Already one of the great rods of our time, the Avid is now even lighter, stronger, more sensitive, and superhuman than ever. Re-engineered high-modulus SCIV graphite blanks were built using exclusive IPC® technology to make the actions nice and crisp and put that "weightless" feeling in your rod hand. Black-framed Fuji® Alconite® Concept guides--light and sensitive--are the perfect complement, as are the precision Fuji reel seats. The select-grade cork handles have all been re-thought and re-shaped; for pure comfort and leverage, there's really nothing comparable! Manufacturer's limited lifetime warranty. Handcrafted in the USA. Action: UL = Ultra Light L = Light ML = Medium Light M = Medium MH = Medium Heavy
Average Customer Rating:
5 out of 5
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17 of 17 (100%) customers would recommend this product to a friend.
Customer Reviews for St. Croix® Avid Series® Spinning Rods
Overall Rating:
5
out of 5
nothing better,November 19, 2009
By flatshatterfrom florida , volusia county
Advantages: Performs well, Quality, Style/Design, Value for money
"I own two of these rods a 7'mh and a 6'6m . They are the absolute best rods out . awsome power and extreme sensitivity. I also own g loomis also and they cant shake a stick at my croixs . Also they are less expensive . I cant say enough about them . I will never fish anything but them . And for those other highend rods like kistler they are way over rated . Croix all the way ."
What is your favorite type of fishing?:
Saltwater
How many times a month do you fish on average?:
5+
Do you own a boat?:
No
Would you recommend this product as a gift?:
Yes
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Review 2 for St. Croix® Avid Series® Spinning Rods
Top 250 Contributor
Overall Rating:
5
out of 5
Smallies Beware!!!!!!,September 3, 2009
By BassinButchfrom OH
Advantages: Performs well, Quality, Style/Design, light, very sensitive, plenty of back bone for a light rod
"I purchased a St. Croix Avid spinning rod last week. I bought the 7 foot medium light model. I own a Premiere and a Mojo in 7 foot medium light and since this is my " go to" spinning rod set up for smallies, I decided to kick it up a notch. I used this rod for shakee head, tube and light football head jigs in my favorite smallie water. What an absolute pleasure to use. This rod is in a whole other realm than my other ML rods. I have a Saros 2500 on it with 8lb P- Line Floroclear and it is a smallie killer. I also took it out Largemouth fishing two days ago and used a finesse worm with a tungsten bullet weight. I could not believe how sensitive the rod was. What a nice purchase. I have all Premiere and Mojo's for my baitcasters but I think I will have to add an Avid trigger rod very, very soon. Made in the U.S.A - Baby!!!!"
What is your favorite type of fishing?:
Freshwater
How many times a month do you fish on average?:
5+
Do you own a boat?:
Yes
Would you recommend this product as a gift?:
Yes
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Review 3 for St. Croix® Avid Series® Spinning Rods
Overall Rating:
5
out of 5
My rod of choice!,July 11, 2009
By Osirusfrom Pittsburgh, PA
Advantages: Ease of use, Performs well, Quality, Style/Design, Value for money, just as good as rods costing much more! Disadvantages: makes you sad if you paid more for a rod.
"I feel so bad about writing this review because I actually prefer my 2 Avids over my G. Loomis IMX, and even my GLX. I own a AVS66MF that I use for river and lake smallies and largemouth bass. I also own a AVS56ULF2 that I use for creek smallies, trout, and sunfish. Maybe it's just me, or maybe there's something wrong with my hands, but my Avid seems to be just as sensitive, or even more so than my IMX! Believe me when I say that I was more than a little shocked (and kind of upset) to find that the St. Croix Avid is just as sensitive and powerful as my IMX. The power and sensitivity of the St. Croix Avid are, in my opinion, way too close for comfort to my GLX. What did I spend the extra $100 - $150 for? Oh well, lesson learned, right?
In hard economic times like these, getting the best value for your money is of paramount importance. I'm telling you right now, take it from a guy who has used some of the best rods ever made, the St. Croix Avid is the best bang for your buck by far!"
What is your favorite type of fishing?:
Freshwater
How many times a month do you fish on average?:
3
Do you own a boat?:
No
Would you recommend this product as a gift?:
Yes
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Review 4 for St. Croix® Avid Series® Spinning Rods
Overall Rating:
5
out of 5
WOW,July 1, 2009
By northwoodsanglerfrom Central Illinois
Advantages: Ease of use, Performs well, Quality, Style/Design, Value for money
"I am so glad I decided to spend the money for a high quality rod. I bought a 7ft, 1 piece, ML, with a fast tip specificaly to fish for Walleyes with light jigs and wow was I impressed. I used a Shimano Sedona2500 with 6lb fireline with this rod and the sensitivity was absolutely unbelievable. I am hooked for life on these rods. Along with walleye I have caught smallies, northern pike, white bass, crappie, carp up to 18 lbs. The rod has met and surpassed all expectations. The light weight is also nice when you are jigging or casting all day. Well worth the money and will be buying more of these in the future for sure."
