WPCfishing Posted September 13, 2015 Author Posted September 13, 2015 Today's best on a Gambler Toad with a Ribbit 4.0 double hook. Lews Magnum One, Lews tournament Pro, 65# Power Pro. Quote
Super User Big Bait Fishing Posted September 13, 2015 Super User Posted September 13, 2015 I'm going to buy an ALX. The toad rod is a 4.5 power. Blanks are American made, all top quality components. Fifty more but worth it. I guess you could call there rods semi custom. Here's a link. http://www.alxrods.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/ToadfaceFeatured.png Product Description Model Name: Toadface SKU: OBC-4.5-86F UPC: 855717004069 Rod Specs: Line: 12-20# Lure: 3/8 – 1 1/8 oz Length: 7’2″ Power: 4.5 – MedHvy+ Action: Fast Detailed Specs: Average Rod Weight: 4.2 oz Handle Length: 10″ Number of Guides: 10 (2 Double foot, 8 single foot) Kigan Master Hand Zero Tangle 3D Guides with braid superior Coalite ring insert Straight path mid micro guide train layout for smoother casts Exclusive cork/EVA elliptical grip Premium one piece exposed blank reel seat providing all day comfort Exclusive pre finish coating on guide wraps with slow cure UV top coating Brilliant blue aluminum trim pieces Hand assembled in the USA with US made Hydra blanks Backed by a 10 Year Limited Warranty and SureSet Replacement Service Specifically controlled resin to carbon fiber ratios and the removal of low modulus, vibration dampening materials (thanks to SFD) provide the crisp sensitivity you expect in a tournament specific fishing rod. Built from a custom rod background with pure performance in mind, all ALX Rods have ample fish conquering horsepower, are lightweight for all day use, and designed to endure the rigors of tournament fishing. Reliability is provided from sound construction techniques and the pairing of Kigan Master Hand 3D Z Guides. Careful design features like our MidMicro Guide Train offer enhanced line control with no fear of passing leader knots. Zero Tangle tip tops ensure that line tangles will shed easier to help keep you fishing more. sounds good except for handle length , after my first custom with a handle length of 16'' for both my casting rods and spinning rods , that short of a handle would put a serious damper on my fishing . i totally understand peoples tastes are different , for me fishing longer handles and 18'' handles on swimbait rods , it makes me cringe ,LOL !!! i haven't fished a rod with that short of a handle since fishing an original Carrot Stix (same length ) . Quote
Super User Big Bait Fishing Posted September 13, 2015 Super User Posted September 13, 2015 i'm suprised you didn't go with the Dragger ( 7'4'' 5 power heavy / fast ) Quote
WPCfishing Posted September 14, 2015 Author Posted September 14, 2015 i'm suprised you didn't go with the Dragger ( 7'4'' 5 power heavy / fast ) I haven't bought yet.. Now I'm Confused about which rod to buy. As always.. Nothing to look at in stores. Quote
Super User Big Bait Fishing Posted September 14, 2015 Super User Posted September 14, 2015 I haven't bought yet.. Now I'm Confused about which rod to buy. As always.. Nothing to look at in stores. that's always the dilemma !!! to be quite honest with you , that rod is pretty plain as far as components for the price , if i were you , i'd check out a Phenix Ultra in heavy / fast whether it would be 7' or 7'7'' ( or you might even like the 7'3'' XH ) and see if you like it because the blank is only about $130 , then you can pick out components you want including the guide train , have it built to your specs , have a great custom rod for a reasonable cost . Quote
WPCfishing Posted September 14, 2015 Author Posted September 14, 2015 i'm suprised you didn't go with the Dragger ( 7'4'' 5 power heavy / fast ) Why would you recommend the Dagger over the Toad Face? Keep in mind I want a little tip for casting accuracy. Alex says the Toad Face was developed specifically for toads and Frogs. I'm curious as to what your opinion is to both rods... Quote
Super User Big Bait Fishing Posted September 14, 2015 Super User Posted September 14, 2015 Why would you recommend the Dagger over the Toad Face? i will always prefer a heavy powered frog rod over a medium heavy . have you held the 4.5 medium heavy ?? is it a stout rod with good backbone ??? does it have a fast tip ?? is it not more of a moderate action once the rod is loaded up with a fish on ?? if you fish in weed pockets , mats , or dense grass , i would suggest you get a heavy powered rod , it would blow if the rod is not as stout as you think it might be by getting the medium heavy .. Quote
Super User Big Bait Fishing Posted September 14, 2015 Super User Posted September 14, 2015 for a frog road it is always best to have too much rod than not enough ............ Quote
Super User Big Bait Fishing Posted September 14, 2015 Super User Posted September 14, 2015 Why would you recommend the Dagger over the Toad Face? Keep in mind I want a little tip for casting accuracy. Alex says the Toad Face was developed specifically for toads and Frogs. I'm curious as to what your opinion is to both rods... if you and alex's opinion on a ideal toad and frog rod is the same , go with the toad face . it's just that all blanks/rods are different even though they have the same power/action , if that's a gamble you want to take , by all means , i hope you like the rod and it suits you and your needs Quote
WPCfishing Posted September 14, 2015 Author Posted September 14, 2015 for a frog road it is always best to have too much rod than not enough ............ I have a Lews Magnum One that is brutal on hook sets. The Toad Face should be a good compliment to it. Your thoughts now? Quote
Super User Big Bait Fishing Posted September 14, 2015 Super User Posted September 14, 2015 I have a Lews Magnum One that is brutal on hook sets. The Toad Face should be a good compliment to it. Your thoughts now? how would it compliment it ??? are you trying to go finesse with frog fishing ??? Quote
WPCfishing Posted September 16, 2015 Author Posted September 16, 2015 how would it compliment it ??? are you trying to go finesse with frog fishing ??? You obviously aren't throwing toads. The toads locate bass. You have a miss you throw a frog to that area. You need two rods.. Quote
Super User Big Bait Fishing Posted September 17, 2015 Super User Posted September 17, 2015 You obviously aren't throwing toads. The toads locate bass. You have a miss you throw a frog to that area. You need two rods.. i throw buzz toads/frogs all the time , just don't know about following up with a frog , are you talking about a hollow body frog as a follow up ?? i would think most people follow up a miss with a texas rigged plastic such as a stickbait or fluke , if You need two frog/toad rods , get two . good luck .... Quote
Bass newb Posted September 17, 2015 Posted September 17, 2015 I don't understand why a toad rod is different from a frog rod. Quote
WPCfishing Posted September 18, 2015 Author Posted September 18, 2015 I don't understand why a toad rod is different from a frog rod.A toad rod should have a little tip for casting and retrieving the toad thru junk. That little extra tip will help keep you from getting hung up in the junk. Frog rods are like broom sticks, the extra weight of a frog will allow for casting distance and accuracy. With a frog your twitching not retrieving... I'll post a pick of the tips under some pressure so you can see what I'm trying to explain. I ended up passing on the ALX rod.. Sorry Alex! I went with two Kistlers. 7' and a 7'3". Quote
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