Anyone have the 7' Crankbait/Jerk Okuma TCS rod? I have the 7' All Purpose Casting model that I use for shallow and medium cranks that has a mod fast tip. I've enjoyed it so much that I'm considering making it my single hook reaction bait rod.

I'd like to know just how slow the crank rods action is. It is labeled as moderate. The APC bends quite a bit probably 35% down the rod. I really like daiwa but in that price range I don't feel like they have a good cranking rod (glass tatula is a little pricy and heavy) as even their "regular" action is still fairly fast, maybe moreso than TCS APC.

I have the jerk/crank. Only been out with it once and didnt throw it much. It is quite a bit slower action than my worm/jig (7' hvy/mf), but seems like it has decent power.

I recently acquired the TCS-C-661M+ (MSRP $139.99) matched with the new Cerros 6.6:1 (MSRP $99.99).

The rod is designated Jerk/ Crank and I will be fishing it for both categories. The action is Moderate, but quite

responsive, ideal for working a jerkbait fast or slow.

 

At the $100 pricing point the Cerros is impressive. Smooth and solid are my initial thoughts. I am anxious to

see how this reel performs over time, but right out of the box it is just great! Casting distance is excellent, retrieve

is smooth and quiet. Although I have not really stessed the drag yet, I feel like the design is good.

 

After fishing the rig for a few months I will update this review.