Rod for Jigmaster?

[pjstevko]

I'm looking for suggestions on a reasonably priced (up to $100) rod to pair up with my older jigmaster. I'll be using the rod for yo-yo/vertical jigging on cattle/head/party boats. I'm thinking of spooling the reel with 50# braid with a shorter (20ft) topshot of 30-40# mono. The jigs I'll be using will range in weight from 1-6oz.

Based on the above set-up what would you recommend?

Thanks

PJ

[coastal_dan]

I always thought the Penn Power Stik 20-40 would be a good pairing - they are like $50 or so.  Last time I saw them it was a in a huge barrel of them at Dana Landing in CA.  Not many on the East Coast unless you order them only.  I have mine paired to a 30 lb stick and sometimes feel the tip is a little too light, but every rod will differ per manufacturer.  Let us know what your choose!

[Doug]

I also like the Penn Power Stick I use the med/ heavy 20-50 . I also think its hard to beat the Ugly Stik Tiger in the same range 20-50 The ugly stik is a little softer at the top and costs about the same. I like the ones with the full SS guides , hold up to braid well  Doug

[pjstevko]

Are these rods "heavy"?

I plan on jigging all day and don't wanna get worn out by using a heavy rod

[Doug]

I've never weighed one but I think they are about the same as any boat rod. Go to a shop and try them out
its really the best way to buy a rod Doug

[bestout]

i paired mines with the ugly stick surf 10 foot. its great but the rod its kinda heavy

[fIsHsTiiCkS]

Any rod that will fit the line test you plan on using will do. Rod selection really comes down to preference and how much you want to spend.

[pjstevko]

I'm looking at getting either Okuma Cedros Jigging Stick and Ugly Stick Tiger Lite....

Any opinions on either one?

[txangler81]

I like the ugly stik tiger rods they are nice and have an old school look to them.

[fIsHsTiiCkS]

Both good rods. My vote goes to the cedros, as I like the blue and huge fan of the alps seats.

If you are looking for a solid rod in that price range, I would recommend this http://m.tackledirect.com/tsunami-tsawebc-701mhj-airwaves-elite-braid-casting-rod.html

Is a great 30# rod, decent price point, and nice components. best part is it'so a VERY light rod!

[Big Tim]

I like the Tsunami rods for jigging/bottom fishing...Light and strong & priced right..I like to be able to snap the jig quick off the bottom and have the backbone to set the hook...I have a tricked out 500 Jigmaster with #65 power pro and a short top of #30-40 to ad a little flex on this rod.

http://www.srmo.com/mm5/merchant.mvc?Store_Code=srmo&Screen=PROD&Category_Code=TSUNAMI_RODS&Product_Code=T101186

[MarkT]

A classic Sabre/Seeker/Calstar 670 would go well with a Jigmaster for those purposes with 30-40#.

[pjstevko]

I like the Tsunami rods for jigging/bottom fishing...Light and strong & priced right..I like to be able to snap the jig quick off the bottom and have the backbone to set the hook...I have a tricked out 500 Jigmaster with #65 power pro and a short top of #30-40 to ad a little flex on this rod.

http://www.srmo.com/mm5/merchant.mvc?Store_Code=srmo&Screen=PROD&Category_Code=TSUNAMI_RODS&Product_Code=T101186

just when I thought I was narrowing down my choices.....I like the specs on this one too....good thing I don't have the $$$$ to buy yet

[fishhead69]

If you are not casting jigs and are just yo-yoing the iron then you don't need anything over 7 foot. I wouldn't fish less than 40 pound test line. There are a million different rods to choose from out there for sure. I like a 7 foot 20 to 50 pound class rod for what you are doing or a 30 to 60 pound rod. Graphite rods are lighter but more expensive. Then the reel seat in graphite is the lightest. I like the Fuji graphite reel seats with the cushioned stainless steel hoods.

[Big Tim]

I like the Tsunami rods for jigging/bottom fishing...Light and strong & priced right..I like to be able to snap the jig quick off the bottom and have the backbone to set the hook...I have a tricked out 500 Jigmaster with #65 power pro and a short top of #30-40 to ad a little flex on this rod.

http://www.srmo.com/mm5/merchant.mvc?Store_Code=srmo&Screen=PROD&Category_Code=TSUNAMI_RODS&Product_Code=T101186

just when I thought I was narrowing down my choices.....I like the specs on this one too....good thing I don't have the $$$$ to buy yet

Go fishing with us in May and I will let you use mine