Super User buzzed bait Posted July 7, 2015 Super User Posted July 7, 2015 Any of you want to talk me out of getting this rod during the 15% off deal? Looking at the 7'MH version of the glass crankbait rod. Really wanting to go glass and have been wanting to try a Dobyns so this just seems like a good time, good fit. Any experiences with one? Thanks. Quote
Super User kickerfish1 Posted July 7, 2015 Super User Posted July 7, 2015 Lots has been written here and other sites especially if you are referring to the 705cb glass fast action rod. Not sure what you want to know about the rod? It excels at square bills, spooks, and spinnerbaits and chatterbaits around light cover or open water. I have used mine for lipless cranks and some swimjigs too but again not where I need rip it around grass. Love mine for reaction baits but I am far from a die-hard power fishermen so I haven't sampled alot of other rods like this one. Here is mine paired with a Citica 200e with anodized blue Hawgtech parts and CF handle. 1 Quote
Super User Master Bait'r Posted July 7, 2015 Super User Posted July 7, 2015 I have one. Love it. Put a Curado I on it w/ 12# Tatsu and couldn't be happier. You really feel that glass come in when you set the hook for sure. I was on the fence when I was shopping but I'm glad I went with it. Very versatile. 1 Quote
Super User Jrob78 Posted July 7, 2015 Super User Posted July 7, 2015 Just my opinion but I think glass rods are more fun to fish. 2 Quote
Cgrinder Posted July 7, 2015 Posted July 7, 2015 I think you should swing for the fences and get an Orochi XX Swingfire. Kidding (not kidding). I prefer graphite but I can't say anything bad about the Dobyns glass rods. You'll be happy. 1 Quote
speed craw Posted July 7, 2015 Posted July 7, 2015 The dobyns champion crank bait rod in question has excellent reviews on here and other sites . http://www.tackletour.com/reviewdobyns704cbglass.html 1 Quote
Super User kickerfish1 Posted July 7, 2015 Super User Posted July 7, 2015 The dobyns champion crank bait rod in question has excellent reviews on here and other sites . http://www.tackletour.com/reviewdobyns704cbglass.html He is looking at the 705 which is the Medium Heavy. The 704 linked is a medium. But sure the article gives some feedback... 1 Quote
Super User buzzed bait Posted July 7, 2015 Author Super User Posted July 7, 2015 I knew you guys wouldn't let me down and would tell me to get it..... I'm looking at the 705MH because I would like it to also throw some 20ft divers on it and thinking that it would be best if i got the 705.... anybody feel strongly that i should maybe get the 704 instead? Quote
Super User fishballer06 Posted July 7, 2015 Super User Posted July 7, 2015 Dobyns makes the best cranking rods out there (that I have found/used). I personally own a 765CB and a 684CB. Take advantage of this sale if you have the cash to spend and get yourself something nice that will last you a very long time. 1 Quote
Jon G Posted July 7, 2015 Posted July 7, 2015 That is the best cranking rod IMO. I mainly use it for squarebills and medium divers since thats the majority of cranking I do. 1 Quote
fishindad Posted July 7, 2015 Posted July 7, 2015 Agree with all the above, especially kickerfish's comments. The first crankbait rod I reach for is my 705CB glass (F and MF). Quote
fishindad Posted July 7, 2015 Posted July 7, 2015 Oops, meant F not MF. Have no experience with the MF glass version. Quote
Super User Jrob78 Posted July 7, 2015 Super User Posted July 7, 2015 I am definitely interested in the new 736 Glass that they're unveiling at Icast. 1 Quote
Super User fishballer06 Posted July 7, 2015 Super User Posted July 7, 2015 I am definitely interested in the new 736 Glass that they're unveiling at Icast. As am I. I've been searching for a dedicated chatterbait rod. Quote
Super User Jrob78 Posted July 7, 2015 Super User Posted July 7, 2015 As am I. I've been searching for a dedicated chatterbait rod.I think it will be an all around great moving bait rod. Quote
Super User rippin-lips Posted July 7, 2015 Super User Posted July 7, 2015 I have a graphite 705. It's a nice rod for sure. I'm not sure how well it'll do for cranks that dive to 20ft though. I don't throw anything like that, but they would be at the upper end of the lure rating. Might feel overloaded a bit. Hopefully someone can give you an exact answer on that. Mid divers up to about 12ft are the max for me. Quote
Super User iabass8 Posted July 7, 2015 Super User Posted July 7, 2015 I personally wouldn't want to throw dt20 type cranks on the 705. I'd be looking at the 765 or 804. I use the 705 glass for squarebills/mid divers. works perfect. 1 Quote
Super User buzzed bait Posted July 7, 2015 Author Super User Posted July 7, 2015 i throw squarebills or mid divers the majority of the time so that would be the primary purpose for the rod, not to mention the waters i fish aren't all that deep anyways. only at certain times would i ever throw something beyond 10 or 12ft diver. Quote
Super User rippin-lips Posted July 7, 2015 Super User Posted July 7, 2015 You're good to go with the 705 then. Quote
Super User buzzed bait Posted July 7, 2015 Author Super User Posted July 7, 2015 got that over with.... just pulled the trigger on the 705cb-glass. had to expedite the shipping i was so excited.... 2 Quote
Cgrinder Posted July 7, 2015 Posted July 7, 2015 got that over with.... just pulled the trigger on the 705cb-glass. had to expedite the shipping i was so excited.... Always expedite. $5 2-day for a rod is so worth. 1 Quote
Super User MarkH024 Posted July 7, 2015 Super User Posted July 7, 2015 You will love that rod. I have a really hard time setting mine down. Enjoy it! 1 Quote
Super User Master Bait'r Posted July 8, 2015 Super User Posted July 8, 2015 I knew you guys wouldn't let me down and would tell me to get it..... I'm looking at the 705MH because I would like it to also throw some 20ft divers on it and thinking that it would be best if i got the 705.... anybody feel strongly that i should maybe get the 704 instead? Unless you throw tiny cranks like warts all day or something I wouldn't. I went 705 because I wanted it to work for EVERYTHING and it pretty much does. Even the small 3/8oz cranks it does ok with as long as you don't reel them in too fast. I use mine for everything from cranks to glides and swimbaits to jerkbaits to spinnerbaits to wake baits... It really does it all. I feel like the 704 would top out too low to truly match the versatility of the 705. It would be a fantastic compliment to have them both but if you're only getting one I'd 100% go 705. Edit: Just saw your post. Nice work! 1 Quote
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