Dobyns 702 vs 703

[Jcj90]

Which one would you get for throwing an 1/8oz jighead with a keitech swing impact or easy shiner ?

[MN Fisher]

Well, 2" Impact is about 1/10oz, 4" is 3/16oz, 2.8" Fat is 1/8oz

Add 1/6oz (1/8oz jig head + hook)

 

We're looking at right around 1/4-5/16oz total

 

702 for the win.

[JackstrawIII]

703 at least. 

I've been using a 703 for the last couple years for those same baits using 12 pound hybrid line. I'm actually just now trying out braid/leader to see if I can increase hook-setting power on long casts. I often make long casts along structure and get bit really far from the boat, which can make it tricky to get a solid hook set. 

All that to say, I certainly wouldn't go lighter than the 703. 

[Columbia Craw]

What series?

[Jcj90]

6 hours ago, Columbia Craw said:

What series?

Fury

[Bird]

I have the 703, really like it.

Something I often hear on this forum is that Dobyns rods are on the softer side with their rod ratings, something to consider.

[PhishLI]

Daiwa Tatula XT Spinning Rods | Tackle Warehouse

 

TATULAXT731MFS

7'3"

Medium

Extra Fast

6-14lb

1/8-3/8oz

7+Tip

15-1/4"

[NavyToad]

I have the 732 & 733 Champion spinning rods and definitely wouldn't go with anything less than the Dobyns 3 power. I (just me) have no use for the 732 at all. 

Call Dobyns - 1-903-919-8028.

 

[Boomstick]

If you are using sharp lightwire hooks the 702 is fine in my opinion, but it is on the lighter side.

 

You’ll also be fine with the 703. The 702 is a killer ned rig rod and the 703 is more for your shaky heads or dropshots

[Columbia Craw]

Fury, 703

[Largemouthbasshunter]

On 5/15/2024 at 7:57 AM, PhishLI said:

Daiwa Tatula XT Spinning Rods | Tackle Warehouse

 

TATULAXT731MFS

7'3"

Medium

Extra Fast

6-14lb

1/8-3/8oz

7+Tip

15-1/4"

I love that rod. It is my do all finesse rod

[Striper9]

On 5/15/2024 at 10:57 AM, PhishLI said:

Daiwa Tatula XT Spinning Rods | Tackle Warehouse

 

TATULAXT731MFS

7'3"

Medium

Extra Fast

6-14lb

1/8-3/8oz

7+Tip

15-1/4"

I’m actually looking to purchase this exact rod. Going to pair it with a bg 2500. The guy at the tackle shop said the bg may be too heavy for the rod but extra weight in a reel doesn’t seem to bother me much.  is it more of an extra fast or fast?