SproDD79 Posted October 29, 2022 Posted October 29, 2022 Anyone use these rods, I am particularly interested in the Zolo Crank and Grind, both full graphite crankbait rods. I am also looking at two rods in the Enox series ,Hutch and Strike. I'm trying to decide if I want to experiment and try something from ALX or pick up another rod from Edge. Any feedback is appreciated. Quote
Super User WRB Posted October 29, 2022 Super User Posted October 29, 2022 Alex at ALX is the owner and easy to contact. I had Alex build 3 custom jig & worm rods, excellent workmanship, performance, balance and light weight under 3.8 oz back in 2012. Talk to Alex, his very honest and stands behind his products. Tom 1 Quote
SproDD79 Posted October 29, 2022 Author Posted October 29, 2022 8 minutes ago, WRB said: Alex at ALX is the owner and easy to contact. I had Alex build 3 custom jig & worm rods, excellent workmanship, performance, balance and light weight under 3.8 oz back in 2012. Talk to Alex, his very honest and stands behind his products. Tom I would like their crank rod with a full handle grip, I will reach out to see if they can modify it with a full grip. Thanks for the info. Quote
Revival Posted October 30, 2022 Posted October 30, 2022 I have around 12 ALX rods and love them. I have quite a few Zolos but unfortunately don’t have the Crank or Grind. I use the Hustler for my cranks. Like WBR suggested, contact Alex the owner with any question you may have. I have asked him tons of questions before purchases and he has always been happy to help. I’m sure I drove him nuts with all my questions, but he super patient and informative each time. I highly recommend their rods. They are always overlooked because they are smaller company but they build amazing rods and Alex. My friend/fishing partner buys any ALX rod I’m willing to sell no questions asked…haha. He bought most of my IKOS when I transitioned to Zolos. I don’t have an Enox rods yet but hopefully one day soon. 1 1 Quote
DaveT63 Posted October 30, 2022 Posted October 30, 2022 I only have one, an Enox Decoy. Fantastic rod, build quality is great. As the others said, call Alex. He is great to talk to and has no problems building a rod the way YOU want it built, even if it's just modifying one in their regular lineup. 2 Quote
Super User FryDog62 Posted October 30, 2022 Super User Posted October 30, 2022 I have the Decoy as well. In the Zolo line to Toadface and Dragger. In the IKOS line the Buzz rod. All outstanding sticks. Call Alex - 2 Quote
SproDD79 Posted October 30, 2022 Author Posted October 30, 2022 4 hours ago, Revival said: I have around 12 ALX rods and love them. I have quite a few Zolos but unfortunately don’t have the Crank or Grind. I use the Hustler for my cranks. Like WBR suggested, contact Alex the owner with any question you may have. I have asked him tons of questions before purchases and he has always been happy to help. I’m sure I drove him nuts with all my questions, but he super patient and informative each time. I highly recommend their rods. They are always overlooked because they are smaller company but they build amazing rods and Alex. My friend/fishing partner buys any ALX rod I’m willing to sell no questions asked…haha. He bought most of my IKOS when I transitioned to Zolos. I don’t have an Enox rods yet but hopefully one day soon. Thank you for the feedback. 2 hours ago, DaveT63 said: I only have one, an Enox Decoy. Fantastic rod, build quality is great. As the others said, call Alex. He is great to talk to and has no problems building a rod the way YOU want it built, even if it's just modifying one in their regular lineup. Good to hear, thanks. 1 hour ago, FryDog62 said: I have the Decoy as well. In the Zolo line to Toadface and Dragger. In the IKOS line the Buzz rod. All outstanding sticks. Call Alex - Thank you for the input. I pulled the trigger on the 7'10 Zolo Grind.It was 30% off from Tackle Trap, it's not full grip but the postive reviews and the discount gave the bait monkey no choice in the matter. Thanks again everyone. Quote
Longsticker Posted October 31, 2022 Posted October 31, 2022 I have the Enox LSB and the BMJ. Both are well built, light, and pretty sensitive sticks! I also have an Ikos Thunder and Hustler, I use the Thunder for A-rigs and it works great! The Hustler is one of the best squarebill rods i've used, it's by far my favorite of my ALX rods! 3 Quote
Super User FryDog62 Posted October 31, 2022 Super User Posted October 31, 2022 Zolo Dragger dug up a good one out of 18 feet yesterday on a 3/4 oz football jig. On 10/29/2022 at 3:57 PM, WRB said: Alex at ALX is the owner and easy to contact. I had Alex build 3 custom jig & worm rods, excellent workmanship, performance, balance and light weight under 3.8 oz back in 2012. Talk to Alex, his very honest and stands behind his products. Tom WRB/Tom directed me to ALX years ago - and I called Alex. Might be my favorite rod brand now. Thx Tom... SproDD79 call Alex ? 3 1 Quote
SproDD79 Posted October 31, 2022 Author Posted October 31, 2022 1 hour ago, FryDog62 said: Zolo Dragger dug up a good one out of 18 feet yesterday on a 3/4 oz football jig. WRB/Tom directed me to ALX years ago - and I called Alex. Might be my favorite rod brand now. Thx Tom... SproDD79 call Alex ? Will do, thanks. Quote
Functional Posted November 1, 2022 Posted November 1, 2022 dont they have a 3 rod deal sometime during the fall/winter? If you are planning to buy multiple and can wait it might be worth your while. Quote
NavyToad Posted November 1, 2022 Posted November 1, 2022 1 hour ago, Functional said: dont they have a 3 rod deal sometime during the fall/winter? If you are planning to buy multiple and can wait it might be worth your while. Kistler does this sometimes. ALX? Quote
Revival Posted November 1, 2022 Posted November 1, 2022 ALX usually has their 3 rod bundle sale starting sometime in November. So might be right around the corner. Quote
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