Which Rod between these two

[FrankN209]

I was looking at the Big Bear 7'3"HF 1/2-2oz and the Phenix Feather 7'1"HF  1/4-2oz.  Close to the same price. It will double as a heavy bass rod and striper fishing with cut bait.  

 

Which would you choose?

[Smalls]

I've heard of Big Bear rods, but I've literally never seen or heard them being mentioned, ever. Could be great rods, but I personally wouldn't take a $200 chance on it. 

[J Francho]

Phenix  has a long-standing reputation of quality. I'm sure Big Bear is good too, but I've never heard of them until now. I'd go with Phenix.  

[Phil77]

The Big Bear L.E. and Kodiak look cool, then again the Phenix looks pretty nice. Flip a coin.

[FrankN209]

I seen a lot of good reviews for the Phenix Feather. I might give that one a try. 

[swhit140]

I looked at one of the Phenix Feather but I didn't like the length of the foam behind the trigger/grip, it was too short for me. Just my personal experience, but the rod was nice otherwise.

[PressuredFishing]

3 hours ago, FrankN209 said:

I was looking at the Big Bear 7'3"HF 1/2-2oz and the Phenix Feather 7'1"HF  1/4-2oz.  Close to the same price. It will double as a heavy bass rod and striper fishing with cut bait.  

 

Which would you choose?

Pheonix rods are super light, I mean super light, expensive but light, don't have much experience with big bear rods, although to be completely honest, black friday is like, a month away so if you wait you may be able to find something similar to what you want for a better price.

[FrankN209]

50 minutes ago, PressuredFishing said:

Pheonix rods are super light, I mean super light, expensive but light, don't have much experience with big bear rods, although to be completely honest, black friday is like, a month away so if you wait you may be able to find something similar to what you want for a better price.

Yes, good idea, I didn't even think about that. Thanks