How to choose a spinning rod for microjig: criteria, budget and top models for 2023

Microjig spinning fishing is the pinnacle that not every angler can conquer. And the point is not only that this is a complex type of fishing art associated with sports. And also in the fact that microjig requires the use of the most sensitive blanks, which for the most part are not cheap.
But with proper understanding and experience, as well as knowledge of the theoretical foundations, it is possible to choose a high-quality spinning rod for microjig, and it is quite within the budget range. Especially important is the financial aspect for beginners who are just beginning their acquaintance with fishing with micrushu rubber and it is far from the fact that this type of fishing is called “go in”. This means that it is not rational for a beginner to spend money on very expensive ultralight gear of the top range. The choice of an ultra-light microjig rod is the first question that should be decided if you plan to fish with small silicone lures with a weight of up to 5 grams (a typical standard microjig is in the range of 1-5 grams, up to 1 gram – nanojig, over 1 gram – already an average jig) … A correctly selected form not only increases the chance of a bite and further successful fishing,- the ultralight jig turns into an aesthetic pleasure largely due to the correctly selected blank.
A good micro-jig spinning rod should tap into the finger everything that happens with the bait under water [/ caption] What you should pay attention to when choosing a micro-jig rod, what parameters you need to consider and which models in the budget, middle and top price range should be preferred for different conditions as of 2021?

Theoretical base for beginners

Microjig rods differ not only in dough, length and action. Also important are the type of tip, the direction of fishing (rockfish, mebaru, area and others), blank material, weight, line test. In addition, in order to make an informed choice in the store, you need to understand the terminology, understand the markings and inscriptions applied to the spinning rods.

UL spinning rods categories

The first and most popular category is
Rockfish (rock fishing) spinning rods, originally aimed at sea fishing. Two directions of rods for easy microjig fishing are distinguished in it – ajing (
Aji , horse mackerel) and mebaring (
Mebaru , – sea bream) rods. Mebaru rods have a hard butt part and a lively soft tip that plays back the wiring of microjig lures as in the water column (
pelagic) and tapping on the bottom. Microjigits are primarily interested in furniture sticks, for Major Craft this is the N-One series, for example, and for Graphiteleader – Finezza. The classic furniture spinning Major Craft of the N-One series is well suited for fishing with microjig lures: https://youtu.be/TEsxgVxYkjk Aging blanks are stiffer and more resonant sticks, and are more suitable for animation of wobblers and lures, where twitch movements and mebarings will be needed fail, especially at the top of the dough. Aji have a fast action, they are sensitive to play in the hand.

Tactile VS Visual – who are you? Aging horse mackerel spinning rods clearly act tactilely in the hand, but do not provide visual control of the lure at the tip of the rod, especially with lures from the lower test range. While Mebarov sticks act out with a sensitive tip everything that happens with a bait and a weight under water – from falling to the bottom, to any obstacles and bites. Ie, the emphasis is on visuals. What to choose in rockfishing is a matter of taste. Any type of letterhead takes some getting used to.

For microjig fishing with the smallest silicone lures, softer Area Trout rods can be used
. Many series of these rods have a snotty slow action. A striking representative of such sticks is the Graphiteleader Belleza. Naturally, such a rod can only be used with the smallest lures on a uniform or stepped drive. No jerks, tosses and any animation in principle. But there is also a plus – the maximum sensitivity at the lower border of the dough, the ideal mating of fish and the minimum number of retirements.

It is worth noting that slow action blanks have a very narrow application, and in most cases they will not be suitable for a beginner.

Spinning tip type – tabular or solid?

Tubular is a classic one-piece, not glued-in tip of a hollow type. Spinning rods with these tips allow you to work in the entire dough range, but are especially effective in the middle and tops. That is, for example, spinning with a dough of 0.5-5 grams, then the most effective work will be in the range of 1.5-5 grams. The lower end will feel bad, especially at long distances, but on the other hand, in the middle-upper test, the stick will work clearly and loudly, without failures.
Solid – glued-in tip of the nodded type, allows you to work better on the lower border of the dough. It will fall through the tops and, accordingly, lose sensitivity and be completely turned off from the animation process, it falls especially deeply in the upper border of the test. White glue is a clear sign of Solid type rods [/ caption] Solid rods, in turn, are subdivided into three types depending on the type of stiffness:

1. Short Type Solid (marking on the rods, abbreviation ShS). Forms with shortened inserts. Blanks of this type are tougher and more aggressive than regular solid (S).
2. Soft Type Solid (SS marking). The softest of the solids, the so-called “noodles”. For mormishing and rubber micro-nozzles – pieces of worms, twisters.
3. Hard Type Solid (HS mark). Spinning rod with a rigid tip. In terms of behavior, such sticks are closer to the ajing type. They feel good lures in the middle-upper test. Hard-solid backs are the most delicate and sonorous in the hand.

