Megabass Madbull

[skywalkerV]

Hello all!

 

Looking at the P5 Destroyer lineup that Megabass offers and would like some input.

 

Eying the Madbull, generally fishing reaction baits..Cranks, Chatter, Buzz and Spinner. I am currently using the Megabass Levante Diablo Spec R. 

 

Thus far, I am digging the DSR for the sensitivity, feel and aesthetic but just want that higher end version.

 

What are your thoughts on the Madbull? I have scoured the internet for opinions, YouTube for reviews but haven't really found anything in-depth or maybe I just need reassurance haha.

 

Appreciate your time, and hope you all get a new Personal Best this year.

[Scud_Muffin]

Mad bull is amazing. I know which YouTube videos to send you to but I can’t share that enthusiast information with you on this discussion forum without having my comment deleted again. Suffice to say there is a YouTube channel that heavily features that rod. 
 

It’s an insanely good, all purpose moving bait rod between 1/2-1 oz. I throw the iLoud, larger squarebills, buzzbaits, chatterbaits, 5” magdrafts, whatever really so long as it’s in the weight range and moves. When I just want to bring one rod do a ton of stuff, I’ll even throw a little bottom contact on there with surprisingly good results. 

[skywalkerV]

2 hours ago, Scud_Muffin said:

Mad bull is amazing. I know which YouTube videos to send you to but I can’t share that enthusiast information with you on this discussion forum without having my comment deleted again. Suffice to say there is a YouTube channel that heavily features that rod. 
 

It’s an insanely good, all purpose moving bait rod between 1/2-1 oz. I throw the iLoud, larger squarebills, buzzbaits, chatterbaits, 5” magdrafts, whatever really so long as it’s in the weight range and moves. When I just want to bring one rod do a ton of stuff, I’ll even throw a little bottom contact on there with surprisingly good results. 

 

Thank you for the response, how does this fair with the lighter side of things? 3/8oz, ever thrown a spinner on there? 

 

with my Levante DSR I can definitely notice the chatter on a 1/2oz but 3/8oz I need to pay a bit more attention, hoping that the P5 line is as sensitive as I've read.

[Scud_Muffin]

1 hour ago, skywalkerV said:

 

Thank you for the response, how does this fair with the lighter side of things? 3/8oz, ever thrown a spinner on there? 

 

with my Levante DSR I can definitely notice the chatter on a 1/2oz but 3/8oz I need to pay a bit more attention, hoping that the P5 line is as sensitive as I've read.

Sensitivity is absolutely there, even on 3/8 oz. It can throw 3/8 but really likes 1/2+. It’s awesome for spinnerbaits. 3/8 spinnerbait with a very small trailer is perfectly fine, same with chatterbaits. I’ve thrown 3/8 oz squarebills around it, and casting it definitely feels like more power than I would like but she gets the job done.
 

I would note that if you are leaning more towards a single hook moving bait rod, the other super versatile moving bait rod in the lineup is the Dark Sleeper. I do not own this rod, but as I understand it it’s not as great with trebles while being superior with single hooks. That being said, I’m extremely happy with both the treble and single hook moving bait capabilities of my Madbull. 

[MontclairDave]

4 hours ago, Scud_Muffin said:

Mad bull is amazing. I know which YouTube videos to send you to but I can’t share that enthusiast information with you on this discussion forum without having my comment deleted again. Suffice to say there is a YouTube channel that heavily features that rod. 
 

It’s an insanely good, all purpose moving bait rod between 1/2-1 oz. I throw the iLoud, larger squarebills, buzzbaits, chatterbaits, 5” magdrafts, whatever really so long as it’s in the weight range and moves. When I just want to bring one rod do a ton of stuff, I’ll even throw a little bottom contact on there with surprisingly good results. 

I know the channel you are referring to and I think the video. It was a rundown of the best Megabass rods for “junk fishing”—i.e., all-purpose rods that handle so many different baits that it takes at least a bit of the sting out of the high $$ for the rod. Brilliant vid. Made me start a Madbull fund!

[Scud_Muffin]

Just now, MontclairDave said:

I know the channel you are referring to and I think the video. It was a rundown of the best Megabass rods for “junk fishing”—i.e., all-purpose rods that handle so many different baits that it takes at least a bit of the sting out of the high $$ for the rod. Brilliant vid. Made me start a Madbull fund!

that’s the one and it’s far from the only video. There are even videos you may not expect it to feature, such as when he used it to skip 6” magdrafts under docks. 

[skywalkerV]

1 hour ago, Scud_Muffin said:

that’s the one and it’s far from the only video. There are even videos you may not expect it to feature, such as when he used it to skip 6” magdrafts under docks. 

Yep, know the exact one and they are also local to me.

Wonder why comments would get deleted though, meh, don't want to dig into the drama.

 

I appreciate your input sir, I just ordered it. Now looking for a bottom contact for my Pops, X-Bites I hear is the way to go, but he likes the shorter rods..maybe the Super Destroyer?

