Would you put this rod into some lighter flipping/pitching scenarios? I have been on the constant search for a "punch" rod for way up north. I don't get thick mats, as most of my targets are lilypads mixed with milfoil. I have the 7'10 Kister M.O.D with NFC blank (post MJD version). It fe...

Cal, pretty much spot on. Personally I would score the sensitivity higher IMO that's compared to my NRX+ 893/873. The reel seat trigger though will be uncomfortable for some. I enjoy mine very much.

Cal, thanks for the awesome review. Handled the Premier at my local tackle junkie store it was love at first site. Do you have any experience with the older Fantasista Register line of rods? I ask because Abu has them for half price on their site looking hard at the 7'6" medium spinning. Thanks...

I became a huge fan of Duo Realis jerkbaits this year even to the point I barely threw my MB 110's. Can't wait for these new signature colors.

I have no issues with the reel seat and as I mentioned before a few threads on the front reel seat could be cut down but not a deal breaker for me since the blank is that good. The handle is actually pretty tacky in wet weather which is a plus since I love fishing in the rain. And I will say this ag...

I have this exact rod and must say its one of my favorite rods in my boat. It also competes with some NRX, new GLX and MB X4 rods. I have zero issues with the rod build except yes StCroix could of done a better job cutting down the threads on the reel seat. Sensitivity wise in my hands better than X...