Fish Xtreme 7'1" XAS Medium Mod-Fast Action Bass Cranking Rod
A Lighter Cranking Setup for Shallow Baits and Treble Hooks
$149.99 USD
Typical delivery times range from 5 to 7 days
Fish Square Bills, Shallow Cranks, Jerkbaits & Rattle Traps
When your bass fishing centers on smaller crankbaits and other treble-hook presentations, the Fish Xtreme 7'1" XAS Medium Mod-Fast Action Bass Cranking Rod gives you a dedicated cranking platform rated for 3/16–5/8 oz lures and 8–12 lb line. Fish Xtreme lists 1.5 and 2.5 square bills, small 1–10 ft diving crankbaits, jerkbaits, 1/4 oz Rattle Traps, and Popper R's among the bass applications for model WCB71MMF.
A Cranking Setup for Smaller Treble-Hook Baits
✅ 7'1" Medium, Mod-Fast configuration is matched by Fish Xtreme to square bills, shallow-diving crankbaits, jerkbaits, Rattle Traps, and poppers
✅ 3/16–5/8 oz lure rating provides a defined working range for the smaller crankbait and treble-hook presentations specified for this model
✅ 8–12 lb line rating gives you a published range for matching line to the lure, presentation, and fishing conditions
✅ Specific mixed-modulus graphite blend uses Japanese Toray fabrics with Fish Xtreme's Nano Tube design
✅ Fuji tangle-free K-Frame Corrosion Control guides with Fazlite® rings provide the rod's line-management system
✅ Fish Xtreme Signature Winn Grip handle pairs with a low-profile palming casting reel seat for the rod's primary hand and reel contact points
✅ Fish Xtreme eliminates extra paint plus rubber and tape components it identifies as adding unnecessary weight or robbing vibration
Spec
Details
Model
WCB71MMF
Series
XAS
Length
7'1"
Power
Medium
Action
Mod-Fast
Power Rating
184g
Line Rating
8–12 lb
Lure Rating
3/16–5/8 oz
Blank
Mixed-modulus graphite blend of Japanese Toray fabrics
Guides
Fuji K-Frame Corrosion Control with Fazlite® rings
Handle
Fish Xtreme Signature Winn Grip
Reel Seat
Low-profile palming casting reel seat
Real-World Performance
Reach for the WCB71MMF when the plan calls for 1.5 or 2.5 square bills, small crankbaits running from 1–10 feet, jerkbaits, 1/4 oz Rattle Traps, or poppers. Its 7'1" length, Medium power, Mod-Fast action, and 3/16–5/8 oz lure range give it a lighter cranking role than the heavier WCB78HMF in the XAS lineup.
Fill the Shallow-Cranking Role in Your Rod Lineup
Choose the WCB71MMF when you want an XAS casting rod centered on smaller crankbaits and other treble-hook presentations instead of the heavier baits handled by the larger cranking models.
See How Fish Xtreme Tests Its Rod Blanks: The video below demonstrates Fish Xtreme's rod blank testing process and is provided as a look at how the manufacturer evaluates its rod blanks.
Frequently Asked Questions About the Fish Xtreme WCB71MMF
What bass lures is the WCB71MMF designed for?
Fish Xtreme lists 1.5 and 2.5 square bills, small crankbaits that dive from 1–10 feet, jerkbaits, 1/4 oz Rattle Traps, and Popper R's among the bass applications for the WCB71MMF.
Is the WCB71MMF designed for square bill crankbaits?
Yes. Fish Xtreme specifically lists 1.5 and 2.5 square bills among the applications for this Medium Mod-Fast cranking rod.
What line and lure ranges is the WCB71MMF rated for?
Fish Xtreme rates the WCB71MMF for 8–12 lb line and 3/16–5/8 oz lures. Keep the complete rigged presentation within the published lure range.
Can the WCB71MMF also be used for walleye?
Yes. Fish Xtreme lists heavier-bait applications, bottom bouncing, 3-way rigs, Denver rigs, rigging, long lining, and trolling among the walleye applications for the WCB71MMF.
What does the Fish Xtreme rod testing video show?
The video above demonstrates Fish Xtreme's rod blank testing process. It provides context for how the manufacturer evaluates its blanks and should not be interpreted as a model-specific performance test of the WCB71MMF.
