So after fishing today, I come to the conclusion that I really do not like my Okuma TCS Jig rod. It’s 7-6 heavy action. I was going to trade my Falcon rod in for a updated Lews rod, but decide to keep it and trade the Okuma. Is this a good idea? Do I need a heavy rod for jigs? Anyway what do y’all think???

It's not so much a question of "do I need a heavy rod" but that you are using a rod with specs that match the weight of what you are throwing. There's also a lot of personal preference in play here.  I prefer a "heavier" rod for 1/2oz jigs than some other fishermen.  As far as the Okuma TCS rods, I am a huge fan of their M/H all purpose rods for crankbaits, topwater, small spinners, etc.  Because of that, I bought a H/F Okuma for jigs.  It's "okay" but not as sensitive as I prefer so I bought a MH/XF Fenwick Elite Bass.  That is a spectacular jig rod (for me). 

 

You just have to try some rods to find exactly what suits you.  Getting descriptions from others is helpful, but it's not the same as having the rod in your hand and dragging a jig around.  Good luck in your search.

I have an older 7’3” heavy Okuma TCS.   I like the rod and use it for ploppers, heavy spinner baits, etc.  I don’t think it would make a great jig rod though. They typically have a softer tip section and I don’t like that for jigs.