bass jig worm series jig worm rods the core of the jig worm series is well what else the jig worm rods we offer a new compact 5 6 mossyback along with three 6 8 models ranging from 2 to 4-power for pitching jigs and worms four longer more versatile 7 1 models ranging from 2 to 5-powers that extend casting range and line control for deeper water model handle line weight lure weight action power item sug us retail a very compact all around casting rod for fishing light to medium-heavy jigs and worm rigs in length 5 6 close quarters where casting room is a concern it s a fairly powerful rod with enough tip to accurately zip baits in heavy cover it has an extra-fast tip which provides excellent line and pieces 1 lure control plus it has the punch to pull a fish away from heavy cover if necessary casting bcr663 mossyback 1 12-16 3/16-5/8 ex-fast med-heavy 11578-01 $200.00 length 6 8 water applications nice soft tip for casting smaller light baits but has surprising power in the
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crankbait series bass our crankbait series rods incorporate all the elements of the best fiberglass crankbait rods but with all the added benefits of graphite these rods have a soft yet dynamic action that allows your lure to work perfectly and allows the fish to inhale the bait but unlike fiberglass rods they re incredibly light super responsive and extremely sensitive their reduced weight makes them far less tiring to cast they re sensitive enough that you can feel a bass suck in a suspended jerkbait and they recover quickly so you won t have to worry about keeping your line tight when a fish jumps in other words you gain all the advantages of graphite with the action and flexibility of glass each rod in the series is crafted in a gorgeous metallic copper finish these are truly state-of-the-art crankbait rods model handle line weight lure weight action power item sug us retail do the lakes you fish have an abundance of vegetation well if the key to success is ripping length 6 3 big
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bronzeback series from minnesota to maine michigan to tennessee to the columbia river of the pacific northwest one thing remains true brown bass are harder to find harder to figure out harder to fool and harder to catch than any bass that swims they ll test your temper your patience and your tackle to the very limit we spent a few years fishing with and picking the brains of literally hundreds of anglers that target these fish in several locations around the country you ll appreciate the result our bronzeback series with 15 different models covering every technique for every piece of water where you ll encounter smallmouth whether you drag lizards tube baits grubs or jigs toss crankbaits jerkbaits and spinnerbaits or just love the challenge of catching a huge smallie on spider-thin monofilament these rods will leave you pleasantly surprised our bronzeback series rods are designed with quick responsive tips allowing you to detect even the lightest nips and picks the lower and mid sect
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bass classic spin jig sjr722 length 6 power 2 pieces 1 spinning model handle line weight lure weight action power item sug us retail this is our most popular warmwater spinning rod it boasts a fast action and a strong tip giving you plenty of versatility for fishing a variety of lures and live baits best paired with 10-pound line this is an excellent choice for fishing long-as or rapalas as well as 1/4-ounce lead-heads for swimming grubs it s also a good rod for 4-inch texas-style worm rigs or tube jigs there s plenty of power to set the hook and it handles big fish extremely well yet it s light enough to enjoy smaller-sized fish no problem the perfect solution for the clear water lakes where spotted bass and smallmouths abound they re favored by those that like a spinning rod because they used lighter line and smaller lures to fool those super-cautious bass the spin jig series is a unique blend of dynamic tapers and super-sensitive materials that helps make these the rod of choice
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walleye series flw walleye tour pro dean arnoldussen with a nice detroit river 11-pounder model handle line weight lure weight action power item sug us retail we designed this rod specifically for trolling with the new low-stretch braided lines stiff length 7 10 rods work great with stretchy monofilament but the no-stretch lines demand a rod with more forgiveness this model provides the perfect balance it has a light tip so you can watch power 0 the wiggle of your lures while its magnum-tapered butt-section affords plenty of muscle for pieces 1 running planer boards or lead core line comes with a long rear grip for leverage and easy casting rod holder use trolling wtr940c walleye 83 8-15 1/4-5/8 ex-fast mag-light 10680-01 $185.00 wjr741s length 6 2 power 1 pieces 1 spinning jig rod model handle line weight lure weight action power item sug us retail this fast-action light-power spinning rod is designed to fish small jigs grubs and live bait with the ultimate in sensitivity crafted fr
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salmon steelhead in the summer of 2007 we introduced a new line for steelheaders redesigned from the ground up the full line of rods in our new steelhead series have increased length are fast super light and extremely sensitive like our successful salmon series the same amount of research and development went into the steelhead rods with help from top fishermen guides and our own staff these rods exceed everyone s expectations we also have four new steelhead center pin glx rods at 11 3 to 15 these extra long great lakes style rods are a breakthrough in light-weight and sensitivity never seen in rods of this length before if float fishing with traditional spinning reels is your preference you ll appreciate the actions and handling ability of our float series rods we also have a full line of our classic hot shot back bounce salmon and steelhead rods they come in a variety of graphite and component choices from the ultimate lightweight and powerful glx and the unbelievably sensitive
