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G. Loomis NRX is it worth it 2024


fishing user avatarCyacnba reply : 

Hi,

Seeing how the G. Loomis NRX 802C and 803C rods are on sale for $300 at TW, I'm really tempted to pull the trigger. Since I've never spent this much $$ on a rod, I just want to make sure I won't regret it. So do you guys think the NRX is worth the money or do you think I should wait longer for a further reduction in price? Also, what other rods would you recommend at around that price range for bottom contact fishing? I prefer 6'8" to 6'10" rods.

Thanks.


fishing user avatarFishin' Fool reply : 

I don't own a NRX but read the reviews. I wouldn't wait long at that price.


fishing user avatarcarlm01 reply : 

Yes they're worth it ,, If your worried about money pick up an IMX there good rods too....  Good Luck


fishing user avatarMaico1 reply : 
  On 3/5/2016 at 5:12 AM, Cyacnba said:

Hi,

Seeing how the G. Loomis NRX 802C and 803C rods are on sale for $300 at TW, I'm really tempted to pull the trigger. Since I've never spent this much $$ on a rod, I just want to make sure I won't regret it. So do you guys think the NRX is worth the money or do you think I should wait longer for a further reduction in price? Also, what other rods would you recommend at around that price range for bottom contact fishing? I prefer 6'8" to 6'10" rods.

Thanks.

Thanks to you I just picked up 2 more NRX Rods. For me the 802 and 803 are my favorites , so if I were you I would be all over that deal....


fishing user avatarRich in Co reply : 

I love my NRX rods, but i don't love them at full price I always buy them discounted or a great used one, but at that price TW has that's a sweet deal


fishing user avatarPuggz reply : 
  On 3/5/2016 at 5:12 AM, Cyacnba said:

Hi,

Seeing how the G. Loomis NRX 802C and 803C rods are on sale for $300 at TW, I'm really tempted to pull the trigger. Since I've never spent this much $$ on a rod, I just want to make sure I won't regret it. So do you guys think the NRX is worth the money or do you think I should wait longer for a further reduction in price? Also, what other rods would you recommend at around that price range for bottom contact fishing? I prefer 6'8" to 6'10" rods.

Thanks.

You won't regret it and there won't be any further reductions. at that price, you'd better hurry or all popular models will be gone.

 

 


fishing user avatarjignfule reply : 

2 out of 3 of my NRX's have had issues, a broken tip on my 852 and a broken guide on a 895 and I handle them with kid gloves. The new 893 is still OK, but then I haven't fished with it yet. I have never had an issue with any other g.loomis or any other brand for that matter.  I, like Rich in Co would never pay retail price for one. That being said they are a heck of a rod. Especially if the stay together.


fishing user avatarshaggydog reply : 

no


fishing user avatarMike L reply : 

Would a GLX be compatible to a NRX? Maybe that would be another option. 

 

Mike


fishing user avatarEllisJuan reply : 
  On 3/5/2016 at 7:01 AM, jignfule said:

2 out of 3 of my NRX's have had issues, a broken tip on my 852 and a broken guide on a 895 and I handle them with kid gloves. The new 893 is still OK, but then I haven't fished with it yet. I have never had an issue with any other g.loomis or any other brand for that matter.  I, like Rich in Co would never pay retail price for one. That being said they are a heck of a rod. Especially if the stay together.

Did Loomis make it right?

  On 3/5/2016 at 7:06 AM, shaggydog said:

no

Let me guess, the NRX is the same blank as the IMX.  Just like the Rage is the same blank as the Avid?


fishing user avatarKlebs01 reply : 

I'm also looking st those rods. I could use a jig rod and love my st croix's. Which rod would be closest to a mhf legend elite? 894 or 895?


fishing user avatarbyram bassturd reply : 

An NRX at $300...is it worth it?

For me?

Absolutely!

For you?

You have to answer.

 


fishing user avatarLucky Craft Man reply : 

NRX rods are worth it at $500 to $600.  At the pric *** has them, they are more than worth it!  Buy one (or two) and don't look back.


fishing user avatarsarcazmo reply : 

Depends on what you're looking for.  For me its all about the value.  At their regular price... I don't feel like they offer a good value.  My sweet spot for rod performance seems to be right between 2-300 bucks.  Will a regularly priced NRX catch me twice the number of fish?  Nah.  At 300 though their value goes up quite a bit.  Nice sticks.

Part of the reason I decided to learn how to build rods was the sheer value you can get out of it.  You'll never beat an off the shelf ~100 dollar rod but you'll get far more value from mid to higher end builds IMO.


fishing user avatarNorcalBassin reply : 

Yes. If you're even considering spending $300 on a rod it's a definite yes. Enjoy!


fishing user avatarCyacnba reply : 

Alright, after reading all the posts, I bought one. Thanks a lot, everyone! 

Hopefully, my Tatula rod still feels nice even after using the NRX lol. I just need to think which reel to pair it with now...


fishing user avatarEllisJuan reply : 
  On 3/5/2016 at 1:53 PM, Cyacnba said:

Alright, after reading all the posts, I bought one. Thanks a lot, everyone! 

