dobyns sierra vs champion

I personally like this since it allows me to work a bait alittle more effectively. Privacy Statement. I fished them for 10 or 12 days before selling them, I just did not like them they fished to light. Both these rods are super versatile, the 735 is one of the best frog rods you can get for the money. Here is what I would do. SA 766FLIP - Dobyns Rods When Fishing is More Than Just a Hobby! I would not use for frog rod or jig rod. New to this forum but have been fishing dobyns rods for 2 years now and love them. I am on other Dobyns rod pages and there has been speculation on the Sierra and XP's are basically thr same rod with different cosmetics. Pasted as rich text. With braid itsa great frog rod, can punch with it too. The balance and feel in your hand is similar, however the Sierra is much more sensitive than the Fury. 0 Members and 1 Guest are viewing this topic. I'm just a fully satisfied Dobyns customer. Copyright 1997-2023 The Ultimate Bass Fishing Resource Guide LLC All rights reserved. $339.99 - $359.99. A Sierra 734C. Always been a loomis guy but slowly switch to all dobyns and diawas!From: Blake: berea, KY 8/3/20. Really this is a good utility rod, although I still think the Sierra is more versatile due to its more moderate action. I believe they have as much tougher build as well. * Price comparisons are based on the Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price ("MSRP") or Original Selling Price. The lose of 3" didn't seem to make a difference. DC 703C - Dobyns Rods When Fishing is More Than Just a Hobby! The Sierra Series are built on the spine, are balanced and offer an exceptional quality at an affordable price! This is not my best explanation and maybe one of you guys can explain it better. Any thoughts and advice would be very much appreciated! Can't help much with the original question, but I use a Sierra 704c for 1/4-3/8 jigs. Champ series is more in line with other rods I've fished. Re: Dobyns vs St-Croix and the winner is.. by 78Staff Fri Mar 04, 2011 5:09 pm. I have the 734 and it's a great rod. 0 Members and 1 Guest are viewing this topic. Dobyns Champion Extreme HP Full Handle Casting Rods The new, top-of-the-line Dobyns Champion Extreme HP Full Handle Casting Rods feature key upgrades and enhancements for technique-specific performance you have to feel to believe. Upload or insert images from URL. Dobyns did a super job in the upgrade of the Savvy's. Clear editor. The Fury line was another answer to a LOUD roar from dealers and customers for a rod below the highly competitive $150 mark. If it was me Id go for a champion xp over the Sierra for frogging. I prefer my Extreme 745, 784, and Braillist for that. I'd highly recommend the Champion XP! The Champion XP Is more sensitive than the Sierra but if your looking for sensitivity the Champion Extreme is the way to go. Nor may it be copied, published, rewritten, or redistributed. I just want to get rid of all my other rods this second and get more dobyns! My uses A senko, swimbait, or swimjig will get the Sierra nod. Your link has been automatically embedded. That was until I tried other rods. Equipped with premium lightweight Fuji reel seats as well, each rod also now features high quality AA cork full grip handles for all day comfort. It is worth every penny! & 1/2 oz. Light, balanced, great feel and the perfect extra fast action. I would say their 3 power rod is very good at 1/4-3/8oz and good with 3/16-1/2oz. Fury rods are more economical, and you still get a great feel, plenty of power and a great rod! thanks Quote masterbass Members 895 1 Location pittsburgh My PB: Between 7-8 lbs Favorite Bass: All three Favorite Lake or River Erie Posted June 15, 2014 My local tackle shop stocks a lot of their rods. It's a power house rod. When fishing is more than just a hobby, pick up a new Dobyns Champion XP Full Grip Casting Rod. Unfortunately, your content contains terms that we do not allow. I do use the 705 sometimes but it is not my go to frog rod thats for sure. I only have one Fury and it's a casting rod. Does anyone here have personal experience with some of these rods? Thank you! On 3/11/2020 at 9:25 PM, Columbia Craw said: On 3/11/2020 at 1:32 AM, bunz559 said: On 4/4/2020 at 8:59 AM, Bassjam2000 said: On 3/11/2020 at 9:24 AM, pauldconyers said: Unfortunately, your content contains terms that we do not allow. If I was going to use a Champion for a Texas rig I would probably move to the 5 power rod like 735 for heavier weights and 734 for lighter weights.. No doubt about it, get the 684 for the baits you are describing. I just got a 733C F/H and I am very very impressed with the rod. You can post now and register later. I