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Power Tackle Rods
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01/07/09 12:58 AM
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brewski
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Who is familar with these, especially the crankbait rods, and what are your thoughts on them? How do they compare to other more common brands? thanks.
randy
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Re: Power Tackle Rods
[Re: brewski]
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01/07/09 04:07 AM
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kingfish_1970
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They are very nice rods,but pricey.The value of them is all up to you.I personally wouldn't spend a lot on a cranking stick,but that's me.The jig rods and other "feel" technique specific rods are where I would spend my money.Berkley has a 60 dollar rod at wal mart that's built for deep cranking.That would be my choice if I weren't into name brands too.
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Re: Power Tackle Rods
[Re: kingfish_1970]
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01/07/09 12:20 PM
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Classic Used Boats
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Just to start this out properly, I am now sponsored by PowerTackle. Honestly, I thought I was just making a lateral move from my prior sponsor. I didn't think there would be much difference in the rods. And, I was a little skeptic about the foam cushion instead of the cork.
I fish alot. Replacing anything that I use excessively with a higher quality item really changes my fishing tenfold. When I realized the jump in quality I had made, my first reaction was that I was simply pissed off. I was pissed off that I had not realized the difference sooner, and made the change sooner. The jump in quality to this rod is substantial.
If you are not obsessive about quality like I am, then you certainly do not need a PowerTackle rod. Absolutely buy the berkley, or BassPro, or whatever you are comfortable with. But I am obsessive about quality, and I believe that bleeds into my success as a tournament angler.
My favorite is the 7' cranking rod. Probably just because I love cranking. I really like the foam split grips, and the collapsable eyes ensure my partner won't break any more eyes off my rods!
Good luck with your rod selections. For me, I will never take the step back whether they sponsor me or not.
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Re: Power Tackle Rods
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01/07/09 07:58 PM
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cwright
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I fished with a guide and FLW Pro that was sponsored by PowerTackle. I could not stop taking rods out of the box. I though they where great.
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Re: Power Tackle Rods
[Re: cwright]
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01/07/09 08:08 PM
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Jason Gilstrap
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i have a couple of those cranking rods, there awesome. Hands down the best cranking rod out there. I purchae mine from shane at southwestern parts and service. Shane is going have some at the arlington show. I used to fish all loomis rods, until shane showed me these rods.
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Re: Power Tackle Rods
[Re: Jason Gilstrap]
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01/07/09 08:21 PM
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dan e west
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I got to take a good look at one at table rock. very nice looking rods,very light and sensitive. Give tim a call im sure he will give you a good price(830)7745222
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Re: Power Tackle Rods
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01/07/09 08:45 PM
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GoArmy
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If you are not obsessive about quality like I am, then you certainly do not need a PowerTackle rod. Absolutely buy the berkley, or BassPro, or whatever you are comfortable with. But I am obsessive about quality, and I believe that bleeds into my success as a tournament angler.
WHAT!? Because I prefer to fish Cara T7's I choose a less quality rod? And that makes me less obsessive about my equipment, dang! You may be on sponsored by them but I sure don't think you should knock what others choose even if you are such a successful angler. By the way, I did try these rods and I am not a fan of bulky fat rods. They are light though.
Proud Father, Sons Served their country RHBC
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Re: Power Tackle Rods
[Re: GoArmy]
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01/07/09 08:51 PM
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TDR2
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I havent fished with them yet, but I did get a chance to handle one at Southwestern Parts and Service. The rod is very bulky and thick, but is very light. I for one, ditched my carrot stix because of their foam handles and not sure if Id feel comfortable trying this rod for that reason. I was able to compare this rod directly with the Falcon CCB-5 cranking rod. Im ordering a Falcon next monday.
P1
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Re: Power Tackle Rods
[Re: TDR2]
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01/07/09 10:35 PM
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Jimmie Moreland
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not knocking Mike or anyone else for that matter, but your going to get your best input and information about products from everyday joe's that spend their hard earned money on the product.
I have no sponsorships with ANYONE. I'm still a NOONE in this business. I use what I like and what I think get's the job done the best. I have a few LOOMIS, a few Falcon and a few Hendrix Rods. I've spent my hard earned money of each of them. I haven't found the exact rod I like from 1 company, that's why I own a couple from different companies.
