A new season is in view. Fall fishing sparks a major feeding push as bass, inshore species, and other gamefish bulk up for winter, bringing aggressive strikes, shallow migrations, and bait-driven action. Whatever you’re chasing this fall, there’s a Rod Forge blank ready to bring your build to life.
We’ve rounded up top picks from our team and trusted RF builders. These are proven blanks that are perfect for fall fishing and ready to bring your next build to life.
1) NSB 7’6″ Medium Heavy Fast — As water temperatures drop and bass transition toward deeper ledges, humps, and structure, the NSB 76MHF blank stands out as a reliable tool for bottom contact techniques. Its extended length and fast action provide the sensitivity to detect subtle bites and the backbone to drive home solid hooksets, making it a go-to choice for anglers fishing jigs, creature baits, and football heads for both largemouth and smallmouth.
2) HTD 7’0″ Medium Light Fast — Dealing with finicky fall bass? The HTD 70MLF is built for finesse techniques like drop shots and shaky heads when a subtle approach is key. Its crisp, fast action delivers the sensitivity to detect light bites and the control to keep fish pinned during the fight.
3) Forge Ultralight 6’9″ Ultralight Moderate — Trout and panfish feed aggressively in fall, making the Forge Ultralight 69ULM a great choice for small rivers and creeks with spinners, jigs, or fly and bubble rigs. Its moderate action and soft tip provide smooth casting and the perfect balance of sensitivity and forgiveness for fighting lighter species on light line.
4) NSB Inshore 7’0″ Medium Moderate — A bestseller and rod builder favorite, the NSB I 70MMF is perfect for fall redfish and trout with topwaters, paddle tails, and shrimp patterns along coastal marshes and flats. Its moderate fast action delivers the casting range, lure control, and power needed to handle strong inshore species in shallow water environments.
5) HTD 7’6″ Medium Light Fast — The HTD 76MLF is a top choice for avid bass anglers targeting suspended smallmouth with float rigs or light hair jigs in clear, cold water. Its length and fast action offer excellent line control and long-distance casting, making it ideal for precise presentations in deep or open water.
6) Forge Composite 805 — Chasing a trophy musky this fall? The FC 805 has the power and length to throw big baits, drive heavy hooks, and execute boatside figure 8s with confidence. Its reinforced composite construction delivers the brute strength needed for long days on the water and heart-pounding encounters with oversized predators.
7) Forge Glass 806 — The FG 806 delivers the strength and control needed for fall offshore action, whether you’re jigging, trolling, or dropping live bait for tuna, snapper, and other hard-pulling species. Its durable glass construction absorbs shock and provides the pulling power needed to turn big fish away from structure and bring them boatside.
