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by The Pond King
Wed Mar 16, 2022 3:43 pm
Forum: Rods
Topic: High end football jig rod recommendation
Replies: 18
Views: 5763

Re: High end football jig rod recommendation

@Cal, I prefer cork handles, but the EVA grip on the Orion Black Rose isn't a deal breaker. However, I wanted to ask how does the EVA grip feel on it? Is it spongy or dense? Is it smooth or gritty? etc. How would you describe what it feels like, if you can recall.
by The Pond King
Wed Mar 16, 2022 12:47 pm
Forum: Rods
Topic: High end football jig rod recommendation
Replies: 18
Views: 5763

Re: High end football jig rod recommendation

Cal wrote:
Wed Mar 16, 2022 12:15 pm
The Pond King wrote:
Wed Mar 16, 2022 11:48 am

Which rod would you recommend for a high end 3/4oz and 1oz football jig?
http://www.tackletour.com/reviewevergre ... krose.html
OMG.. this rod looks amazing! Something I didn't even know about or consider. Glad I asked. Thanks Cal!
by The Pond King
Wed Mar 16, 2022 11:48 am
Forum: Rods
Topic: High end football jig rod recommendation
Replies: 18
Views: 5763

High end football jig rod recommendation

Hey guys, I’m looking for a dedicated 3/4oz to 1oz football jig rod. I will be using this rod to cast long distances and drag football jigs in various water depths. Now, I do have a GLX 844C MBR, Dobyns Champion Extreme 745HP, and even a GLX 954 FPR. I find that the 844C and DX 745 are fantastic rod...
by The Pond King
Thu Nov 19, 2020 12:38 pm
Forum: Rods
Topic: St. Croix Avid Series Spinning 7’ Medium VS G. Loomis E6X Spinning Rod 7' Med 842S S
Replies: 3
Views: 2021

Re: St. Croix Avid Series Spinning 7’ Medium VS G. Loomis E6X Spinning Rod 7' Med 842S S

After doing lots of research and digging through many old forum posts, I decided to do something completely radical, and decided to get the Avid 6' 8" MXF Casting rod. I realized that I have a need for a 6' 8" MXF Casting rod because I don't currently have one in my line up. Thanks for steering me a...
by The Pond King
Wed Nov 18, 2020 9:20 am
Forum: Rods
Topic: St. Croix Avid Series Spinning 7’ Medium VS G. Loomis E6X Spinning Rod 7' Med 842S S
Replies: 3
Views: 2021

St. Croix Avid Series Spinning 7’ Medium VS G. Loomis E6X Spinning Rod 7' Med 842S S

Hi all, First and foremost, I hope everyone is staying safe and secure during these crazy times! Anyways, I’m writing to you because I am having a difficult time deciding which rod to choose between the St. Croix Avid Spinning 7’ Medium Fast and G. Loomis E6X 842S SJR. The rods are both exactly the ...
by The Pond King
Fri Oct 16, 2020 5:19 pm
Forum: Rods
Topic: Punching Rods....Help me find the one.
Replies: 35
Views: 15083

Re: Punching Rods....Help me find the one.

NOLRAMB wrote:
Fri Sep 18, 2020 6:13 pm
ST. Croix Legend Elite EC711HMF

Awesome rod and comes in at 5.8 ounces mine is paired with a ZILLION 10.0 SV TW
How's the balance on that thing?
by The Pond King
Wed Mar 18, 2020 9:26 am
Forum: Plastics
Topic: Is the Senko Still King in 2020?
Replies: 16
Views: 12970

Is the Senko Still King in 2020?

There’s been much discussion already on if senkos really are the best and if knockoffs actually compare in performance to the original. For the longest time and even still to large degree today, I hold the position that the original senko is the best out of all the other copycat stickbaits. In my op...
by The Pond King
Sat Dec 14, 2019 8:08 am
Forum: Rods
Topic: 7'6" Spinning Rods
Replies: 33
Views: 18978

Re: 7'6" Spinning Rods

I’m glad this thread popped up. I was also thinking about getting a 7’ 6” spinning rod. Is the Steez AGS better than Conquest 902SJR in your guys’ opinions?
by The Pond King
Tue Dec 10, 2019 9:13 pm
Forum: Rods
Topic: MegaBass Super Orochi XXX F5-68K
Replies: 2
Views: 2278

Re: MegaBass Super Orochi XXX F5-68K

@bronzefly aka Gary from TackleTrap, I have been referred to you by several people that you are the foremost authority on Megabass Rods. In fact, it was through one of your posts that I first even found about the MegaBass Super Orochi XXX F5-68K. I don't mean to inconvenience you, but if you would b...
by The Pond King
Mon Dec 09, 2019 10:48 pm
Forum: Rods
Topic: MegaBass Super Orochi XXX F5-68K
Replies: 2
Views: 2278

MegaBass Super Orochi XXX F5-68K

Hi guys, I’m thinking about picking up my first MegaBass rod. I want to get a MegaBass Super Orochi XXX F5-68K . I’ve researched the living crap out of it. However, there really isn’t much information about this rod, so I’m going to have to ask the enthusiasts on this board. I have been getting into...
by The Pond King
Fri Nov 15, 2019 1:23 pm
Forum: Rods
Topic: GLX reel seats
Replies: 28
Views: 13123

Re: GLX reel seats

I never understood those reviews because they are most comfortable reels on a rod I’ve ever had.
by The Pond King
Fri Oct 25, 2019 5:19 pm
Forum: Rods
Topic: St. Croix Legend Elite
Replies: 6
Views: 7558

St. Croix Legend Elite

Hi guys, I really want to thank you last time for the feedback you guys provided me. It really helped with my buying decisions. Unfortunately, the gear monkey is back again, and I can’t shake him off. I’ve read a really good article on TackleTour on the St. Croix Legend Elite 7’ medium power fast ac...
by The Pond King
Tue Oct 01, 2019 8:38 pm
Forum: Rods
Topic: 2019 Z Bone vs. Conquest
Replies: 24
Views: 16727

Re: 2019 Z Bone vs. Conquest

Do you fish a lot? I’m out of town but my he3 cork looks better then yours and I’m pleased with my 17 Zbone. I’m traveling now or I would post photos I have not used my HE3. I got that rod last week. It's brand new, but I did apply U40 to it. I've also applied U40 to my Avid or GLX that are in the ...
by The Pond King
Tue Oct 01, 2019 12:22 am
Forum: Rods
Topic: 2019 Z Bone vs. Conquest
Replies: 24
Views: 16727

Re: 2019 Z Bone vs. Conquest

So check this out guys: 1. Here's a pic of the Kistler Helium 3's cork, a rod that retails for $300, compared to a Daiwa DX combo (I bought the combo for $20.. it's a good channel catfish rod lol). Can you believe the cork on the Helium 3 is of the same quality cork as a $10 rod?! It's unacceptable:...
by The Pond King
Thu Sep 26, 2019 9:36 pm
Forum: Rods
Topic: 2019 Z Bone vs. Conquest
Replies: 24
Views: 16727

Re: 2019 Z Bone vs. Conquest

I have the 7-6 LE-5 Z-Bone and the CNQ 904. Both are great rods. They are neck and neck as far as sensitivity. With the Z-Bone being on sale, you can't go wrong. Very good information. Thank you, TommyG! Z bone owner Tried one. Not impressed Seems they kept the Z and gave me the bone I prefer the H...