Dobyns vs powell

[Weslewis]

Looking for a new jig and worm rod. Does anyone have experience with either the dobyns kaden 714 or the powell endurance 7'2" Heavy? Very similar specs on both rods but i dont have any where local to get my hands on either one. Thank you 

[TcRoc]

 714 depends what weights you are throwing jigs.. Great all around rod.  715 is very versatile but rated to 1.5oz lures . The 714 is more of a Medium Heavy . I love my Kaden 713. Can’t help nor comment on Powell as all my Rods are Dobyns lol. 

[Big Rick]

I have that Powell rod. I really enjoy fishing with it. I will say, however, that I like the Powell Max version better. But, if budget is a concern, you can't go wrong with the Endurance line. I really like the sensitivity and how light the rod is in hand. I paired my Endurance with the Lew's P&S reel and love it. I can skip a jig for miles, it seems. 

 

I have no experience with the Kaden rod. 

[dodgeguy]

Powell's warranty replacement cost is ridiculous.

[rangerjockey]

I think Powell is the better rod. The new Naked series is worth a look. I've been using the 702 spinning rod for a few months now and have been impressed.

 Personally in nearly 40 years of tournament and fun fishing I've broken exactly 2 rods.

One in the rod locker door and 1 in the trolling motor bracket. I'd rather buy a rod based on performance not what might happen some day. 

[Catt]

1 hour ago, rangerjockey said:

I'd rather buy a rod based on performance not what might happen some day

 

My exact thoughts!

 

Factory defect y'all paying, my screw up I'll pay.

 

I have a Powell Inferno it's hands down a better rod than Dobyns.

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11 hours ago, Big Rick said:

I have that Powell rod. I really enjoy fishing with it. I will say, however, that I like the Powell Max version better. But, if budget is a concern, you can't go wrong with the Endurance line. I really like the sensitivity and how light the rod is in hand. I paired my Endurance with the Lew's P&S reel and love it. I can skip a jig for miles, it seems. 

 

I have no experience with the Kaden rod. 

X2. Save your pennies and get the Max, much better than the Endurance or most Dobyns.

[Big Rick]

8 hours ago, rangerjockey said:

The new Naked series is worth a look.

I bought the CB medium rod 6'9" for top water poppers and Shower Blows and it is lights out. Light as a feather with amazing action. The parabolic flex is perfect for my style of top water fishing.