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I have 4 Jadewoods but not the Crankbait Rod. I really like them. I have the Kovert Crankbait rod. It has a great action and feel.

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They are about the same. It just depends on the application. If you are going to use it to flip or pitch, I would say get the Silver Max. Like I said, once you get use to the switch, it is a good reel to have. If you are just going to throw anything else, I would go with the Black Max.

I have 2 Black Max reels, 1 silver Max reel, 1 pro max reel and a Revo STX. I have had no issues with any of them. Just periodic maintenance and the keep going and going.

I have 2 Black Max reels and 1 Silver Max. I love the easy of use. The flipping switch took me some time to get use to. You have to be careful to not switch it accidently. It will cause a big bird nest. But practicing helps with that. As far as rods, I had a Veritas 7' spinning rod that worked pretty well. But since I have become a Denali prostaff member, I have switched to the Denali Rods. I have a Denali Jadewood Shakey Head rod that has a wonderful feel. You might want to check them out at www.denalirods.com.

I have the Denali Kovert 7'6" Cranking Stick. I paired it with a Lew's 5.1:1 Reel and it works wonders with mediuim and small crankbaits as well as lipless.

I use the 6'8" Denali Murphy Signature Jerkbait Rod. Great length for that. I have a Kovert 7'6" Crankbait rod that has great feel. You cannot go wrong with the Kovert Series rods.

Depending on your budget,you can spend from $75 to $200 on a good spinning rod. I have used the Veritas, Duckett, and the Denali Jadewood shakey head rod. They have all performed exceptionally well.

Ordering a Denali Jadewood 7'11" Flipping Rod for throwing the Alabama Rig. Will put either Garcia Pro Max or Lew's Tournament Pro with Sufix Braid

I have the Denali Signature Series Jerkbait Rod. It is 6'8" and so far has met the expectations of others comments. Find a Denali Dealer in your area and try it out.

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I have used the Duckett Rods, Carrot Stix, and others. They are all good. You need at least a heavy action or better yet, a extra heavy in any rod that you buy. I have Denali Rods now and so far, they are great also.

I have fished the BWS (now Weekend Bass Series) for the past 5 years and the BFL this past year as a co-angler. Entry fees are $100. I have gotten a lot of valuable experience doing this. I do not own a boat at this point so these tournaments allow me to tournament fish without owning a boat. Great fun and great people.