Dan_the_fisher Posted February 12, 2016 Posted February 12, 2016 I'm looking for a jig rod to cast 3/8 mainly and sometimes 1/2oz jigs. gonna be a lot of pitching cover and structure but also casting banklines. It has to be full handle, that's my only requirement. I was looking into buying another megabass rod but i was wondering what you guys think would be the best under $300? Quote
Dan_the_fisher Posted February 12, 2016 Author Posted February 12, 2016 28 minutes ago, PitchinJigz said: Orochi XX I have a xx emtf that I love, another xx may be the answer i need. But I'd really like to have a lifetime warranty rod, so I was thinking maybe Dobyns or loomis 1 Quote
Fishinthefish Posted February 12, 2016 Posted February 12, 2016 St croix, bass tournament rod. You'll never be disappointed with this rods action or sensitivity. 1 Quote
Super User buzzed bait Posted February 12, 2016 Super User Posted February 12, 2016 Dobyns champion or extreme would be My choice Quote
KP Duty Posted February 12, 2016 Posted February 12, 2016 I just picked up 2 844 glx's from monster. They are on clearance for 292.50 and then you can enter your email to get a ciupon code that knocks off another $25 bringing it to $267.50tyd. #stolen! 1 Quote
PitchinJigz Posted February 12, 2016 Posted February 12, 2016 2 hours ago, Dan_the_fisher said: I have a xx emtf that I love, another xx may be the answer i need. But I'd really like to have a lifetime warranty rod, so I was thinking maybe Dobyns or loomis Megabass takes care of their customers. Plus, there is no cooler rod than the XX at that price point. If I see those on the deck of your boat at the ramp, I know you mean business. Quote
Fishinthefish Posted February 12, 2016 Posted February 12, 2016 The orochi is a 40 ton carbon rod, GM has an elite series rod with 40 ton for 130 bucks made by 13, its the *** black Quote
EllisJuan Posted February 12, 2016 Posted February 12, 2016 1 hour ago, KP Duty said: I just picked up 2 844 glx's from monster. They are on clearance for 292.50 and then you can enter your email to get a ciupon code that knocks off another $25 bringing it to $267.50tyd. #stolen! Boom! Got my GLX 783 Jig/Worm today. Such a good deal I am tempted to order another. Quote
Dan_the_fisher Posted February 12, 2016 Author Posted February 12, 2016 4 hours ago, KP Duty said: I just picked up 2 844 glx's from monster. They are on clearance for 292.50 and then you can enter your email to get a ciupon code that knocks off another $25 bringing it to $267.50tyd. #stolen! Could you post a link to that? Thanks 6 hours ago, Fishinthefish said: St croix, bass tournament rod. You'll never be disappointed with this rods action or sensitivity. I like the ltb rods, but I just can't do split grips. Quote
Super User iabass8 Posted February 12, 2016 Super User Posted February 12, 2016 6 hours ago, Fishinthefish said: The orochi is a 40 ton carbon rod, GM has an elite series rod with 40 ton for 130 bucks made by 13, its the *** black Comparing one companies 40 ton carbon to another's is like comparing one companies IM8 to the next.. Pointless. They aren't even close to the same blank and they are not constructed\rolled the same way. 2 Quote
Dan_the_fisher Posted February 12, 2016 Author Posted February 12, 2016 Okay lets narrow it down to these three, what model Dobyns champion, loomis imx, and orochi xx would you recommend for my needs? Also if anyone knows of any sales on these rods please let me know. I'm think like a 7'2"-7'4" in length. But I'm unfamiliar with how loomis and Dobyns rod powers are. Quote
Cgrinder Posted February 12, 2016 Posted February 12, 2016 IMO you already have the 3/8 oz jig rod from the XX lineup. Perfect Pitch would crush it with 1/2 oz jigs but IDK if you should go lighter on it. Maybe XX Jig and Worm? I don't hear too much about that model. Probably will be "tax return" sales at vendors in early April and you could probably get 10-15% off a DX 744 or 745. Someone better with Dobyns than I am will have to break down the 4 vs 5 power difference. If you can wait til Memorial Day, there will be solid sales. Quote
