Hello everybody,

I am looking for a blank suitable for lure weights up to 13g (spoons) and slightly bigger minnows between 7cm - 9cm. For trout fishing I generally prefer slightly softer rods, specially under load I like a nice
parabolic action. I am totally fine with medium-fast or fast rated rods though, as long as the work nicely under load.
So far I've selected the following blanks based on what I could read on similar topics, the problem is mainly that most trout rods use lighter blanks, so I am a bit worried that higher rated blanks might be a bit too
stiff/strong. Further I am not sure how accurate these blanks are specified, will a blank rated up to 14g like the TR78 provide sufficient power to conveniently use 13g spoons without having to worry about the rod when
full casting? I am using a Yamaga Blanks Lupus 71 at the moment which is rated from 3-12g and 10g spoons are the max. I'd use without worries.

Suzuki RXF 762 12lb
Matagi T-Russell TR78 Super Nimble Minnow
CTS Air EA804-2
Fishing Arts Blaas F SLF7610-2N or Blaas M SLM7612-2N

If somebody has experience with any of these specific blanks and could share his thoughts I'd much appreciate it. Also if somebody would have another suggestions, I am of course open to it too!

Thank you,
Andreas

I really like the AT Matrix Steelhead blank. While only rated at 4-8lb line, it will handle lures or bait from 3/8oz to 1oz (10 grams to 28 grams) The description indicates a "Fast" action, but I have found it to be much softer and parabolic than your typical fast action blank, and it loads really well along its entire length. So well in fact that I have built Kokanee Downrigger rods with it! While it is a little longer (9'6") and a 2-piece blank, it may well be just what you're looking for!



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Andreas,
I also appreciate a full flexing rod to increase my Fish Fighting Fun Factor for trout. I have discovered that FG is my preference and a vintage NOS Conolon blank utilizing modern components puts the experience over-the-top. Fast - Med Fast action but still bend nicely to the butt, within your lure weight, 6 -7ft, absolutely gorgeous dark brown weave pattern with a coat of PG, and you will be fishing a part of history. I have 3 or 4 models in stock which would suit your purpose very well. Email me if interested further.

Mark Talmo
FISHING IS NOT AN ESCAPE FROM LIFE BUT RATHER A DEEPER IMMERSION INTO IT!!! BUILDING YOUR OWN SIMPLY ENHANCES THE EXPERIENCE.

Get with Rodhouse France to the left, they carry some of your choices and know their product lines well. Croatian trout are a bit out of some of my experience.