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Blank suggestions for throwing Doc's Goofy jigs/Pompano jigs
Posted by:
Tyler Reinert
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Date: December 02, 2021 10:41PM
I'm looking to build a new rod for jigging pompano. Jigs range from 1/4 to 1/2 oz. I'll mainly be throwing 3/8 and 1/2oz but I'd like to be able to cast a decent distance with a lighter jig when needed. When I work the jig I use sharp pops to snap the jig off the sand and that seems to be the most effective action. So I'd like something that loads up quickly and imparts action on the jig without absorbing the energy. Also I jig from boats and jetties so 7-7'6 would be best seeing as longer rods become unwieldy when trying to net fish. Re: Blank suggestions for throwing Doc's Goofy jigs/Pompano jigs
Posted by:
Spencer Phipps
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Date: December 04, 2021 03:40AM
I really like the G Loomis GWR901S for your needs, and Lamiglas made the LP904, it was a popular rod down south, faster than many popping blanks. Todd Vivian who was the designer for Lamiglas some years ago now works at Mudhole, since he liked the LP904 so much I bet they also have a great blank in their MHX line up, maybe you can get a heads up from them. Edited 1 time(s). Last edit at 12/04/2021 03:49AM by Spencer Phipps. Re: Blank suggestions for throwing Doc's Goofy jigs/Pompano jigs
Posted by:
Tyler Reinert
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Date: December 04, 2021 08:25PM
Thank you for the suggestions! I'll ask the guys at MH as well next time I'm there. I built a rod off a $15 clearance blank from MH that works great but I have no idea what brand or model it is. Hopefully I can find the blanks you mentioned. Re: Blank suggestions for throwing Doc's Goofy jigs/Pompano jigs
Posted by:
Chris Scott
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Date: December 04, 2021 10:06PM
Rodgeeks Carbon 2 Inshore Series C2SW70MLF or C2SW70MLM depending on your preference for moderate or fast action.
I’ve built both for Goofy Jigs and they perform as well as SCIV or SCV blanks. Re: Blank suggestions for throwing Doc's Goofy jigs/Pompano jigs
Posted by:
Jason Franqui
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Date: December 10, 2021 12:59PM
The American Tackle Bushido Mag bass would be a great option. The blanks has a fast action and are very sturdy the 7'3 8-15lbs with a set of microwave guide would be a great setup. Re: Blank suggestions for throwing Doc's Goofy jigs/Pompano jigs
Posted by:
Tyler Reinert
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Date: December 14, 2021 12:04PM
Thank you for the responses. I'm going to go to MH soon and will look at what they have in stock I built a Bushido years ago and have been really happy with it and my friend and I just built a Bushido 8'11 Snook rod and we're impressed with the blank. If they don't have the Mag Bass in stock I'll try a rod geeks blank. Re: Blank suggestions for throwing Doc's Goofy jigs/Pompano jigs
Posted by:
Josh Hopkins
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Date: December 28, 2021 03:05PM
Stryker's SM795 or SM794 built for twitching jigs in that weight range. They have a fast tip and are built to control fish in tight areas and make accurate casts around structure.
www.strykerrods.us SM795 5.5 0.57 2.65 8-17lb 1/4-1oz fast medium 7'9" Sorry, only registered users may post in this forum.
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