would definitely go up to the champion extreme series if I was looking for bottom contact only; however, I am on a budget and need all purpose rods. AbrazX FC line and it works well -but you are right that for flipping jigs with heavier hooks (i.e. Free shipping. The Dobyns Sierra Ultra Finesse Casting Series, The Dobyns Sierra Trout and Panfish Series, Dartheads, Dropshot Rigs, Shaky Heads, Tubes & Gitzits, Dropshot Rigs, Dartheads, Split-Shot Rigs, Texas Rigs, Jigs, Flukes, Senkos, Floating Worms, Shaking Worms, Small Jigs, Dropshot Rigs, Spoons, Senkos, Jigs, Flukes, Texas Rigs, Spinnerbaits, Worms, Jigs, Carolina Rigs, Spinnerbaits, Horny Toads, Texas Rigs, Jigs, Carolina Rigs, Spinnerbaits, Horny Toads, Heavy Jigs, Carolina Rigs, Pitchin' Stick, Senkos, Flukes, Spooks, Spinnerbaits, Horny Toads, Spinnerbaits, Buzzbaits, Senkos, Horny Toads, Jigs, Small Swimbaits, Frogs, Pitchin' & Flippin', Small Swimbaits. This is critical. If you are considering the Sierra series, take into effect they are not designated as "CB" so they don't have that designed parabolic action found in the Champion CB series. One note of caution: if you are using this for frogging, it doesn't load so well on your lighter frogs. First impression was that this rod was light, incredibly well-balanced, and very stout. How does the 744c do atthrowing 1/4oz jigs? If you're tossing 1oz lures - go with a 4-power Dobyns. SK Hack Attack) youpossibly willwant a heavier rod . I'm trying to decide between the Dobyns Champion XP 683 or 684 as my kind of all-around casting rod. But I usually use the big Live Targets (3/4 ounce) and it casts those very well. I'll be primarilythrowing smaller topwaters like 1/2oz walking baits, 75 and 90 ploppers, 3/8oz-1/2oz jigs, and 3/8oz spinnerbaits. Dobyns Champion XP Spinning Rods. The Sierra has a tad more tip action which I really like. By Quote PatrickKnight Members 598 Location Southwest Ohio My PB: Between 5-6 lbs Favorite Bass: Smallmouth Favorite Lake or River Great Miami River Author Well that is my opinion and it is worth exactly what you paid for it. I own 49 rods & am in the process of switching to nothing but Dobyns. & 1/2 oz.) Pasted as rich text. I was wondering if I should get the fury, Sierra or champion xp. It's rated 1/4-3-4, I went up to 1/2oz lures and it did well. Re: Dobyn's vs Googan [Re: basenjib123] #14445099 08/10/22 05:46 PM: Joined: Jul 2010. Not my usual consideration. I use it primarily as a spinnerbait rod. My budget is about $300 for the combo if I buy a new reel. If you're really wanting a jig rod, the Champion 744c would be better than both of those, unless you like a little softer tip for jigs, and a more versatile rod then the 734 would be the way to go. If you are considering an Avid X then you are looking at paying roughly $200 depending on the rod. My wife says she is gonna leave me if I go fishing one more time..lord how I will miss that woman. wh2004. You mentioned the Savvy series. SPONSORED. It's a great flippin stick. Id get the Sierra 705 if you are gonna use it as a frog rod. $349.99 - $359.99 Dobyns Champion Extreme HP Split Grip Casting Rods Yea I will probably just go with 2 Sierras one med and other med heavy because I really only have one setup that works well I usually just use my friends rods so thank you for your help. Arrived in great condition from Tackle Warehouse. Seriously if I just handed you a Sierra rod and you were not aware of the price you would expect the price to be double what Gary sells it for. Could not be happier. Start with the single best you can afford. Angler. By Posts: 3,986. WATCH RELATED: Rigging a Bubba Shot with Gary Dobyns A Missing Segment. They were very nice rods, just not exactly fast enough. Copyright 1997-2023 The Ultimate Bass Fishing Resource Guide LLC All rights reserved. The Sierra Series are built on the spine, are balanced and offer an exceptional quality at an affordable price! In a pinch, I'll throw jigs. I like my Furys for what they are, entry level if I did it all over again. I would prefer not to have micro guides - due to the braid to leader knot and just more of a hassle in general, I would like a F action, not XF as it will be more versatile for all around applications. $170.28 to $180.28. Very happy with the rod. February 18, 2017 in Fishing Rods, Reels, Line, and Knots. Pasted as rich text. I did save $40.00 on my Sierra rod, so every now and then you can find some good deals online. The "no give" nature of braid combined with a little forgiveness of the Sierra 734c. There are separate rating systems in rod categories. What would you guys say are the best benefits to a dobyn vs st. I'll be using Braid to Leader and I will be tying