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Extreme Jigging: Dogtooth Tuna, Yellowtail Kingfish (Hiramasa), Amberjack, Samson Fish => Tackle & Techniques => Topic started by: Brett Warren on September 17, 2010, 05:40:06 PM

Title: Jig rod advice
Post by: Brett Warren on September 17, 2010, 05:40:06 PM: What an awesome site !!

I am searching for a jig rod to suit my 20000sw, here is some info that hopefully will help:

Fishing depths of 50-100 metres
Jigs around the 400 gram mark
PE 6-8
Length of no shorther than 5'
Target species Kingies, Sampsons and Tuna
Drag settings between 10-12kgs
Budget of around $500 for either a new or second hand - don't mind either way
I am 6' tall and weigh 83kgs
We fish out of 6-8 metre trailer boats

I am currently using a wilson texalium 15-24 kg but this is far from a jig rod

Cheers

Brett ;D
Title: Re: Jig rod advice
Post by: Mario Benedict on September 18, 2010, 08:37:52 PM: The Smith AMJ-S52EX is an awesome rod. I have mine matched to the 20K Stella.
Title: Re: Jig rod advice
Post by: Brett Warren on September 19, 2010, 06:36:01 PM: Thanks mario.
Have been looking at these as they slot perfectly into the price bracket.
Look to tick all the boxes

cheers
Brett ;D
Title: Re: Jig rod advice
Post by: AustralianAngling on September 19, 2010, 07:04:06 PM: Hi Brett

I have a WGJ-S56H is one of my personal rods used twice.
This model is no longer in manufacture it is a 2 pc butt removes.
It is rated for 400G Jig 16kg Drag it was a very popular model.
Rod in as new condition $ 400 including freight with in AU.
Title: Re: Jig rod advice
Post by: Peter Childs on September 20, 2010, 08:38:08 PM: Brett, I'm another fan of the 52EX, very light in the hand and a heap of grunt (great all day jigger). Jigging master also do some great rods in 50 gram jig increments (Powerspells), the new 3 Kings M might also suit - its rated 250 - 400 grams but I reckon its got a heap of balls and stands up to a lot of abuse!
Title: Re: Jig rod advice
Post by: Greg Burt on September 21, 2010, 08:06:44 AM: My no1 Jig rod at the moment is the AMJ 52EXS [I'm Nirai-less], good to work and heaps of grunt, a preferred rod over a stump puller for ease of use over extended long periods .
Title: Re: Jig rod advice
Post by: Mark Harris on September 21, 2010, 11:39:10 AM: Not very original, but another vote for the Smith AMJ 52EX spinning here. Absolutely love this rod in lots of different ways. I have never used a rod with so much lifting power that is so kind to the body.

One tiny gripe is that it is rated to jig weights of 400 grams but I think it loses efficiency with anything over 350, particularly if you are fishing in a strong current.
Title: Re: Jig rod advice
Post by: Andrew Cox on September 21, 2010, 08:33:50 PM: Hi Brett

As Peter says Jigging Master make a large range of jigging rods in 50 gram increments in the Power Spell range, also they come in a range of colours to suit us fussy fisherman. Also the new Jigging Master Three Kings Special rods are a unbelievable rod.
Where about's are you based there might be a stockiest near you to view ? we also might be able to sort out some samples for you to try ?
If you would like to see a couple of Jigging Master DVDs to see the rods in action let me no and I will send a couple out.

Cheers Andrew
Title: Re: Jig rod advice
Post by: Brett Warren on September 22, 2010, 07:30:44 PM: Thanks to all for the reply - Feedback really helps guys

I am based in the sleepy haven of Port Lincoln South Austrailia -

Home of Southern Bluefin Tuna farming ;D

Pretty much down to the Jigging Master's or Smiths now

Would like to see the JM'S in action Andrew

Brett
Title: Re: Jig rod advice
Post by: Jamie Moir on September 22, 2010, 08:21:09 PM: You might like to check this thread for a few bendo comparisons (http://www.360tuna.com/forum/f76/jigging-popping-rods-6090/).
Title: Re: Jig rod advice
Post by: Mark Harris on September 23, 2010, 03:36:22 PM: Brett,

Lots of JM video on their website here:
http://www.jiggingmaster-ag.com/view_media.asp?sty=4 (http://www.jiggingmaster-ag.com/view_media.asp?sty=4)

Smith AMJ 52EX in action (legendary bend!):
Smith AMJ 52EX with 12kg of drag of the reel !! (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BaP1RsO3-cA#)
Title: Re: Jig rod advice
Post by: Jamie Moir on September 23, 2010, 04:54:52 PM: And I hear he is still looking for the 50kg fish ;)
Title: Re: Jig rod advice
Post by: Brett Warren on September 24, 2010, 07:22:00 PM: Thanks again for the interest guys - looking forward to some of that rod bending action

still deciding on which one

brett
Title: Re: Jig rod advice
Post by: Fabio Ward on September 26, 2010, 07:59:09 AM: What is the Smith AMJ 52EX rated to?
Title: Re: Jig rod advice
Post by: Brock Arifovic on September 26, 2010, 08:46:53 AM: Fabio have a look at the Australian Angling website
Title: Re: Jig rod advice
Post by: Mark Harris on September 28, 2010, 12:46:15 PM: Quote from: Fabio Ward on September 26, 2010, 07:59:09 AM
What is the Smith AMJ 52EX rated to?

PE4-8, Jig weight to 400 grams (struggles a bit above 350 though IMHO)
Title: Re: Jig rod advice
Post by: Colin P on September 30, 2010, 03:44:20 AM: Afraid I'm another Smiths fan Brett.

Here's the rod in action

(http://i396.photobucket.com/albums/pp45/ColinP/colfighting19.jpg)

And here's the doggy that bent it like that!

(http://i396.photobucket.com/albums/pp45/ColinP/coldtt2a.jpg)

Must admit I use 250gm jigs whenever I can and I have never gone over 300gms - so can't comment on the 400gm rating.
Title: Re: Jig rod advice
Post by: Mark Harris on September 30, 2010, 01:20:12 PM: Nice one Colin. Doggies are the best sport fish in the world for me (although that is probably sacrilege in this forum 8).
Title: Re: Jig rod advice
Post by: Brett Warren on September 30, 2010, 02:11:20 PM: That is one serious fish !! kingies and sambos are fun but I gotta do some northern fishing soon it is driving me nuts >:(

The smith is looking like the front runner at around $500 to my door step - this exchange rate rocks

Brett