What action rod is best for crankbaits?

Rod Action vs Power The majority of bass lures are best fished with a fast or extra fast action tip, but crankbaits perform best with a slow or moderate-fast action tip.

What rod and reel does KVD use?

For the greatest tournament angler in the history of our sport, that unique position is a reality. When the 2020 Bass Pro Tour kicks off, the deck of angling legend Kevin VanDam’s Nitro will be fully rigged up with Lew’s rods and reels. Ken Eubanks, CEO of Lew’s Holdings Corp.

What rod does KVD 10XD use?

KVD believes in paying attention to detail, and part of what makes him a successful crankbait fisherman, is his complete cranking system. From Quantum Tour KVD E-Glass Crankin Rods and 5.3:1 Quantum Smoke Reels to the Strike King 10XD Crankbait, fishing line, treble hooks, and electronics.

What rod does KVD use for crankbaits?

The most versatile crankbait rods in VanDam’s rod box are 7-foot medium and 7-foot medium-heavy models. He favors the 7-foot medium for cranking small to medium diving plugs and relies on the medium-heavy action for running lipless crankbaits through grass.

What size rod is best for crankbaits?

Crankbait Rod Length A 7 to 8-foot cranking rod will cast the bigger medium and deep-diving crankbaits much better than a 6′-6” rod will. The longer length allows energy to load up into the rod, making long casts easier. On the other hand, a 6′-6” cranking rod will be a better choice when fishing smaller crankbaits.

Are glass rods better for crankbaits?

Since the glass rod is more flexible, it naturally gives causing the fish to get the bait in his mouth instead of ripping the hooks out. They also improve casting distance due to their slingshot like ability. This allows for further casts and is crucial when throwing larger crankbaits.

Why did KVD switch to Lews?

stated, “We could not be more honored to have Kevin joining the Lew’s team. The impact that Kevin has had on the Strike King brand cannot be overstated and we feel that the knowledge, expertise and respect he brings to the table will be transformational for our entire organization.”

What fishing rod does Kevin VanDam use?

Lew’s Introduces Kevin VanDam Signature Fishing Rods

Lew’s KVD Series Rods
Model	Length	Action
Graphite Casting
LKVDGC1	6’8”	Fast
LKVDGC2	6’10”	Fast

What line does KVD use?

In most situations I throw fluorocarbon. It’s low in stretch, so it increases the sensitivity and is almost invisible to fish. The only thing I use monofilament line for anymore is fishing topwaters because fluoro sinks. I use fluoro probably 80 percent of the time, braid 15 percent, and mono 5 percent of the time.

What rod is best for Chatterbaits?

The best rod length for chatterbait is 7′ to 7’3”. This is the ideal length to balance optimal casting distance and accuracy, and also helps to control big fish close to cover, since it provides enough leverage for this purpose.

What is the best size rod for crankbaits?

Why choose Lew’s KVD composite cranking rods?

Designed by one of the best crankbait anglers of all time and the world’s most dominant tournament angler, Kevin VanDam, the Lew’s KVD Composite Cranking Casting Rods are specifically designed to enhance the performance and hook up ratios of crankbaits.

What are the best cranking casting rods?

Made with a composite blank construction, the Lew’s KVD Composite Cranking Casting Rods deliver parabolic actions that cast crankbaits incredibly long distances to achieve maximum time in the strike zone and maintain constant pressure when fighting fish to increase your landing ratio with treble hooked lures.

Is a CC4 a good medium crank bait rod?

The CC4 is a great Medium crank bait rod for anything around 3/8 oz (fishes and bombs a Bandit 300 series great). The negative: Micro guides, not a huge deal since I’m throwing mostly flouro on these rods, but if your throwing braid to leader, even a tight FG knot will risk snagging and ripping out a guide insert eventually.

Why Lew’s David Fritts perfect crank speed stick casting rods?

The Lew’s David Fritts Perfect Crank Speed Stick Casting Rods were designed by one of the best in the business at throwing crankbaits, David Fritts with all the features he looks for in his rods.