an Alberto knot for the connection. Unless you really don't want casting, in which case sure get two spinning rods. The Sierra's are fine rods. @newyorktoiowa57Orochii xx gen 2, its become my most used rod, fantastically versatile,I can go from jigs n t-rigs to trebled lures, ridiculously good taper, it hasplenty ofpower for jigs andyet enough bend to protect trebles, I throw the 110 size whopper plopper on it quite a bitand the 5.8 beast hook rigged keitech. I use the Sierra 734c. Delivering top-of-the-line performance like only Dobyns Rods can, no expense was spared with the . Fishing heavy cover with frogs, go to at least the 735. I know that a Champion is more sensitive than the sierra give all things exact. Nor may it be copied, published, rewritten, or redistributed. The brainchild of the Wests all-time leading money winner, Gary Dobyns, the Champion XP Series Casting Rods are not just made for a specific technique, each rod is built for improving and maximizing your effectiveness with that given technique. Clear editor. Upload or insert images from URL. I think I've made the right choice here! I got a 734 FH and it is my favorite rod, definitely plan on getting more! I mounted a Shimano Saros 2500 on it and it felt pretty good. Thinking about trying out a 703SF but I will have to buy it online without being able to hold it or see how it balances a Stradic FK 3000. Thanks for the input. I know it's minimal experience, but call it first impressions. I needed a jig and worm rod, so I got a 744C. But, since you will be doing some pitching, you might like a softer tip. if you need 2 set ups, go with the Sierra, and if you can get away with one go Champ. If you have been following for awhile, you know Gary Dobyns tries to frequent this group with answers and information. Both of the 3 power spinning and casting are excellent for a weightless Senko. I'm throwing finesse tactics in this shallow muddy pond 8/10 times. For more information, please see our I've never tried the Fury or Champion line but own a few Sierras and I wouldn't hesitate to buy another. Otherwise there are two locations listed for a tackle dealer called The Reel Shot in Wisconsin. They fished slow to me. You can post now and register later. If you go the Champ route you will be very pleased. You can try to convince me to try and switch to straight fluro, but I've had some issues with fluro in the past and line twist is still a pain. I own a few of both the 684C & 734C. It's becoming my favorite and for good cause. Never made any sense to me if the 735C is supposed to be a stouter rod which it is only listed as a Med-Hvy. I've often thought about making it a Mag-Hvy just to avoid confusion, but it fits into the Pitch/Flip category perfectly. Very lightweight, sensitive, and balanced. Bad shoulders lead me to look for a better option to reduce fatigue. Page created in 0.416 seconds with 32 queries. . Rick, I have a Fury 705 and a Fury 735 and while both rods are very good, the 705 is no where close to the 735. The new standard for sensitivity, strength, weight and balance - the new Dobyns Champion XP Full Grip Casting Rods feature the same winning blanks as the original Champion Series and now come equipped with premium Fuji guides. It doesn't matter whether you get the savvy, champion, champ XP, or the extreme. The Sierra rod are a touch slower graphite then the Champions but almost as sensitive. This is critical. Looking to pick up the much heralded Dobyns 734C to use primarily as a jig rod, for anyone who's owned both series how big of a difference is there in sensitivity between the Sierra and the champion series and did you feel the champion was worth the additional $80? By Typically, higher end series use a higher modulus carbon material that will recover faster, feel more crisp, rigid and sensitive. This confused me too. It all depends on what you are looking to do with the rod. Another option to look at might be the 703c for those lighter weights. I don't have anywhere nearby that I can visit and try these rods. Gary Dobyns has perfected the bass rod! Welcome jmurry600 ! Are they the same across all series? I have found that most Dobyns rods have a very fast taper in the tip which results in more tip action versus other brands. One other thing that played a role for me was the fact Dobyns is less expensive on the replacement cost and since I can do stupid things from time to time this is a nice thing. Both rods compliment each other very nicely. This is a combination of Gary Dobyns playing with new materials and our customers asking for full handle casting rods and slightly faster actions. Read This Before Posting! Both are excellent in their own right but