Liked this video and the people who commented after actually understanding that it was about rod size and action… not Megabass rods specifically. Haters should move on !! Good info Randy and keep up the good work. I’ve learned a lot from your channel and especially enjoy the lure modifications.
I still use a few of my old pistol grip berkley lightning rods for in close fishing, I can skip a jig under a dock or overhanging tree with them, and when i set the hook the rod is in close to the center of my chest, the power zone. Also there is nothing like it for walking the dog, and popper fishing. I go to long handle rods for crankbait, spinnerbait, chatterbait, carolina rig, football head jigs. I use spinning rod for finesse, neds, jerkbaits, keep using what feels best to you for making accurate casts. Practice makes perfect.
Thank you for the video. You did a good job. What this also shows is how we need to switch to the CCS system for rod measurements. With the Common Cents System the weight needed to deflect the rod 30% of its length is measured in grams. Once the rod is deflected that 30%, the angle the tip is at is measured. These two measurements give you the Intrinsic Power of the rod and the Angle of Action. This gives a very clear and objective way to measure and compare rods. Instead of MH/Fast, you have a rod that has an IP of 528 grams with an AA of 72 degrees, for an example. That makes it very easy and clear when comparing it to rods from the same or different manufacturer. It is a very simple system. Its not new either. Rod companies would rather have an uneducated consumer so they can sell more rods. Stop buying big company rods from box stores. Buy from a local, custom builder. Youll get a better product for less money usually.
@@c.shoefish I wouldn't have argued a 7'6, depending on the power/action. But making a video saying these are the only 5 rods you need, and listing a 7'11 flipping/swimbait rod for chatterbaits? Yeah, that's ridiculous. And gives some insight on why Randy isn't a successful tourney angler anymore.
About 60% of everything I do is with a medium heavy or medium 7’- 7’2” rod. I use a extra heavy 7’11” for punching mats. I prefer a lighter tip 7’4” heavy for pitching and any other flipping. I do have a 9’ 10 that I use only for float n fly fishing. I like a 6’8 or little shorter moderate action medium heavy for throwing things like prop baits and poppers, square bills and chatter baits, etc around most shallow cover, and I do that quite often. That is pretty much my 5..
Great input randy. Ive found myself in the last year only throwing a specific bait on a specific rod. Its gotten to the point where if the technique isn't ready to cast out without tying a lure on i wouldn't use it. So ive bought two spinning combos and a medium moderate baitcast combo to start throwing hard baits and finesse rigs.
I have St.Croixs and GLoomis , with Shimano Chronarchs MGL right now , but I have never held a megabass rod ,TW does have em but around here they don’t , is the only reason , but they do look very well built , thanks for the specific lengths and action for a specific lure , loved it
I got the Orochi Shakey head spinning rod for like 180 from ALF during the sale. Fit and finish is near perfect honestly, and is super comfortable to fish with. The cork has a lot of filler so u gotta u40 it first thing but besides that i really like it.
I took a gram scale and weighed all my lures, turns out 80% of them are between 3 and 11g (7/64 to 3/8oz) most modern bass rods are about 10g+ one has to look around to find one that can cover most of the range of what I have...
For the cost of the rods you listed you can buy rod building equipment and better components than the rods you have. Additionally, you build them. Ypu don't buy mass produced rods from China that cost a premium.
If you are flipping and pitching you are just throwing lures at visible cover so you don't really need any electronics. I like keeping fishing simple too.
You're right, but I like buying rods, haha. the dopamine hit feels goooood. Also, I like to have multiple of my favorite rods so if one breaks off or I don't want to re-tie. Also, if you have kids or friends you don't want using your high end stuff, it's nice to have cheaper options for them. and sometimes I buy rods if I get a good deal on them. Also depends on a person's style. Some people like throwing jerkbaits on baitcasters. Some people crank a bunch. I like to jerkbait 90% of the time so I have a handful of jerkbait rods. Also the lake(s) you fish factor in too. Some places are heavy on flipping/pitching, some swimbait oriented, some clear smallmouth lakes where spinning tackle is more ideal.
