I picked up a 6 foot light, fast action to throw 1/16 ounce jigs for inland walleye, it's extremely light , sensitive , and has great backbone , for my needs....I just ordered a 6.'- 6...for the same purpose
I know this is an old video, but did you ever have the reel seat become loose on this rod? A few reviews are saying this and I'm hesitant to buy but really like the looks of it and it sounds like a great value!
I just always make a habit of always checking my reels on all my rods. I’ve had reels get loose on every rod I’ve ever owned. So to answer your question, yes, I’ve had my reel get loose and I just retighten it.
Mine had a broken reel seat, it wouldn't tighten down fully, almost like the threads didn't line up. hoping Tackle warehouse will be nice about the return.
This 7MH is exactly the model I was looking at to add as a jig rod to my currently lineup of Aird-X rods (66M fluke/weightless Texas, 7MH swim jig, 7H frog). I do have a few questions you might be able to help with. I’ve heard those small guides give problems when fishing braid to leader, do you have any comments about that? Do you feel the MH loads up adequately to keep fish from throwing your jig? Also, what weights/styles of jig do you throw with this rod, and are there any that you’d avoid (too stiff for 1/4oz jigs, too soft for 3/4oz football, etc.) Thanks for the informative video!
So I use 30lbs braid and use a uni to uni (barrel knot) to connect a 20lbs flouro leader. The guides are fine. They aren’t delicate micro guides like you see on Ducketts. I feel the 7mh is perfect for the 3/8-1/2 oz jigs. It might be a bit stiff for a 1/4 unless you opted for a big trailer to add weight. I have other rods I prefer for heavier jigs. The jig I always throw is a 1/2oz Riot Minima with a Tantrum trailer. It’s a compact tungsten mini jig that skips well, has a great hook and I have a ton of confidence in. I hope that helps.
I have almost the exact story. I just got my second one bc they are on sale for Father’s Day. This one out performs most of my rods. You should also check out their aird-x. They are more limber and are excellent cranking rods. I use this particular rod for frogging and pitching/flipping. I have a feeling the prices will be increasing soon bc the ratings are very high around the board
I typically use 7’ or less on spinning rods simply because a shorter rod is typically more accurate and I fish a lot of docks. I also found that they work better for shoreline fishing because sometimes tree limbs and other obstructions can limit your casting area.
It depends what kind of vegetation you are dealing with, but since I would think it would be if you are intending on using it as a frog rod too. Frogs have thick hooks and having some extra backbone when setting the hook won’t hurt.
@@peanutbutter8859 I didn’t. I got a 7’ medium heavy for accurate casting and flipping jigs around docks but I found it to be a general work horse for many applications. I have not tried the heavy action version but I suspect it would be great for flipping grass and frogging. The blank is incredible for the price point
Thanks for the info Matt! How is the spinning version because i am in the market for a couple (text me) ? Thanks for the MADE IN PICTURE AS WELL! Miss Ya!
Sorry I missed this. I like the spinning rod version but less. It’s a great rod but I’m particular about my handles and the layout of the cork doesn’t line up quite right.
I picked up a 6 foot light, fast action to throw 1/16 ounce jigs for inland walleye, it's extremely light , sensitive , and has great backbone , for my needs....I just ordered a 6.'- 6...for the same purpose
I like fishing texas rigs and top water lures, do you think a 7’3 medium heavy fast action is a good idea?
I know this is an old video, but did you ever have the reel seat become loose on this rod? A few reviews are saying this and I'm hesitant to buy but really like the looks of it and it sounds like a great value!
I just always make a habit of always checking my reels on all my rods. I’ve had reels get loose on every rod I’ve ever owned. So to answer your question, yes, I’ve had my reel get loose and I just retighten it.
Mine had a broken reel seat, it wouldn't tighten down fully, almost like the threads didn't line up. hoping Tackle warehouse will be nice about the return.
That’s not good to hear
see diawa's warrenty, 1 year, I just had my second rod replaced by them.
This 7MH is exactly the model I was looking at to add as a jig rod to my currently lineup of Aird-X rods (66M fluke/weightless Texas, 7MH swim jig, 7H frog).
I do have a few questions you might be able to help with. I’ve heard those small guides give problems when fishing braid to leader, do you have any comments about that? Do you feel the MH loads up adequately to keep fish from throwing your jig? Also, what weights/styles of jig do you throw with this rod, and are there any that you’d avoid (too stiff for 1/4oz jigs, too soft for 3/4oz football, etc.)
Thanks for the informative video!
So I use 30lbs braid and use a uni to uni (barrel knot) to connect a 20lbs flouro leader. The guides are fine. They aren’t delicate micro guides like you see on Ducketts. I feel the 7mh is perfect for the 3/8-1/2 oz jigs. It might be a bit stiff for a 1/4 unless you opted for a big trailer to add weight. I have other rods I prefer for heavier jigs. The jig I always throw is a 1/2oz Riot Minima with a Tantrum trailer. It’s a compact tungsten mini jig that skips well, has a great hook and I have a ton of confidence in. I hope that helps.
@@MattStarkFishing That helps immensely, thank you. Sounds like this is exactly what I’ve been looking for.
I own 3 Procyon spinning rods
I have almost the exact story. I just got my second one bc they are on sale for Father’s Day. This one out performs most of my rods. You should also check out their aird-x. They are more limber and are excellent cranking rods. I use this particular rod for frogging and pitching/flipping. I have a feeling the prices will be increasing soon bc the ratings are very high around the board
Thanks for the recommendation. I’ll definitely check them out.
@@MattStarkFishing I just realized I spelled it wrong. It’s the aird-x
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Should I get the 7 foot or the 7’3 for a everything rod ?
I typically use 7’ or less on spinning rods simply because a shorter rod is typically more accurate and I fish a lot of docks. I also found that they work better for shoreline fishing because sometimes tree limbs and other obstructions can limit your casting area.
I am looking for a new flipping and pitching and frog rod do you think the heavy would be better than the medium heavy?
It depends what kind of vegetation you are dealing with, but since I would think it would be if you are intending on using it as a frog rod too. Frogs have thick hooks and having some extra backbone when setting the hook won’t hurt.
Did you get this for frogs and flipping in the heavy If so how well has it been?
@@peanutbutter8859 I didn’t. I got a 7’ medium heavy for accurate casting and flipping jigs around docks but I found it to be a general work horse for many applications. I have not tried the heavy action version but I suspect it would be great for flipping grass and frogging. The blank is incredible for the price point
Thanks for the info Matt! How is the spinning version because i am in the market for a couple (text me) ? Thanks for the MADE IN PICTURE AS WELL! Miss Ya!
Sorry I missed this. I like the spinning rod version but less. It’s a great rod but I’m particular about my handles and the layout of the cork doesn’t line up quite right.