"Calif Bill" wrote in messageSNIP

Also depends what you are throwing with the rod. Treble hook Crank baits,
require a different speed rod than a worm rod.

Not really. I've caught an awful lot of fish on crankbaits fished from an
extra-fast or fast rod. There are advantages to using a moderate action
rod, but it's not really a requirement. Actually, I prefer to use faster,
and more sensitive rods when I'm fishing crankbaits. I can tell if the lure
is working properly, if it's hitting bottom like it's supposed to (if I'm
fishing a deep diver) and I get better hooksets.
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