Who would be the best option to go with? Im looking for a custom rod designed specifically for throwing rattle traps/jerk baits for one of my new reels I just bought, and would like something custom made.
Who would be the best option to go with? Im looking for a custom rod designed specifically for throwing rattle traps/jerk baits for one of my new reels I just bought, and would like something custom made.
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Hi Micheal,
Myself or any of the other BBC Custom Rod Sponsors can build you a rod. I have a few blank suggestions for rattle traps/jerkbaits. First is the Batson BS706, this is a glass blank that can pretty much handle anything. I have one build at 6'6" that I throw rattletraps and jerbaits on. This rod built with spiraled micro guides, custom formed carbon fiber handles grips and a split reelseat will give you a very light rod, especially for glass. There are a few other blanks that would fit your need. If you would like to discuss some options please feel free to email me at bassn81@comcast.net
BS706S. I have two of them and handle all moving baits very well
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I'd highly recommend BBC sponsor George Roth at George's Custom Rods. He's built three rods for me and they are works of art.
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I'd highly recommend BBC sponsor George Roth at George's Custom Rods. He's built three rods for me and they are works of art.
I have not used the Batson blank, so I can not comment on it. If Scott is using it, I'm sure that it is a fine blank. I have been building crankbait rods for a number of years with the Seeker, BS 706 S-glass blank. I fished a FLW Western Series tournament last year on the CA Delta, where I utilized this rod. I had a 3-4# fish hit the bait, right at the boat with about 6' of line out. The rod was flexible / powerful enough to keep the fish hooked up until my boater could get the net and scoop up the thrashing fish. It made me a believer, so I won't hesitate to recommend it to other anglers, especially if you fish tournaments.
Let me know if I can help......George
Batson blanks are excellent, i choose to use them quite often because they are great for the price and reliability. Very sensative rods to boot. i build custom rods and am a sponsor here on the board and i have plenty of customers that have tried the batson rods and they are awesome...really look into them if you decide on a custom rod
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I'm dumb, I meant to say Seeker BS706, I had Batson on the mind when I posted that. Sorry for the confusion.
The Seeker BS706 is an excellent rod. I have also built several of the Batson SPG E-glass rods, they work great and are a little lighter on the wallet.
I 've been leaning towards the Batson blanks lately & have had excellent results..go for it.
I'd offer to build also, but, after completing 4 this month,I'm still 5 behind...so I'll decline for now
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Kind of figured that is what you ment
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