Best Budget Crankbait Rod 2025
BigBass'n_Harrison reply :
I'm looking for a budget crankbait rod to replace the rod I have been using becuase the guides just went and my line is seriously getting screwed up lol. I would like a rod that is MH with a Mod-Fast Tip. I don't have an expensive reel on there so I'm not gonna put it on like a $200 rod. My price would be like $100 or below or a like $120 rod that I can find on eBay or Amazon for cheaper. I did notice the Dobyn's Colt (they're new budget line) has a MH MF, but I wasn't sure about it. I would be willing to go up to like $110 GOOD rod.
Thanks for the help!
-Harrison
webertime reply :
St Croix 7ft MHM (Bass X or Mojo)
Dobyns Fury or Colt 705
BigBass'n_Harrison reply :
On 11/19/2017 at 2:32 AM, webertime said:St Croix 7ft MHM (Bass X or Mojo)
Dobyns Fury or Colt 705
Okay thanks!
WRB reply :
Look around for a close out sale on Quantum KVD Tour crankbait rods.
Tom
tander reply :
Lews David Fritts Perfect Crankbait Rod, $80. Wait until Black Friday and get 20% off.
Bankbeater reply :
If you are going to use it exclusively for crankbaits I would take a look at Lightning rods, or some of the BPS rods. Those would be well within your budget.
BigBass'n_Harrison reply :
On 11/19/2017 at 2:52 AM, WRB said:Look around for a close out sale on Quantum KVD Tour crankbait rods.
Tom
On 11/19/2017 at 4:33 AM, Bankbeater said:If you are going to use it exclusively for crankbaits I would take a look at Lightning rods, or some of the BPS rods. Those would be well within your budget.
I have looked at the KVD rods, but I saw really bad reviews on them. Say I got one and my rod breaks, do you know if their customer service is good?
I also saw the David Fritts rods, those were one of my other choices.
On 11/19/2017 at 4:33 AM, Bankbeater said:If you are going to use it exclusively for crankbaits I would take a look at Lightning rods, or some of the BPS rods. Those would be well within your budget.
Never heard of them, but I will check them out.
WRB reply :
The KVD tour rod is the one you want, normally sales for$150 some close outs are about $90 if you find them.
I like the older Fritts crankbait rods, the new model has a wide trigger that I don't like it, the rod is good.
Tom
BigBass'n_Harrison reply :
On 11/19/2017 at 6:06 AM, WRB said:The KVD tour rod is the one you want, normally sales for$150 some close outs are about $90 if you find them.
I like the older Fritts crankbait rods, the new model has a wide trigger that I don't like it, the rod is good.
Tom
Okay thanks... have you seen any closeouts on them lately? Also I miss read you earlier, I thought you said the normal KVD crankbait rod thats why I said I had seen terrible reviews. The Tour ones look great.
WRB reply :
The rumors are KVD is dropping Quantum so retailers are closing out the signature rods. With Black Friday sales everywhere you should be able to find what you are looking for.
Tom
BigBass'n_Harrison reply :
On 11/19/2017 at 6:21 AM, WRB said:The rumors are KVD is dropping Quantum so retailers are closing out the signature rods. With Black Friday sales everywhere you should be able to find what you are looking for.
Tom
ok, thanks
burrows reply :
If you can find a Powell diesel glass crank jerk and top water rod I highly recommend I got one last year on clearance on tw ,610 medium that rod is a freaking awesome rod.
BigBass'n_Harrison reply :
On 11/19/2017 at 9:21 AM, Burro said:If you can find a Powell diesel glass crank jerk and top water rod I highly recommend I got one last year on clearance on tw ,610 medium that rod is a freaking awesome rod.
k i'll look around
Bluebasser86 reply :
On 11/19/2017 at 2:52 AM, WRB said:Look around for a close out sale on Quantum KVD Tour crankbait rods.
Tom
I bought 2 of the 7' MHM KVD Tour cranking rods for $30 each from Academy. The Ethos Composite Cranker from Academy is also a very nice, budget priced cranking rod.
Turkey sandwich reply :
You don't have to spend a lot of money to get a solid crank bait rod. You don't need crazy sensitivity and, IMHO, that money is better spent on good line, a quality reel, and your fast/x-fast rods used for bottom contact baits. I have 2 Abu Veritas rods that fish great and for $85 apiece, I find them very hard to beat. Ultimately, buy what's most comfortable for you - and it doesn't need to cost $150+.
rangerjockey reply :
Although it's not a crankbait specific rod the Denali Attax 7ft medium makes a great squarebill and medium diver rod.
Great for 1.5s ,wigglewarts, Rk Crawlers, 3XD's ect. Also would work for 1/4 and 3/8oz. spinnerbaits.
CroakHunter reply :
I just picked up a halo starlite from Wal-Mart for around 55 bucks. Although not a crankbait rod it has a moderate/moderate fast action. I will be using it for jerkbaits for sure and square bills possibly
BigBass'n_Harrison reply :
On 11/19/2017 at 2:25 PM, Bluebasser86 said:I bought 2 of the 7' MHM KVD Tour cranking rods for $30 each from Academy. The Ethos Composite Cranker from Academy is also a very nice, budget priced cranking rod.
