AmmoGuy Posted July 13, 2022 Posted July 13, 2022 Anyone ever tried these? I'm not much on adding stuff like this to a rod or reel, but when I'm throwing heavy lures on my Tatula rods, the short trigger digs into my finger a little. Thought these might actually make it more comfortable? http://www.triggerhappycomfortgrips.com/our-store/ Quote
Super User Cgolf Posted July 13, 2022 Super User Posted July 13, 2022 I haven't, but this morning did notice St Croix is releasing a rod with something similar. I would love to hear anyone that has tried it out. I could see it being helpful for people that lack grip strength or have wrist issues. I do have wrist issues and if this would cut down on fatigue a bit that would be great for those week long fishing trips, especially if this would work on a spinning rod. Quote
Super User Deleted account Posted July 13, 2022 Super User Posted July 13, 2022 I laughed out loud at GRASP... 1 Quote
AmmoGuy Posted July 13, 2022 Author Posted July 13, 2022 46 minutes ago, Deleted account said: I laughed out loud at GRASP... GRASP IS THE FUTURE GET ON BOARD OR BE LEFT OUT Quote
Super User Deleted account Posted July 13, 2022 Super User Posted July 13, 2022 3 minutes ago, AmmoGuy said: GRASP IS THE FUTURE GET ON BOARD OR BE LEFT OUT fresh water guys are funny (funny ha, ha,)... 1 Quote
FrnkNsteen Posted July 13, 2022 Posted July 13, 2022 Not for me. I've got a friend that was into the handle knob covers like those. Tried them and didn't like them. If anything I have modified rods to remove material and make the trigger less prominant, not add to them 1 Quote
Super User Deleted account Posted July 13, 2022 Super User Posted July 13, 2022 24 minutes ago, FrnkNsteen said: If anything I have modified rods to remove material and make the trigger less prominant, not add to them Yeah, that is what I was getting at. Most conventional salt water rods (like a big BC) have no trigger at all, just a straight grip. 2 Quote
AmmoGuy Posted July 13, 2022 Author Posted July 13, 2022 48 minutes ago, Deleted account said: Yeah, that is what I was getting at. Most conventional salt water rods (like a big BC) have no trigger at all, just a straight grip. Well, to be fair, salt guys aren't making a couple thousand casts every day with big conventional reels and rods. If so, you'd see the "GRASP COASTAL" being released. ? 1 Quote
Super User FryDog62 Posted July 13, 2022 Super User Posted July 13, 2022 I have a bone spur on one of my fingers making the grip against a hard plastic trigger uncomfortable. I now have trigger happy grips on all 15 of my baitcasting rods. I ordered black, very few have even noticed them on my rods...I'm not a bling kinda guy. A couple guys I fish with regularly (that don't have arthritis issues) noticed them and ended up ordering some themselves and really seem to like them too.. so there you go ~ 3 Quote
The Bassman Posted July 13, 2022 Posted July 13, 2022 I have the spinning version on all my reels. Makes a big difference with arthritic fingers and (at least for me) doesn't get in the way or affect feel. Quote
AmmoGuy Posted July 13, 2022 Author Posted July 13, 2022 6 minutes ago, FryDog62 said: I have a bone spur on one of my fingers making the grip against a hard plastic trigger uncomfortable. I now have trigger happy grips on all 15 of my baitcasting rods. I ordered black, very few have even noticed them on my rods...I'm not a bling kinda guy. A couple guys I fish with regularly noticed them and ended up ordering some themselves and really seem to like them too.. so there you go ~ How "sticky" are they? I'm a hand switcher (cast right handed and reel right handed). I'm wondering if they will "grab" my skin as I'm swapping back and forth? Quote
Super User FryDog62 Posted July 13, 2022 Super User Posted July 13, 2022 1 hour ago, AmmoGuy said: How "sticky" are they? I'm a hand switcher (cast right handed and reel right handed). I'm wondering if they will "grab" my skin as I'm swapping back and forth? I don't think they are, I don't even remember they're on anymore... until I switch to a different rod without them, then the bone spur starts to bark again.. 1 Quote
PondProwler9000 Posted July 14, 2022 Posted July 14, 2022 I use the spinning version. Seems to help knuckle joint pain, especially if you grip between the index and middle finger. Quote
Super User Cgolf Posted July 15, 2022 Super User Posted July 15, 2022 On 7/13/2022 at 4:14 PM, FryDog62 said: I have a bone spur on one of my fingers making the grip against a hard plastic trigger uncomfortable. I now have trigger happy grips on all 15 of my baitcasting rods. I ordered black, very few have even noticed them on my rods...I'm not a bling kinda guy. A couple guys I fish with regularly (that don't have arthritis issues) noticed them and ended up ordering some themselves and really seem to like them too.. so there you go ~ So do you think these would work on a spinning rod? I was thinking of putting it in front of the reel with the grip facing up so my index finger could rest on it. When setting the hook and fighting a fish that might help take some pressure off my wrist. Quote
Super User FryDog62 Posted July 15, 2022 Super User Posted July 15, 2022 The grips are fairly flexible rubber so I’m not sure it would give you enough of a firm spot to rest your index finger on. They do make grips for spinning rods that go over the stem of the reel. That way if you hold the rod with 2 fingers in front of the stem and 2 fingers behind (or 1 and 3) it provides cushion between the fingers. It might provide some additional stability for your wrist since it provides added thickness and maybe a little less “play” that could impact your wrist. They’re not expensive and might be worth a try... Quote
Cbump Posted July 15, 2022 Posted July 15, 2022 I palm the reel 100% of the time. Never hold the rod by the trigger grip. 1 Quote
FrnkNsteen Posted July 16, 2022 Posted July 16, 2022 On 7/13/2022 at 5:14 PM, FryDog62 said: I have a bone spur on one of my fingers making the grip against a hard plastic trigger uncomfortable. I now have trigger happy grips on all 15 of my baitcasting rods. I ordered black, very few have even noticed them on my rods...I'm not a bling kinda guy. A couple guys I fish with regularly (that don't have arthritis issues) noticed them and ended up ordering some themselves and really seem to like them too.. so there you go ~ I can understand that! I can see where that could make a difference. I had the same issue with a couple rods that had large triggers on them so I got the dremel out and removed some of it. Some are open in the center of the trigger though and don't allow it. Quote
QED Posted July 16, 2022 Posted July 16, 2022 18 hours ago, Cbump said: I palm the reel 100% of the time. Never hold the rod by the trigger grip. I'm not able to do this because I find it difficult to operate the free spool bar. How do you manage to actuate the free spool bar while palming? Quote
tander Posted July 16, 2022 Posted July 16, 2022 I have them on all my spinning and casting rods. I also have the grips on all my reels. After using both, will not have a combo without them, might be an old guy thing!!! Quote
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