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| Ive been looking for a new rod for casting small crankbaits, and was thinking a 7' would be the best, but do you guys know of any real good species specific for Walleye companies that make a rod that you cant be without? Or are they all pretty much equal? Any help? |
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Location: LaCrosse, WI | The big thing is having a fairly long rod with a fast action tip. You want a bit of whip to the end of the rod to help with the smaller cranks. The other key is that you want a big spinning reel. The big spool lets line come off easier.
I have several, I have two Rapala 7 footers, and recently added a Gary Roach 7' bottom bouncer rod to the mix. The Roach rod is pretty dang good for jointed #5 Shad Raps. I also cast a long ways , I anchor as far as I can from my target and let her rip. |
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| Hey GNWC Rookie, does your 7 foot Roach bouncer rod work well with smaller than #5 Jointed Shad Raps too? Or do you prefer a little lighter rod for that purpose? |
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Location: LaCrosse, WI | The smallest I've tried to cast is #5 regular shad raps. It does work, but there's not a whole lot of weight to such a small balsa lure. If the lure was plastic or had some kind of weight system it should work. The Roach rod is nice because it's a very fast action tip. It creates a whipping motion in the last 18 inches of the rod. |
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| Food for thought - I throw smaller cranks (1/4 oz.) using baitcasting gear. 6' med action Loomis rod (CR722) teamed with a low profile reel filled with 8 lb. Fireline. Casts Bandit/DT Rapala baits a mile. C-man |
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