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Casting rods are essential tools for anglers who value accuracy, control, and strength when targeting larger or more aggressive fish. Designed with a reel seat on top and guides that face upward, these fishing rods are ideal for techniques like flipping, pitching, and heavy cover casting.

Whether you’re searching for spinning rods or casting rods, Sportsman Finder connects you to the best rod options on the market. Filter by length, power, action, and brand to find the rod that matches your fishing gear.

Favorite Fishing USA Signature Series: MDJ Hex Casting Rod
  • Model: HEXC-MDJ-781H,
  • Length: 92in,
  • Power: Heavy,
  • Action: Extra Fast,
  • Piece: 1,
  • Line Weight: 10lb,
  • Lure Weight: 0.5oz,
  • Material: Chrome,
  • Color: Chrome,
  • Grip Type: EVA,
  • Guides + Tip: 11,
  • Handle Material: EVA,
  • Handle Length: 16in,
  • Species: Bass,
  • Technique: Freshwater,
  • Type: Casting Rod,

$399.99

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Cashion Fishing Rods John Crews ICON Punch Casting Rod
  • Model: John Crews ICON Punch,
  • Length: 7ft 10in,
  • Power: Heavy,
  • Action: Moderate Fast,
  • Piece: 1,
  • Line Weight: 17-80lb,
  • Lure Weight: 1/2-2oz,
  • Material: Carbon Fiber,
  • Grip Type: Split,
  • Guides + Tip: 12,
  • Handle Material: Carbon Fiber/Fiberglass,
  • Handle Length: 11in,
  • Species: Bass,
  • Technique: Punching,
  • Type: Casting Rod,
  • Warranty: Manufacturer Limited 7 Years,
  • Water Type: Freshwater,
  • Weight: 0.65lb,

$177.92

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Cashion Fishing Rods CK Series Chattergrass Casting Rod
  • Model: CK Series Chattergrass,
  • Length: 7ft 4in,
  • Power: Medium Heavy,
  • Action: Fast,
  • Piece: 1,
  • Lure Weight: 1/4-1-1/2oz,
  • Material: Carbon Fiber,
  • Color: Black,
  • Grip Type: Split,
  • Guides + Tip: 12,
  • Handle Material: Carbon Fiber/Fiberglass,
  • Handle Length: 9in,
  • Species: Bass,
  • Technique: Chattergrass,
  • Type: Casting Rod,
  • Warranty: Manufacturer 3 Years,
  • Water Type: Freshwater,
  • Weight: 0.28lb,

$179.95

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Temple Fork Outfitters Seahunter Saltwater Live Bait Casting Rod
  • Model: Seahunter Casting Rod,
  • Length: 7ft,
  • Power: Live Bait,
  • Action: Moderate Fast,
  • Piece: 1,
  • Line Weight: 12-30lb,
  • Material: Graphite,
  • Handle Material: EVA,
  • Type: Saltwater Casting Rod,
  • Weight: 10.5oz,

$229.95

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Daiwa Tatula XT Casting Rod, 7' Length, Medium Heavy Power, Fast Action
  • Type: Casting,
  • Length: 7',
  • Pieces: 1,
  • Blank: Graphite,
  • Power: Medium heavy,
  • Action: Fast,
  • Grip: EVA,
  • Guides: Fuji aluminum oxide,
  • Mono Line Rating: 10-17 lb.,
  • Lure Rating: 1/4-3/4 oz.,

$99.99

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G.Loomis GCX Flip/Punch Casting Rod
  • Model: GCX Flip/Punch,
  • Length: 7ft 5in,
  • Power: Heavy,
  • Action: Fast,
  • Piece: 1,
  • Line Weight: 17-25lb,
  • Lure Weight: 1/4-1-1/4oz,
  • Handle: D,
  • Grip Type: Full,
  • Handle Length: 10in,
  • Type: Casting Rod,
  • Warranty: Limited Lifetime,
  • Weight: 0.3lb,

$290.00

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Shimano Poison Adrena B Casting Rods
  • Line Weight: 6-12 lb.,
  • Lure Weight: 1/8 - 3/8 oz.,
  • Mfg. Number: PAD1610LBFSB,
  • Spiral X Core technology for enhanced torsional and compressional rigidity,
  • Redesigned Full Monocoque handle,
  • Proprietary CI4+ reel seat,
  • Shimano X-Guide and Fuji SiC guides,

