Fliping Rods?

[BigBassin144]

I haven't started Flipping jigs yet cause they haven't arrived yet, but I need some advide on what rod to use. at the moment the only baitcaster I have is a 7' ML rod. form what I've read MH - H rods are the best. any suggestions on length or action?

[InEccess]

7' MH fast action rod. I use, and have no problems with, a St. Croix premier series rod. Some people will tell you not to waist your money on St. Croix and move up the pricing ladder for a better rod, but I have no complaints with my St. Croix (especially since I'm not knowing what I'm missing). Should only be about a hundred bucks.

[BigBassin144]

OK. Well i'm going to BPS tomarrow and really need some more advide on flipping rods cause i now my 7' ML rod isn't sufficient.

[Rebbasser]

BB, you need a 7' MH minimum-most true flipping rods are 7-6 and heavy action, which I what I use. I have a Falcon Original which has become my frog rod and a Fenwick Techna AV for my actual flipping rod. Flipping/pitching is a short line up close technique where a real stout rod and heavy line is mandatory. You are setting the hook with maybe 20 feet of line out and in heavy cover, so you need gear that will stand up.

I would also highly recommend using at least 50 lb braid. It is extremely tough, durable, and has no stretch which makes for a good, solid hookset.

Oh, and the difference between pitching and flipping:

Flipping



Pitching:

[zooker]

best video i have found is kvd pitching to heavy hitters..

zooker

[1FASTLASER]

Hey REB need how does the Techna do in the flipping rod?????..........Been thinking bout saving up the pennies for one.

[Rebbasser]

I like it, Laser. It is fairly light so it doesn't wear you out and is plenty sensitive. I don't flip a whole lot due to the lakes I fish but when I do it is a great rod.

[hackattack]

an easy way to get a rod with backbone is to step down in length...if you are a noob get a 7' heavy...easier to deal with

[Bender]

Originally Posted by zooker

best video i have found is kvd pitching to heavy hitters..zooker

+1, I just need to learn to do it like him.
It is a great video, I wish I had the long distance accuracy that he has.

[carolina-rig-01]

zooker that is a great video. my flippin stick is a falcon origional heavy action. it is something like 7'8" and telescopes. i had to add a little weight to the handle but now it is comfortable enough to use all day long. i think i gave a little over a hundred bucks for it. if you are forced to choose between a great flippin stick or a great reel, hands down go for the reel. an average heavy or medium heavy 7' rod will get you by, but when you are flippin or pitchin lack of reel will lead to a lot of problems imo. i like very high speed and a flippin switch is an option that a lot of people like. please take this advice, get a good reel and good line. if you go with braid then power pro is about as good as it gets. any given pitch could be the fish of a lifetime and not having good horsepower between you and her is a great way to end up with a broken heart (advice from experience).

[BigBassin144]

Thanks for all the advice. I'm leaving for BPS in a couple of hours and I'm taking all you great advice with me... I don't know If I'm getting a rod today, but me and my dad are looking at heavier rods, mine for flipping and pitching and his for trolling... when we get a trolling motor that is.

anyways thanks again, you guys are awesome... ( I probably shouldn't have said that though)

[BigBassin144]

I'm gonna check back right before I leave to see how much my compliment swelled your heads... But what you guys think of a Diawa Procaster Series reel for flipping/pitching? I prying to stay within my budget of 75 dollars. and it's paired with a BPS rod in a combo for $65

[3dkicker]

Check out the Shimano rods for $69 to $80. They make a decent 7' MH rod in your price range. St. Croix also has one, 7'6" MH, in the $100 range too. Check them out. Should be good for 3/8 to 1/2 oz jigs.

[BigBassin144]

alright, I'll go look em at BPS website. Thx