Speaking from the pro's aspect on flipping and pitching, aren't you. Being the fossil that I am, I don't cast aside the old for the shiny new. On any one trip you can find me flipping, pitching, punching and as well. I fish the waters in front of me. Yes I only keep 4-5 rods on the deck, but have another 5-6 in the locker. That's what being a multi species angler is, "ever ready". Most often it's bass but I've been known to switch to walleye or crappie.
Give me a 5 and 1/2 foot medium heavy rod with a zebco 33 on it . The only rig i ever use . Works with jerkbait , crankbait and my texas rig worm . Finesse is my method .
This is why independent rod builders have been pushing for the CCS system. It is the Common Cents System. It uses objective data to rate a rod. It measures the weight needed to deflect a rod 30% of its length. Then once the rod is deflected, the system looks at what angle is the tip at. That information will give you the Intrinsic power in grams and the Angle of Action for the tip in degrees. So instead of a MH Fast action rod, you have a rod with an IP of 528 grams and an Angle of Action of 78 degrees, as an example. This system allows builders to pick a blank to build on and anglers an objective way to compare and shop for a rod. Big companies fight this change or just act like the system doesn't exist because they'll sell more rods the less educated the consumer is.....sad. Buy from a local custom builder. You get a much better rod.
Randy, looking for the spinning rod that you are talking about and could not find a whip snake under the brand that was being shown just looking for they are they called anything else thanks
Its the 6' 10 or 6'11 in the spinning line of the levante or orochi. Click on the rod length l then click where it says " see specifications" and itll show you more
I'll probably be trying a megabass rod next. I have couple of the Shimano Expired B series in spinning & casting. Those are best rods I've personally owned yet. I also have 1 zodias spinning rod that I have been really happy with too but I broke the tip off of it last weekend trying to pull lise a snag. I wasn't even pulling that hard so I was surprised it broke. Definitely won't by anymore of zodias line
I had Kistler Zbones , Heliums , and KLX but broke a bunch and when the second one broke , called Kistler 1 year warranty sucks , I blew the 7 others out on eBay
What are the advantages of a $500 rod over a $50 rod? I’ve had expensive rods break easier than cheap ones. Would be great to see a video about why you get what you pay for with a high end rod (why it’s more than marketing). There are pros & cons.
Other than the breakage (i have no idea if it was manufacturer related or abuse) what differences did you find in the higher priced rods? I've found pretty big differences, but i'm interested in what you found.
Higher end materials such as higher modulus graphite, better scrim material, higher quality resins, more attention to detail in tuning the action, better guides and inserts, better reel seats. In general, these things add up to less mass in the rod, which translates into higher sensitivity and better ergonomics for using them for hours on end. I'm no equipment snob, but there really IS a significant difference, but you get into the area of diminishing returns at some point. A $100 rod usually really is twice as good as a $50 rod, but a $400 rod usually isn't 2x better than a $200 one.
Weight and aesthetics. Durability is effected by the lighter weight. If it's not treated like a $500 investment, it will not be long for this earth. Durability, go ugly stick. Super light, fast action, high end components and flawless aesthetics, go with your high end Megabass or G Loomis, ect. Kind of comes down to the differnce between men and boys is the price of the toys. 😎
More expensive rods are usually way more prone to breaking than cheaper rods because they are made of much more sensitive materials. Really high modulus high quality graphite is more brittle than anything in a typical composite rod. Most pros don’t even use the highest price point rods, even if sponsors make them available. I have a good buddy that is a MLF pro and he had a barn full of Duckett black ice rods last time I was there. He never had any of them in his boat for a tournament. I’m personally a fan of building my own rods because I can really customize them how I want, but I definitely don’t use the highest priced blanks for most things. The components like guide inserts, real seats, handle materials are all important but can drastically drive up the cost of a rod. I use mostly Batson and Phoenix blanks and fugi components. My advice would be to familiarize yourself with the components and process of how rods are built and you will be able to spot the better quality in whatever price range you can afford.
So many winy dudes in these comments. If you can’t buy a 7 foot medium heavy fast megabass just buy a 13 or something. Randy literally gives you all the specs needed to buy a rod. Also can’t believe grown men are complaining about spending $200 on a fishing rod.
