Pinnacle has reached the pinnacle of fishing rods and reels
Over the last year, BassResource moderators have had the great fortune of evaluating several of Pinnacle’s new rods and reels. Once a quarter, each moderator was provided with their choice of a rod and a reel for testing and comment.
Overall, I have been highly pleased with Pinnacles’ new products and even replaced a few of my go-to rods and reels with the new gear.
This quarter I elected to evaluate the Perfecta Tournament Class DHC5-681CAM baitcasting rod, coupled with the Producer LTE. Members of the BassResource staff have already reviewed the Producer. I fully agree with their conclusions, i.e., It is a good, solid, lightweight reel selling at a very affordable price. It should certainly be considered by anglers on a budget.
The DHC5-681CAM is a 6’8” Medium rod with an extra fast tip. The fit and finish are excellent, and the blue tint in the finish seems to change colors when viewed in direct sunlight. The cork in the split grip is of excellent quality, with no pits or splits. The hook-keeper is in an excellent position, placed directly in front of the reel on the underside of the rod. I especially like the Fuji Alconite micro guides with the anti-snag design. The rod seems to be more sensitive with the micro guides.
I chose the rod for use as primarily a topwater rod, and it performs well in that regard. Walking the dog with a Zara Spook was almost an effortless exercise. That extra fast tip did most of the work, as was the case for setting the hook. There was no need for a violent hook-set as the tip did most of the work.
I also fished this rod with weightless plastic, swimming it through the tops of the grass. I received no bites, but the sensitivity of the rod was terrific.
I have no hesitation in recommending this rod. It has become one of my go-to rods, displacing another long-time regular.
