Hey guys...

Im in the process of updatin my gear and im looking for two new rods. Im not lookin to spend $200 a rod just something durable that feels good that I can count on during tournaments. I really like the airrus co matrix, does anyone have experience with these rods? Also, once I decide on a brand, what would be the best length and action to get? One rod will be paired with an ambassadeur revo sx with a 7.1:1 that will be a lot of crankin crainkbaits and one will be with an ambassadeur revo s with a 6.4:1 ration that will be more of an all purpose rod.

Sorry for all the questions, Im just one of those guys that grew up pond fishin with ugly sticks.   This whole tournament scene is rather new to me.

Thanks!

Welcome aboard!

You might want to switch the reels around or better yet, get one with

a lower gear ratio (5:0). For most applications 6.2:1 or higher is fine,

but for crankbaits, especially deep runners, a slower reel is preferred.

I don't know anything about Airrus rods, but generally you can get

away with a "lesser" rod for working moving lures and spend a little

more on a rod for jigs and soft plastics.

8-)

Thanks! I appreciate it. If i did get a low gear ration around the 5.0 range, what other applications would be prefered on that reel, other than keepin a crankbait in the strike zone longer?

well i don't kno much about aiirus but i would reccomend getting some carrot stiks... a 6'9 parabolic would be great for cranks and a 6'9 mh would be fine for an all purpose rod.. thats my opinion