Should you have a different rod for each type of lure or is it a convenience thing?

Its all prefernce. I mostly fishing topwater. So i have a topwter rod and another rod for everything else

Personally I think it's a bit of both. Different techniques work better with different types of baits. Example treble hooks with a softer rod and faster action for heavier hooks etc. For me it's a convenience thing so I am not spending all day re-tying as I move thorough an area.

Check out the thread at the top of the page that lists the 3 rod deal that covers everything you need.

That's the vest way to start. Then as you become more addicted you develop a technique specific rod/reel collection

Convenience. How fast or slow are you to switch out your baits? I'd rather have something different rigged in case the bite is missed but still can happen with something else

Personally I think it's a bit of both. Different techniques work better with different types of baits. Example treble hooks with a softer rod and faster action for heavier hooks etc. For me it's a convenience thing so I am not spending all day re-tying as I move thorough an area.

Check out the thread at the top of the page that lists the 3 rod deal that covers everything you need.

That's the vest way to start. Then as you become more addicted you develop a technique specific rod/reel collection

Where is that post located?

http://www.bassresource.com/bass-fishing-forums/topic/130634-rod-selection-the-basics/?view=getnewpost

if you are a recreational angler i believe it is a convenience thing. If you fish tournaments or want to maximize your productivity on the water, having dedicated set ups for certain techniques is almost a must. emphasis on the almost, experience and knowledge will trump equipment every day of the week.

 

Mitch

I have a few all purpose rods and then about 2 dozen technique and to an extent, lure and weight range specific rods. Some rods may only be fished 3 or 4 times a year while others are used nearly every trip out.

If there is a favorite technique you have or two it wouldn't hurt to have a specific rod and reel pairing for it... ie dropshot and jig rod.

I have a few rods for specific things

Top water

crankbaits

jig/t rig

dropshot

The rest are general purpose rods

Some baits require a specific type of rod and others are fished better on a certain rod. But for most it is a preference. You can't buy time on the water, but you can buy more rods.

It is a little bit of both but there are some definite benefits to having a few technique specific rigs. Years and years ago I thought it was silly to have 7-8 rods on the deck but as I fished more, learned and tried more techniques, I learned that, in some cases, the equipment really will make a difference in your fishing and your body afterward. For instance, your not going to throw a SK 10XD on a med spinning rod; try dragging a 1/2 oz jig over rock and through grass with same rod; and it sure does help to have a good geared baitcaster if you're going to throw a spinnerbait all day long. And if that spinnerbait is 1/2 oz or more, a MH casting rod will be much better on your arm at the end of the day.

I keep 10-11 rods in my boat now and have a good use for each one. jmho

Mostly convenience.  I don't get a lot of time on the water.  I'd rather be casting than changing lures.  Vast majority of my rods are Fast action, and I use them for almost any type of lure.  Finally broke down and bought my first "crankbait" rods.  Even my Senko/Fat Ika rod sees spinnerbaits. 

It is a little bit of both but there are some definite benefits to having a few technique specific rigs. Years and years ago I thought it was silly to have 7-8 rods on the deck but as I fished more, learned and tried more techniques, I learned that, in some cases, the equipment really will make a difference in your fishing and your body afterward. For instance, your not going to throw a SK 10XD on a med spinning rod; try dragging a 1/2 oz jig over rock and through grass with same rod; and it sure does help to have a good geared baitcaster if you're going to throw a spinnerbait all day long. And if that spinnerbait is 1/2 oz or more, a MH casting rod will be much better on your arm at the end of the day.

I keep 10-11 rods in my boat now and have a good use for each one. jmho

 

Dragging a double bladed 1/2 oz. spinnerbair on a MH rod for an hour or so has me reaching for a beer!  Just kidding about the beer.  Don't drink.  Not kidding about how a spinnerbait can tire you out when you aren't use to fishing on a daily or weekly basis.  Weeds near the surface make it even tougher.  Rod arm gets a workout, but a spinnerbait is my favorite lure.

Rods are like tools...........yeah you can probably dismantle a car with a screw driver, hammer, and vise-grips, but wouldn't the right tool for the job make things more enjoyable. I have plenty of rods that see double duty, but I also have several that are pretty specific to what they do.

Should ?

 

Most definately not !

 

 A rod for each type of bait/technique is not necessary, specialized gear is more on the enthusiast side than on "the everyday Joe" side.

 

If you can and have the money to get a rod for each bait/tecnique then I´m the first one to recommend you to do so.

It's really a bit of both. Do you need a different rod for every bait in your tackle box? Quite simply put no. There are certain techniques that work better with a technique specific rod but a lot of them can be taken care of with a few. There are advantages of having them for convenience. The main advantage is just not having to constantly switch baits all day.