Craiger12 Posted July 31, 2009 Posted July 31, 2009 What are the differences between these two blanks aside from sensitivity? Which is stronger? Stiffer? Any input from those with experience with both would be great. Thanks. Quote
Chris W Posted July 31, 2009 Posted July 31, 2009 They are both top notch rods, the GLX is lighter and of course more sensitive, as far as stronger and stiffer they are about the same in my opinion. I have 11 GLX's and 2 Imx's as you can see I like the Glx's better but they are both great rods. Quote
The Yankee Fist Posted July 31, 2009 Posted July 31, 2009 Okay, I've been fishing a long time buty I am new to today's gear. I bought a GLX spin rod and had a chance to fish a bcr80glx this past weekend along with an mbr783 IMX. Both are GREAT rods but I think the GLX is a little quicker, lighter and more crisp...even among the same rods. The sensitivity is ridiculous with the 803 GLX...it's insane. I'd go GLX. IMX is great but that GLX material IMHO is a cut above everything. Good luck! Quote
Super User roadwarrior Posted July 31, 2009 Super User Posted July 31, 2009 The IMX series is what made G. Loomis. You will be completely satisfied with these rods. However, if another $100 doesn't mean too much to you, the GLX series is slightly more sensitive. Technically, the IMX is probably the stronger rod because the blank walls are slightly thicker, but that is a feature you will never notice. 8-) Quote
Super User Raul Posted July 31, 2009 Super User Posted July 31, 2009 The "best bang for the buck" in the GLoomis line is the IMX. Quote
steezy Posted July 31, 2009 Posted July 31, 2009 Give it some thought 'cause once you go GLX you will never go back. They are sweet rods! Quote
Super User roadwarrior Posted July 31, 2009 Super User Posted July 31, 2009 The "best bang for the buck" in the GLoomis line is the IMX. I agree with Raul, the premium for the GLX doesn't buy much, but there is a little. Is it worth it? I don't know for you, but it is for me. This same discussion holds for high end reels, but I won't bring up Raul's affliction for JDM in general and the Pixy in particular! "Collectors" or "enthusiasts" have interests that are not always measured in dollars and cents. 8-) Quote
Super User Raul Posted July 31, 2009 Super User Posted July 31, 2009 The "best bang for the buck" in the GLoomis line is the IMX. I agree with Raul, the premium for the GLX doesn't buy much, but there is a little. Is it worth it? I don't know for you, but it is for me. This same discussion holds for high end reels, but I won't bring up Raul's affliction for JDM in general and the Pixy in particular! "Collectors" or "enthusiasts" have interests that are not always measured in dollars and cents. 8-) GLoomis CR721IMX + Daiwa Liberto Pixy + You-Zuri Hybrid 6 lb test = FUNtastic !!!!! Quote
Super User Wayne P. Posted July 31, 2009 Super User Posted July 31, 2009 RW, your statement ""Collectors" or "enthusiasts" have interests that are not always measured in dollars and cents", could very well be spelled dollars and SENSE. Quote
Super User Raul Posted July 31, 2009 Super User Posted July 31, 2009 RW, your statement ""Collectors" or "enthusiasts" have interests that are not always measured in dollars and cents", could very well be spelled dollars and SENSE. What 's "sense" :-?, never heard about it..... ah, you mean like having all your braincells completely operational ? oooops, sorry to say I ain 't in that group of people, burnt my last one many years ago, it just popped like a fire cracker when I purchased my first japanese bait. Quote
Super User flechero Posted July 31, 2009 Super User Posted July 31, 2009 RW, your statement ""Collectors" or "enthusiasts" have interests that are not always measured in dollars and cents", could very well be spelled dollars and SENSE. I'm sure you didn't mean it that way but it comes across poorly. It makes you sound like a bitter guy without the dollars. Quote
Under the Radar Posted July 31, 2009 Posted July 31, 2009 IMX is one of those big wide screen theaters for special effects. GLX is a stool softener. Can I go home now? Quote
Super User flechero Posted August 1, 2009 Super User Posted August 1, 2009 GLX is a stool softener. maybe we should call you no 2 instead Quote
cidgrad96 Posted August 1, 2009 Posted August 1, 2009 Technically, the IMX is probably the stronger rod because theblank walls are slightly thicker, but that is a feature you will never notice. 8-) Wall thickness doesn't equate to rod strength. The load a rod can handle is a result of hoop strength. You can build a thin wall thick butt rod blank that is just as strong as a thick wall, thin butt blank. I would surmise the GL3, IMX, and GLX of the same model should have very similar strength and performance characteristics for the same model rod (this isn't always the case, but I've found them to usually be pretty similar). You should increase sensitivity going up grades of models because of the ability to use less graphite overall. Technically the fibers in a higher modulus rod should be "stronger" than those in a lower modulus, allowing you to use less material to achieve the same strength. It lets you build a lighter rod blank of the same power, and lighter usually means more sensitive. One side effect is the higher modulus rods tend to be damaged more easily by side impacts, etc because less material is used. Quote
Craiger12 Posted August 1, 2009 Author Posted August 1, 2009 Are the IMX series rods covered in a coat of glaze (I'm not sure of the proper term, scrim?) or are they uncoated? I do not recall from the last time I visited my local cabelas because I recently became interested in the loomis rods and never paid too much attention. I think that this added durability would be worth it for me. Quote
Super User Raul Posted August 1, 2009 Super User Posted August 1, 2009 Are the IMX series rods covered in a coat of glaze (I'm not sure of the proper term, scrim?) or are they uncoated? I do not recall from the last time I visited my local cabelas because I recently became interested in the loomis rods and never paid too much attention. I think that this added durability would be worth it for me. Clear coat only up to about half the distance between the foregrip and the first guide, the rest of the blank all the way up to the tip is mattè. Quote
cidgrad96 Posted August 1, 2009 Posted August 1, 2009 Only durability the clear coat will add is limited protection from chips and scratches. One thing to think about - if I remember correctly - some of the original Loomis blanks (the ones that made them famous) were natural graphite. Blanks don't need a top coat or a clear coat. It can make them more attractive or not so plain. Color some times helps with marketing too... Quote
Craiger12 Posted August 1, 2009 Author Posted August 1, 2009 I have read (on this forum I think) that scratches and chips can lead to easier breakage. Is this not the case? Quote
Super User Raul Posted August 1, 2009 Super User Posted August 1, 2009 I have read (on this forum I think) that scratches and chips can lead to easier breakage. Is this not the case? Yes, however, it depends on how deep the "scratch" or "chip" is and clear coat unless very thick is not going to protect much the blank, it 's only hundreds of an inch thick ( not much protection ). Quote
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