MichiganFishing1997

Good to know, no word on the Clarus 'eh?

I went to my local BPS and was talking to one of the sales men about a rod that could do these two things for around 100 dollars, the three options he said would probably work best. St.Croix Premier in a 7' MH/MF, A BPS Crankin Stick 7'MH/MF. and a Shimano Clarus in a 7' MH/MF. His favorite choice was the Clarus because of the lifetime over the counter warant, and seemed to be right in the middle price wise. I want to be able to Crank with this, but because this is a Moderate fast action, use it for topwater jerk baits. Will the length give me trouble if im fishing from shore? i dont think it will be too bad, but any opinions would be helpful.

Great info! what would you suggest using it for then because of the fact that its a levelwind??

I was thinking a Kistler Carbon Steel Micro 6'10" M/F

Im not new, and i have quality gear, i just didnt want to be stuck with a rod for a reel that i ended up sending back if that were to happen.

I was aiming towards a jerbait rod, we have so much in common lol. Im looking for a rod around the 60 dollar mark if youd like to help.

Exactly, im trying to figure out what i would use it for though. What discount rod from cabelas would you put it on and what would you use it for?

Just posted something very similar to this a few days ago! Id like to know too, if nothing shows up in a few days, i may just have to go for it, the reviews dont seem too bad.

Well i love to throw poppers, so what would be an ideal set up for poppers?

Good to know, now lets say i put this on a 7+ foot rod, Heavy, Fast action, would this be best used for frogs, buzz baits, poppers, and other topwaters, or could i do other things with it?

Do you need a high speed retrieve reel for topwater? Or is the rod more important, im looking a t a BC thats on sale and only comes in a 6.55:1 so i was just wondering if that would work, thanks.

I was taught as a lefty, when i got my first BC, i got a left, Never looked the other way afterwards.

Im thinking maybe a jig set up, like With an IRod In a 7ft Heavy.

I was looking at sale gear on Cabelas and BPS and found this, any experience with it? Is it worth trying out? If so what budget rod would you put it on?

And would i be better off going with a bait casting set up?

Thanks for the info! if more money is needed, then il spend it. Lets just go with best bang for your buck combo.

Ok so im looking at getting a heavy spinning set up for things like channel cats, muskie, sturgeon, and carp. So far my reel of choice is the BPS CatMaxx because of the price, heavy drag, and build quality. I would also like to troll with this, but thats not as important. Looking for a whole set up, im aiming for 80 dollars. Please help.

Right now I only own one baitcaster, Its a 100% BPS Setup and im very happy with it. Johnny Morris 6:4:1 On a Nitro 7'MH. I think 7'MH or 6'6" M/MH is the way to go for an all around rod.

If you've never used braid, im sure you dont know what brand to get. Personally, i dont like spiderwire or PowerPro. I suggest suffix 832

There are plenty of things you can try that are not top water, here are some simple ones. Spoons- Relatively cheap, and come in many colors. I have a lot of luck here with red and white, or yellow and red. All you have to do is cast and reel in. Worms- There are a many different ways to fish a worm, for you, the easiest would be to buy the pre-rigged worms. They run about $1.49, i prefer mine in purple and white, but there are many different colors. With this you cast out, twitch it a time or to, reel in the slack, and continue. Jerkbait- This is a hard bait that sits right under the water, and you use it just as it sounds. Cast out, jerk, reel in slack, continue. Swimbaits- Many are made to look like small minnows or other fish, and you can use these in many different ways. You could simply cast out and reel in, jig it off the bottom, or use it like a jerk bait. Spinners- These are lures used for many different fish, and range in size. All you need to do is cast and reel in, they come in a variety of colors and styles. Hopes this helps, and most of these should be easy on the wallet.

Veritas is a great deal. If you dont like that, i know my local dicks carrys St. Croix, you could try something like the Mojo Bass.

Whats your price range? that will help with us being able to help you. In genereal, i would go with a 6'6 to 7' Medium, or MH rod. I have the Clarus in a 5'6 MH and i love it, especially for the money.

Yeah same here, there was a lot on sale for tackle.

Just went and got a few things there today, what i like is that over here, theres a bunch of Rapalas in the clearance section, which means an extra 25% off!

For the money, I personally would get a Pflueger President, great reel for the money, and will leave you a little more room for a better rod.