Hey ya'll,

 

Looking for recommendations on a cheap spinning rod to get for shad raps and inline spinners ranging from 1/4oz-3/8oz. This is an area where I don't feel the need to spend a whole lot, but want a rod that works for both because I love these lures. Would like a medium action, maybe a moderate fast tip or moderate tip. Thanks!

 

What's your budget?

1 minute ago, mrpao said:

What's your budget?

Aint looking to spend much. Maybe $80 max. 

Daiwa Lagunas are cheap. The arid x is more but a significant upgrade.  Especially if you already have the reel. I would avoid the H20 express rods. Yikes. 
Wal mart had some cheap Lews spinning rods that are fine; I have a couple. But I like my lagunas for what they are: cheap rods that work fine.

On 5/3/2021 at 9:08 AM, LrgmouthShad said:

Aint looking to spend much. Maybe $80 max. 

Well, goes lighter and heavier than what you indicated, but my light-crank rod would fit the bill

Okuma Reflexions 7' - ML/MF-F - 1/8-5/8oz - $75

https://www.tacklewarehouse.com/catpage-OKUMARDS.html?from=basres

On 5/3/2021 at 9:12 AM, huZZah said:

Daiwa Lagunas are cheap. The arid x

Lagunas and Aird-Xs only come in fast - no MF or M

Okay. Interesting, thanks ?

https://www.academy.com/shop/pdp/daiwa-laguna®-freshwater-saltwater-casting-rod?gmc_feed=t&campid=71700000050238199&adgroupid=58700004916746674&device=m&keyword=92700057163983508&Channel=pla&gclid=Cj0KCQjwvr6EBhDOARIsAPpqUPF39knvD4n_9jbN_CZAGBFKR3MiJ20GNzvEmuAJ2MnRi6LIEkD6zR4aApKfEALw_wcB&gclsrc=aw.ds#repChildCatid=758957&ogmap=SEM|PLN|GOOG|SHOP|m|OUT||NonBrand-Shopping-HighIntent-Outdoor|Outdoor-Fishing||71700000050238199|58700004916746674
 

I'm going to suggest a Daiwa Procyon.

They come in various lengths and actions. They are right at the $80 retail but can usually be found for much  less. I have been very pleased with mine rods. I throw spinners and spoons for trout with them. Usually 1/8 to 3/8 oz lures.

 

2 minutes ago, huZZah said:

https://www.academy.com/shop/pdp/daiwa-laguna®-freshwater-saltwater-casting-rod?gmc_feed=t&campid=71700000050238199&adgroupid=58700004916746674&device=m&keyword=92700057163983508&Channel=pla&gclid=Cj0KCQjwvr6EBhDOARIsAPpqUPF39knvD4n_9jbN_CZAGBFKR3MiJ20GNzvEmuAJ2MnRi6LIEkD6zR4aApKfEALw_wcB&gclsrc=aw.ds#repChildCatid=758957&ogmap=SEM|PLN|GOOG|SHOP|m|OUT||NonBrand-Shopping-HighIntent-Outdoor|Outdoor-Fishing||71700000050238199|58700004916746674
 

Spinning is what he's looking for - and Moderate action - Lagunas are only Fast

 

1 minute ago, mrpao said:

'm going to suggest a Daiwa Procyon.

Only Moderate (Regular) action in the Procyon line is the 7'9" - rest are Fast or X-Fast.

I’m missing something...I have a Laguna 7’ medium action spinning with a medium fast tip.  It’s pasted on the rod. 7SMMF. Medium/medium fast tip no?
 

And sorry the link is BC 

5 minutes ago, huZZah said:

I’m missing something...I have a Laguna 7’ medium action spinning with a medium fast tip.  It’s pasted on the rod. 7SMMF. Medium/medium fast tip no?
 

And sorry the link is BC 

Is it an older rod? The current listing on Diawa's site shows no Moderate or Moderate-Fast action Lagunas.

https://daiwa.us/collections/freshwater-rods/products/laguna-rods

 

Power is Medium - Action is Moderate-Fast for your rod according to the specs you posted.

I guess so. Interesting. 
 

Well, I stand by my Lews statement as well. Perfectly suitable budget spinning rods. I can’t check the models right now but that’s how budget they are...$30-$40 and I didn’t bother remembering ?

$80 is cheap now? I must be El Cheapo mas grande. I have a Lightning rod 7' M-Mod for lighter treble lures. $40 and It'll do everything you want. It's a great balanced rod. I have a Pflueger Trion 2500 on it. $80 combo reg. price. But I found the reel unopened in a pawn shop for $20.

9 minutes ago, the reel ess said:

$80 is cheap now? I must be El Cheapo mas grande. I have a Lightning rod 7' M-Mod for lighter treble lures. $40 and It'll do everything you want. It's a great balanced rod. I have a Pflueger Trion 2500 on it. $80 combo reg. price. But I found the reel unopened in a pawn shop for $20.

I did not know that the lightning rod came in softer actions. That’s the one then. I have used the lightning rod before and loved it. Thanks

31 minutes ago, LrgmouthShad said:

I did not know that the lightning rod came in softer actions. That’s the one then. I have used the lightning rod before and loved it. Thanks

I just looked it up. They call it a mod-fast. but it's more moderate than fast. At least mine is. And I was wrong about the reel size I have on it. It's a 30 size.

favorite ultra light / light spinner in this price range is without a doubt the Lamiglas X11. Cast inline spinners and smaller trout lures a mile. I have a 7' UL and its a fun little budget rod. Highly recommend it. 

I highly recommend you check out 13s Fate Black,  it fishes like a 120$ rod as far weight, sensitivity, balance and action.  The Fate spinning rods are all labeled as Fast actions, but 13s F is closer to a SC Mod F.  You dont need much power with treble hooks, so instead of a M I would suggest going down in power and up in length to the 7'6 ML.  The 7'6 would help you get a little more distance with Shad Raps and the longer tip section would give the rod a more parabolic bend which should help you land more fish with trebles hooks.

You can get an Ugly Stik rod that will be good for inline spinners and Shad Raps for less than $80.

   Take a look at the Fenwick Eagle 2 rods; they have a light and a medium light, both moderate fast. Not the fanciest, but seem to be built to last.            jj

Shop in the walleye section.

If you can find one in that price range, the Falcon Bucoo SR 7' M/M spinning rod is perfect for those baits. I bought one just for shad raps and 1.0 squarebills and couldn't be happier.