15 best spinning rods for jig

The GRFISH brand is known for its budget solutions, but in this case we see a relatively expensive ultralight spinning rod, reviews of which are extremely positive. It is praised for its convenience, quality and reliability. At the same time, if you look at the characteristics, then we see a completely standard rod that does not stand out much from its competitors.

Fishing rod test - from 1 to 7 grams. Assembly design is "very fast". Spinning consists of two sections connected by a plug-in method. The total length in assembled form is 2.1 meters, and in transport it is just over a meter. There is no information about the brand of carbon from which the system is made, which is strange. But we know that the rings are made of SIC material, and the handle is cork. It is the handle that can be called the main advantage. It is large, covering the entire lower part and the area above the coil mount. Otherwise, a regular jig spinning rod that can compete with small pike perch.

If we consider customer reviews as the main argument when choosing, then Lucky John spinning should take first place in the TOP. The manufacturer is really popular, producing the widest range of fishing products. Now we have an ultralight jig spinning rod with a dough from 2 to 9 grams and a permissible line load from 0.9 to 2.7 kilograms.

The length of the rod in assembled form is 2.13 meters, and in transport - 1.1 m. The total weight of the structure is 93 grams. Not the easiest option, but the most flexible and durable.The rod is made of 30T carbon fiber, which is one of the best materials for thin structures. Also included is a case and additional rings made of SIC material. An excellent option for fishing both from a boat and from the shore. The price is not the lowest on the market, but given the strength characteristics, it is quite affordable. Such spinning is bought once and for many years.

DAIWA also made it into the rating with its interesting SWEEPFIRE 702 ULFS rod. Its obvious advantages include the presence of a solid margin of safety for overload, as well as a price that attracts an audience of potential buyers indiscriminately. Possessing a very standard test indicator for baits (2-7 grams), this spinning rod is able to catch far from a small predator from the water depths. Along with perch and ide, chub, pike, pike perch and even trout often “swim” on the jig when it comes to fishing in the current. The mass of the largest trophy can reach over 3 kilograms, although the nominal value of the rod is able to carry a somewhat smaller load. From an ergonomic point of view, the DAIWA SWEEPFIRE 702 ULFS does not present any negative surprises either. With a length of 210 centimeters, the weight of the model is only 135 grams, which practically does not affect hand fatigue when performing frequent casts.

In every sense, a wonderful spinning rod, developed using the advanced technologies of Salmo, did not stand aside. High-modulus graphite 40T was used as the blank material for it, which set the necessary strength indicators and noticeably lightened the model up to 87 grams. The medium-fast action led to good conditions for hooking the rod when biting, as well as the ability to fish in a long cast. But, judging by the reviews of most users, it is better to do this from a boat than from the shore.

The performance of the Salmo TIOGA 1.98 m Light test also received a separate portion of praise. Spinning performs well with baits weighing from 1 to 8 grams, and is able to withstand a load on the line up to a good 3 kilograms. Of course, his abilities cannot be compared with heavier models, but he also knows how to catch mediocre pike, zander and other river predators.

Manufacturers who have already managed to earn a positive reputation for themselves can experiment, thanks to which we get unique designs like the one that is now in front of us. This is a light spinning rod from a popular brand that has a test from 4 to 17 grams. It is made of 30T carbon fiber combined with carbon fiber. The handle is not cork, it is made of EVA material, which is slightly inferior in tactile sensations to cork, but more reliable and durable.

But the main feature of the jig model is the non-standard arrangement of the rings on the rod. They do not stand at the same height, as is often the case. Rings located closer to the coil are at a greater distance, gradually decreasing. According to the developer, such a system should simplify the jig, which involves frequent casts and withdrawals. Also, the fisherman gets the opportunity to better control the wiring.

Goods from the popular Kosadaka brand rarely differ in a democratic price tag. As a rule, these are expensive goods, which not everyone can afford. But there are also TOP spinning rods in the manufacturer's arsenal, which are classified as budget ones. One of them is now in front of us.

Its test is from 3 to 15 grams, which allows you to breed pike perch or other predator weighing up to five kilograms. The design is light, but the characteristics are somewhat outside the scope of this category. However, the brand never limits itself to the established framework. The rod is made of carbon fiber combined with carbon. The system is as strong and reliable as possible, not afraid of even serious overloads.The plug connection is also made in the best possible way. Customer reviews praise the connection system, calling it a unique feature of Kosadaka spinning rods.

Shimano's light medium action rod is the longest in the category, and also, as folk testers have established, the most enduring among opponents. With a length of 270 centimeters, its weight is 210 grams - despite the fact that obviously light XT30 carbon fiber was chosen as the blank material. Perhaps a conscious increase in the mass of the model intervened in order to be able to perceive more intense loads. In the actual test on baits of 3-15 grams, ALIVIO DX 270 L is able to drag fish weighing up to 5-6 kilograms from the depths without being subjected to visible deformations and a critical fracture.

Ergonomics, as well as the visual side, Shimano, as usual, everything is in order. A one-piece cork handle, divided by a DPS reel seat, is responsible for the comfort of the rod grip. And for the ALIVIO DX 270 L, a Shimano Hardlite set consisting of 6 fittings was used as the guides.

The workhorse of Maximus is the cheapest yet most balanced jig rod, extremely popular among professional anglers.With a length of 240 centimeters, its weight is only 152 grams, which gives users ample opportunities for fishing both from the side of the boat and from the shore for long-distance casting. The test for baits in the region of 3-15 grams partially determines the fact that very good specimens of predatory fish, mainly pike, pike perch, trout and salmon, often come across on the hook of the model.

