If You Could Only Pick One...How To Choose A Good All-Around Walleye Rod

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3 ай бұрын

Scroll DOWN for product links! Does the perfect do-it-all walleye rod really exist? The answer is, of course, no. There are too many techniques that work well for walleyes to cover them all with one rod, however, there IS one rod that does a pretty good job of covering as many as possible and that's what I'm breaking down in this video.
Links:
Combo Option 1. (Under $200)
St. Croix Bass-X Series 6’10” MLXF:
amzn.to/3xbAYr1 125.00
Pflueger President 2500 Reel: amzn.to/3IQLJBD 69.00
Combo Option 2. (Under $300)
St Croix Victory Series 6’10” MLXF: app.rockporch.com/prdlink/epg... 190.00
Diawa Exceler 2500 Reel: amzn.to/3VyswfK 99.00
Combo Option 3. (Under $600)
St. Croix Legend Elite 6’10” MLXF: app.rockporch.com/prdlink/Rai...
450.00
Diawa Procyon 2500 Reel: amzn.to/3vwYo9F 145.00

Пікірлер: 49

@AbBowhunter 3 ай бұрын

I definitely agree with your rod length suggestion. My main go to is a fenwick elite tech walleye 6’9” ML XF. I’ve got a few at croix rods in shorter and longer lengths also, love them too.

@calebwistad 3 ай бұрын

Right on!

@mikedurand8286 3 ай бұрын

Another excellent video. I appreciate the details and useful information you provide. I plan to expand my gear selections with the links you recommend in your videos. Please include topics covering trout and panfish. Keep up the good work.

@calebwistad 3 ай бұрын

Awesome! Thanks! I will definitely try to do some more videos like this one.

@wyldstallyn2016 3 ай бұрын

good one! Im definitely interested in seeing more ideal setup videos for different species.

@calebwistad 3 ай бұрын

Thanks! I’ll see what I can do!

@joshlampe3458 3 ай бұрын

My favorite is my 6'10" legend x in ML XF, but since I most kayak and bank fish I use a lot of mediums, medium heavies, and heavies. For vertical jigging just like you said, you cannot beat a ML extra fast. Great video!

@calebwistad 3 ай бұрын

Thank you! 🙏

@codybertram6122 3 ай бұрын

So many people say you want medium action for walleye but I personally like medium lite better. I can even go down to panfish with it honestly. I had a 7’ eyecon ML live bait rigging spinning rod and the tip broke off about three inches and I glued the eyelet back on and it’s the perfect river bank jig rod. The tip is just right now.

@calebwistad 3 ай бұрын

Nice!

@RussW. 3 ай бұрын

Great video! I came from Oregon a few years ago, so still learning to fish fresh water. I agree on longer rods, i think you get much better control of your fish and for me from a kayak, longer rods make it much easier to net bigger fish. A rod/reel breakdown video would be awesome to see! Tight lines!

@calebwistad 3 ай бұрын

Sounds good. I’ll see what I can do!

@RussW. 3 ай бұрын

@@calebwistad either way, I'll be watching the next video. Thx for putting out the great content. 🍻

@stevenherriges4296 2 ай бұрын

Great insight. Super useful as I build my walleye gear.

@calebwistad 2 ай бұрын

Thanks! Glad you found it helpful!

@joshbartoszuk9563 3 ай бұрын

This was great. Thank you from a new angler. This is very helpful. Yes for a panfish video.

@calebwistad 3 ай бұрын

Thanks and I’ll see what I can do!

@wayne-oo 3 ай бұрын

If I had $500 to spend on a rod I’d buy 2 - $250 rods !!

@calebwistad 3 ай бұрын

I might even buy 4 - $125 rods!

@marksheakley602 28 күн бұрын

Great video Caleb...keep them coming! I go on annual walleye fly-in fishing trips in northern Canada and usually take rods that come apart for the bush plane ride, but I am having trouble finding your setup in the 2-piece variety. Would you happen to have any suggestions?

@calebwistad 28 күн бұрын

Thanks! I would go with the St Croix Avid series 2 piece rods. They have a 6’ 8” medium x-fast that would probably be a great rod for what you are doing, especially with bigger walleyes and possibly a pike or two. If you wanted to go lighter they also have a 6’ 6” Medium Light Fast that’s good as well. I’ll leave a link here. amzn.to/4euYDUE

@zveryok1 Ай бұрын

I would also highly recommend G.Loomis NRX+ NRR 6'10 XF rod. Ultra sensitive, light and with a ton of power. You can catch whatever will bite on it. Bass, walleye, pike. You name it, it'll catch it.

