The sweet spot for a swimbait rod is an 8-foot rod rated for 1- to 4-ounce lures. For fishermen just getting into swimbait fishing, the sweet spot is an 8-foot rod rated for 1- to 4-ounce lures.
What is a good rod for swimbaits?
Below are our picks for the best swimbait rods on the market:
| Rod | Length | Power |
|---|---|---|
| Okuma Guide Select Swimbait Rod | 7’11” | Extra-Extra Heavy |
| Ardent Denny Brauer Swimbait Rod | 7’6” | Heavy |
| Dobyns Fury Casting Rod | 8′ | Heavy |
| Okuma Scott Martin Tournament Concept Rod | 7’11” | Heavy |
What rod should I use for small swimbaits?
Swimbait Summary
To throw smaller swimbaits, I suggest a medium action, 6 1/2- to 7-foot, high-modulus graphite rod. A rod of that length will allow you to make long casts without any compromise in accuracy. Either spinning or baitcasting gear is fine.
Can you use a crankbait rod for swimbaits?
Crankbait rods can handle swimbait lures that are around two ounces or less, so ideally your swimbait rod will be able to handle lures that are between about two and eight ounces.
What line do you use for big swimbaits?
The best line size for big swimbaits is largely determined by the weight of the lure itself. With a 7-8″ soft plastic hollow body swimbait you can get away with using fresh line as light as 17lb but for most large sized swimbaits I prefer to use at least 20-25lb fluorocarbon.
Are swimbaits good for bass?
Because come springtime, when bass are fat and hungry, a swimbait is the best lure you can cast to catch giant largemouths.
What is a good rod for crankbaits?
7 Best Crankbait Rods 2022
- St. Croix Rods Legend Glass Rod.
- St. Croix Rods Mojo Bass Glass Casting Rod.
- G. Loomis E6X Inshore Rod.
- Shimano SLX Baitcasting Rods. Best Rod for Beginners.
- Ugly Stik GX2 Fishing Rods.
- Abu Garcia IKE Signature Power Casting Rod.
- Dobyns Rod Fury Series 6’6” Casting Rod.
- Power.
What line do you use for glide baits?
Fluorocarbon
To throw glide baits, Knight recommends a Lew’s BB2 Inshore Speed Spool with a 7.1:1 gear ratio paired with 20- to 25-pound-test Gamma Edge Fluorocarbon.
What are the different types of swimbaits?
Swimbait designs can be broken down into three categories: hard bodied, soft bodied, and paddle tails. There are subcategories of each type and some come in a combination, like having a hard body with a soft rubber tail. They are typically made of wood, hard plastic, or soft plastic.
What is a swim hook?
The Owner 5164 Flashy Swimmer is a unique hook for rigging soft swimbaits, flukes and other swimming soft plastics. The spinner blade is attached to a non-movable weight that acts as a keel. The weight helps to sink or swim the rigged bait down into the strike zone while the spinner blade adds fish attracting flash.
Is a medium rod good for crankbaits?
Medium Heavy Fast will work for crankbaits, and many people prefer that rod for shallow running square bills.
What is a medium rod good for?
Medium or medium-heavy action rods are often a great choice for lures with treble hooks or for spinnerbaits, buzzbaits and bladed jigs that are fished fast and generate “reaction” strikes.