Hey guys just got a Dobyns savvy 734 and I feel like there is no sensitivity, idk if maybe I got a gen 1 or what, but I think im going to return the rod, so in that price range what would be the most sensitive rod, im not worried about weight why matters to me the most is sensitivity, I hear good things about Duckett but if I go cheaper on a rod say vertias or Carbonlite then I have some more money for tackle!

What kind of line were you using on the Dobyns? If you get braid on it.......the world of sensitivity will come to life.  Dobyns seems to be a highly reputable line from the members here so I'd look at the whole puzzle before you just bring it back.  I haven't used any Dobyns before so I can only factor in some of the other keys to why you're not getting any feel. 

I would recommend a Crucial or Avid, although the Avid maybe slightly higher.  You may need to wait for a sale.  You can find an old model Crucial (cork version) for below 150, but you should be able to find a newer one for around that price.  Also you could always go used if your patient (unlike me) in the flea market.

 

I can only comment on the Veritas, I used one last year as a jig rod, it is has decent sensitivity.  Although I find the newer Shimano Compre to be a little better in that department.  Of course this doesn't mean it would be better for you.   Compre is also in that price range.  I'd recommend getting a hold of these rods before you buy. 

falcon bucco micro .

Seems to be rave reviews of the *** *** rod, though I haven't fished one. I have a phenix recon that I paid under $150 for. I feel it is the most sensitive rod I have handled for under $150.

Hey guys just got a Dobyns savvy 734 and I feel like there is no sensitivity, idk if maybe I got a gen 1 or what, but I think im going to return the rod, so in that price range what would be the most sensitive rod, im not worried about weight why matters to me the most is sensitivity, I hear good things about Duckett but if I go cheaper on a rod say vertias or Carbonlite then I have some more money for tackle!

 

Now how can that be??? Don't you know that every single Dobyns rod is made with a special little bit of magic. I heard it was from the tears of anyone who's hopes and dreams have been crushed by daring to fish against the army of pro-staffers that uses the best brand of fishing rod every bestowed on man.

The new Kistler KLX rod is very sensitive and it is in your price range. I have 2 of them and no complaints at all.

Now how can that be??? Don't you know that every single Dobyns rod is made with a special little bit of magic. I heard it was from the tears of anyone who's hopes and dreams have been crushed by daring to fish against the army of pro-staffers that uses the best brand of fishing rod every bestowed on man.

LMAO

Thanks for the replies guys, I am currently using some fluorocarbon line, and it just feels dead to me, the shimano crucial interests me looks like a good rod, as does the avid, im kinda limited to what I can get around here local tackle shops have abu Dobyns and Duckett and then there's bass pro which I don't believe they have Kistler

Hey guys just got a Dobyns savvy 734 and I feel like there is no sensitivity, idk if maybe I got a gen 1 or what, but I think im going to return the rod, so in that price range what would be the most sensitive rod, im not worried about weight why matters to me the most is sensitivity, I hear good things about Duckett but if I go cheaper on a rod say vertias or Carbonlite then I have some more money for tackle!

 

I have never used a Dobyns, but I am very impressed with the Carbonlite rods that you mentioned,  I currently have three of them and I am soon to add more.

How is the sensitivity on them?

Hmmmmm the tackle monkey in me just had an idea, this rod still has a great action and power for other techniques like frogs and buzzbaits( I do love me some frogs) and I don't have a rod for either..... Maybe I should keep this and then get a good rod dedicated to Texas rigs....

Hmmmmm the tackle monkey in me just had an idea, this rod still has a great action and power for other techniques like frogs and buzzbaits( I do love me some frogs) and I don't have a rod for either..... Maybe I should keep this and then get a good rod dedicated to Texas rigs....

Hmmmmm the tackle monkey in me just had an idea, this rod still has a great action and power for other techniques like frogs and buzzbaits( I do love me some frogs) and I don't have a rod for either..... Maybe I should keep this and then get a good rod dedicated to Texas rigs....

Hmmmmm the tackle monkey in me just had an idea, this rod still has a great action and power for other techniques like frogs and buzzbaits( I do love me some frogs) and I don't have a rod for either..... Maybe I should keep this and then get a good rod dedicated to Texas rigs....

There, that makes four....lol

Hootie

13 Fish is the rod de jour, just wish they were made from some vegetable...

yea the *** *** rods are really nice. a lot more sensitive than my veritas and gloomis gl2

Another vote for the falcon bucoo micro rod.

Ugly Stick Lite!! .....just kidding...

Powell Max rods are pretty dang sensitive, but i havent tried everything out there... most of my rods bought in the past 3 years retail a bit more than that ...of course i try not to pay retail...

I have the same savvy 734c and I agree it does feel dead  ( I really like my champion extreme though).  But I can't complain too much about the savvy because I just caught my pb on it today using it as a spinnerbait rod .  But did not like it for texas rigs or bottom contact baits.

 

I would recommend the powell max for texas rigs in that price range.  That is what I use and I love it.  Have the 703 and 733.  Definately worth the additional money over the veritas in my opinion.

I own a recon 2, ***, crucial, Powell max and I'd say the recon is the most sensitive. That said, I'd recommend the *** because the sensitivity us almost as good but balances better.

What kind of line were you using on the Dobyns? If you get braid on it.......the world of sensitivity will come to life.  Dobyns seems to be a highly reputable line from the members here so I'd look at the whole puzzle before you just bring it back.  I haven't used any Dobyns before so I can only factor in some of the other keys to why you're not getting any feel. 

the dobyns line is amazing but the savvy is the low end one and does feel fairly sensitive to me but its a dead feeling compared to their high end ones like the champ and champ extreme

U have to order the kistler klx straight from them and it is by far and away best rod in that category. Research them a little, they are getting rave reviews. If u don't want to do that I would actually lean towards a bps carbonlite. Got a couple and they are super senstive especially for the money. I have heard good things about powell never fished one. Duckett feels good in the stores but again never fished one. Another one that doesn't get thrown around a lot is a quantum smoke. Guy I fish with has one and it seems really nice.

thanks for all the responses guys! i think ive narrowed it down to the shimano crucial 7'2 heavy or mh (what would you recommend), carbonlite (dont know what model) or a *** .... tough choice...  

I have the new model crucial, 7'2 MH xf tip, its a nice rod, a little more sensitive than my ***. But not by much at all. I TRULY believe you would like the *** the best. The reason i say that is beacuse the balance and weight is ALOT better than the crucial. And i know you said you dont care about the weight or balance, but trust me those two things are a big part of a good fishing rod.Go for a 7'3 MH and enjoy!