If You Could Only Pick One... How To Choose A Good All-Around Panfish Rod

Scroll DOWN for product links! Does the perfect do-it-all panfish rod really exist? The answer is, of course, no. There are too many techniques that work well for panfish to cover them all with one rod, however, there IS one rod that does a pretty good job of covering as many as possible and that's what I'm breaking down in this video.
Links:
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Diawa Revros Spinning Reel: amzn.to/4cZhlTn
Eurotackle Microfinesse Braid: amzn.to/3U0LitL
Eurotackle Switch Rig: amzn.to/3VZSqJq

[@swamp_rat_fla1126]

If you’re on a budget, the Bass Pro Shops Elite Panfish rod is a steal at $79.00. Lot of great choices with lengths, power, and actions. I agree with the 2000 size reels. Love my Daiwa Kage 2000. Great video! 👍🏻👍🏻

[@calebwistad]

Good to know!

[@ademtagani-rz7cl]

I prefer using an UL or L with 1000 or 2000 reel and 6 lb braid maximum, but each person has their own preferences that work for them. Great video, very informational 👍

[@calebwistad]

Yep! Everyone has their reasons

[@stevenherriges4296]

Great vid Caleb, super insightful. Especially on fast vs moderate rods.

[@calebwistad]

Thanks! Glad to hear it was helpful.

[@Moondog9322]

Enjoyed that...extremely informative. Thanks!

[@calebwistad]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@drdavewi]

Thanks Caleb! I've started making my own rods and will search for a blank that matches your recommendations.

[@calebwistad]

Nice!

[@daleley7645]

Thanks for the info!

[@calebwistad]

You bet!

[@thesteveshowfoodfestroadtest]

Killer fishing tips that I've applied to my Steve Show fishing adventures!

[@calebwistad]

Nice!

[@joshlampe3458]

Love it, good info and it is similar to my experience. I have a SC panfish series rod, but I don't use it anymore as I found my legend x in ML is better in every way, which is also my main walleye rod. There is no benefit to getting a super light jelly rod unless you can't figure out how to keep a fish pinned, and you have things other than rod to worry about if that is the case. The more sensitivity the better on panfish, it can help the experienced angler tell between a bump and a bite.

[@calebwistad]

Right on! A good quality rod is key for sure.

[@dewaynemeyer1446]

Thanks again for your help....

[@calebwistad]

You bet!

[@gillgetter3004]

About any light action rod you got will do, don’t use line over 6lb. That’s my opinion 👍

[@calebwistad]

It will, but there are definitely ones that will work better than others.

[@bluesky5587]

Great content

[@calebwistad]

Thanks!

[@mikedurand8286]

Another informative video. Excellent content and explanation of the details. Why do you not recommend a braid mainline tied to a fluorocarbon leader?

[@calebwistad]

Thanks! I do recommend tying the braid to the flouro but just not with an FG knot on the lighter line.

[@phillipbooth787]

i use a ml shimano stimula, 6'6" paired with a shimano nexave 20/2000 size reel and 6lb braid. not a dedicated panfish guy, but it makes for a fun day with my boy

[@calebwistad]

I bet!

[@albertotheturkeyguy]

Do you put backing on your braid. If so how big and how much

[@calebwistad]

Everything you need to know right here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/jJWVopaNhqeKa5Ysi=zjVhDHBn10D0okjU

[@strangleholdoutdoors]

Yeah, it's called a Barbie rod from Walmart you'd actually be surprised!

[@calebwistad]

😂

[@billnordby3142]

So I’m new Explain reel size What is a 2000

[@calebwistad]

It’s just the sizing for spinning reels in general, sort of like 1500, 2500 etc for pickups.

[@billnordby3142]

@@calebwistad so what are the specifics if thst is my question? P

[@zveryok1]

You gotta go JDM for ultralights.

[@calebwistad]

Are those Diawa?

[@zveryok1]

​@calebwistad Well Daiwa is Japanese but not really JDM. Yamaga Blanks, Tenryu, Evergreen are your top dogs. Evergreen being the best ultralight in the world with the price tag that shows it. Try Tenryu Lunakia 6'10. Sharp, weighs 2 oz, not a noodle at all. Very, very sensitive. Alternatively, Yamaga Blanks Blue Current or Blue Current III lines. Blue Current is the higher end with much better blanks and torzite guides. Will only run you $300 or so. Blue Current III is more budget friendly but still amazing. Better than the best US ultralights.

[@bluesky5587]

@@calebwistadno ….different manufactures ,,,,ie Japanese domestic market ,,,jdm …great deals now as yen is a good rate to dollar. Troutmagnetman here on utube got me interested. These rods will also handle bass that you may catch when panfish fishing. You would like the shimano soare xr or my favorite..tenryu lunakia 6.10 medium light tubular tip.

[@davemathis4215]

No US company makes a good panfish rod just bass based rods , my biggest gripe is why can’t we get a good ultra light here , an 80 dollar Japanese rod is 200 times better than a 500 dollar Us rod period end of story that’s it .

[@victorsimonsen921]

do the deep dives

[@calebwistad]

Would you consider this not a deep dive?

[@victorsimonsen921]

yes but i mean do one for smallmouth rods and more thanks for sharing

[@davemathis4215]

The US does not make a true panfish rod , if you even get a 80 dollar Japanese rod it’s better than a 1000 dollar us rod , we have to fix this because I would like to see America compete…

[@calebwistad]

And where do you get your Japanese fishing rods?

[@davemathis4215]

@@calebwistad Jdm America

[@davemathis4215]

@@calebwistad JDM America

[@davemathis4215]

JDM tackle heaven , Amazon has major craft rods for a hundred bucks 1000 times better than that American pan fish rod