Topwater rod suggestion

[alandis311]

I want to buy a topwater rod but I am trying to get one that will best suit the need. I was thinking 6'9"-7' in length, medium power and medium action. I don't want anything with too much stiffness but enough to make it easy to work the baits. I don't need a sensitive rod obviously. I can't decide between a medium or med-heavy power. I just want something that will sling any topwater bait a mile and provide plenty of give when a fish blows up on it. I am a big fan of Kistler so that's where I am looking first.

[moganred]

You want a 7' M inshore rod... believe it or not the action is a lot slower and you can launch a Lucky Craft Sammy about 65-70 yds with no wind. It has enough to get a great hook set with out being to stiff and ripping the mouth of the fish. Even very soft mouths like speckled trout donít get key holed. I have caught everything from a 6 lb bass to a 47 lb red on this rod. The only thing I would especially recommend it a reel with plenty of capacity for those long cast.

[Bryan S]

The Helium LTA APC 6'9" is MH is prue for topwater and just about anything else. It all personal preference but I found it works real solid with a lot of feel and give. Good fishing

God Bless

[pool4pro]

Mg 7' composite. Can't beat this rod for walking the dog and similar presentations. From small to large baits, this rod is amazing. I originally bought this rod for crank baits but after I found out how well it fishes topwaters I use nothing else. Very soft action, but I haven't had any problems muscleing fish.

[D.R.]

I have to agree with Bryan. I have 2 of the 69APC's and use one just for topwater.

D.R.

[teambass]

Hello,

Great advice so far.You need to consider what type of topwater fishing that you will primarily be using the rod for. For most "action baits" (poppers,spooks,splashtails), you need a rod with a good tip to impart the proper action but, enough give to prevent ripping out the trebles. I would recommend either the 6'6" or 7' crankbait special. I also really like the 6' med pistol grip rod for "walking the dog". I hope that this helps.


Good fishing,


Demetrius