bucky0486

Thanks! I had the opportunity to make only a couple of casts tonight, and so far I'm really pleased with this set up. First off, without trying I can really launch the lure a long ways. The light weight rod and reel feel really really nice and the feedback I get is much greater than anything I've used before. I can't wait to really try it out this summer!

I went with an Avid X 7' medium fast based on some research. Without trying different rods by actually casting and reeling them in, it's kind of hard for me to figure out which rod I like best. I tried just about every spinning reel in the store, and ended up spending a lot more than I expected. I went with a Stradic CI4+ 2500. This is by far the most expensive reel I've ever bought, so I'm a bit nervous as to whether it was worth it over the ~$50 President. I also picked up some Suffix 832 10 lb "vanish" green line. I haven't had it out on the water yet, but I'm really looking forward to this setup. This is by FAR this most money I've ever spent on a fishing setup, so I'm expecting big things. This is also by far my lightest setup (aside from my ultralight), so I think I'll like it. I'll use this for my lighter gear like worms, tubes, small spinners. I'll use my 7' MH/F Mojo with thicker braided line for things like Northern and trolling and large lures.

Is the Avid X going to be less tip heavy than the Avid? Also, what do you all recommend for a reel?

Thanks. I appreciate the sanity check. I was pretty excited when I bought my Mojo rod and reel setup thinking that it was going to be perfect for the type of fishing I do. I was very disappointed, so I did some research this time. I'll use my Mojo for Northern fishing or trolling. Otherwise, it's too heavy for tube baits and too tip heavy for constant casting.

Hello, I've been trying to figure out what to get for my next setup, and I'm overwhelmed by the options. I want this setup to be used for largemouth bass fishing primarily using tubes, but sometimes worms, spinners, and the occasional spoon. I will use a spinning reel. From what I can tell, I should be looking for a medium weight rod with a fast action. Is this correct? What rod would you recommend? The previous rod I bought was a 7' St. Croix Mojo and I think I have a Pflueger President reel. I don't remember the weight or action of the rod, but it is not set up properly and is very tip heavy. It's hard to use for long periods of time. I was thinking of a St. Croix Avid this time around, but thought I would ask for your recommendations. Next, I was thinking of using 832 braided line at 8 or 10 lbs test. Lastly, I was going to go to Bass Pro and just pick a reel that felt good on whichever rod I picked. As long as I can get the weight balance right, I might get another President. Thanks in advance for the comments and recommendations. I'm pretty excited about getting a properly set up rig.