Crankbait Rod Opinion(S) 2025
stkbassn reply :
In the near future I'm going to buy another rod for deep cranks. I'm just wanting a few opinions.
I'm considering a Shimano Crucial but I don't see it in 7' 6 MH , I do see they have a 7'2 and 7'11.
I want something in the 7'2 to 7'6 so that could work fine....
However I also like those new Bass Pro Cranking rods for the price and they do have a 7'6 MH as well as a price tag that is well below that of the Shimano.
I do have and have had bass pro rods and like them quite a bit. I guess my question is about the Shimano being worth that much more than the Bass Pro Rod cosidering it's pretty much double the price.....
Thanks guys!
Hooligan reply :
The BPS Crankin Stick is the best bang for your buck crank stick out there. I'd buy that rod again and again over many other rods up to and including the $150 range.
stkbassn reply :
On 5/5/2011 at 1:37 AM, Hooligan said:The BPS Crankin Stick is the best bang for your buck crank stick out there. I'd buy that rod again and again over many other rods up to and including the $150 range.
I'm inclined to agree.....and so is my wallet! I'm still open to opinions but I think this is probably gonna be the one. If only I could get it with free shipping! That would be a deal indeed.
SoFlaBassAddict reply :
Those Crankin Sticks are a d**n good rod for the price. Other than that goofy powerhump grip, theres not much to complain about with them.
J Francho reply :
I like the BPS Crankin' Sticks, too. I now use Saint Croix Avid graphite crankers. They're better than the BPS (lighter, more sensitive, better components, better service plan) but only marginally better on the water.
KYntucky Warmouth reply :
I'd say the crankin stick is the best deal. If you're either tight on budget or don't do alot of crankin, it's all you need.
ArkieHawg reply :
I have a Shimano Crucial 7'6" Medium Heavy actually, purchased it locally here in Arkansas.
Goose52 reply :
My deep cranking rod just happens to be a ......... BPS 7'6" MH Crankin'Stick.
The Crankin'Sticks periodically go on sale for $59 - I've bought 4 of them at that price.
stkbassn reply :
On 5/5/2011 at 5:15 AM, KYntucky Warmouth said:I'd say the crankin stick is the best deal. If you're either tight on budget or don't do alot of crankin, it's all you need.
Well, I wouldn't say I'm tight but I do like a bargain 
I'm only as tight as my paycheck says I have to be! lol. I do like to do a lot of cranking. I'm still deciding but it seems almost everyone likes these sticks from bass pro.
Thanks
stkbassn reply :
On 5/5/2011 at 12:12 PM, Goose52 said:My deep cranking rod just happens to be a ......... BPS 7'6" MH Crankin'Stick.
The Crankin'Sticks periodically go on sale for $59 - I've bought 4 of them at that price.
You must like them quite a bit then. They sound like winners to me.
stkbassn reply :
On 5/5/2011 at 11:44 AM, ArkieHawg said:I have a Shimano Crucial 7'6" Medium Heavy actually, purchased it locally here in Arkansas.
Are you looking to unload it?
stkbassn reply :
On 5/5/2011 at 3:11 AM, J Francho said:I like the BPS Crankin' Sticks, too. I now use Saint Croix Avid graphite crankers. They're better than the BPS (lighter, more sensitive, better components, better service plan) but only marginally better on the water.
I like those Avid rods but I'm not looking to spend close to $200. I wish I could at the moment but it's just not possible. They are sweet though!
Delaware Valley Tackle reply :
For deep cranking the Lamiglas SR705 has a good blend of action, back bone and sensitivity.
J Francho reply :
On 5/5/2011 at 7:58 PM, stkbassn said:I like those Avid rods but I'm not looking to spend close to $200. I wish I could at the moment but it's just not possible. They are sweet though!
They were more like $160 retail. I saw Gander blowing Avids out the door at 40% off this spring.....added to my spinning arsenal on that deal. Keep your eyes open, and never pay retail!
