Since I'm down to one rod currently and have an extra reel lying around, I was looking for something to do really light-weight tackle.  Like a 1/16 Ned Rig.

 

Allegedly, the 6'7" TP-1 Speed Stick IM8 rod was specifically designed to utilize the Ned rig.  

 

http://www.in-fisherman.com/bass/lews-tp167mlfs-spinning-rod-for-midwest-finesse/

 

The $99 price is right around my max budget as the rod I'm replacing cost me $80.  

 

Does anyone have any experience with this rod utilizing the super-light Ned Rigs?  What other rods, if any, have been specifically designed for the Ned?  Any rods up to about $100 to recommend?  Thanks!

 

I should mention that casting distance is a major priority of mine since I'm currently a shore-only angler.  Farther out I can get these tiny jigs, the better.

I don't have experience with this particular rod, but have a lot of the casting versions of the tp1. It's a great rod for $100. I feel like the techniques they label their rods with are very accurate. 

You may check out the mach speed stick. its only $80 and they have the ned specific rod. Good reviews on tw too

Mach Speed Stick - I'll check it out, thanks!

 

I'm also looking at Fenwick's in the 1/16th oz range as well.  

Shakespeare Synergy. 20 bucks

I have been eyeing the TP-1 Speed Stick for a while, but I can't find an excuse to pick one up as I have a great ned rig rod already.  I love Microwave guides and am really intrigued by that rod.  Bear in mind that a 1/16oz jighead plus a TRD is gonna give you a lure weight of around 3/16oz if you go looking for other rods.  

How well do those guides work with leader knots?

I run 50lb braid to a 17lb copolymer leader through my casting tp1's. Fg Or Alberto knot. Works great.

i had 2 of the wally marshall im8 spinning rods and loved them. super sensitive and light weight. 

For about the same money the *** *** black in the 6'10 ML makes a great rod for ol' ned.

 I throw the 1/16 Ozark finesse head and it will toss it plenty far, has a great tip.

 

3 minutes ago, rangerjockey said:

For about the same money the *** *** black in the 6'10 ML makes a great rod for ol' ned.

 I throw the 1/16 Ozark finesse head and it will toss it plenty far, has a great tip.

 

Could you pm me with the name of that rod?