PitchinJigz Posted February 14, 2015 Posted February 14, 2015 I bought a Gander Mountain GSX Tournament casting rod not too long ago because they were on sale for $50 when they're usually $100 (they still are). I really, really like the rod and am thinking about switching my whole arsenal to these rods. My one question is: who makes these rods? I've heard a few different things, but I'd really appreciate if someone knew and could tell me. That's all, thanks. Quote
Super User aavery2 Posted February 14, 2015 Super User Posted February 14, 2015 Not sure who makes the Tournament series rods for GM, the Elite series is a *** product. Quote
PitchinJigz Posted February 14, 2015 Author Posted February 14, 2015 On 2/14/2015 at 1:07 AM, aavery2 said: Not sure who makes the Tournament series rods for GM, the Elite series is a *** product. That's one thing that I did find. Just can't find the maker of the GSX Tournament. Maybe an employee would know? I'm not sure. Quote
Grantman83 Posted February 14, 2015 Posted February 14, 2015 Maybe quantum? I know they made that series of reels for gander Quote
PitchinJigz Posted February 14, 2015 Author Posted February 14, 2015 On 2/14/2015 at 1:12 AM, Grantman83 said: Maybe quantum? I know they made that series of reels for gander I don't think it's Quantum. The rods seem to be in a different planet when it comes to quality compared to the GSX Tournament reels. Quote
Bruce424 Posted February 14, 2015 Posted February 14, 2015 On 2/14/2015 at 1:00 AM, PitchinJigz said: I bought a Gander Mountain GSX Tournament casting rod not too long ago because they were on sale for $50 when they're usually $100 (they still are). I really, really like the rod and am thinking about switching my whole arsenal to these rods. My one question is: who makes these rods? I've heard a few different things, but I'd really appreciate if someone knew and could tell me. That's all, thanks. Love these rods too! Wish I would have bought some more when the sale was on Quote
PitchinJigz Posted February 14, 2015 Author Posted February 14, 2015 On 2/14/2015 at 1:46 AM, Bruce424 said: Love these rods too! Wish I would have bought some more when the sale was on They're still on sale online. They may be discontinuing them, so I'd act fast if you want more. They just came out with the new Tournament LE series for $100 (the same price as the GSX) so I can't see them keeping the GSX. Quote
Penguino Posted February 14, 2015 Posted February 14, 2015 Made by Pluefger?? Just guessing. Their reels are made by daiwa I think. Or by quantum Quote
PitchinJigz Posted February 14, 2015 Author Posted February 14, 2015 On 2/14/2015 at 1:56 AM, Penguino said: Made by Pluefger?? Just guessing. Their reels are made by daiwa I think. Or by quantum I believe their reels are both Quantum and Pflueger, depending on the model. It definitely could be a Pflueger rod, but then I'd assume it was a Fenwick because Pflueger and Fenwick are joined together by a parent company and even sell eachothers' products on their sites. Quote
Penguino Posted February 14, 2015 Posted February 14, 2015 On 2/14/2015 at 2:02 AM, PitchinJigz said: I believe their reels are both Quantum and Pflueger, depending on the model. It definitely could be a Pflueger rod, but then I'd assume it was a Fenwick because Pflueger and Fenwick are joined together by a parent company and even sell eachothers' products on their sites. Yes After thinking about it, their rods are probably made by Fenwick. Both Fenwick and Pluefger are owned by Pure Fishing, so it is hard to say which company makes the rod. I'm pretty sure that no other company would have made these rods. They look nothing like quantum, shimano, or abu rods. They might be St. Croix's, but I Highly doubt it. I'll place my money on the Fenwick. Quote
PitchinJigz Posted February 14, 2015 Author Posted February 14, 2015 On 2/14/2015 at 2:25 AM, Penguino said: Yes After thinking about it, their rods are probably made by Fenwick. Both Fenwick and Pluefger are owned by Pure Fishing, so it is hard to say which company makes the rod. I'm pretty sure that no other company would have made these rods. They look nothing like quantum, shimano, or abu rods. They might be St. Croix's, but I Highly doubt it. I'll place my money on the Fenwick.Yeah, it would make sense. Pure Fishing has been known to do a lot of work for store brands. If it is Fenwick, id be pretty happy. Fenwick makes a great product. Quote
Penguino Posted February 14, 2015 Posted February 14, 2015 On 2/14/2015 at 2:30 AM, PitchinJigz said: Yeah, it would make sense. Pure Fishing has been known to do a lot of work for store brands. If it is Fenwick, id be pretty happy. Fenwick makes a great product. Yah I am 99% it is a fenwick rod. Fenwick also makes a rod for Cabelas called the "Silverhawk" which has Fuji Alconite guides too, and looks exactly the same expect for the paint. From what I heard, the SilverHawk is a really good rod and so should the Tournament rod be then. Quote