Alpster reply :
On 5/5/2011 at 10:54 PM, Delaware Valley Tackle said:For deep cranking the Lamiglas SR705 has a good blend of action, back bone and sensitivity.
Probably the best factory cranking rod out there. At $240 retail, I think it's a little out of the budget. But if you could swing it, you won't be sorry.
Ronnie
chromedog reply :
Guys, does your preference change when you only shallow crank?
J Francho reply :
Yes, I prefer a faster taper and a faster reel.
ArkieHawg reply :
On 5/5/2011 at 7:56 PM, stkbassn said:Are you looking to unload it?
No, can't do that, I love the rod! I found it at Trader Bill's Outdoors here in Hot Springs, AR. You might could call them and see if they have them.
jignfule reply :
On 5/5/2011 at 1:37 AM, Hooligan said:The BPS Crankin Stick is the best bang for your buck crank stick out there. I'd buy that rod again and again over many other rods up to and including the $150 range.
I have a cbr843 g. loomis, But for VALUE a BPS Crankin Stick is hard to beat
Hooligan reply :
On 5/9/2011 at 10:58 AM, jignfule said:I have a cbr843 g. loomis, But for VALUE a BPS Crankin Stick is hard to beat
I agree. My CBR843 is the first rod of choice for warts to Deep Little N and DT10 DT14, square bills in open water, and lipless all around.
MightyMichigan reply :
You should look into the St Croix mojo bass Cranking rods.... they have a medium and a medium heavy model
Hooligan reply :
On 5/10/2011 at 6:28 PM, MightyMichigan said:You should look into the St Croix mojo bass Cranking rods.... they have a medium and a medium heavy model
By comparison, the BPS rods are far better. The Mojo is considerably heavier, as well as very tip heavy. It takes about a 300 size reel to balance them. I also feel the actions on most of the Mojo rods are pretty limp. They leave a lot to be desired, even at the price point. Consider that you're comparing rods like the Veritas, BPS Carbon Lite, the Johnny Morris Signature, and the Premier. There are far better rods available than the mojo.
stkbassn reply :
On 5/10/2011 at 10:20 PM, Hooligan said:By comparison, the BPS rods are far better. The Mojo is considerably heavier, as well as very tip heavy. It takes about a 300 size reel to balance them. I also feel the actions on most of the Mojo rods are pretty limp. They leave a lot to be desired, even at the price point. Consider that you're comparing rods like the Veritas, BPS Carbon Lite, the Johnny Morris Signature, and the Premier. There are far better rods available than the mojo.
I had a Mojo Swimbait rod which I gladly sold after one season. I was not impressed at all. It was heavy and just didn't feel right in my hands. I have a Mattlures Swimbait rod now and I love it.
As far as crankbait rods go I still haven't decided. I'm trying out an Allstar 7'2 TAS866CB for free so why not.....I still think I may go with the Bass Pro rod. I'm also looking hard at that Boyd Duckett 7'11 Microguide cranking rod.....it's light as a feather too! $179 though??? Wow.
Hooligan reply :
On 5/11/2011 at 12:28 AM, stkbassn said:I had a Mojo Swimbait rod which I gladly sold after one season. I was not impressed at all. It was heavy and just didn't feel right in my hands. I have a Mattlures Swimbait rod now and I love it.
As far as crankbait rods go I still haven't decided. I'm trying out an Allstar 7'2 TAS866CB for free so why not.....I still think I may go with the Bass Pro rod. I'm also looking hard at that Boyd Duckett 7'11 Microguide cranking rod.....it's light as a feather too! $179 though??? Wow.
I'm right with you on the Duckett rods in terms of price. Get a Carbonlite Micro for $100 put Tatsu on it, and you're better off than a Duckett. I think they're seriously overpriced for what you get.
I picked up a Johnny Morris Signature Series II today, just for grins. I hear a lot of people talk about them so I'm going to give them a shot. They're light and well balanced thus far, so we shall see.
Vinny Chase reply :
I use a 7'6" MH Cabelas XMLTI and absolutely love it, so I have never had a reason to try another rod.
flippin and pitchin reply :
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