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Hey everyone

I'm looking to build my first combo and I've had the chance to play with some reels at the store.

I think I've landed on the Shimano SLX for it's size, price, and feel. Although, the Fuego is a close second.

My question for you all is: what rod suggestions for you all have for a Crankbait rod? I've read a medium taper or less is critical for hook sets and I've read different things about length (but it seems 7' is standard). A coworker recommended a Carrot Stick pro rod but I'm not sure I want to spend 120+ on the rod.

Thanks for your help!

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by xerxes95

Ben Bragg Loc: Dayton Ohio

I think I’d buy just about any other rod.
I hated the first carrot stick I tried and haven’t heard much in the way of positive reviews since.
Moderate taper is pretty good for cranks although both my dedicated deep crank rods are fast taper. Drag is critical
If I were in your shoes , I’d get the SLX and spend $100 on a Shimano Exage medium heavy 7-6 fast.
Exage is a really good stick for the money. Fishes over its price point.
And it will handle a wide range of techniques