ultra light rod??

[boloson]

hey guys,

what's the general consensus on power ratings & length for an ultra light casting rod?

medium xtra fast tip? 6'3" or 7'??? i'm casting light stuff between from 1/16 up to 1/2 oz. currently have a 7ft MH fast tip & cast light stuff ok i guess but have a feeling that it can cast better with a medium power & xtra fast tip??

[BigBassin144]

For stuff 1/16oz I'd probably go with a 7' L or ML casting rod with a Fast action and a good finesse reel. I also wouldn't throw the 1/2oz stuff on the same rod if I didn't have to.

BB

[boloson]

u recommend any brands?

[gonefishin3]

Boloson,

What price range are you looking for?... Need more detail to answer your question :P

[kennethdaysale]

In the best bang for the (sensitivity/lightness/strength) buck it's hard to beat Fenwick HMG (imho). In the moneys no object class try G Loomis or Shimano Cumulus. I agree with BB on the 1/2 oz stuff.

[islandbass]

Do you mean a true ultra light? If the power isn't ultra light, it is not going to be a true ul rod. Doesn't mean it won't be fun to fish, but strictly by its power it cannot be a true ultra light.

Now if you mean a light action rod for bass fishing, BB144's rec is a pretty good one.

I believe there are pixy and presso rods out there that would fit the bill for true UL rods.

[BigBassin144]

boloson, I know you're already a fan of Dobyns rods. The DX702C would be one of my top choices. The Daiwa Steez SPX Mega Top casting rod would probably be a good choice too, but it only comes in a 6'10" rod. St Croix also has a 6'9" or 6'10" ML rod in their LTB series I believe.

BB

[boloson]

Originally Posted by gonefishin3

Boloson,

What price range are you looking for?... Need more detail to answer your question :P

price is not a factor but would like to keep it under $300 since i recently just bought a steez rod.

Originally Posted by kennethdaysale

In the best bang for the (sensitivity/lightness/strength) buck it's hard to beat Fenwick HMG (imho). In the moneys no object class try G Loomis or Shimano Cumulus. I agree with BB on the 1/2 oz stuff.

any particular gloomis? i'm really not familiar with their line up. it says the cumulus lure rating is from 1/8 to 1/4 i believe? any other rods that'll handle lower or would i have to go really ultra light?

Originally Posted by islandbass

Do you mean a true ultra light? If the power isn't ultra light, it is not going to be a true ul rod. Doesn't mean it won't be fun to fish, but strictly by its power it cannot be a true ultra light.

Now if you mean a light action rod for bass fishing, BB144's rec is a pretty good one.

I believe there are pixy and presso rods out there that would fit the bill for true UL rods.

i wouldnt say true ultralight since i tend to use senkos from 4" to 6". just started to get into ultra light cranks/ topwater though & that's the rod i'm leaning towards (what ever handles that those cranks). what is the BB144?
yes i saw someone selling the pixy rod since my reel is an airey red pixy. would like that but too much $$ at this time.

Originally Posted by BigBassin144

boloson, I know you're already a fan of Dobyns rods. The DX702C would be one of my top choices. The Daiwa Steez SPX Mega Top casting rod would probably be a good choice too, but it only comes in a 6'10" rod. St Croix also has a 6'9" or 6'10" ML rod in their LTB series I believe.

BB

yes dobyns would be nice. been meaning to try out there other stuff since i'm really happy with their swimbait rod. steez is out of the question right now since i just bought 1. 1 of the guides is already cracked at the base . dont know how that could've happened but it did. don't want to put in a claim just yet since the season is still going strong & i'm lovin the pix & steez combo. st croix seem to fit the bill too since i play with it everytime i go to bass pro.

[WaffleJaw]

I can get ''popping'' rod blanks rated 1/16-3/8oz 7' ML/FAST 4-10 Line.

My give the Loomis popping rods a look or similar.


or talk to me

[BigBassin144]

For ultralight cranks, I'd go with the DX701C. For light contact baits like dropshot, weightless worms, etc. the DX702C should work fine.

Or like Walker said, talk to him. he'll hook you up.

BB

[WaffleJaw]

Originally Posted by BigBassin144

For ultralight cranks, I'd go with the DX701C. For light contact baits like dropshot, weightless worms, etc. the DX702C should work fine.

Or like Walker said, talk to him. he'll hook you up.

BB

Ah! I over looked the 701...That would be worth a look for sure.

[boloson]

Originally Posted by WaffleJaw

I can get ''popping'' rod blanks rated 1/16-3/8oz 7' ML/FAST 4-10 Line.

My give the Loomis popping rods a look or similar.


or talk to me

what would something like that run me?

Originally Posted by BigBassin144

For ultralight cranks, I'd go with the DX701C. For light contact baits like dropshot, weightless worms, etc. the DX702C should work fine.

Or like Walker said, talk to him. he'll hook you up.

BB

kinda leaning towards the 701. i dont think ive ever heard of anyone giving dobyns a bad review. they all praise them

[kennethdaysale]

Hey Boloson.. Take a look at the G Loomis shr821s ...its listed as a Shakeey Head rod but I've been using it since June to toss everything from 4" finesse worms to #7 Rapalas and have really enjoyed it. I especially like the tip action...really makes that Rapala "POP", and its well within your price range.

[boloson]

I'll check out that loomis when I go to bps. I thinly they carry it there. Thanks everyone

[Bender]

The rod that I have been using for very light casting this year is a Loomis SMR753C - JB. It is supposed to be a jerkbait rod, and it works well for Pointer 78s, but it cannot handle a Pointer 100 IMO. Where the rod really shines is for topwater. I'm using braid and a BPS Carbonlite reel and it works very well. The only thing that I haven't been able to throw consistently are super light walleye jerkbaits and I might just need lighter line for that.