Posted By: clintm
Re: Kistler Helium VS KLX - 02/18/22 04:01 AM
No experience with the helium’s but I love my KLX’s
Posted By: BCOU
Re: Kistler Helium VS KLX - 02/18/22 04:09 AM
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.
Posted By: fishnfireman
Re: Kistler Helium VS KLX - 02/18/22 01:04 PM
IMO --- Both are overpriced for what you get.
Posted By: tmd11111
Re: Kistler Helium VS KLX - 02/18/22 01:37 PM
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.
Posted By: fishnfireman
Re: Kistler Helium VS KLX - 02/18/22 02:40 PM
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.
Posted By: tmkbdd
Re: Kistler Helium VS KLX - 02/18/22 03:12 PM
I have several Helium rods and I have broom handles that are more sensitive.
Posted By: ChanceHuiet
Re: Kistler Helium VS KLX - 02/18/22 11:19 PM
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 $300.
Posted By: b00stin4
Re: Kistler Helium VS KLX - 02/19/22 04:34 AM
I have both helium and klxwhile I do like the rods
I definately prefer my older models..
Even the zbone I prefer my 5yr old model to the current model
Just like Chance said excellent rods for 150$
Posted By: Brandon Potter
Re: Kistler Helium VS KLX - 02/19/22 03:33 PM
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
Posted By: ezbassin
Re: Kistler Helium VS KLX - 02/21/22 11:19 PM
I like the KLX better than the Helium but mine are older models.
Posted By: Walker61
Re: Kistler Helium VS KLX - 02/22/22 01:46 AM
I have a couple of Helium’s, they are good all around rods. Landed some big ones on them. I appreciate Trey. The owner.
Posted By: Duke 22
Re: Kistler Helium VS KLX - 02/22/22 01:53 AM
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.
Posted By: Walker61
Re: Kistler Helium VS KLX - 02/22/22 01:58 AM
I agree with you Duke 22. I bought mine before this price hike.
Posted By: BCOU
Re: Kistler Helium VS KLX - 02/23/22 05:26 PM
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.