NoFroFishing

Funny how Mr Glenn closed down the other thread after calling everyone with concerns gossiping housewives. if you want to talk about leaving out critical information how about the fact that everyone lost their jobs after Gary said they wouldn’t. What’s your take on that Glenn? moderation here can really be a joke.

TBH I dont really care what happens to the company itself even with how much I loved the product. My issue is that Gary said those people wouldn’t lose their jobs. His words and he repeated this many times as being one of the main reasons he did what he did. Im sure he has a fantastic relationship with the man who gave him millions of dollars but right now he looks like a snake. Allegedly of course.

These days thats kind of all we got. With all the rumors swirling a simple response from Gary would be great but the forced silence and deleting any kind of discussion related to it on the Dobyns group page isn't helping. Although from I read he probably can't even say a word due to NDA. Allegedly of course 🤐

So has anyone else seen the rumor that GSM is shutting down the Dobyns facility and firing everyone? I hope it’s not true but I knew who GSM was and what they do.

Not to sound rude but what is the issue with that? Why are guys who are consistently average being rewarded with fat checks? But also these guys don't need 120k boats and trucks to fish. Idk man it just sounds like guys who were complacent are now mad they have to do more than just actually show up. Everything about professional Bass fishing seems backwards compared to other "major" professional sports

I'm not the most well versed in tournement fishing but his logic seems off.. No one should be having to gamble 50k in hopes of seeing some kind of return from it. Your winnings shouldn't be coming from other anglers going into debt or losing a ton of money. But also if you are placing 25th-40th why should you expect a big payout? idk it seems weird to be upset at this change.

Just wanted to come back and say the Ichikawa Rick Clunn Kamikari lightwire #8 are spot on. Been using them ever since this post. Action and Suspend/Slow float are from what I see, the exact same.

Yea the spinning rods are pretty lackluster and I hate how they do the locking nut. As a whole there hasn't been a whole lot to look forward to with Dobyns so I hope they revamp or put something new out soon. Pretty sure the Champ blank is pushing 20 years old or something like that and you can tell when you use a newer rod. Marketing is pretty non existent. I saw the videos at iCast and they immediately caught my eye but other than that it's been crickets. With who's in charge of the revamp you would think they would push that. I hope the word spreads because these rods are so d**n nice. It really does feel like you are holding and using a carefully crafted piece of equipment.

Got the new Fenwick Elite delivered today, fished for an hour and landed 5 fish. On the ned of course. 6’8 M Spinning rod specifically for close combat ned rigging. I haven’t been instantly impressed with a rod maybe ever? The aesthetics, comfort, ergonomics, balance, sensitivity, and the action. All of it are unlike anything I’ve seen in a while. The grip on the spinning rods is definitely different but it also absolutely works. The soft touch rubber makes it comfortable and nothing digs into your hands like I thought it might while your pinky and ring finger rest on the exposed blank. Does take a few minutes to get used to. Also if the perfect rod action exists this might be it. My understanding is that these are the guys who made or helped make the NRX (out of my price range) but I can see why those rods are cherished. I’ve been a Dobyns fanboy for a while but wanted to try something new. This outshines any Dobyns I’ve put in my hand and I have a bunch 🫣 Maybe I’m easily impressed but would like to hear what others think that have used them. The lure ratings on the casting rods seem low but maybe there is something I don’t know or maybe someone can give insight on that.

I am also curious of how you like the World Class. Really good looking rod and I am wanting to try something new.

Only way it could be slick is if they are using a bad sealer. I use U-40 on all my cork and it is in no way slick at all. To me it actually adds more grip while still staying true to the cork feel. It does change the texture very slightly and will darken the cork.

Been there except I actually walked right into my door and broke the tip off my fury. Dobyns sent me a new one for like half price.

Never had an issue with either. I have always preferred and still own more Shimanos because of the value on the SLX MGL. Then one day got a Zillion and it changed me. I want more and with the new tatula coming out I want that. I'm ready to change all my casters to Daiwa. As for spinning reels ill never not use a Vanford.

Biggest factor is honestly price. Paying $25 for some flouro line just isnt something I like doing. Unless its jerkbaits.. I am specific on what I use there which is Daiwa Samurai. I use Yo Zuri Hybrid, KK flourokote, and P-line Floroclear. All haver worked great. Yo Zuri prices are insanely cheap and I can get a 600 yard spool for 8 bucks. Only downside is the diameter is bigger. So a 10lb is actually 12lb and so on. Os just have to look out for that. To me the KK Florote and P-line Floroclear cast better than the Yo Zuri.

To counter that I guess is why wouldn't anyone want to buy it? I love when companies try new things. There is so much stuff out there that all looks and feels the same so I am glad St Croix is actually trying to put new stuff out there while also revamping their staple of lines. Personally I am a big fan of the trigon handles and love the Physyx rod I do own.