Looking for a Crankbait rod and have it narrowed down to these two. I throw light to medium size crankbaits in 12' or less of water.

Anybody prefer one of these St. Croix rods over the other? If so, why?

I like the mojo series but have not used those two rods. I know that a glass rod is necessary for the deeper diving crank baits but not sure for shallow running crank baits. What action/ power are you looking for?

Looking for M/M

Looking for a Crankbait rod and have it narrowed down to these two. I throw light to medium size crankbaits in 12' or less of water.

Anybody prefer one of these St. Croix rods over the other? If so, why?

How light you mean and what the high-end of your medium and what kind of structure will you be throwing in?

Reason for asking there are Shimano Cumara Reaction rods for $100 at TW reg $240. The model is 7'6" Medium-Light 1/8-1/2oz rating. I bought this and was out throwing 1/2 oz Red Eye Shad and it handled fine for those. KVD 1.0 or 1.5 or any 1/4 oz crank The rod does have some flex in it so if wanting to throw bigger deeper diving wont be good. So its not a "do all" cranker but more toward the lighter side.

Here is short description off TW site.

CUC76ML. Soft Cover - Speed Traps and other 1/4-ounce or slightly larger crankbaits in shallow to medium depths.

Here a google search page with a review by Tackle Tour

http://www.google.co...6&bpcl=40096503

Oh and sorry for the redirection but it is a good deal on a very good rod if it fits your wants. I have a number of Croix rods and like them very much so nothing against them just letting you know about a deal.

How light you mean and what the high-end of your medium and what kind of structure will you be throwing in?

Reason for asking there are Shimano Cumara Reaction rods for $100 at TW reg $240. The model is 7'6" Medium-Light 1/8-1/2oz rating. I bought this and was out throwing 1/2 oz Red Eye Shad and it handled fine for those. KVD 1.0 or 1.5 or any 1/4 oz crank The rod does have some flex in it so if wanting to throw bigger deeper diving wont be good. So its not a "do all" cranker but more toward the lighter side.

Here is short description off TW site.

CUC76ML. Soft Cover - Speed Traps and other 1/4-ounce or slightly larger crankbaits in shallow to medium depths.

Here a google search page with a review by Tackle Tour

http://www.google.co...6&bpcl=40096503

Oh and sorry for the redirection but it is a good deal on a very good rod if it fits your wants. I have a number of Croix rods and like them very much so nothing against them just letting you know about a deal.

From what he is looking for this will be too light for him, he can go with the

St. Croix Mojo Glass Crankbait Cast Rod 7'4" Medium if he is only looking at that rod and be happy with it.

How light you mean and what the high-end of your medium and what kind of structure will you be throwing in?

Reason for asking there are Shimano Cumara Reaction rods for $100 at TW reg $240. The model is 7'6" Medium-Light 1/8-1/2oz rating. I bought this and was out throwing 1/2 oz Red Eye Shad and it handled fine for those. KVD 1.0 or 1.5 or any 1/4 oz crank The rod does have some flex in it so if wanting to throw bigger deeper diving wont be good. So its not a "do all" cranker but more toward the lighter side.

Here is short description off TW site.

CUC76ML. Soft Cover - Speed Traps and other 1/4-ounce or slightly larger crankbaits in shallow to medium depths.

Here a google search page with a review by Tackle Tour

http://www.google.co...6&bpcl=40096503

Oh and sorry for the redirection but it is a good deal on a very good rod if it fits your wants. I have a number of Croix rods and like them very much so nothing against them just letting you know about a deal.

I always appreciate a suggestion.

By light/medium in talking mostly 1/4 - 1/2 oz and bumping up to 3/4 at times as well.

I fish a lot of rocky an weedy bottoms.

Haven't used the smaller mojo cranking rod but I do have the 7' 8" "Big Crankster" and like it a lot. I use one of their old pro glass rods for the cranks you're describing but not sure they make those anymore.

Edit: Think I'll go with the Premier Crankbait 6'6" M/M actually. Reviews are VERY good and definitely better than the Mojo line.

This site is going to be the end of me...

Edit: Think I'll go with the Premier Crankbait 6'6" M/M actually. Reviews are VERY good and definitely better than the Mojo line.

This site is going to be the end of me...

You've made the right choice IMO.

Just a heads up for those looking at the Premier Crankbait Rod - I was dead set of the M/M until I got to BPS and got it in my hand and quickly realized the M/M is pretty darn whippy. If you are buying one sight-unseen then I would recommend the MH/M and up. The 6'6" MH/M felt just right to me so that's what I ended up with.

