I am looking for a new drop shot rod for my son. We recently won a little money in a tournament and he also received a new Revo Rocket spinning reel as a door prize. I'm looking for something in the $200 range. Any suggestions? Thanks.
I am looking for a new drop shot rod for my son. We recently won a little money in a tournament and he also received a new Revo Rocket spinning reel as a door prize. I'm looking for something in the $200 range. Any suggestions? Thanks.
2006 Skeeter ZX225
Congrats! I know it's above budget at 299$, but the Orochi XX Whipsnake is an amazing dropshot/finesse rod. Second, closer to 200 at 219$, would be the St. Croix Avid X 6'9"ML or 7'0"ML.
Abu Garcia Villain 2.0 in either the 6’10” or 7’ ml. Or if you drop shot around cover and Texas rig your worm I’d go with the 7’ medium as it’s a bit more versatile
Phenix M1 7'2" Medium. Phenix blanks are over-rated when it comes to power, the M is more like a ML. The blank is XF, also makes a nice ned rod. $175
I've never fished the factory rod but I've built on that blank and it's a good one.
I use the st.croix avid x 7’ ML....works well for my liking and also does other techniques well. Tackle Warehouse should have a Memorial Day sale coming this weekend, should be in you price point with ease
I was actually looking at the Levante series Whipsnake. I have one of the spec R's and its a sweet rod.
2006 Skeeter ZX225
Avid x 7' ml
Avid X 6’9 ML
1995 Ranger 481v
1995 Johnson Fast Strike 175hp
The Megabass Levante Whipsnake is an excellent choice. If you like the DSR feel, fit, and finish, you'll really enjoy the Whipsnake too.
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Love the XX Whipsnake! Amazing rod
Is Tackle Trap doing any Memorial Day sale? Interested in the Levante Whipsnake and the Tatula AGS 7'1" Ehrler rod.
2006 Skeeter ZX225
I use the ALX Maestro. Nice rod, light and sensitive.
Bruce Theriot
2003 Champion 196 Elite
200 Mercury Opti max
25 Tempest A45
What size weight and worm are you fishing? If you throw, or occasionally throw, anything heavier than a 1/4 ounce, I think the Whipsnake maybe underpowered.