Frog Rod Recommendations

SHAFT · Post by **SHAFT** » Sun May 18, 2008 8:34 pm

I am using a Quantum Pt Tour 7' H and I am happy with it but I want a longer handle for better leverage and when I swing to the side on the hook set I pin the handle between my arm and side which hits me right in the ribs when the frog bite is on my side is sore for days. Around 17" from center of the reel seat to end of handle would be prefect , here's the kicker I can't justify spending a lot of money say $100 max . I am not a technical angler give a broom stick and I'm good , what are you guys using as far as length , weight , and action and what brand would you recommend in my price range . Thanks

aNNieNsaLTIE · Post by **aNNieNsaLTIE** » Sun May 18, 2008 8:49 pm

crucial 7'11 flipping stick. that rod will stop them! steven

scott h · Post by **scott h** » Mon May 19, 2008 6:16 pm

check out the Lamiglas 806,That is my favorite all around frog rod but when you hhave to go into the thick stuff I mean really nasty water the lamiglas 797 gets the nod for pure horsepower and get em headed to the boat! good luck tight lines. P.S. The best thing to do is try someone elses rod and try as many diff brands untill you find one that works for you.

Slippy · Post by **Slippy** » Mon May 19, 2008 6:24 pm

tough to find a good frog rod for under 100 bucks.... on that note Crucial 7'2" medium heavy..exceLLent rod.

Gator · Post by **Gator** » Mon May 19, 2008 6:41 pm

For what you are looking for I'd say the Crucial as well.....it's hard to get a quality froggin rod for less than $100. If you wanted to go up in price just a bit, I'd recommend the Dobyn's 736........awesome rod that is great for froggin..........for $189....you can also use it for pitchin and flippin.......let me know if you want to try one out.......

mvanguilder · Post by **mvanguilder** » Mon May 19, 2008 8:20 pm

St. Croix has a slop-n-frog 7' Heavy Fast tournament series rod. www.stcroixrods.com

201Pro · Post by **201Pro** » Mon May 19, 2008 8:47 pm

Best one I've found is the Dobyns 735C ... nice and light and would wreck your arms and shoulders after a days froggin'

Cooch · Post by **Cooch** » Tue May 20, 2008 5:07 am

Although slightly above yer price range, the Fenwick EliteTech Froggin Stik (ECF72H-XF) is an outstanding froggin rod, and it can double up as the perfect pitchin/flippen jig rod too!

SHAFT · Post by **SHAFT** » Tue May 20, 2008 6:54 am

Thanks for all the input guys . Randy

Splash · Post by **Splash** » Tue May 20, 2008 4:50 pm

The 735C is a very durable rod and the best frog rod I've ever used. Of course there are some that want to bash everytime Dobyns are mentioned, whether they know what they're talking about or not! I've been using mine for a year this month and caught at least 3 over 10 on it and mine hasn't broken yet.

rb · Post by rb » Tue May 20, 2008 4:56 pm

I don't post on here just lurk. This is one of the best sites I have found for information. But bashing company's like this is the very reason I don't go to BFHP any more. Thanks for all the good posters on here the swimbait info you put out have been very helpful.

crawdaddy · Post by **crawdaddy** » Tue May 20, 2008 5:38 pm

Not bashing the company, just saying that the rod mentioned I have seen fail 3 times. Just because you support a product does not mean it is perfect as my assessment does not mean it is a faulty product. We should all give true examples of equipment experiences. I have given mine on the 735. That does not mean it is a bad rod I just think it is not well suited for the claim. In my experience this rod is not a good match for heavy braid.

Splash · Post by **Splash** » Tue May 20, 2008 6:14 pm

The rod is a great frog rod and works well with braid.

Brian · Post by **Brian** » Tue May 20, 2008 6:19 pm

SHAFT wrote: , here's the kicker I can't justify spending a lot of money say $100 max .

Why are you guys arguing about Rods that are not even in his budget??????????

Go start your own thread.

longshot · Post by **longshot** » Tue May 20, 2008 6:37 pm

I too broke my Dobyns 735 fishing a frog partially my fault as i was pulling a fish with too much salad with 65lb. braid.
I have no reason to bash and like the Dobyns line of rods but i switched to loomis 874 for my frog applications esp fishing heavy slop.
I like to hear everyones opinion as it gives me info on my next purchase, I have heard good things about the fenwick EliteTech rods also.
Just my .02

Brian · Post by **Brian** » Tue May 20, 2008 6:41 pm

longshot wrote:I too broke my Dobyns 735 fishing a frog partially my fault as i was pulling a fish with too much salad with 65lb. braid.
I have no reason to bash and like the Dobyns line of rods but i switched to loomis 874 for my frog applications esp fishing heavy slop.
I like to hear everyones opinion as it gives me info on my next purchase, I have heard good things about the fenwick EliteTech rods also.
Just my .02

Well if we are going to keep thread jacking, The Loomis MBR844C heavy is about the best frog rod I've used. I did pick up a fenwick elitetech to try out as a flipping rod and it seems to be a nice rod too.