I was faced with the exact same situation about a month ago. I went with the premier because of the sensitivity and weight. All factors aside i absolutely love the premier and would buy it again in a heartbeat

Might be a bit late in responding but the Premier is an excellent all around rod but isn't a dedicated Crankbait rod. The Mojo "Glass" crankbait rod is. The Premier has a Fast Action, the Mojo has a Moderate action. MUCH better for hooksets when it comes to Crankbaits, especially deep divers. 

If you're looking for a rod that is ok for crankbaits while at the same time can handle other types of lures go with the Premier. But if you're looking for specifically a Crankbait rod, go with the Glass Crankbait Mojo! 

I think he was looking at the Moderate action Premiers and not the Fast action. I have experience with the Avid MM and love it for cranks under 12'  I had the MHM and was excellent for 15' and deeper cranks, but changed that to the Extreme 7'2" MHM and it is great also. I do think in those rods the 7' MM is much better for crank baits diving less than 12'. As for the premier over the Mojo, I think you made an excellent choice going with the Premier.

Just a heads up for those looking at the Premier Crankbait Rod - I was dead set of the M/M until I got to BPS and got it in my hand and quickly realized the M/M is pretty darn whippy. If you are buying one sight-unseen then I would recommend the MH/M and up. The 6'6" MH/M felt just right to me so that's what I ended up with.

 

There's plenty of backbone in the MM spec SC rods.  They do feel "wimpy" but that's due to the moderate taper.  Once you get into the power of the rod when loaded, there's plenty of backbone.  I've caught steelhead, browns, and salmon approaching 20 lbs. with mine.  Plenty power there for bass.

 

The MHM rods do feel closer to what most guys used to a worm rod would like, though.  You can actually throw some pretty big baits with it, and it does handle the small stuff too.  It's probably the better all around choice.  Good to hear you found what suits you. 

I think he was looking at the Moderate action Premiers and not the Fast action. I have experience with the Avid MM and love it for cranks under 12'  I had the MHM and was excellent for 15' and deeper cranks, but changed that to the Extreme 7'2" MHM and it is great also. I do think in those rods the 7' MM is much better for crank baits diving less than 12'. As for the premier over the Mojo, I think you made an excellent choice going with the Premier.

 

I was torn between the two. The Premier is very nice and lighter. I personally wanted a longer Rod and the Premier ends at 7' while the Mojo is 7'8" both  3/8th-1oz. and yes moderate action on both. All n all I feel the Premier is a nicer rod and at 7' will be more versatile. I'm one of the guys that'll wind up with too many rods trying to be so specific with every application, lol. 

I went through this a couple months ago and ended up with the Premier 7' MHM. I'm very, very happy with my choice, and it is very versatile in terms of baits.

I went through this a couple months ago and ended up with the Premier 7' MHM. I'm very, very happy with my choice, and it is very versatile in terms of baits.

I walked into BPS just today and couldn't decide between the two... An hour later I walked out Witt he same rod as the gentle above. I held the Mojo Bass and it just felt way heavier than the Premier, the rod felt very tip heavy ( probably because its a split grip). I plan on using mine for deep cranking!

Revive!

 

I have a similar question.

 

St. Croix Mojo Glass 7' 4" MH/M or St. Croix Premier Crankbait 7' MH/M.

 

I am looking for a cranking rod to throw squarebills to 12' diving crankbaits.

 

I like the idea of having a little extra length (maybe I can get a few more yards out of a cast), and its my understanding that glass rods are 'better' for cranking. Am wondering if anyone has any opinion of these two rods side by side?

On 12/20/2012 at 11:00 PM, Bluebasser86 said:

Haven't used the smaller mojo cranking rod but I do have the 7' 8" "Big Crankster" and like it a lot. I use one of their old pro glass rods for the cranks you're describing but not sure they make those anymore.

How do you like that rod? Just bought 1... I started a forum topic looking for feedback but new to this site. Any feedback helpful 

13 hours ago, Banks4now said:

How do you like that rod? Just bought 1... I started a forum topic looking for feedback but new to this site. Any feedback helpful 

I'm assuming you're talking about the Mojo? I'm sure it's been revamped since I bought mine but it's still my rod of choice for deep cranks like a 5XD or 6XD.

Thanks bro looking forward to trying it out!! You throw anything besides cranks with it? Also no 8x or 10xs? 

10 hours ago, Banks4now said:

Thanks bro looking forward to trying it out!! You throw anything besides cranks with it? Also no 8x or 10xs? 

I don't but it would probably work for other moving baits. I've used an 8XD on it and it worked fine, a 10XD will be a load on it though. A lot of our lakes aren't deep enough to even use an 8XD, let alone a 10XD.