In need of a whippin rod

[jd_7655]

I went to a few tackle shops looking for a whippin rod but couldn't find one I like. I saw a while back on the forum that someone was making them. I'm looking for something stiff in the 4'-4'6" range with small eyes on it.

Anyone know where I can get one?

[Falco]

Lakeside Tackle almost always has them.

Also, the Gander Mountain in Taylor usually has them.

[radiohead]

I bought the Grapentin St.Clair River Jerkin' Rod. I got them a few years ago at the bait store right next to the Fair Haven DNR launch on M-29. At the time they were $10 cheaper than Lakeside.



I went to a few tackle shops looking for a whippin rod but couldn't find one I like. I saw a while back on the forum that someone was making them. I'm looking for something stiff in the 4'-4'6" range with small eyes on it.

Anyone know where I can get one?

[jd_7655]

I went out to Bluewater bait in Fairhaven tonight. I got there at 5:05 and they were closed. I'll have to swing by there tomarrow maybe I'll check lakeside too on my way back.

[ice fishin nut]

I went to a few tackle shops looking for a whippin rod but couldn't find one I like. I saw a while back on the forum that someone was making them. I'm looking for something stiff in the 4'-4'6" range with small eyes on it.

Anyone know where I can get one?

I'll make ya one if your interested..... Shoot me a pm if ya are.

[radiohead]

Mike I don't think he's talking about one of those "whipping rods" :lol:


I'll make ya one if your interested..... Shoot me a pm if ya are.

[slowpoke]

I went out to Bluewater bait in Fairhaven tonight. I got there at 5:05 and they were closed. I'll have to swing by there tomarrow maybe I'll check lakeside too on my way back.

He stop fishing and I think he will make you a good deal. PM me if you are interested. He lives in Flint.

[ice fishin nut]

Mike I don't think he's talking about one of those "whipping rods" :lol:

You're a funny guy Brian:yikes: Seriously though, about 5 years ago I started making custom rods, just havent advertised it much.

Currently working on finishing up a 12' sturgeon rod for myself. I also ordered all the fixins for a new jigging rod that ought to be SWEET!!!!

Custom rods arent cheap, but they are made "custom" for each particular angler. And knock on wood, I havent had any complaints yet!!!!

Heck, even Bluewater sells my ice fishin rods, which reminds me, I have to get 6 more of them up to him before he changes his mind with this weather and all!!!!:D

[UNREEL]

Save the trip, Bluewater has no whippin rods left, wont have any till march.

[Bob B.]

Get one with the rod blank all the way through to the end of the handle. It will help you feel the sinker hitting bottom better.........Bob B.

[Laid Back 57]

Not sure if they make custom rod's anymore,but the last three whipping rods I had made were done at Angler Rod and Reel in St.Clair.Thinking about having them make another one up for this Spring.

[radiohead]

Didn't know that Mike...I'll spread the word!


You're a funny guy Brian:yikes: Seriously though, about 5 years ago I started making custom rods, just havent advertised it much.

Currently working on finishing up a 12' sturgeon rod for myself. I also ordered all the fixins for a new jigging rod that ought to be SWEET!!!!

Custom rods arent cheap, but they are made "custom" for each particular angler. And knock on wood, I havent had any complaints yet!!!!

Heck, even Bluewater sells my ice fishin rods, which reminds me, I have to get 6 more of them up to him before he changes his mind with this weather and all!!!!:D

[brett74]

I bought the Grapentin St.Clair River Jerkin' Rod. I got them a few years ago at the bait store right next to the Fair Haven DNR launch on M-29. At the time they were $10 cheaper than Lakeside.

I have a grapentin rod and don't care for it. I think that it is too stiff. I would like to try something with a little action in the rod tip. Ice fishin nut pm sent.

[PencilPlugger]

I'm looking for something stiff in the 4'-4'6" range with small eyes on it. Just wondering why you prefer small eyelets???

I would suggest getting a custom one built exactly to your needs. Everyone has their own preferences and it will also depend on the area you fish because the current speed varies quite a bit along the river.

[ice fishin nut]

Didn't know that Mike...I'll spread the word!

I appreciate that!!!!:D

[GEE4]

There is a place in Chesterfield off of 23 mile and I-94 west of 94 and north off of 23. It is called M&M's they make custome whipping rods. They are kinda of expensive though.