I’m searching for a good spinning rod to be my only rod for use in the St. Lawrence. I’ll mostly dropshot for smallmouth but will try for pike.  I’m thinking a rod rated for up to only 12lb line might be a bit light.  I sure would like some thoughts and recommendations.  Thanks

M/F in whatever length you like, whatever company you prefer, with whatever budget you have.

St Croix Victory VTS 71MF, is a good benchmark to look at.

Tom

Thanks Tom- I’ll check out the St. Crouix. 
 

Okay; length 7’6” is about the longest I would choose, I have no preference regarding company or budget.  If the rod fits the bill, I’ll consider it. 

4 hours ago, WRB said:

St Croix Victory VTS 71MF is a good benchmark to look at.

Tom

 

 

I looked at the Victory and  also noticed the Legend Tournament.  I read your comment about the handle, that’s an important point. I’m sure that one of these will be acceptable so now I’ll look to see if either of these is available to put my hands on.

Daiwa KAGE 7’ medium all around. I love that rod from drop shot to poppers and jerkbait I’ll even throw a weightless senko. 

https://stcroixrods.com/collections/freshwater/products/legend-tournament-bass-spinning-new-for-2022

A Med/fast spinning rod is a good choice for all around spinning applications regardless of the body of water. 

I really like my alx mcsmalls.  Hands 3 pound smallies on 6lb test really well 

Take a look at Okuma, a nice rod for the money. Although my 3 are casting (evx) no longer available & 2 (TCS-A) I feel they’re priced very fair for the build quality and they have some supporters besides me on here as well.

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