In today's economy? 200 is a lot of disposable income for millions of Americans. I'm thankful that I've been able to buy some nice tackle, but a lot of people just can't justify that kind of money.
On that jerk bait rod medium action baitcaster what do you use for line on that out of curiosity.. you said you throw top water and crankbaits.. so I was just curious what line you run on it.. ?
Get a Heavy rod for big swimbaits, A rigs if you like to fish striper etc. Get a MH for all Purpose like jigs, Texas rig, etc. A Medium Light for finesse fishing like Drop shot, Ned rig etc. And if you got extra money, go BFS for pan fishing. That’s all you need.
Hello the very large majority of us anglers don’t have the money for all the different rods and setups 😝 maybe if I was a professional then I would catch more fish
@@Triple87I like Randy, but this is exactly why I tell people I ignore sponsored videos, and sponsored fishing channels. It's just one big commercial trying to get you to buy shit you don't really need. However, he's not selling megabass here, he's just giving advice on applications.
To be fair, Randy's audience is mostly over 40, If I remember hearing him correctly. I would say that most of his audience could "afford" Megabass rods. Now whether or not they would buy them is a entirely different IMO.
Just to clarify for everyone, Medium, light ,heavy etc is the power. Fast, moderate, extra fast etc is action (so many get this confused) Also remember, where you live and fish will dictate what rods you need to focus on, but this is a good starting list and you definitely don't need megabass or anything high end to be successful. Something in the $100 range will be more then sufficient.
People who have a worm rod and a separate jig rod make me laugh. Some people fall for the marketing b.s. Those of us who know better don't. A 7' MH/F casting rod will do 90% of bass fishing perfectly fine. You do NOT need a different rod for every type of lure.
I did change, a couple of years ago, from a heavy to a medium heavy 7’6” rod for pitching. Got better lure control/accuracy and didnt have any issue pulling them out of cover.
@@jimbeavers9723 I use/own exactly 1 heavy power rod, and I use it only for one thing: fishing top water frogs in heavy swamp cover. I use 20lb braid on it for throwing frogs through thin willow limbs, over logs, and into super heavy lilies and stuff.
"Perfectly fine" is an oxymoron. It's either "fine", so it will do if you don't have anything else; or it's "perfect". I agree that a MH/F will be "fine" for half of the techniques out there and you could possibly make it work for more if you're willing to make some major compromises on casting distance and/or accuracy, hookup ratio and land ratio. There are some pretty awesome "do most everything pretty well" rods out there these days, too. All that said, I got rid of most of my MH/F rods. Once you have more than a couple of rods, it makes more sense to have rods that do what you use them for at least "very well" if not "excellently" rather than just "fine". And I typically fish a jig and a worm on different rods. Not usually different actions, just different powers and lengths.
@@helotaxilol! Strange. Fully 75% of my casting rods are MH/F or MH/XF and I haven't had to make "major compromises" in order to catch loads of fish with any of them. The only reason I bring multiple of them is so I don't have to retie to switch lures. I use twin rods to fish a Texas rig on one and a spinner bait on the other.
Folks the people that can't afford all these expensive rods that he's talking about a medium heavy is all you need and it's good spinning rod and maybe a medium light so you can fish lighter stuff love your channel man but a lot of these folks cash to put out for all these rats you got to think and whatever rod catches your fish just stick with that don't go out and blow a lot of money on rods and reels
REALLY? A $500 rod, that’s what you recommend……to SAVE MONEY? 🤦♂️oooooook. Randy love your channel, don’t even mind the product promo stuff, when it’s not the whole content of the video. I completely understand why you, a pro, uses them…..But I’ve got to ask……do you think the majority, or even close to 50% of your followers are buying $500 rods? 🤦♂️thanks for your advice, I guess. But there is no part of my brain that can rationalize spending $500 on ANY rod, 🤦♂️. WOW……this video blows my mind 🤯🤯😞 Hope you get a GOOD kickback, to justify “pitching” $500 rods to your subscribers. Without even offering, at the minimum, mid and lower priced alternatives. I totally get that sales promos are an income stream for you. Maybe a more balanced approach would come across better. With all due respect, Bill
There are enough people out there spending $10k on electronics and $500 on rods that look cool at the ramp. Randy is no dummy. My home lake is a spot people flock to in the winter from all over the country. There’s a lot of “look at me” going on. Meanwhile the locals in Jon boats know how to catch big fish
He's not telling you to buy megabass, he's telling you the kind of rods that you can buy to cut down on the amount of rods you'll need. Yes, he talks about megabass because that's the brand he uses. But if you listen to the details, it's all about the weight and action that you need to cover every scenario with 3 rods.
