We all had to start somewhere when we bought our first rod and most of us started with a 6’6″ – 7′ medium heavy rod. That is what is most commonly sold in stores like Walmart or other common sporting good stores. It’s a good thing we started there though because this category of rods is EXTREMELY versatile. Learn what baits you should be throwing on this setup! All the gear is linked below! Thanks again!
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Gear Used
MY Setup
Ark Essence 7’ MH – http://bit.ly/3hows0C
Shimano SLX 8:2:1 – https://bit.ly/3tLXks9
P Line Tactical Fluoro (12-20lb) – https://bit.ly/3QsFZj8
Good Starting Setup
Abu Garcia Black Max Combo – https://amzn.to/3CRFcnA
P Line Tactical Fluorocarbon (15lb) – P Line Tactical Fluoro (12-20lb) – https://bit.ly/3QsFZj8
Starting Kit Baits
Woo Tungsten 3/16-1/2 Flipping Weight – http://bit.ly/FlippingWeight
Trokar EWG 4/0 Offset Worm Hook – http://bit.ly/3Z5zM1L
Palmetto Bugs – https://bit.ly/3Q9xsSA
(Green Pumpkin, Black and Blue)
Yum Dinger 5” – https://bit.ly/3PDnXvd
(8 pack)
Chatterbaits
Z Man Elite – https://bit.ly/3qn1as5
Z Man Origional – https://bit.ly/3x4ik1w
Frogs
Z Man Leap Frog Walking Frog –https://bit.ly/3QXZAs0
(White knight, Black Knight)
Z Man Leap Frogz Popping Frog – https://bit.ly/3PCLRpt
(Old School)
Spinnerbaits
War Eagle Double Willow – https://bit.ly/3RvLQ7t
(Painted White Chartreuse, Pros Choice, Silver Shiner)
War Eagle Finesse Spinnerbait – https://bit.ly/3EFrWUN
(Spot Remover, Sparkle White Chartreuse)
Swimbait
Megabass Magdraft – https://bit.ly/3FYyNpo
Keitech Fat Swing Impact 2.8-3.3 Swimbait – https://bit.ly/36xRvFy (Electric Shad, white)
Jigs
Z Man Finesse Flipping jig – https://bit.ly/3QCRF2w
Z Man Turbo Craw – https://bit.ly/3Bo3B2C
Topwater
Go To Plopper – https://bit.ly/3AuuOlm
(110 size, Bone, Monkey Butt, Yellow Head)
Go To Buzzbait – https://bit.ly/3yoyYbW
Trailer – https://bit.ly/3Bo3B2C
(Black, White)
My Favorite Tools and Gear
Rock Tamer Mud Flaps System – https://bit.ly/3x25tgG
Favorite Storage Box – https://bit.ly/34F1gDR
Favorite Flip Flops – https://bit.ly/3qPlqU9
Favorite Scissors – https://bit.ly/3rLeTcf
Favorite Sunglasses – https://bit.ly/3CHHBSA
Favorite Scale – https://bit.ly/33Yf6AL
Favorite Split Ring Pliers – https://bit.ly/3Kx91w9
Favorite Pliers – https://bit.ly/3GUJg6L
Fish USA Apparel
Fish USA Mens Hoodie – https://bit.ly/3LnDixU
Fish USA Womens Hoodie – https://bit.ly/3Lks6BV
Fish USA T-Shirt – https://bit.ly/3spJfBE
Fish USA Beenie – https://bit.ly/3B7uFTe
Fish USA Ball Cap – https://bit.ly/3Ja8HSo
1:30 So I just hear you talking about starting out rod and medium heavy rod casting for first time purchasers. What rod in specific are you talking about. Length ? what reel/ gear ratio do you recommend for these medium heavy rods for all the baits you suggested ???
New subber here, much love

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I use a 7'6" medium light extra fast action with a quarter ounce frog from a kayak with GREAT success.
God bless you too! Thanks for the great advice!
I have a 7'4 medium heavy
Love this man! I actually wouldn’t consider myself a beginner per say but I am a beginner to more different power/action rods I just for my first ever Medium powe Fast action rod and my main goal is to use it for treble hook hairs I really love how light it is and how much more bend there is would you say it will do well for me?
thank you for the great advice! but i was wondering if these baits and techniques apply to a Med Heavy fast action spinning rod as well ? just started fishing in June and want to be sure i’m going prepared and not throwing whatever looks good
One thing I really scratch my head over is seeing bass anglers with multiple rods. I use only 1 fishing rod and reel for all my inshore saltwater fishing. Also, there is a plethora of different fish species I can catch with my 1 medium fast action rod for saltwater when bass anglers have multiple rods for the same species of fish. I just don't get why a bass Angler needs 5 to 9 rods. Why not use 1 rod?
Great video! I subbed! Can you do one on a Medium power casting rod as well?! Thks either way.
Thanks this helped me. I subbed too