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Title: Short Rods 17” - 18”
Post by: Downthehole on January 30, 2018, 07:15:59 AM
All,

I’ve been interested in using a shorter rod (17” - 18”) for some time now however; the choices are pretty slim. The St Croix Legend Silver/Gold series have been discontinued and replaced with the Legend Black series which has a 17” model. There is also an Avid Ice Rod that has an 18” option. Otherwise, looking at other brands I can’t find anything else.

Does anyone know of other makes/models that are shorter?

Andy
Title: Re: Short Rods 17” - 18”
Post by: 30inthabucket on January 30, 2018, 07:57:42 AM
 I've got several shorter rods. They are hard to find but they are out there. I have a couple clam but I know they are discontinued. And no.8 tackle co used to have a couple models but I'm not sure if they still make them or not. Check eBay if you can't find em anywhere else. I believe a shorter rod is critical on Indian for jigging panfish. Gives you a lot more control. Let me know if you can't find anything. I might have an extra one
Title: Re: Short Rods 17” - 18”
Post by: Blackcat86 on January 30, 2018, 08:41:11 AM
Amazon has St. Croix and Fenwick; 16" - 17", pricey.
Title: Re: Short Rods 17” - 18”
Post by: holehopper on January 30, 2018, 09:01:10 AM
look into 13 fishing rods (maker of the black betty ice reel)they have a good selection available,look on Fish usa.............. ;) ;) ;)
Title: Re: Short Rods 17” - 18”
Post by: slabslayer on January 30, 2018, 09:21:27 AM
I use a 17” Jason Mitchell “sight Fishing” rod (still in production) when I go short.  This year I’ve been experimenting with longer (30”+) rods. Seeing if staying back from the hole would change anything, seems the bass like it.  Been killing them. But lure control is a little better with short rods.  Thinking this might be why my panfish totals might be off from normal. I’ve still lost count on panfish, but something is off my normal. Way more shorts than I usually get.
Title: Re: Short Rods 17” - 18”
Post by: Gill261 on January 30, 2018, 09:21:37 AM
I think frabill and ht have 18iin rods
Title: Re: Short Rods 17” - 18”
Post by: Downthehole on January 30, 2018, 01:45:07 PM
Let me know if you can't find anything. I might have an extra one

Thanks - I think I may go with the St Croix Legend Black if I can't find anything else. I guess I may have to dig a little deeper.
Title: Re: Short Rods 17” - 18”
Post by: Downthehole on January 30, 2018, 01:46:05 PM
Thanks for the advice guys - I'm going to dig a little deeper over the next few days and I'll post what I find....

Andy
Title: Re: Short Rods 17” - 18”
Post by: Downthehole on January 31, 2018, 07:30:27 PM
I went on the manufactures sites and most of them have the shorter rods. It seems that a lot of the online stores don’t carry them hence thinking the pickings are slim.

Thanks for all the advice on this guys!
Title: Re: Short Rods 17” - 18”
Post by: quackpot on January 31, 2018, 09:37:34 PM
I can go through the rod bags and see what I have, there must be something in there. I'm sure there are some old school ones that would be reels taped on. I'll check tomorrow and let you know.
Title: Re: Short Rods 17” - 18”
Post by: Ntoiceman36 on February 01, 2018, 07:08:11 AM
Your gear is very limited Mr Quackpot I would hold onto those you might need them. ;D
Title: Re: Short Rods 17” - 18”
Post by: Downthehole on February 01, 2018, 05:31:02 PM
I can go through the rod bags and see what I have, there must be something in there. I'm sure there are some old school ones that would be reels taped on. I'll check tomorrow and let you know.

It’s ok Bobby, I have a couple to look at at the show. Whatevver I get I want to put on the St Croix style spring bobbers because I like them. I have figured out hoe to do that...
Title: Re: Short Rods 17” - 18”
Post by: quackpot on February 01, 2018, 07:12:09 PM
Nate you know I have plenty of rods, I think about 65 or so.
Title: Re: Short Rods 17” - 18”
Post by: slabslayer on February 01, 2018, 07:34:38 PM
I’m staying out of this one! ;D
Title: Re: Short Rods 17” - 18”
Post by: Downthehole on February 01, 2018, 08:44:36 PM
I’m staying out of this one! ;D

Joel, they all have them....just think of a new St Croix, Frabil, Clam, HT Enterprises, No 8 Tackle Company or, 13 Fishing short rod. Think of the enjoyment you’ll get out of one. Think of the extra space in your shanty when you go from 24” to 18.” Think of the reduced stress on your wrist as you jig with a lighter rod. Think of the magic glide up and down as you jig. Think of the extra catch and the lighter bite you’ll be able to detect. Think of the the fight with the shorter rod. Think of the view of that fish coming into your ice hole. Think of how you caught it with your short rod. OMG you need one, you have to have one. Even though you probably have a few....you need one more!
Title: Re: Short Rods 17” - 18”
Post by: slabslayer on February 01, 2018, 09:03:53 PM
I like the way you think!!!!  I can always use more. 5 in that size just isn’t enough!  ;D
Title: Re: Short Rods 17” - 18”
Post by: Downthehole on February 01, 2018, 09:11:26 PM
I like the way you think!!!!  I can always use more. 5 in that size just isn’t enough!  ;D

LOL!
Title: Re: Short Rods 17” - 18”
Post by: 30inthabucket on February 02, 2018, 05:24:53 AM
They are fun Andy. I don't know if you saw my 16 inch UL when we were crappie fishing that day but it's a blast to fish with. Catching a keeper saugeye on it was awesome.  ;D
Title: Re: Short Rods 17” - 18”
Post by: Downthehole on February 02, 2018, 06:20:59 AM
They are fun Andy. I don't know if you saw my 16 inch UL when we were crappie fishing that day but it's a blast to fish with. Catching a keeper saugeye on it was awesome.  ;D

Yep, I saw it...that’s what put me onto them....