10 hours ago, LuffDaddy said:

Oh yeah? I got 3 lightening shock rods (two 7 MH and one 66 M both casting) for 15 TOTAL! 5 BUCKS A POP! NEENER ????

I’m outdone, lol. 

Can they be used a a cranking rod?

2 hours ago, BaitFinesse said:

The new one are a big improvement over the previous generation.  Gone are the chrome guides and old reel seat and lock nut that was prone to cracking.  The new one has ceramic guides, dual lock nut, comfortable reel seat and full rubberized cork grips like the Fenwick rods.  The rod can be mistaken for a higher end Fenwick on a passing glance.  The rod is lightweight and balanced too.

 

I've got the 66M and it has a very light tip that allows it to pull double duty and work as ML casting rod in some situations.  I was able to cast a 1/10 Shroomz head and 3" of Hula Stick with it no problem.  The light tip and shorter handle also make it a great budget jerkbait rod for 90 and 110 style baits.  

Sounds like I need to invest in another one........................or two. 

7 hours ago, bayvalle said:

Can they be used a a cranking rod?

The Shock is a great cranking rod. Since it was designed for braid it has a nice parabolic bend that helps keep 'em pinned.