Avid Series Walleye
SCIII+ hybrid-carbon walleye spinning lineup covering jig, rig, crank, and blade techniques
- Models
- 17
- Length
- 5.7'–8.0'
- Price
- $225–$275
- Type
- Casting / Spinning
The Avid Series Walleye is St. Croix's mid-tier technique-specific walleye lineup, made for serious but non-tournament walleye anglers who want specialized rods without paying Legend Tournament prices. It covers the full range of modern walleye presentations -- jigging, rigging, cranking, blade baits, and trolling -- across a broad variety of water types and depths. Blanks are built on SCIII+ hybrid carbon, with IPC (Integrated Poly Curve) technology for smooth tapers and Fortified Resin System (FRS) for durability.
The updated design features a modified split-grip walleye handle and stainless oval guides for casting distance. The lineup is almost entirely spinning -- 16 of 17 models -- with one baitcasting model for trolling and pitching applications. Length range is 5'8" to 8', skewed toward 7'-7'6". Powers run L to H; most models are ML or M. Action variety is the defining characteristic: XF (extra-fast) models for vertical jigging and sensitivity, F for casting and moderate-depth rigging, and M for trolling and crankbaits.
Two-piece models carry a "2" suffix (ASWS76MLXF2, ASWS80MLF2) for transport convenience. The 5'8" H/F (ASWS58HF) is an outlier -- short and stout for backtrolling in current or tight-quarters jigging.
Deeper Dive
A closer look at notable models.
The shortest and heaviest-power model in the lineup. Suited for boat-side vertical jigging, backtrolling in river current, or ice-fishing bridge-rod style use where length is a liability. H power at 5'8" is unusual for walleye spinning and suggests a specific niche.
Finesse vertical jigging tool for clear-water or light-bite conditions. The ML/XF combination at 6'3" is well-suited to slip-bobber work and light jig presentations under 3/8oz. Comparable to the well-reviewed AVS63MXF model from earlier Avid generations.
The longest model in the lineup and one of two 2-piece travel configurations. 8' ML/F is specialized for long-line rigging and slip-sinker presentations on large open-water impoundments where cast length and line control at distance are priorities.
Rods in this series
| Model | Length | Power | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| ASWS58HF | 5'8" | H | Buy on Amazon |
| ASWS63MLXF | 6'3" | ML | Buy on Amazon |
| ASWS63MXF | 6'3" | M | Buy on Amazon |
| ASWS66MF | 6'6" | M | Buy on Amazon |
| ASWS66MLF | 6'6" | ML | Buy on Amazon |
| ASWS68MXF | 6'8" | M | Buy on Amazon |
| ASWC70MHM | 7' | MH | $235 |
| ASWS70LXF | 7' | L | Buy on Amazon |
| ASWS70MLF | 7' | ML | Buy on Amazon |
| ASWS70MM | 7' | M | Buy on Amazon |
| ASWS71MF | 7'1" | M | Buy on Amazon |
| ASWS71MMF | 7'1" | M | Buy on Amazon |
| ASWS73MLXF | 7'3" | ML | Buy on Amazon |
| ASWS73MXF | 7'3" | M | Buy on Amazon |
| ASWS76MLXF | 7'6" | ML | Buy on Amazon |
| ASWS76MLXF2 | 7'6" | ML | Buy on Amazon |
| ASWS80MLF2 | 8' | ML | $275 |