So with the big swimbait craze i bought some and im ordering some MS slammers very very soon. Now that i got the baits im gonna need a rod to throw em.( I know i have seen other people ask questions on this subject i just havent been able to find the thread) i was looking through a bps catalog and was wondering if anyone has thought of using a muskie setup to throw these swimbaits since muskie baits are similar weights? What are peoples thoughts/experience with this?And if anyone would like to share there setup they use to sling these things it would be greatly appreciated.
Rob you can definitely use a muskie set up as a beginner swimbait rod. Thats exactly what i did years ago before I was sure it was a technique I would use regularly. Just be sure the rod is rated for 2-5 oz. Longer is better for heaving the big baits. 7'6- 8'. I throw my swimbaits on 25lb mono.