Low budget rods 2025
wisconsin heat reply :
I am a low buget and have two lonely reels, right now im looking at the abu garcia Vengence/vendetta,and the daiwa tierra, any opinions on these rods? or any other rods in the sub $80 category?
thankss
Fat-G reply :
Vendettas are great for the money. I have one I got for free and I actually like it a lot.
KYntucky Warmouth reply :
If you have a Dicks nearby, take a look at the F&S Tesc Spec rods. I bought a 7'M last yer and was very impressed. I liked it better than the Vendetta I had.
Marty reply :
I've never had a problem with inexpensive rods. I have no particular brand loyalty or preference. If I found a rod that had the characteristics that I was looking for, I just bought it without regard to brand.
NorcalBassin reply :
Shimano Clarus is also a good option in that price range.
Fat-G reply :
QuoteIf you have a Dicks nearby, take a look at the F&S Tesc Spec rods. I bought a 7'M last yer and was very impressed. I liked it better than the Vendetta I had.
I'm changing my suggestion to the Tec Spec. I have the 6'8 MXF spinning rod, and it is a VERY sensitive rod. It feels more sensitive than my Cumara. Granted the Cumara is a very stiff rod and is meant for very different things, that says alot.
I will add this to avoid getting destroyed for saying that, the fish I have recently caught on the Tec Spec have been dinks on 6# test. Dinks in general are much more aggresive so that could play a big part in the rod feeling more sensitive. However, with the way the $60 rod feels, I can't imagine how sensitive the Cumara would be in that length and action.
northern basser reply :
When I'm looking for a low budget rod I go for the Cabelas rods. The fish eagle II is $79.99 retail and all of cabelas rods go on sale from time to time. Actually they have their new prodigy micro guide rods on sale for $79.99, down from $99.99. IMHO you get a little better "bang for your buck" when you buy a in-house rod.
Pa Angler reply :
BPS Bionic Blade or
for $10 more BPS Carbon Lite.
Tight Lines
Pa Angler
0119 reply :
The Vendetta is great for the money but tip heavy in longer lengths. Claurus has a nice crisp feel to it to me and is still available in shorter lengths high ranking rods arent anymore.
ChiCityBasser reply :
QuoteWhen I'm looking for a low budget rod I go for the Cabelas rods. The fish eagle II is $79.99 retail and all of cabelas rods go on sale from time to time. Actually they have their new prodigy micro guide rods on sale for $79.99, down from $99.99. IMHO you get a little better "bang for your buck" when you buy a in-house rod.
x2 on the Cabelas rods as I have several including a couple of prodigy rods.
The Tec Spec rods look pretty good also from Dick's.
hookingem reply :
Give a Clarus a shot! Its quite a rod for 70 dollars and you cant beat Shimano's lifetime warranty!
skunked_again reply :
the Berkley Shock rod isnt the worst idea in the world.
bilgerat reply :
The Triumph lineup from St. Croix are well made budget rods. No split grips or bling to them, but they are a good rod anyhow.
Scorcher214 reply :
The new BPS Bionic blades have split grips and are 80 i think. I owned a spinning rod and t'is very nice. Also, bps graphite series ain't so bad either.
kadas reply :
QuoteThe Triumph lineup from St. Croix are well made budget rods. No split grips or bling to them, but they are a good rod anyhow.
X2 
B-Dozer reply :
QuoteWhen I'm looking for a low budget rod I go for the Cabelas rods. The fish eagle II is $79.99 retail and all of cabelas rods go on sale from time to time. Actually they have their new prodigy micro guide rods on sale for $79.99, down from $99.99. IMHO you get a little better "bang for your buck" when you buy a in-house rod.
I have bought FE II for $39.99 on sale! To me they tend to run a bit softer than stated on the rod, so you might want to go up a weight, or maybe not. Great rod for the money. JMO
bear7625 reply :
I like to hold a rod in my hand before I buy. You have a new Gander Mountain in your area and the last time I was there, they had a good selection of brand name rods in many price ranges. They also have their own series of rods. They have a in-store spring sale that should be coming up soon.
JigMe reply :
I would visit your local tackle shop, and I am sure there are many rods in your price range. Focus on the action/length of the rod, than the brand of the rod.
My first setup cost me 39.99 from walmart, and it works fine until the bait monkey caught up with me. Any rod at 80 bucks range should be fine, go with what you like.
