I’m thinking about picking up a new rod to cast light crankbaits with. I’m considering something in the 6′-6″ to 7′-0″ range. I was thinking a 6′-9″ ML might work then I could also use it as a pitchn’ rod also.
What does everyone prefer to use when casting lighter cranks like #5 and #7 shad raps?
Of course I will need to put a reel on it also??
6’9″ mlxf with an arbor and 6 pound fireline crystal 
I think that Croix is perfect for that.
I venture to Joe’s every year to hear Chris Gilman talk about walleye fishing tips and his FLW experiences. Two years ago he came in with a couple Loomis rods to talk about techniques and such. Last year he had the Extreme 6′ 9″ MLXF with him and talked about how it was a recent purchase that he loved for tossing cranks.
7ft, medium light with 4 pound crystal..will fly a mile.
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6’9 MLF Elite Tech with an arbor reel has been one of my favorite crank combos. The rod quality doesnt have to be nothing spendy, anything 6’6-7’6 with ML or M action works well. I would spend the money on a good reel and load that up with 6-14lb superline depending on where you’re fishing.
casting #5 shad raps accounts for a high percentage of my summer fishing and i like the 6’6 extreme medium fast…
Quantum 7′ med fast tip Superlite HSX 72 with a Quantum Catalyst #20 and 10# braid. That’s my universal rod for most applications. I use that for everything from dragging ringworms on 1/16 jigs to medium husky jerks.
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I’m considering something in the 6′-6″ to 7′-0″ range. I was thinking a 6′-9″ ML might work then I could also use it as a pitchn’ rod also.
Depends on your budget…
If you are considering St Croix dont overlook the Eyecon Series ECS70 MLF ($120) w/ a 4730 Arbor and 8# braid for both techniques. Or at ($180) an Avid series AVS69MLXF if you prefer to use Mono line.
i don’t have a really fancy setup, but it works well. It’s a 7 1/2 foot Cabelas Tourney Trail ML. Nice long parabolic action, but surprising power in reserve. It really launches those light Shad Raps and plays fish wonderfully.
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I’m considering something in the 6′-6″ to 7′-0″ range. I was thinking a 6′-9″ ML might work then I could also use it as a pitchn’ rod also.
Depends on your budget…
If you are considering St Croix dont overlook the Eyecon Series ECS70 MLF ($120) w/ a 4730 Arbor and 8# braid for both techniques. Or at ($180) an Avid series AVS69MLXF if you prefer to use Mono line.
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