On 9/26/2017 at 7:08 AM, Catt said:

Powell Inferno 7' MH extra fast  ?

any experience with the 7'6" catt?

23 minutes ago, RichF said:

I have a 6'10 mh and 7'2 mh.  I use the 6'10 for 1/4 - 3/8 oz football jigs for smallmouth and it's perfect.  The 7'2, even though it's the same taper and power, feels quite a bit more "substantial."  I use it for swim jigs and flipping jigs up to an 1/2 oz. 

Thanks, which one would you choose for casting jigs in the 3/16-3/8 ounce range (mostly the lighter side) and t-rigs up to 1/4 ounce?  I'm now a fan of rod tip watching and longer rods makes that easier.

I would say they're more or less interchangeable so either or would be good.  Personally, I would probably go with the 6'10 but I've thrown 3/16 and 1/4oz swim jigs with the 7'2 and it worked pretty dang good.

11 hours ago, Scarborough817 said:

any experience with the 7'6" catt?

I currently own and am in the process of attempting to sell this rod. The reel seat just wasn't my cup of tea and I switched back to dobyns. If you need info on it pm me

For that money I'd wait until Kistler has another sale and get a Helium 3 on sale. The Avid is also a good blank in that price range. Also the clearance Loomis IMX on TW right might be a good deal if there's a model left that suits your needs. 

On 9/27/2017 at 3:13 AM, rangerjockey said:

In the $200 it's tough to beat the KLX. A couple other good ones would be the *** and if you want to save a few bucks the Ark Invoker is outstanding.

What is the *** I don't know what rod that is but I see those 3 dots everywhere 

4 minutes ago, OkieBoy17 said:

What is the *** I don't know what rod that is but I see those 3 dots everywhere 

From the forum rules and FAQ's;

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recently got a pheonix rod for t-rigging and I love it. I think it was around 120.

19 minutes ago, bagofdonuts said:

recently got a pheonix rod for t-rigging and I love it. I think it was around 120.

I've always been intrigued by Phenix rods but have never pulled the trigger on one.  The new Feather that's coming out soon looks like it could be my first.  Which model did you get?

i dont remember the model. I'll look at it. It is now my favorite all around rod. Got it for t-rigging but its not too heavy to use on spinner baits and buzz baits. I'm a fan.

At your price point the Hammer and the Kistler KLX are my favorite. Both are fabulous rods, but I tend to prefer the cork on the KLX over the Winn grips on the Hammer. Just personal preference.

 

Let me know if you decide on the Kistler KLX. I have an extra. Thanks!

Tight lines!

Avid. Great rod, comfortable, sensitive, good actions, lifetime warranty. 

Anyone have a Dobyns Champion, and can compare them to any of the rods mentioned here?  I really want a sensitive rod for jigs and t-rigs and you can get a used Dobyns in that price range.  I have a Fury and for the price, it's a great rod.

On ‎9‎/‎25‎/‎2017 at 11:21 PM, thebillsman said:

KLX no doubt about it.

2nd this or the feel-n-reel series of the KLX. Or to keep in your budget look at the Magnesium 2. There is a review on *** where they test the Mag2 as a bottom contact jig rod. 

@OkieBoy17

There are still a few of the LTB line of rods being offered by St Croix at a very Bait Monkey friendly price point.

Pretty nice sticks.

Just Say'in.

A-Jay

http://stcroixrods.com/shop/freshwater/legend-tournament-bass-casting-rod/

Daiwa zillion and Dobyns extreme. You can find both within your price range. 

There now a bunch of MB Orochi XX rods available under the 200 price point right now. No better deal or rod then that to me under 200. 

For $185-195 you can get a $300 Orochi xx from the guys over at The Tackle Trap right now. Brand new with full 3yr warranty. That’s a hard deal to beat for that rod. Especially considering they sell for about $190-220 used until this came along. Call and talk to Brian. He will get you all taken care of. 

Shimano Zodias is the most sensitive rod I own in that price range.

On 9/26/2017 at 12:54 PM, Darren. said:

 I had an Avid and compared it to one of my Carbonlites, I 

honestly didn't think the difference was that big.

 

So Carbonlites, Premier, Avid, Legend Tourney, all good and

transmit well -- to me. In your range, Croix is a great choice,

based solely off my experience.

Wait really? I am tryin to decide what to buy sometime in the next week and done countless hours of research and had it down to avid x vs zodias.... this rod will be a t rig rod with pegged weights usually, and then i read this! d**n you, my buddy keeps telling me get the carbonlite and i work for tracker so i get a huge discount on anything johnny morris owns.... so now you got me so confused on what to do haha

2 hours ago, AWolf91 said:

Wait really? I am tryin to decide what to buy sometime in the next week and done countless hours of research and had it down to avid x vs zodias.... this rod will be a t rig rod with pegged weights usually, and then i read this! d**n you, my buddy keeps telling me get the carbonlite and i work for tracker so i get a huge discount on anything johnny morris owns.... so now you got me so confused on what to do haha

That is a tough call. IMO the Zodias and Avid X would be my choice as I wouldn't buy BPS rods or reels. However, if your discount is sizable it would be tough to not go that route. I would base my decision on what rod series has a rod that matches the length, taper, and features you prefer.

56 minutes ago, Stephen B said:

That is a tough call. IMO the Zodias and Avid X would be my choice as I wouldn't buy BPS rods or reels. However, if your discount is sizable it would be tough to not go that route. I would base my decision on what rod series has a rod that matches the length, taper, and features you prefer.

both avid x and zodias do but carbonlite doesnt.... my discount is 45% but i also get 15% on other companies rods too not reels though

In that case, I would likely get BPS.

I keep hearing about Zolo"B." Are you guys just referring to bass rods? I don't see a "B" model.

9 hours ago, Stephen B said:

In that case, I would likely get BPS.

I went with an avid x today , got it for under 185 after taxes so I was pleased, now I have to fight the urge to pair it with a platinum Johnny Morris reel cuz the discount lol(200 dollar reel for 110 or get a Shimano or Lews or abu daiwa etc at no discount at all). Tried the rod with my Lews Mach 2 reel and I think I need something lighter but I love the rod so far! Thank you!