Dobyns Champion 733 Arrived Today

[Craiger12]

How does this rod compare to the 735? Both are listed as MH. I'm looking for a frog and jig rod. The 735 looks to be the better choice, but it's not clear to me what the differences between the 733, 734, 735 and 736 are.

You absolutely want the 735C. The 735C and 733C are actually in different series within the Champion line. Take a look at the Dobyns website. The 735C is designed specifically for frogging/pitching and is rated higher than the 733C.

[iabass8]

How does this rod compare to the 735? Both are listed as MH. I'm looking for a frog and jig rod. The 735 looks to be the better choice, but it's not clear to me what the differences between the 733, 734, 735 and 736 are.

 the differences are the powers or the last number in the model i.e 733 is a 3 power or MH. 4 powers are Heavy. some of the 5 powers are listed as MH but are MH in their given application series if that makes sense. the 735c is listed as a frog/flipping rod but it's a MH but it's more powerful than the 4 powers which are Heavy. for frogs, the 735c is THE frog rod that dobyns makes. super powerful but has an amazing tip that allows for long casts. the 735's are made /w extra fast tips specifically for this while the majority of the dobyns line ups are fast or crankbait rods. the 

[rockchalk06]

How does this rod compare to the 735? Both are listed as MH. I'm looking for a frog and jig rod. The 735 looks to be the better choice, but it's not clear to me what the differences between the 733, 734, 735 and 736 are.

 

The above guys are correct. The 5 is a Mag heavy in the Extreme model. This is a really good write up on the 735C from Tackle Tour. http://www.tackletour.com/reviewdobyns735c.html One of their only complaints was the rod registered as a heavy action and not a MH as advertised.

 

My 733 is a MH power but not all rods are created equal in that respect. Mine feels more like halfway between a MH and M. Perfect for what I need

[rockchalk06]

You absolutely want the 735C. The 735C and 733C are actually in different series within the Champion line. Take a look at the Dobyns website. The 735C is designed specifically for frogging/pitching and is rated higher than the 733C.

 

 

How would you rate the 735C for 1/2oz swim jigs?

[rockchalk06]

I have to agree, the 733 is a superbly built rod, one of the only that I really, really like in the Dobyns line. The DX795 is my "must have" from their line. The other rod that I've been fishing a ton, of late, is the Mike Long Jig rod. I didn't like it at first because I was soooooo used to the NRX and GLX, but now that I've become accustomed to the way the stick performs, I'm going to have to get a couple more.

 

 

Hows that work out being its so long? I had a 7"11 Veritas once, and never could figure out how to pitch with it

[Craiger12]

How would you rate the 735C for 1/2oz swim jigs?

It would certainly work, but it depends on your preference in action and the cover you will be fishing. For heavy cover it would be an excellent choice. I personally would opt for the 734C for an all around swim jig stick for the slower action. Another thing to consider is if you are fishing braid, you may want a slightly slower action. 

[rockchalk06]

It would certainly work, but it depends on your preference in action and the cover you will be fishing. For heavy cover it would be an excellent choice. I personally would opt for the 734C for an all around swim jig stick for the slower action. Another thing to consider is if you are fishing braid, you may want a slightly slower action. 

Thanks. That was a thought I had too. My 745 is the first fast tip I've ever used for jigs. I was concerned about the tip being slower, but after the first two really short tap tap taps, I hooked up with both fish. Normally with my XF tips I get too excited and miss the fish on the light taps.

 

Now the long process of deciding on the 734 or 744 for my swim jigs begins.

[Craiger12]

Thanks. That was a thought I had too. My 745 is the first fast tip I've ever used for jigs. I was concerned about the tip being slower, but after the first two really short tap tap taps, I hooked up with both fish. Normally with my XF tips I get too excited and miss the fish on the light taps.

 

Now the long process of deciding on the 734 or 744 for my swim jigs begins.

I vote 734C. No need for the Extreme series with moving lures. Don't think you will be disappointed.

[rockchalk06]

I vote 734C. No need for the Extreme series with moving lures. Don't think you will be disappointed.

Thanks. I love this Extreme,  but my 733 is quickly becoming my favorite lol. When the jig bite around here picks back up in the next few weeks, I may think differently.

