I've got a Tatula SV in 7.3:1 on my MB Jerkbait Special.
I've got a Tatula SV in 7.3:1 on my MB Jerkbait Special.
2021 Vexus AVX 1880 Summit White
115 Mercury ProXS
Ultrex
Twin HBirds
Garmin 93
Garmin Livescope
I use a Shimano Alderbaran 50 MGL and its the sweetest jerkbait reel I have every used bar none,,light and can cast 110's like a bullet ,, I use a 6.5.1 ratio for jerkbaits as i tend to overwork the baits with a faster reel ,,, but for me anything in a 6--something range is good
I have no problem using an 8.1:1 with a jerkbait, but I've used 7 and 6 speeds also. I do prefer at least a 7:1 though. I like to target fish with a jerkbait, so I'll make a longer cast near something, and only work 15-20' then reel in and cast for another target, that's where the faster ratio is nice.
2001 Champion 187 Yamaha 175
12' Talons, Lithiums and Garmins
All pulled by a Hemi
Expride or zodias tough to beat for money
Where are the BIG ones? When are we going?
LOOKING for a Great deal on a Slightly used 20-21' Boat.
I put a curado 70mgl hg on my 2021 levante jerkbait special, I love using that setup!
Chris Hawkins
Ranger 520VX / Mercury Optimax 225
Expride
I would suggest that you look at the Zolo Jerkbait rod, I love fishing jerkbaits and this is a really versatile rod, you can throw it around docks or launch it across flats.
I have a Levante jerk bait special coming and will pair it with my Curado 150 DC. Can't wait to fish jerks on this combo
2019 Ranger Z520C DC / 250 Pro XS 4 Stroke
I got my MB Levante jerk bait special and love the rod. The only thing I don't like is the location of the hook/bait keeper.....it's under the handle! Can't imagine anyone thinking this a good location for it. Only fished it a couple of times and stabbed myself once already Otherwise it's a great rod.
2019 Ranger Z520C DC / 250 Pro XS 4 Stroke
OK I have been looking for a Jerkbait rod for some time. I have tried a St Croix Legend Tourney 68mf that is actually super nice but a bit short. I have legend elite in 6'8" and 7 that just aren't right for jerk baits. So yesterday I picked up a Shimano SLX 610MXF Casting rod. The rod is usually a combo rod. You might see if for sale for $99. I got it for $59! Took it out today, Turns out, the rod is Fantastic for Jerkbaits. Throws Reranges and Reragne MRs really great. Very light in the tip, I jerked the thing constantly for 4 hours today, Landed largess up to 4.25, 4lb smallies and 15 walleyEs 17-25'.
FOR $60 I AM SOLD. Picking up another tomorrow.
Pretty hard to imagine 1 jerk bait road that can do it all with jerk baits from flash pointer to Kanata.
2020 Ranger 521L Tour, 300 Mercury, 112 Minn Kota Ultrex
3 12" Helix Units, Mega Si, Mega Di, Mega 360, Garmin 8412 W LiveScope mounted on Rite Hite Turret.
No one has mentioned a Kanata that I know of in this thread ,, the Levante will handle many things but a Kanata is not one of them or a 110 +2 , it will handle a 110+1 but that's the limit ,, it does handle top water walking baits really well and it will do for a squarebill / lipless in a pinch
If your hand is hitting the hook keeper on a Levante you must have big hands. Also there are no sharp edges on the keeper at all.
2019 Ranger Z520C DC / 250 Pro XS 4 Stroke
Big fan of the Alpha Angler Slasher. 6' 10" Med power, Fast action.
Last edited by DMart1; 10-07-2021 at 03:13 PM.
No point in spending a lot. Tatula 701MRB is amazing. I've caught tons of fish throwing 110s, +1s, jrs, etc