bass1980 Posted June 14, 2014 Posted June 14, 2014 Looking for a frog rod to fish heavy pads. Here's what I'm looking for........ - Balance, I don't have huge popeye forearms so I don't want to be worn down after a long day of fishing. - Cost, must be under $250, would love the Daiwa XBD but too rich for me. - Must be 6 power rating as I'm fishing heavy pads with this - Must be 7'3 or longer I was thinking the Dobyns 736c but still looking for reviews on it. Any suggestion please add in. Thanks. Quote
Super User Teal Posted June 14, 2014 Super User Posted June 14, 2014 Powell 725. It doesn't meet your specs to the letter, but it is a beast of a rod ans can be had for 150. Love this rod for big topwaters, frogs, lunker plunkers, and jigs too. One of Powell's Strongest rods. One of my fav rods If not, go for the Dobyns Champ 3 Quote
RippinLips4 Posted June 14, 2014 Posted June 14, 2014 Powell 725 Duckett 7'6 XH Dobyns 735 or 736 like you said St. Croix LTB 7'3 XH (30$ more than you want) i use a duckett 7' H and it works good, but i dont fish really heavy pads. Quote
Grantman83 Posted June 14, 2014 Posted June 14, 2014 The 736 is a beast of a frog rod. It's got the tip, balance and power for the heaviest of pad fishing. This was my frog rod until I picked up the new dx 746. You won't regret it of you do pick it up. Quote
SenkoGuru Posted June 14, 2014 Posted June 14, 2014 The Duckett White Ice 7'3" Heavy Pete Ponds. This is a Awesome frog rod. Perfect tip, great balance, micro guide eye's and the strength to pull them out of the thick grass. I've used a bunch of different Rod's for frogging and this is the best I've found. You will love it. Quote
Super User MCS Posted June 14, 2014 Super User Posted June 14, 2014 My buddy frogs the glades with a 736, I am sure he will voice his opinion but he loves it. Has it paired with a curado I. When I handled it I do say it felt quite nice in the hand. Quote
Super User iabass8 Posted June 14, 2014 Super User Posted June 14, 2014 736 for heavy, heavy stuff. Ive never felt undergunnd with the 735 though Quote
bass1980 Posted June 15, 2014 Author Posted June 15, 2014 Hummmm maybe I should be looking into a 735c. I'll fish around pads but it's not like I'm fishing around florida mats............. Quote
SenkoGuru Posted June 15, 2014 Posted June 15, 2014 Breaks my heart every time I see another one lost Quote
DTack Posted June 15, 2014 Posted June 15, 2014 736c Dobyns, take a look in my photos if you'd like and you will see some fish caught on the rod from both heavy cover and open water. The rod has the definite power to put fish in the boat out of heavy cover, yet still gives you plenty of tip to make properly placed casts and a soft entry. Let me know if you have any specific questions on the rod. I'm sure you've heard enough about balance and all that good stuff which there is a reason everyone tells you that and it's not because they're "paid" to tell you. Whichever you feel may be best I hope you enjoy the rod! Quote
Grantman83 Posted June 15, 2014 Posted June 15, 2014 Breaks my heart every time I see another one lost Don't worry bud, I'm sure you've steered a few. 1 Quote
Super User BassinLou Posted June 15, 2014 Super User Posted June 15, 2014 Looking for a frog rod to fish heavy pads. Here's what I'm looking for........ - Balance, I don't have huge popeye forearms so I don't want to be worn down after a long day of fishing. - Cost, must be under $250, would love the Daiwa XBD but too rich for me. - Must be 6 power rating as I'm fishing heavy pads with this - Must be 7'3 or longer I was thinking the Dobyns 736c but still looking for reviews on it. Any suggestion please add in. Thanks. Your thoughts are spot on. You do not have to search any longer. Like my friend MCS mentioned, I fish with a Champion 736 with Curado I. It's the outfit I use when I frog fish in the glades. Each of your line items of your criteria gets a "check mark" on the list you mentioned above. It's a great rod, you will not be disappointed. To help you even further, call Ron over at Valley Sports, first, before you search anywhere else. Good luck. Quote
SenkoGuru Posted June 15, 2014 Posted June 15, 2014 Don't worry bud, I'm sure you've steered a few. Oh well, At least he is getting a good fishing rod. Quote
Diggy Posted June 15, 2014 Posted June 15, 2014 For 99 you may like a Cabelas Tournament ZX frog rod, its 7ft3 heavy for 179 you can get a kistler klx frog rod and they also come full handle if you like that I fish with a 80 dollar veritas mh/h and that gets me by in so fla, we have water filled with pads, muck and shopping carts Quote
robster80 Posted June 15, 2014 Posted June 15, 2014 ive got the cabelas tournament zx frog rod. aweseome rod. couldnt believe it was 99bucks. i paid 69 on sale. it has pac bay reel seat and guides instead of fuji. hopefully theyre still good quality. Quote
Super User SoFlaBassAddict Posted June 15, 2014 Super User Posted June 15, 2014 Since I bought a Dobyns 736 a while ago, I haven't felt the need to have another frog rod. It just flat out does it all. Some people think that the 735 is a better rod for walking type frogs, personally I like the 736 more. IMO it's got a great tip for walking, you just have to learn how to use it since it's not as soft. You can call Dobyns directly and ask them what they think about it. Good bunch of people there that will happily help you out. 2 Quote
bigfishbk86 Posted June 16, 2014 Posted June 16, 2014 I have the 735 and 736 and IMO the 736 is the PERFECT frog rod, even in open water situations. It has enough tip to cast and walk frogs perfectly, and plenty of backbone to get them out of just about anything. Go with the 736, its by far the superior frog rod. 1 Quote
bass1980 Posted June 17, 2014 Author Posted June 17, 2014 Thanks everyone. I almost swayed to a 735 but now I think I'll just get a 736 and call it a day. Now split grip or full cork? Hummmmm Quote
FrogFreak Posted June 17, 2014 Posted June 17, 2014 Unless you're really into walking with ease, I find you can pick up a mid-ranged MH or H rod (store brand) and save your money for other setups that require sensitivity.I bought a 7'6" H rod from a regional store (Scheels) for $50. Their rods are made by *** now. I can still walk the dog and it has ample power for up north slop (yes we get it pretty thick in July/Aug). Quote
DTack Posted June 17, 2014 Posted June 17, 2014 Thanks everyone. I almost swayed to a 735 but now I think I'll just get a 736 and call it a day. Now split grip or full cork? Hummmmm I'm a full grip fan myslef Enjoy the rod either way! Can't go wrong! Quote
Super User SoFlaBassAddict Posted June 17, 2014 Super User Posted June 17, 2014 Thanks everyone. I almost swayed to a 735 but now I think I'll just get a 736 and call it a day. Now split grip or full cork? Hummmmm I generally go the full cork route. Just a personal choice. I like the way they balance a bit better. Quote
Grantman83 Posted June 17, 2014 Posted June 17, 2014 Full cork makes it balance better. And it just looks better IMO Quote
Super User BassinLou Posted June 17, 2014 Super User Posted June 17, 2014 Thanks everyone. I almost swayed to a 735 but now I think I'll just get a 736 and call it a day. Now split grip or full cork? Hummmmm Mine is full cork. Works great.. Quote
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