I have an 893 as well. It's paired with a Metanium XG and while not perfect, its not too bad. I think a reel in the 7-7.5 oz range would help a lot. I am however having a problem finding a reel for my 803. You would think a rod that short could use a lighter reel. Not exactly. With the short handle it still needs something in the 7oz range.

 

Hey DVT, would it be possible to modify on of these rods to a full grip to help with the weight?

I have a lot of fun with either a Conquest 50 or 50 DC on my 803's and 802's.......

 

I have a lot of fun with either a Conquest 50 or 50 DC on my 803's and 802's.......

 

 

Hm.. I didn't even consider a 50 series conquest.. Not sure if it will have enough line capacity. The new HG model would be money though..

Hm.. I didn't even consider a 50 series conquest.. Not sure if it will have enough line capacity. The new HG model would be money though..

How much line capacity do you need?

I also have the 893 with a metanium and the 1 inch cap with 4 zinc washers has made it like a feather. All 3 of my NRX's needed a serious balancer despite my attempt to match heavier reels with them. When balanced, they are amazing. MBR 843 has an Alphas R Type and again, amazing

i don't think it's currently physically possible for a rod that is 7'5" long and weighs less than 4 ounces to NOT be a little tip heavy UNLESS the handle portion was like 20 inches long

Hey guys, just got my new NRX 893c today! Really light, good looking rod. All the guides are straight and clean, and the blank looks perfect. I know its a 7'5 rod, but was hoping for a little better balance. I put a curado I on it, but it seems somewhat tip heavy. Is it just because its such a long rod, or would a heavier/lighter. bigger or smaller profile reel help? What reel are others running on this rod to a balance point they like? I did a test to see where the rod/reel balances, and it is perfect, right in front of the cork fore grip, although the tip feels heavy when working the rod through the motions. Any input is appreciated.

The newer rods including NRX flex differently than traditional fast action rods. You may be feeling this stiffness in the tip section, not weight. The other factor is the power rating is about 1/2 -1 power low, 3 is equal 3 1/2 -4 for traditional Loomis rods.

My suggestion is fish this rod before jumping to conclusions, this are wonderful rods.

Tom

I also have the 893 with a metanium and the 1 inch cap with 4 zinc washers has made it like a feather. All 3 of my NRX's needed a serious balancer despite my attempt to match heavier reels with them. When balanced, they are amazing. MBR 843 has an Alphas R Type and again, amazing

Do these caps stay on or did you have to tape them on? Also is there enough room for the washers to have the cap stay on tightly?

Do these caps stay on or did you have to tape them on? Also is there enough room for the washers to have the cap stay on tightly?

They are snug but i didn't want to risk them jarring loose on a boat ride so I wrapped the entire end in black electricAl tape just to be safe

The NRX is designed with a 2" foregrip for a reason. Learn to grip the rod with 2-3 fingers in front of the reel for better leverage and balance.

Why pay a premium price for state of the art lightvweight rod and add counter balance weight?

Tom

\Why pay a premium price for state of the art lightvweight rod and add counter balance weight?

Tom

 

That was what I was thinking. For that kind of engineering I will be fishing mine and adapting to the way the rod is balanced, not the other way around. My high end rods and reels will stay stock and are works of craftsmanship that shouldn't need modifications...but to each his own.

I took Grant's idea and used a 7/8 chair cap on my 803. What a difference. I have never really payed attention to balance before but with this cap and two nickels it feels weightless, just floats in my hand with the new Aldebaran. The 7/8 cap fits tight. I should not have to tape it. Doesn't look as bad as some things I have seen and I guess it protects the butt too. Thanks Grant!

My 901S NRX balances perfectly with a Stradic 2500FJ. Fished with 8# PowerPro and 2 fingers above the reel...I can't imagine much better

I have played with an 893 with a Revo Rocket on it. Palming the reel made the combo a bit tip heavy.If it were mine I would add few cents worth of change to the butt and enjoy. Modifying a high-end rod to get exactly what YOU want is why most spend the extra money. It doesn't really matter what anyone else thinks. Enjoy!

Last night I put a 7/8" black chair leg cap on my NRX 893.  By adding 4 nickels inside it the balance feels much better and the tip is now light as a feather.  I didn't need to tape it, the cap wasn't easy to get onto the rod butt and it's not coming off.  Thanks for the tip guys!!