rod and reel combos

walleyefinder Posted 6/13/2004 9:51 PM (#19484) Subject: rod and reel combos I need some suggestions for a rod and reel combo for bottom bouncers. Also a rod/reel combo for jigging. I'm new to the sport. I'm getting alot of knowlege from this site. Thanks in advance guys! This is a great site. dlm413 Posted 6/14/2004 5:55 AM (#19495 - in reply to #19484) Subject: RE: rod and reel combos Check out Bass Pro...they have some good combos for both Toolman Posted 6/15/2004 7:53 AM (#19546 - in reply to #19484) Subject: RE: rod and reel combos Member Posts: 129 Walleyefinder, I like the Quantum Acurist PT. Something low profile (comfortable to hold) with a flipping switch, so you can let out line without disengaging the clutch of the reel and having to turn the crank to reingage. A 7'-7'6" med action rod with a longer handle for when you need to tuck it under your arm. I personally don't think you need to spend a bunch on the rod for bouncing (like you might for vertical jigging) A mid-priced rod will do just fine. You didn't ask, but I like 14/6 Fireline for bouncing over mono. Tim Edited by Toolman 6/15/2004 11:29 AM Richfish Posted 6/15/2004 12:18 PM (#19560 - in reply to #19484) Subject: RE: rod and reel combos Member Posts: 540 Location: Milw, WI Check on for sale posts. Quantum QXLC76FB rods Edited by Richfish 6/15/2004 12:20 PM walleyefinder Posted 6/15/2004 10:06 PM (#19591 - in reply to #19484) Subject: RE: rod and reel combos Toolman, I did some research on the internet and I came up with a Quatum accurist 500 and a bass pro signiture series bottom bouncer rod. And yes, 14 lb Fireline.I haven't talked much to my New Fishing Buddies yet for there opinions. If anyone else has some suggestions it would be helpful. I still need some recomendations for a jigging outfit. Thanks for the help guys! Toolman Posted 6/16/2004 6:54 AM (#19601 - in reply to #19484) Subject: RE: rod and reel combos Member Posts: 129 Walleyefinder, I've never used the Bass Pro bouncer rods (the whole series of rods were designed by Keith K and Gary P). The trolling rods are nice, though. As far as a spinning outfit it depends on what type of jigging (pitching or vertical) and how much $$ you want to spend. I think the St. Croix Avid line are great rods. For vertical jigging the 6'3" medium action/fast tip with a Shimano Stradic 2000 is a pretty good set-up. Cost about $250+/-. For casting/pitching jigs I like a slightly longer rod with a slightly softer tip. It works better for me casting and pitching lighter jigs. Hope this helps. Tim