Want To Fish The Megabass Magdraft? Use These Rods!

[@rogercastle2434]

Perfect pitch is an all around badass rod. That blank is incredible! I also love my Mark56 for smaller swimbaits! Perfect pitch should be in everyone’s boat!

[@nickminderman7380]

I just bought the 7’4 Valkyrie to enter the bigger swim bait game and OMG I’m in love with this thing. I’m mag drafting, jigs, frogs. It’s actually a very versatile rod.

[@alcav54]

This swimbait rabbit hole keeps getting deeper and deeper!

[@thehookuptackle_usa]

Down and down it goes!

[@Cody2nd]

It doesn’t have to be lmao….don’t think you need all this crap and what’s under the kitchen sink to swimbait fish…..guys were catching mid teeners with spinning gear with big swim baits back in the early days…..companies wanna sell you a niche rod and reel now for every single bait on the market…..that’s the way literally every hobby is now from archery to fishing to anything else…..just trying to get all they can out of the people before this country goes belly up…..

[@wpgordone352]

MAN !!! You Guys are FANTASTIC !!! You just NAIL EVERY SINGLE VIDEO !!! I LOVED THIS !!! I really Appreciate the Information yall gave on the Magdrafts and the Best Rods suited for each !! Thanks So Much , Fellows !!!

[@thehookuptackle_usa]

Thank you for watching man! 👍🍻

[@ananyamore8746]

Rod/reel combo with fishing kit as an emergency setup kzbin.infoUgkxntWMOZsO1Zfv-pdn_XuffEtNkTYAYu4Z recommend but started to use this every day. The rod is thick and seems durable. I keep it neatly tucked into a regular backpack all the time with my fishing gear, and can grab it anytime, put it on my back and go anywhere. I just read in another review that the rod length below the reel is adjustable as well, so I will try that too for even more portability. Probably the best setup I've ever owned. I lost the cap for the eyelets, but no big deal since I still have the black cloth sheath that came for the pole and I use that. Very portable and high quality.

[@John_D2]

That place looks like a tackle snobs dream , lol. Thanks for the swimbait vids , I love them.

[@thehookuptackle_usa]

Thank you for watching!

[@spankymcbee0903]

As Megabass experts, I would love to hear your thoughts and critiques on the TS Hunting Weapon.

[@MichaelRomero]

Perfect timing for this video I just got a few magdrafts 6in a couple days ago. And was wondering what rod and reel set up to use.

[@thehookuptackle_usa]

Awesome! Enjoy the Mag's! 🍻

[@scottwieder7482]

Freestyle feels perfect on the Wildbunch

[@dickiehoskins9835]

You think I can get away with a 7’3 heavy rod that goes 3/8oz to 1 1/2oz for the 6”magdraft. Love that you came out with this video. Thank you

[@thehookuptackle_usa]

Without knowing the exact rod, I'd say probably. The 6" isn't that big so should be good to go on a rod like that. More important is the tip for casting.

[@dickiehoskins9835]

@@thehookuptackle_usa gotcha it’s a fast tip rod. I appreciate you answering my question

[@IV-fad]

Absolutely love my Dragoon! It’s a power fishing dream in general with the utility to throw some swimbaits. The real seat feels so comfy and sleek too.

[@thehookuptackle_usa]

Glad you dig the Dragoon too!! 🍻

[@glxbe]

have you ever tried a heavy glass rod (like the Evergreen combat stick) with the magdraft? I was considering testing it out because of the treble hook. I know people use them for jackhammers so I'm sure the hookset would be fine

[@JoeyBasstard]

Have you used the mag draft on the jackhammer rod? If so, how did you like it?

[@BravoJoe604]

Great video buddy

[@kenbrown5449]

I didn't even know I needed to know this stuff! What are your thoughts on throwing the 6" Freestyle on the Teq Bac? (I'm going to set it up to throw tomorrow but I'd like your take on it) Thanks in advance!

[@darrensmith8091]

Rebellion 7’6” Heavy works great for 6” freestyle.

[@Bad_Agent01]

What do think of Phenix rods? Compared to megabass

[@maxcole3930]

Magdrafts are great baits all sizes! I throw my 8 &10 on the same diawa swimbait rod. It handles both sizes great. I just use a jig rod for the 6". I fish them all on bottom alot without harnesses

[@thehookuptackle_usa]

Thank you for watching, and for the feedback! 🍻

[@maxcole3930]

I definitely enjoy your channel, I'm always looking forward to what's new on Sunday mornings, unless I'm out int he kayak fishing I'm am watching them otherwise I lose track of time & watch them later. I would love to walk around your store just little far for me in SC! If I'm ever out that way I'll definitely make it a point to stop by

[@marcusvidrine7688]

I’ve been throwing the 8 & 10” Mag on the new Cookai 7’10” rod and it is absolutely amazing. Have you or any of the guys at the shop been using the Cookai rods? Specifically the 7 10?