Super User lmbfisherman Posted February 14, 2015 Super User Posted February 14, 2015 On 2/14/2015 at 2:25 AM, Penguino said: Yes After thinking about it, their rods are probably made by Fenwick. Both Fenwick and Pluefger are owned by Pure Fishing, so it is hard to say which company makes the rod. I'm pretty sure that no other company would have made these rods. They look nothing like quantum, shimano, or abu rods. They might be St. Croix's, but I Highly doubt it. I'll place my money on the Fenwick. That would be interesting to know if it is Fenwick. If it is, I would be interested in checking them out. Quote
PitchinJigz Posted February 14, 2015 Author Posted February 14, 2015 On 2/14/2015 at 2:33 AM, Penguino said: Yah I am 99% it is a fenwick rod. Fenwick also makes a rod for Cabelas called the "Silverhawk" which has Fuji Alconite guides too, and looks exactly the same expect for the paint. From what I heard, the SilverHawk is a really good rod and so should the Tournament rod be then. That would make perfect sense considering Pflueger does Gander reels. Fenwick blanks are great. The guides on the GSX Tournament are Fuji too, and are very nice. Quote
Penguino Posted February 14, 2015 Posted February 14, 2015 On 2/14/2015 at 2:35 AM, PitchinJigz said: That would make perfect sense considering Pflueger does Gander reels. Fenwick blanks are great. The guides on the GSX Tournament are Fuji too, and are very nice. Are you sure Pluefger does Gander Reels? I know they do BPS reels, but not Gander reels. Daiwa also does cabelas reels. Quote
Super User aavery2 Posted February 14, 2015 Super User Posted February 14, 2015 BPS reels are manufactured by a company named DAWON in South Korea. http://www.dawonengco.com/eng/html/company_1.php Quote
PitchinJigz Posted February 14, 2015 Author Posted February 14, 2015 On 2/14/2015 at 2:50 AM, Penguino said: Are you sure Pluefger does Gander Reels? I know they do BPS reels, but not Gander reels. Daiwa also does cabelas reels. Yeah, I'm pretty sure. I'm under the impression that Gander is Shakespeare and Pflueger (both Pure Fishing). Also, I believe BPS is the only brand that does their own, actually. Cabelas reels are by Okuma and Daiwa. Quote
masterbass Posted February 14, 2015 Posted February 14, 2015 I'm not sure about the who makes the gsx, but a buddy of mine works at gander and said all of the newer rods are made by 13. Quote
PitchinJigz Posted February 14, 2015 Author Posted February 14, 2015 On 2/14/2015 at 3:54 AM, masterbass said: I'm not sure about the who makes the gsx, but a buddy of mine works at gander and said all of the newer rods are made by 13.I don't know about that. I know the Elite is, but the GSX doesn't look anything like a 13 Rod. Also, the new LE's that are replacing the GSX are the same but with a different color. It could be 13 I guess. I just wish stores would come right out and say who makes them. Quote
Dyerbassman Posted February 14, 2015 Posted February 14, 2015 Would love to know if Fenwick makes these rods....can't find anything definitive info on it. Quote
PitchinJigz Posted February 14, 2015 Author Posted February 14, 2015 On 2/14/2015 at 2:34 AM, lmbfisherman said: That would be interesting to know if it is Fenwick. If it is, I would be interested in checking them out. Even if it isn't, I'd recommended just feeling them in the store at least. Very balanced. Quote
PitchinJigz Posted February 14, 2015 Author Posted February 14, 2015 On 2/14/2015 at 4:35 AM, Dyerbassman said: Would love to know if Fenwick makes these rods....can't find anything definitive info on it. I don't understand why they can't just tell us. I may send out a few emails basically saying that knowing what brand it is would help my buying experience. Might get a little info out of them. 1 Quote
Dyerbassman Posted February 14, 2015 Posted February 14, 2015 On 2/14/2015 at 4:39 AM, PitchinJigz said: I don't understand why they can't just tell us. I may send out a few emails basically saying that knowing what brand it is would help my buying experience. Might get a little info out of them. Please let us know what you find out Quote
PitchinJigz Posted February 14, 2015 Author Posted February 14, 2015 On 2/14/2015 at 4:42 AM, Dyerbassman said: Please let us know what you find out I will do that. If I find out anything, that is. haha Quote
PitchinJigz Posted February 14, 2015 Author Posted February 14, 2015 On 2/14/2015 at 3:24 AM, aavery2 said: BPS reels are manufactured by a company named DAWON in South Korea. http://www.dawonengco.com/eng/html/company_1.php Interesting. I didn't know that. BPS makes very nice reels, though. The JM Sig Series is a sweet reel. Quote
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