With the release of our new Venon Flipping Jigs on the horizon, I though it would be appropriate to cover another question I see jig fishermen asking: "What's a good rod for flipping?"
When I hear questions like this I assume that most people want to know what characteristics make a good rod for a specific technique, not what brand, model, etc. rod to use. While if that is what they want to know, I have no problem just telling then what I use or recommend. But I'd much rather help people learn what they need or want in a rod, and then give them my recommendations.
That being said, here's what I look for in a good flipping stick.
Length - For flipping, a longer rod is definately a plus. It helps you gain distance and accuracy. Most flipping sticks on the market will be 7'6". A lot of flipping sticks are also telescopic, which means the rod shortens, usually by pushing the top portion of the rod down into the handle section of the blank. These rods are if your space is limited, but I prefer a non-telescoping rod because they are slightly more sensitive.
Power - This largely depends on the cover you are fishing. You can use a MH up to an XH rod to flip. If you're on the west coast flipping to dense mats of vegetation, then an XH may be best for you. But if you're flipping to fairly thin submerged weedbeds, a MH will be fine. I normally use a MH or H rod.
Action - There are a few different views on this. I've heard anywhere from MF to XF. Personally, I generally like a F action rod for flipping, but have had times when a MF could have helped flip lighter baits more accurately.
In the next post, we'll cover more specs of the rods like handle length and guides.
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