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The 136 3M is a lot of rod for Jigging. something shortre. people like the 1209 but remember its useless at less than 4 OZ. Its really a 4 to 6 or 4 to 8 rod. Its also a pool cue for action. You won't even feel smaller fish.
Obviously i make enough rods so that i can use anything i want myself. i have stayed away from the 1209. I like the arra 1205. Another great one for the canal would be the arra 126 1MH. for considerably less money , you can get an Allstar 1266 which is great for the Canal. Another rod that will work well if you prefer tossing mostly 3 and 4 OZ jigs is the allstar 1208. there are techniques where you can get down even in the strongest currents with 4 OZ.
lots of choices. to me , if you are just beginning , you will find too heavy a rod like the 136 3m and even the 1209 a problem. once you are expert , you'll know enough to choose your own rod based on how you do it and what you like. Many of the more expert ditch jiggers like 1209.
Anywwya , as a point of reference . i use an arra 1205 with a BG7000CL and 50 LB spectron. My fishing buddy Smokey uses the same reel and line but do to a need to get it into his pickup truck , he uses the two piece allstar 1266. It also works great at the canal.
Not to ruffle anybodies feathers but using a 1209 with a spinner just seems crazy to me. If you are that serious about jigging , you should get good with a conventional . Spinners do allow casting a great distance for some but once you hook up i honestly feel you give up a lot using a spinner.
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