Croix Avid
Croix Avid
The Best Salmon and Fishing Rod
A lot of steelhead and salmon fisherman are starting to take serious look at the St Croix Wild River Fishing Rods. These rods are premium rods that can be found in many boats on rivers in Alaska, Oregon, Washington, and Idaho. Heck you can find these rods on just about every lake or river in the US.
One of the first things you'll notice is the craftsmanship with all St Croix rods. Using quality reel sets, guides and a patented graphite, these rods are extremely sensitive without sacrificing powerful hook sets. Depending on which series you purchase you can expect to pay from $100 up to $400. Some of their rods are feather light, and super sensitive. I know we love to use these rods for fishing for steelhead on the Columbia River.
For steelhead and salmon fisherman you have your choice of these St Croix rods.
- Triump Series
- Wild River Salmon
- Legend Elite
- Avid Series
What I have noticed recently is the move to longer rods for steelhead/salmon. As you know these fish are powerful and will not give up quickly. The longer your rod the easier it is on your arms to land the fish. I made the mistake recently of using a 8'6" rod and hooked into a 13 pound steelhead. The normal time it takes to land a smaller fish is less than 5 minutes. A fish of this size can either come in quickly or they will give you a fight that lasts 10-15 minutes depending on how soft your drag is.
That 8'6" rod is a great rod but it took it's toll on my arms. I couldn't believe how tired I was after landing that fish. Had I been using my St Croix noodle rod like I normally do, it wouldn't have been as fatiqued.
Why was I using the smaller rod in the first place?
I like to fish with two rods to keep my bait in front of the fish longer. I have one loaded with schrimp and the other fishing. When I pull in the line, if my schrimp is gone, I cast the other rod out and get my other rod ready for the next time. Since I don't have 2 noodle rods, I have to use my old rod, so that is why carry two rods.
These steelhead and salmon rods come with a very unique warranty that you truly need to check out on their website. Depending on which series of rod you purchase, you will either receive a limited lifetime warranty, 5 year warranty or a one year warranty.
The next time you are at your local sporting goods store, go visit the rod section and take a look at these rods. They are light, have two coats of slow drying "Flex Coat" and they use a patented IPC and ART technology that allows the rod to be smaller, but strong enough for any salmon you can catch.
If you are going to compare these rods to other rods, my best advice is to put a reel on both rods and then play around with them. You can feel the difference and for your next birthday or Christmas ask for these rods, you won't be disappointed.
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 St Croix Bundle of Legend Tournament Legend Inshore Avid Mojo Rods  US $341.00
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 St Croix Avid Series In shore Spinning AIS80HF US $250.00
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 StCroix AVID casting rod US $100.00
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 St Croix Avid Casting Rod AVC70MHF 7 Medium Heavy 1pc US $190.00
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 St Croix Avid Casting Rod AVC66MHF 66 Medium Heavy 1pc US $190.00
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 St Croix Avid AVS56ULF2 Spinning Rod 56 Ultra Light 2pc US $160.00
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 St Croix Avid spinning rod US $86.00
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 St Croix Mojo Musky casting rod US $102.50
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 St Croix Avid series musky rod AM70MHF US $85.00
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 St Croix Custom Blt Avid Spinning Rod 7 0 3 Pc 2S70MF3 G US $250.00
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 St Croix AVID 66 Light Power Spinning Rod AS66LF2 US $79.00
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 St Croix Avid Spinning Rod AVS70MF2 70 Medium 2pc US $200.00
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 St Croix Avid casting 610 med heavy fast action great condition no reserve US $.01
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 St Croix Avid 7 med heavy fast action great cond no reserve US $57.60
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 St Croix Avid Spinning Rod AVS60LF 60 Light 1pc US $160.00
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 St Croix Avid Spinning Rod AVS86MF2 86 Medium 2pc US $220.00
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 St Croix Avid Spinning Rod AVS86HF2 86 Heavy 2pc US $230.00
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 ST CROIX AVID AVC70MF 7 MEDIUM BAITCAST ROD US $179.99
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 St Croix Avid Series Casting Rod AVC66MF 66 Medium 1pc US $180.00
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 Custom Made St Croix Fishing Rod US $170.00
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 St croix Avid Spinning rod Avs70mlf 7 medium light f US $179.95
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 ST CROIX AVID STEELHEAD SPINNING ROD AVS96MHF2 US $240.00
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 St croix Avid Spinning rod Avs70mf 7 medium fast US $189.99
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 St croix Avid Spinning rod Avs66mlf 66medium lite f US $169.95
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 ST CROIX AVID AVC70MHXF 7 MEDIUM HEAVY BAITCAST ROD US $189.99
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 ST CROIX AVID AVC70MHF 7 MEDIUM HEAVY BAITCAST ROD US $189.99
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 USED ST CROIX CASTING ROD TIDEMASTER SC II GRAPHITE TC76LM 76 LITE POWER US $100.00
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 USED ST CROIX CASTING ROD TIDEMASTER SC II GRAPHITE TC70LM 7 LITE POWER US $80.00
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 ST CROIX 66 AVID SERIES CASTING ROD MEDIUM FAST AVC66MF 1 PC US $149.99
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 St Croix Avid Series In shore Casting AIC80HF US $250.00
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 St Croix Avid Series In shore Casting AIC76HF US $240.00
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 St Croix Avid Series In shore Casting AIC70HF US $220.00
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 St Croix Avid Series In shore Spinning AIS80MF US $210.00