Good to know! From well-known manufacturers of spinning rods, popular series of ultralight blanks, including microjig ones, are produced with different types of tips. Tubular Tip and Solid Tip, the second type is optionally available in Short Type Solid Tip, Soft Type Solid Tip and Hard Type Solid Tip.

When choosing the type of rod, the microjiger should take into account the conditions in which it is planned to fish in most cases. For fishing on reservoirs without a current on the lightest jigs and heads (up to 2.5-3 grams) of the smallest representatives of the underwater world (okushat and various whites), it is worth giving preference to the soft and most sensitive Solid rods. When fishing with aggressive types of wiring, as well as in a strong current, using jig heads from 2 grams and more (up to 5-7 grams), the solid blank will be overloaded and turned off from the game. In such conditions, a more rigid and sonorous Mebar of fast tuning is needed. For the first experience, it is worth choosing a universal balanced ultralight microjig spinning rod with the HardSolid tip type. This type of blank works tolerably well on small scales from 1-1.5 grams and very well with a weight of 2-5 grams,both on the current and on stagnant bodies of water with the use of steps, tosses, pulls and other types of microjig animation.

Tabular tips are more sensitive than solid ones. Chuika in hand – tabular. The tabular spin works all over the form at the same time, while the solid wins back initially by inserting, and only then works along the entire length. This is a dogma. Whether it is better or worse depends on the circumstances and requirements of the angler. But tabular is more versatile than solid. This is especially important if you plan to fish with all types of micro-lures – wobblers, spinners and rubber.

Length issue

In microjig, the main task is to get maximum sensitivity and control when animating lures. Long distance casting is not necessary in most cases, and is rarely possible. Now, the Flyers do not need long spinning rods. Plus, long rods over 2.3 meters are not convenient in practice. Making your way among the thickets along the bank from point to point, you can easily break a blank, delicate to impacts, or break off a rig. In the numbers 183-229 cm (67-74 feet is the most versatile) – the length range of the versatile popular microjig rods.

Form test – conditionally for everyone, subjectively up to 7 grams

An ultralight classic is a test form 0.5-6; 1-7 grams. In this range, it is worth choosing sticks for beginners. Backs under mormyshing with a test of 0.25-3 grams – for aesthetes and athletes. Anything from 8-10 grams (2-15, for example) is already light spins.

Do not forget! When choosing a spin test, consider not only the weight of the head, but also the lures, fasteners and swivel.

Aging rods usually have a test margin relative to the stated, and mebaric ones keep the test within the stated plus / minus. It is also worth remembering and considering when choosing a letterhead.

Weight – Less is Better?

Yes, in microjig, rod weight is important. The smaller it is, the greater the sensitivity and sonority of the form will transfer to the hand. High-quality top-end micro-jig spins have a weight in the region of 60-85 grams. For example, Major Craft Finetail Area weighs only 62 grams. The TOPs of the Japanese market are fighting for every gram of weight due to the high-modulus carbon components, high-quality ultra-light fittings, the minimum size of the handle and the reel holder. This, of course, translates into higher costs. The price tag for ultralight backs is far from divine. What should a beginner do? It all depends on how tight your pocket is. If possible, it is worth choosing a spinning rod based on more important parameters (type of rod and tip, test, length), but with the lightest weight in its class.

What else to look for when choosing a blank: fittings, handle, reel seat

Even for mid-budget modern spins, all fittings are made of high-quality materials. In the average price tag, these are all well-known rings and tulip Siq (SiC). Not a bad option, but there are disadvantages. On the lightest noodle backs, relatively heavy fittings give parasitic vibrations after casting and on active wiring. The so-called anti-snagging rings are installed on almost all TOP spinning rods. The lightest titanium-based Torzite rings are also found on expensive Japanese. The goal is the same – to reduce the weight of the blank. But again, this increases the price tag and not by 1000 rubles. The handle of the back should lie in the hand – this is perhaps the main requirement. You should also pay attention to the length of the handle and choose it in such a way according to your anatomy, so as not to cling to items of clothing with a Rear Grip. It is worth considering that despite the fact thatthat most often fish up to 200-300 grams are caught on microjig, but specimens and worthy ones can fly in. For this reason:

1. Choose proven rods from reputable manufacturers . Not necessarily top-end. There are robust options in the budget and mid-range as well.
2. Carefully adjust the clutch , in any situation counting on a powerful blow from a kilogram pike.
3. Choose reels in balance to the stick . Most often these are 1000 meat grinders according to the Shimano classification.
4. High-modulus carbon is afraid of low temperatures – it becomes very fragile. Therefore, when fishing in the cold, you need to be as careful as possible – do not allow the blank to hit the shore or trees. Do not make sharp sweeps and jerks.

