Best Bladebait Rod: JT Outdoors JTX-Mag Pros Extremely sensitive from the tip through the butt section Well-balanced with reel Excellent hand-built, custom rod quality Perfect for working bladebaits, jigs/swimbaits, or small spoons/glidebaits Cons Pricey Key Features Length Tested: 6 feet 10 inches Power and Action Tested: Medium-light power, fast action Proprietary Toray carbon fibers spun with zonal technology SeaGuide Hero high grade with silicon nitride insert and recoil guides Blank-through SeaGuide Alien reel seat handle or Sure-Grip Tennessee handle option Available in four different color combinations MSRP: $330 Of all the rods my buddies and I tested over the past year, this is my favorite
The rod is fitted with Seaguide SS316 anti-tangle guides featuring corrosion-resistant stainless-steel frames and smooth zirconia inserts, ensuring long casting distance and clean line flow even in tough saltwater environments
Conversely, hardbody twitch baits that work in a similar way to their soft plastic cousins are another lure type you need to know how to use
The reality is that some of the most productive fishing grounds in the world are located right where the water meets the land
Go for natural colors in clear water, and dont be afraid to downsize your bait to keep them interested
They grow quickly and remain in the shallows for about two years, and at about age 3, they move to deeper waters
