Snitch?

[AlwaysFishing23]

Any of you have or have used the one 3 snitch rod? I have a CGI in-line I have on a  Shakespeare noodle rod but don’t like it so that reel will get put on a new rod. I bought a tickle stick last year and paired it with a Decent and really enjoyed it. Looks like the snitch rod is $30-$40. So a little cheaper than the tickle stick Also looking at the beaver dam glass noodle if the snitch isn’t the best. 

[monstermoose78]

I use a snitch and it works well. I want to upgrade to a custom rod, but have save a few bucks yet.

[AlwaysFishing23]

Awesome I like the idea of coustom rods to but the price of them are really insane to me. Almost pulled the trigger last year on a TUCR but $120 seemed crazy to spend on just an ice rod The couple reviews on line Are good. I may cheak it out in stores and if it seems decent I make give it a whirl 

[monstermoose78]

I totally agree and my luck with ice rods a custom would break just as quick as a cheapo. I have been using the snitch for two years now and it’s by far better then most of the other noodles I used. When you go to the store check out a bunch of the snitches, because some are more sensitive then others. I like a super soft tip to detect them light bites.

[eyeguy 54]

Maybe check the TUCR inferno line. I grabbed 2 of the orange tips for panfish and I like them. IUL28.  55 bucks at cabelas. 

[AlwaysFishing23]

I was looking at those also. Seem like a good setup. But what are you paying for? The TUCR name? Or a made in China peice of junk? None the less they seem nice but for $55 I’d be tempted to just get another tickle stick. Just talked to a buddy that has the snitch combo and said. Yes it’s awsome! He also has invested in the TUCR industry and said he wishes he didn’t buy it. It’s nice but you really have to be careful and not break it. Said he's even fished with smaller spoons on the snitch for eyes.

Edited October 24, 2018 by AlwaysFishing23

[eyeguy 54]

I thought most of the custom blanks come from china.  

[AlwaysFishing23]

Hmm great question. Honestly not sure about that one

[AlwaysFishing23]

After doing some research people say the snitch isn’t that great for “lighter” jigs I mostly just use tubby jigs in the 1/32oz. So for the couple dollars more maybe I’ll just go with another tickle stick. But also I’m starting to like those infernos Royce recommended the 28” Ul. Only problem is Cabela’s shows them on there site instock. But TUCR said there also available at scheels but there not on there site? I think I’ll call scheels later and see what they say. 

[monstermoose78]

I use 1/64 pug bugs with my snitch just fine.

[Rick G]

On 10/25/2018 at 1:56 PM, AlwaysFishing23 said:

But also I’m starting to like those infernos Royce recommended the 28” Ul. 

Decent production rod for right around $60. My only complaint is the fly guides they use are a bit heavy for the blank.  I do like the soft tip  on them though. Not a very good all purpose rod, but one I use when fishing small jigs in shallow water.

[AlwaysFishing23]

Thanks rick! I’m looking for is something that can handle jigs from like 1/64th- 1/32th oz tubby jigs up to like 1/20oz clam caviar jigs or very small spoons for crappies. That’s what I’ve heard yes it’s a tuned up name but the guides they use on the higher end models cost more and they must put cheaper ones on to lower the price. I’ll hold each of them and see what feels best. Down to the snitch, 28” inferno UL or tickle stick 23” Ul or light. I’d really like to try the bull whip, PN or fusion but can’t really swallow the $120 pill. Starting to get real in one month today a year ago I was on the hard water. I’d say I’m about 50% ready and I’ll finish getting the rest out and prepped next weekend.

[eyeguy 54]

if you can wait, pop over and use one of mine and see how you like it. fun rod . I love the way it bends when I have a nice fish on, dang thing is crazy. lol 

I had the 23 ul and also a SUL. I like the inferno much better. sold the tickles. 

 

[eyeguy 54]

Allen Kichler makes custom rods over by Zimmerman. I won one at an event and it is sweet! 32 inch power noodle. He is on FB. Kichler Custom Rods. Great guy.  Makes some dandy rods and I will update with him when I do. 

[AlwaysFishing23]

I’d love that but I’d never be able to wait Lol. The SUL is nice and fun to fish with but doesn’t hold a lot of weight well (jig weight) hard to find one that is a multipurpose as far as jig weight but is still noodly and fun to use and within budget. 

[eyeguy 54]

I like  and 4 and 5 mm tungsten on the inferno. 4 being favorite

 

[AlwaysFishing23]

Took eyeguys advice and went with a 28 inch ul inferno. Got it for $45 with a $10 off $40 or more I got from Cabela’s for my birthday that seemed like a great price. So far it seems really nice and looks nice I’d take the inferno over the tickle stick so far. Put the decent on the inferno and the CGi on the tickle stick along with new 4lb ice magic on both. Debating now on getting another inferno but in a heavier action and put my sienna on it and use it for my walleye/perch jigging setup. 

