G Loomis GL3 MBR843C vs SBR812C for spinnberbaits

[Micropterus salmoides]

I'm interested in a dedicated spinnerbait rod and am looking at the GL3 MBR843C and SBR812C. I selected the SBR812C over the SBR813C because after evaluating them in a tackle shop the SBR812C was more similar to the MBR843C, despite its lower power rating. I think the extra fast action has a lot to do with this. The SBR813C was a beefy rod. The bottom rod circumference was much larger than the MBR843C. One thing I've noticed is that in all the spinnerbait threads I checked no one suggested a GL3 rod for spinnerbait fishing. Most people recommended IMX. Why? Is it because IMX is more versatile, say if someone wanted to use the rod for other applications, like worming and jigging? Spinnerbait fishing typically does not require a very sensitive rod unless you are deep slow rolling, which I rarely do. I've contacted G Loomis several times over the past couple of years and everyone told me that the spinnerbait series uses graphite that is most similar to GL3. GL3 is a little more forgiving which makes it good for reaction baits. It's more durable as well. A necessity for the rod I choose is the ability to accurately place 1/4-3/8 spinnerbaits into tight cover, like flooded stick brush, tules, etc using an underhand roll cast. I had no issues using a 6' 6" rod, but find that I'm increasingly more comfortable and versatile with 7' rods. They provide a bit more leverage and control when playing fish. I have 2 CBR845C rods for cranbaits/topwaters and love them. Anyway, I would appreciate feedback on some of the differences between the two rods, particularly the SBR812C since I haven't heard many reviews, and wonder if they are a step up, as well if IMX would be better than GL3 for the MBR843C. Thanks.  

[roadwarrior]

Welcome aboard!

I'm sure you will get a few responses from members who have fished the SB series.

[Grey Wolf]

WELCOME!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[The_Natural]

I have owned both.  The 6'9" SBR with the X-fast tip can cast as far as the 7' 843 with a fast tip, but I just prefer the 843's fast tip for spinnerbait fishing versus the SBR's X-fast tip.  

[Siebert Outdoors]

I use a glx 843 and like it.  I have never used the SB series though.  The 843 works great for me.

Another side note to your other ?

If you go with the 843 you can throw that lighter jig/worm and keep your 844 for the heavier 3/8-1/2 baits if needed.  Just a thought.

[Micropterus salmoides]

Thanks for the welcome.   I've seen this site a few times when searching for bass info, but never clicked to be directed to it. It's good to find so many people to derive information from. I'm in the market for new rods and reels and am evaluating my current line choices to see if I want to try out any of the new lines that have appeared within the last couple of years. Thanks everyone.

If I go with the MBR843C I will probably get the GL3 version since it is most comparable to the SB series. I definitely would not purchase GLX unless I was using that rod for worming/jigging as well. Maybe IMX if I get one from fatfishfarmer. His prices are amazing. His IMXs are around the same price of GL3 in local tackle shops. Just need more feedback on IMX vs GL3 for a dedicated spinnerbait rod.

[Siebert Outdoors]

I dont blame you for not going GLX for a sp dedicated rod.  I wouldnt either.  THats just what I use because I dont fish a sb as much as jig/worm style.  

IMO  the IMX is the best rod for the money ever made.  Great sensitivity, light, fishes great.  Just overall an excellent rod.

Not real familiar with a GL3 just havent fished one much.