BassThumb reply :
The St. Croix Triumph line offers a excellent rod for the price. I would recommend that you search the various online flea markets for used St. Croix Premier rods. They are often priced in the $50-60 shipped range.
Flywatersmallie reply :
QuoteI like to hold a rod in my hand before I buy. You have a new Gander Mountain in your area and the last time I was there, they had a good selection of brand name rods in many price ranges. They also have their own series of rods. They have a in-store spring sale that should be coming up soon.
The spring sale is going now. Look at the GSX Tournament rods. They run, I think 60-80 bucks depending on model. Very nice rods for the money, also include a lifetime over the counter warranty and full cork or split grip, depending on what you prefer.
The Tec Spec rods are pretty nice for the price too. I had a coupon last spring and picked one up. I don't use it often but its well built and seems reasonably sensitive.
catchnm reply :
QuoteThe Triumph lineup from St. Croix are well made budget rods. No split grips or bling to them, but they are a good rod anyhow.
X3 8-)
SausageFingers23 reply :
Abu Vendetta
endless reply :
I'm not sure how good they are but the GSX at gander mountain are $79. They look and felt good when I was messing with them. (the blueish/purple looking one) They GSX tournament is 25% off. They're originally $99.
endless reply :
QuoteQuoteI like to hold a rod in my hand before I buy. You have a new Gander Mountain in your area and the last time I was there, they had a good selection of brand name rods in many price ranges. They also have their own series of rods. They have a in-store spring sale that should be coming up soon.The spring sale is going now. Look at the GSX Tournament rods. They run, I think 60-80 bucks depending on model. Very nice rods for the money, also include a lifetime over the counter warranty and full cork or split grip, depending on what you prefer.
The Tec Spec rods are pretty nice for the price too. I had a coupon last spring and picked one up. I don't use it often but its well built and seems reasonably sensitive.
Beat me to it.
A-Rob reply :
I picked up some Daiwa Procyons. Nice rods for 50 bones.
Fish Chris reply :
Cheap rods are just fine. If a guy is worried about sensitivity, then I hope he's using braid. If not, he shouldn't even be allowed to talk about sensitivity
Peace,
Fish
clayton86 reply :
tech specs are nice there cheaper this year compared to last year when they came out there listed for 59.99 im gonna pick a few up soon i bought a 6'10 casting last year and love it but i broke it last year also closed it in the car door
new2BC4bass reply :
I picked up a Tec Spec 6'8" Medium Fast last year. I like it fine so far, but don't feel I have enough experience with any of my rods to make concrete statements. Just got back into fishing last year and started buying baitcasting gear for the first time. I switch rods several times on each outing so I don't have a lot of time with any of them yet.
I would like to add that you might want to consider a used Falcon Original if you don't mind a used rod. I picked up 2 first of this month at $35 apiece at a local shop in Florida. I've seen them in the classifieds for $40 shipped. Also for $80 shipped. I got to use both fishing unweighted worms a couple days. Had no problem telling when the worm was coming across a lily pad. I could feel the plastic worm sticking, then releasing and lurching forward. Managed to catch a few fish even with the cold fronts that were prevalent! : ;D ;D
dodgeguy reply :
QuoteCheap rods are just fine. If a guy is worried about sensitivity, then I hope he's using braid. If not, he shouldn't even be allowed to talk about sensitivityPeace,
Fish
i agree %100 !!!
SirSnookalot reply :
IMO rods should be selected for an intended purpose, water conditions, target species....I'd use 1 type of rod for an open water pond as compared to high banked canal fishing or weedy area conditions. I pay little attention to sensitivity, not because I use braid but because of my fishing techniques and the kind of fish I catch. I really have never had a problem detecting a bite with a broom stick. Recently I went to using a saltwater inshore med 8/17 rod ( calico jack, 54.99) for high banked canals, get more than enough casting distance and have the back bone to lift a good size bass out of the water. Shimano clarus rods are excellent, from light pond use to inshore fishing.
Ima Bass Ninja reply :
Guess i'm gonna have to be the only one to recommend the Daiwa Tierra. I have 4 of them (plus 2 team v's which is essentially the same rod) and for the money you couldn't ask for a better rod. 10 rod guides IM7 blank, full cork handles can't go wrong with that combo.
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