Shimano Cumulus 7'1" MHXF

[Gone_Phishin]

I've been thinking about taking the plunge on this stick.  It's primary application would be casting 1/4oz jigs, and smallie/sweet beaver trailers, in mostly open water.

Anyone pull the trigger on this stick?

[opie]

I found mine to be uncomfortable after a few hours fishing. It is just a little tip heavy, and combined with the handle, which feels smaller to me compared to my loomis or dobyns cork handles, I get "the claw" much faster when using the cumulus. I started with a core on it, and have recently changed to a steez reel, which has a larger profile and seems to help some. I'm sure it depends on how you grip and the size of your hands, but I would definitely put a reel on one at the store and check it out before you buy.

On the other hand, it is as sensitive as my glx mbr842 and it has more power than you'd expect from holding it in the store.

[Bronzefly]

I'll agree that it's a little tip heavy, but I don't find it to be uncomfortable at all with a Core 51MG7.  Actually I enjoy the rod and your application will work fantastic with this stick.  It is super light and very sensitive, and does have surprising power with a fish on. 

[SPEEDBEAD.]

Any particular reason you would choose a MH rod to throw 1/4 oz baits?

I realize that 1/4 is within the rating, just curious I guess.

[Gone_Phishin]

Any particular reason you would choose a MH rod to throw 1/4 oz baits?

I realize that 1/4 is within the rating, just curious I guess.

I've been using a (3) power Dobyns for this presentation, and I want a stick with a tad more power.  I figured I'd give a MHXF Shimano a shot.

Thanks for the info guys.  8-)

[SPEEDBEAD.]

Good deal.

Hope the rod works out for you.

[Gone_Phishin]

Good deal.

Hope the rod works out for you.

Thanks.  If I pull the trigger I'll post back.

[CWilliams]

Any update?

[Gone_Phishin]

Any update?

Yup!    I've been out of town, and my new Cumulus made the trip.

It's been awhile since I was blown away by a new rod, since the first time I fished a BCR GLX to be exact, and I am happy to say I recently experienced that feeling with my Cumulus.

I paired the 7'1"MHXF with a Core 51, spooled it with 10lb Stren fluoro, and tied on a 1/4 Pepper jig/smallie beaver combo...and I'm still grinning.

Though nowhere near as fast as a BCR, I found this rod to be as sensitive as a GLX.  Opie already posted he felt this, and I definitely concur.  Shimano hit a homer with this stick, and I definitely see at least one more Cumulus in my future.

If anyone is on the fence with these sticks, screw the new sticks debuting at ICAST, and pick one up.  8-)

[CWilliams]

Mine showed up the other day. Matched with a Core50. Only fished a couple of hours with it, but I am very impressed so far.

I have a 6 5 spinning rod matched with a CI4. I liked it so much I had to try the casting version.

Hoping to see some new additions during ICast.

[Gone_Phishin]

Glad you like it. 8-) I hope they add a few new models as well. A heavier stick for mop jigs would be nice.

I have my eye on the 6'10" ML stick for light bass and 'eye duties.

[ghost_207]

I hope they will add micro guides to the line up. ;D