lmbfisherman

The Quantum Energy PT was smooth and owned it for awhile. I wouldn't say they were all junk.

I would definitely say go find a 7' M/F rod for an all around spinning stick.

I have seen even on Kijiji someone selling certificates for boats. (Kijiji is like Craigslist for Canada)

Thanks for the clarification. I didn't have an issue it was WIguide.

Assumption your shore fishing I’d only use 4 rods (You can buy a 4 setup carrier): Bait cast: Johnny Morris carbonlite 7'M fast action with the 6:4:1 ratio reel – Light Jigs/weightless worms/Senkos My grandfathers Abu Garcia ambassadeur 5500c on a 7'MH mod.action fen wick inshore rod – Lipless Crank - Squarebills And a 7'MH fast action St.Croix mojo bass rod. (Spinnerbait model) I just bought. I plan on pairing this with a 7:1:1 BPS Pro qualifier. – Spinnerbait/Buzzbait/Frog Rod/Jig Rod Spinning: Old dawia 6'6" m 2pc rod with Dawia DS-130/R2F reel - Drop Shot/Shaky Head If you are on a Kayak/Canoe/Boat: Baitcast, Johnny Morris carbonlite 7'M fast action with the 6:4:1 ratio reel – Light Jigs/weightless worms/Senkos My grandfathers Abu Garcia ambassadeur 5500c on a 7'MH mod.action fen wick inshore rod – Lipless Crank - Squarebills And a 7'MH fast action St.Croix mojo bass rod. (Spinnerbait model) I just bought. I plan on pairing this with a 7:1:1 BPS Pro qualifier. – Frog Rod/Jig Rod Spinning: Old dawia 6'6" m 2pc rod with Dawia DS-130/R2F reel - Drop Shot/Shaky Head Pflueger president size 35 on a BPS GRAPHITE rod. 6'6" MH fast action – Bladed Baits/Buzzbaits My recommendation if you can spend the cash, I’d recommend getting a MH/F or XF 7’ jig rod that can be gotten within your budget. 100 dollar – Veritas/Carbonlite/Compre (My experience) 100-150 – Fenwick Aetos or Smallmouth ET/Crucial 200+ - Cumara Of course you can go higher, but I don't know if you have a budget or intending to buy another setup. I’m only listing what I have experience in…my general philosophy for any bottom contact techniques you should put the money into the rod.

This, when I go to my secret hideout to re-gain my confidence I go to this local pit. Use the same as above but for some reason they love my drop shot natural colored worms the best though.

Glad you got on the fish, congrats!

Be positive! I say mid march!

It's braided line. I use 10 or 15 lb braid on my spinning reels (all my spinning reels have braid as mainline). I will then use a leader.

I think, but don't quote me on it...they started in 2012.

No, one per product.

Exactly! I don't think it's a scam, I'm glad for the chance to get one and whoever won it kudos to them.

Also here is a video of them testing the strength of the new IMX. Please note this video is not for the faint of heart. It was so hard to watch, oh the heartache.

