I have put together the Top 6 Ultra Light Spinning Rods for Every Budget. You need to choose the one that is perfect for you and you can afford. They all have different features and specs. There are many great ultra light spinning rods from brands like G Loomis, Fenwick, Shimano, Lamiglas, Daiwa, Quantum, etc. So, What are the best ultra light spinning rods? Just pair it with a high quality spinning reel and some nice non stretch line. Now that is what I call a perfect ultra light fishing rod. This is just in case I hook into the fish of a lifetime. I like to use a non stretch line for extra sensitivity.Ħ) Strong - I know that an UL rod is not meant to be too strong, but I still prefer it to have a little back bone. Note: The fishing rod is not the only aspect of sensitivity, the fishing line makes a big difference here. I like to feel every tic and bump at the end of the line. This is the most important factor for me. This means the rod is more sensitive and has more hook setting power.ĥ) Sensitive - Rod sensitivity is based on some of the qualities mentioned above like: Lightness, Balance, and Action. This is why I prefer a medium to a fast action rod. When you whip the rod it should be able to slice the air with little friction.Ĥ) Medium to Fast Action - The last thing I need in an ultralight rod is for it to be "soft". Once again, This makes the rod easier to handle, increasing hook ups and sensitivity.ģ) Thin - I prefer the rod to be as thin as possible, this includes the guides. Also, decreases fatigue from casting all day.Ģ) Balanced - With the reel in the reel seat, you should be able to horizontally balance the rod on your finger right in front of the reel. The rod is easier to handle, improving casting distance and accuracy. Since I'm in the market for a new UL fishing rod, I put together a list of all the qualities I look for when buying one.ġ) Lightweight - This helps the rod feel more like an extension of your arm. After fishing that pole (HARD) for all these years, even catching fish as large as a 13-15 lb coho salmon, it finally croaked on me. It was light weight, super balanced, and sensitive to every little tic. It was the best fishing rod I ever owned. I bought this ultra light rod about 4 years back. © 2021 Coastal Angler Magazine Franchising, Inc.Anyway, back to what I wanted to talk about. They will run you down so don’t slow it down!ġ275 South Patrick Dr. You simply cast out past the melee, and retrieve, reeling as fast as you can, with your rod tip up at the 10 o’clock position. I prefer the sizes #0 and #00 ClarkSpoons for this rig. We caught Jack Crevalle, lady fish, a couple of trout and a bluefish, before they moved on. Got into some fish-busting-bait the other day, using my ClarkSpoon rigged under a clear water-filled plastic, 2 1/2 inch bubble. We have had great success with the NEW Cajun Copper color. Cooler temps in the evenings in September should move more reds back to the creek mouth and adjacent bars. Reds have been way off the hill with our last few, coming in 1 ½ to 2 miles off the grass, in 4 to 5 feet of water, mixed in with our trout bite. When the floating grass subsides, expect to catch reds on Intruder and Intruder II weedless spoons, Thunder-Spins and Sleighs. As the currents wane, they seem to decide to feed when the balance of their tribe has already eaten, thus reducing the competition at that time. The “top” of the high tide, seems to produce our largest fish. We have caught several trout over 24 inches in the last few weeks, and expect to see more of the same in September. Mike Hardegree fished the Wakasagi Elite Shiner, the Candy Corn Sea Shad and the Fried Chicken 5 inch Shads, to land those two fish, along with a 14-Inch Black Sea Bass. test mono, and a cast of 120 feet is easy with a nice breeze going.Ī trip last week produced four of our better trout with Assassin soft plastics, in three styles. We combine a Star Aerial 4000 spinning reel with this rod, spooled-up with Trik Fish Game Green 10 lb. I fish 7 feet 6 inch, Star Stellar Lite Fast Taper rods (SG817FT76), because they are very light in the hand, which allows my clients to cast all day with no fatigue yet have the proper power and action to “Pop” the Thunder, and set the hook at distance. R rigged up on 34 inches of Trik Fish mono leader. #3 Bob McManus of Live Oak, Florida, with a beautiful 25-Inch trout, taken July 24, 2017. #2 John Ackert of Tallahassee, with a nice trout. #1 Donna Osbborn of Monticello, Florida, with her first-ever trout, a 22 inch Sow.