Matching each rod to the technique for which it’s best suited will make throwing baits and fighting fish much more efficient. Below are some rod suggestions for some of the most widely used bass fishing tactics. 1st – Flipping and Pitching: Most manufacturers have a flipping stick in their lineup. It is easily recognizable as it telescopes out to its full length. The added length will allow you to pitch and flip more easily, as well as winch fish in from heavy cover.
- Length — 7’6″
- Action — Fast
- Power — Heavy
- Style — Casting
Buzzbaits & Spinnerbaits
A 7-foot baitcast rod is an ideal choice for tossing buzzbaits and spinnerbaits, as it will provide better casting distance, leverage and the ability to pick up line quickly.
- Length — 7-foot
- Action — Fast
- Power — Medium/Heavy
- Style — Casting
Topwaters
Go with a 6 1/2 foot rod in either spinning or baitcast style, depending on the size of topwater baits you’re tossing.
Frogs & Toads
You will need power and backbone when fishing the slop with frogs and toads. Some anglers are leaning toward the longer rods for better casts and horsing fish.
- Length — 7′ to 7’6″
- Action — Fast
- Power — Heavy
- Style — Casting
Crankbaits
Turn to a composite rod for cranks, as it will provide better hooksets.
- Length — 7′
- Action — Fast
- Power — Medium to Medium Heavy
- Style — Casting
Drop Shot/Shaky Head
Although a baitcast rod can be used for dropshotting purposes, a spinning rod gives a bit more versatility to this light-line technique.
- Length — 6’10”
- Action — Extra Fast
- Power — Medium Light to Medium
- Style — Spinning
Dock Skipping
A relatively new technique that is taking the bassin’ world by storm. Spinning equipment gives the angler better casting control for pin-point accuracy.
- Length — 6’0″
- Action — Fast
- Power — Medium Heavy
- Style — Spinning
Bass fishing is a fulfilling sport, and one that can be greatly improved when using the best equipment for the job at hand. Although they might just seem like “rods,” they all play a large part in whether you catch that next lunker largemouth. Happy shopping and best of luck this season.
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