I'm looking to purchase a new rod primarily used for jigs. Currently using a RevoS, 6'6 MH/F Veritas and 30lb Sufix. 75% of my jig fishing is 3/8oz with the rest 1/2oz. Majority of the time it's around sparse cover, offshore structure, etc, never really flip/pitch in any grass etc.

Overall I'm happy with the Veritas with two complaints: a) wish the rod was longer (all they had in stock but I had to have it right then : ) the reel seat locking nut is uncomfortable

I've been looking at Dobyns rods due to all the positive comments on this site and others. I really want to try out a new brand, plus I prefer much shorter handles on my rods and the Dobyns' 13 3/4" handle seems like a nice fit.

I have two main questions:

1) The 734 seems to be the popular choice for jigs in the weight range I use, however since I rarely encounter heavy cover situations should I step down to the 733?

2) Can anyone compare the Veritas to Dobyns Savvy/Champion rods and am I going to see a noticeable increase in sensitivity? I want a longer rod regardless, but if the Savvy/Veritas will be similar and the 734C is going to provide that much more sensitivity I may spend the extra $70 (with BTD sale right now SS734 is ~$130 and 734C is $200)

Thank you

The Savvy will be more sensitive than the Veritas, and the Champion will be even more sensitive.

I would go 734 with braid.

I plan on it, the Sufix Performance Braid has been great and I plan on trying out the 832 next--no way I would go back to anything else for jig fishing.

I'm a little hesitant with the 734 as most "heavy" rods I've used have basically been broomsticks. Even my MH Veritas is a very powerful rod. I don't necessarily want a less powerful rod, more like a softer tip. Since I'm not going to get a chance to handle any of the Dobyns rods in person hoping I can get enough feedback to make an educated decision. Thanks for the input!

The Savvy will be more sensitive than the Veritas, and the Champion will be even more sensitive.

I would go 734 with braid.

Says an expert who owns none of the rods mentioned.

The Savvy will be more sensitive than the Veritas, and the Champion will be even more sensitive.

I would go 734 with braid.

Says an expert who owns none of the rods mentioned.

Actually, I've talked to David P about this same scenario, and was just stating what he suggested to me. He is on the Dobyns Pro Staff. Either way, I was just trying to be helpful.

Thank you though.

I'm looking to purchase a new rod primarily used for jigs. Currently using a RevoS, 6'6 MH/F Veritas and 30lb Sufix. 75% of my jig fishing is 3/8oz with the rest 1/2oz. Majority of the time it's around sparse cover, offshore structure, etc, never really flip/pitch in any grass etc.

Overall I'm happy with the Veritas with two complaints: a) wish the rod was longer (all they had in stock but I had to have it right then : ) the reel seat locking nut is uncomfortable, especially in cold weather.

I've been looking at Dobyns rods due to all the positive comments on this site and others. I really want to try out a new brand, plus I prefer much shorter handles on my rods and the Dobyns' 13 3/4" handle seems like a nice fit.

I have two main questions:

1) The 734 seems to be the popular choice for jigs in the weight range I use, however since I rarely encounter heavy cover situations should I step down to the 733?

2) Can anyone compare the Veritas to Dobyns Savvy/Champion rods and am I going to see a noticeable increase in sensitivity? I want a longer rod regardless, but if the Savvy/Veritas will be similar and the 734C is going to provide that much more sensitivity I may spend the extra $70 (with BTD sale right now SS734 is ~$130 and 734C is $200)

Thank you

The 734C will be more sensitive, but is it $70 more sensitive? Depends on your budget. The Champions have a slightly faster tip as well, keep that in mind.

I would not go down a power to the 733, it's a bit light for 1/2oz jigs if you're whining them and such. I use a 743 occasionally dragging 1/2 footballs around no cover, but still prefer the 4 power.

The 734 is by no means a broom stick, and will cast 3/8 and 1/2oz jigs very well. Not to mention just about any other bait in that range.... Senko, Buzzbait, Spinnerbait,Chatterbait, Traps, small swimbaits, t-rig worms, spooks, the list goes on....

Just to reassure you about the 734 being a broomstick, the 736 is pretty close to a broomstick and there is actually a 735 in between the two so the 734 is pretty far from it.  I think you'd be pleased with a 734 in either series, like David said it comes down to personal finances.

Enjoy the rod!

I went ahead and ordered the SS734. Thought I would save a few bucks and make sure I liked the rods before I bought any of the C series. Thanks for all the great info! Now I just have to wait for it to arrive..