There are no academys near me and they aren't on sale online :/ I'll look at that Ethos
On 11/19/2017 at 5:18 PM, Turkey sandwich said:You don't have to spend a lot of money to get a solid crank bait rod. You don't need crazy sensitivity and, IMHO, that money is better spent on good line, a quality reel, and your fast/x-fast rods used for bottom contact baits. I have 2 Abu Veritas rods that fish great and for $85 apiece, I find them very hard to beat. Ultimately, buy what's most comfortable for you - and it doesn't need to cost $150+.
Yeah I'm noy planning on spending more than 100. I'll look at the Veritas
On 11/19/2017 at 7:56 PM, rangerjockey said:Although it's not a crankbait specific rod the Denali Attax 7ft medium makes a great squarebill and medium diver rod.
Great for 1.5s ,wigglewarts, Rk Crawlers, 3XD's ect. Also would work for 1/4 and 3/8oz. spinnerbaits.
I've seen the Attax
On 11/19/2017 at 8:15 PM, CroakHunter said:I just picked up a halo starlite from Wal-Mart for around 55 bucks. Although not a crankbait rod it has a moderate/moderate fast action. I will be using it for jerkbaits for sure and square bills possibly
That's a good deal, get them in store?
BigBass'n_Harrison reply :
I think I'm going to get either the Dobyn's Colt or Fury or the St. Croix Bass X. They are a bit more expensive than what I wanted to spend (except for the colt but I'm not a fan of its looks), but they are nice rods. If anyone can suggest something better for the price or below the price, I will still be watching this topic so post it.
***edit*** I almost positive Im going to get the Okuma EVX cranking rod because it has the right specs and I found it for $75. I just got the Scott Martin rod and its AMAZING and this rod look like the same rod just a bit cheaper.
CroakHunter reply :
On 11/19/2017 at 9:49 PM, BigBass'n_Harrison said:There are no academys near me and they aren't on sale online :/ I'll look at that Ethos
Yeah I'm noy planning on spending more than 100. I'll look at the Veritas
I've seen the Attax
That's a good deal, get them in store?
I ordered mine online with free shipping to store.
ohboyitsrobby reply :
On 11/19/2017 at 10:00 PM, BigBass'n_Harrison said:I think I'm going to get either the Dobyn's Colt or Fury or the St. Croix Bass X. They are a bit more expensive than what I wanted to spend (except for the colt but I'm not a fan of its looks), but they are nice rods. If anyone can suggest something better for the price or below the price, I will still be watching this topic so post it.
***edit*** I almost positive Im going to get the Okuma EVX cranking rod because it has the right specs and I found it for $75. I just got the Scott Martin rod and its AMAZING and this rod look like the same rod just a bit cheaper.
I don't have the cranking rod but I have the evx topwater/jerkbait rod and it is some kind of fantastic for it's price range. I'm sure the cranking rod will be also
WRB reply :
On 11/19/2017 at 2:25 PM, Bluebasser86 said:I bought 2 of the 7' MHM KVD Tour cranking rods for $30 each from Academy. The Ethos Composite Cranker from Academy is also a very nice, budget priced cranking rod.
That is a good deal!
Tom
BigBass'n_Harrison reply :
On 11/20/2017 at 2:44 AM, ohboyitsrobby said:I don't have the cranking rod but I have the evx topwater/jerkbait rod and it is some kind of fantastic for it's price range. I'm sure the cranking rod will be also
Great!
On 11/20/2017 at 2:05 AM, CroakHunter said:I ordered mine online with free shipping to store.
Okay... are you sure it was the tour KVd rods cause i don't see them on sale on-line, but the normal KVD rods are on sale. I have seen nothing, but bad reviews on those.
WRB reply :
The new Quantum rods are listed at TW, no KVD signature rods are listed anywhere until he signs with a new rod maker.
Tom
DINK WHISPERER reply :
On 11/19/2017 at 10:00 PM, BigBass'n_Harrison said:I think I'm going to get either the Dobyn's Colt or Fury or the St. Croix Bass X. They are a bit more expensive than what I wanted to spend (except for the colt but I'm not a fan of its looks), but they are nice rods. If anyone can suggest something better for the price or below the price, I will still be watching this topic so post it.
***edit*** I almost positive Im going to get the Okuma EVX cranking rod because it has the right specs and I found it for $75. I just got the Scott Martin rod and its AMAZING and this rod look like the same rod just a bit cheaper.
That's the price I got mine from an eBay seller. I got the 7' 10" big plug/crank rod. Super light and balanced for the price.
burrows reply :
On 11/20/2017 at 5:44 AM, WRB said:The new Quantum rods are listed at TW, no KVD signature rods are listed anywhere until he signs with a new rod maker.
Tom
I wonder what rod and reels kvd will be using when he signs with a new sponsor.
CroakHunter reply :
On 11/21/2017 at 1:40 AM, Burro said:I wonder what rod and reels kvd will be using when he signs with a new sponsor.
