optimum spinning rod for plastic trout worms

[40yr.BATCHMAN]

I have a stradic c14 with 2lb. Izor and was wondering what length rod would do the best job when using trout worms and minijigs,also is a flourocarbon leader needed when using 2lb. Izor? Any input would be greatly appreciated as this type of fishing is brand new to me. Thanks

[kirkboat]

i like 7' to 7'6"....purchase the highest end rod that you can afford..the phenix mirage and elixer are great...

[wackyrigged]

I like my St. croix 7 foot ml 4-10.G loomis is more expensive and I think you can get away with a 6-12 rated one because they have better tips.No leader for me just straight 2lb mono works great. Izor is good but I use Maxima as it is sold locally where Izor is not P line is a far but 3rd choice.

[I M Hooked]

Unless youre throwing that trout worm on a 32nd or 64th jig head its a little different than the rods used for micro jigging. Especially if you are going to be drop shotting. The Elixir and the Iron Feather are sweet for swimming a micro jig. They were made so you have superb control with minute twiching while swimming a jig, along with extreme sensitivity for those super light taps and even short bites, but to be honest that is a bit overkill if you are dragging a drop shot weight, or even any size larger than a bb split shot.

[40yr.BATCHMAN]

Thanks for your input,i bought a mirage m771-1. This rod should be a ton of fun to fish with especially the small plastics.i can't wait to feel this rod with a load on it. Thanks again

[PUDD MASTER BAITER]

for trout worms any lighter drop shot rod is perfect for dropshotting ,and carolina rig for trout worms.i would also suggest a longer noodle 8ft to 8.5 ft 2lb to 6lb.using floats 6ft to 8ft.tag ,with a light jig head,mini dropshot,or lightcarolina rigs below the float.the float will move with the chop, and wind,and drift ,and shake your worms slowly.you will catch trout,redears,bluegills,crappie,and bass......good luck.....mike the pmb....

[BackReel909]

Good Choice...I have that same rod and like it alot.I wouldn't use a leader , just run straight 2lb. and it should be fine.Good luck and have fun breaking in your new rod...

[billy b]

I was very disappointed with my Phenix Mirage bought late last year. I have about 10 GLooms but there was nothing available over 7 foot. So I bought a 7'6' Mirage ... which I was told is better than the older version Elixir. Come to find out that the Phenix is only longer because it has a longer butt ... which gets in the way of using compared to my 7 foot GL. FWIW ... I think Phenix is misrepresenting their product. I also wonder why so many are up for sale on this board.

I'll probably put it up for sale as soon as I find a good custom rod maker.

[Gator]

If your used to fishing fast light graphite rods the Elixir may have been a better choice. I just picked up a 7'6" Elixir and really like it. Super sensative perfect float tube rod. It matches well with a stella or CI4 1000.

[Marley]

I was very disappointed with my Phenix Mirage bought late last year. I have about 10 GLooms but there was nothing available over 7 foot. So I bought a 7'6' Mirage ... which I was told is better than the older version Elixir. Come to find out that the Phenix is only longer because it has a longer butt ... which gets in the way of using compared to my 7 foot GL. FWIW ... I think Phenix is misrepresenting their product. I also wonder why so many are up for sale on this board.

I'll probably put it up for sale as soon as I find a good custom rod maker.

Three of my Phenix rods broke before I had the chance to sell them, one of them on the first fish. My last rod is a 5'6" Elixer that is a fish-killing machine, although it takes a long time to do it. Maybe it was just an early-era issue that was fixed? I hope so. One of the nicest-feeling sticks I have yet to pull on was GLoomis, can't recall the model. When it comes time for a new FW rod, that's where I will go.