[@thehookuptackle_usa]

No, they sold out too fast! I bet it's amazing though! It felt perfect for those!

[@hawkeyefishguy]

Best rod to throw the 6” and freestyle models and once and awhile the 8”?

[@SavageVoyageur]

What about the perfect rod for huge Ontario Pike?

[@Danyang1]

I know you guys said the black jack can handle the 6oz range. Would you recommend throwing a islide 262, or a 250 on that rod? How does it handle the treble hook baits?

[@bassinbilliards6279]

When I think off swimbaits going into spawn it's the Magdraft, Trashfish and hudd. Yes you have the larger keitech but I'm talking actual swimbait from 6"-8".

[@thehookuptackle_usa]

👍🍻

[@15datta]

Here comes a question from Germany, I fish for zander (walleye) and need your advice on rods that have a crisp transmission over the bottom, I jig bait from 3/8 to 1.1/4 oz and rod length can be between 7 feet To 8'6" I fish mostly from shore. Your advice would definitely help me, thanks.

[@gussk8e]

I have a 7’11” xh 1-5oz extra fast flipping rod. Do you think this rod is overkill for these swim baits?

[@JDOdomiv]

How about the destroyer poker? You didn’t discuss that as an option. I only throw weedless baits for soft plastics so I use the freestyle down here in Florida around heavy vegetation. Been eyeballing that rod lately for frogging and soft plastics. Wish it was a couple inches longer though. Like a 7’4”-7’5” would be perfect for me. Also an 8” freestyle would be great if you can but a bug in megabass’s ear. Just curious of your thoughts on it. Thanks.

[@randyjob5769]

I adore my tequila Baccarrac, so much so that I find myself trying to get more rods very similar to it

[@thehookuptackle_usa]

Awesome! Glad you're into that one!! 🍻

[@JL050]

Ok so I'm trying to pack my King of Baccarat in the sleeve for a trip but how in the world do you take the two pieces apart?! I'm glad it is stuck in there but kind of pointless when you can't take it back apart to store in the sleeve. Am I missing a specific step or just need to apply more muscle?

[@wesxproductions2685]

How does the tequila baccarat handle 3-4oz glides?

[@valentinmalinin]

What can you say about Valkyrie World Expedition? I'd love to use TS Destroyer, but I need at least a two piece or better a 3 or 4 piece rod.

[@thehookuptackle_usa]

The 8' is super dope. The 7'11" could do the 8" also. I dig the Valkyrie for sure.

[@valentinmalinin]

@@thehookuptackle_usa thanks, that's all I needed to hear. Gonna try to get one this year, the price seems sweet as well for a JDM rod.

[@jddarby007]

Timely as I am trying to commit myself to throwing big swimbaits more often.

[@thehookuptackle_usa]

You could start with small swimbaits - like the 6" Magdraft. It's an easy one to get bit on!

[@te6688]

Does the 7'4" Heavy/Mod-Fast Poison Adrena have enough power to fish the magdraft freestyle? Was thinking of pairing that rod with a Zillion HD 7:1 reel and straight 15 lb. Tatsu for an all-around small swimbait (i slide 135, Working Class Zero 6" Battle shad, 6" magdraft, gantarel jr, Deps 145, etc.) setup (whether that involves trebles or single hook weedless rigging- baits within that 1-1.5 oz. range). I'm a smallmouth fisherman primarily so don't need to be throw anything bigger than 6"... Are there any modifications you would make to this rod/reel/line combo to make it best suited for this application?

[@thehookuptackle_usa]

Its definitely a good option for the rigged 6", but the freestyle is going to struggle on that rod as it's pretty soft through the middle.

[@te6688]

@@thehookuptackle_usa good to know before I make a decision on a new rod- hard when you can’t feel them in person. Do you feel like the new p5 mark 56 would be better for the single hook weedless rigs than that PA? Is there a lightweight 7’4” or 7’6” rod you could recommend for 6” mag draft freestyle? Or maybe the conquest 905c?

[@johngore3484]

Would you throw baits other than the magdraft on the leviathan? If so how heavy of a bait would you go? What size reel and line size to throw these baits? I am looking to get into all types of swimbaits. I’ve started with the 6” magdraft and looking to upscale. Thank you Ben!

[@troycote9447]

Get a Dobyns Champion XP 806 or the fury 806 if you're on a budget. Best bang for your buck. I'm waiting for one right now.

[@marcogonzalez2914]

You forgot to mention the orchi xxx 70 destruction. It’s prefect for the 6” and skipping docks :D

[@thehookuptackle_usa]

I didn't forget, it's discontinued so I stayed with current models. Its a great one though!

[@bellvue86]

Hi Ben, i live down under in Australia do you have any other rods/brands you recommend to throw the 6 and 8 inch magdraft?? Find it hard to get magbass rods down here.