[eyeguy 54]

Hopefully, you will like the setup. I prefer it big time compared to the tickle sticks that I had. I started using the 3 pound high vis green micro ice last winter and really like it also. These older eyes can see it nice.  

[AlwaysFishing23]

I think your right. I really like t so far but will see how I like it once it gets used. The heavier models seem just as good as the ul. Softer tip and solid backbone. That’s a good point on the line I have green on the Cgi but I guess I’ve never really noticed a difference.

[AlwaysFishing23]

Picked up another inferno. Went with the M (but really it’s a ML) has the yellow guide wraps. Nice soft tip to handle baits from 1/8-1/4oz. And the nice transition to a really good back bone for fighting bigger fish and setting the hook. Payed the full $55 for this one and paired with a 1000 size sienna and a fresh spool of 6lb micro ice. This one will be my walleye/ lake Winnie perch setup. Was at the scheels ice fest and the 13 fishing guys were really pushing the tickle sticks with free fall combo. I personally couldn’t agree more with eyeguy54 that the inferno is better than the tickle stick. I guess they fixed the paint peeling issue from last year but I felt that it was a nice rod for the $40 I paid but didn’t feel that special. The inferno just feels nice. I’ll continue to use the tickle stick but I can’t wait to compare the two now. 

 

P.S the snitch is a really nice rod for $35 nice soft tip and good back bone. A nice looking rod indeed as well. Buddy of mine picked up the snitch/ decent combo so will see what he thinks of it.

Edited November 12, 2018 by AlwaysFishing23

[expl]

I bought the inferno with yellow guide wraps last year for a walleye rod.Good rod,good feel however after a month and a half of using it the top guide developed a cut in it from the line(I use 6lb suffix mono only).I emailed tucr they said bring it in and we will see what we can do.I wanted to see if they could put a different tip on it but they said they wouldnt do that and they gave me another inferno of the same model.I used it for the last month of the season and guess what? The top guide has a cut in it again.I realize these are a cheaper rod than their top of the line however I have other rods I have used for many years and payed much less for that have no cuts/slices in any of the guides.Seemed like they were trying to upsell me to a better rod with better guides.Why would i spend 55$ on a cheaper rod to find out its junk then give them double that for what they say is a better rod.They have nice rods but they lost my business 55$ for a rod that didnt last a season isnt going to get me on their bandwagon.

[eyeguy 54]

interesting

 

[AlwaysFishing23]

21 hours ago, expl said:

I bought the inferno with yellow guide wraps last year for a walleye rod.Good rod,good feel however after a month and a half of using it the top guide developed a cut in it from the line(I use 6lb suffix mono only).I emailed tucr they said bring it in and we will see what we can do.I wanted to see if they could put a different tip on it but they said they wouldnt do that and they gave me another inferno of the same model.I used it for the last month of the season and guess what? The top guide has a cut in it again.I realize these are a cheaper rod than their top of the line however I have other rods I have used for many years and payed much less for that have no cuts/slices in any of the guides.Seemed like they were trying to upsell me to a better rod with better guides.Why would i spend 55$ on a cheaper rod to find out its junk then give them double that for what they say is a better rod.They have nice rods but they lost my business 55$ for a rod that didnt last a season isnt going to get me on their bandwagon.

 

Not to say this didn’t happen but it seems odd to me that mono (not Braid) would do that to a guide. The fly guides they use are very ridgid and have a coating on them. I just spoke with John from TUCR. We both agreed braid would do this but mono? He also said he has these same guides on fly rods and that line is similar to braid and he’s never had an issue. These rods have become VERY popular now, you look on Cabela’s website and as soon as there instock there sold out again. I’ve never heard of any issues with these and John is a very up and front kind of guy and if there an issue he would have said somthing. We all have our own tastes and some may love a rod and others my hate a rod all depends on how you fish. I really appertiate your feedback though always like to hear from people that use products and let others know how they like them.

[expl]

Glad you spoke with him.Regardless if you and him believe me or not makes no difference to me.I have used 6lb suffix mono since it came out.I fish allmost daily and jig constantly,regardless the tip should last longer than a couple months.I use buckshots and pimples all under a 1/4oz in fact this rod was most used for tumbler spoons which wheigh alot less.I dont believe it was John I spoke with at the shop but he is the one I exchanged emails with and I still have those emails.My reel was still taped to the rod and spooled with mono when I brought it in and they exchanged it for me.I then had to respool since the line was all nicked up from the cut.Im not here to bash anyones product just let people know.So unless they changed the tips on them you will eventually find out the same thing I have if you put it to good use like me.Good luck.

[eyeguy 54]

hmmmm, i just have the orange, no problems yet, 

[C-linershawk1993]

I have 2 Snitch rods that have the CGI inline reels on them and I love them.  they work just fine with small tungsten jigs for panfish. The soft tip allows you to see the lightest of bites and when you set the hook the backbone is right there for a solid hookup. How this helps and I'm gonna stop talking now cause I'm getting all worked up talking about it. Good luck bud!