$379.99

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Daiwa Prorex Muskie Telescopic Casting Rod, 9'5" Length, Xtra Heavy Power, Moderate Fast Action
  • Type: Casting,
  • Length: 9'5",
  • Pieces: Telescoping,
  • Blank: Graphite,
  • Power: Xtra heavy,
  • Action: Moderate fast,
  • Grip: Cork,
  • Guides: Fuji Concept-O Ring,
  • Line Rating: 65-100 lbs.,
  • Lure Rating: 18 oz.,

$149.99

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Cashion Fishing Rods CK Series Worm/Jig Casting Rod
  • Model: CK Series Worm/Jig,
  • Length: 7ft 3in,
  • Power: Medium Heavy,
  • Action: Fast,
  • Piece: 1,
  • Lure Weight: 3/8-1oz,
  • Material: Carbon Fiber Carbon Fiber,
  • Color: Black,
  • Grip Type: Split,
  • Guides + Tip: 12,
  • Handle Material: Carbon Fiber/Fiberglass,
  • Handle Length: 9.5in,
  • Species: Bass,
  • Technique: Worm/Jig,
  • Type: Casting Rod,
  • Warranty: Manufacturer 3 Years,
  • Water Type: Freshwater,
  • Weight: 0.26lb,

$179.95

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Lamiglas G1000 Kenai Pro Alaska Edition Casting Rod
  • Model: GP90HC-AK,
  • Length: 9ft,
  • Power: Heavy,
  • Action: Fast,
  • Piece: 2,
  • Line Weight: 12-25lb,
  • Lure Weight: 1-2 1/2oz,
  • Species: Salmon,
  • Type: Casting Rod,
  • Warranty: Manufacturer Limited Lifetime,
  • Water Type: Freshwater,

$310.99

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St. Croix Mojo Bass Casting Rods with Trigon
  • Type: Casting,
  • Length: 7',
  • Pieces: 1,
  • Blank: SCIII carbon fiber,
  • Power: Heavy,
  • Action: Fast,
  • Handle: Trigon,
  • Guides: Stainless steel with aluminum oxide rings,
  • Line Weight: 14-25 lb.,
  • Lure Weight: 3/8-11/2 oz.,
  • Mfg. Number: JOC70HF,

$175.00

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Lew's KVD Series Casting Rods
  • Length: 7'0",
  • Pieces: 1,
  • Blank: IM8 graphite,
  • Power: Medium-Heavy,
  • Action: Fast,
  • Handle: Split-grip EVA,
  • Guides: Stainless steel,
  • Line Weight: 10-30 lb.,
  • Lure Weight: 1/4-2 oz.,
  • Weight: 4.5 oz.,
  • Mfg. Number: LKVDGC4,

$109.95

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Star Rods Aerial Inshore Saltwater Casting Rod
  • Model: EX1220C66,
  • Length: 6ft 6in,
  • Power: Medium Heavy,
  • Line Weight: 12-20lb,
  • Lure Weight: 3/8-2oz,
  • Material: Graphite,
  • Grip Type: Full,
  • Guides + Tip: 8,
  • Handle Material: Cork,
  • Type: Saltwater Casting Rod,
  • Water Type: Saltwater,

$69.95

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G.Loomis NRX+ Carolina Rig Casting Rod
  • Model: NRX+ Carolina Rig,
  • Length: 7ft 3in,
  • Power: Medium Heavy,
  • Action: Fast,
  • Piece: 1,
  • Line Weight: 12-17lb,
  • Lure Weight: 1/4-3/4oz,
  • Handle: F,
  • Grip Type: Split,
  • Type: Casting Rod,
  • Weight: 0.6lb,

$650.00

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Abu Garcia Pro Series Joah Bertrand Casting Rod
  • Model: Pro Series Joah Bertrand,
  • Length: 7ft 3in,
  • Power: Medium Heavy,
  • Action: Fast,
  • Piece: 1,
  • Lure Weight: 1/4-1oz,
  • Material: Graphite,
  • Color: Purple,
  • Grip Type: Split,
  • Guides + Tip: 10,
  • Handle Material: EVA/Carbon Fiber,
  • Type: Casting Rod,
  • Water Type: Freshwater,

