Most Sensitive Rod For Soft Plastics 2024
KentuckyDave reply :
I am interested in everyone's opinions on what you think the most sensitive rod in the $100-$120 range is that still has the backbone required to another site.
Thanks in advance
Darren. reply :
Don't think I've tried enough to say what's the most sensitive.
Most expensive rod I own is a Shimano Compre, and I love it (them). If I had a few more bucks to spend, I'd put the money on a St. Croix.
SudburyBasser reply :
I like the Shimano Compre as well.
bmlum415 reply :
Don't buy a mojo that's for sure they feel like crap,spend a bit more on a phenix rod they're amazing or even a dobyns
Bassn Blvd reply :
In that price range, I don't have a clue.
How sensitive rod A is over rod B depends more on the individual than the actual rod. Rod A could be sensitive in my hands, yet you may not feel anything with it.
My hands are very sensitive, either geneticaly or learned, so I can get away with using a less sensitive rod.
Also, knowing what certain objects feel like (grass, rock, wood, shopping carts, etc) when bumped into will help in deciding how to choose how much "sensitivity " you need in a rod.
Generaly speaking, the more money you spend on a rod, the more sensitive. That being said, not all expensive rods (high end) rods are any more sensitive than $40-$100 rods.
If you want to sharpen youe sensitivity skills then practice at night.
thehooligan reply :
I'd go for a used cumara....
KentuckyDave reply :
I hear alot of people talk about the Veritas.....is this a rod that everyone thinks is very good or just good for the money spent on it?
iabass8 reply :
Its not the best rod in your price range but its much better than most 100$ rods
Bassn Blvd reply :
On 2/3/2013 at 12:25 PM, KentuckyDave said:I hear alot of people talk about the Veritas.....is this a rod that everyone thinks is very good or just good for the money spent on it?
IMO, JUNK, but not bad compared to other rods in that price range.
kickerfish1 reply :
You will get budget rod quality sensitivity if your budget extends to only $120. The veritas, *** rods, BPS carbonlite, and Mojo are about as good as it gets. These rods will have decent blanks and componenets but likely wont "ooh and aah" you as what many folks would consider sensitive. In the hands of 10 different anglers there is a good chance that each of them would rank the rods in a different order based upon how they perceive it.
I really believe that anglers start getting in to truly noticeably more sensitive rods at the $150-$200+ range. The Powell endurance, phenix recon, and St. Croix Avid are all great choices for under $180. The dobyns champion, shimano cumara, and I-rod air series are all rods that push $250 by during a 20% off sale can be had for around $200.
I have used probably close to 3 dozen different rods out there ranging from $60 to $350+. Personally I feel that the rods $150 on up are truly more sensitive than $100 rods and less in my hands. You get what you pay for in a rod.
If you aren't opposed to buying used our flea market here or other online sites can have some pretty stellar deals on rods in good shape.
paul25 reply :
in that price range id go for a bass pro shops carbonlite rod. i really like them for soft plastics
*Hootie reply :
On 2/3/2013 at 5:00 PM, paul25 said:in that price range id go for a bass pro shops carbonlite rod. i really like them for soft plastics
That would be my choice of all the $100.00 rods mentioned. Sometime back, I ordered a rod online, a Falcon Lowrider. Qhen I got the rod, I didn't like it at all. If I had handled it in a store, I wouldn't have bought it. However, after fishing with it, it has turned out to be one of my absolute favorite rods. Actually using a rod will tell you a different story than simply flailing one around in the store. Incidently, I think this rod runs around $120.00.
Hootie
LgMouthGambler reply :
On 2/3/2013 at 12:25 PM, KentuckyDave said:I hear alot of people talk about the Veritas.....is this a rod that everyone thinks is very good or just good for the money spent on it?
Its got a good strong backbone, but its not that sensative. I would go for the Compre
JigMe reply :
On 2/3/2013 at 12:25 PM, KentuckyDave said:I hear alot of people talk about the Veritas.....is this a rod that everyone thinks is very good or just good for the money spent on it?
I have used Veritas for two seasons, but definitely not my first choice for "most sensitive" rod.
Arv reply :
In that range, for a new rod, I'd either go Veritas or Compre. I'd lean towards the Compre because its a lot more comfortable in my hands. I haven't fished a Carbonlite but I also like their handle more than the Veritas. I wouldn't recommend gettting a Mojo for bottom contact presentations. I feel that it lacks a lot of sensitivity. BUT, what I would really urge you to consider is finding something on sale or good used condition. I think there are MUCH better rods out there for bottom contact presentations than what is offered at the 100 dollar mark.
Arv reply :
I've also heard a lot of good things about the *** ***. It may be worth a look as well.
McAlpine reply :
The BPS Carbonlite is probably the best $100 rod made. Very light, very sensitive, good backbone,great tip. A real deal.
mc6524 reply :
I have to agree with Shimano. I prefer the cumara, but I understand they are no longer making it. If you can spend a little more money I'd go with an Avid from St. Croix, or I'd look at a Razr rod. They are around $160.00 but well worth it
revo4life reply :
airrus rods the best for the price, for 150 you can get the co-matrix 2.0 or 2.5
i personally own 5 nanofusions and i love em super sensitive and super strong.
KentuckyDave reply :
I hear what everyone is saying...so what rods would you recommend for sensitivity mainly on jigs and soft plastics Texas rigged?
Toeshots reply :
Used St. Croix Avid series or better. They have a lifetime warranty even if you aren't the original owner.