@calebwistad Ай бұрын

Yes, that’s got pretty much the same action, power and length as the one I describe in this video.

@fredd1666 3 ай бұрын

Great video! Would like to see Panfish and trout ones as well.

@calebwistad 3 ай бұрын

Thanks! I’ll see what I can do.

@sha6mm 3 ай бұрын

I think it depends on where you fish ! Canada and USA lakes ML Extra Fast and smaller rivers, Missouri and Mississippi River a Medium Fast is awesome. Rod length casting 7ft and Vertical Jigging 5’6’’to 6’6’’ max is better. Line Braid is awesome for sensitively. While I was on the FC for leaders I am switching over to Mono why, SaltStrong KZfaq has proven it is much more abrasion resistance and the visibility difference in minimal if at all. Rod Brands I like St Croix Legend Bass as I have 2 and 1 Avid, I have 2 Shamino Expride B and a Tactical Jigging Special. Reels Shamino and Diawa are my Favorites. Just FYI My Best Friend uses rods under $ 100 and he beats Me as he fishes more and talent beats technology.

@calebwistad 3 ай бұрын

I’ve been using mono more than I used to for leaders as well. And yes, talent beats technology any day, but put a great rod in the hands of a great angler and there is definitely a difference!

@JoshPiland 3 ай бұрын

Dang it Caleb, you caught me with your thumbnail! 🎣 …fisherman on. #CatchAndRelease

@calebwistad 3 ай бұрын

Haha, thumbnail game on point! 😆

@Moondog9322 3 ай бұрын

Going on my first Detroit River trip this spring. I'm set for rod/reel set up, but I have a question about tackle. Do you suggest a small swivel between the braid and fluro? Or is it ok to use a snap swivel at the jig? Do you tie directly to the jig? Much appreciated. Liked and subbed.

@calebwistad 3 ай бұрын

I only suggest a small swivel for line to line connections if you don’t have confidence in a good line to line knot. Learn to tie the Alberto, FG or Double Uni knot and tie a 6’ -8’ length of leader on if possible. I typically tie direct to the jig.

@Moondog9322 3 ай бұрын

@@calebwistad Understood. How do you avoid line twists, especially in the DR current?

@bradwhitney4017 24 күн бұрын

I noticed that you used a spinning reel setup in your video. Do you use baitcaster setups for walleyes? Seems like everyone is using a baitcaster nowadays. Do you have a preference between the two? Thanks

@calebwistad 23 күн бұрын

The only baitcaster I typically use for walleyes is my St Croix Mojo jerkbait rod. Most finesse situations are better suited to spinning tackle.

@bigpapi9392 Ай бұрын

I’m looking for a rod and reel setup for walleye that I could cast and troll with in shallower depths like anywhere from 6-15’. Thank you!

@calebwistad Ай бұрын

Any of the rods linked in the description should work well for that!

@a234633 Ай бұрын

So what is more important a good rod or a good reel ?I was thinking do the st.croix rod and get a kast king Brutus reel any

@calebwistad Ай бұрын

A good rod is more important than a good reel. Even if you have a so-so drag you can always back-reel on a big fish.

@a234633 Ай бұрын

@@calebwistad thanks for the reply.

@zveryok1 Ай бұрын

Bought two 7 foot medium light walleye legend tournament rods for 300 bucks combined. Shipped and delivered. Deal of the century 😊

@calebwistad Ай бұрын

That’s a steal!

@zveryok1 Ай бұрын

@@calebwistadOh yes. These are incredible.

@loganoutdoors9730 3 ай бұрын

One day I’ll upgrade my uglystiks, I just need to stop buying ice fishing stuff first

@calebwistad 3 ай бұрын

Lol

@muddyriverdogz 8 күн бұрын

Its not that complicated. Just a good stong 7 footer will catch every walleye that gets the bait in its mouth.

@calebwistad 8 күн бұрын

So a 7’ extra heavy casting rod should catch every walleye that bites then, right?

@muddyriverdogz 7 күн бұрын

@@calebwistad Works for me

@mybastardways3329 3 ай бұрын

my favorite rod for walleye is a 13 fishing omen black with the full cork handle in the 6'7" medium light. i got it for $50 on clearence at my local fleet farm.

@calebwistad 3 ай бұрын

That’s a great rod!