Preytorien Posted October 9, 2015 Share Posted October 9, 2015 I bought it since my first impression holding them in the store was because hands-down the Ci4+ reel seat was by far more comfortable. I'm not really hung up on looks, but I would say both rods look nice in their own ways. While Shimano owns both, the G Loomis warranty is obviously better as it's lifetime, so take that as you'd like. The Zodias is my first 1-year Warranty rod from Shimano, all my others were the older gen with lifetime. I'm all for jobs and profits being in the states, I'm not getting into a regional production debate, but you almost can't purchase everything in the US, this time it included my rods, reels, lures, line, etc....I can't find many that are completely produced end-to-end in the CONUS. They certainly have a regional look - again, both look sharp in their own ways. Point being.....hold the rods in your hands, take your reel with you if you want...try them out in the store if possible....buy the one you feel best about That said....in the future will be a custom that Batson would make for me. I'm interested in the MicroWave guides for my spinning rig. That's a way off though. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jaw1 Posted October 10, 2015 Share Posted October 10, 2015 I do look at the American made factor being a union member and local vice president I see the drastic decline of American industry first hand. I do buy American when applicable. I also know what feels better to me when it comes to rods and the zodias feels better hands down. This is just my opinion. I like aspects of both rods for different applications,it's the main reason I haven't purchased either yet. I like the jdm look but it doesn't dictate every rod purchase I make. I am glad you brought these points up though. It's food for thought. I think the e6x rod is g-loomises attempt to appeal to the everyday angler. Most average anglers will not pay 300 to $500 for a rod in my area. I myself included. I limit myself to around a $200 rod budget so an nrx is not in my future. They have to compete globally hence the lower price option. Well enough of the serious stuff. Crank bait rod e6x probably. Bottom contact goes to the zodias. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
purdue92 Posted November 11, 2015 Share Posted November 11, 2015 Im in the same boat, looking for a rod that i can use for spinner baits mostly from 3/8 to 3/4 also like to used this rod for spooks and maybe a jerk bait. i prefer the smaller rods and the 6 6 version so i can have more control of the lure and i prefer the shorter fore grips so im not hitting myself with it. any suggestions??? i like that g loomis has the warrently does st croix? what type and and kind of rod would you suggest along with reel? i always thrown spinning gear and making the translation to casting e6x bronzeback avid imx classics? kvd quatums duckets???? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carlm01 Posted November 23, 2015 Share Posted November 23, 2015 I own several gl2's gl3's and a and a glx , I like them all I do plan on picking up an imx soon , have all of them paired with Lews reels love the combination ..... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MONKEYMAN Posted December 24, 2015 Share Posted December 24, 2015 On October 6, 2015 at 9:06 AM, Preytorien said: I've considered buying one to pair with my Sustain. I'd like to see what people say. Following this thread.... Youd be missing out if you didnt get one. I got two for 40% off (only reason i got them). Anyways i got a 7' mh crankbait rod and a 7'5" heavy flipping rod. The crankbait one is great for ripping rattletraps in grass and can even handle those big deep divers. Absolutely a great but and i will be slowly but surely switching my rods to g-loomis. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JustinU1X Posted December 24, 2015 Share Posted December 24, 2015 I got to borrow my friends zodias spinning rod paired with a stradic CI4+ And with a Texas rigged bait I could literally feel every pebble and every piece of structure. Most sensitive rod I've ever held. Looks sweet too haha Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Batson Posted December 28, 2015 Share Posted December 28, 2015 On October 9, 2015 at 8:56 AM, Preytorien said: I bought it since my first impression holding them in the store was because hands-down the Ci4+ reel seat was by far more comfortable. I'm not really hung up on looks, but I would say both rods look nice in their own ways. While Shimano owns both, the G Loomis warranty is obviously better as it's lifetime, so take that as you'd like. The Zodias is my first 1-year Warranty rod from Shimano, all my others were the older gen with lifetime. I'm all for jobs and profits being in the states, I'm not getting into a regional production debate, but you almost can't purchase everything in the US, this time it included my rods, reels, lures, line, etc....I can't find many that are completely produced end-to-end in the CONUS. They certainly have a regional look - again, both look sharp in their own ways. Point being.....hold the rods in your hands, take your reel with you if you want...try them out in the store if possible....buy the one you feel best about That said....in the future will be a custom that Batson would make for me. I'm interested in the MicroWave guides for my spinning rig. That's a way off though. Thank you for the love!! Im sure you will own a custom RainShadow sometime in your life! I understand the costs that are involved, but there is a definite split between an american made rod vs JDM looking rod. Just trying to get feedback from the users on here. On October 10, 2015 at 7:04 PM, Jaw1 said: I do look at the American made factor being a union member and local vice president I see the drastic decline of American industry first hand. I do buy American when applicable. I also know what feels better to me when it comes to rods and the zodias feels better hands down. This is just my opinion. I like aspects of both rods for