For those of you who throw the big 8XD's and 10XD's, what rod/reel setup are you using? TIA
For those of you who throw the big 8XD's and 10XD's, what rod/reel setup are you using? TIA
Don’t do much but when I do I use 7’4” mo jo crankster
powell 7115 cb
Also use a Powell 704 can for all other crankbaits
Powell 704 cb
Phenix X13, Tatula Type R 6.3:1, Sniper 12 lb fluoro. I honestly don't throw baits as big as the 8 and 10xd but this setup handles DT20s, 6XDs, and the like without issue. I would throw an 8XD or 10XD on it without hesitation if I needed to.
2011 Skeeter ZX225
225 Yamaha HPDI Series 2
Minn Kota Ultrex 112 52"
Console: HDS 16 Carbon
Bow: HDS 12 Carbon, Solix 12 G2, Mega 360, Garmin 106 SV, LVS 34
I use a Kistler Mod 7'11" w/a Lew's Super Duty. Also, for a more affordable alternative, I use a BPS Crankin Stick and one of their cheaper reels (Pro Qualifier or Formula). That setup is very good, especially for the $.
Kistler 7'11" 10xd heavy rod and Lews Super Duty 5.4:1 with 10#-12# InvisX for Bigger CB and Lews Custom pro 7'11" MH ModFast with lews Super Duty large spool 5.1.:1 for 6xd and similar style CB.
Dobyns 805CB RM and Abu Orra Winch with 10 or 12 lb line. I have several more expensive reels but the cheap Winch is hard to beat.
"If It Ain't Broke, You're Not Trying"- Red Green
I have a dobyns 805cb rm. 8xd would be no problem on that rod. Never thrown anything the size of a 10xd but I would think it would be ok as long as ya dont put a ton of ass behind it.
2006 Stratos 294 Pro XL.2005 Yamaha 200 VMAX 3.1L. 8" Hydro Dynamics Rapid Jack. Ultrex 112 I-Plot link. 2 Helix 10 Chirp Mega SI GPS G2N.
i have 3 that i throw the big XD crankbaits on :
Shimano Crucial 7:11MH lure wt 5-3 ounces its med hvy with a extra fast tip with a older revo 4 to 1 and i love it .
Powell Glass 7.5 length 1/4 to 1 1/2 ounce fishing 13 concept A it gets by on the 8XD but throws all the others good love the Powells
Dobyns Champion 806 Heavy Glass XP CR its 8 ft length and with a fishing 13 C in 5 to 3 ratio i love the rod but im considering trying to find another 4 to 1 ratio reel simply because when you throw the big XD you need the slower ratio because if or when you throw them often you need that ration to keep from having them work your ass off lol !!! being serious i love to throw them on my home lake ( Lake Fork) and they truly catch some big bass but they will work you and your arms like you been unloading hay trucks all day tossing the hay bales into the top of the barn ! But theres no doubt when a big fish nails it cause it VICIOUS !
I wouldn't throw a 8xd on the same rod as a 10xd. 1oz vs 2 oz baits. dobyns recommends 806cb for 10xd , 805cb for 6xd , 8xd.
Of course there are cheaper alternatives..
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