TOP 10 best spinning rods for microjig as of 2021 – budget, middle and top segments

The fact is that the best rods for microjig are Japanese rockfish blanks, which are as light as possible thanks to the use of high-modulus carbon compounds in all elements of the tackle, sensitive, sonorous and reliable. Several well-known manufacturers have purposefully sharpened series of rods for microjig fishing. These are mid to high end forms such as Graphiteleader Finezza Nuovo. Review of the series of microjig rods Graphitleader Finezza: https://youtu.be/KDy6Y5qqhUU But in order for each spinning rod to choose a microjig rod to suit his needs and capabilities, we will touch on the entire price range, highlighting in each of them several of the best spinning rods with a different type of insertion , dough and length.

We share our experience and that of our colleagues. Our rating does not claim to be the ultimate truth. There is a great variety of forms, with different characteristics, prices and directions. Therefore, any selection of the “best” is conditional and subjective. We have only highlighted those microjig rods with which we successfully fish ourselves, as well as those that are deservedly popular among amateur anglers and sportsmen.

https://youtu.be/-qQIYUSx9j8 So, the TOP-10 microjig rods in our rating of the best ultralight blanks as of 2021:

1. Graphiteleader Finezza Nuovo . 732UL length 2.21, stated test 0.5-6 grams, weight 84 grams; 762UL 2.29 length, test 0.6-8 grams, weight 88 grams. Finezza from Graphiteleader is a classic for microjig, in our rating (as well as in most similar ones) it is in the first position. The Nuovo series is the updated Finezza, with improved reel seat argonomics, even lighter thanks to the Lightweight Graphite Cloth material used. Perfectly balanced stick with perfectly aligned rings. Very powerful spinning rods, easily repel attacks of probes up to 500 grams and above, giving an unforgettable sensation … There are versions of tabular and solid in several versions. The price is 24,000 rubles. Top spin for top money.
2. Evergreen Salty Sensation– the whole series, but especially interesting ultralight models PSSS-70S (rigid glued-in tip is a distinctive feature of the solid Evergreen model in comparison with other manufacturers), PSSS-73T and PSSS-76T (solid tabular top). Tabular from Evergreen is the driest and sonorous microjig spinning rod in terms of tactile sensations in our subjective opinion. In this instance, everything votes for the ideal sensing system – a sonorous blank made of extremely high-modulus carbon fiber, the lowest possible weight, the ideal shape and materials of the handle tactilely perfectly convey everything that happens to the hand. Universal, – can work with all types of micro-baits. The price tag is the most inhumane in our rating of top universal spinning rods, depending on the model, from 37,000 to 55,000 rubles. A stick for athletes, well, if your pocket is tight.
3. Major Craft N-One S732UL . Length 2.21, weight 86 grams, test 0.4-5 grams. Rigid forms with excellent sensitivity. Doesn’t fall in the highest test range. Withstands overload when working on a uniform and a step up to 6-7 grams in full equipment. Comfortable spaced handle. Mebarush balanced universal spinning rod for micro-jig, micro-oscillators and twitch. The price is 15,000+ rubles. Average price tag, but close to top quality – we recommend!
4. Tailwalk Ajist TZ 69 / SL . The length is 2.05 meters, the test is up to 5 grams, the bottom of the test is infinitely small (0.5-0.8 jigs can easily win back), the weight is 82 grams. High-quality, albeit not the most popular Japanese. Allows you to fish on the head up to 1 gram with a cast up to 20-25 meters on super thin and slippery lines. Ultra-fast adzhing stick, very sonorous and versatile, excellent sensing, hitting right in the hand at any contact of the bait with the bottom and fish. You can work with wobblers, spinners. The comfortable spacer handle provides a dead grip. The average price range for microjig rods is 17,000 rubles. The verdict is a great stick for your money. Of the minuses, there are reviews that it is nervous to work at superloads, due to the use of fragile high-modulus carbon fiber in combination with a price tag.
5. Tict Sram JSR-76SS (length 2.28 meters; test 0.1-5 grams, blank weight 78 grams). Universal peg for micro-rubber. The tip is glued in, but short (25 cm), which affects the “mood” of the blank when fishing. The tune is not as evil as that of Evergreen Salty Sensation, but at the same time it is quite sensitive and sonorous. Very long-range and breakout on the undercut, which falls into the piggy bank of pluses when catching zander. Doesn’t crash on aggressive animations, including on twitch minnits on the current. Therefore, it can become a universal for those anglers who value comfort and quality, but do not have the opportunity to purchase several spinning rods for different fishing conditions. The cost is from 21,000 rubles.