The only way you will ever know about a product is to use it YOURSELF. If I'm giving you my opinion on Rods/Reels/Baits, heck I might as well go catch them for you too.
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Re: Power Tackle Rods
[Re: Jimmie Moreland]
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01/07/09 10:49 PM
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Lake Fork Guide
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i spent a ton of hard earned money on power rtackle rods before i was on their prostaff. but that is a very good point. i will pretty much sya that if you do save up and get one you will not be disapointed at all. just look at their line up and see which rod you would yuse the most and get it, this way you will be able to really have the oprotunity to get a feel of the rod and see what you think of it.
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Re: Power Tackle Rods
[Re: Lake Fork Guide]
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01/07/09 10:56 PM
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Jimmie Moreland
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certainly. If your going to buy a rod your unsure of or from a company your unsure of, buy the rod you use the most. that way it gets a true test. then, make your decision from that point forward. don't spend 250-300$ on a rod that you will only use periodically, you'll never know how good it is.
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Re: Power Tackle Rods
[Re: Jimmie Moreland]
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01/07/09 11:42 PM
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Im not sponsored by them but I do own quite a few of the power tackle rods. If you are wanting to get a crank bait rod of theirs I would suggest their seven foot model. Checkout their website www.powertackle.com I started out with one, now I own fourteen. I am pleased with all of them.
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Re: Power Tackle Rods
[Re: 1122]
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01/08/09 01:21 PM
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evv59 - quit putting words in my mouth - thats what makes visiting the forum quite un-fun. There is no "knocking" going on here. I stated I was sponsored by them so you can take my opinion however you like. The Caras are fine rods, I used them for years.
If you truly are as obsessive as I am about quality, then try a high end rod. It doesn't have to be brand x or y. There are significant differences. There are significant differences between the caras and the experts.
As far as being bulky - custom order it however you want. Only the heavy flipping and the spinning have oversized grips. It is for a reason. The PG series does not have oversized grips.
But like I said, quit putting words in other peoples mouth. State your opinion and let it stand.
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Re: Power Tackle Rods
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01/08/09 01:38 PM
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Timberlake
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evv59 - quit putting words in my mouth - thats what makes visiting the forum quite un-fun.
Couldn't have said it better. I didn't have the slightest impression that mkernan was "dogging" anyones product, just stating that this brand of rods are an excellent product.
I think that some of the members on the forum, need to take anger management classes.
WORD!!
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Re: Power Tackle Rods
[Re: Timberlake]
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01/08/09 04:24 PM
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emorydog
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I never stepped on any of my rods my entire life.
Last edited by emorydog; 01/08/09 05:04 PM.
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Re: Power Tackle Rods
[Re: emorydog]
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01/09/09 02:43 AM
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brewski
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With the new approache to glass cranking rods, which is more sensitive. When I talked with Power Tackle today I was told that glass rods, when done right, are more sensitive than graphite. thoughts.
randy
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Re: Power Tackle Rods
[Re: brewski]
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01/09/09 08:55 PM
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BoomBoom
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Saw an article on Bassfan stating that Mark Menendez is now on the Power Tackle Staff. Too cool.
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Re: Power Tackle Rods
[Re: BoomBoom]
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01/10/09 08:02 PM
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brewski
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I was turned on to look at these rods by an excellent fisherman as well. Seems like they are starting to get the word out. Still interested in what crankbait fisherman feel about glass vs. graphite.
randy
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Re: Power Tackle Rods
[Re: brewski]
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01/11/09 01:05 AM
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Phoenix 920 Pro xp
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i looked at the power tackle rods today and they look well made but the price is way out of my price range.
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Re: Power Tackle Rods
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01/11/09 03:12 PM
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Grant2
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I know the guys that started Power Tackel and they are good guys. If you don't like the price or the rod don't buy it Kernan never knocked any rods he just gave you his 2 cents and if you took it any other way you did not read it. Some may like the rods and some will not if you like Falcon than fine go buy it.
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Re: Power Tackle Rods
[Re: Grant2]
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01/12/09 02:37 PM
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brewski - I am guessing you talked to Tim about the rods. Tim has forgotten more than I know about rods.
Regarding cranking rods, here is what I look for, and what I have found in the 7 ft cranker from PowerTackle.