According to users, the Maximus Work Horse X MSWHX24L responds perfectly to jig wiring. This is largely facilitated by the fast action of the rod, which sharply dampens vibrations and gives the wobblers the necessary momentum for movement. I am sincerely pleased with the complete set of the model with a full-fledged case, especially in view of such a low nominal value.

Despite the wide variety of spinning rods on the market today, most of them differ little from each other. The same materials. The same features. But there is Aiko Ranger, who decided to stand out from the crowd.In particular, the rings here are made of a unique Alconite material. It is durable, reliable, not afraid of contact with water and does not break when dropped or hit. True, it is quite expensive, and in terms of quality it is not much ahead of more popular materials.

The construction also uses IM7 carbon fiber, which is rarely found in other manufacturers. It is impossible to call it TOP, since reviews often contain complaints, but it has the best durability indicators. For the rest - the usual spinning jig with dough from 5 to 28 grams. With it, you can bring out pike perch weighing 9 kilograms, but the optimal load has been set at around 7 kg.

It doesn't matter if you fish from a boat or from the shore through dense vegetation - this spinning rod will cope with any task, because despite its involvement in the medium category, it has an increased test of 40 grams. At least, we are convinced of this by the manufacturer, who positions his product as unique.

It uses a special system for placing rings New Guide System. According to it, the rings are located at a strictly measured distance, which allows you to bring out even the largest pike perch, without fear of a structural failure. Plus, the rings themselves are made from the finest Kujira XR Long material. It is strong, lightweight and perfectly withstands long water contracts. And, despite all these advantages, we see quite a budget jig spinning rod, which leads to certain doubts. Yes, the brand is little known and not popular with fishermen. There are also very few reviews about him, which does not allow one hundred percent conclusions to be drawn.

The "vengeful" pole spinning medium-fast action is another recognized ideal in terms of jig fishing. Its blank is based on a very durable composite material, consisting of XT30 carbon fibers and Biofibre organic polymer filaments. Such a combination is the best possible effect on endurance indicators, and also allows you to significantly reduce the weight of the finished product. According to the manufacturers, the nominal loads on the rod should not exceed 7-8 kilograms. However, user reviews indicate a significant excess of this threshold without visible damage to the "wand" itself.

At 240 centimeters in length, the weight of the SHIMANO VENGEANCE BX 240 M is 172 grams, which practically does not affect hand fatigue when casting. By the way, you can fish on it not only from a boat - the range allows you to cast wobblers and spinners directly from the shore without any visible problems.

According to the tradition that has developed in the course of this top, Salmo DIAMOND JIG 35 is one of the most budgetary medium jig spinning rods. It is all the more interesting to observe the superiority of a cheap model in individual components. For example, in strength. As always, the ratio of weight to length in the Salmo spinning rod is the smallest (125 grams to 240 centimeters), which, however, does not interfere with catching a large predator on soft stepped wiring.The test range for lures in DIAMOND JIG 35 is 10-30 grams, which, together with the average action (requiring considerable vigilance from the user), makes fishing interesting and very diverse.

From the ergonomic part, it is worth highlighting the presence of an uncompromising rubber pad on the handle, which excludes any slipping of the spinning rod in the hands. Fortunately, it is not possible to highlight at least some negative qualities in this model - the level of its factory production is very cool.

Some manufacturers in an effort to get into the TOPs often surpass themselves. This is exactly what happened with the Zircon Jig spinning rod from the popular Chinese brand Maximus. When looking at the description of the model, the idea comes that the manufacturer used all the developments in it - his own and other brands. SIC guides have a tulip design, which is considered ideal for heavy models in both shore and boat fishing.They are arranged according to the K-Guide system, which allows you to create the perfect balance.

It is thanks to a set of technologies that spinning looks very unusual. In reviews, it is often called the best in terms of attractiveness, if this aspect is important to someone. There are also no complaints about the overall build quality. Durable IMF-class carbon fiber perfectly copes with the tasks, and a special production technology makes the structure light - only 120 grams - and at the same time flexible.

The best spinning jig does not have to be from a big name brand. For example, the manufacturer Akara is significantly inferior in popularity to the mastodons of the fishing market, but in quality it even surpasses many of them. In the production of this spinning, a special technology is used, abbreviated as UPIT. In short, this is a knurling that makes the material as strong as possible, while maintaining flexibility and mobility. TX-30 carbon fiber is also used here. It is also a relatively new phenomenon that has already gained popularity, but so far rarely used by eminent companies.

Particular attention should be paid to the Kujira XR zirconia rings and their arrangement on the New Guide System blank. The technology has already been tested, is in demand and allows you to perfectly balance the spinning. For heavy models, this is especially important. Without balancing, you are unlikely to pull out a large zander.

The developers from Shimano have always been honest with their audience, and with the release of the JOY XT SPINN 270 MH model, they decided not to deviate from the accepted canons. Contrary to everything that numerous competitors produce, it is this model that can be considered truly heavy - both in terms of its own weight (350 grams) and in terms of the fish caught. Thanks to the plug-in design, the dynamic load ceiling was shifted to the mark of 15 kilograms, which is an unattainable height for current competitors in the rating. In addition, in the description you can see a slightly underestimated test range for baits (15-40 grams). This once again speaks of the honesty of the manufacturer: the sensitivity of the rod begins to appear precisely from the point of 15 grams. As such, there were no objective shortcomings for the JOY XT SPINN 270 MH. Yes, consumers can have arbitrarily many complaints about the excess weight of the model - but that's what it represents a heavy class, right?