padon Posted March 5, 2022 Posted March 5, 2022 somehow my local tackle shop got their hands on some of the new expride b rods. so ofcourse i had to go check them out. they are SWEET. the monocoque handle makes them lighter, guides are the same cosmetics are similar but they are more of a matte finish. i had to have the 7foot 2 inch medium light spinning rod. the action is a little stouter than the previous 610 but definetly lighter than the 7foot medium. for me it should be a great drop shot rod . light enough to handle light line and small hooks but with enough backbone to set the hook on a texas rigged roboworm.would i trade in my older exprides to replace them with new ones? no not that big of a difference . but for the price man are they hard to beat. 1 Quote
ImThatGuy Posted March 5, 2022 Posted March 5, 2022 Waiting for them to stock, as I want the 711 extra heavy for a flipping stick. Thanks for sharing. 1 Quote
Super User J._Bricker Posted March 5, 2022 Super User Posted March 5, 2022 1 hour ago, ImThatGuy said: Waiting for them to stock, as I want the 711 extra heavy for a flipping stick. Thanks for sharing. Check TW, I believe they have em 1 Quote
Super User jbsoonerfan Posted March 5, 2022 Super User Posted March 5, 2022 22 minutes ago, J._Bricker said: Check TW, I believe they have em They don't have any in stock. 1 Quote
ImThatGuy Posted March 5, 2022 Posted March 5, 2022 40 minutes ago, J._Bricker said: Check TW, I believe they have em June preorder unfortunately. But waiting inpatiently. 1 Quote
Super User jbsoonerfan Posted March 5, 2022 Super User Posted March 5, 2022 33 minutes ago, ImThatGuy said: June preorder unfortunately. But waiting inpatiently. If you are inpatient, I hope whatever is wrong works out. 1 3 Quote
Super User J._Bricker Posted March 5, 2022 Super User Posted March 5, 2022 M 59 minutes ago, jbsoonerfan said: They don't have any in stock. My mistake, thanks for catching it. I was looking at the “A” model earlier today. Just checked the “A” series and TW still has the 7’11” but since sold out the 8’ rods 1 Quote
Super User jbsoonerfan Posted March 5, 2022 Super User Posted March 5, 2022 2 minutes ago, J._Bricker said: M My mistake, thanks for catching it. I was looking at the “A” model earlier today. Just checked the “A” series and TW still has the 7’11” but since sold out the 8’ rods I would buy the A series in a heartbeat if I needed one! My favorite line of rods, and I have owned the Poison Adrenas. 1 Quote
padon Posted March 5, 2022 Author Posted March 5, 2022 9 hours ago, jbsoonerfan said: I would buy the A series in a heartbeat if I needed one! My favorite line of rods, and I have owned the Poison Adrenas. yes. i own a b now but if i came across an A in a model i wanted id jump on it. not that big of a difference. 1 Quote
DINK WHISPERER Posted March 8, 2022 Posted March 8, 2022 6 minutes ago, NorthernBasser said: Thinking about getting the 7'2 H for pitching jigs. 3/8-1/2 oz. Thoughts? It all depends on what you're pitching into? For docks and scattered cover up to 1/2oz the MH/F version is perfect. Anything over 1/2oz or in heavier cover than the Heavy really shines. Mine will mainly be used for rage toads and big 12" + worms. Quote
Super User NorthernBasser Posted March 8, 2022 Super User Posted March 8, 2022 43 minutes ago, DINK WHISPERER said: It all depends on what you're pitching into? For docks and scattered cover up to 1/2oz the MH/F version is perfect. Anything over 1/2oz or in heavier cover than the Heavy really shines. Mine will mainly be used for rage toads and big 12" + worms. I suppose it's personal preference, too. I really didn't care for pitching jigs into sparse cover/docks with my 7'2 MH Expride's. Tho I do like them for T-rigs (under 3/8 oz). That's why I was wondering if the H would be a better option for me. Not that I need another jig rod, but I'm looking for a reason to get one of the new models. Quote