Saw this posted on another site. For those of you who like G Loomis or thinking of jumping in...looks interesting. G.LOOMIS BRINGS NEW TECHOLOGY TO EXTENSIVE NEW LINE-UP OF IMX BASS RODS WOODLAND, Washington USA --By being one of the first rod manufacturers to use higher modulus graphite and higher tensile strength in blank design, the IMX bass rods put G.Loomis on the map among bass anglers back in 1985. What this meant to anglers were rods noticeably lighter, more sensitive and much stronger than early graphite rods. Now with new IMX graphite technology and new concepts in rod design available, G.Loomis introduces a complete new line-up of IMX bass rods – 34 models each in the right action and power for every bass fishing technique. Offered in ‘Jig & Worm’ casting and spinning rods, ‘Mag Bass’ casting rods, Carolina rig, Flip/Punch technique, swimbait, umbrella rig, spinnerbait, topwater and jerkbait casting rods, plus spinning models for DropShot and ShakyHead use, the IMX bass rods “provide a new level in weight reduction, sensitivity and strength so more bass anglers can enjoy the G.Loomis experience,” said Bruce Holt with G.Loomis’ product development team. “We use precision tapered mandrels to finely tune the actions for specific bass fishing techniques. We’re able to make the blanks as much as 15-percent lighter than our previous IMX,” Holt said. “Plus bass anglers – and that includes many of us here at G.Loomis – will really enjoy the added comfort and control, along with the skinny grip rear cork that note only gives these rods a unique look, but also helps reduce weight. G.Loomis finishes the IMX bass rods with Fuji K-Frame running guides to help prevent line wrap. Holt also points out the guide train spacing and guide size not only reduces the rod’s weight, but also improves overall balance. The new IMX series – all one-piece - includes nine ‘jig & worm’ casting rods (6’8” – 7’1” – 7’5” lengths), and four ‘jig & worm’ spinning rods (6’8” and 7’1” lengths); three ‘Mag Bass’ casting rods in 6’6” and 7’ lengths; a 7’3” Carolina rig casting rod; four Flip/Punch casting and four swimbait casting rods in 7’6” and 7’11” lengths; two 7’7” umbrella rig casting rods for use with up to 80-pound test PowerPro braid; two 6’9” spinnerbait casting rods; 6’8” topwater and 6’9” jerkbait casting rods; along with two DropShot and one ShakyHead spinning rods in 6’10” lengths. No matter the lures used and the techniques needed to entice a bass to bite, “we have it pretty well covered with the new IMX rods,” said Holt. As with all G.Loomis rods, the IMX Series is manufactured in the USA. For more information on the new IMX bass rods, visit gloomis.com, call 800/GLoomis, or stop by your nearest G.Loomis tackle dealer. Suggested retail: from $295 to $315

Interesting, I got a Chronarch E last year during the trade in. Maybe depends on the local retail store?

It It's too bad they didn't release a heavier 7'7 version, I wanted to get my first Tatula rod at the BPS rod trade in...I am in need of a deep cranking rod and possibly to double as a heavier rattle trap rod for ripping in the weeds. I guess I'll be saving a few bucks by buying a BPS cranking stick instead.

What are you planning to get?

You trade in the rods and reels you want to get rid of...they will hand you a coupon the is good for the following off depending on price: $5 - $30-48.99 $10 - $49-74.99 $15 - $75-99.99 $20 - $100-119.99 $25 - $120-159.99 $30 - $160-199.99 $40 - $200-249.99 $50 - $250-499.99 $100 - $500 and up

I haven't done the rod trade in yet, but I have done the reel trade in. As long as they work, they will take it. I took some old Shimano reels I had hanging around (very low end) and no problems. I can't see the rod being an issue as long as it's not dinged up or missing guides. But in the end it's for charity so, I'm pretty sure my conscious wouldn't allow me to give up a non working/broken item anyway.

Stadic FJ is amazing! I was very happy with lower versions of Shimano spinning reels, but once I tried the Stradic...all other reels in the lower end categories just don't cut it for me anymore. If you don't want to spend that much, a Symetre is a great reel too in the price range, plus with the BPS reel trade in you could lower the price even further.

Sounds good to me, I agree about the Crucial. Very good rod, but if you have a lightweight reel it gets tip heavy.

You know what is insane? I'm all excited/giddy for the forecasted temperature on Tuesday, first sign Spring is coming..it will be above freezing for the first time since December.

x2 Maybe we can tag team him in deeper into the bank.

Fenwick Aetos or Fenwick Smallmouth Elite Tech would be what I would recommend in that price range. Both can be found well below your budget.

No problem being too long, plus that is why you give it action when you shake/lift up/down your rod every now and then. It catches fish is all I know. I wouldn't put a magnum worm nose hooked on a standard DS hook. YOu probably can get away with wacky rigging it on the DS hook though. I will however use longer worms on a bubbashot. (basically a DS setup but with an EWG)