different applications,it's the main reason I haven't purchased either yet. I like the jdm look but it doesn't dictate every rod purchase I make. I am glad you brought these points up though. It's food for thought. I think the e6x rod is g-loomises attempt to appeal to the everyday angler. Most average anglers will not pay 300 to $500 for a rod in my area. I myself included. I limit myself to around a $200 rod budget so an nrx is not in my future. They have to compete globally hence the lower price option. Well enough of the serious stuff. Crank bait rod e6x probably. Bottom contact goes to the zodias. Then why not go the custom route? Just putting it out there.. Just trying to get feedback.. Seems like the rods are Looks vs performance Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ncbassfisher1496 Posted December 29, 2015 Share Posted December 29, 2015 On 12/24/2015 at 3:14 AM, JustinU1X said: I got to borrow my friends zodias spinning rod paired with a stradic CI4+ And with a Texas rigged bait I could literally feel every pebble and every piece of structure. Most sensitive rod I've ever held. Looks sweet too haha Do you know which model he had paired with the CI4+? M or MH? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bass newb Posted December 29, 2015 Share Posted December 29, 2015 A guy at work was telling me I needed to check them out so I did.... I was very unimpressed. The balance alone was enough to ignore them as an offering. I have a half dozen same price or cheaper rods that balance better and are lighter. No thank you. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JustinU1X Posted December 29, 2015 Share Posted December 29, 2015 4 hours ago, ncbassfisher1496 said: Do you know which model he had paired with the CI4+? M or MH? 7' med w/ 1000 reel 3 hours ago, Bass newb said: A guy at work was telling me I needed to check them out so I did.... I was very unimpressed. The balance alone was enough to ignore them as an offering. I have a half dozen same price or cheaper rods that balance better and are lighter. No thank you. Just curious was it casting or spinning rod? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bass newb Posted December 29, 2015 Share Posted December 29, 2015 It was a casting rod, green with cork handles at bass pro shops. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
5fishlimit Posted December 29, 2015 Share Posted December 29, 2015 Wow! So I am on the opposite side of things. I took my reel in with me to the tackle shop and put it on the e6x and zodias. I walked out with the e6x with little hesitation. I'm in no way saying that the zodias is a bad rod and that you should not buy it, but I was specifically looking for a dropshot rod to use on Lake Erie and the e6x had the exact action I needed - 6'10" mag medium. The cork grip on the e6x I have was much better than the plasticity feel on the zodias in my hands, and with the amount of times I find myself in the rain I also felt that grip would be slightly better. Something about plastic and fish slime that made me feel like the odds of it slipping out of my hands and resting on the bottom of the lake were higher. Now cosmetically the zodias would have been a no brainer since the color scheme matches the colors of the Daiwa Fuego spinning reel I have, but this is a case were I had a very specific need and decided to let function win out over fashion. So far I've been as happy as can be with my selection. Good luck and tight lines! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NJSalt Posted December 29, 2015 Share Posted December 29, 2015 you will LOVE that rod for that... I broke mine in back in September on Erie and left a believer. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
5fishlimit Posted December 29, 2015 Share Posted December 29, 2015 I really do love the rod. I've caught a few 3 and 4 pound bronzebacks, and was able to control them very well. I am looking forward to seeing how it will handle a 5+ pounder when I can locate one. LOL! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NJSalt Posted December 29, 2015 Share Posted December 29, 2015 I located a couple when i was up there and it did just fine 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carlm01 Posted December 31, 2015 Share Posted December 31, 2015 Whats the difference between these and the GL2's ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Super User waymont Posted July 17, 2019 Super User Share Posted July 17, 2019 Bringing this back for an update. The version 2 E6x rods are fantastic. Newer smaller lighter guides, better balanced, and lighter overall. the MBR in the series are killer. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt_3479 Posted July 18, 2019 Share Posted July 18, 2019 My first step into paying for a bit of a higher end rod was an e6x walleye version. 6’6” medium fast. That rod is everything I could ask for. It’s lightweight, it balances literally perfect with ci4+ stradic, been very strong and durable yet surprising sensitive. I preferred it over my avid x which I picked up shortly after. I’ve fished the e6x 845c cbr as well and was very impressed for the money its a solid cranking stick. Shortly after i worked my way up, imx Pro’s, glx’s and nrx’s. I just love a loomis rod! that being said after spending seasons with the avid x, and e6x side by side and having never fished the zodias, I believe the zodias might be the better. I prefer my expride over my imx pro’s and your saving a couple bucks. I think the zodias and e6x are probably the same thing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smithy97 Posted July 18, 2019 Share Posted July 18, 2019 I have the gen 1 E6X, an 853C. I like the action of the rod, but the balance and overall weight isn't great. It is not as sensitive as other rods in that price range either. Just kind of feels dead in my hands. I think the best (just my opinion) rods in that price range are the new Megabass Levantes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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