Hello everyone,

I am considering purchasing a new spinning rod.

St. Croix Avid

Shimano Crucial Drop Shot

Primarily, I would be dropshotting but would also be able to throw a couple jigs here and there.  I have other rods for that.  So, I hear that the Crucials are extremely sensitive but lack a bit of power.  I was wondering if the Crucials are more sensitive than the Avid's.  I hear the Avids have a little more power and both are very light.  

Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated.  

WELCOME!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

AVID.

Avids are nice. Some people really like the Crucials, and I've handled them and gotta say they seem sweet. But I only use G Loomis and St. Croix, so I gotta say Avid....brand loyalty, which most have but won't really admit.. ;D

I'd go for the Avid.

Welcome aboard!

Avid AS66MF or AS70MF

THANKS Guys.... Looks like an Avid then  ;D

I have the Shimano Crucial 7'2" drop-shot rod in medium power.  This is an unbelievable drop shot rod (that's all I use it for).  I don't know how it would handle other applications, but I am very impressed with how if functions with drop shot rigs.

How is the crucial in terms of power?

I have the medium power, which works very well in Lake Erie for 5 lb+ smallmouth in 30 ft of water. I also use heavier weights like 1 oz for the bottom weight and it overloads the rod a little bit, but I drift instead of really casting it, so it's not a big deal. When I am on smaller, calmer lakes, I cast lighter weights (like 3/8 oz) and it does well with this. Bass Pro also offers the Crucial 7'2" drop shot rod in Medium Heavy Power. I have never handled this rod, but this one may give you the increase in power you might be looking for. I can't say enough on how well the Crucial is for detecting strkies on the drop shot rig, so if you are looking for a primary drop shot rod, this is the one to buy.