What is your favorite type of fishing?:
Freshwater
How many times a month do you fish on average?:
5+
Do you own a boat?:
No
Would you recommend this product as a gift?:
Yes
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Review 5 for St. Croix® Avid Series® Spinning Rods
Top 500 Contributor
Overall Rating:
5
out of 5
My Favorite Rod,June 30, 2009
By JonnytheBullfrom Northern NJ
Advantages: Performs well, Quality, Value for money
"I own a 6' Light model I use for trout and panfish and I absolutely love it. Incredibly sensitive and very durable. The avid series is worth the money if you've got it to spend."
What is your favorite type of fishing?:
Freshwater
How many times a month do you fish on average?:
5+
Do you own a boat?:
No
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Review 6 for St. Croix® Avid Series® Spinning Rods
Overall Rating:
5
out of 5
Excellent High End Rod,March 22, 2009
By Cigarnutfrom Upstate New York
"I am extremely satisfied with this purchase. 6'6"M paired with a Shimano Saros is an incredible fishing set up. Excellent Quality rod, highly sensitive and feels great in your hand. Well constructed and worth the money!"
What is your favorite type of fishing?:
Freshwater
How many times a month do you fish on average?:
5+
Do you own a boat?:
Yes
Would you recommend this product as a gift?:
Yes
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Review 7 for St. Croix® Avid Series® Spinning Rods
Overall Rating:
5
out of 5
Best rod Ive ever owned,February 7, 2009
By dbrat563from River Falls, WI
"I bass fish A LOT and I bought the 6'3" medium w/ XF tip and its the best jigging rod i have ever used. I mainly use it for bass but i have used it to jig for walleye too and its nothing short of spectacular."
What is your favorite type of fishing?:
Freshwater
How many times a month do you fish on average?:
5+
Do you own a boat?:
Yes
Would you recommend this product as a gift?:
Yes
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Review 8 for St. Croix® Avid Series® Spinning Rods
Top 10 Contributor
Overall Rating:
5
out of 5
avid is amazing,February 3, 2009
By liv2phishfrom green bay,WI
"i own a few of st.croix rods and i have a 6'6mh and this rod can handle whatever u can throw at it."
What is your favorite type of fishing?:
Freshwater
How many times a month do you fish on average?:
5+
Do you own a boat?:
Yes
Would you recommend this product as a gift?:
Yes
1 of 1 people found this review helpful.
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Review 9 for St. Croix® Avid Series® Spinning Rods
Top 250 Contributor
Overall Rating:
5
out of 5
One of the finest quality rods available.,July 26, 2008
By sierrafishing
"I have always been budget conscious which is why the higher price of the St. Croix rod over other inferior rods had kept me from purchasing one. However, after using the St. Croix ultra light 5'6" avid series rod, I feel that the price is quite a bargain for what you get compared to other cheaper rods of lesser quality. The first time I picked up this rod I thought it was as much a work of art as a quality fishing tool. The design is excellent, the components are of the highest quality and the craftsmanship is flawless. Perfect guide spacing and alignment, a comfortable and well placed reel seat and handles, and an ultra sensitive blank make these rods an absolute pleasure to fish and they are crafted in the U.S.A.! I attribute many fish I have caught to the ultra sensitive blank. I am amazed at just how sensitive this rod is compared to other rods I have used. Although the price is still a little steep for me, I would rather save my money and buy one St. Croix rod than ten of any other lower priced rod. After fishing with the best, I would not be happy to settle for anything less."
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Review 10 for St. Croix® Avid Series® Spinning Rods
Overall Rating:
5
out of 5
Wish I had purchased a long time ago!,July 23, 2008
By RStien321from Ames, IA
"I recently purchased a 6'6 UL and a 6'6 M rod for panfish and walleye/bass respectively. Incredible fishing experiences with the ultra-light. I can feel ever bouce of my jig and the slightest bite while crappie fishing which came in handy bringing in a beautiful 14" this spring. It's a joy to fish with, and I really couldn't imagine fishing with anything else.
I've used the Medium power rod for bass fishing, and have been very pleased thus far, and I am plannig on giving it the one over in Canada and Wisconsin later this summer. Do yourself a favor and spend a little money on a quality rod. You definitely won't regret it!!!"
What is your favorite type of fishing?:
Freshwater
How many times a month do you fish on average?:
5+
Do you own a boat?:
No
Would you recommend this product as a gift?:
Yes
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Review 11 for St. Croix® Avid Series® Spinning Rods
Top 100 Contributor
Overall Rating:
5
out of 5
Well made,July 11, 2008
By ZNickeyfrom Baltimore, MD
"The AVID is an excellent rod which is strong, sensitive, and durable. It holds up very well to saltwater use and can land considerably large fish. The overall build quality of this rod is excellent and the fit and finish is fantastic."
What is your favorite type of fishing?:
Freshwater
How many times a month do you fish on average?:
5+
Do you own a boat?:
No
Would you recommend this product as a gift?:
Yes
1 of 1 people found this review helpful.
