Flipping/Pitching Rod Length

Big Stick 74 · Post by **Big Stick 74** » Fri Nov 17, 2017 9:06 pm

I would like to get the forums opinions on what is considered the standard length of a rod used to flip and pitch with. Back in the day, it was standard to use a telescopic 7' 6" rod for flipping and a 7' rod for pitching. Personally I rarely use my Flipping stick and always pick up a rod 7' to 7' 3". With punching I use a 8' rod. What do you guys use? Thanks in advance.

Tony Lain · Post by **Tony Lain** » Sat Nov 18, 2017 10:34 am

I personally like two lengths, depends on the cover... When pitching outside edges, 7'4" rod for more accurate pitches. Heavy cover like wood and inside reeds, 7'6" for extra power to pull'em out of the think stuff. I use the Daiwa Tatula Elite series rods for this, 7'4" frog rod is my favorite rod for pitching. Check out the link:

http://www.daiwa.com/us/contents/rods/t ... index.html

Gary Dobyns · Post by **Gary Dobyns** » Mon Nov 20, 2017 9:54 am

I pitch a lot with Flippin stick that I love. Champion 766Flip I can flip, pitch, or even Punch with it. I will say that a LOT of anglers prefer to pitch with a 7'3" rod and find it easier to handle. We make a Champion 736C that's awesome. It has enough tip to pitch easy but with Ex-Fast tip it comes into brute power quickly. The 736C is my personal all time favorite rod that I make. It's difficult to make a powerful, light, well balanced, and strong rod. The 736C is all of these and a very popular rod for us. We make it in full or split handle. I prefer full handle myself but you have the option. THX!!!!

DDG · Post by **DDG** » Mon Nov 20, 2017 5:19 pm

ITs all preference, however for me it depends on the weight im using, 1oz and up im using a 766 or 806 any thing below 765, im a short guy so i like shorter sticks, but for punchin you cant go wrong with an 806. Jigs and texas 765

Randy Walker · Post by **Randy Walker** » Tue Nov 21, 2017 3:26 pm

as others replied, all in preference...

I use a 7, 7'3, 7'6 and 7'11 for flp/pitch depending on size of weight or weight of jig along with how close my targets are. I use the 7'6 most of the time though.

For punching, I use a 7'11 x-hvy. This allows for longer flips into the heavy mats as well as picking up more line during hook sets. I have used a 7'6 in the past, but for me I have found I like the 7'11 more.