The Avid MH/F is pretty stout so maybe the 7' M/F would be a little more versatile.
ww2farmer reply :
I like the Mojo's, I feel bites on them just fine. I fish them right along side my Avids, and Legend Tournaments and have no complaints. Are they the best? Who knows? And better yet..........who cares! Plenty of guys like them, plenty of guys don't. I suspect if you can't feel anything on a $100 rod of any make, you probably don't have much of a feel for whats what in the first place......or your 13 and mommy just bought you a new rod of x/y/z brand and it's the best.......naturaly, because you have one 
skeletor6 reply :
On 2/4/2013 at 12:09 AM, ww2farmer said:I like the Mojo's, I feel bites on them just fine. I fish them right along side my Avids, and Legend Tournaments and have no complaints. Are they the best? Who knows? And better yet..........who cares! Plenty of guys like them, plenty of guys don't. I suspect if you can't feel anything on a $100 rod of any make, you probably don't have much of a feel for whats what in the first place......or your 13 and mommy just bought you a new rod of x/y/z brand and it's the best.......naturaly, because you have one
Money is different to everyone. I would suspect someone spending $100 on a rod "cares" about how it performs. Clearly, the OP stated that he cared. Furthermore, rods in the $100 range have a very tough time comparing to what you will find in the $200 range sensitivity wise. I can feel much more on my cumara then say my powell max and the powell max is a decent rod for its price.
OP, if you are really looking to get a sensitive rod for your money the ~$200 price range is where its at. Avids, Phenix M1/Recons, Dobyns Champions, Cumaras, etc. They all use noticeably better blanks, guides, components and have warranties that you will actually want to utilize if something goes wrong. If you take a little bit of time, be patient and search the flea market here, wait for deals/closeouts/sales you can find these rods for not much more than $120 and you will have a rod that gives enjoyable amounts of sensitivity and performance.
Southfork reply :
You can get a very nice rod in that price range if you buy used. I can see no drawbacks to buying a used rod if it has a lifetime warranty.
I have an older IMX 6'6" Mag-Light that I use for lighter soft plastics that I throw. I bought it for $125 and it's very sensitive in my hands.
If you shop around you can find a new Crucial that will fit your price range, and I've had good luck with those as well.
Bass Junkie reply :
If you're considering the *** rod, check out Tackle Tour's review of it. It has some very good info, it's unbiased, and the photography gives you a good idea of the cosmetics, especially when compared to the standard e-tailers pictures.....
paul25 reply :
On 2/4/2013 at 12:06 AM, Toeshots said:Used St. Croix Avid series or better. They have a lifetime warranty even if you aren't the original owner.
The Avid MH/F is pretty stout so maybe the 7' M/F would be a little more versatile.
i just recieved my avid seris in the mail last week, havent got to fish with it yet but i really like the feel.
Toeshots reply :
On 2/4/2013 at 7:34 AM, paul25 said:i just recieved my avid seris in the mail last week, havent got to fish with it yet but i really like the feel.
Nice!
Which model did you go with?
Bluebasser86 reply :
In that range the Carbonlite would get my vote. I like the couple Mojos I have and the ones I had before I upgraded to my LTB rods. I have no problem feeling bites with them and liked the feel of them but like with every rod it's all going to be what kind of feel you prefer.
rockchalk06 reply :
On 2/3/2013 at 12:35 PM, Bassn Blvd said:IMO, JUNK, but not bad compared to other rods in that price range.
Glad it's just that, an opinion.
I have 4 Veritas rods. 2 are super sensitive and the other two are not so much. The lighter the action the more sensitive they are
mnbassman23 reply :
I use bottom contact rods that range between 80-200$. To me there is a difference in sensitivity between a 150-200 $ rod compared to a 80-100$ rod. With that said I still catch plenty of fish every year with my abu Vendetta pitching jigs and t-rigs, so obviously it's sensitive enough and I enjoy fishing it. Heck I catch walleyes dragging light jigs on my old ugly stick in 10 feet of water all the time. My point is don't feel like you HAVE to spend a lot of money on a rod, spend within your limits and get out there and fish.
3 things I would do if I was you. First is wait for a good sale at TW, BTD, BassPro, etc.. If you buy a rod for 20% off you can now buy a rod that retails for 150$ and get it for 120$, which is in your price range. Second, check the flea market here or E bay. A month ago I picked up a brand new, never used St. Croix Avid 68mxf for 100$ shipped to my door. Lastly, spool up with a good fluorocarbon or braid. This will make your rod much more sensitive, regardless of it's price point.
Good luck on your purchase!
rockchalk06 reply :
Also, I just bought two GL2 Gloomis rods off the fle market here for just over a bill a piece. Seller has one more 7'1" MH. That's a 200 plus rod with lifetime warranty
paul25 reply :
On 2/4/2013 at 10:37 AM, Toeshots said:Nice!
Which model did you go with?
i got the 7ft H, i paired it with a quantum smoke i really like them paired up.
bass1980 reply :
After reading the reviews I went with a *** Black. Winter here so haven't tested yet. Guys on other forums that owns Gloomis, daiwa, Dobyns are really impress with these rods so that says something considering how brand loyal some of these guys are that spends big bucks on gears. Check out the reviews on tackletour and just google it. It's only $100. Again I don't know if its good until spring time comes but chances are they should be good.
jerzeeD reply :
I would go to Cabelas and get the split grip St Croix Premier that they exclusively carry for about 120 bucks.
Another interesting option not mentioned often is the Fenwick HMG. Unlike the USA made Premier, the Fenwick is made in China. However the Rod is very light and has Fuji concept guides with alconite inserts and a Fuji soft touch reel seat. Nice components for a 100 dollar rod.
MCS reply :
On 2/3/2013 at 5:00 PM, paul25 said:in that price range id go for a bass pro shops carbonlite rod. i really like them for soft plastics
X2 great rod for $100.
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