DeltaDan · Post by **DeltaDan** » Tue May 20, 2008 7:02 pm

longshot wrote: I like to hear everyones opinion as it gives me info on my next purchase, I have heard good things about the fenwick EliteTech rods also.

Longshot -- There are MANY upon MANY threads for most and more-so for some more popular rod makers that you are interested in learning about.

My suggestion would be to Use the Search Function here on WesternBass. ~~> http://westernbass.com/forum/search.php
~ Tackle Tour's Review's ~~> http://www.tackletour.com/menurods.html - Their Forums as well ~~> http://www.tackletour.net/TTForums/

And most importantly -- Your Local pro-shop - if available - so you can judge what is best "for you".

Cheers,
Dan

BIG DADDY BLUE RANGER · Tue May 20, 2008 7:19 pm

my choice is a Lami 797.....but if'n ya want low price.... consider a Bass Pro Bionic Blade hvy flippn stick... plus it'll have the slightly longer handle yer lookin for

chris ball · Post by **chris ball** » Wed May 21, 2008 8:17 pm

all the rods mentioned are good ones, but as we speak falcon rods and bobby barrack have teamed up to produce bobbys perfect frog rod , we have been testing this rod for a year now, and its our opinion by far the best frog rod there is bar none!! along with being the best punching rod we have ever used
its 7'10, well balanced and light with the perfect blend of a parabloic bend and plenty of pop to move em!!
you can contact gene at the hook or john at waltons pond and if that doesn't work go to www.falconrods.com and get your hands on one, trust me once you check it out you will never throw a frog or punch with anything else.
see ya on the river
chris ball

big bass beckstrom · Post by **big bass beckstrom** » Wed May 21, 2008 9:06 pm

powell 735

Mike Tuck · Post by **Mike Tuck** » Wed May 21, 2008 9:12 pm

For my $ it's the powell 735. However if you're looking to just frog in the slop, cheese, etc. bump up to the 766.

Mike Tuck

Nick Langlois · Post by **Nick Langlois** » Thu May 22, 2008 3:12 pm

Lamiglas 766 is the only way to go. Check one out. Then try the 7:1 zillion to really snap them out of the grass.
nick

fishermanswarehouse · Post by **fishermanswarehouse** » Thu May 22, 2008 3:42 pm

Check out our custom Fishermans Warehouse G-Loomis Frog Rod:

http://fishermanswarehouse.com/shop/car ... ail&p=2162

g-man · Post by **g-man** » Thu May 22, 2008 4:03 pm

Powell 735

Ridge_Runner20 · Post by **Ridge_Runner20** » Thu May 22, 2008 8:59 pm

Although some guys like the longer rods for froggin' (7' 2"+), my preference is a 7' H, fast action Shimano Clarus. I feel I have better control of the frog with the slightly shorter rod and also find it easier to "walk the frog".

I've caught hundreds of frog fish on this rod using 65# Power Pro and never had one problem. In addition, it's well under $100 ($69 most places) and still has a $15 over-the-counter lifetime guarantee.

Hope this helps.

RR_20

Fishn Fighter · Post by **Fishn Fighter** » Thu May 22, 2008 9:23 pm

g-man wrote:Powell 735

so where can I get this rod for $100.... I am apretty sure that was what he wanted and yet again a thread turns into an infomercial.... jeeeesh

Otay Michael · Post by **Otay Michael** » Fri May 23, 2008 7:52 pm

Came across this one to add to the group:

Team Daiwa Light & Tough Frog Rod - $129.95

http://www.tacklewarehouse.com/descpage ... DLTFR.html

Anyone used it?

Phil · Post by **Phil** » Fri May 23, 2008 8:13 pm

My Dobyn's 734C with Garcia 4600C4 ! Can't get any better than this !

Jigs >>>>>>>>>(retired)

rickd · Post by **rickd** » Fri May 23, 2008 8:15 pm

I have that Daiwa and love it, lightweight and breaks down nice.

If I were to do it again I would buy another Dobyns 766 for a few extra $.

liveSTRONG · Post by **liveSTRONG** » Sun May 25, 2008 12:30 pm

I currently have the Daiwa Light and Tough frog rod, it's alright for the money, but I prefer using the Dobyns 766 for frogs.

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