Just like 25 dollar jerk baits and 10 jigs. Cheaper ones catch fish also Just go fishing and quit listening to all the hype. No one here had caught a fish while watching youtube.
@@randyblaukatintuitive Of course I haven't. I would never waste my time. Telling people to fish a bladed jig on a 7'11 swimbait rod instead of a 7-7'4 rod is hilarious and just goes to show you say goofy stuff on purpose just to get people talking. You have no shame, my man.
@@Twangtown7 check back after you’ve fished professionally for 30 years and won some Bassmaster events. Until then continue being an armchair TH-cam critic
@@randyblaukatintuitive Randy, you expect everyone to agree with your takes? And if they don't, you're right, they're wrong? All because you won some tournaments? How's all your experience from the past 30 years treating you NOW during tournament fishing? Man, you should be mopping the floor with these younger guys!
@@randyblaukatintuitive Also, "medium/heavy action"? That's the power, not the action. You'd think someone with 30 years of tournament fishing would know this.
Liked this video and the people who commented after actually understanding that it was about rod size and action… not Megabass rods specifically. Haters should move on !! Good info Randy and keep up the good work. I’ve learned a lot from your channel and especially enjoy the lure modifications.
I still use a few of my old pistol grip berkley lightning rods for in close fishing, I can skip a jig under a dock or overhanging tree with them, and when i set the hook the rod is in close to the center of my chest, the power zone. Also there is nothing like it for walking the dog, and popper fishing. I go to long handle rods for crankbait, spinnerbait, chatterbait, carolina rig, football head jigs. I use spinning rod for finesse, neds, jerkbaits, keep using what feels best to you for making accurate casts. Practice makes perfect.
Thank you for the video. You did a good job. What this also shows is how we need to switch to the CCS system for rod measurements.
With the Common Cents System the weight needed to deflect the rod 30% of its length is measured in grams. Once the rod is deflected that 30%, the angle the tip is at is measured. These two measurements give you the Intrinsic Power of the rod and the Angle of Action.
This gives a very clear and objective way to measure and compare rods. Instead of MH/Fast, you have a rod that has an IP of 528 grams with an AA of 72 degrees, for an example. That makes it very easy and clear when comparing it to rods from the same or different manufacturer.
It is a very simple system. Its not new either. Rod companies would rather have an uneducated consumer so they can sell more rods.
Stop buying big company rods from box stores. Buy from a local, custom builder. Youll get a better product for less money usually.
Thanks Randy. You are well respected by some of us
He just recommended a 7'11 rod for a chatterbait rod. That's just silly.
@@Twangtown7 I thought that was too. I just started using a 7.6 this year and when it's open water, it works great
@@c.shoefish I wouldn't have argued a 7'6, depending on the power/action. But making a video saying these are the only 5 rods you need, and listing a 7'11 flipping/swimbait rod for chatterbaits? Yeah, that's ridiculous. And gives some insight on why Randy isn't a successful tourney angler anymore.
@@Twangtown7 it's definitely a bit weird. Only thing I'd use a rod that long is DEEP cranking...and I still dont.
I love that MB jerbait special for jerkbaits, and it is good for cranks too. Never used it for walking baits. I’ll change that this year.
About 60% of everything I do is with a medium heavy or medium 7’- 7’2” rod. I use a extra heavy 7’11” for punching mats. I prefer a lighter tip 7’4” heavy for pitching and any other flipping. I do have a 9’ 10 that I use only for float n fly fishing. I like a 6’8 or little shorter moderate action medium heavy for throwing things like prop baits and poppers, square bills and chatter baits, etc around most shallow cover, and I do that quite often. That is pretty much my 5..
Love my setups. Conquer everything I need fishing out here in Ontario.
