Just curious about your thoughts on the two rods. Please explain your reason for choosing one or the other. I have it narrowed down to these two at this point. I like them both for different reasons, but am curious as to what YOU think based on personal experience. I live in walking distance from BPS, so I'll be purchasing there. Both rods in stock now and I'm ready to buy. Thanks in advance!

That's a tough one. I've got both and fish both.

From a warranty standpoint it's Shimano without a doubt. They're about equal in sensitivity. Components goes to Shimano since they're all Fuji. Boils down to does the Premier come in the action / length combination you want since their selection is a bit limited compared to the Compre.

BTW, I'm on the fence enough I didn't vote.... 8-)

Can't speak on the Compre but I havn't had to use anything else but the 2 premier spinning rods I've had for 15 years. Never had a problem with a guide / insert, reel seat nothing. They are both ML fast action and I have used braided line on them without issue as well. Can't go wrong in my opinion and made in the US too!!!!

I love my compres, I had one break (my fault im clumbsy) They replaced it fast with no questions asked!

    I would go with the Shimano Compre.  It is very lightweight and is more than sensitive enough with the blank-thru foregrip.

In this price range, I would definitely go with Shimano.

Roger

What about the St. Croix Mojo?  That's in that price range as well and at BPS.

Very interesting indeed.  The poll is at an exact 50% split.  I went to BPS after work today and really handled the two rods side by side.  I'm leaning towards the Compre for a couple of reasons.  First, the warranty.  Second, the overall feel and balance of the rod......the Fuji guides are also nice.  I appreciate the feedback from all.  

I have used both extensively in last say 4 years, sold off all the Premier's and have 4 Compre's....by far the better and lighter/better quality choice IMHO..

Enjoy whatever you pick!

Very interesting indeed. The poll is at an exact 50% split. I went to BPS after work today and really handled the two rods side by side. I'm leaning towards the Compre for a couple of reasons. First, the warranty. Second, the overall feel and balance of the rod......the Fuji guides are also nice. I appreciate the feedback from all.

That Does It...you are now blackballed from the Shimano Posse!! ;D

I voted Compre simply because you get a lifetime warranty. If the Premiers came with lifetime warranties, I'd probably say flip a coin, since they're both great rods.