$199.99

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St. Croix Legend Tournament Bass Casting Rods
  • Length: 6'8",
  • Pieces: 1,
  • Blank: SCIV+ carbon fiber,
  • Power: Medium,
  • Action: Xtra fast,
  • Grip: Super-grade cork,
  • Guides: Fuji K-Series tangle-free with Alconite rings,
  • Mono Line Rating: 8-20 lb.,
  • Lure Rating: 1/4 - 5/8 oz.,
  • Mfg. Number: LBTC68MXF,

$320.00

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Daiwa Zillion Bass Casting Rods
  • 2-pc. X45 bias graphite fiber Flex Light blank,
  • Carbon MQ Grip,
  • SVF Nanoplus technology,
  • Air Sensor Seat for sensitive detection of bites,
  • Fuji K guide system reduces friction and line tangles,

$329.99

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Cashion Fishing Rods John Crews ICON Squarebill Casting Rod
  • Model: John Crews ICON Squarebill,
  • Length: 7ft,
  • Power: Medium Heavy,
  • Action: Moderate Fast,
  • Piece: 1,
  • Lure Weight: 3/8-3/4oz,
  • Material: Carbon Fiber,
  • Color: Black,
  • Grip Type: Split,
  • Guides + Tip: 12,
  • Handle Material: Carbon Fiber/Fiberglass,
  • Handle Length: 9in,
  • Species: Bass,
  • Technique: Square Bill,
  • Type: Casting Rod,
  • Warranty: Manufacturer Limited 7 Years,
  • Water Type: Freshwater,

$259.95

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6th Sense Lux Casting Rods
  • Type: Casting,
  • Length: 6'11",
  • Pieces: 1,
  • Blank: Graphite,
  • Power: Medium Heavy,
  • Action: Moderate Fast,
  • Handle: EVA,
  • Guides: Fuji aluminum oxide,
  • Mfg. Number: RODLUX-MH611,

$149.99

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Favorite Fishing Sick Casting Rod
  • Model: SKSC-721MH,
  • Length: 7ft 2in,
  • Piece: 1,
  • Color: Black,

$129.99

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G.Loomis IMX Pro Jig & Worm Casting Rod
  • Model: 12575-01,
  • Length: 7ft 1in,
  • Power: Medium Heavy,
  • Action: Extra Fast,
  • Piece: 1,
  • Line Weight: 12-16lb,
  • Lure Weight: 3/16-5/8oz,
  • Material: Graphite,
  • Handle Material: Cork,
  • Type: Casting Rod,

$380.00

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PENN Carnage™ III Inshore Casting Rods
  • Length: 7',
  • Pieces: 1,
  • Blank: SLC2 carbon fiber,
  • Power: Medium-Light,
  • Action: Extra-Fast,
  • Handle: Hypalon,
  • Guides: Fuji® K-series,
  • Line Weight: 8-15,
  • Lure Weight: 1/8-3/4,
  • Weight: 6.7 oz.,
  • Mfg. Number: CARINIII815C70,

$169.95

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Mr. Crappie Wally Marshall Pro Target Casting Rods
  • Type: Casting,
  • Length: 6'6",
  • Pieces: 1,
  • Blank: IM8 graphite,
  • Power: Medium-Light,
  • Action: Fast,
  • Handle: Winn Dri-Tac with EVA butt,
  • Guides: Stainless steel,
  • Mfg. Number: 11-17967,

$119.95

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Fitzgerald Rods Bryan Thrift Crankbait Casting Rod
  • Model: TCB74MH,
  • Length: 7ft 4in,
  • Power: Medium Heavy,
  • Piece: 1,
  • Line Weight: 10-20lb,
  • Lure Weight: 1/4-3/4oz,
  • Type: Casting Rod,

$189.99

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MACH 2 Casting Rods
  • Type: Casting,
  • Length: 6'8",
  • Pieces: 1,
  • Blank: IM8 graphite,
  • Power: Medium,
  • Action: Moderate-Fast,
  • Handle: Winn Dri-Tac Ultra split grip,
  • Guides: Stainless steel,
  • Mfg. Number: 11-17977,

$99.95

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Shimano Zodias Casting Rod, 7'5" Length, Medium Heavy, Fast Action
  • Type: Casting,
  • Length: 7'5",
  • Pieces: 1,
  • Blank: Hi-Power X,
  • Power: Medium heavy,
  • Action: Fast,
  • Grip: Carbon monocoque / EVA mid-grip,
  • Guides: Fuji Alconite + SiC Tip,
  • Mono Line Rating: 10-20 lbs.,
  • Lure Rating: 3/8 - 1 oz.,

