G Loomis Nrx The Most Sensitive?

[masterbass]

When sensitivity is brought up, the nrx seems to always be the consensus leader in production rods.  I've never owned or even fished with one, but only because I can't afford $500 rods.  My question is for those who could afford them, but choose not to.  Why wouldn't you have a whole rack of them?  Why would you fish with anything else?

[Lucky Craft Man]

I do have a whole rack of them (well, not quite a whole rack, but a fair share), so I am not a good person to answer this question. 

 

But I will say, if you are savvy in your purchases and shop around, you could find a NRX for less than retail.  For example, there was a Tackle Company that recently offered a trade-in program where they would give you a certain percentage of a rods original value towards a NRX.  I traded in 27 rods and received 2 NRX's in return (free and clear).  Those 27 rods just sat there in my garage and now these two NRX rods most likely will be used every outing.  So things like that can allow you to get such rods without breaking the bank.  You just need to shop around (unfortunately, I do this obsessively) and you will find deals.  (I know you didn't ask about acquiring a NRX, but I just thought I would offer my opinion on it anyway.  Sorry about that).

[00 mod]

I think there is a diminishing point of return in a rod's price v.s. "sensitivity".  I personally do not own a single NRX, but I love my GLX's.   I have a rack full of those.  Could I get a NRX, sure.  Will I, probably.  Do I think they are worth $100 more than a GLX???  We will see. 

 

Jeff

[aavery2]

I enjoy mine and have never regretted the purchase.

[Hooligan]

I'm a total and complete rod snob.  I admit it.  There's no secret of that in these forums; check my post history and you'll see firsthand.

I say that because the diminishing return factor is there without a doubt.  The second part of it, is that not everyone will ever be able to utilize the differences in a lot of the upper end rods.  There will come a point that the user is no longer able to discern the difference in the rods, and what it is that they're feeling; regardless of experience level.  Is the NRX one of, if not the best, rods out there right now?  Absolutely, unquestionably, and nearly unequivocally.  That said, I'd almost rather pick up my new GLX because I prefer the rod tapers in the series.  I'd say that overall, the NRX is the best of the best, but there are also some fantastic rods for the purposes from other makers.  Gary Loomis Edge rods are stupid-incredible.  I've got two of them, and would like about nine more in respective tapers.  The DX series has some absolutely excellent rods, purpose built, as well.  The only way you decide what is, and is not, worth it is from spending the time with them in hand.

[masterbass]

I'm a total and complete rod snob.  I admit it.  There's no secret of that in these forums; check my post history and you'll see firsthand.

I say that because the diminishing return factor is there without a doubt.  The second part of it, is that not everyone will ever be able to utilize the differences in a lot of the upper end rods.  There will come a point that the user is no longer able to discern the difference in the rods, and what it is that they're feeling; regardless of experience level.  Is the NRX one of, if not the best, rods out there right now?  Absolutely, unquestionably, and nearly unequivocally.  That said, I'd almost rather pick up my new GLX because I prefer the rod tapers in the series.  I'd say that overall, the NRX is the best of the best, but there are also some fantastic rods for the purposes from other makers.  Gary Loomis Edge rods are stupid-incredible.  I've got two of them, and would like about nine more in respective tapers.  The DX series has some absolutely excellent rods, purpose built, as well.  The only way you decide what is, and is not, worth it is from spending the time with them in hand.

Thanks hooligan.

[Diggy]

I will buy one for worm and jigs because the way its hyped on here (bucket list purchase). I want to feel every blade of grass, rock, pebble and be able to feel fish pass gas near my bait. The rod sounds incredible and I must experience this 1st hand. Ill get one of those dealer samples.

[Lucky Craft Man]

I will buy one for worm and jigs because the way its hyped on here (bucket list purchase). I want to feel every blade of grass, rock, pebble and be able to feel fish pass gas near my bait. The rod sounds incredible and I must experience this 1st hand. Ill get one of those dealer samples.

If you do get one, may I suggest the 893, 894, or 895 (model dependent on the weight of lures you intend to throw). For some reason, these 7'5" x-fast rods surpass all the other NRX models in sensitivity (i.e., the cream of the crop).

[Hooligan]

If you do get one, may I suggest the 893, 894, or 895 (model dependent on the weight of lures you intend to throw). For some reason, these 7'5" x-fast rods surpass all the other NRX models in sensitivity (i.e., the cream of the crop).

Agreed.  I fish the 894 and 895 more than probably any other rods in my arsenal.

[Grantman83]

Im a dobyns guy through and through but man do I wanna own one of these...

[Tartan34]

They are dangerous....if you get one then you will most likely end up with more than you anticipated.

They are great sticks, and sensitivity with the right line is top shelf..  

[Tywithay]

They're one of, if not the, most sensitive rods I've used. Only reason I wouldn't have a full rack is because you're limiting yourself to the actions and tapers in their line up. I really like the taper and action of my Edge 705, and I can't get that with an NRX necessarily. Plus, sensitivity isn't everything, depending on the application.