Super User buzzed bait Posted February 12, 2016 Super User Posted February 12, 2016 6 minutes ago, Cgrinder said: IMO you already have the 3/8 oz jig rod from the XX lineup. Perfect Pitch would crush it with 1/2 oz jigs but IDK if you should go lighter on it. Maybe XX Jig and Worm? I don't hear too much about that model. Probably will be "tax return" sales at vendors in early April and you could probably get 10-15% off a DX 744 or 745. Someone better with Dobyns than I am will have to break down the 4 vs 5 power difference. If you can wait til Memorial Day, there will be solid sales. the orochi xx jig and worm is what i have and would not be my ideal choice for 3/8. feels right at home with 1/2 plus trailer - 3/4 plus trailer i think. i've mostly thrown 1/2 oz plus trailer on mine and it handled that range well. on the dobyns side, i'd look at a 4 power for the 3/8 and 1/2 oz jigs you mention. don't think there's any way you could be disappointed in either of those decisions! Quote
EllisJuan Posted February 12, 2016 Posted February 12, 2016 5 hours ago, Dan_the_fisher said: Could you post a link to that? Thanks I posted them in this thread: Quote
KP Duty Posted February 12, 2016 Posted February 12, 2016 https://www.*.com/G-Loomis-Rods-MBR844C-GLX-p/gloomis-rod-mbr844c-glx.htm Quote
Super User kickerfish1 Posted February 12, 2016 Super User Posted February 12, 2016 Orichi XX, New Dobyns Extereme HP, or Loomis GLX as a rep sample or lightly used would be my suggestions. I believe Kistler could build you a full handle Helium 3 for under $300. Another option would be going the custom route. If you are concerned about matching colors to a reel, length, guides, reel seat etc... it would give you the most user input if you are kind of picky about those aspects of a rod. Quote
Dan_the_fisher Posted February 12, 2016 Author Posted February 12, 2016 What about a 853c jwr imx? It's on sale for $220 at field and stream. I'm holding it in my hand as I speak. I kinda want it either way but it seems underpowered for jigs, what you guys think? Quote
EllisJuan Posted February 12, 2016 Posted February 12, 2016 6 minutes ago, Dan_the_fisher said: What about a 853c jwr imx? It's on sale for 220 at field and stream. I'm holding it in my hand as I speak Nice rod, but * has it for the same price and you can get another $25 off, free shipping, no tax... https://www.*.com/ProductDetails.asp?ProductCode=G%2DLoomis%2DIMXBassCast%2DJWR&e=Y https://www.*.com/join_mailing_list_a/398.htm Quote
Dan_the_fisher Posted February 12, 2016 Author Posted February 12, 2016 1 minute ago, EllisJuan said: Nice rod, but * has it for the same price and you can get another $25 off... https://www.*.com/ProductDetails.asp?ProductCode=G%2DLoomis%2DIMXBassCast%2DJWR&e=Y https://www.*.com/join_mailing_list_a/398.htm What power would you recommend? Quote
EllisJuan Posted February 12, 2016 Posted February 12, 2016 6 minutes ago, Dan_the_fisher said: What power would you recommend? I would go with just what you are looking at...the 853c - Medium/Heavy. But, if your budget is comfortable to $300 I would go with the GLX... https://www.*.com/G-Loomis-GLX-Jig-Worm-853C-p/gloomis-glx-853cjwr.htm?e=Y Quote
Dan_the_fisher Posted February 12, 2016 Author Posted February 12, 2016 I had a $20 coupon for field and stream and I got bit by the monkey, now I have a imx riding shotgun as I go home. Quote
EllisJuan Posted February 12, 2016 Posted February 12, 2016 10 minutes ago, Dan_the_fisher said: I had a $20 coupon for field and stream and I got bit by the monkey, now I have a imx riding shotgun as I go home. Haha...good for you man. You will enjoy it...it is a fine rod. Quote
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