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 St Croix Avid Series In shore Spinning AIS76HF US $240.00
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 St Croix Avid Series In shore Spinning AIS76MF US $210.00
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 St Croix Avid Series In shore Spinning AIS70HF US $220.00
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 St Croix Avid Series In shore Spinning AIS70MM US $200.00
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 St Croix Avid Series In shore Spinning AIS70MF US $200.00
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 St Croix Avid Spinning Series AVS68MXF 6 8 medium extra fast fishing rod nc US $169.99
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 St Croix Avid Spinning Series AVS70MF 7 medium fast fishing rod nc US $169.99
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 ST CROIX AVID SERIES AVC90MF2 US $230.00
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 ST CROIX AVID SERIES AVC96MF2 US $240.00
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 ST CROIX AVID STEELHEAD SPINNING ROD AVS110LM2 US $240.00
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 ST CROIX AVID STEELHEAD SPINNING ROD AVS96HF2 US $250.00
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 ST CROIX AVID STEELHEAD SPINNING ROD AVS96MF2 US $240.00
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 ST CROIX AVID STEELHEAD SPINNING ROD AVS96LM2 US $220.00
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 ST CROIX AVID STEELHEAD SPINNING ROD AVS90HF2 US $240.00
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 ST CROIX AVID STEELHEAD SPINNING ROD AVS90MF2 US $230.00
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 ST CROIX AVID STEELHEAD SPINNING ROD AVS90LM2 US $220.00
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 ST CROIX AVID STEELHEAD SPINNING ROD AVS86HF2 US $230.00
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 ST CROIX AVID STEELHEAD SPINNING ROD AVS86MF2 US $220.00
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St. Croix Avid Series Fly Rods Model: A794.4 (7' 9", 4 wt., 4 pc.) Sale Price: $240.00  |
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The St. Croix Avid Fly Rods are crafted from St. Croixs exclusive high-modulus SC III graphite the Avid Series Fly Rods are versatile moderate action fly rods that load smoothly and progressively down the blank for a silky casting stroke and exceptional feel... |
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St. Croix Avid Spinning Rods Model: AVS70MF2 (7' 0", M) Sale Price: $200.00 |
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Each of the thirty-three different models of the St. Croix Avid Spinning Rod series are built with high-modulus SCIII graphite to deliver the highest level of durability and strength possible. Ergonomic select-grade cork handles provide excelent comfort while quality Fuji reel seats and Alconite Concept Guide Systems complete the package... |
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St. Croix Avid Inshore Spinning Rods Model: AIS70MF (7' 0", M) Sale Price: $199.89 |
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The St. Croix Avid Inshore Spinning Rods are built with high-modulus SCIII graphite to deliver the highest level of strength possible in a specialized inshore specific rod. With premium saltwater-grade hardware these American made rods deliver the perfect tool for inshore spiinning... |
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St. Croix Avid Series Fly Rods Model: A703.2 (7' 0", 3 wt., 2 pc.) Sale Price: $230.00 |
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The St. Croix Avid Fly Rods are crafted from St. Croixs exclusive high-modulus SC III graphite the Avid Series Fly Rods are versatile moderate action fly rods that load smoothly and progressively down the blank for a silky casting stroke and exceptional feel... |
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St. Croix Avid Spinning Rods Model: AVS50ULF (5' 0", UL) Sale Price: $140.00 |
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Each of the thirty-three different models of the St. Croix Avid Spinning Rod series are built with high-modulus SCIII graphite to deliver the highest level of durability and strength possible. Ergonomic select-grade cork handles provide excelent comfort while quality Fuji reel seats and Alconite Concept Guide Systems complete the package... |
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St. Croix Avid Spinning Rods Model: AVS66MF2 (6' 6", M) Sale Price: $190.00 |
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Each of the thirty-three different models of the St. Croix Avid Spinning Rod series are built with high-modulus SCIII graphite to deliver the highest level of durability and strength possible. Ergonomic select-grade cork handles provide excelent comfort while quality Fuji reel seats and Alconite Concept Guide Systems complete the package... |
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St. Croix Avid Salmon & Steelhead Spinning Rods Model: AVS86MHF2 (8' 6" MH) Sale Price: $220.00 |
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Once you tighten down a spinning reel onto an Avid Series® rod you're locked and loaded for some serious action, friend. Although handsomely appointed with cork handles and Fuji® Alconite® guides, these rods aren't just pretty for pretty's sake... |
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St. Croix Avid Salmon & Steelhead Spinning Rods Model: AVS96MF2 (9' 6" M) Sale Price: $240.00 |
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The St. Croix Avid Salmon Steelhead Spinning Rods are engineered with St. Croixs IPC technology delivering a new standard of strength and durability with lightness and sensitivity that makes the Avid an outstanding value. |
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St. Croix Avid Salmon & Steelhead Spinning Rods Model: AVS86MF2 (8' 6" M) Sale Price: $220.00 |
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The St. Croix Avid Salmon Steelhead Spinning Rods are engineered with St. Croixs IPC technology delivering a new standard of strength and durability with lightness and sensitivity that makes the Avid an outstanding value. |
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St. Croix Avid Crankbait Rods Model: AVC70MHM (7' 0", MH) Sale Price: $180.00 |
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Each of the five different models of the St. Croix Avid Crankbait Rod Series are built with high-modulus SCIII graphite to deliver the highest level of durability and strength possible. The ergonomic cork handles provide extra comfort when casting... |