e21 Carrot Stix vs. G Loomis GLX

[Lucky Craft Man]

I hear all these great things about e21's carrot stix.  I was wondering for those who have both the Carrot Stix and a G Loomis GLX, which one do you think would be better for T-rigs and other soft plastic applications.  I was convinced I was going to buy the G Loomis GLX BCR854 for this application, but the Carrot Stix C731MHC has peeked my interest.  The only thing I don't think I will like is the split grip (I had one split grip rod, which I ended up selling, because the split grip drove me nuts).  Any opinion is appreciated.  Thanks.

[Tin]

If you couldn't stand the split grip handle and ended up selling the last rod you had that came with one, then go with the Loomis. It takes a little getting used to but I have learned to love it.

[smcentee]

Don't have the Loomis, but have been fishing the e21 for a few months and my one dislike about the rod is the grip. I like split grips, but the top grip on the e21 is very short. Half my hand is holding rod blank (large hands don't help).

[Tin]

Also from the reel seat back is a little short on the 7'3" for my liking.

[Redlinerobert]

Two different animals.  The GLX is a faster action than the carrot stix,  I would compare it more to Loomis crankbait series.  

[Tin]

Two different animals. The GLX is a faster action than the carrot stix, I would compare it more to Loomis crankbait series.

Good point, a Carrot Stix medium action is stiffer than the medium action of a Croix or Loomis imo. Same goes for the mh action.

[Gone_Phishin]

Get the 854.  I bought my first jig-n-worm series this past year, and it blew me away.  It is so sensitive, and so responsive , exactly what you need when fishing plastics.  It may not have the aesthetic appeal of a Carrot stick, but who cares?  Fishing plastics is about the feel, not the bling.

 

[smcentee]

"It may not have the aesthetic appeal of a Carrot stick, but who cares?"

Orange, red and black - butt ugly IMO!

[shimanogloomis man]

I have the bcr 854 this blanks is beyond sensitive and is a powerhouse i have it paired with my shimano 50mg nice and  lightweight. By best rod iv ever owned so far

[The_Natural]

Two different animals.  The GLX is a faster action than the carrot stix,  I would compare it more to Loomis crankbait series.  

Good point, a Carrot Stix medium action is stiffer than the medium action of a Croix or Loomis imo. Same goes for the mh action.

Stiffer than a fast or X-fast action Loomis or Croix?.   I can't tell you which one to buy...I do own several BCR's and love them, but I haven't fished the carrot stick.

[roadwarrior]

For those that already have a collection of gear, the "new" is fun to try. However, buying untested, unproven equipment that has no track record and little information regarding actual components and performance parameters is a gamble.

For those buying a "main" fishing rod, the reputation of G.Loomis and St. Croix guarantees a quality rod for a specified function at various pricing points. In addition to these brands, I have a Lamiglas and Fenwick Techna AV for a couple of specific applications. I'm happy with the rods I own, but I still have a VERY strong preference for G. Loomis.

Finally, at the pricing point for the Carrot Stix, the St. Croix Avid series that is being liquidated is a great value $140- $170 rods for around $100. I have three and these are excellent rods with high quality components and a limited lifetime warranty. I consider these to be the "best value" in today's market.

[Siebert Outdoors]

I'm a diehard loomis guy.  I've never even seen a carrot stick.

All I will say is watch out for the hype and marketing.  I'm sure thats why you asked here.

[Redlinerobert]

Well said RW.  ALthough I dont own any St Croix rods, many members here rave about them.  I am sure they;re great.

[blade]

St croix does make some great rods,  BUT... their crankbait rods do NOT come anywhere close to being as good as the carrot stix