It's another "frog rod" post!  Hooray!  I've got a 7'6 Powell for a frog/jig rod right now and I want a second one that's a tad shorter (the 7'6 won't fit in my truck, the 7' Aird definitely would and I could prob squeeze the 7'3 Ethos or Ghost in there if I was careful).  My b-day is coming up and my wife wants a verdict.  I've narrowed it down to a Daiwa Aird (AIRX701HFB) or an H20 Express Ethos Micro H/F 7'3.  I also noticed that the Duckett Ghost (DFGG73H-C) is on sale right now for $79 which is only ten bucks more than the Ethos.  

 

If you've had them what do you like or hate about these?  Ready.........wrestle!

 

I have the Aird X 7' HFB and throw horny toads on it. It doesn't have a high quality reel seat like the Zillions, but honestly, the reel seat hasn't impacted fishing with it at all. It's lightweight and balanced and has plenty of backbone. I also have a 7'3 Heavy frog rod, and actually like the 7' length better for working frogs. To me, the Aird for $50-$60 is a great value for a frog rod.

36 minutes ago, Junger said:

I have the Aird X 7' HFB and throw horny toads on it. It doesn't have a high quality reel seat like the Zillions, but honestly, the reel seat hasn't impacted fishing with it at all. It's lightweight and balanced and has plenty of backbone. I also have a 7'3 Heavy frog rod, and actually like the 7' length better for working frogs. To me, the Aird for $50-$60 is a great value for a frog rod.

Thanks, this is very helpful.  I am 6'4 so using the 7'6 rod I have isn't a problem except when I'm not on the boat.  For bank fishing I need a shorter rod to fit in my truck.  I appreciate the input.  I was leaning toward the Aird just from a price standpoint if nothing else.  The Duckett on sale is tempting though.  

I have 2 7' 3" H/F Ethos Micros, best frog rods I've ever owned. Tip loads just enough to really fling a frog, but tons of backbone to haul the fish out too. 

I have a 7'3 H Ethos and a 7'3 Mag Bass Castaway and love them both. 

You guys are making this tough!  I'm not anywhere near an Academy so I can't get one in my hand to feel it for myself.  I appreciate the input.  

11 minutes ago, BigAngus752 said:

You guys are making this tough!  I'm not anywhere near an Academy so I can't get one in my hand to feel it for myself.  I appreciate the input.  

Happens all the time around here!  Ask which of 2 or 3 rods, and get 10 more good recommendations.