8 replies to this topic

[Ghostshad]

What kind of rod do you use for skipping baits,brand,length,action and bait. Thanks

[LgMouthGambler]

I dont think it really makes a difference what rod you use, its all in technique.

[jkarol24]

I use a powell max 6'8" meduim heavy spinning rod for most weightless skipping applications. For skipping jigs and t-rigs i use a powell endurance 6'7" heavy baitcast rod. This also doubles quite nicely as a spinnerbait rod.

[Bass Dude]

I like a rod with some tip action. For me, it seems to help with the little "flick" cast you use for skipping.

[The American]

Quantum 7' MH spinning rod. Senko's and flukes.

[Avalonjohn44]

6.5 or 7 Foot spinning rod. I have managed to skip with a baitcaster, but usually only by accident...

[logan9209]

I've always done it with spinning gear (3 different kinds). The one time I tried with a bait caster I had a "professional overrun" and quickly decided not to try that again. Bare in mind, though, I'm skipping under small trees or bushes that are about 3-5ft away from me. Got this one tree that I am always guaranteed a bass 4 days out of the week. But it never holds more than one bass. Sorry, didn't mean to go on and on and on.....

[out_doors_guy]

I use a couple spinning rods, both 6' one medium and the other medium heavy with 8 to 14 pound mono. I've tried longer rods but the for me the shorter 6 footers give me more control and more options as far as the angle of the cast without having to re-position the boat as much.

For baits, tubes, NetBait Paca Craws and Senkos in that order.

[0119]

St.Croix LTB 5'6" Skippin' Spinning Rod. Remember whats easy for somebody to use standing on the deck of a bass boat isnt necessarily gonna work for somebody sitting in a canoe.