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 Re: BEST BRAND OF RODS
[Re: El Skeeter]
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07/20/24 05:37 PM
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Peter L.
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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.. Gotcha
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Re: BEST BRAND OF RODS
[Re: Ranger 188vs]
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07/20/24 05:38 PM
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Peter L.
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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. Lol. Nothing wrong with the old school love. I loved the old Allstars before they changed their blanks. So, I can see where you’re coming from
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Re: BEST BRAND OF RODS
[Re: Rayzor]
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07/20/24 05:41 PM
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Peter L.
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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. That’s one way of doing things. However, looking for real world experience wether good or bad is tremendously more efficient.
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Re: BEST BRAND OF RODS
[Re: split cane rod]
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07/20/24 05:42 PM
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Peter L.
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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 St. Croix has definitely got my attention.
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Re: BEST BRAND OF RODS
[Re: Peter L.]
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07/20/24 06:12 PM
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Grasshopperglock
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Ugly Stik Elite.
(Most my money goes into the reel) Never tried their baitcasters but spinning is very durable. I'm a bank fisher. I usually have to walk through tall grass, bushes, cactus, and over rocks. I try my best to take care of my rigs. But Murphy is an Ahole. I've never broken an Ugly Stik. Came close but it held.
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Re: BEST BRAND OF RODS
[Re: Peter L.]
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07/20/24 07:14 PM
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Champion1
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Falcon is the only rods I use anymore. Get some Caras and dont look back. They come out of Oklahoma and they are great with warranty situations. Been using them for 30 years so they have staying power.
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Re: BEST BRAND OF RODS
[Re: Champion1]
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07/20/24 07:29 PM
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Peter L.
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Falcon is the only rods I use anymore. Get some Caras and dont look back. They come out of Oklahoma and they are great with warranty situations. Been using them for 30 years so they have staying power. Is that their top of the line?
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Re: BEST BRAND OF RODS
[Re: Peter L.]
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07/20/24 07:38 PM
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MadFluker
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I've never owned one, but why did Favorite rods not make the list?
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Re: BEST BRAND OF RODS
[Re: Peter L.]
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07/20/24 07:42 PM
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tmd11111
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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? If moneys not an issue then the NRX+ and Conquest.
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Re: BEST BRAND OF RODS
[Re: tmd11111]
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07/20/24 07:54 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? If moneys not an issue then the NRX+ and Conquest. Ok. got it
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Re: BEST BRAND OF RODS
[Re: Grasshopperglock]
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07/21/24 12:01 AM
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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. 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. It is a very strong, very durable rod that is for sure.
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Re: BEST BRAND OF RODS
[Re: Peter L.]
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07/21/24 12:41 AM
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ezbassin
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Im sure there are others but two very good rods for the price are the Falcon Lizard Dragger and the Dobyns Fury series.
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Re: BEST BRAND OF RODS
[Re: Peter L.]
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07/21/24 12:58 AM
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Peter L.
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Im about to pull the trigger on a NRX+894C and see how i like it.
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Re: BEST BRAND OF RODS
[Re: Peter L.]
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07/21/24 01:23 AM
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tejasbass
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Durability, sensitivity, lightweight, balanced + fantastic lifetime warranty and reasonably priced = Falcon Cara. You’ve peaked my interest. Tell me more They've been in business for thirty years. $20 shipping fee for replacement (which you will seldom use). Light, sensitive, balanced. Just sent you a PM.
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Re: BEST BRAND OF RODS
[Re: Grasshopperglock]
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07/21/24 01:46 AM
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tmd11111
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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. A Stella on an Ugly Stick 
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