[iabass8]

How would you rate the 735C for 1/2oz swim jigs?

 if you're using straight braid the xf tip can really make it be too much rod for heavy swim jigs unless you're throwing it really heavy, dense cover. the the 745 is a fantastic jig rod but i do not like throwing swim jigs on it.on the rare occasions i use braid, it's on a swim jig rod but it's the 733 to compensate for the braid. i fish the  1/4 swim jigs in lily pads, weed lines and don't have issues pulling bass out. the 734 would be perfect for 1/2oz swim jigs. the tip on the champion is a tad slower than the DX line which i prefer for swim jigs but not skirted traditional jigs. 

[rockchalk06]

 if you're using straight braid the xf tip can really make it be too much rod for heavy swim jigs unless you're throwing it really heavy, dense cover. the the 745 is a fantastic jig rod but i do not like throwing swim jigs on it.on the rare occasions i use braid, it's on a swim jig rod but it's the 733 to compensate for the braid. i fish the  1/4 swim jigs in lily pads, weed lines and don't have issues pulling bass out. the 734 would be perfect for 1/2oz swim jigs. the tip on the champion is a tad slower than the DX line which i prefer for swim jigs but not skirted traditional jigs. 

 

 

Thanks. I'm current using a Crucial in MHXF and with braid I really have to slow my hook set and make it a spit second delayed. This may be it.

[Brian Needham]

 the 734 would be perfect for 1/2oz swim jigs.

 

that's my swim jig rod of choice.

[rockchalk06]

that's my swim jig rod of choice.

I'll take your word for it then sir. I will start the saving process.

[Brian Needham]

I'll take your word for it then sir. I will start the saving process.

 

the force is growing quickly with you! hahahaha

 

yeap the 734 I throw 1/2 the strike king heavy hook swim jig with a rage grub trailer....flings it miles!

[rockchalk06]

Ya, I'm regretting every joining this site lol

 

Good deal. Ever since I got turn onto NS jigs, I've been spoiled. lol I throw a 1/2oz Flip N Swim with a Havoc Subwoofer 99.999% of the time when running swims.

[JTMONEY606]

my 735c should be here this week for throwing frogs and i bought a zillion 7 gear off grantman im gonna pair it up with, i already have a 703 savy i love, but  this will be my nicest setup i have ever had. gonna be a good week. 

[Craiger12]

my 735c should be here this week for throwing frogs and i bought a zillion 7 gear off grantman im gonna pair it up with, i already have a 703 savy i love, but this will be my nicest setup i have ever had. gonna be a good week.

Don't limit yourself to just frogs. The 735C is an excellent pitching stick as well. Very versatile rod as long as a slower action isn't required.

[BradGuenette]

Hows that work out being its so long? I had a 7"11 Veritas once, and never could figure out how to pitch with it

Try not to work the rod with your wrist. When pitching with long rods I find all I really have to do it lift with a slight turn of the wrist. When I'm using the 795 90% of the time I'm using heavy weights 3/4-1oz+, Just let the weight of the bait and the length of the rod do all the work, similar to a pengilum.

[curtis9]

Another question. Are there significant differences between a 683, 703, and 733, other than length? It looks like they are all rated similar, just different lengths.

[Diggy]

Thanks.

I finally got a couple of hours on this rod over my days off. All I can say is wow!

I spooled 65 yards of 12# Tatsu up and did some pitching in the living room. Kitchen has hardwood floors and I could feel every board. The sensitivity of this thing is amazing. The front yard was even better. I could feel all the grass as it was moving through.

I went out off the dam of a local lake and ran a tube over some rocks. I was able to feel every rock. I thought my GL2's were sensitive, but this thing was worth every dollar.

Could it distinguish the cedar from the hickory?

[rockchalk06]

Could it distinguish the cedar from the hickory?

If it did, That'd be a heck of an advertisement

[ColdSVT]

I've been eyeballin a 703 for texas riggin beavers...torn between that and a 13 ***

[iabass8]

Another question. Are there significant differences between a 683, 703, and 733, other than length? It looks like they are all rated similar, just different lengths.

within the same line, no.

[rockchalk06]

I've been eyeballin a 703 for texas riggin beavers...torn between that and a 13 ***

 

That's hard to say. The *** users have praised that rod big time. I decided on the Champion for several reasons. One of which was they have been proven here, Tackle Tour and on the tournament trail.

[motodmast]

just picked up a champ extreme 703C for a steal at $219 brand new!

 

rockchalk, how do you like yours 733?, and is good enough for some light t-rigs?