$229.99

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Lew's Laser SG1 Casting Rods
  • Length: 7'0",
  • Pieces: 1,
  • Blank: IM6 graphite,
  • Power: Medium,
  • Action: Fast,
  • Handle: Cork/EVA,
  • Guides: Stainless steel,
  • Line Weight: 6-12 lbs.,
  • Lure Weight: 1/8-1/2 oz.,
  • Mfg. Number: LSG170MFC,

$59.99

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Duckett Fishing Walleye Series Casting Rod
  • Model: Walleye Series,
  • Length: 8ft 6in,
  • Power: Medium,
  • Action: Moderate,
  • Piece: 1,
  • Line Weight: 12-20lbs,
  • Color: Brown, White,
  • Grip Type: Split,
  • Guides + Tip: 9+1,
  • Handle Material: Cork, EVA,
  • Handle Length: 10 1/2in,
  • Material: Carbon Fiber,
  • Species: Walleye,
  • Type: Casting Rod,

$119.97

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Abu Garcia Pro Series John Cox Spinnerbait Casting Rod
  • Length: 7ft 6in,
  • Power: Medium Heavy,
  • Action: Fast,
  • Piece: 1,
  • Line Weight: 12-25LB,
  • Lure Weight: 3/8-1 1/4oz,
  • Material: GRAPHITE,
  • Color: Black,
  • Guides + Tip: 10,
  • Handle Material: CORK/CARBON,
  • Type: Casting Rod,
  • Water Type: Freshwater,

$199.99

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6th Sense Response Casting Rods
  • Type: Casting,
  • Length: 7',
  • Pieces: 1,
  • Blank: Carbon,
  • Power: Medium Heavy,
  • Action: Moderate Fast,
  • Handle: EVA,
  • Guides: Fuji Concept O,
  • Mfg. Number: RODRES-MH70,

$129.99

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Shimano Compre Salmon/Steelhead Casting Rods
  • Type: Casting,
  • Length: 8'6",
  • Pieces: 1,
  • Power: Medium,
  • Action: Fast,
  • Handle: AAA cork,
  • Guides: SeaGuide tangle-free with Zirconia inserts,
  • Mfg. Number: CPCS86M2,

$99.99

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G Loomis IMX Pro MBR Casting Fishing Rod
  • Type: Casting,
  • Length: 6'6",
  • Pieces: 1,
  • Power: Medium,
  • Action: Fast,
  • Grip: Cork,
  • Handle Type: A,
  • Guides: Fuji® K-Frame,
  • Mono Line Rating: 8-14 lb.,
  • Lure Rating: 1/4-5/8 oz.,

$375.00

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Denali Rods AttaX Bass Glass Casting Rod
  • Model: AC7104GC,
  • Length: 7ft 10in,
  • Power: Heavy,
  • Action: Moderate,
  • Piece: 1,
  • Line Weight: 12-30lb,
  • Lure Weight: 1/2-2oz,
  • Material: Graphite,
  • Color: Black,
  • Guides + Tip: 11,
  • Handle Material: Winn,
  • Handle Length: 10 1/2in,
  • Species: Bass,
  • Type: Casting Rod,
  • Water Type: Freshwater,

$103.97

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St. Croix Mojo Bass Glass Casting Rods with Trigon
  • Type: Casting,
  • Length: 7'2",
  • Pieces: 1,
  • Blank: Linear S-Glass,
  • Power: Heavy,
  • Action: Moderate,
  • Handle: Trigon,
  • Guides: Stainless steel with aluminum oxide rings,
  • Line Weight: 12-25 lb.,
  • Lure Weight: 1/2-13/8 oz.,
  • Mfg. Number: JOC72HM,

$175.00

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6th Sense ESP Series Casting Rods
  • Type: Casting,
  • Length: 6'10",
  • Pieces: 1,
  • Power: Medium,
  • Action: Fast,
  • Mfg. Number: RODESP-M610,

$174.99

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G. Loomis NRX+ Casting Rods
  • 7'5" length,
  • Medium-heavy power, extra-fast action,
  • Spiral X graphite construction,
  • Multi-taper design,
  • Fuji® Titanium SIC stripper guides,
  • Ultra-lite, ultra-strong RECOIL guides,
  • Custom CI4+ reel seat,
  • Split-grip cork handle,

