Any G loomis shr822 shaky head rod reviews? Thinking about picking one up, especially if I can find one at 200 or less. Have always wanted a G loomis, and was wondering how they are for this application. Perfect tip, good fighting power? Supreme sensativity? I would really like to hear Your thoughts on this $250 dollar rod. THANKS!

I would pass on the non-glx version of this rod.  You will be disappointed if you want a Loomis rod, as this rod doesn't have the sensitivity of a traditional Loomis.  The GLX, on the other hand, is very sensitive and light.  It fishes really well.

The older GLX is a terrific rod, and can be found around $200 from time to time.  I would be a little patient and try to pick up one of those used vs. a new SHR822.

Which glx model length and weight would anyone recommend for an ideal shaky head setup? Thanks

Which glx model length and weight would anyone recommend for an ideal shaky head setup? Thanks

 

I have the NRX 822S SYR, which I like, but I don't find it to be all that more sensitive than the GLX 822S SYR.  Therefore, unless you just want a top of the line rod for sake of having it, then the NRX 822S SYR is your rod.  If you want a rod that will perform at the top of the line level, but not quite top of the line price, I would look at the GLX 822S SYR (though, you may want to consider the 821 or 823 depending on where you want to fish this technique.  The 822 is a good middle of the road).  If you really want to save money, but still have a nice rod, look for a used G Loomis GLX SHR822S.  This is a great shakyhead rod as well (and one I used to have).  If you can stand the ReCoil Guides and the fact the thee Xpeditor Service is no longer available for it, this could be a great choice at a great price.