St Croix Fishing Rods

If you are used to a shorter rod, the first time you use the St. Croix Avid AVC70MF rod you may not like it. I didn’t; I felt the power was a bit light. As I kept using it, I grew to like it so much that I have bought two more. In fact they have become my bait casting rods of choice.  

Advantages 

·         Great  all-around casting rod  

·         Lighter in weight  

·         Power - medium with quick action  

·         7ft long  

·         Holds up even with tough use 

Disadvantages 

·         Estimated Selling Price - $170 

A Guide’s Review 

I use the three I own for many types of fishing.  I rig one with a 12lb PLine with a jig head worm, the second with a 14lb Suffix line with a weightless Senko, and the last on a 15lb PLine and a crank or spinner bait.  

Its featherweight tip permits superb casting of worms and lures. The action is so light that you don’t have to worry about breaking line on hook sets or pulling a plug out of the fish’s mouth. However, it has sufficient backbone to set your hook on worms, spinner and crank baits. This rod can be cast all day without you becoming too tired.    

The seven foot length enables you to take up the line quickly when setting a hook. It also gives you great control which is imperative when you have a fish moving towards you or you’re struggling with a big fish.  

St. Croix makes quality rods; the Avid series is their mid-range series. It holds up quite well under heavy use. In addition, St. Croix offers a super warranty program. 

I use a rod with more power for heavy fishing, but this is my “go-to” rod for the majority of my bass fishing.