$625.00

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Lamiglas Classic Glass Casting Rod
  • Model: CG 90 DR,
  • Length: 9ft,
  • Power: Heavy,
  • Action: Moderate,
  • Piece: 2,
  • Line Weight: 15-30lb,
  • Lure Weight: 1-3oz,
  • Material: Fiberglass,
  • Handle Material: Cork,
  • Type: Casting Rod,

$115.99

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St. Croix Legend X Casting Rod
  • Model: XLC68MXF,
  • Length: 6ft 8in,
  • Power: Medium,
  • Action: Extra Fast,
  • Piece: 1,
  • Line Weight: 8-14lb,
  • Lure Weight: 1/4-5/8oz,
  • Handle: 1,
  • Material: Graphite,
  • Grip Type: Split,
  • Handle Material: Cork,
  • Type: Casting Rod,
  • Water Type: Freshwater,

$455.00

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Abu Garcia Vengeance Casting Rods
  • Type: Casting,
  • Length: 6'6",
  • Pieces: 1,
  • Blank: 24 ton graphite,
  • Power: Medium-heavy,
  • Action: Fast,
  • Handle: EVA,
  • Guides: Stainless steel,
  • Line Weight: 12-20 lb.,
  • Lure Weight: 3/8-1 oz.,
  • Mfg. Number: 1580680,

$69.99

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Abu Garcia Veritas BFS Casting Rod
  • Model: VRPBFCW71-4,
  • Length: 7ft 1in,
  • Power: Medium Light,
  • Action: Moderate Fast,
  • Piece: 1,
  • Line Weight: 6 - 12lb,
  • Grip Type: Split,
  • Guides + Tip: 9,
  • Handle Material: EVA,
  • Type: Casting Rod,

$109.99

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Shimano Intenza A Casting Rods
  • Length: 6'9",
  • Power: Medium,
  • Action: Fast,
  • Grip: Cork,
  • Guides: Titanium oxide,

$149.99

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Duckett Fishing Zeus Cranking Casting Rod
  • Model: DFZS70M-CC,
  • Length: 7ft,
  • Power: Medium,
  • Action: Moderate,
  • Piece: 1,
  • Line Weight: 8-14lb,
  • Lure Weight: 1/4-5/8oz,
  • Grip Type: Split,
  • Guides + Tip: 8+1,
  • Handle Material: EVA/Rubberized Cork,
  • Handle Length: 10 1/2in,
  • Style: Crankin',
  • Technique: Cranking,
  • Type: Casting Rod,
  • Water Type: Freshwater,

$139.99

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PENN Battalion II Inshore Casting Rods
  • Fast action,
  • SLC2 carbon fiber blank,
  • Premium cork grips,
  • Fuji® Alconite® guides,
  • Fuji® graphite reel seat,

$149.95

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G.Loomis NRX+ Bladed Jig Casting Rod
  • Model: NRX+ Bladed Jig,
  • Length: 7ft 4in,
  • Power: Medium Heavy,
  • Action: Fast,
  • Piece: 1,
  • Line Weight: 12-16lb,
  • Lure Weight: 3/16-5/8oz,
  • Handle: F,
  • Grip Type: Split,
  • Type: Casting Rod,
  • Weight: 0.6lb,

$650.00

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Googan Squad Gold Series Muscle Casting Rod
  • Model: Gold Series Muscle XL,
  • Length: 7ft 9in,
  • Power: Medium Heavy,
  • Action: Fast,
  • Piece: 1,
  • Material: Graphite,
  • Color: Gold/Black,
  • Grip Type: Split Grip,
  • Guides + Tip: 8+Tip,
  • Handle Material: Cork,
  • Handle Length: 12in,
  • Species: Bass,
  • Technique: Large swimbaits, Umbrellas rigs, Large topwater baits,
  • Type: Casting Rod,

$152.97

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Daiwa Prorex Muskie Casting Rod with Winn Grips, 8'6 Length, Heavy Power, Regular Action
  • Type: Casting,
  • Length: 8'6",
  • Pieces: Telescoping,
  • Blank: Graphite,
  • Power: Heavy,
  • Action: Regular,
  • Handle: WINN grip,
  • Guides: Fuji Concept O-ring,
  • Line Weight: 30-50 lb. mono, 65-100 lb. braid,
  • Lure Weight: 15 oz.,