2x MB Wind Buster / Shimano Exsence 3&4 sz
1x GLoomis NRX+ 852s / Shimano Exsence 4 sz
MB Diablo Spec R (Blackout 1st Gen) / Daiwa Zillion SV TW-SLPW - SLP Works Limited
MB P5 Destroyer Tequila Baccarat / Daiwa Zillion TW HD (SLP Upgrades)
MB Orochii xx Leviathan / Gancraft Mago 003
MB Valkyrie World Expedition VKC-80XXH-4 8' / Shimano Calcutta Conquest MD 401XGLHB
Great input randy. Ive found myself in the last year only throwing a specific bait on a specific rod. Its gotten to the point where if the technique isn't ready to cast out without tying a lure on i wouldn't use it. So ive bought two spinning combos and a medium moderate baitcast combo to start throwing hard baits and finesse rigs.
I think that first rod is the Megabass BMG not BMC.
You'd think he'd know something like that........
I have St.Croixs and GLoomis , with Shimano Chronarchs MGL right now , but I have never held a megabass rod ,TW does have em but around here they don’t , is the only reason , but they do look very well built , thanks for the specific lengths and action for a specific lure , loved it
I got the Orochi Shakey head spinning rod for like 180 from ALF during the sale. Fit and finish is near perfect honestly, and is super comfortable to fish with. The cork has a lot of filler so u gotta u40 it first thing but besides that i really like it.
@@burgermeister3443 thanks
Man, wish you had told me this about twelve rods ago. 😂
I just got the meta cranking series rod 7' 4... And free black out or something....plus Shimano slx xt reel
I do like that flipping and pitching rod , I really like that handle too
I took a gram scale and weighed all my lures, turns out 80% of them are between 3 and 11g (7/64 to 3/8oz) most modern bass rods are about 10g+ one has to look around to find one that can cover most of the range of what I have...
Perfect video for me, and I don’t use mega bass. I will use the tackle warehouse links tho! 😁
I thought that the action was moderate to extra fast and medium or medium heavy was the power or the rod?
I don't plan on buying another zodias. I have been very happy with my Expride B series. But I'm looking at a megabass to replace the broken zodias
For the cost of the rods you listed you can buy rod building equipment and better components than the rods you have. Additionally, you build them. Ypu don't buy mass produced rods from China that cost a premium.
Great video good info I knew I would learn multiple things before I watched it. Thanks Randy
I got Crucis rods from eBay budget rods designed in Japan 🤗
I think a pretty great budget rod is the 13 fishing defy black. They come in all different actions. Best part is they're not that expensive.
In my experience they feel great, but break easily, the guides in particular.
@@benjaminlatta5784 I've not had that experience yet. Fingers crossed
Im a young angler and i love pitchin and flippin, i refuse to use any technology to fish
If you are flipping and pitching you are just throwing lures at visible cover so you don't really need any electronics. I like keeping fishing simple too.
one ultra light
one middium heavy spinning
one middle heavy casting
one surf rod
done
You're right, but I like buying rods, haha. the dopamine hit feels goooood. Also, I like to have multiple of my favorite rods so if one breaks off or I don't want to re-tie. Also, if you have kids or friends you don't want using your high end stuff, it's nice to have cheaper options for them. and sometimes I buy rods if I get a good deal on them. Also depends on a person's style. Some people like throwing jerkbaits on baitcasters. Some people crank a bunch. I like to jerkbait 90% of the time so I have a handful of jerkbait rods. Also the lake(s) you fish factor in too. Some places are heavy on flipping/pitching, some swimbait oriented, some clear smallmouth lakes where spinning tackle is more ideal.
Speaking from the pro's aspect on flipping and pitching, aren't you. Being the fossil that I am, I don't cast aside the old for the shiny new. On any one trip you can find me flipping, pitching, punching and as well. I fish the waters in front of me. Yes I only keep 4-5 rods on the deck, but have another 5-6 in the locker. That's what being a multi species angler is, "ever ready". Most often it's bass but I've been known to switch to walleye or crappie.
He doesn’t mean go out and buy MegaBass, he is talking about the actions of them, the reason he is showing MegaBass is because that’s what he has
Randy, Which rod on the Tackleware house sight is the “whip snake” spinning rod? I dont see that wording in any of the descriptions.
