Hello Everyone,

 

  I hope everyone is doing well. I picked up the Dobyns Champion XP 764 CB for throwing crankbaits like a Norman NXS ,Dt 16 ,Hot Lips Express,etc, nothing heavier than 3/4oz.  I have yet to use it, but now I'm questioning if I should of picked up the 804cb instead. Anyone have any insight or actual experience with the 764cb vs. the 804cb. In retrospect, I should of asked this question prior to purchasing the rod , you live you learn. Any and all input is appreciated. 

The 804CB might be better for throwing the 3/4oz cranks, but overall it's personal preference. The 804CB will cast further and keep you in the strike zone a little longer but the 764CB may keep them pinned better on smaller cranks. Also if you have a steep drop-off along a shoreline with overhanging trees - which is not a normal scenario but I do know a couple places that fit the bill, the 764CB will be easier to cast.

Ive own both for some years now and use them both alot. Imo a dt16 would over power a 764. For me  half ounce is the top of the sweet spot for 764. I also love throwin kt spoons and slabs for whites on these rods. To me 764/3xd, 804/5xd, 805/6xd, 806/10xd (or equivilent baits of different make) i also throw alot of 6th sense and some norman and a few others. But that is the perfect match for my cranking needs. 

14 hours ago, Boomstick said:

The 804CB might be better for throwing the 3/4oz cranks, but overall it's personal preference. The 804CB will cast further and keep you in the strike zone a little longer but the 764CB may keep them pinned better on smaller cranks. Also if you have a steep drop-off along a shoreline with overhanging trees - which is not a normal scenario but I do know a couple places that fit the bill, the 764CB will be easier to cast.

 

11 hours ago, clh121787 said:

Ive own both for some years now and use them both alot. Imo a dt16 would over power a 764. For me  half ounce is the top of the sweet spot for 764. I also love throwin kt spoons and slabs for whites on these rods. To me 764/3xd, 804/5xd, 805/6xd, 806/10xd (or equivilent baits of different make) i also throw alot of 6th sense and some norman and a few others. But that is the perfect match for my cranking needs. 

Thank you for the input, it is appreciated.