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Re: Best Jig Rod
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06/12/18 01:57 PM
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lipjerk
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The best is what feels "best" in your hands. I have several NRX rods but I use a NRX 893 and 894 for jigs and t-rig, far more sensitive than any other rod I have had, buy once cry once, YMMV
Last edited by lipjerk; 06/12/18 01:58 PM. Reason: need more beer
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Re: Best Jig Rod
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06/12/18 02:34 PM
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MagFluker
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A lot of ya'll saying Falcon I really like Falcon and affordable too
I found a "Lightly used" Dobyns DX 784C marked down to $180
Not sure retail but sure feels good!
I did notice what appears to be a fairly heavy metal weight on the rod Butt?
Never seen this on a rod before-is this standard on Dobyns?
Thanks That's a good deal. $349 retail on that rod. And yes, they have a metal butt cap.
Kyle in NC
PB 11.1
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Re: Best Jig Rod
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06/12/18 02:37 PM
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Sinkey
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Falcons... Cara Amistad or Cara Mike McClelland Heavy Cover
Power Tackle 104.5 would be a real close 2nd!
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Re: Best Jig Rod
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06/12/18 08:19 PM
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Captain Chunk
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I actually use the Castaway you refer to for my flipping rod only because Judy at Power Tackle told me the 104 doesnt like braid and I wanted to use it. But I do use the 104 to throw a football head jig.
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Re: Best Jig Rod
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06/12/18 10:50 PM
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ezbassin
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Power Tackle 144 if you want a 7ft jig rod, Power Tackle 104 if you want a 7ft 6in rod. I have yet to figure out just how they number their rods.
Last edited by ezbassin; 06/12/18 10:51 PM.
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Re: Best Jig Rod
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06/12/18 10:57 PM
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Cmack
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G.Loomis NRX JWR 854 is my go to jig rod.
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Re: Best Jig Rod
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06/12/18 11:14 PM
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Fast Lane
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G.Loomis 894
Powell Max 3d or Edurance 736C
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Re: Best Jig Rod
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06/14/18 06:57 PM
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bsouth401
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I love my Dobyns DX 744,745 & 746, HP's. Just pick what power rod you need for the technique or conditions. The Champion series are grat rods too. I know you did'nt want cork but if you get a chance pick up one of these rods and check out the quality of the cork used and how it feels. I'm sure you'll like it!
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Re: Best Jig Rod
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06/14/18 11:04 PM
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ezbassin
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Power Tackle rods have foam handles, many of the other rods suggested (are good jig rods) but do not have foam handles.
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Re: Best Jig Rod
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06/14/18 11:31 PM
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dlwfish
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Dobyns 744 & 745 work well for my needs
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Re: Best Jig Rod
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06/14/18 11:47 PM
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BThomas
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The one that has a strong backbone and strong enough to hoist the fish out of cover.
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Re: Best Jig Rod
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06/15/18 12:45 AM
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Amberlamps
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A lot of ya'll saying Falcon I really like Falcon and affordable too
I found a "Lightly used" Dobyns DX 784C marked down to $180
Not sure retail but sure feels good!
I did notice what appears to be a fairly heavy metal weight on the rod Butt?
Never seen this on a rod before-is this standard on Dobyns?
Thanks dx 784c is my favorite Dobyns and I own 16 of them.
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