What Rod do you guys use for dragging jigs?

[RJB]

Looking to get a new rod for fishing football jigs. 3/8-3/4 Oz. Curious what rods you guys use. Thanks

[Pat]

I like a 7 foot medium heavy. My favorite is a Kistler Helium.

[birdman920]

G Loomis NRX 893 ! or 894 for 1/2 to 3/4oz jigs !

[jiggin4bass]

In spinning rods I use 6'6" med heavy
In cast rod i use either 6'6" and 7' med heavy
Spinning rods I use 4,6,8,10lbs maxima line
Cast rods 10 lbs maxima line
St. Croix and Browning rods

[WRB]

ALX Zolo Dragger is designed specifically for you presentations.
Tom

[Dave Brabec]

Dobyns extreme 784 .Best jig rod ive owned in years.

[Gary Dobyns]

When dragging jigs especially in western waters where you may drag 40 to 60 feet deep you need length for hook sets. You also need sensitivity and balance. Our best dragging rod is DX 784C and it'll work fine with 3/8 to one ounce jigs. Another tip is if dragging straight floro once you set the hook, reel fast and hard to get a good load into the blank and your landing percentage will be very high. This rod also is an excellent C-Rig rod as well. It's almost a forgotten technique in the west but SUPER popular in southern waters like Texas. THX!!!

[drdetroit3]

Dobyns Chapion XP 734 works great!!!

[ash]

I've been very happy with the Phenix M1 MX-78H the rod is light and sensitive for dragging jigs along with flippin' jigs. I tend to drag 1/2 - 3/4oz up to 1oz with this rod. For 3/8ths oz I go to my MH rod - the key for me is to be able to discern the bottom composition changes and something that has a bit of tip and plenty of backbone. Phenix is a continued sponsor of the BBT and we appreciate their support https://phenixrods.com/

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[Gary Dobyns]

I have lots of models that will work. The DX 784C is our best for dragging jigs. This model was made specifically for dragging jigs. . But, I have plenty of models that will work very good besides the DX 784C. I have these in all series too. I would try and stay with a rod that's at least 7'3".

If I can help further let me know. THX!!!

[marinerfandave]

Hi Gary, I have the Champion 764 XP that I originally bought for c-rigs but have decided the ball and chain really isn't "my thing", maybe at the right lake in certain conditions I'll try it some more. On your website the 764 "uses" include spiinnerbaits, jigs, small swimbaits, etc. In your opinion, what is the best way for me rig the 764, I have a Megabass SV3 1/2 oz. spinnerbait on it right now but haven't been able to get out and try it yet due to an illness, when it's time for me to get out again should I go spinnerbait or jig with the 764? Thanks!

[Gary Dobyns]

The 764C is a super versatile rod. Many guys love the length and power of it. It will drag jigs as well. It's a great C-Rig rod. Many guys use it for chatterbaits, spinnerbaits, buzzbaits, smaller swimbaits up to an ounce, pitching smaller baits. It's a rod that may not be the "perfect" rod for a technique but will still do a very good job. It's always been a good seller as guys that us it, usually have several of them. I also remember it as the very first rod we ever ran out of after starting the company.

[marinerfandave]

Thanks Gary for the input!

[WRB]

Back in 1994 wrote article “Horizontal Jigging” For In -Fisherman published Jan 1995.
The reference is hook setting a jig at 40-50 yards using 6’6” to 6’10” long rods with mono line.
I detailed the reel and rod sweep hook set mention by Dobyns however this was a western technique long before it migrated east.
Longer rods make longer casts easier, not hook sets.
If any interest PM me for a copy of this article.
Tom

[jiggin4bass]

It's a dying art more anglers should learn.You can turn it into a big fish bite with a little time and effort it works. If you have the patience to do so. With this type weather we're having it's a technique you should be using now.

[jiggin4bass]

Tom I read your 1995 article back in 2012 on another website it's a great article anglers wanting to learn this technique should read this article you will learn a lot. And I do a lot of jig fishing.

[WRB]

Tom I read your 1995 article back in 2012 on another website it's a great article anglers wanting to learn this technique should read this article you will learn a lot. And I do a lot of jig fishing.

Thank you
Anyone interested PM your email address.
Tom

[BAble]

Abu Garcia Fantasista 7’6” med/hvy up to 1/2 oz jigs or 7’3” hvy for 3/4 oz or heavier. This model is a premium rod and delivers in balance, weight, sensitivity and power. Lots of great rods but this Abu is well worth owning.

[cdevette]

St Croix Elite EC76MHMF (full cork) about as good as it gets. Don't like the Xtreme version handle..

[Freedomfmlyfish]

Dobyns Champ XP 744C jig rod special!

[Gary Dobyns]

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Dobyns Champ XP 744C jig rod special!
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This is a very good rod for dragging and it'll handle up to an ounce easily.

[WRB]

Dobyns Champ XP 744C jig rod special!

This is a very good rod for dragging and it'll handle up to an ounce easily.

Gary it’s good to see you responding on this site.
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to you and your staff.
Tom

[Gary Dobyns]

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Dobyns Champ XP 744C jig rod special!
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This is a very good rod for dragging and it'll handle up to an ounce easily.
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Gary it’s good to see you responding on this site.
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to you and your staff.
Tom
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Thanks Tom. I live in Texas now but I'll always be a west coast guy. I come back to see grandkids every couple of months and I usually hit the local waters on every trip. Happy Holidays to all the gang here on Western Bass!!!

[Freedomfmlyfish]

Thanks Gary, always good to see you interacting. Greatly respect and appreciate you. Have heard nothing but good things about you here out West since I was an kid and you are solely the reason I use your rods. I know if they are good for you they are good, period. Only rod company I have ever encountered that I can give a call and get advice on rods for techniques from Gary himself or one of his team members. All though you are missed here out West I bet you are right at home in Texas. Happy Holidays everyone, sending wishes of good health, happiness, and lots of hook sets!! Also your jigs are excellent, bought a batch last year and they are now my go to! Don’t sleep on them fellas!