Light - it is lighter than any other glass cranker that I have put in my hands.
Glass - it is glass. This is what I want for my cranking rod.
Parabolic - this rod flexes evenly throughout the backbone of the rod. The whole rod is working to keep your fish from throwing your bait, not just the tip.
As for sensitivity, the only thing I need to know from a cranking rod is if I am in a fishes mouth, or on brush(or whatever structure I am fishing). I can certainly determine that difference with this rod. But if you are wondering about sensitivity by comparing it to feeling a bite with a graphite worming rod - I can't do this with my cranking rod.
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Re: Power Tackle Rods
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01/12/09 11:00 PM
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Grant2
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Kernan just saw your calender for Jan you lucky dog Falcon one week Bac the next. Do you have a job LOL!!!!
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Re: Power Tackle Rods
[Re: Grant2]
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01/13/09 03:04 PM
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My January calendar is sweet.
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Re: Power Tackle Rods
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01/14/09 12:53 AM
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Judd
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My January calendar is sweet. Quit rubbin' it in...and don't be sending me pictures while I am working Seriously, good luck bud. I hope y'all whack'em!
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Re: Power Tackle Rods
[Re: Grant2]
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01/16/09 12:40 AM
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GoArmy
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I know the guys that started Power Tackel and they are good guys. If you don't like the price or the rod don't buy it Kernan never knocked any rods he just gave you his 2 cents and if you took it any other way you did not read it. Some may like the rods and some will not if you like Falcon than fine go buy it. Oh yea your objective. True friend.
Proud Father, Sons Served their country RHBC
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Re: Power Tackle Rods
[Re: GoArmy]
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01/16/09 01:47 AM
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SkeeterRonnie
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come on. just leave it alone and quit jacking up kernans post. he could teach most of us a LOT about successful tournament fishing.
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Re: Power Tackle Rods
[Re: SkeeterRonnie]
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01/16/09 02:55 PM
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Grant2
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evv59 What ever? Please go buy a Falcon and leave this one alone you jumped in on the Power Tackle thread now you want to Bitch Please!!!!
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Re: Power Tackle Rods
[Re: Grant2]
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01/16/09 03:07 PM
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Rodney2100
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I am very interested in a couple of these Rods. Anyone know of the Best place to buy them? Thanks, Rodney
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Re: Power Tackle Rods
[Re: Rodney2100]
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01/16/09 06:31 PM
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Jman
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I saw some down at Southwestern Parts off of Mockingbird. Not sure that is the best place to buy - it is the only place I simply know of.
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Re: Power Tackle Rods
[Re: Jman]
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01/16/09 11:15 PM
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brewski
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I too saw them at Southwestern Parts. Should be an excellent place to buy because I believe they are all priced the same at retailers but not certain on that.
randy
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Re: Power Tackle Rods
[Re: brewski]
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05/20/20 02:43 AM
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fishforken
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I know this is an OLD thread, but I just heard about PowerTackle rods this evening and checked their website...very impressive. Does anyone have some good “hands on” experience fishing these rods? I am looking to match a new Shimano baitcasting reel with a quality rod for spinnerbaits, cranks and maybe some worm fishing. Many thanks in advance for your input. Ken
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Re: Power Tackle Rods
[Re: fishforken]
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05/31/20 01:28 AM
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brewski
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It has been 18 months since I started this thread. I have bought 9 power tackle rods since then and couldn't be happier. and I am not sponsored by them at all. They have a new "one" series that is amazing and cheaper than the loomis NRX line. The carbon blank is unbelievable strong, light and sensitive. I have bought 5 crankbait rods and 4 series one rods for different techniques. You can get it customized the way you like it. Just talk to Judy or Tim.
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Re: Power Tackle Rods
[Re: brewski]
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06/01/20 02:44 PM
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Captain Chunk
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Not sponsored but will spread the word on these rods whenever I can. Until recently I thought the PG 104 was the best rod ever made. Then they came out with The One. Everything Brewski says is absolutely true. I've had the 04 in the boat about a month now and have nothing but good things to say about it. Absolutely awesome. And to top it all off, some of the best customer service you will find in the industry. If you have any questions or concerns, call the number on their website and talk to Judy. She'll answer any questions you have and guide you in the right direction for the rod that best fits your needs.
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