Football jig rods

[lakesareabassin]

Hi all,

Wondering if you have some good recommendations for a football jig rod. Mostly I'd be throwing 3/4 oz football jigs in 15-25 feet of water. Looking for something that is very sensitive so I can feel the terrain and snap out of any weeds that I may need to. I fish mostly natural weedy lakes in MN. Looking for something in the $300 or under. Though if there is one that's close to that I can always take advantage of a sale.

Thanks

[Bassakwards]

Megabass orochi XX extreme mission. May still be able to get them on sale from the tackle trap.

[kstephes033]

Daiwa Tatula Elite AGS 7'4" H frog rod is actually what I use up here. I'm in Farmington and fish all around, and that rod has worked great so far in any situation and in use 3/4oz 90% of the time. The MB Orochi XX Perfect Pitch is what I used before but it was a bit short for that personally, the amart flipping rod was more suited to me in that lineup.

[lakesareabassin]

Daiwa Tatula Elite AGS 7'4" H frog rod is actually what I use up here. I'm in Farmington and fish all around, and that rod has worked great so far in any situation and in use 3/4oz 90% of the time. The MB Orochi XX Perfect Pitch is what I used before but it was a bit short for that personally, the amart flipping rod was more suited to me in that lineup.

First off, I'm just up the road. Second I actually just ordered the frog rod from daiwa for using as a frog rod. Have you used other daiwa elite rods, if so what are your thoughts and which ones have you used. Thanks

[KMcClure]

2017 megabass destroyer valdiva. I have this rod and it’s awesome for big football jigs. It’s $400 but I think tackle supply depot has 20% off megabass rods right now. I’d give tackle trap a call too, maybe they can hook you up. That’s where mine came from

[alanhore]

G Loomis NRX894 for me with those weights. I know it is more $$$ than you were talking, but it is worth it.

[ssbassman]

Check out Kistlers, they have pick your own deal right now! I use the h3 7"3 heavy or 7"6 heavy

[Bassakwards]

2017 megabass destroyer valdiva. I have this rod and it’s awesome for big football jigs. It’s $400 but I think tackle supply depot has 20% off megabass rods right now. I’d give tackle trap a call too, maybe they can hook you up. That’s where mine came from

I just bought a 2017 Destroyer FMJ, I was throwing 3/4oz FB jigs on it this weekend. It's a sweet rod, only reason I didn't recommend it, is because of the price. For $300 the Orochi XX is a damn good rod too. TW has them on sale, and some of them you actually get an additonal 20% off for black friday. I was thinking about getting a new jerkbait rod, they are down to $175 right now.

[rockchalk06]

I have a custom built for that heavy of stuff since most factory rods heavy enough to handle jigs that big are too heavy, but I would look at the Megabass Perfect Pitch. It's a 7 power and light for what it is. Tackle Trap has it discounted to 250 ish now.

[BigBass94]

I would give a hard look at the new G. Loomis IMX Pro series of rods! These new ones are a lot better than the previous models. I believe they're coming in around $390. If you want something under $300 I would look at a Megabass Orochi or a Dobyns Champion HP.

[UkCatsBasser]

Just picked up a perfect pitch from the Tackle Trap.

[KMcClure]

I just bought a 2017 Destroyer FMJ, I was throwing 3/4oz FB jigs on it this weekend. It's a sweet rod, only reason I didn't recommend it, is because of the price. For $300 the Orochi XX is a damn good rod too. TW has them on sale, and some of them you actually get an additonal 20% off for black friday. I was thinking about getting a new jerkbait rod, they are down to $175 right now.

What rod is down to $175 right now? I just checked TW and they don’t have the jerkbait special listed

[cidgrad]

The ALX Rods Expert Series Hair Jig rod has become REALLY popular for football jigs... it says MedHvy - but it has a ton of backbone and a really nice tip on it. Very crisp feel.
http://www.alxrods.com/product/ben-parker-hairjig/

Model Name: Ben Parker Hair Jig
SKU: XP90HJ
UPC: 855717004380
Rod Specs:

• Line: 10 – 25#
• Lure: 3/8 – 1 1/4 oz
• Length: 7’6″
• Power: MedHeavy
• Action: Fast

Detailed Specs:

• Average Rod Weight: 5.2 oz
• Handle Length: 10.75″
• Number of Guides: 11 (2 Double Foot, 9 Single Foot)
• Kigan Master Hand ZDH 3D stripper guides with Z Series 3D running guides with braid resistant inserts
• Mid Micro guide train for all around fishability
• Premium one piece exposed blank reel seat for comfort and control
• Handbuilt in OUR Aiken, South Carolina rod building plant

[Bassakwards]

What rod is down to $175 right now? I just checked TW and they don’t have the jerkbait special listed

Sorry, its the fast moving special, I was thinking oneten special which is the destroyer model. Add it to your cart... $176.

[davidsa]

Check out Kistlers, they have pick your own deal right now! I use the h3 7"3 heavy or 7"6 heavy

x2 I won't say my H3 7'3 is quite as good as my NRX 894 but it is close enough and was on sale for like $200 as of yesterday

[ridgerunner6901]

Fb jigging is my favorite technique and I build custom rods. That said, I throw my jigs on a alx zolo series dragger.

[MinnBasser]

Check out Kistlers, they have pick your own deal right now! I use the h3 7"3 heavy or 7"6 heavy

i second this. I use the 7’3” Helium 3 as well. Great stick.

[Fishin is life]

G Loomis NRX894 for me with those weights. I know it is more $$$ than you were talking, but it is worth it.

This one. Ive seen em used in the $3-325 range. Best jig rod ive ever put my hands on and i tried a bunch to find the right one

[Plumberman]

Dobyns dx 745c is a balanced jig rod that is sensitive.

[DChiWildcats]

NRX 894 or NRX 873. Doesn't get better.