can you post a couple pictures or is it too painful

Steez 7'-6" ML/M
G. Loomis 842S or 843C
Any St. Croix 7' M F
gen 1 Quantum Smoke 7' MH
Crucial 6-10 M F

What about the 842S? That rod seems to do a lot well.

Hey gents, anyone get their hands on a spinning model yet?

Flat side special

I'm not 100% sure if Loomis does this but some companies send their employees home with rods so they can wrap guides. I have never owned an nrx rod with nice wraps or aligned guides. Still worth the coin though for certain models.

$150 is going to be tough. The closest I can tell you would be the new avid trek series from St. Croix. They have a 7'6 that would handle smaller tarpon. Otherwise go after a tackle direct MH travel rod for $100

Its because you're a high roller HB

They will I'm sure. 5 yr warranty on these rods I believe.

That was helpful I agree. If you buy this model let us know your thoughts. I'd be interested in a longer spinning rod like that as well.

I have not fished this model but did pick up a 6'-10" and 7'-1". These are a big improvement on past models. Great handles too!

I would carry the 842S and call it a day. For me it combines 852 and 822 duties and is the most versatile in the line up.

Receiving rods in the mail with no packaging or in a box is a buzzkill. Who knows what they went through and then they break out of warranty or on the first few uses and you're out of luck.

Perfect! thank you for the reply.

How do you like the GLX? Reel seat comfortable? I am interested in those as well but hear conflicting things about the seat. I'm sure the reel you pick makes a difference as well.