the Champions are a step above. Avid's are sure nice though. I feel that the sierra series are better moving bait rods as the action is more of a moderate fast and has less backbone than the Fury line. Upload or insert images from URL. My next rod will be the exact 703SF you are considering. I have both Sierra and Champion rods. Display as a link instead, The Colt and Fury rods are sub-par for the price. You can post now and register later. Otherwise, it'd be a $200 budget for the rod. Clear editor. I'm impressed. What a difference in weight. Did not think about bank fishing. I feel that the sierra series are better moving bait rods as the action is more of a moderate fast and has less backbone than the Fury line. OhNoillegalfish I bought to skip under docks but I tried fishing other methods. Dobyns Rods Champion XP Series Spinning Rods 1-Piece Tournament Bass Fishing Rod. Dobyns Champion Extreme HP Split Grip Casting Rods. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account. I use 683 for jerkbaits, flukes, senkos, shakyhead, small traps, etc. Either way I'd go with a 4 power. Dobyns rates their rods from 1 to 6 1= Light 2= Medium Light 3 = Medium 4= Medium Heavy 5= Heavy 6 = Extra Heavy, The tip is probably what you are sensing as less rigid . For a point of reference, you can fish a 5" senko with a 1/8oz weight on both rods, but the 4 power works best with 1/4oz and on the 3 power you can fish it weightless almost as comfortably. If dobyns only sold 5 rods this would be on the list. I have a 1oz Chug'n Spook and a 110 Plopper that both weigh 1oz, so I was curious for you guys that are seasoned Dobyns owners if the 683 would handle these slightly heavier lures just fine (the 683 has a lure weight of 1/4oz-3/4oz), or if I should move up to a 684 (1/4oz-1oz). Unfortunately, your content contains terms that we do not allow. The rod is very comfortable and well balanced. I guess you are gonna have to learn to deal with your gorilla hook sets. I really enjoy throwing lighter scroungers on it too. L. Lee Finlay OP. Bad Behavior has blocked 1137 access attempts in the last 7 days. That is a big jump up in the line. This is critical. 2022 Dobyns Rods Co., Inc. All rights reserved. I would probably gone with Tatula or Sierra Rods. The difference between each of these 5 powers is a LOT!! I'm hooked, Exclusive offers sent right to your inbox. Personally I really like the Sierra series. Balance is more important than weight. There are many great rods out there, but if you want a solid brand that excels in even the starter rod price point Dobyns is the way to go. Seems more soft and less rigid for a medium heavy fast than I am used to. Evgen if you did you will not be disappointed. We put the 735C in this category because it's truly a frogging, Pitch/Flip rod and since the 734C is not, this confuses people. I originally bought it for only jigs. *Wild card is using a Sierra 734c. Thank you for the responses, since this post I have acquired a megabass perfect pitch for jig fishing. This is a great forum for sure with super people. You can always add more later. I have been considering a Kistler, Dobyns, and other brands. Quote kayaking_kev Members 856 Location Ohio My PB: Between 4-5 lbs Depends on how many other rods you have, OP. Display as a link instead, Paste as plain text instead, for 3/8th and 1/2 oz. I mostly fish a small pond from the shore close by my house that's shallow (2ft - 3ft in most places) and muddy. If you had one in your hand you will see the precise way the guides are on the correct side of the spine, the guides are perfectly in line, andthe attention to detail in the rods finish is top notch. Man I love that these are slightly slower rods! I recently picked up a Fury 703c and while I have only been out with it once and no fish catches on it, I would say it cast the lower to mid end well. I like them both but the solid feel of the arc when I've got a fish on the line with the glass has made me a convert. I have had almost all of the Dobyns Fury, Sierras and a lot of the Champions in my hands. I LOVE this rod. for light wire Football Jigs (3/8th oz. I've got a fury medon my spinning outfit. I'm not sure you're getting that much more for the price difference. So instead of getting the champion for 108$, I would have to pay 175$. I see very little in my hand difference. Very difficult to duplicate the exact action of a single model across all series because of the differences in material used between the different series. for 3/8th oz. Lee Finlay. He liked the Savvy standard guide rods a lot. You need the 684. On the water this thing did not disappoint. It has it's own signature feel compared to my 735C. The reason I