Whats the Best Rod (worm/Jig) for under $80

Brian Manthe · Post by **Brian Manthe** » Wed Nov 30, 2005 11:20 pm

I've got $150 to spend for rods, I've got the nice reels now, but need to upgrade rods. My option is to buy 1 nice rod or 2 middle of the road rods. Looking for the opinions of others on this one.

Thanks,

JamesH · Post by **JamesH** » Thu Dec 01, 2005 12:05 am

I use Berkley Lightning rods. I've been real happy, in fact I just picked up a new 7' medium casting IM7 3/8 to 3/4 oz w/ 10 guides today for $69.

survivor · Post by **survivor** » Thu Dec 01, 2005 7:25 am

Check out the Shimano Clarius, great rods for good prices, great warrenty. You won't be dissapointed. Just my 2 cents.
Paul aka Survivor

mark poulson · Post by **mark poulson** » Thu Dec 01, 2005 8:23 am

Brian Manthe wrote:I've got $150 to spend for rods, I've got the nice reels now, but need to upgrade rods. My option is to buy 1 nice rod or 2 middle of the road rods. Looking for the opinions of others on this one.

Thanks,

Look at Falcon Low Rider series. I love the FLC 5-168 for jigs, Ikas, and Senkos. They are a med. heavy rod with a tip that extends down about 24", which makes them cast lighter stuff great. But they also are perfect for heavy (3/4 oz.) blades. Great rods, $100+-, and made in the U.S.A. Plus they have a great warranty policy.

Phil · Post by **Phil** » Thu Dec 01, 2005 8:47 am

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BERKLEY SERIES ONE
SOC601M 6'0" Medium $109.95
SOC601MH 6'0" Medium Heavy $109.95
SOC661M 6'6" Medium $119.95
SOC661MH 6'6" Medium Heavy $119.95
SOC701M 7'0" Medium $119.95
SOC701MH 7'0" Medium Heavy $119.
BERKLEY LIGHT'IN RODS

LRC561MH 6'0" Medium Hard $34.95
LRC601M 6'0" Medium $34.95
LRC561M 5'6" Medium $34.95

Lightning Rod IM6
Trigger
Image Prod. No. Length Action *MSRP
LRC701MH 7'0" Medium Hard $39.95
LRC661MH 6'6" Medium Hard $39.95
LRC661M 6'6" Medium $39.95

FENWICK HMG
GC56M 5'6 1 M 1/4-3/4 8-20 7 109.95
GT60M 6'0 1 M 1/4-3/4 8-20 8 109.95
GT60MH 6'0 1 MH 1/4-1 10-17 8 109.95
GT66L 6'6 1 L 1/4-3/4 8-20 9 119.95
GT66M 6'6 1 M 1/4-7/8 8-20 9 119.95
GT66MH 6'6 1 MH 3/8-1 10-25 9 119.95
GT70M 7'0 1 M 1/4-1 8-20 9 119.95
GT70MH 7'0 1 MH 3/8-1 1/4 10-25 9 119.95

FENWICK HMX
HMXT60M 6'0 1 M 1/4-3/4 8-20 8 79.95
HMXT60MH 6'0 1 MH 1/4-1 1/4 10-25 8 79.95
HMXT66M 6'6 1 M 1/4-3/4 8-20 9 84.95
HMXT66MH 6'6 1 MH 1/4-1 1/4 10-25 9 84.95
HMXT66H 6'6 1 H 3/8-1 1/2 12-25 9 84.95
HMXT610XH 6'10 1 XH 1/2-2 12-30 9 84.95
HMXT70M 7'0 1 M 1/4-3/4 8-20 9 84.95
HMXT70MH 7'0 1 MH 1/4-1 1/4 10-25 9 84.95
HMXT70H 7'0 1 H 3/8-1 1/2 10-25 9 84.95

Calistar · Post by **Calistar** » Thu Dec 01, 2005 9:09 am

I gotta echo what Survivor recommended. I pretty much use the Shimano Clarius line of rods exclusively and highly recommend it. When you consider price ($50 to $80) AND quality (very good) the Clairus line is hard to beat.

MrSkeeter · Post by **MrSkeeter** » Thu Dec 01, 2005 9:20 am

Another alternative is to buy a used Loomis IMX ... for that money, you can likely get close to getting a used MBR783 or MBR784 (for 6'6") or MBR843 or MBR844 (7'ers).

Watch for them on the classified section or on eBay

Dave A · Post by **Dave A** » Thu Dec 01, 2005 9:45 am

Shimano Clarus is a solid rod, I have several.

Paul W · Post by **Paul W** » Thu Dec 01, 2005 10:13 am

Dave A wrote:Shimano Clarus is a solid rod, I have several.

I agree, the Clarus is an awesome rod coming in well under $80. Cant beat that over the counter no hassle warranty either!!! The new Compre series might be a good option too. They are a little more refined and start at $90.

-Paul W