9 minutes ago, freelancer27 said:

 

I actually prefer a stiffer rod for the applications that I want to use it for. I have 2 MH rods already that I am using for crankbaits and topwaters. I a bit more backbone will help me to better set the hook on the single hook baits.

you're not going to have a problem with power. It has a soft enough tip to cast lighter baits but enough power to wrench fish out of heavy cover. I've used it to flip and pitch 3/8 oz jig in lay downs and I've pulled two 5lbers and a 6lber out of letdowns with this rod.

25 minutes ago, Jon G said:

you're not going to have a problem with power. It has a soft enough tip to cast lighter baits but enough power to wrench fish out of heavy cover. I've used it to flip and pitch 3/8 oz jig in lay downs and I've pulled two 5lbers and a 6lber out of letdowns with this rod.

What lure weights do you throw on the rod?

My question is why are you running around on the bank with a $300 rod. I own a boat and I don't have one $300 rod on the deck.

1 hour ago, freelancer27 said:

What lure weights do you throw on the rod?

I can throw something as light as a 1/8 oz trig and I've thrown 3/4 oz rattle traps on it. For jigs I use primarily 3/8 oz. It can handle 1/2 but the sweet spot is 3/8 oz. Same thing with the 734 the sweet spot (for jigs) is 3/8 oz if you want to go higher you're looking at a 5 power rod.

 

9 minutes ago, sully420 said:

My question is why are you running around on the bank with a $300 rod. I own a boat and I don't have one $300 rod on the deck.

I don't think it matters if you are on boat are on the bank you can use what ever rod you want. A lot of people (including myself) get a lot of joy out of using high end tackle. It isn't necessary but if you enjoy it there isn't a problem with it. Besides even a $1000 combo is still more affordable than a boat for most people.

31 minutes ago, sully420 said:

My question is why are you running around on the bank with a $300 rod. I own a boat and I don't have one $300 rod on the deck.

You put your money in a boat, other put a friction of this into their gear. I have an almost 1000 USD combo that get through the woods with if necessary to reach a spot. All about prios

I reached out to Dobyns and they are actually suggesting the Dobyns Champion XP Full Cast Rod 7'4" Heavy 744. They said that the backbone is better on this rod for Jigs but still a good chatter/ spinnerbait