[@MrSwinginjoe]

What would you use the Orochi Launcher for? I recently bought one.

[@thehookuptackle_usa]

The Launcher is a deep crank rod. An amazing one too! It can also toss a small glide.

[@michealbutsko9912]

So would that pitch perfect work well with s wavers , gantral Jr and smaller bull shads ?

[@chadtindell4388]

Hey Ben, can you and griff do a episode on mega bass jig rods please thanks bro

[@ryanjofre]

I’m getting a like new Levantine leviathan for $150 from a local guy. I’m gonna use it for 6” Magdraft, 10” Magdraft and Savage Gear bluegills!😱😱

[@jayd2535]

I’m all for this

[@thehookuptackle_usa]

Sweet!

[@SoCoFISHING]

Which rod would you recommend to throw a 6-8 inch mag draft and a glide bait? Is there one rod that works well for both applications?

[@thehookuptackle_usa]

You could use the rods we listed for 8" Mags as glide bait rods as well.

[@rutvegasr0cker687]

I own the VKC7’4”H+ I have not tried my 8” Magdraft on it yet…. It will throw a Deps Slide Swimmer 175 3oz. Bait and does it well. 6” Trash Fish with 1/4oz. 6/0 beast hook, mag-cranks too. That rod has so much power but a regular taper. You can do a lot with that rod like Ben said, I can fish around docks and cover. Then turn around and bomb a cast to open water.

[@johngutkoska634]

Is there a lavonte good for the 6in magdraft. Doing some investigating for a future purchase. Ordering the lavonte tour versatile next week if it's not sold out yet.🤞🤯 I just got the lavonte shaky head rod. I fell in love instantly. Have a ton of megabass lures and have been using them for a while. Think it's time to get some good quality beautiful rods. So far my best rods have been the st. Croix Legend tournaments. I like them and have nothing bad to say about them. I just think the megabass rods feel a lot better. They are definitely eye candy with amazing attention to detail.

[@thehookuptackle_usa]

The Perfect Pitch can handle it. EMTF can handle it also.

[@cheyennejankowski79]

I know you didn't mention it cause its out of stock, but the Carbon Head Wild Bunch is great for the 6". Anything bigger I like Tequila Baccarat or Black Jack. 🍻

[@thehookuptackle_usa]

I didn't mention it because its discontinued. But you're right, it's a great rod!

[@cheyennejankowski79]

@@thehookuptackle_usa so sad…

[@stripervince1]

I have a few and they're ok as far as swimbaits go. But not as good as a 10 inch Huddleston trout. Or nowhere near as good as a 6 inch castaic platinum trout. By far the best lure ever made for monster stripers

[@bobbybaker5304]

Would the Vatalion 190 push the Tequila Baccarat to far?

[@CODCritic101]

7’6 7’9

[@gstixfishing9746]

Power house of rods.

[@pewpewrn7565]

No love for my hunting weapon! Lol

[@East619]

Can I throw the 6 inch and 8 inch with the st croix bassx xxheavy?

[@gregoryjones9071]

What happened to the reel recommendation!?!... im already out of $499.00 - we may as well make it a grand!.. im going to rehab!!

[@thehookuptackle_usa]

Haha! Maybe I'll do that next week!

[@danejohnson3995]

@@thehookuptackle_usa Didn’t Geoff do one several months back or so where he went over 200+ sized reels?

[@danejohnson3995]

Yeah, so the short answer is that you’re going to want the Shimano Antares DC MD XG. You’re welcome.

[@gregoryjones9071]

@@danejohnson3995 thanks DANE!... now I gotta go BACK to REHAB for a second session!... im hooked man!.. no pun intended

[@TerpDerp]

What Magdrafts will the Mark 56 be capable of throwing?

[@thehookuptackle_usa]

6 and 8"

[@sangvang1985]

Damn I went to check your website because I thought your shop had the Black Jack instock, but I guess not lol

[@fingraham44]

When’s the 5” returning?? 🤬

[@thehookuptackle_usa]

It's not looking good for that one.

[@nickcosta88]

🍻🍻🍻

[@artofjourney]

Jv

[@llllll-ux2lz]

Man its all a money grab!!! i used a mag on a 7ft med 50$casting rod with a dc slx reel have no problem landing 3-6lbers

[@swamp_rat_fla1126]

I’m shocked your cheap ass even bought the magdraft. Sorry you are only catching 3-6 lb bass.

[@North.Country.Fishing]

Always bait-caster biased videos

[@mandalorej9139]

You guys are kinda baitcaster bias how about a video of spinning rods for the magdrafts

[@richardbumpuscjf347]

The things your talking about are important however I challenge you really learn what makes a good rod. For example; are those rods on spine? Are they wrapped correctly? What kind of real seat do they have? How do we know the line guides are any good? Show us that those high end rods are worth the money. Spine them and let’s see if they’re made anywhere near correctly.