Robert Riley

I use my DX745 for my swimjigs, its a bit overkill tbh, but it was the XF tip I want for jigging. For my chatterbaits I use a Savvy 704, I'm debating whether or not I should upgrade to a Champion 735 though, as I fish 3/8 to 1/2 oz with a big trailer. Overall I'd recommend a M/XF for the swimjig, and a MH/F for the chatterbaits.

Definitely want a 735. I've used them a few times, and they are honestly comparable to the Savvy. I'd also add they they are a fair bit better than the Veritas in my opinion. But if you really want a good rod, champions are the way to go

10-15# FC. I used Sunlines Reaction FC and really enjoyed it. Its got a bit a stretch to it, which I like since I really wail on the hooksets.

I'd go for a Lew's SuperDuty in 6:1. EDIT: Or a Abu Beast!

I use 20# PP and 8# Invizx FC

Nah, but if I get caught and I have to pull the line, it almost always breaks at the joining knot. But I'm pretty sure that is to be expected.

They are not micros. They are Kigan guides. I've used a DX745 for about 2 years with FC and never had a problem. JK, they're Fuji guides. The Champion series has the Kigans.

I do 20# PowerPro with an 8# Invizx leader.

I plan on using the rod for light texas rigs, senkos and finesse jigs. Mostly the latter. So it sounds like the 743 is rod of choice. PM sent Rippin-Lips Lol

If im not mistaken, A carolina rig rod would have an extra fast action, where as you want a fast action on a frog rod. I try to use my DX745 for frogs every now and then, and it is just too fast, pulls the frogs out of the bass's mouth.

Looking for a light jig/plastics rod to compliment my DX745C, recommendations on either the DX702C or the DX743C?

I find that microguides pop off frequently. I don't like them in general, never noticed much of a difference. But that's just personal. But the rod would work for flipping. If you plan on flipping more than frogging, then get a flipping rod.

Yeah, you will want the 6:1 for squarebills and lipless, and you can definitely manage shallow cranks, especially with the BB1 Pro.

You are definitely good with that reel, I'd opt for the frog variant of the veritas if I were you, or a Dobyns Savvy 735.

As some have said, 50-65lb is where you want to be. I use 100lb braid for muskie and 14lb FC for bass. But you could definitely find a happy medium.

Good choice man! Post up here when you are looking for a rod. I'll be here haha

I don't have the new one, but I do have the old one. I'd go ahead and buy the older version, if they changed much about the new one, you'd be hearing about it by now. It's a solid reel at a good price, go for it.

I use Invizx as my FC leader on all my finesse rods, I probably go through about 3 spools a year (Probably not all leaders). It is a good idea to buy a 1000yd spool? I figure it'd last me 2 years at least.

The gear ratio is different, but the inches per turn is still the same. It's just because the spool is a different size.

An old friend said "the biggest mistake Lew's ever made was making their lower level reels so good." It's a true statement, the regular speed spool is an awesome reel and comes in at a great price. The Tournament Pro is a great reel, and you can usually find it for a good price. Go check the Flea market forum here, there are frequently LH Lews reels.

Good deal at ***, 3/$25, but I've never heard of them. Opinions?

I've used a fury rod once before, and I didn't see all that much of a difference between that and the savvy. It didn't see much action, but that's all I could get from just fishing it.

I have a Savvy 704, it's got a nice tip for spinnerbaits. I'd say it's perfect for 1/2 spinnerbaits and chatterbaits.

Lew's BB1 Pro or a SuperDuty!

Lew's BB1 Pro or a SuperDuty!