[Scud_Muffin]

29 minutes ago, skywalkerV said:

Yep, know the exact one and they are also local to me.

Wonder why comments would get deleted though, meh, don't want to dig into the drama.

 

I appreciate your input sir, I just ordered it. Now looking for a bottom contact for my Pops, X-Bites I hear is the way to go, but he likes the shorter rods..maybe the Super Destroyer?

I would base your rod choice on the preferred weight range you have in mind for the rod. 
 

X-bites is awesome but I don’t go above a 3/8 oz jig with a smaller trailer. It’s AWESOME for light texas rigs and 1/4-3/8 oz jigs. You can get by rolling with 1/2 oz jigs but it’s not my favorite. 
 

Super destroyer is shorter and slightly stouter and bonus for being extremely versatile. I’ve heard of folks throwing big squarebills on it then pitching jigs under docks (the new p5 model not the older destroyer if it’s still floating around). Everyone I know who has this rod just raves about it. 
 

FMJ picks up where the X-bites leaves off. It does fine with 3/8 oz + trailer but can go up to about 3/4 oz + trailer. It’s definitely beefier and stouter, think the ubiquitous NRX 873 but a tad faster. I love this thing but I’m still learning its range. I feel very confident saying I really enjoy for jigs, heavier texas rigs, pitching, and 1/2+ oz dark sleepers. 
 

BMG is even bigger than the FMJ but bends much deeper, so if you like a slower rod that does awesome with deep bottom contact but also has tons of junk applications, this is supposedly the one. Haven’t tried this one yet but I’ve heard great reports. It’s on my shortlist of next rods, along with the Super Destroyer. 

[Darth-Baiter]

man,..I can't explain it, but I now have a craving for an Orion Beer.  from Okinawa Japan.

 

Dope.    reading between the lines, we can't say certain vendors?  

[skywalkerV]

18 hours ago, Scud_Muffin said:

I would base your rod choice on the preferred weight range you have in mind for the rod. 
 

X-bites is awesome but I don’t go above a 3/8 oz jig with a smaller trailer. It’s AWESOME for light texas rigs and 1/4-3/8 oz jigs. You can get by rolling with 1/2 oz jigs but it’s not my favorite. 
 

Super destroyer is shorter and slightly stouter and bonus for being extremely versatile. I’ve heard of folks throwing big squarebills on it then pitching jigs under docks (the new p5 model not the older destroyer if it’s still floating around). Everyone I know who has this rod just raves about it. 
 

FMJ picks up where the X-bites leaves off. It does fine with 3/8 oz + trailer but can go up to about 3/4 oz + trailer. It’s definitely beefier and stouter, think the ubiquitous NRX 873 but a tad faster. I love this thing but I’m still learning its range. I feel very confident saying I really enjoy for jigs, heavier texas rigs, pitching, and 1/2+ oz dark sleepers. 
 

BMG is even bigger than the FMJ but bends much deeper, so if you like a slower rod that does awesome with deep bottom contact but also has tons of junk applications, this is supposedly the one. Haven’t tried this one yet but I’ve heard great reports. It’s on my shortlist of next rods, along with the Super Destroyer. 

Man, what a response.

Much appreciated.

 

It's a tossup between the X-Bites for Application or SuperDestroyer for versatility. He does like the shorter rods so SD might be the way to go, might even consider the Perfect Pitch in the Orochi line.

 

Seems like you have quite the collection of MegaBass arsenal! 

[Scud_Muffin]

2 hours ago, skywalkerV said:

Man, what a response.

Much appreciated.

 

It's a tossup between the X-Bites for Application or SuperDestroyer for versatility. He does like the shorter rods so SD might be the way to go, might even consider the Perfect Pitch in the Orochi line.

 

Seems like you have quite the collection of MegaBass arsenal! 

Hope you find it helpful! The collection is definitely coming along, I sold my St Croix Legends and NRX+ because the P5s just suit me better and I don’t mind selling off what doesn’t quite do it in favor of the thing that nails my tastes. I’m basically all Megabass from multiple lineups with one of the new Steez AGS in the mix for fun. 
 

If he likes shorter rods, definitely hard to go wrong with the Super Destroyer. I’ve played with it, definitely want one. Perfect Pitch seems to also have its own cult following. And I really love my X-bites, in its wheelhouse I don’t have anything that comes close. Sold my NRX+ 853c to get it. 

[UmairF]

Hey read through this thread and it’s got some great points. I’m also looking for a versatile chatterbait rod that I can rip 3/8 and 1/2 chatterbaits through grass. My initial impression in the P5 line is the Madbull, Daemos, or Javelin. Any input on those? Coming from throwing chatterbaits on a Dobyns Champ XP 734C but I get super fatigued using that rod after an hour or two. Looking to the P5 lineup since I know how light and versatile those rods are.

