David P

Anything under 30IPT drives me nuts and makes me impatient. Some of it is preference, some confidence, but in some cases it's a big advantage.

The 734C will be more sensitive, but is it $70 more sensitive? Depends on your budget. The Champions have a slightly faster tip as well, keep that in mind. I would not go down a power to the 733, it's a bit light for 1/2oz jigs if you're whining them and such. I use a 743 occasionally dragging 1/2 footballs around no cover, but still prefer the 4 power. The 734 is by no means a broom stick, and will cast 3/8 and 1/2oz jigs very well. Not to mention just about any other bait in that range.... Senko, Buzzbait, Spinnerbait,Chatterbait, Traps, small swimbaits, t-rig worms, spooks, the list goes on....

I got rid of my Curados and got a few Premiers. Love the things. I got 3 lefties and with 7.1 high speed. Couldn't be happier.

Guys, also don't forget Cabellas is now carrying them as well, if you live near one your chances of handling one are now here! As for the rod, I'm a very firm believer in longer rods. Longer casting, more line moved on the hook set, and to me they just feel so much better. Helps me feel closer and more in control of my bait.

Definitely rod

Jeez, extremely expensive combos yet you use CX? I thought you'd have Tatsu or something on every reel!

I hate you, David. Send me them Dobyns. I'll give em a good home. Haha, I can't fish for another 5 weeks with this broken hand. Only got a few trips with my new reels before I broke it too. Now I know how all the guys stuck inside cause of the snow feel!

All my Dobyns rods feel like that haha

I really like fishing ripbaits on 7:1 high speed reels. Its easier and quicker to pick up the slack line, plus fish ripbaits pretty quick and feel like it takes less effort to do it all day. The other advantage is when a fish pops it hard and runs at you, high speed reels help you catch up to the fish.

If you really want to target bigger fish, you shouldn't over look 8" and 10" swimbaits too. 2lbers eat 8" trout swimbaits.

I have a Soron stx 20 and had several stradic FIs. Both are good reels, but I really am liking the Soron! Feels very precise and smooth. Im a huge believer in the Dobyns lineup, and have used the Champ 702 and Extreme 702 and only held the Savvy 702 off the rack. They're all really very nice rods, and balance extremely well.

The Rod Glove makes a great one. Tapered tips allow you to slide them in rod organizers easier.

Sharpie markers are'n' free either! The pen works well, nice easy groove, has lasted fine so far.

Yes its a 3" difference in length. The added length helps with further casting, and moving more line on the hookset. I highly recommend the 7'3 rods for all around utility rods.

Revo STX!

It really depends how heavy of cover you will be flipping and pitching. The Dobyns 795 DX Extreme flipping stick is one awesome stick. 7'9 and plenty of power to fish just about all types of cover, yet still able to fish lighter cover. The rod will put you with only about $100 to spend on a reel, but Revo S or old model Revo STX can both be found for somewhere right in that range. The Revo lineup of reels has an awesome drag which really helps for that heavier cover. If you want a slightly less expensive rod, the Dobyns 765 Champion is a great rod as well. All just depends on what your preferences are.

I haven't used the 702 Savvy, but have used the 702 Champion and Extreme a lot. The 702s are great Shaky head / drop shot rods, but without having fished the actual 702 Savvy I can't say much more. I have fished numerous other Savvy rods and think they're awesome rods for the price!

The Dobyns 764 would definitely fit the bill. I personally use the 765 but I fish probably slightly heavier cover and fish 1/2oz almost exclusively on that rod.

The 764 will be much too light for any frogging and flipping even moderate cover. The 766 Savvy is an awesome rod, and for the longest time I was using my 766 Champion as a second frog rod when needed. Definitely can pull double duty no doubt about it. Excellent! David, Thank you for your expertise on the Dobyns. I'm going to go with the 766 savvy for my pitchin and froggin in heavy cover. I have another question for you. I currently have a Shimano Compre CPC-X66MB(6'6"medium, extra fast)that I use for 1/4-3/8oz T-rigs and swim Jigs. I want to replace it with something better , and a little more power. My plans right now are to upgrade to a St.Croix Avid 7' medium, fast. What rod would you recommend in a Savvy? If you're really not going to go over 3/8oz, the 733 is a great rod, but if you're using swim jigs with a thicker hook or going to go up to 1/2oz baits sometimes, the 734 is probably a little safer bet. Both rods are awesome utility rods and can be used for a WHOLE lot more than just swim jigs too. Spinnerbaits,buzzbaits, jigs, t-rig baits, spooks, traps, the list goes on! Enjoy that 766, it's a great rod. Maybe wait until you get your 766, then decide whether you want to get the Avid, or stick with another Savvy. I'm sure you won't be disappointed

What type of baits, weights, and cover are you planning to fish with this rod? I fish Dobyns rods exclusively, and really like them. I can't really suggest a specific rod though without hearing exactly what you're going to be using the rod for. I pitch baits from 1/4oz in no cover, up to 1 1/2oz in extremely heavy cover, and everything in between.

I highly recommend sticking with the STX and Premiers, both absolutely great reels. I just started using the Premiers this week, but have used STXs for a long time. I like Premiers on all my rods under 7'3 and STXs on all my rods over 7'3. It helps with the balance of the rod, and over all feeling. Typically this means all my heavy flipping, and power fishing is done with the STX, and my more finesse stuff on the Premier. I use high speeds for everything.

The 764 will be much too light for any frogging and flipping even moderate cover. The 766 Savvy is an awesome rod, and for the longest time I was using my 766 Champion as a second frog rod when needed. Definitely can pull double duty no doubt about it.

The Cranking rods even with the fast tip still are still relatively "moderate". They are still soft enough to keep from ripping trebles out, but compared to the limp noodle cranking rod, they are a bit faster. They're by no means a flipping stick or anything like that. They still bend further down than a traditional fast or ex fast rod. Since switching to traditional cranking rods in the Dobyns line ups, I've had no issues with spit hooks, BUT I have experienced losing fish with faster rods like jig and worm rods. For me it's been the perfect combination because I really do not like limp rods that feel flimsy, but I was having issues with fish throwing cranks on traditional worm or spinnerbait rods. Just for reference.... The Dobyns 705CB MH Fast is MUCH different than the 705 Mag Heavy Jig and C-Rig rod. They are designed crankbait rods, just without the noodle like feeling.

ok so now i'm a little more confused ... I guess i'll just have to buy a boat and then buy th 765cb glass and use the mf for wake baits or something ............ :'( What kind of car do you happen to have? Back seat doesn't go down? I used to fit multiple 8fters in a small coupe just by sliding them in the passenger seat. I'm sure you've probably already tried but just figured I'd see. Rod protectors can also help keep the rod from hitting things when you slide them in. The best thing to do is use both for both techniques and see what YOU prefer. As I said, a lot of it is personal preference, and having the confidence in what you're doing. As some other guys stated they like a more moderate action for deep cranking, I've tried it a feel like I lost a ton of fish because of it. After switching, I have the utmost confidence in landing every hooked fish.