chose them over a couple of other brands that had full cork handles was the up graded cork handles. Comments: I recently purchased the 736. Gender: Dobyns, Daiwa, LSCR, Nutech, Keitech, Yamamoto #13 January 05, 2021, 06:41:29 PM Quote from: jchez444 on January 05, 2021, 05:49:25 PM DFW. Its pretty much a t-rig to frog rod. Scan this QR code to download the app now. What rod do you recommend for the same price range as a Sierra or Champion XP? Cause all other components seem to be identical. Display as a link instead, The 735 is great for heavier wire jigs like the different no jacks from dirty jigs, although it isnt too stout of a rod to throw standard wire jigs. The new version or the old gen 1 version? Comments: If you only want to buy one champion make it s DC 735c. I need a tough rod. Home / Rods / The Dobyns CHAMPION XP Series / Champion XP Frogs, Pitch & Flip / DC 735C SH DC 735C SH $ 269.99 Rated 5.00 out of 5 based on 10 customer ratings ( 10 customer reviews) Add to cart More Information Reviews (10) WARNING - CA PROP 65 So for $170 are these solid or should I look else where? Not sure about the 1/4 oz, but it should throw 3/8 pretty good with a trailer. Check with Dobyns store (call them), they may have what you want at a reduced price! I plan on getting a few more. There website says they have the Champion Xps and several Savvy's in stock. Get a refurbished model if one is available. The Champion XP line up is about as high end as I'll go. Debating between st. croix avid or avid x line and dobyns fury, sierra, and savvy? The Champion Series will always be the backbone of the company. In fairness, they were casting and not spinning. FEATURES: High modulus graphite blanks Fuji Alconite guides Fuji reel seats Kevlar wrapping Copyright 1997-2023 The Ultimate Bass Fishing Resource Guide LLC All rights reserved. I asked about them at the classic and was told they are all gone. But they aren't budget rods. Very nice choice. If you could get your hands on a Kaden 713, that might be even better because they have faster tips, that's the only thing I would worry about with a Champion 703c and especially a Sierra 703c, is that they are too soft for jigs, the Fury 703c is faster, but doesn't have the sensitivity as those. Posts: 473. My champion 702sf also feels more sensitive than the Fury. First trip out with it to Clear Lake I pulled a 5 abs several 3's out of the tules with ease. The Sierra series is slightly slower than the Champion and Fury but sensitivity is very very good. Clear editor. I messed around with one last week. Comments: The 744 has become my favorite rod in the boat during 2021. He has said he will leave the Savvy Micro rods alone because the customers that want it are still buying it. I have both a 733c and a 735c. I had a customer yesterday call in and his buddy had told him all "Dobyns Rods are the same blanks with different cosmetics throughout the series". braid mainline on a bait cast reel . I have handled a couple of Sierra's, but have not fished them. Two Sierras makes more sense to me if you don't have many rods. You can post now and register later. Read This Before Posting! Balance is great. If I get the champion I can only get one rod. Copyright 1997-2023 The Ultimate Bass Fishing Resource Guide LLC All rights reserved. You can't really go wrong with any of them. Jigs, C-rigs, and t-rigs go on Champions. How would you say the 703 Sierra compares to the 703 Fury? I also used it to throw the Plopper 130 and it flings that heavy lure effortlessly. The 3 is great for finesse jigs up to standardwire jigs, mostly throw 1/4 and 3/8 on it. 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Those performance aspects of the champions are better than the other rod models and the quality is second to none. They are surprisingly sensitive though, especially for the price. I see it rating starts right at 1/4oz,I mostly throw 1/4 and 3/8 finesse, pitching and swimjigs. This material may not be posted on another website. They're not as sensitive as some other rods in my arsenal but for what I use them for they work well. Which reel is going on it? Your previous content has been restored. Also, always feel free to call our shop and it's easier to explain by phone. I prefer ML to M because it's a bit more fun to fight the small fish in this little pond and it's also easier to throw some of the weightless plastics. Call Dobyns and ask if they have anymore of the Kadens. $250.28 to $280.28. Please edit your content to remove the highlighted words below. This material may not be posted on another website. The 733 I throw chatterbaits,spinnerbaits, mid size keitechs, heavier wire shaky heads, t rigged senkos, even used it to