Probably that sponsors rod and reels. If I was a guessing man I'd say it could be lews.
burrows reply :
Considering lews and strike king have the same parent company now I don't think that is a far fetched guess for kvd to be going to.
J Francho reply :
On 11/19/2017 at 10:00 PM, BigBass'n_Harrison said:I think I'm going to get either the Dobyn's Colt or Fury or the St. Croix Bass X. They are a bit more expensive than what I wanted to spend (except for the colt but I'm not a fan of its looks), but they are nice rods. If anyone can suggest something better for the price or below the price, I will still be watching this topic so post it.
***edit*** I almost positive Im going to get the Okuma EVX cranking rod because it has the right specs and I found it for $75. I just got the Scott Martin rod and its AMAZING and this rod look like the same rod just a bit cheaper.
I have both Okuma EVX cranking sticks. They both fish a little heavier than rated. The Medium power model is the more versatile of the two. The MH is definitely for big plugs. I reallu like them both. They're sensitive, so you can feel right when you run into something to back off and finesse the bait through cover, have the right moderate taper for good deflection when bumping bottom and cover, and the handle is very comfortable.
BigBass'n_Harrison reply :
On 11/21/2017 at 4:34 AM, J Francho said:I have both Okuma EVX cranking sticks. They both fish a little heavier than rated. The Medium power model is the more versatile of the two. The MH is definitely for big plugs. I reallu like them both. They're sensitive, so you can feel right when you run into something to back off and finesse the bait through cover, have the right moderate taper for good deflection when bumping bottom and cover, and the handle is very comfortable.
Thats good to know! Thanks! So if I wanna use it for like a punch of different crankbaits and stuff like that the I should go Medium? Cause I mean stuff from smaller squarebills to liplesses and stuff like that.
On 11/20/2017 at 12:37 PM, DINK WHISPERER said:That's the price I got mine from an eBay seller. I got the 7' 10" big plug/crank rod. Super light and balanced for the price.
Cool!
contium reply :
I'm currently using Fenwick Lunker Sticks for cranking duty and like them a lot.
J Francho reply :
On 11/21/2017 at 5:47 AM, BigBass'n_Harrison said:Thats good to know! Thanks! So if I wanna use it for like a punch of different crankbaits and stuff like that the I should go Medium? Cause I mean stuff from smaller squarebills to liplesses and stuff like that.
The Medium would be the one to get. The MH fishes best toward the top of it's range, close to and a bit over 1 oz. baits.
Munkin reply :
St Croix Premier 7' MHM is what I have been using for the last 10 years as it has become my favorite all around crankbait rod.
Allen
BigBass'n_Harrison reply :
On 11/21/2017 at 9:30 PM, J Francho said:The Medium would be the one to get. The MH fishes best toward the top of it's range, close to and a bit over 1 oz. baits.
d**n thats heavy for a MH cranking stick isn't it? Thanks I'll go for the Medium!
On 11/22/2017 at 5:24 AM, Munkin said:St Croix Premier 7' MHM is what I have been using for the last 10 years as it has become my favorite all around crankbait rod.
Allen
Little bit over my price range and I found a $100 cranking stick for $75 so I'm gonna with that. Especially since i know I like its older brother. Thanks Though
J Francho reply :
Th MH works well for the big 20' diving plugs. I also like for smaller hard swimbaits like Sebile Magic Swimmer. I actually have a Whopper Plopper 130 tied on it right now. So, in that sense it's also pretty versatile, but it doesn't sound like that's what your looking for.
BigBass'n_Harrison reply :
On 11/21/2017 at 6:54 AM, contium said:I'm currently using Fenwick Lunker Sticks for cranking duty and like them a lot.
Okay, my dad just got a fenwick HMG and I love it too. Never heard of those^ rods, but I'll look for the hell of it.
*edit* okay i just looked at the rod, I honestly do like it and if something goes wrong getting the rod I'm already getting the lunker stick will be my back up. The only thing holding it back is the color. I really don't like that rusty orange color.
BigBass'n_Harrison reply :
On 11/22/2017 at 9:44 PM, J Francho said:Th MH works well for the big 20' diving plugs. I also like for smaller hard swimbaits like Sebile Magic Swimmer. I actually have a Whopper Plopper 130 tied on it right now. So, in that sense it's also pretty versatile, but it doesn't sound like that's what your looking for.
Yeah I already have a rod for whopper ploppers and heavy-ish stuff. Light swimbaits, frogging, etc. The medium since it runs a bit heavy should be perfect and exactly what I'm looking for. Plus $25 off is nice 
Can the medium throw liplesses well cause I know some people use a heavier rod for the.
J Francho reply :
That's what I've mostly been throwing with it right now. That time of year....
BigBass'n_Harrison reply :
On 11/23/2017 at 1:33 AM, J Francho said:That's what I've mostly been throwing with it right now. That time of year....
Yep! I love throwing liplesses
junyer357 reply :
I have a pair of ethos 7'med/mod rods from acadamy, and looking at a third. I fish squarebills and med divers (up to 12') on them and love them. Wonderful cranking rod for price, $69 reg, often on sale for less. To go deeper than 12' or mag sizes i go to my deep crank rod, an enigma 7'10" md hvy.
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