and it's always either heavy bulky glass rod or super stiff graphite. Nothing in between.
Any suggestions?
Note: I have old Daiwa Tierra 1-3kg nibble tip rod that I use for whiting and bream. And 1-3kg rovex nibble tip rod. Maybe something similar but in 2-4kg or 2-5kg.
Rapala Maxwell 1-3kg are fantastic for $100, I have a brand new one that I bought by mistake that you could have a bit cheaper
Re: Bait spin rod recommendation
Posted: Mon Dec 26, 2022 9:00 am
by Sebb
Seniorfisho wrote: ↑Mon Dec 26, 2022 8:42 am
Sebb wrote: ↑Sun Dec 25, 2022 11:07 pm
I'm looking for a 2-4 kg or 2-5 kg spin bait rod.
I want something that is good value for money around $100 (or less if possible). Especially during sale atmrod.
I don't want those cheapo heavy glass rod with thick heavy uncomfortable grip handle thing.
But I don't want those super stiff carbon graphite rod either as I want something soft and less resistance (especially the tip of course).
I've been checking at some shops and it's always either heavy bulky glass rod or super stiff graphite. Nothing in between.
Any suggestions?
Note: I have old Daiwa Tierra 1-3kg nibble tip rod that I use for whiting and bream. And 1-3kg rovex nibble tip rod. Maybe something similar but in 2-4kg or 2-5kg.
Rapala Maxwell 1-3kg are fantastic for $100, I have a brand new one that I bought by mistake that you could have a bit cheaper
Thanks. Yeah I know Rapala Maxwell is great little light rod.
But I'm looking for a 2-4kg rod. Something that has a bit more power.
Re: Bait spin rod recommendation
Posted: Mon Dec 26, 2022 9:25 am
by fisho999
Shimano Sedona or shimano quick fire 2-4 kilo
The Sedona is better quality
Re: Bait spin rod recommendation
Posted: Mon Dec 26, 2022 10:53 am
by Sebb
fisho999 wrote: ↑Mon Dec 26, 2022 9:25 am
Shimano Sedona or shimano quick fire 2-4 kilo
The Sedona is better quality
They're stiff full graphite rods. I've held them.
I need soft nibbly tip. Or glass tip.
Been a while since I'm in the market looking for a bait rod.
Re: Bait spin rod recommendation
Posted: Mon Dec 26, 2022 2:48 pm
by Tim399
They might have too slow action for your liking, but I rate the ugly stik gold rods for bait fishing. I got 4 when Anaconda accidentally compounded an online and in-store discount a few years ago, and got them for about $30 each. The 3-5kg rod held up well on an 82cm snapper this year, but would still have a sensitive enough tip for whiting bites.
I don’t have any rods that are worth over $120 though (don’t want to be dropping expensive rods off the kayak), so I don’t have any high end rods to compare them to. Let us know what you end up going with
Re: Bait spin rod recommendation
Posted: Mon Dec 26, 2022 3:06 pm
by Sebb
Tim399 wrote: ↑Mon Dec 26, 2022 2:48 pm
They might have too slow action for your liking, but I rate the ugly stik gold rods for bait fishing. I got 4 when Anaconda accidentally compounded an online and in-store discount a few years ago, and got them for about $30 each. The 3-5kg rod held up well on an 82cm snapper this year, but would still have a sensitive enough tip for whiting bites.
I don’t have any rods that are worth over $120 though (don’t want to be dropping expensive rods off the kayak), so I don’t have any high end rods to compare them to. Let us know what you end up going with
Thanks.
I'll stop by Anaconda and have a feel on few rods. See which one I'd like the best.
Re: Bait spin rod recommendation
Posted: Mon Dec 26, 2022 4:26 pm
by Sneaky1
In a similar boat - looking to replace my Tica 4-10lb medium action graphite. Served me exceptionally well - love it but the reel seat loosens itself. If I don't find a decent replacement, might just have it repaired.
Have you looked at medium action / medium weight graphite or composite? Might be a compromise as glass is always bulkier / heavier.
Re: Bait spin rod recommendation
Posted: Mon Dec 26, 2022 4:52 pm
by Sebb
Sneaky1 wrote: ↑Mon Dec 26, 2022 4:26 pm
In a similar boat - looking to replace my Tica 4-10lb medium action graphite. Served me exceptionally well - love it but the reel seat loosens itself. If I don't find a decent replacement, might just have it repaired.
Have you looked at medium action / medium weight graphite or composite? Might be a compromise as glass is always bulkier / heavier.
Yeah.
The only composite I can find is Abu Garcia Rayrex.
The older model is pretty soft but can't find it anywhere now.
The new model is okay. Still a bit stiff though.
Re: Bait spin rod recommendation
Posted: Tue Dec 27, 2022 8:33 am
by cobby
Daiwa Beefstick 702LS. Daiwa Excellor 702LFS. Shimano Taipan 662sp. Shimano Aquatip 702EST. Ugly Stik Gold 702L. Silstar crystal power tip 702NT are some top look at