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salmon steelhead center pin rods with demand exploding for premium high performance center pin rods we re proud to offer four new models that cover all your float needs from the great lakes to the pacific northwest these rods have very light yet strong tips that say goodbye to tip sag while other manufacturers have to add more material to create long rods like these resulting in heavy sagging tips we chose to use our proprietary glx graphite they re finished with extra long cork and composite handles for perfect balance and reel positioning then matched with the finest high frame titanium recoil® guides from rec® for higher sensitivity and reduced weight the result is the lightest fastest rods of this length anywhere new str1352 cp glx pieces 2 center pin model handle line weight lure weight action power item sug us retail the 11 3 length makes this the perfect cp rod for the famous creeks of pa and ind and anywhere breaking through brush or fishing tight water is required this rod
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model handle line weight lure weight action power item sug us retail salmon steelhead classic hsr981c length 8 2 power 1 pieces 1 casting gl3 13 10-20 3/8-4 gl2 13 10-20 3/8-4 gl2 colors merlot #11312-01 neptune #11314-01 the original g.loomis plug rod designed to fish hot shots wiggle warts and other deepdiving salmon and steelhead lures built with a really fast taper and a magnum-power butt this rod works well for light-duty backbouncing as well it casts lures of up to a couple of ounces no problem and will handle up to 4 ounces in a trolling/mooching situation backbounce rods ex-fast ex-fast mag-med mag-med 10137-01 below $270.00 $205.00 hsr983c length 8 2 power 3 pieces 1 casting this is our mega plug rod designed to fish deep-diving salmon and steelhead lures but specifically developed for alaska where you need larger plugs and more lead to be effective it has a fast taper with a magnum butt because it s so powerful it works well for backbouncing bait anywhere gl2 14 14-30 5/
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xperience xperience fly rods are a new range of high performance/high value travel fly rods utilizing the same high modulus graphite found in the top of the line rods of other brands the rod tapers have been crafted to cast effortlessly with a lightweight feel yet with durability to become an heirloom the lighter sizes with medium fast taper and stiffness provide the high line speed needed for accuracy and control as the demands of casting greater distance with larger weighted flies arise the #8 and heavier models are designed with fast/stiffer taper to meet what ever challenge swims within range finished in a rich mahogany brown color with a new anodized reel seat these rods are suitable for all fresh and saltwater conditions new model length line wt pieces handle taper power item sug us retail fly rods fr904-3 xperience fr963-3 xperience fr1084-4 xperience fr1025-4 xperience fr1085-4 xperience fr1086-4 xperience fr1088-4 xperience fr1089-4 xperience fr10810-4 xperience fr10812-4 xper
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travel rods a float plane into the heart of alaska the trip of a lifetime to south america a two-hour drive to the in-laws that just happens if you take the right roads to pass through some blue ribbon trout water no matter where you re headed you want to arrive there rods included this is the philosophy behind our escape travel rods sixteen high performance and five even higher performance glx multi-piece spin and cast rods designed to cover the gamut of fishing opportunities for the vagabond angler whether you backpack travel around the world or just want a rod to stick behind the seat in your pick-up it s a good bet you won t find a better multi-piece rod anywhere the next time you head out for that trip of your fly-fishing lifetime and the winds threaten to put you out of business just pack your favorite escape rod as a back-up and save the day escape series a stunning black cherry finish 3-piece travel convenience and the finest components available make these rods as good looking
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tips i can build a rod you can t break but you wouldn t want to fish with it gary loomis here are a few tips for keeping your rod performing at the highest level for many years to come · store our rod in its case out of the sun and weather make sure it s completely dry before storing · dogs love to chew on the cork and children well it s better to just keep it away from both · lubricate reel seats with a small amount of wd40®or similar corrosion inhibitor · to avoid added stress on the rod it s best to disassemble it when bushwhacking and when entering boats and automobiles · never reel weights or baits all the way to the rod tip this may damage the tip-top or fracture the tip of the blank · always follow the line rating for your rod exceeding the line rating is like `red lining your car s engine it may cause the rod to fail · to free a snag point the rod tip directly at the snag area and pull back along the axis of the rod putting the stress on the reel instead of the rod this wi
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