Technique Recommendation

CiK · 10-14-10, 08:31 PM

I own a few rods that I haven't used in..........forever.

They are the old Quantum Energy rods I bought 10+ years ago. Any thoughts on what techniques I can throw with them if I add a reel?

Casting - Quantum Energy 6'0" Medium Heavy
Casting - Quantum Energy 6'6" Medium
Casting - Quantum Energy 6'6" Medium Heavy

Tony

BigBassin144 · 10-14-10, 09:15 PM

The 6' MH should be good for heavier spinnerbaits.

The 6'6" M should work for topwaters, small spinnerbaits, shaky heads.

The 6'6" MH should work for t-rigs.

BB

CiK · 10-14-10, 09:31 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BigBassin144

The 6'6" M should work for topwaters, small spinnerbaits, shaky heads.

The 6'6" MH should work for t-rigs.

BB

Thanks! I like the idea of using that 6'6" M for shaky heads.

Do you think that 6'6" MH could be used for senkos? I need a rod dedicated to that.

Tony

BigBassin144 · 10-14-10, 10:23 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by CiK

Thanks! I like the idea of using that 6'6" M for shaky heads.

Do you think that 6'6" MH could be used for senkos? I need a rod dedicated to that.

Tony

I actually used a 6'6" MH for senkos almost all last year. It worked fine for me. However, I prefer longer rod and have moved to a 7'3" MH. But if you need a senko rod and like/don't mind the shorter 6'6" rod, go ahead and use it.

BB

CiK · 10-15-10, 12:26 AM

I would prefer a longer rod too and might build one this winter, but for the time being I might try out this rod with a baitcaster for senkos.

Thanks for the help!

Tony

keithdog · 10-15-10, 03:06 PM

Not sure what I would use the 6'0" MH rod for, But I would use the 6'6" M for topwaters and shallow to medium diving crankbaits. The 6'6" MH would be my spinnerbait rod. I think I would use the 6'0" MH rod for casting from shore, as the shorter length really comes in very handy around overhanging branches.

MississippiBoy · 10-15-10, 03:47 PM

I've got a 6' MH rod, and I've mainly used it for throwing Spooks...it's easier to walk the dog using a shorter rod, to me.

carolina-rig-01 · 10-15-10, 06:44 PM

Sounds like everyone pretty much has you squared away. I would also add that you can use the 6'6" medium rod for smaller crankbaits and the 6'6" medium heavy rod for larger deeper diving crankbaits.

Raul · 10-16-10, 12:28 PM

I don´t see any problem fishing jigs & soft plastics with a 6 MH, most of my rods are 6 ft long.

Bob Smith · 10-18-10, 02:34 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MississippiBoy

I've got a 6' MH rod, and I've mainly used it for throwing Spooks...it's easier to walk the dog using a shorter rod, to me.

Ditto, what he said!

10-14-10, 08:31 PM	#1
CiK BassFishin.Com Active Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Cincinnati, Ohio Posts: 221	Technique Recommendation I own a few rods that I haven't used in..........forever. They are the old Quantum Energy rods I bought 10+ years ago. Any thoughts on what techniques I can throw with them if I add a reel? Casting - Quantum Energy 6'0" Medium Heavy Casting - Quantum Energy 6'6" Medium Casting - Quantum Energy 6'6" Medium Heavy Tony

10-14-10, 09:15 PM	#2
BigBassin144 BassFishin.Com Premier Elite Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Toledo, Ohio Posts: 9,463	The 6' MH should be good for heavier spinnerbaits. The 6'6" M should work for topwaters, small spinnerbaits, shaky heads. The 6'6" MH should work for t-rigs. BB __________________ As of June 14, 2014 the members of the BF.com forum have moved to basschat.yuku.com!

10-15-10, 03:47 PM	#7
MississippiBoy BassFishin.Com Super Veteran Join Date: May 2007 Location: Ridgeland MS Posts: 3,923	I've got a 6' MH rod, and I've mainly used it for throwing Spooks...it's easier to walk the dog using a shorter rod, to me. __________________ I smell smoke, and I hear sirens. Do you think that's a problem?

10-15-10, 06:44 PM	#8
carolina-rig-01 BassFishin.Com Premier Elite Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Webb City, MO Posts: 6,387	Sounds like everyone pretty much has you squared away. I would also add that you can use the 6'6" medium rod for smaller crankbaits and the 6'6" medium heavy rod for larger deeper diving crankbaits. __________________ You only live once. But if you do it right, once is enough.

10-15-10, 12:26 AM	#5
CiK BassFishin.Com Active Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Cincinnati, Ohio Posts: 221	I would prefer a longer rod too and might build one this winter, but for the time being I might try out this rod with a baitcaster for senkos. Thanks for the help! Tony

10-15-10, 03:06 PM	#6
keithdog BassFishin.Com Premier Elite Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: IN Posts: 8,308	Not sure what I would use the 6'0" MH rod for, But I would use the 6'6" M for topwaters and shallow to medium diving crankbaits. The 6'6" MH would be my spinnerbait rod. I think I would use the 6'0" MH rod for casting from shore, as the shorter length really comes in very handy around overhanging branches.

10-16-10, 12:28 PM	#9
Raul BassFishin.Com Super Veteran Join Date: Apr 2005 Posts: 1,030	I don´t see any problem fishing jigs & soft plastics with a 6 MH, most of my rods are 6 ft long.

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