Thanks
Megabass Levante spinning 6’11. Then click “view specifications”
www.tacklewarehouse.com/Megabass_Levante_Spinning_Rods/descpage-MBLSRD.html?from=INTAG
Give me a 5 and 1/2 foot medium heavy rod with a zebco 33 on it . The only rig i ever use . Works with jerkbait , crankbait and my texas rig worm . Finesse is my method .
outstanding helpful video, thanks
Thanks so much your show great
I’ve got all actions needed. Problem is, there’s no standards. MH for dobyns rods is not the same as MH mega bass or loomis or other rods.
This is why independent rod builders have been pushing for the CCS system. It is the Common Cents System. It uses objective data to rate a rod. It measures the weight needed to deflect a rod 30% of its length. Then once the rod is deflected, the system looks at what angle is the tip at.
That information will give you the Intrinsic power in grams and the Angle of Action for the tip in degrees. So instead of a MH Fast action rod, you have a rod with an IP of 528 grams and an Angle of Action of 78 degrees, as an example.
This system allows builders to pick a blank to build on and anglers an objective way to compare and shop for a rod.
Big companies fight this change or just act like the system doesn't exist because they'll sell more rods the less educated the consumer is.....sad. Buy from a local custom builder. You get a much better rod.
Randy, looking for the spinning rod that you are talking about and could not find a whip snake under the brand that was being shown just looking for they are they called anything else thanks
Its the 6' 10 or 6'11 in the spinning line of the levante or orochi. Click on the rod length l then click where it says " see specifications" and itll show you more
I'll probably be trying a megabass rod next. I have couple of the Shimano Expired B series in spinning & casting. Those are best rods I've personally owned yet. I also have 1 zodias spinning rod that I have been really happy with too but I broke the tip off of it last weekend trying to pull lise a snag. I wasn't even pulling that hard so I was surprised it broke. Definitely won't by anymore of zodias line
I had the same thing happen to my Zodias casting rod. 🤬
I had Kistler Zbones , Heliums , and KLX but broke a bunch and when the second one broke , called Kistler 1 year warranty sucks , I blew the 7 others out on eBay
What are the advantages of a $500 rod over a $50 rod? I’ve had expensive rods break easier than cheap ones. Would be great to see a video about why you get what you pay for with a high end rod (why it’s more than marketing). There are pros & cons.
Other than the breakage (i have no idea if it was manufacturer related or abuse) what differences did you find in the higher priced rods? I've found pretty big differences, but i'm interested in what you found.
Higher end materials such as higher modulus graphite, better scrim material, higher quality resins, more attention to detail in tuning the action, better guides and inserts, better reel seats.
In general, these things add up to less mass in the rod, which translates into higher sensitivity and better ergonomics for using them for hours on end.
I'm no equipment snob, but there really IS a significant difference, but you get into the area of diminishing returns at some point. A $100 rod usually really is twice as good as a $50 rod, but a $400 rod usually isn't 2x better than a $200 one.
Weight and aesthetics. Durability is effected by the lighter weight. If it's not treated like a $500 investment, it will not be long for this earth. Durability, go ugly stick. Super light, fast action, high end components and flawless aesthetics, go with your high end Megabass or G Loomis, ect. Kind of comes down to the differnce between men and boys is the price of the toys. 😎
Go pick up a Megabass P5 and a St. Croix MOJO bass and just hold them. You'll know real quick.
More expensive rods are usually way more prone to breaking than cheaper rods because they are made of much more sensitive materials. Really high modulus high quality graphite is more brittle than anything in a typical composite rod. Most pros don’t even use the highest price point rods, even if sponsors make them available. I have a good buddy that is a MLF pro and he had a barn full of Duckett black ice rods last time I was there. He never had any of them in his boat for a tournament. I’m personally a fan of building my own rods because I can really customize them how I want, but I definitely don’t use the highest priced blanks for most things. The components like guide inserts, real seats, handle materials are all important but can drastically drive up the cost of a rod. I use mostly Batson and Phoenix blanks and fugi components. My advice would be to familiarize yourself with the components and process of how rods are built and you will be able to spot the better quality in whatever price range you can afford.