[Delaware Valley Tackle]

Choosing the most sensitive rod is like choosing the smoothest reel or most comfortable car. It's all in the perception of the user. The top end Loomis rods are undeniably built using top quality components, but are way over priced for a production rod. If your budgeting that much (or even less) for a rod you can get just as good of components AND have them custom fitted and designed for you by a reputable rod builder. 

[00 mod]

If you do get one, may I suggest the 893, 894, or 895 (model dependent on the weight of lures you intend to throw). For some reason, these 7'5" x-fast rods surpass all the other NRX models in sensitivity (i.e., the cream of the crop).

 

 

Agreed.  I fish the 894 and 895 more than probably any other rods in my arsenal.

 

 

As someone who hates xf rods, can you two convince me otherwise of these?  I use the BCR 854 GLX(3 of them) and the 895 for most of my jig, t-rig, c-rig applications.  All f rods.

 

Jeff

[Smallmouth Hunter]

As someone who hates xf rods, can you two convince me otherwise of these?  I use the BCR 854 GLX(3 of them) and the 895 for most of my jig, t-rig, c-rig applications.  All f rods.

 

Jeff

I am just like you. I can't stand xf rods. Every time I hook up on a fish with one, they are barely hooked. With (true) fast rods, Every hook up is better and I don't feel like I am losing anything.

[Lucky Craft Man]

To answer your question (00mod & aprw1), the x-fast NRX rods don't necessarily behave like the traditional x-fast action rods I have used in the past (and this includes the GLX).  I don't know how it is done, but the tips on these rods are quite thin and the recovery just seems ideal.  When casting and fishing with these x-fast NRX, you seem to get all the benefits of an x-fast rod (e.g., a little more accurate casting, increased sensitivity in the tip, etc.), however, when you hook a fish, the rod seems to load a little further into the blank (much like a fast action rod might).  Below is a picture of the profile of a NRX 895 JWR when loaded that I took.  Granted, it is a really heavy powered rod, so inherently there wouldn't be much bend, but the profile of the rods deflection is certainly not one of an x-fast rod (at least in my experience). 

 

 

 

To make a long story short, the blanks of these NRX are just a different breed and do fish slightly different to their GLX counterpart (just as the GLX fishes slightly different than the IMX counterpart).  I will say though, the one detriment to the NRX rods is that they do feel a little less balanced (i.e., tip heavy) than the older GLX BCR series.  I would assume the split grip would have something to do with it, but I can't say for sure.  I add a little weight to the butt section of all my NRX rods, because when they are balanced properly, the truly do enter into another world of awesome! 

 

I should note that I have no affiliation with G Loomis at all and really don't want to sound like a salesman here, because it wouldn't matter to me if G Loomis never sold another rod in my life.  I just want to try and offer an opinion on my experience and I always hated posts where guys give you a sales pitch for a brand they seem to love.  

[00 mod]

Thanks!  Might have to try one.....errr several out!

 

Jeff

[bmlum415]

Im a dobyns guy through and through but man do I wanna own one of these...

I'm a dobyns guy as well and I've held the new zayta in a few different models when I talked with gary last. I think this rod will be the rod that surpasses the nrx. It was the latest prototype of the zayta and that thing is completely mind blowing.

[WRB]

NRX are high quality rods, so are Megabass that are higher priced. The question is and always has been what you get for your money. When I looked at the NRX worm/jig rods and had an opportunity to fish with them, I was impressed, excellent rods. The reason I choose not to purchase the NRX series was two fold; price and warranty, it cost $100 to replace the rod 2 1/2 years ago.

What I did was have custom rods made by ALX with a rod blank and construction equal to the NRX, except the length and guides I wanted. The rods are better than expected, fully life time warranted, no extra cost, 1/2 the price of the NRX.

One of my fishing partners has 15 NRX rods before I got my ALX customs and he can't see any difference in performance comparison.

Check with DVT or ALX (DVT wasn't a site sponsor 2 1/2 years ago) if interested in a custom rod.

Tom

[Sam]

I have three blue NRX spinning rods: shaky head, drop shot and jig/worm.

 

I purchased them late last year (2013) and have not taken them out of the house as I had my knee replaced after I made the buy and then the cold and stormy weather in Virginia came upon us, shutting me out since the first of the year.

 

I am looking forward to using them when the waters warm up for the three specific techniques.

 

Talk about light rods. Feather light.

 

Can't wait for the weather to change; the water to warm up; the Dogwoods to bloom; and the price of gas to go down.

[Jigs 4 Pigs]

I have a 852 "green" for light plastics - it's awesome. This year I picked up a 843 "blue" with a fast taper not x-fast. Have not used the 843 due to hard water still around my parts but I can't wait to test this sucker out!

[*Hootie]

Can't wait for the weather to change; the water to warm up; the Dogwoods to bloom; and the price of gas to go down.

Well, three out of four ain't bad...lol.

Hootie

[SirSnookalot]

Well, three out of four ain't bad...lol.

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