6. Breaden GRF Trevalism Kabin 606CS-TIP . Test 0-6 grams, on line 0.1-0.3 PE. Incredibly lightweight – 46 grams! Another Japanese (where without them) stick for the lightest jig. Nervously sensitive and responsive to the point of intuition. The spinning rod is suitable for micro-jigging and mormishing, allows you to fish with microrough rubber, wobblers and spoon baits, including non-current fishing. Let’s admit a slight overload. Very naughty. A gram head plus a vibric inch can be fired at 22-25 meters. Less cost, which is 31,000+ rubles.
7. Shimano Soare CI4 + . A series of rockfish rods, but they have proven themselves perfectly for freshwater microjig. There are models with both solid and glued top. The series is available in different test (up to 4, 6 and 10 grams per bait) and length – there is a choice. All blanks are very clear and dry, very strong by the standards of this class and type of material, thanks to the special technologies of the spiral weaving of the blank warp. The price tag is 25,000-30,000 rubles. TOP choice for true connoisseurs.
8. Favorite Exclusive 792UL-T – a mid-budget spinning rod from Favorite for microjig represents a worthy copy of Finezza. Build – extra fast. Lightweight and responsive, a special tool for microrough rubber. Test 0.6-8 grams, weight 88 grams. 240 cm length. A drive stick, if you do not know what lies in your hand, can be confused with the elite Japanese. The cost is from 11,000 rubles, which is very inexpensive for the UL series.
9. Favorite Blue Bird new 2020 is, without a doubt, the most famous microjig spinning rod in the budget segment. The Bluebird from Favorite is in trend in 2021, both for beginners and experienced flyers. New bird series 2020 made of mid-modulus Skyflex30T carbon. Cut forgrip, anti-lapping rings, light weight are what distinguishes the updated 2020 models. There are several blanks of different types of tops, dough, length – there is a choice for any request. Build – extra fast and fast. The cost in the region of 5000 rubles is very cool, as for such a stick.
10. Major Craft Firstcast fcs-s732ul , length 2.21 m; test 0.4-5 g, – rockfish rods with a glued-in tubular or solid tip, other models in the series are also in demand – state employees from Major Kraft, who forgive mistakes in fishing for beginners, but at the same time are close in their characteristics to professional tools. Interestingly, the ergonomics of the stick are close to ideal, which is not typical for this price range. The price tag is around 6000-7500 rubles.

As a bonus, we list the models of ultralight blanks that were not included in the TOP-10 of the best, but are close by and deserve attention when choosing a back for micro rubber (different cost for different possibilities):

• Aiko Margarita II – budget;
• Aiko Izabella 3 – budget;
• Crazy Fish Inspire – budget;
• Shimano Alivio – budget;
• Maximus Ranger 702UL – mid price range;
• Hearty Rise Area Master – closer to the top;
• Daiwa Saltist X-treme Gekkabijin – top;
• Crazy Fish Ebisu Gold 602SUL – a state employee for nanojig;
• Team Salmo Tioga Small Game – medium price range;
• Norstream Provokator 582UL – top-end.

https://youtu.be/sdSEoK3BsjA In conclusion, I would like to note that the sensitivity of the tackle and the connection with the bait within the framework of using one blank can be increased thanks to the following techniques:

1. Use tungsten heads instead of lead ones . They are more “knocking” and sonorous. For example, if a spinning rod transmits the game on a 1.5 gram lead head, then on tungsten it will give feedback from 1 gram.
2. Use the heads, not the cheburashka . This is the golden rule for athletes. Up to 5 grams – heads, more – there may be options.
3. Use as thin slippery cords as possible . Even thinner than the manufacturer claims, if possible.
4. Maintain balance between coil and blank . The most important point.
5. Lead the cord into the water so that the wind does not blow out the arc.

The smaller the bait, the more difficult it is to choose a rod that will fit aesthetically and practically. But, even without having a large financial reserve, you can find such a form if you know what to look for when choosing the first microjig spinning rod.

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