vertically fish jigging raps for walleyes before. I am a big fan of how the avid x feels. Thanks, everyone! You cannot paste images directly. It has enough tip for pitching smaller baits but has plenty of power for any type of punching. The tip on the 4 power at least in the Sierra and Fury line is a little stiffer and on the 3 power is a little slower so you can fish treble hooks as well as weightless soft plastics on that. Using a braid it has enough backbone to set the 5/0 hook, but has enough tip to launch a Keitech. FEATURES: I am not brand loyal at all but i started with one Dobyns, now i have 14. I feel like going higher end isn't necessary for me. Or does the actions and powers vary enough from series to series that a medium heavy fast in the sierra or champion series would be different than the Fury series? September 17, 2019 in Fishing Rods, Reels, Line, and Knots. However the Avid balances a 3000 Stradic FK ever so slightly better as the Dobyns is just a tad tip heavy, likely due to no for grip on the rod ( I would not put a reel that weighs less than 8.5-9 ozs on the Dobyns as the balance would be way off at that point). My champion 702sf also feels more sensitive than the Fury. I've got a Fury 734c, 702sf, 704c, Champion 702sf, 683sf and Sierra 703c, 734c. This year I started throwing 10" worms, 3/8 + 1/2 chatter baits, 2.5 square bills, 3/4 Red Eye Shads, and 1/2 double colorado spinnerbaits. Display as a link instead, I owned a Savvy 703SF and paired it with a Stradic 3000. Was like a lighter medium heavy for suremissed a lot of fish. Powerful and good hook up ratio! It's an excellent rod for moving baits! Obviously as you go up the rods change, (weight, balance, etc) but specifically power and action is what i am talking about. I know the Fury is popular at the 100 price points and the Champions are thought very highly of however the Savvy didnt get the best reviews. The balance was about perfect. I think you'll be happy. That being on the softer less rigid side (in my opinion). That series was one of the biggest sellers forDobyns, He has said numerous times he does not personally believe in micro guides but customers hounded him for a micro series. It is also great looking. Half ounce and 3/4 oz jigs can be fished close and far. We're always happy to talk fishing rods. It pretty much breaks down like this: Swim Baits , Flippin, Cranking or CB, and everything else. By Never fished a similar Champion to compare, although I'd imagine the Champion would be more sensitive. Also, the guides were straight, which is something I always check for and have had issues with from other makers. Best of all my dealer decided to surprise me with a super deal on a brand new Champ 705 instead, so I could not resist. OP. is a GREAT set up ! Dobyns Sierra 683CF Casting Rod with Daiwa Tatula 100 w/ 30 lb braid 8 or 10 lb leader - Used for 1/8oz weighted Texas Rigs or Finesse Jigs. He was being hounded for a rod series below$250 and that became the Savvy's. I wouldn't personally throw much higher though. I currently use Sierra rods but am thinking about taking the next step up to the XP's but hesitant on if it's actually worth it. No doubt the Sierra is a quality rod. I really like my Sierra rods, but I'm looking for a good TX rig rod. If I were to get the same medium heavy fast in the sierra or champion series, will they still have a similar feel? Dobyns started off with the Champion Series ($229 and up) and Champion Extreme ($339 and up) and those are the rods that built their great reputation. The balance point was just ahead of the blank just ahead of the threaded part of the handle. DC 735C SH - Dobyns Rods When Fishing is More Than Just a Hobby! Go put a reel on them and see what you like best In general it looks like about an hour and a half or so journey to the Appleton location and a bit less to the Oshkosh location. The handle, taper, the way all the rods load up, the cork, the keeper, the guides, the look & the quality is all absolutely perfect. Champion XP Series rods feature proprietary high modulus graphite blanks, Fuji Alconite guides, Kevlar wrapping, Fuji graphite reel seats and AA-grade Portugal cork. The same medium heavy for suremissed a lot of fish moderate action and advice would be very.! Not fished them makes more sense to me if i should get the Champion for 108 $, just! Like going higher end is n't necessary for me what rod do you recommend for the combo i! Rods and slightly faster actions between st. croix avid or avid x then are. Frogs, go with a 4-power Dobyns if i get the Sierra give all exact. Guess you are gon na have to pay 175 $ very much appreciated,,! 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