DINK WHISPERER Posted March 8, 2022 Posted March 8, 2022 5 hours ago, NorthernBasser said: I suppose it's personal preference, too. I really didn't care for pitching jigs into sparse cover/docks with my 7'2 MH Expride's. Tho I do like them for T-rigs (under 3/8 oz). That's why I was wondering if the H would be a better option for me. Not that I need another jig rod, but I'm looking for a reason to get one of the new models. I find the heavy a little stiff for anything under 1/2oz. But it is indeed personal preference. And you could always sell an older rod to make a little room for a newer model. ? 1 Quote
Super User Koz Posted March 8, 2022 Super User Posted March 8, 2022 I have last year's baitcaster model in a 7' 2" MH. By far it is my favorite rod of all time. It's not even close. 1 Quote
MidwestBassAttack Posted March 8, 2022 Posted March 8, 2022 Pics! Pics! Pics! This may be the year I try an Expride Quote
jimanchower Posted March 8, 2022 Posted March 8, 2022 I have four of the Expride A but never did pull the trigger on the 7'2" glass even though I'm a big chatterbait guy. The new 7' medium glass intrigues me. Should it be able to handle a 1/2oz jackhammer and trailer, or is that asking too much? I feel like it would be great for 3/8oz jackhammers and the 3/8 - 1/2oz Mini Max but I still need to be able to throw the full-size stuff. Quote
IneedAnewScreenName-98161861 Posted March 8, 2022 Posted March 8, 2022 I just grabbed the 7'3 XH. Had the 7'2H in my hands as well. For me this is for my frog rod and well as flipping a jig in the grass this summer. It was a tough tough choice for me, but the guys at Tacticalbassin swear by the 7'3 XH for froggin so I went that way. This is my first real "nice" rod and oh my gosh it sure is purdy! I can't even really believe it's an XH with how light it is. I'm absolutely dying to try it out but where I live the season doesn't open until mid June. Not really sure how I'm going to last that long! Quote
DINK WHISPERER Posted March 8, 2022 Posted March 8, 2022 1 hour ago, tim_kovar said: Do the expride b casting rods have the same cork handle length as the previous gen? Most of them do. My 711XH is maybe an inch longer. I suppose it's for balancing reasons. Also, the cork looks to be slightly better quality.... to me anyways. Quote
DINK WHISPERER Posted March 10, 2022 Posted March 10, 2022 Look what FedEx was nice enough to do to the one that just came in today! ? Quote
Sam Spade Posted March 10, 2022 Posted March 10, 2022 Anyone know if Expride B are made in China? Quote
mrpao Posted March 10, 2022 Posted March 10, 2022 15 minutes ago, DINK WHISPERER said: Look what FedEx was nice enough to do to the one that just came in today! ? Ouch. Hate it when this kind of stuff happens. 1 Quote
DINK WHISPERER Posted March 10, 2022 Posted March 10, 2022 14 minutes ago, Sam Spade said: Anyone know if Expride B are made in China? Yes they are. Even their top of the line Poison Adrenas are as well. The 711XH lost almost a 1/2oz from the A model. 1 Quote
Sam Spade Posted March 10, 2022 Posted March 10, 2022 19 minutes ago, DINK WHISPERER said: Yes they are. Even their top of the line Poison Adrenas are as well. The 711XH lost almost a 1/2oz from the A model. Thanks for confirming that. So disappointing and unnecessary... 1 Quote
DINK WHISPERER Posted March 10, 2022 Posted March 10, 2022 3 minutes ago, GReb said: Still no hook holder? Yes they have a tiny one right at the bottom of the cork handle in the exact spot as the Zodias. I would rather it not have one as I like the Fuji ones better anyhow. 1 Quote
Super User NorthernBasser Posted March 10, 2022 Super User Posted March 10, 2022 1 hour ago, DINK WHISPERER said: Look what FedEx was nice enough to do to the one that just came in today! ? Sorry bud. FedEx is the worst. 1 Quote
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