BuschPilot Posted December 16, 2008 Share Posted December 16, 2008 I am in the process of looking for some new rods, going to be focusing on crappies and trouts, I already have my walleye rods, whats you people using out there that won't break the bank and can reasonbly add to the collection.thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bigslugger Posted December 16, 2008 Share Posted December 16, 2008 i like my st. croix's Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DTro Posted December 16, 2008 Share Posted December 16, 2008 Check out the Jason Mitchell line of ice rods.The work great and at an affordable pricehttp://jasonmitchellrods.com/ice.php Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bloc004 Posted December 16, 2008 Share Posted December 16, 2008 I don't know how much you are looking to spend, but I love my st. croix's as well. I typically only use my premieres when fishing on a local lake for trout, they work just fine and they are only $20. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Johnnie15 Posted December 16, 2008 Share Posted December 16, 2008 Thorne Bros Deadstick Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JimBuck Posted December 16, 2008 Share Posted December 16, 2008 Jason Mitchell Meatstick.Love it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chode2235 Posted December 16, 2008 Share Posted December 16, 2008 I was reading in the sponsor section of the site that Thorne Bros came out with a new series of rods. Similar to their custom rods, but made "offshore" instead. $29 or something close to that.I love my panfish and walleye sweatheart, and if they are even close to those it is money well spent.The only downfall that I see is that they are made "offshore", I'll continue to try to buy American. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CodyDawg Posted December 16, 2008 Share Posted December 16, 2008 My Thorne Bros rods are the best by far. You dont realize how much until you have used one and then try something else. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bloc004 Posted December 16, 2008 Share Posted December 16, 2008 I have not used a Thorne Bros Rod, how would you describe them compared to the st croix's? Pros and Cons? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chode2235 Posted December 16, 2008 Share Posted December 16, 2008 The St. Croix are muddy, and have their eyes on crooked. Even the Legend ice rods aren't nearly and light and sensitive. You're basically buying a spring bobber mount.They are far superior rods, it is hard to describe without fishing one. They detect bites great, are perfect lengths, load up nicely, and are just works of art. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
icefishing21 Posted December 16, 2008 Share Posted December 16, 2008 one of my rods is a genz stick and i love that rod. but i think i am going to buy a couple jason mitchell rods in the next week or so. i have heard they are great rods Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
muc33 Posted December 16, 2008 Share Posted December 16, 2008 Jason Mitchell Meatstick.Love it. I couldn't have said it better myself. Get yours here. http://jasonmitchellrods.com/ice.php Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Iambjm Posted December 16, 2008 Share Posted December 16, 2008 I just got the Jason Mitchell Panfish 24' ML combo for a great price $39.99 here in Grand Rapids at an army navy store. My only complaint is the eyes are kinda small and ice up. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lotwfisher Posted December 16, 2008 Share Posted December 16, 2008 I have not used a Thorne Bros Rod, how would you describe them compared to the st croix's? Pros and Cons? you can watch them make the rod if you want, here is a little info from the st.croix HSOforum.Reign, Triumph, Premier Ice Rods - China It says most of the legend edition rods are made in us, but I can't find the info on the legend ice rod... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mole Posted December 16, 2008 Share Posted December 16, 2008 I have 2 Jason M. rods and love them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
toughguy Posted December 16, 2008 Share Posted December 16, 2008 THE GREEN HORNET!!!!!!! Just kidding. I like my St Croixs Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
harvey lee Posted December 16, 2008 Share Posted December 16, 2008 Jason Mitchell offers a complete line oif very good ice rods. My favorite may be the Perch rod or the great meatstick.Check out the Mitchell combo's as they are a great price with a nice smooth 3 bearing reel. The drag also seems pretty smooth.I have numerous Thorne Bros rods and they are a very nice rod but I am just as happy with the Muitchell rods. They are also alot easier on the pocket book. They will catch one just as many fish.http://jasonmitchellrods.com/ice.php Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SP180 Posted December 16, 2008 Share Posted December 16, 2008 The TB rods are the way to go. The JM rods are good, but not to the level of the TB rods. I have used almost every rod out there and TB are second to none. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scott K Posted December 16, 2008 Share Posted December 16, 2008 I have a JM Meatstick, and a Perch rod, all I can say is they are top quality for the money! I let my son use the Perch rod, now he wont use any other rod. He is 11, so for him to notice the difference in quality it is obvious over your everyday mass produced rod! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
&JAG Posted December 16, 2008 Share Posted December 16, 2008 Thorne Bros. rods hands down... Hand made one at a time and are beautiful! The bites you never ever thought you would feel are a thing of the past with Thorne Bros. I also own St. Croix rods premiere and legend, they are decent, but not even in the same ball park! The Jason Mitchell rods look like they are in the same range as St. Croix's thus the price and also made in CHINA. I know a lot of folks like there JM rods, but once you go TB you never go back! Enough said. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
harvey lee Posted December 16, 2008 Share Posted December 16, 2008 I went back Jag. I truely feel that the Mitchell rods will catch one all the fish any other rod will out there and yes, I do also own numerous Thorne Bros rods and they too are a very nice rod.Both rods get the job done for me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IceHawk Posted December 16, 2008 Share Posted December 16, 2008 I have been useing the Jason Mitchel rods alot lately and I am impressed with them. Excellent rods that won't break the bank. I especially like the soft tip and good backbone of the 24 inch panfish model. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
harvey lee Posted December 17, 2008 Share Posted December 17, 2008 In regards to the Mitchell rods being made in China, here is what the card states that comes with the rod.Manufactured in China to the exacting specifications of Jason Mitchell Rod CompanyFrom what I have been told from many vendors is that the majority of the rod blanks that are manufactures today come from China. Very good quality also. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
&JAG Posted December 17, 2008 Share Posted December 17, 2008 Well if you say there great harvey I'll try one any recommendations? I fish almost exclusively walleye.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FishGUY Posted December 17, 2008 Share Posted December 17, 2008 Thorne Brother's rods are the nicest I have ever used. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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