Walleye rod/reel set up for jigging

[Trailblazin]

I am looking to buy a new set up specifically for jigging.

I do not want to spend more than $80.00. What are some good combo's out there to look for?

I'll be using Power Pro 10-2 or Fireline 6lb.

[gunflint]

Is that $80.00 for the rod or $80.00 for the reel?

Cabelas usualy has some decent combos

[CorynTracySellHomes]

If its just $80 for the whole set up(rod & reel) that can be tough. Other wise, I would look at the Gander Mountain series of rods, they seem to be a good rod for the money.

Cory Frantzick

[delmuts]

trail. check B.P. i think they have a couple of combos' that mite fall in your price range.

[Trailblazin]

Thanks and they do....79.99 - not bad for the combo.....Usually spend most of my money on boat stuff and muskie lures...Need extra rigs for cahsing those eyes with family and friends when not muskie fishing.

[abens1078]

I would spend the majority of the $80 on $50 1 piece rod like Cabelas Pro-guide or something in the similar price range. I'd take $10 and get some 6# or 8# Fireline. Fireline can make your rod worth about $20 more with the added sensitiviy. I would finally take what's leftover and find a reel with anti-reverse and a reasonably smooth drag.

Maybe a Shakespere, cheap price but they will get the job done.

Cabelas also has a section on their HSOforum with pre-matched combos and that is an excellent way to save money as well.

[Trailblazin]

Big fan of Cabelas, but not 2 piece rods, which most of their rods 6'6" and longer are 2 piece.

The Bass Pro Bionic rods are awesome. I have 2 and adding a 3rd. Check them out - on sale @ BP.

Thanks

[delmuts]

trail. i love the blades too. i have 4 with one more on order.

[PERCHJR]

This would be just my opinion, but I think alot has to do with just getting out and fishing also. Of course I think the rod and reel has alot to do with it, but I have been fishing for 25yrs and it just takes time to feel those bites!! I have never spent more than $50 or $60 on a rod and reel together and have plenty of luck with what I use. As I said before this is just my opinion!!!

GOOD LUCK AND GOOD FISHING!!!

[Fish Head]

This is more than what we have been discussing, but if you want a GREAT walleye jig combo- get a St Croix Avid Series 6'3" medium action X-Fast with a Shimano Symetre reel. Absolutely a great jig set up.