Chris Rennert wrote:
Hey all,

I just wanted to pose the question, what is your choice for a drop shot rod.
Action, Length, handle type. Currently I am using a 7'6" St Croix Premier
mod-fast. I like the extra length for handling fish with lighter line. I
am going to purchase a couple more over the winter, as well as a few more
baitcasting combos, I still have a few situations that I am not totally
prepared for.

Thanks for your opinions and input!

Chris


Steve Huber built me the perfect light dropshot rod last year. It's 7-0,
light action with a moderately slow taper. Fuji concept guides and an
all cork, Tennessee handle complete the package. I've drop shotted for
years, and used dozens of different rods. I can honestly say that this
is the best drop shot rod for light dsrop shotting (4 to 6 lb line in
reasonably open water) that I've ever used. On the other hand, for Bubba
shot fishing (12 to 20 pound test and 1/2 to 1 oz weights in heavy
vegies) I like an Allstar SJ1 casting rod. It's got a little slower
taper than most rods in its class, is just long enough and meaty enough
to lean on a fish and get it's head pointed in the right direction.