$169.99

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Daiwa Prorex XT Muskie Casting Rods
  • Type: Casting,
  • Length: 7'6",
  • Pieces: 1,
  • Blank: Carbon composite,
  • Power: Heavy,
  • Action: Regular,
  • Handle: Cork,
  • Guides: SeaGuide SLRAG,
  • Line Weight: 30-50 lb. (mono), 65-100 lb. (braid),
  • Lure Weight: 15 oz. maximum,
  • Mfg. Number: PROXT761HRB,

$99.99

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Abu Garcia Pro Series Hunter Shryock Spinnerbait Casting Rod
  • Model: ABHNTRSHYOK 76 MHF,
  • Length: 7ft 6in,
  • Power: Medium Heavy,
  • Action: Fast,
  • Piece: 1,
  • Line Weight: 12-25LB,
  • Lure Weight: 3/8-1 1/4oz,
  • Material: GRAPHITE,
  • Color: Black,
  • Guides + Tip: 10,
  • Handle Material: CORK/CARBON,
  • Type: Casting Rod,
  • Water Type: Freshwater,

$199.99

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St. Croix Bass X Casting Rods
  • Premium-quality SCII carbon fiber blank with FRS,
  • Split-grip cork handle with EVA butt cap,
  • New and improved nylon reel seat,
  • Stainless steel frame guide with aluminum oxide rings,
  • 2 coats of Flex-Coat slow cure finish for added durability,
  • 5-year St. Croix warranty,

$125.00

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Favorite Fishing USA Signature Series: Andy Morgan Pro Battle Flipping Casting Rod
  • Model: PBSC-AM-761H,
  • Length: 90in,
  • Power: Heavy,
  • Action: Fast,
  • Piece: 1,
  • Line Weight: 10lb,
  • Lure Weight: 0.5oz,
  • Material: Carbon,
  • Color: Black,
  • Grip Type: EVA,
  • Guides + Tip: 11,
  • Handle Material: EVA,
  • Handle Length: 15.5in,
  • Species: Bass,
  • Technique: Freshwater,
  • Type: Casting Rod,

$149.99

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What Is A Casting Rod?

A casting rod is a type of fishing rod designed to be used with a baitcasting or spin cast reel, which sits on top of the rod. These rods feature upward-facing line guides and are engineered for anglers who prioritize precision, control, and power, especially when targeting larger or more aggressive fish.

Types of Casting Rods

Baitcasting Rods - Precision & Power

  • Best for: Bass fishing, heavy lures, accuracy.
  • Key Features: Shorter length (6'–7'6") for better control, Fast or extra-fast action for quick hook sets, Higher power (Medium-Heavy to Heavy) for battling big fish.
  • Common Uses: Flipping, pitching, crankbaits, jigs.

Spincasting Rods – Beginner-Friendly Simplicity

  • Best for: Beginners and youth anglers, Light lure fishing, Fishing in small ponds or lakes.
  • Key features: Push-button spool release for easy casting, Shorter length for better control, Closed-face reel design that minimizes tangles.
  • Use Freshwater Casting Rods or saltwater Casting Rods.

Telescopic Casting Rods

  • Purpose: Easy to carry and store while traveling.
  • Features: Multi-piece or collapsible design, often used for convenience rather than performance.

Specific Casting Rods

  • Crankbait Rods: Softer action to absorb strikes and prevent hooks from tearing out.
  • Flipping & Pitching Rods: Extra-fast action and heavy power for close-quarters, heavy-cover fishing.
  • Frog Rods: Strong backbone for driving hooks through thick vegetation.
  • Swimbait Rods: Extra-long and heavy-duty for large lures and trophy fish.
  • Topwater Rods: Medium-fast action for better lure presentation and control.

Top Brands Available

G. Loomis

  • Superior Sensitivity – Advanced graphite blanks detect even the lightest bites.
  • Exceptional Strength & Lightweight Design – High-modulus graphite construction.
  • Precision Engineering – Optimized for accuracy and casting distance.
  • Customizable Options – Many models allow for personal tuning (action, power, length).
  • Lifetime Warranty – Reflects the brand’s confidence in durability.

Shimano

  • Known For: Precision engineering and lightweight rod designs.
  • Popular Models: Expride, SLX, Curado.
  • Best For: Freshwater bass fishing, finesse to heavy techniques.

Abu Garcia

  • Known For: Affordable performance and versatile rod options.
  • Popular Models: Veritas, Vendetta, Revo.
  • Best For: Entry-level to advanced anglers looking for value.

