New Vedetta Ideas on what I should use it for?

pondboss · August 06, 2011, 11:53:02 PM

I got a new Abu Vendetta the other day and was wondering what applications it would best be served for. The rods specs are: 7'3 MH (power) M (action) 1/4oz - 1oz (lure weight) 12 - 20 (line test) I had initially thought of using it for worms and jigs, but missed a couple of fish on the hook up from what I thought was too soft of a tip. That being said, I was thinking this would be a good rod for cranks and jerkbaits.

If anyone has any experience with this rod I'd love to know what you use it for.

Thanks,

PondBoss

WIbasskid · August 12, 2011, 12:59:27 PM

It would definitely make a good deep crankin rod. Wouldn't be first choice for jerkbaits, as I like a shorter rod for em, but to each his own.

gdaddybassmaster · August 17, 2011, 09:17:41 PM

I bought a MH 6.6 spinning rod (Vendetta) last Sat, I did not like it sensitivity was not up to my liking on the water. Took it back to BPS and exchanged it for a Diawa Pro Z.

Gonna hit the water this Sat and will post feedback if anyone is interested?

pondboss · September 02, 2011, 02:45:12 AM

Quote from: gdaddybassmaster on August 17, 2011, 09:17:41 PM
I bought a MH 6.6 spinning rod (Vendetta) last Sat, I did not like it sensitivity was not up to my liking on the water. Took it back to BPS and exchanged it for a Diawa Pro Z.

Gonna hit the water this Sat and will post feedback if anyone is interested?

How did you like the Pro-Z I almost bought one, but got my Vendetta instead. I was thinking about picking one up at a later date if they are good. Thanks

nybass · September 02, 2011, 10:31:21 AM

Pondbass u made a good choice with the vendetta i got one n love it.. Mines 7ft medium heavy fast action i like it for texas rigging and jigs.. Since urs is a moderate action i'd think it would be suited nice for a deep cranking rod..

gdaddybassmaster · September 02, 2011, 06:32:29 PM

Quote from: pondboss on September 02, 2011, 02:45:12 AM
How did you like the Pro-Z I almost bought one, but got my Vendetta instead. I was thinking about picking one up at a later date if they are good. Thanks

Is a good rod I would rate it a B, or 4 stars, they could improve the guides some and the handle.

Casts well and I like it much more than the Vendetta I returned.

GD

pondboss · September 02, 2011, 06:38:55 PM

Quote from: gdaddybassmaster on September 02, 2011, 06:32:29 PM
Is a good rod I would rate it a B, or 4 stars, they could improve the guides some and the handle.

Casts well and I like it much more than the Vendetta I returned.

GD

What didn't you like about the guides or the handle? Does it come with a T-rig hook holder?

gdaddybassmaster · September 02, 2011, 06:59:50 PM

Handle: My thumb rests on the threads slightly takes a bit to get used to.

Guides: not an issue with function but visual quality is not Fugi level.

Don't take it wrong: I would buy the rod again.

It comes with a 5 year warranty which ain't bad.

PS: it does have a hook holder

muddy man · September 03, 2011, 12:23:14 AM

They make nifty coat racks!

Jacktownbassin · September 06, 2011, 01:13:07 PM

Brands aside, I use M action rods for cranking only. Not so good at cranking yet so I don't have many M action rods in my arsenal. Most other applications lend for fast or even Xfast actions. Good luck.

Skeet22 · September 07, 2011, 10:07:19 PM

Cranks deeper than 10ft