What line u throwing on your jerkait special when your throwing topwater
Mono
So many winy dudes in these comments. If you can’t buy a 7 foot medium heavy fast megabass just buy a 13 or something. Randy literally gives you all the specs needed to buy a rod. Also can’t believe grown men are complaining about spending $200 on a fishing rod.
In today's economy? 200 is a lot of disposable income for millions of Americans. I'm thankful that I've been able to buy some nice tackle, but a lot of people just can't justify that kind of money.
Carolina Rig rod?
great video. What line do you use on the whipsnake. I saw your video recomding the rod and got one. I was thinking 6# fluoro?
6-8 seaguar invixz
On that jerk bait rod medium action baitcaster what do you use for line on that out of curiosity.. you said you throw top water and crankbaits.. so I was just curious what line you run on it.. ?
If you're trying to cover everything with one type of mainline, braid or braid to a long leader would be best IMO.
A 6'10-11" medium spinning is all you need for any bass fishing. Except for large swim baits.
Now make a video on: stop wasting your money on jerk baits you don’t need!
Get a Heavy rod for big swimbaits, A rigs if you like to fish striper etc. Get a MH for all
Purpose like jigs, Texas rig, etc. A Medium Light for finesse fishing like Drop shot, Ned rig etc. And if you got extra money, go BFS for pan fishing. That’s all you need.
Don’t tell me what to do Randy! lol
Some of us already have like 18 technique specific rods
Hello the very large majority of us anglers don’t have the money for all the different rods and setups 😝 maybe if I was a professional then I would catch more fish
Wrong, I need a bottom contact rod for skirted jigs, one for ned jigs, one for ball head jigs, one for texas rig, and one for Tokyo rig
Randy remember that most of us cannot afford a lot of these rods that you're promoting. Love the videos but remember who your audience is
Honestly, just go get a decent 7' MH/F rod and go fishing.
The fish don't care that you used the "wrong rod" to catch them with.
This is what happens when you’re tied up in sponsorships. He has no choice.
@@Triple87I like Randy, but this is exactly why I tell people I ignore sponsored videos, and sponsored fishing channels.
It's just one big commercial trying to get you to buy shit you don't really need.
However, he's not selling megabass here, he's just giving advice on applications.
To be fair, Randy's audience is mostly over 40, If I remember hearing him correctly. I would say that most of his audience could "afford" Megabass rods. Now whether or not they would buy them is a entirely different IMO.
Aren’t they only $200?
Just to clarify for everyone, Medium, light ,heavy etc is the power. Fast, moderate, extra fast etc is action (so many get this confused) Also remember, where you live and fish will dictate what rods you need to focus on, but this is a good starting list and you definitely don't need megabass or anything high end to be successful. Something in the $100 range will be more then sufficient.
Honestly ur making me want to get on eBay and sell all my rods and get these , seriously
Someone tell Randy the difference between action and power.
You got it now?
First video not complaining about sonar? Kistler rods are the ticket.
I just looked up the mega bass spinning rods and they start at 199 and go up to 499. That's insane. Go buy an ugly stick and save yourself some money.
Those are $250+ rods. I can’t afford those
I really need 25 rods in my boat
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Him: Don't buy rods you don't need.
Proceeds to say you need 10 different rods.
Me: Uses one rod for everything.
I throw everything from a ned rig to a 8 ounce glide bait. I wish they made one rod for all of that lol
To bad this was just a Megabass advertisement
not everyone can afford a megabass rod
People who have a worm rod and a separate jig rod make me laugh.
Some people fall for the marketing b.s. Those of us who know better don't.
A 7' MH/F casting rod will do 90% of bass fishing perfectly fine. You do NOT need a different rod for every type of lure.
I did change, a couple of years ago, from a heavy to a medium heavy 7’6” rod for pitching. Got better lure control/accuracy and didnt have any issue pulling them out of cover.
@@jimbeavers9723 I use/own exactly 1 heavy power rod, and I use it only for one thing: fishing top water frogs in heavy swamp cover.
I use 20lb braid on it for throwing frogs through thin willow limbs, over logs, and into super heavy lilies and stuff.
