G Loomis E6X

[Fishinfanatic115]

Hey guys, just a heads up that Loomis posted the full lineup on their website! All models are there, just no prices!

[ncbass]

American Legacy has prices !!!!

[bronzefly]

The Tackle Trap has all the pricing and specs on our website and we're officially accepting pre-orders for them!

[smalljaw]

I would really love to see the weights on them for that price, I'd like to give the 845 CBR a shot but it would have to be lighter than the GL2 which I don't know if it can happen being it is priced lower than a GL2 and the blank on that rod is just dull to say the least.

[Bantam1]

They are lighter than GL2 rods. That was one of the requirements for the new series.

[bronzefly]

I would really love to see the weights on them for that price, I'd like to give the 845 CBR a shot but it would have to be lighter than the GL2 which I don't know if it can happen being it is priced lower than a GL2 and the blank on that rod is just dull to say the least.

I was just talking to one of the guys at Loomis. The new E6X rods are "up to 19% lighter" than GL2 - some rods meet that mark, some are 4 to 5% lighter, but overall, the line is lighter than GL2. I've fished the 845 and several other models this past fall during the design and testing phase. I think they'll be well received when folks get these in hand with regard to performance and value. These E6X blanks actually incorporate multi-taper technology which is noticeable when fighting a fish.

[trent_s]

They are lighter than GL2 rods. That was one of the requirements for the new series.

I hope your posting on other sites as well...I feel this may be the wrong demographic to target...but we are an eccentric bunch here

[Bantam1]

I'm only on the sites that we have forums on. Usually word will spread and we have good dealers like the Tackle Trap that can help describe the rods.

[karirick]

I'm only on the sites that we have forums on. Usually word will spread and we have good dealers like the Tackle Trap that can help describe the rods.

Bantam do they compare to GL3 from a sensitivity standpoint? Strength? The line-up is pretty good all around, but a bit risky to compete price point wise with the longtime known GL2's? I look forward to handling one at least.

Rick

[21farms]

the neon green color is gonna perfectly match the JDM zillion TWS 9:1

[SLM]

Based on the sub $200 price point, I'd assume sensitivity of the E6X line is below their GL2, GL3 and Mossyback graphites. Would this be correct?

[hobobob]

Based on the sub $200 price point, I'd assume sensitivity of the E6X line is below their GL2, GL3 and Mossyback graphites. Would this be correct?

X2, where does it stands? I am happy to see some mag bass rods are back in action, but I am not buying an ugly stick.

[bronzefly]

Based on the sub $200 price point, I'd assume sensitivity of the E6X line is below their GL2, GL3 and Mossyback graphites. Would this be correct?

I wouldn't assume that. Technological advances in materials, techniques, and efficiency progress what can be done when building a rod. The Loomis factory is an impressive sight to behold, and staffed by dedicated, hard working folks who care about the end result. Based on my experience with these rods, they're going to be a real player at their price point.

[cndbasshunter]

Based on the sub $200 price point, I'd assume sensitivity of the E6X line is below their GL2, GL3 and Mossyback graphites. Would this be correct?

I wouldn't assume that. Technological advances in materials, techniques, and efficiency progress what can be done when building a rod. The Loomis factory is an impressive sight to behold, and staffed by dedicated, hard working folks who care about the end result. Based on my experience with these rods, they're going to be a real player at their price point.

Agreed. I like them more than gl2 and gl3 for sure.

[SLM]

Based on the sub $200 price point, I'd assume sensitivity of the E6X line is below their GL2, GL3 and Mossyback graphites. Would this be correct?

I wouldn't assume that. Technological advances in materials, techniques, and efficiency progress what can be done when building a rod. The Loomis factory is an impressive sight to behold, and staffed by dedicated, hard working folks who care about the end result. Based on my experience with these rods, they're going to be a real player at their price point.

Where would you place E6X' sensitivity in the Loomis hierarchy of graphites? Has Loomis made corresponding improvements in the graphite used in their GL3 and Mossyback lines?