bigspirit

I have an older Loomis bronzeback 7’3” Ex Fast 1/8-3/8 that I love for inshore saltwater fishing. I’ve been looking for a current rod that is similar in feel/power but with all the technique specific rods I have no idea where to start. I’m a bit lost so if anyone knows a current IMX or GCX spec that would be very similar I would greatly appreciate your help!

Looking for some input on a rod to cover my inshore saltwater needs (slot reds and sea trout). Historically I’ve always used a 7’-7’4” M/F with light braid and throw (think, 3/0 Gama SuperLine) to a spook jr or Rapala skitterwalk. Tried a shimano Zodias but found it to be very fast and the guides were tiny and not great for braid to leader. Never really thought about it before, but the Victory line from st croix sounds like a good fit. I think the “slower” action, while still labeled fast or XF, will give the rod some versatility. my issue is that a lot of my research has found people throwing neds and drop shot on them and make me think they’re lighter power rods for their ratings? I’m wondering if the 73MXF or the 71MHF would be the choice? Hoping those with these rods may be able to chime in.

How small are the guides? Will a braid to leader knot go through easily?

Awesome, appreciate the input everyone. Just grabbed some sufix 832 in 20lb. I looked at the 30 but figured if I wanted to see a noticeable difference I may need to make more of a step down. We’ll see how it plays out!

Currently have 40 on my SLX that I’m going to put on a new medium rod to use for jerkbaits, some lipless baits, and small spinnerbaits so I’d like to go with a smaller diameter braid. I plan to use 12lb leader, but is 20lb braid too small? Go with 30? Mainly worried about it digging into itself but have never used less than 40 on a bait caster.

That’s pretty cool. I live in north Georgia but go down 16 to Savannah quite a bit. May need to make some time to check them out one day

There we go, that should do it! Thanks for the info

Tried that, nothing larger than a 5/0

Resurrecting an old thread…anyone know of any off the shelf 5/0-7/0 swing heads? Thinking it’d be a great option for large worms in deep water this summer but can’t think of any. Gamakatsu has a individual tungsten swing head in various weights to use with hook of your choosing but they’re $10 a pop. Hoping there’s something a little more cost effective out there.

Take the braid off and use some mono to start the spool. It’ll grip and prevent the slipping you’re seeing.

Baitsanity is a great bait that gets bit and sounds like it may be more versatile for you

Tie them on and try them out. You’ll learn how each bait likes to be worked

Clear water for me means small, natural, and fast. the Megabass SV3 in Hasu, particularly

Looking at the crank launcher and think I will get it, but sounds like it’ll be worth waiting for hopefully.

Does anyone know if tackle warehouse Black Friday sale has a discount on irods? Looking at a new rod and being this close, hate to pull the trigger if they normally are on sale.