What Length Is Your Jig Rod? 2024

MichiganFishing1997 reply :

Just what length you use, and maybe comment on why you like that length.

daiwaguy reply :

Well I am tall so I prefer a 7' to 7'2". Only time I opt for a shorter rod is when I am in close to docks flipping under them then I go for something in the 6'6" to 6'8" range.

roadwarrior reply :

Standard lengths are fine (6 1/2' - 7'), but a lot of guys prefer longer rods.

Mine are 6'9", 7', 7'1" and 7'6"

daiwaguy reply :

7'6" is another one in my aresonal. I mainly use it for fishing in the thick stuff.

tbone1993 reply :

Mine is 7 ft 3 but also use a 7ft I fish mostly open water stuff. My punch rod /arig rod is 7 ft 9. I am taller so i can get away with pitching a 7 ft 3 rod. If I was shorter I would use a 7ft rod. The punch / arig rod is so long to cast big baits far, no other reason.

Arv reply :

7'4

iabass8 reply :

All mine are 7'4. Better leverage and you pick line up quicker.

Drewski73 reply :

7'4" and 8'

mnbassman23 reply :

7'3" and 7'6"

Grantman83 reply :

Between 7 and 7'4. My favorite is a DX 745. I throw jigs on several rods depending on water depth or how close I am.

jignfule reply :

84''

A-Jay reply :

Let's see ~ there's the 6'6" model, the 6'10" stick, the 7' wand and the 7'4" industrial crane.

That about covers it.

I guess I like jig fishing a little.

A-Jay

Catt reply :

On 2/1/2014 at 12:37 AM, A-Jay said:

Let's see ~ there's the 6'6" model, the 6'10" stick, the 7' wand and the 7'4" industrial crane.

That about covers it.

I guess I like jig fishing a little.

A-Jay

Yelp, cept I got two 6' 10"

Raul reply :

Like most of my bass fishing rods ----> 6´

MichiganFishing1997 reply :

So would 6'9 would be ok?

KevO reply :

7', 7'2, 7'3 and 7'11

Goose52 reply :

I'll fish a jig on any rod that I think is sensitive enough for the purpose, and has enough backbone to set a thick single hook. Length is determined by where I'm fishing and what I'm fishing around. As far as a "primary" jig rod goes, I'd have to say mine is 7'5".

*Hootie reply :

6'6" to 6'8", because 6'8" is the longest one that will fit in my car...lol.

Hootie

Delaware Valley Tackle reply :

6'9" will work fine. As your budget allows you can try new things and see what works for YOU. There is right or wrong for the most part (within reason of course).

MichiganFishing1997 reply :

On 2/1/2014 at 2:12 AM, Delaware Valley Tackle said:
6'9" will work fine. As your budget allows you can try new things and see what works for YOU. There is right or wrong for the most part (within reason of course).

I asked because I was offered a 6'9 MH Zillion for 140 in the flea market.

daiwaguy reply :

I was wondering if you were going to jump on that. I would. It is a great rod an for 140 I dont think you are going to beat it.

J Francho reply :

Mine range from 6'8" to 7'11". It al depends on what type of jig fishing I;m doing. 7' is a good all around start.

Garret88 reply :

This may be a dumb question but...what is the point of buying another jigging rod that is only 1inch longer than another you already have? I mean is there a reason behind that 1 inch increase? Aside from just having another rod for a different bait style/color or line type/size?

Grizzn N Bassin reply :

7 and 7'4

mjseverson24 reply :

1 X 6'6", 3 X 7', 2 X 7'2", 1 X 7'6", 1 X 7'11". these cover rods for both jigs and t-rigs.

Mitch

MichiganFishing1997 reply :

Thanks guys, I'm sure I could always use my 7'6 v eritas for jigs too. Right now its my frog rod.

WRB reply :

4, 6'10" ; 2 are 6 power, 2 are 5 power. (ALX MB916NG+ & MB905NG+) these are my go to jig rods and retired 8 older Loomis & Lamiglas 7' jig rods.

2, 7' ; 5 power (Lamiglas TBC 705)

1, 7'8" 6 power. (Lamiglas BC 786)

The 6' 10" rods are perfect length for me and my boat front deck.

The 7' rods are now used for hollow body swimmers on jig heads and A rigs.

The long rod is for heavy cover flipping or pitching.

Tom

Tywithay reply :

Have one that's 7' and another that's 7'1". I have used a 7'6" in the past, but I feel like I have more control of the rod with a shorter one.

