BlakeMolone Posted November 26, 2017 Report Share Posted November 26, 2017 Hello all, my name is Blake and I'm from Tulsa OK. I've caught the bass bug again after spending several years focusing on other hobbies and have decided to dive into the swimbait world. I plan to start throwing hard baits in the spring but I think I'm gonna stick to throwing 8 inch hudds this winter. I'm going to be fishing from the bank untill it's warm enough to break out the kayak and I'm planning on focusing on one particular small lake that's known for producing some massive bass. I was wondering if anyone has used the 7'6 bass pro musky rod for throwing hudds? It's fast action and rated for 2-10 oz baits and only 50 dollars, will this likely be a waste of money or a good entry level rod? Can't seem to find much about it. I plan to pair it up with an Abubut5500 or a 300 size cardiff. I've been doing quite a bit of research but would appreciate any advice particularly on winter fishing, thanks guys! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MA Frog Man Posted November 26, 2017 Report Share Posted November 26, 2017 One piece of advice I'd give is but once cry once. If you're looking to save money on equipment you'll most likely end up shorting yourself in the end. Plus swimbait fishing isn't a money conscience activity. Cardiff is a good beginner reel. Set a budget for a rod and take a look at New and used. Okuma, dobyns and a couple other companies make decent rods that will handle an 8" hudd. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
danthefisherman Posted November 26, 2017 Report Share Posted November 26, 2017 Welcome to SU, Blake! Do yourself a favor and invest in a proper swimbait rod built for the job. I started with a borrowed flipping stick and always ended the day with a painful shoulder. Tacklewarehouse has an awesome back Friday sale going on right now that you can capitalize on. All the rods that Adam mentioned are great beginner rods that you can look into. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Top Ramen Posted November 26, 2017 Report Share Posted November 26, 2017 Just FYI -- if you're a veteran, you can get 30% buying direct from Dobyns. They have a fantastic vet program. Angryjohn 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slideaction Posted November 26, 2017 Report Share Posted November 26, 2017 Welcome from another Tulsan. One thing that's worked for me is that eventually you will narrow down your arsenal on to a few confident and forage specific baits. These may vary your rod choices and depending on your rod comfort a h or xh may work well for you in a lot of the lure weight range. If you've fished conventional lures for some time, you may be able to transfer some of your preferences over. As for me I have been able to get away with an xh 8ft rod for a variety of lure weights. But fishing from shore it would benefit to have a longer rod... hope that helps Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigpoppabass Posted November 26, 2017 Report Share Posted November 26, 2017 It is hard to say if that rod would work. I still use several old musky rods but to wake and crank slammers....it took me years to finally get confidence with the hudd. I had a custom rod built and fished with any peeps who threw the bait. But one thing is clear a hudd rod should not be super expensive cuz a good one should be a fiberglass blend imo....the reason musky rods generally don't work well in bass world is they r geared for fishing big lures very fast to trigger muskies. With bass you want to do the opposite and fish slowly esp with hudds. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
urbanhick Posted November 26, 2017 Report Share Posted November 26, 2017 Dobyns 867 is the most versatile rod I own and at a 30% vet discount would be my choice. Top Ramen, Rogervang, waynem and 1 other 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BlakeMolone Posted November 26, 2017 Author Report Share Posted November 26, 2017 Thanks guys! I think I will end up opting for a real swimbait rod, would I be able to throw a mattlures soft gills and a big hudd on the 867 or is that just to much of a weight difference? Nice to see another Tulsa guy on here, Would you mind shooting me a friend request on facebook slide action? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Top Ramen Posted November 27, 2017 Report Share Posted November 27, 2017 Dobyns 867 is the most versatile rod I own and at a 30% vet discount would be my choice. For sure. If I could only own one rod, this would be it. drewmoniz, Bass nutz, waynem and 1 other 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Onthefly_25 Posted November 28, 2017 Report Share Posted November 28, 2017 The rest of the guys nailed it for the most part except This rod is actually pretty good. I got it for my buddy for his birthday and he Loves it. Heck! I love it. Biggest bait he's thrown on it is the 9in Osprey. The rod is all graphite in build. It works great with treble hooked baits as well as having the backbone to stick them with jig hooks. It's not a trash rod at all. If you want a dedicated swimbait rod that won't break the bank, Try 13 Fishing's defy black swimbait rod. $80 bucks. When the guys I fish with (they fish Dobyns) tried my 13, they really loved it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bassbass Posted November 28, 2017 Report Share Posted November 28, 2017 Welcome Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
urbanhick Posted November 28, 2017 Report Share Posted November 28, 2017 Thanks guys! I think I will end up opting for a real swimbait rod, would I be able to throw a mattlures soft gills and a big hudd on the 867 or is that just to much of a weight difference? Nice to see another Tulsa guy on here, Would you mind shooting me a friend request on facebook slide action? real prey g2 shiner is the lightest bait I toss with mine. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slideaction Posted November 28, 2017 Report Share Posted November 28, 2017 Casting may vary from person to person. I have been able cast a 5in bullshad on my dobyns 908. However, I was able to do it on a Calcutta 401te with bocas. It also helps to have a trained thumb and being able to dial in on your reels. Are you free around noon each day? Send me a pm and we can probably meet by bass pro pond Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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