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Review 12 for St. Croix® Avid Series® Spinning Rods
Overall Rating:
5
out of 5
Hooked for life!,June 18, 2008
By Bassman25from South Sioux City,NE
"This is the first St. Croix rod that I have ever purchased and I cant believe how nice they are built. I have the 7' ML 1-piece rod, and I could almost swear that you can feel the barb on the hook go through the fish's mouth, thats how sensitive it is. I have it paired up with the Pflueger Supreme with 8# fireline and I mainly throw crankbaits with this rod. The rod has enough backbone to take in 5# bass and everyonce in awhile a good sized northernpike. Over all it is the best rod I have ever used and it was worth the money by far and it has already paid for itself in all the good memories I have with this rod. Thanks St. Croix"
What is your favorite type of fishing?:
Freshwater
How many times a month do you fish on average?:
5+
Do you own a boat?:
Yes
Would you recommend this product as a gift?:
Yes
1 of 1 people found this review helpful.
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Review 13 for St. Croix® Avid Series® Spinning Rods
Overall Rating:
5
out of 5
Great Trout Rod!,May 27, 2008
By BuggerDraggerfrom Avondale, Arizona
"I recently purchased the new Avid model AVS66-2 (6'6" 2 piece light) as a "back-up" rod for a trip to Alaska. I love to fly fish, but know that it's not always possible (wind)...well, as expected, I got a chance to try the rod. It was extremely light in hand, and had sufficient backbone and power to cast a wide array of spinners. The Avid has a very sensitive feel and I was able to catch several nice grayling with it. It's responsive enough to immediately feel every strike and I felt very confident fishing with it - its a wonderful rod - to say I was not disappointed is a big understatement! The rod has a beautiful blank, with outstanding components and workmanship. I'm especially fond of the new redesigned skeletal cork handle (the front of the handle is shorter, allowing you to contact the blank with your finger). In my opinion, the Avid offers an excellent alternative to the higher priced G. Loomis GL3 rods. I definitely prefer the handle on the Avid, as I find the downlocking handle on the GL3 somewhat cumbersome. The Avid SCIII IPC blank is every bit as sensitive as the GL3, maybe even more so. If you are considering a G. Loomis GL3 spinning rod for trout, you owe it to yourself to check out the St. Croix Avid as well. You just might change your preference! For $80 less, I'll take the Avid!"
What is your favorite type of fishing?:
Freshwater
How many times a month do you fish on average?:
5+
Do you own a boat?:
No
Would you recommend this product as a gift?:
Yes
1 of 1 people found this review helpful.
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Review 14 for St. Croix® Avid Series® Spinning Rods
Overall Rating:
5
out of 5
7ft Med. Fast action Avid Rod,April 17, 2008
By enigma2103from Tampa, Fl
"This rod is AWESOME you can feel everything in the water. I was amazed when i started fishing this rod."
What is your favorite type of fishing?:
Freshwater
How many times a month do you fish on average?:
5+
Do you own a boat?:
Yes
Would you recommend this product as a gift?:
Yes
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Review 15 for St. Croix® Avid Series® Spinning Rods
Top 250 Contributor
Overall Rating:
5
out of 5
Stepping on up from a Triumph,February 19, 2008
By BassJunkyfrom Kingston, On
"Last year I purchased a triumph after having some success on the ice with st croix legends. I likes the look and feel of the triumph so I decided to give an avid a try...Wow what an improvment, they are much lighter then the triumphs with the same well built quality and feel to them, they have a sturdy backbone and hairpin sensativity..the price is also right ..."
What is your favorite type of fishing?:
Freshwater
How many times a month do you fish on average?:
5+
Do you own a boat?:
No
Would you recommend this product as a gift?:
Yes
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Review 16 for St. Croix® Avid Series® Spinning Rods
Top 100 Contributor
Overall Rating:
5
out of 5
GREAT ROD!,February 14, 2008
By MadMatt61from Indiana
"I own several Triumph rods and thought they are great rods...until I got a 6'6"ML.This thing is very light. Very sensitive and Extremely strong. I can't say enough....other than to say go get one for yourself. If you like the Triumph spend the extra money,you will be happy you did.I am"
What is your favorite type of fishing?:
Freshwater
How many times a month do you fish on average?:
5+
Do you own a boat?:
No
Would you recommend this product as a gift?:
Yes
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Review 17 for St. Croix® Avid Series® Spinning Rods
Top 250 Contributor
Overall Rating:
5
out of 5
Tournament quality rod,January 12, 2008
By Andrew79from Racine Wisconsin
"I am a big believer in St. Croix and their Avid series rod. They are light, ultra sensitive and have plenty of backbaone. I have the ultra light. light and medium action rods. I also have the dropshot rod. Theese rods are tournament quality and come in at under 200 dollars. Backed by a lifetime warranty that is unmatched in the industry you can not go wrong with theese rods!!!!"
What is your favorite type of fishing?:
Freshwater
How many times a month do you fish on average?:
5+
Do you own a boat?:
Yes
Would you recommend this product as a gift?:
Yes
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