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Kistler Helium VS KLX
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02/18/22 02:05 AM
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TheHaydonSmith
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Re: Kistler Helium VS KLX
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02/18/22 04:01 AM
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clintm
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No experience with the helium’s but I love my KLX’s
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Re: Kistler Helium VS KLX
[Re: TheHaydonSmith]
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02/18/22 04:09 AM
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BCOU
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I have @ 8 different Heliums and 1 KLX....I personally think the Helium is more sensitive and a better backbone but I do like the 1 KLX that I have. I bought the KLX reel and feel for a crankbait application but it was too stiff and now it's a big swimbait or chatterbait rod.
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Re: Kistler Helium VS KLX
[Re: TheHaydonSmith]
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02/18/22 01:04 PM
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fishnfireman
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IMO --- Both are overpriced for what you get.
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Re: Kistler Helium VS KLX
[Re: fishnfireman]
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02/18/22 01:37 PM
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tmd11111
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IMO --- Both are overpriced for what you get. Never tried a Helium or KLX but did handle a Z-Bone. No comparison at all to my NRX's but priced almost as much. Needless to say I wasn't impressed.
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Re: Kistler Helium VS KLX
[Re: tmd11111]
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02/18/22 02:40 PM
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fishnfireman
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IMO --- Both are overpriced for what you get. Never tried a Helium or KLX but did handle a Z-Bone. No comparison at all to my NRX's but priced almost as much. Needless to say I wasn't impressed. I've had all three and do prefer the NRX. Some of the early helium's IMO where the best for the price.
Last edited by fishnfireman; 02/18/22 02:42 PM.
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Re: Kistler Helium VS KLX
[Re: TheHaydonSmith]
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02/18/22 03:12 PM
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tmkbdd
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I have several Helium rods and I have broom handles that are more sensitive.
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Re: Kistler Helium VS KLX
[Re: fishnfireman]
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02/18/22 11:19 PM
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ChanceHuiet
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IMO --- Both are overpriced for what you get. I can tell you I have 3 KLX that I bought for $149 apiece. The EXACT same rod is now $300. $150 I'd buy more. $300 hell to the no. But I do love the rods very much. Just not worth $300.
I can backlash toilet paper.
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Re: Kistler Helium VS KLX
[Re: TheHaydonSmith]
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02/19/22 04:34 AM
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b00stin4
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I have both helium and klxwhile I do like the rods I definately prefer my older models.. Even the zbone I prefer my 5yr old model to the current model Just like Chance said excellent rods for 150$
Dynosaur Performance Legend alpha 211 Turbo Honda 8.51@179
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Re: Kistler Helium VS KLX
[Re: TheHaydonSmith]
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02/19/22 03:33 PM
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Brandon Potter
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I have a helium and a Klx drop shot rod. I like them both, but usually reach for the helium first. Yea since he’s went up on the price I probably won’t buy anymore
2022 Skeeter ZXR21
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Re: Kistler Helium VS KLX
[Re: TheHaydonSmith]
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02/21/22 11:19 PM
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ezbassin
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I like the KLX better than the Helium but mine are older models.
Last edited by ezbassin; 02/21/22 11:20 PM.
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Re: Kistler Helium VS KLX
[Re: TheHaydonSmith]
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02/22/22 01:46 AM
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Walker61
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I have a couple of Helium’s, they are good all around rods. Landed some big ones on them. I appreciate Trey. The owner.
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Re: Kistler Helium VS KLX
[Re: TheHaydonSmith]
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02/22/22 01:53 AM
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Duke 22
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I have a handful of older Helium's, IMO they were great rods for their original price point. I would not pay current prices for them, as there are much better options in the $400 range.
Last edited by Duke 22; 02/22/22 01:55 AM.
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Re: Kistler Helium VS KLX
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02/22/22 01:58 AM
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Walker61
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I agree with you Duke 22. I bought mine before this price hike.
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Re: Kistler Helium VS KLX
[Re: TheHaydonSmith]
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02/23/22 05:26 PM
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BCOU
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I'm the same. Got all of my Helium rods for less than $200 each. I've tried so many different ones at different price points and that's a good rod at the price I paid. I also have Cashion, PowerTackle and 13 Fishing rods....all for different applications.
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