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 Re: BEST BRAND OF RODS
[Re: gspbrad]
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07/19/24 07:38 PM
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El Skeeter
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G Loomis IMX or GLX depending on your technique requirement. Own 3 - 13 Fishing Envy Black first generation, , Loomis didn't quite fit my need..
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Re: BEST BRAND OF RODS
[Re: Peter L.]
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07/19/24 08:13 PM
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Ranger 188vs
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I’ve still got a couple of old Berkley Series ONE rods made in the 80’s. Wow, what a blank.
My all time favorite, don’t laugh, is the quantum PT hxs 62 blanks. Again, don’t laugh, but the BPS Extreme HM 54 blanks were great.
Those are all rods that stood the test of time, probably doesn’t answer your question.
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Re: BEST BRAND OF RODS
[Re: Peter L.]
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07/19/24 08:34 PM
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split cane rod
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A couple of people have mentioned St. Croix. I have to agree, especially with the great warranty part. You actually talk to a person on the phone, and in my case, he laid out several options for me. I like Falcon, G-Loomis, and Lews, too…
JR
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Re: BEST BRAND OF RODS
[Re: Peter L.]
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07/19/24 09:40 PM
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ezbassin
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Falcon
Dobyns
Loomis
Phoenix
13 fishing
Fxtreme
St. Croix
Shimano and it goes on and on. There are a bunch of rod brands that are good.
Last edited by ezbassin; 07/19/24 09:40 PM.
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Re: BEST BRAND OF RODS
[Re: Grasshopperglock]
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07/19/24 09:42 PM
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ezbassin
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Ugly Stik Elite.
(Most my money goes into the reel) I would only use one of these for catfishing. It is strong but not sensitive at all.
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Re: BEST BRAND OF RODS
[Re: ezbassin]
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07/19/24 10:34 PM
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Grasshopperglock
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Ugly Stik Elite.
(Most my money goes into the reel) I would only use one of these for catfishing. It is strong but not sensitive at all. It's brand loyalty with me. I've been using Ugly Stik since a kid. The longest running pole I still have is a, "Lite Graphite", 6' medium heavy. With a Mitchell 408. I currently run both of their Ultralight in 5' and 6'6". 2500 Exist on the 5, Stella on the 6.6. I don't have sensitivity issues. And of course, catfish poles. Plus Shimano and a St. Croix. But my favorite is Ugly Stik.
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Re: BEST BRAND OF RODS
[Re: Peter L.]
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07/20/24 01:19 AM
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Rayzor
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Go to the rod section, pick out some rods, do the ole rod whip thing, look at the number of guides, look at the price. Does it feel good in your hands? Buy it.
Be safe, Rayzor ![[Linked Image]](http://i418.photobucket.com/albums/pp267/JLedbetter/th_Boatpics036.jpg) 2001 Triton Tx-21/225 Mercury EFI
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Re: BEST BRAND OF RODS
[Re: Peter L.]
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07/20/24 02:34 AM
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lconn4
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GLoomis and St Croix are my favorites.. for fresh and saltwater. Cant wait to see the new St Croix Avid freshwater series as I had used them for many years and would have bought more but they were discontinued for several years and they were brought back this year. https://stcroixrods.com/pages/avid-series
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Re: BEST BRAND OF RODS
[Re: tmd11111]
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07/20/24 05:23 PM
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Peter L.
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$400 for a Duckett  Yup for their black ice series🤬
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Re: BEST BRAND OF RODS
[Re: gspbrad]
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07/20/24 05:24 PM
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Peter L.
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G Loomis? The industry has been chasing the NRX for a long time ... the new NRX+ checks your boxes. That’s what I like to hear. Thanks. Gonna be checking them out. What series do you recommend if money is no option?
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Re: BEST BRAND OF RODS
[Re: wanta10lbbass]
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07/20/24 05:27 PM
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Peter L.
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Check out Fitzgerald Rods, I have a handful for different casting techniques.....all have been very solid rods. Built in Florida I believe. Really nice rods, won't break the bank.
Spinning rods = Edge Rods. Owned by Gary Loomis. Great rods, you can spend a lot if you won't but don't have to. And they have a lot of sales if you sign up for an account and get email notifications Nice. Thanks for that bit of info.
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Re: BEST BRAND OF RODS
[Re: Vogey]
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07/20/24 05:29 PM
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Peter L.
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The St Croix Legend Elite Series are truly great rods. I have been using the spinning rods for 4-5 years & will never go back. Warranty is also the best...they replaced one of mine with no questions asked. The down side is that they are pricey, but if fishing is what you love doing, then they are worth every penny... Ok. Price isn’t a primary issue. Just wanting quality and durability with what I pay for. This is good info. Is the warranty lifetime?
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Re: BEST BRAND OF RODS
[Re: tejasbass]
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07/20/24 05:31 PM
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Peter L.
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Durability, sensitivity, lightweight, balanced + fantastic lifetime warranty and reasonably priced = Falcon Cara. You’ve peaked my interest. Tell me more
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Re: BEST BRAND OF RODS
[Re: Grasshopperglock]
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07/20/24 05:34 PM
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Peter L.
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Ugly Stik Elite.
(Most my money goes into the reel) Never tried their baitcasters but spinning is very durable.
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Re: BEST BRAND OF RODS
[Re: Jaredk]
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07/20/24 05:36 PM
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Peter L.
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Too new for me. Time will tell
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