Delaware Valley Tackle Posted August 19, 2015 Posted August 19, 2015 You've got plenty of budget for something custom. You can have the exact grip shape and size you want- no compromising. 1 Quote
Pettis Posted August 19, 2015 Posted August 19, 2015 I noticed that, 12" vs 14.5". What's your thoughts knowing you own both these lines of rods? I own a handgull of Dobyns Champion Series, two Dobyns Chanpion Extreme rods and a handful of Duckket micro magic rods all casting and few spinning of each company. I've never owned a Megabass line of rods, but that rod does seem temping. I'm just unsure on the extra 2.5" of handle and also with the price being closer to $300 I feel like I should be comparing the Chmapion Extreme line vs this Megabass OrochinXX line. Ugh the decisions! I don't own any DX, only Champion series so I cannot speak to that. I use the champs for moving baits exclusively. I will say that the orochi is more sensitive than the champs. I do not find the handle to be too long at all, but of course these things come down to personal preference. If I was in your shoes, and planned to use the rod for jerkbaits 75% of the time or more, I may save the 50 bucks and get the champion.. however, if you are going to throw the tubes and other plastics quite a bit- I would be all over the orochi for the sensitivity factor. Also, not sure if cosmetics matter to you- but the orochi is a very attractive stick. Best of luck on your decision- I know how these types of decisions can drive you nuts! 1 Quote
kschultz76 Posted August 20, 2015 Posted August 20, 2015 Can't say positively if the Ronin suits all your needs as I've not handled it. Megabass's description of it seems to say it fits all the uses you have for it. I'd suggest you contact Gary at The Tackle Trap and see if be can provide some input, he is a defacto expert on Megabass rods, a very knowledgeable tackle resource, and an all around nice guy. That said I'd take an Orochi XX over a Dobyns 7 days a week and twice on Sundays. I'd also take a St Croix over a Dobyns any day, but generally I find my MB Orochis out perform and have a better feel then my LTB rods. My Legend Xtremes are neck and I with my Orochis. Quote
zildjian Posted August 20, 2015 Author Posted August 20, 2015 I'm definitely leaning more towards the Orochi XX Ronin. Hate to not getting another Dobyns, but I want to definitely try this rod out. Does anyone know what the true difference of the megabass casting vs spinning of this specific rod? I see they call it Jerkbait Special for the casting rod. 1 Quote
kschultz76 Posted August 20, 2015 Posted August 20, 2015 I wouldn't assume the Jerkbait Special is a casting version of the Ronin, the taper is Regular for the JS vs Fast for the Ronin. I have the JS and love it, very versatile rod for a variety of moving bait presentations, and I've even thrown finesse jigs on it with success. But it is more of a parabolic taper well suited to trebles. I use it primarily for jerkbaits, top waters, smaller cranks, but I know if I need it to its got the power for lighter soft plastics. 1 Quote
zildjian Posted August 20, 2015 Author Posted August 20, 2015 Thank you for the clarification on the rods, I have a duckett 6'6" medium fast for my casting jerkbait specific rod, but casting lighter jerkbaits is a pain, that's why I want a spinning rod for my hard jerkbaits along with 1/4oz+ tube jigs. what line do you guys recommend for spinning reel? I think I might go with briad backing with 8lb fluorocarbon leader. Any thoughts? Quote
Pettis Posted August 23, 2015 Posted August 23, 2015 Thank you for the clarification on the rods, I have a duckett 6'6" medium fast for my casting jerkbait specific rod, but casting lighter jerkbaits is a pain, that's why I want a spinning rod for my hard jerkbaits along with 1/4oz+ tube jigs. what line do you guys recommend for spinning reel? I think I might go with briad backing with 8lb fluorocarbon leader. Any thoughts? I would think that works.. I use braid to fc on all mine except dropshot- straight fc. Quote
Super User WRB Posted August 23, 2015 Super User Posted August 23, 2015 When I first read this post you stated you liked your Dobyn's drop shot rod, why not stay with Dobyn's 3 power spinning rod? The other day I was able to look at Aaron Marten's Enigma Edge spinning rod EAM72CB-M-S and thought of this thread. The rod is only $170 and very light weight with good mid section power and moderate fast upper section, perfect for your application. Couple this with a Shimano Ci4 2500 and put the savings into the reel. I am thinking of doing this combo and don't need another outfit! Tom 1 Quote
kschultz76 Posted August 24, 2015 Posted August 24, 2015 If you're still in the market someone still had has a St Croix Legemd Xtreme 6'8" M/XF (previous gen with cork split grips) listed in the Flea Market here now for $200. I keep trying to come up with an excuse to buy it but can't really convince myself that I need another one. That's a killer deal!!! 1 Quote
Super User SirSnookalot Posted August 24, 2015 Super User Posted August 24, 2015 I have a couple of brands that I prefer, based on my own track record. If my rods are comfortable, cast well, and handle the species I target, done deal. I pay very little attention to guides, fast or extrast, etc. I spend my time fishin not wishin. 1 Quote
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