St. Croix

  • Known For: USA-made craftsmanship and lifetime durability.
  • Popular Models: Mojo Bass, Bass X, Legend Tournament.
  • Best For: Serious anglers seeking technique-specific rods with premium materials.

Key Features to Consider

Rod Power

  • Definition: The rod’s resistance to bending under load.
  • Options: Ultralight, Light, Medium, Medium-Heavy, Heavy, Extra-Heavy.
  • Consideration: Heavier power handles bigger fish and heavier lures; lighter power is more sensitive to finesse tactics.

Rod Action

  • Fast: Bends near the tip – good for single-hook lures like jigs and worms.
  • Moderate: Bends mid-rod – great for crankbaits and treble hooks.
  • Slow: Bends near the base – ideal for delicate presentations.

Rod Length

  • Common Range: 6' to 8'
  • Shorter Rods (6’–6’6”) = better for tight spaces, accurate casting.
  • Longer Rods (7’–8’) = longer casts and better hook sets in open water.

Material

  • Graphite: Lightweight, sensitive, more brittle – ideal for finesse and fast action rods.
  • Fiberglass: More flexible and durable – great for crankbaits or beginners.
  • Composite: Blends both for balanced performance.

Handle Type

  • Materials: Cork (lighter, sensitive), EVA foam (durable, comfortable).
  • Designs: Full grip vs. split grip – based on personal comfort and rod balance.

Casting Rods by Use Case

Best Casting Rods for Bass Fishing

  • Recommended Specs: 6’6” to 7’6” length, medium-heavy power, fast action.
  • Why: Versatile enough for jigs, Texas rigs, spinnerbaits, and frogs.
  • Top Picks: St. Croix Mojo Bass, Shimano SLX, Dobyns Fury 734C.

Best for Heavy Cover or Big Fish

  • Recommended Specs: 7’+ length, heavy to extra-heavy power, fast action.
  • Why: Needed for pulling fish from thick vegetation or structure.
  • Use With: Punching rigs, swimbaits, frogs, and flipping baits.

Best for Long Casting Distance

  • Recommended Specs: 7’6”+ length, medium-heavy power, fast to moderate action.
  • Why: A longer rod with the right action boosts the casting range for covering more water.
  • Use Cases: Shoreline fishing, saltwater surf casting, or large lakes.

How to Choose The Right Casting Rod

Identify Your Target Species

  • Bass, walleye, pike (freshwater): Medium to medium-heavy rods with fast action.
  • Saltwater species (redfish, snook, etc.): Heavier rods with corrosion-resistant components.

Choose the Right Action

  • Fast Action: Quick tip bend, good for single hooks and fast hooksets.
  • Moderate Action: Mid-rod bend, ideal for crankbaits and treble hooks.
  • Slow Action: Full bend, used rarely but helpful for delicate presentations.

Pick the Correct Length

  • Short Rods (6’–6’6”): Great for precision casting in tight areas.
  • Mid-Length Rods (6’10”–7’3”): Versatile and ideal for most bass fishing applications.
  • Long Rods (7’6”+): Offer longer casting distance and leverage for deep-water or heavy-cover fishing.

Choose the Right Material

  • Graphite: Lightweight and sensitive; best for feel-based fishing.
  • Fiberglass: More durable and forgiving; great for reaction baits.
  • Composite: A mix of both for balanced performance.

Shop and Compare

  • By Species: Bass | Walleye | Pike | Inshore Saltwater | Trout.
  • By Technique: Crankbait | Flipping | Swimbait | Topwater | Finesse.
  • By Brand: Shimano | St. Croix | Abu Garcia | Lew’s | Daiwa | Dobyns.
  • By Price: Under $50 | $50–$100 | $100–$200 | $200+

FAQ’s

What is the difference between a casting rod and a spinning rod?

A casting rod is designed for use with baitcasting or spin cast reels, with guides on top, offering more accuracy and control for experienced anglers. Spinning rods are easier for beginners and pair with spinning reels.

What size casting rod should I use for bass fishing?

Most bass anglers prefer rods between 6’6” and 7’6”, with medium to heavy power and fast action for versatile performance.

Are casting rods good for saltwater fishing?

Yes, but choose a rod specifically rated for saltwater use to withstand corrosion and heavier line/lure weights.

Can beginners use casting rods?

While casting rods offer better control, they have a steeper learning curve. Beginners may struggle with backlash when using baitcasting reels.

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