TUCR walleye rod

I’m looking to get a TUCR walleye rod and am looking at the precision rod. I am curious for first hand reports on the sensitivity of the rod tip. Is this a rod that when using smaller spoons for walleye that you will be able to visually see bites in the rod tip? Or is it more like you will feel the bite before you see it? I already have a perch sweetheart rod from Thorne Bros and like that rod for walleye jigging bigger spoons, jigging raps and darters, but would like a rod that is more ideal for smaller spoons/finesse presentations (for walleye, not panfish) that will visually show the bite on the rod tip.

Would the fusion or quick tip rod be more of what I am looking for? I am really trying to avoid buying a rod that is very similar to my TB perch sweetheart rod. Thank you for any input.

Jake, not sure where you live but cabelas (at least the one in Rogers, MN) has both the Fusion and Precision. I ordered the Fusion for in store pickup and then exchanged it right away for the Precision. The Fusion just seemed a little too soft, like it would be good for big panfish but not for eyes.

Thanks for the insight Greg. Unfortunately I am up in Duluth so I dont have the option of getting my hands on one of these before ordering. Do you have any sort of measure of comparison between the precision and the Thorne Bros perch sweetheart rod? I have a feeling they are very similar and I am trying to avoid having a near duplicate rod.

I also have plenty of crappie rods so I am not looking to get a panfish rod.

I just sent you a PM.

Thank you.

How small of a spoon. I have used a bullwhip in this situation to visually see bites on LOW for smaller saugers.

This is where I think the Quick Tip comes into play maybe. I like the light tip for visual bites or really light bites with smaller spoons and have pulled some 26 and 27″ eyes up with it. Great rod and the nice backbone helps with the bigger fish. The QT has a very light tip and transitions very quick (XF) into the backbone. The Bullwhip is the same but the backbone isn’t as stout on the QT.

The Precision is a very versatile walleye rod. I really like to use it with small to medium spoons. The Lindy Rattln Flyer is my go to. The tip is very sensitive. If you are concentrating on your flasher, you will feel the slightest bump. With that being said, you can absolutely see the bite as well. When I’m on a finicky bite, I will watch the flasher until the fish is right by the bait and then look at the rod tip. You will for sure see the bite before you feel it. Since last year however, my preferred rod for lighter walleye spoons like the Lindy Quiver Spoon or Tingler Spoon is the Fusion. It has a slightly lighter tip, but doesn’t loose any feel. I personally wrapped my fusion with bright thread so I would be able to see the tip deflection better. I am not sure how either compare to the Thorne Rod. Check out this chart for a better sense of the rods intended uses. You’ll see the Precision and the Fusion are very versatile, while the Quick Tip is a bit more limited.
Thanks,
Dan

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What is the benefit of the split grip? I am guessing increased sensitivity?

Scott wrote:

What is the benefit of the split grip? I am guessing increased sensitivity?

That’s all about personal preference. I like the feel of the split grip on my jigging rods, because I use a pistol grip and I prefer the way it feels. But I have a straight grip on my deadstick, because it is smoother getting in an out of the rod holder. Some people who hole hop and use longer rods prefer the straight grip because it is easier to hold onto when your jigging down by your waist or with gloves on. Both will be very similar in the way they preform.