Jaiden reply :

7'2" I mostly pitch, skip, and roll cast with a jig so accurracy is important.

J Francho reply :

Garret, you can't just look at the total length of the rod. The reel position on the blank can have a dramatic effect on balance and ergonomics. A 6-8 rod may seem like its a full 5" shorter than a 7-1, but the length beyond the reel seat may only be an inch different. The shortened butt is more manageable in tight quarters. A 7-1 rod may actually be shorter than a typical 7-0 rod. The maker will use a longer butt for more leverage when fishing cover. Or it could be almost as long as a 7-6, but with a much shorter butt. The more you jig fish, you begin to develop preferences in certain situations, and luckily, there lots of options.

Catt reply :

On 2/1/2014 at 3:35 AM, Garret88 said:
This may be a dumb question but...what is the point of buying another jigging rod that is only 1inch longer than another you already have? I mean is there a reason behind that 1 inch increase? Aside from just having another rod for a different bait style/color or line type/size?

Cause I like the feel

Garret88 reply :

On 2/1/2014 at 11:43 PM, Catt said:
Cause I like the feel

Good enough answer for me. For the record, I wasnt trying to be condescending or a jerk. I was asking out of legitimate curiosity. I figured my plan for jigging rods would be like a 6'8 MH for tight space/skipping, 7'-7'2ish MH or H for all around pitchin, then my 7'6 XH duckett (love that rod! ) for heavy pitching/flipping. If I want to get crazy, maybe another of each setup so i can have a different bait color/style instead of retying.

Loop_Dad reply :

I'm 5'10". I was a fan of longer rods like many. But I went from longer rods to shorter. It is kinda against the general trend. My current jig rods are 6'8", 6'9" range. I have one 6'6" that I use for spoons etc.

I like shorter, because they are more balanced from factory without having heavier reels or heavier grip (or full grip). I feel good using shorter rods. After all, fishing is about feeling good.

I used to like longer rods because I was able to cast further. This was especially more important when I was bank fishing. However, I am casting far enough already with shorter rods, so the needs for longer rods disappeared on me.

Felix77 reply :

Mine is a 7' MH/F

ww2farmer reply :

I use several lengths. 6'9", 7', 7'3" MH/F rods, and also my 7'6" H/F flipping stick.

Mikey40 reply :

7'2 MH and 7'8 XH for flipping Although I should in certain situations I tend not to throw lighter jigs.

Hooligan reply :

Uhh... I have 6-6, 6-7, 6-8, 6-9, 6-10 7-0, 7-1, 7-2, 7-3, 7-4, 7-5 jig rods. The lower end of the spectrum is generally in a "finesse" jig line up, sometimes, though, in a MH for pitching docks and shallow fishing. 7-1 and 7-2 are my general purpose jig rods, typically. 7-3 and longer are generally deeper water or bigger jig rods. Most of the time the 7-5 is swim jigs and 3/4 and 1oz football jigs. I also have a 7-11 stick that I fish a lot of jigs on in deep water, too.

lmbfisherman reply :

Most of my jig rods are 7' or longer. They just feel right and better hooksets especially in deeper water. I do have 2 shorter jig rods 6'8, but I don't use them for that. THey are either used for bubba/drop shot or spinnerbaits/small swim jigs.

Hi Salenity reply :

7' 7'6" 7'11"

Craiger12 reply :

Two at 7'8" and one at 7'4" for finesse jigs. I love the longer rod length to help move more line on the hookset.

Bankbeater reply :

My rod is 6'-6". I do a lot of fishing from the bank. Good length for moving through the under brush. It's also easier to get in and out of the car.

Montanaro reply :

7'3"

Siebert Outdoors reply :

I use 3 rods most of the time. 2 of them are 7'1" and the other is 7'3"

bassinKS reply :

7'3"

John G reply :

6' 6" or 7'

Catt reply :

Garret88, I wasn't trying to be condescending either, I gave n honest answer to your question.

I will not buy a rod that I can not put my hands on, which is why I will never buy a rod on-line.

When I go to Academy, Dick's, or a local tackle shop looking for a rod I have my Calcutta in hand along with jigs in the weight I plan on using.

I put the Calcutta on the rod, string it up, & tie on a jig!

Brian Needham reply :

not sure I even own a rod shorter than 7'3

BaconStealer303 reply :

7'2"

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