Hopefully, my Tatula rod still feels nice even after using the NRX lol. I just need to think which reel to pair it with now...

Metanium....the NRX deserves it!...lol

http://i220.photobucket.com/albums/dd214/TahoeDust/IMG_1145.jpg


fishing user avatar*Hootie reply : 

I have the NRX and GLX's, and prefer the GLX's all over the NRX. But if I needed or wanted another high end rod, I would grab the NRX at that price. 

Hootie


fishing user avatarCyacnba reply : 
  On 3/5/2016 at 2:40 PM, EllisJuan said:

Metanium....the NRX deserves it!...lol

http://i220.photobucket.com/albums/dd214/TahoeDust/IMG_1145.jpg

That's a beautiful combo. I might try with the Aldebaran


fishing user avatarFishin' Fool reply : 

Gosh darn that TW sale. Count me in for a 872s. I'm just a sucker for a deal. This better be worth it. $325 is a heck of a lot for a rod.


fishing user avatar21farms reply : 

at that price, i couldn't resist and just ordered my sixth NRX (an 822S SYR). NRXs are far and away my favorite rods and i've never seen new ones for less than 40 percent off. i may yet add another one by tonight if they still have any of the 872S left.


fishing user avatarMaico1 reply : 
  On 3/6/2016 at 1:12 AM, 21farms said:

at that price, i couldn't resist and just ordered my sixth NRX (an 822S SYR). NRXs are far and away my favorite rods and i've never seen new ones for less than 40 percent off. i may yet add another one by tonight if they still have any of the 872S left.

I had to pick one up too......


fishing user avatartomustang reply : 

803 and 894 are sold out


fishing user avatarFishin' Fool reply : 

I just feel weird about spending $325 on a fishing rod even though I walk around wearing fishing related shirts every day. I'm a forensic scientist so I make a professional wage but still feels like I'm sneaking to order a rod this expensive. How long does this feeling last so I can order my second? :o


fishing user avatarMaico1 reply : 
  On 3/6/2016 at 2:34 AM, Fishin' Fool said:

I just feel weird about spending $325 on a fishing rod even though I walk around wearing fishing related shirts every day. I'm a forensic scientist so I make a professional wage but still feels like I'm sneaking to order a rod this expensive. How long does this feeling last so I can order my second? :o

After you put it in your hand it goes away reel quick .


fishing user avatarMaico1 reply : 
  On 3/5/2016 at 1:53 PM, Cyacnba said:

Alright, after reading all the posts, I bought one. Thanks a lot, everyone! 

Hopefully, my Tatula rod still feels nice even after using the NRX lol. I just need to think which reel to pair it with now...

A Conquest 50DC will work......

70FD1531_zps61cd6aa9.jpg


fishing user avatarFishin' Fool reply : 
  On 3/6/2016 at 2:54 AM, Maico1 said:

After you put it in your hand it goes away reel quick .

I sure hope so. Nice pun on "reel" by the way. Are you reminding me that I need to order a CI4?


fishing user avatarMaico1 reply : 
  On 3/6/2016 at 3:16 AM, Fishin' Fool said:

I sure hope so. Nice pun on "reel" by the way. Are you reminding me that I need to order a CI4?

I would never ever do that.....maybe a Stella FI though.....just kidding. 


fishing user avatarEllisJuan reply : 
  On 3/6/2016 at 2:54 AM, Maico1 said:

After you put it in your hand it goes away reel quick .

This.  Definitely this.

  On 3/6/2016 at 3:06 AM, Maico1 said:

A Conquest 50DC will work......

70FD1531_zps61cd6aa9.jpg

Oh man.  I am so tempted to do a heavy setup with a Conquest 51DC and 854C.

  On 3/6/2016 at 3:37 AM, Maico1 said:

I would never ever do that.....maybe a Stella FI though.....just kidding. 

...at least a Twinpower.  I mean this is a NRX we are talking about.


fishing user avatarRodney Smith reply : 

They are worth it for bottom contact baits like jigs and worms. I only have one NRX, but I find myself looking for excuses to use that rod. I love it for jig fishing. If you are going to splurge on anything in life, this is probably a good place to do it.


fishing user avatarNHBull reply : 

I am using one of my brother-in-law's for the rest of the year and I am getting 2 after the first of the yr.  Didn't think there would be that big of difference over the GLX.

Still keeping the e6x's  

 for cranks and surface baits

 

 


fishing user avatarRodney Smith reply : 
  On 6/25/2017 at 8:52 PM, NHBull said:

Is the NRX noticeably better in your opinion?

 

 

 


fishing user avatarNHBull reply : 
  On 6/25/2017 at 8:58 PM, Rodney Smith said:

 

Yes, but until I tried it, I thought the GLX was unbeatable.

 

They are wants, not needs.

 

If I did not get a deal on them, the I would stay with the GLX 


fishing user avatarSelbor2u reply : 

I own a GL2, 3 E6x, 1 IMX & 1 NRX. All spinning. The NRX is by far my favorite. You just have to see for yourself. Noticeable difference in every way. 


fishing user avatarjoe chum reply : 

I have a NRX but the new GLX is so close.




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