"Perfectly fine" is an oxymoron. It's either "fine", so it will do if you don't have anything else; or it's "perfect". I agree that a MH/F will be "fine" for half of the techniques out there and you could possibly make it work for more if you're willing to make some major compromises on casting distance and/or accuracy, hookup ratio and land ratio. There are some pretty awesome "do most everything pretty well" rods out there these days, too. All that said, I got rid of most of my MH/F rods. Once you have more than a couple of rods, it makes more sense to have rods that do what you use them for at least "very well" if not "excellently" rather than just "fine".
And I typically fish a jig and a worm on different rods. Not usually different actions, just different powers and lengths.
@@helotaxilol! Strange. Fully 75% of my casting rods are MH/F or MH/XF and I haven't had to make "major compromises" in order to catch loads of fish with any of them.
The only reason I bring multiple of them is so I don't have to retie to switch lures.
I use twin rods to fish a Texas rig on one and a spinner bait on the other.
Folks the people that can't afford all these expensive rods that he's talking about a medium heavy is all you need and it's good spinning rod and maybe a medium light so you can fish lighter stuff love your channel man but a lot of these folks cash to put out for all these rats you got to think and whatever rod catches your fish just stick with that don't go out and blow a lot of money on rods and reels
Yeah all we need is the mega bass stuff that your paid to promote right ?
Also, you say the AKLYS is 7'11 and a MH. It's actually 7'10 and an XH. Holy shit Randy. And you're sponsored by Megabass??? 🤣🤣🤣
Randy, cat got your tongue?
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Buy a Megaass and waste your money. Quote me.
REALLY? A $500 rod, that’s what you recommend……to SAVE MONEY? 🤦♂️oooooook. Randy love your channel, don’t even mind the product promo stuff, when it’s not the whole content of the video.
I completely understand why you, a pro, uses them…..But I’ve got to ask……do you think the majority, or even close to 50% of your followers are buying $500 rods? 🤦♂️thanks for your advice, I guess. But there is no part of my brain that can rationalize spending $500 on ANY rod, 🤦♂️. WOW……this video blows my mind 🤯🤯😞 Hope you get a GOOD kickback, to justify “pitching” $500 rods to your subscribers. Without even offering, at the minimum, mid and lower priced alternatives. I totally get that sales promos are an income stream for you. Maybe a more balanced approach would come across better.
With all due respect,
Bill
There are enough people out there spending $10k on electronics and $500 on rods that look cool at the ramp. Randy is no dummy.
My home lake is a spot people flock to in the winter from all over the country. There’s a lot of “look at me” going on. Meanwhile the locals in Jon boats know how to catch big fish
That is only one model they make. They also have rods starting below $200. It’s all about what anglers prefer.
He's not telling you to buy megabass, he's telling you the kind of rods that you can buy to cut down on the amount of rods you'll need. Yes, he talks about megabass because that's the brand he uses. But if you listen to the details, it's all about the weight and action that you need to cover every scenario with 3 rods.
Just like 25 dollar jerk baits and 10 jigs. Cheaper ones catch fish also
Just go fishing and quit listening to all the hype. No one here had caught a fish while watching youtube.
7'11 rod for Chatterbaits??? Same rod you use for 8" swimbaits. And you wonder why people don't listen to your fishing tips. 🤣
Obviously you haven’t tried it
@@randyblaukatintuitive Of course I haven't. I would never waste my time. Telling people to fish a bladed jig on a 7'11 swimbait rod instead of a 7-7'4 rod is hilarious and just goes to show you say goofy stuff on purpose just to get people talking. You have no shame, my man.
@@Twangtown7 check back after you’ve fished professionally for 30 years and won some Bassmaster events. Until then continue being an armchair TH-cam critic
@@randyblaukatintuitive Randy, you expect everyone to agree with your takes? And if they don't, you're right, they're wrong? All because you won some tournaments? How's all your experience from the past 30 years treating you NOW during tournament fishing? Man, you should be mopping the floor with these younger guys!
@@randyblaukatintuitive Also, "medium/heavy action"? That's the power, not the action. You'd think someone with 30 years of tournament fishing would know this.
If you’re going to promote a rod…at least get the model name right….jesus lol.