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    Longer rods for skipping Senkos?

    I sold 7 ft 842s MF spinning rod to and replaced it with a 872s 7’3 M Extra Fast. I was pretty proficient at skipping with the 7 footer. The extra length of the 872s makes skipping a little more challenging. I can still do it, just not as well. Will I get better with practice or is a 7'3 rod simply too long for skipping?

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    #2
    I had the same issue when I went to the 872S for all my spinning gear. I went back and ordered the 852S as I felt it loaded up better with more of a moderate tip section than the 872S.

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    I use a 782 and would never consider a longer rod.

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    #4
    7-1 852 for me. Longer is do-able but seems like you need perfect angles..

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    I am probably going to sell me the 872s and get a. 852s. I have read that the tip is very fast. Still good for skipping?

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    Your personal height and the amount of 'space' you have around the boat matter in this situation. If you are 6'2" its going to be easier IMHO to skip with a 7'+ rod than if you are 5'7". If you are skipping in areas where you have more obstructions around you a longer rod is going to be tougher as well. I'm 6'3" and have skipped jigs with a 7'6" casting rod, but it wouldn't be my everyday choice and it is more challenging to be accurate. For skipping senkos I have a couple 7' MB XX ShakeyHead rods I use and really can't see a reason to go longer.