What Loomis rod would you buy?

[switz]

If you were going to buy one to cover most Worm applications which one would you buy?  I was thinking the MBR783 or BCR803?  Your thoughts?  

[Alpster]

I would go a little heavier power if you will be fishing in any thick cover. MBR784 if you like a 6 1/2' rod. I use a MBR844 (same rod in a 7') for most of my non-finesse soft plastics. You can't go wrong either way, it's your call. JMHO

Ronnie

[lubina]

I was thinking the MBR783 or BCR803?  Your thoughts?  

I've never fished with the BCR803 but I have the MBR 783 and 844. I think the 844 will cover more applications and scenarios but most of my waters are packed with dense cover. Let us know what you decide.

[switz]

another question--isn't the BCR series (Jig&worm) more specific since it falls under this classification?  Would they be better in terms of sensitivity and technique than the MBR series?

[FishTank]

I own both of these rods and they are both fantastic.  If I had to pick which one was my favorite, I would have to pick the BCR803.  It is the most sensitive rod I have ever used.  It will cast a senko a country mile.  

But if you're looking for more versatlity, then the MBR783 will cover more lures.  On a side note, I also own a MBR844 IMX.  It is, IMHO, the most versatile rod I have ever used.  I have yet to find a lure I can't cast with this thing.  Even though it is just slightly less sensitive than the other two rods mentioned, it makes up for it in hook setting power and versatlity.

Also, what reel are you looking to put on your new rod?

[linesider7]

I really prefer a 7' rod for most plastic applications these days, a 6'6" just feels too short.  Funny, I remember the days when I used a 5'6"

[SneakySnook]

I use the 844 and love it. If you want a 6 1/2' rod I would go with the 783. What ever rod you pick you won't go wrong with a loomis.

[The_Natural]

I fished a worm with a 6' spinning rod for years in middle school, graduating to a 6'6" casting rig for my high school days, and fishing the past several years with 7' rods mostly before I purchased my 803 about 2 years ago.  I always felt a 6'-6'6" rod would give more action to my bait, but liked the leverage and hooksetting power that a 7' provided.  The bcr803 is the perfect compromise.  This do-it-all worm rod is at home working open water ledges or humps, or pitching to laydowns.  The 803 is quite a bit more powerful than a 783, and every bit as powerful as an 844.   I grabbed it tonight because I was hitting a pond close to my house, and knew I would be casting and pitching.  If I'll be casting at all...I'll grab my 803.  If I'm strictly going to pitch...I'll grab a 7'+ rod.

[huskertko]

I was thinking the MBR783 or BCR803?  Your thoughts?  

I've never fished with the BCR803 but I have the MBR 783 and 844. I think the 844 will cover more applications and scenarios but most of my waters are packed with dense cover. Let us know what you decide.

Ditto, I even throw weightless senkos and Ikas with the 844 and really haven't experienced any problems doing so.  I like the 844 because I can also use it as a C-rig rod as well as a frog rod if need be.

[switz]

Thanks for all the great info......now, I can't afford the GLX series but I can the IMX and Mossyback. I do want a worm rod--which line would be best to go with? I really don't know the difference other than the IMX's are more $ and it appears the Mossyback are specially designed for worm applications? Thoughts?????

Also, which of these rods listed above do you think would be best for T-rigs?

[switz]

BTW--most of my T-rigs are with a 1/8-1/4 oz. sinker and 7" worms/lizards.

[Catt]

BCR804 GLX, Length: 6' 8, Power: 4, Line Weight: 14-20, Lure Weight: 5/16-3/4, Action: Fast  

[Lanier Buzz]

I went through a similar dilemma and ended up with the BCR803.   I've been very pleased with my selection thus far.

[lrose57]

Would buy the GLX, wait until you can afford it. I prefer the MBR 783C, as my all around rods, and like to use Senko's. I did just buy a BCR 893, GLX to have a bit longer rod to get more distance with the Senko's. The 4 power rods are too stiff, and the 3 power rods will get bass out of weeds just fine. The 803 is 2 inches longer than the 783, as you know, and would think the difference in length would not be that major a change.

[switz]

So, really wait and buy the GLX??  Is it that much better??

[flechero]

So, really wait and buy the GLX?? Is it that much better??

That depends on a few things.  I actually like IMX better because it's so much more durable and almost as light and almost as sensitive... IMO it's the best value.  But if you have a rod sock and are real gentle on your rods and are comfortable with a more delicate rod then the GLX rod IS lighter and more sensitive.  I sold my GLX's a few years ago... I sleep better at night now.  ...lol

I used an IMX MBR784 as my worm rod for almost 15 years... then when I started building rods, I built an 784 IMX blank as my worm rod.  It's hard to beat that for t-rigs.  If you just like a 7' better, the MBR844 IMX is also a great one... I also had it in factory and have it in custom- It's a good worm/jig rod as well and maybe a little more versitle.

From what I have heard, the BCR's are also outstanding...