 

For context, I currently have the Dark Sleeper and XBites. Still trying to find a reason to keep my XBites since I have a steez ags bc2 for jigs/texas rigs. Everyone I ask basically says that all these 5 power P5 rods can do chatterbaits but Im looking for something with 70% backbone, and 30% bend in the tip so that I have enough backbone to rip baits out of tops of submerged grass, and also not pull out the bait from a fish’s mouth so it gives it a chance to suck it in with the negative pressure on hooksets. Any input would be great!

 

Thanks,

Umair

[lunkerboss923]

On 12/9/2024 at 12:40 PM, UmairF said:

Hey read through this thread and it’s got some great points. I’m also looking for a versatile chatterbait rod that I can rip 3/8 and 1/2 chatterbaits through grass. My initial impression in the P5 line is the Madbull, Daemos, or Javelin. Any input on those? Coming from throwing chatterbaits on a Dobyns Champ XP 734C but I get super fatigued using that rod after an hour or two. Looking to the P5 lineup since I know how light and versatile those rods are.

 

For context, I currently have the Dark Sleeper and XBites. Still trying to find a reason to keep my XBites since I have a steez ags bc2 for jigs/texas rigs. Everyone I ask basically says that all these 5 power P5 rods can do chatterbaits but Im looking for something with 70% backbone, and 30% bend in the tip so that I have enough backbone to rip baits out of tops of submerged grass, and also not pull out the bait from a fish’s mouth so it gives it a chance to suck it in with the negative pressure on hooksets. Any input would be great!

 

Thanks,

Umair

Umair is really digging that JDM. I am too. 

[UmairF]

On 12/24/2024 at 9:32 PM, lunkerboss923 said:

Umair is really digging that JDM. I am too. 

I’ve learned more about acquiring these JDM pieces than I’d like to admit at this point lol.

 

Ended up going with the Daemos. In the hand it has the exact bend profile I was looking for but what really intrigues me is the action in the midsection. Can’t wait to see how it performs with a fish on the other end of it. The rod is whispering hookup to land ratio in my ear when I bend it towards the middle. It’s got that unique P5 bend to it which I love. I’m starting to think I made the right choice on this one. Time will tell…

 

Umair

[DFWdarin]

I have the p5 the x-bites and the Whippet. The ex bites is deceiving because you think it's going to be fragile with the weight of it but it's actually a super strong rod. That's one thing in about to destroy your series the p5 anyway the durability is really really good. and with the weight of the rod and power of the rod and every niche category they got one for these were outs are durable strong they do the job and they're amazing when it comes to sensitivity. when I cast out a soft plastic I can literally feel the bait hit the water. It's crazy. I've gotten to where I can feel a lot more accurately what the size of the fish is almost that's hitting my line. Anyway, I know people say they're really expensive but they're expensive here but over in Japan. They're not that bad. They're about 330 bucks. And I let the cat the bag. If you actually go to a Japanese tackle store online and purchase one. Just save yourself $100 to $200. Easy

[lunkerboss923]

1 hour ago, UmairF said:

I’ve learned more about acquiring these JDM pieces than I’d like to admit at this point lol.

 

Ended up going with the Daemos. In the hand it has the exact bend profile I was looking for but what really intrigues me is the action in the midsection. Can’t wait to see how it performs with a fish on the other end of it. The rod is whispering hookup to land ratio in my ear when I bend it towards the middle. It’s got that unique P5 bend to it which I love. I’m starting to think I made the right choice on this one. Time will tell…

 

Umair

The Daemos seems to be the 843mbr for Megabass. I bet you'll really like it. I'm going for the Dark Sleeper and the FMJ. 

[DFWdarin]

Dang, I was using voice recognition and my post is pretty bad grammar wise. I'll have to check that rod out. Thanks for the tip

[UmairF]

10 hours ago, lunkerboss923 said:

The Daemos seems to be the 843mbr for Megabass. I bet you'll really like it. I'm going for the Dark Sleeper and the FMJ. 

The P5 Dark Sleeper is sick. Obviously other than the sleeper baits, I’m using it for spinnerbaits and swimjigs but it can do SO much more than that. Probably the most versatile rod in the casting lineup. If you wanted one rod to be able to do most things in that 1/4-1/2oz range in the P5 lineup it’s hard to beat.

[Tackleholic]

another site has a 25% off sale on Megabass rods to it's members.

[Bass Rutten]

14 hours ago, DFWdarin said:

Anyway, I know people say they're really expensive but they're expensive here but over in Japan. They're not that bad. They're about 330 bucks. And I let the cat the bag. If you actually go to a Japanese tackle store online and purchase one. Just save yourself $100 to $200

I assume no warranty when getting a jdm megabass rod?

[UmairF]

4 hours ago, Bass Rutten said:

I assume no warranty when getting a jdm megabass rod?

No when you buy JDM or used the warranty is out of the picture. Not like it’s that great of a warranty anyways lol.