Does anyone use spinning gear for crankbaits &/or spinnerbaits ?

If so, what's your setup ?

Thanks,

BB

For me a MF spinning rod works great for cranks within the lure rating.  My MF rod (1/8 to 1/2) is a bit light for spinner baits in the 1/2 oz range.  I use Daiwa Exceler & Tierra spinning reels.  Personally, I prefer faster action rods, so I do not consider dedicated crank rods.

I have a spinning setup that is pretty much my crankbait setup now. I use a Berkley Amp 7ft M with a Quantum Kinetic PTI-B20 with P-Line CXX 8lb Crystal Blue. This has been my crankbait setup for this year.

My spinnerbait set is a Cabelas Mag Touch 6'6" M with a Quantum Catalyst PTI-A20 with AN 40 8# line but really haven't used a spinnerbait on it much this year. I've been trying it with a swim jig and its been a perfect setup for the swim jig.

The reel is the most important component. You are reeling

and working your lure constantly. A smooth retrieve is key.

Otherwise, the reel will wear you out.

I much prefer baitcasters for these lure classes.

8-)