Jig rod under $300 2025
Dan_the_fisher reply :
I'm looking for a jig rod to cast 3/8 mainly and sometimes 1/2oz jigs. gonna be a lot of pitching cover and structure but also casting banklines. It has to be full handle, that's my only requirement. I was looking into buying another megabass rod but i was wondering what you guys think would be the best under $300?
PitchinJigz reply :
Orochi XX
Dan_the_fisher reply :
On 2/12/2016 at 11:30 AM, PitchinJigz said:Orochi XX
I have a xx emtf that I love, another xx may be the answer i need. But I'd really like to have a lifetime warranty rod, so I was thinking maybe Dobyns or loomis
Fishinthefish reply :
St croix, bass tournament rod. You'll never be disappointed with this rods action or sensitivity.
buzzed bait reply :
Dobyns champion or extreme would be My choice
KP Duty reply :
I just picked up 2 844 glx's from monster. They are on clearance for 292.50 and then you can enter your email to get a ciupon code that knocks off another $25 bringing it to $267.50tyd. #stolen!
PitchinJigz reply :
On 2/12/2016 at 11:35 AM, Dan_the_fisher said:I have a xx emtf that I love, another xx may be the answer i need. But I'd really like to have a lifetime warranty rod, so I was thinking maybe Dobyns or loomis
Megabass takes care of their customers. Plus, there is no cooler rod than the XX at that price point. If I see those on the deck of your boat at the ramp, I know you mean business. 
Fishinthefish reply :
The orochi is a 40 ton carbon rod, GM has an elite series rod with 40 ton for 130 bucks made by 13, its the *** black
EllisJuan reply :
On 2/12/2016 at 2:23 PM, KP Duty said:I just picked up 2 844 glx's from monster. They are on clearance for 292.50 and then you can enter your email to get a ciupon code that knocks off another $25 bringing it to $267.50tyd. #stolen!
Boom! Got my GLX 783 Jig/Worm today. Such a good deal I am tempted to order another.
Mosster47 reply :
Phenix UMBX 7'6" MH.
Dan_the_fisher reply :
On 2/12/2016 at 2:23 PM, KP Duty said:I just picked up 2 844 glx's from monster. They are on clearance for 292.50 and then you can enter your email to get a ciupon code that knocks off another $25 bringing it to $267.50tyd. #stolen!
Could you post a link to that? Thanks
On 2/12/2016 at 12:22 PM, Fishinthefish said:St croix, bass tournament rod. You'll never be disappointed with this rods action or sensitivity.
I like the ltb rods, but I just can't do split grips.
roadwarrior reply :
iabass8 reply :
On 2/12/2016 at 2:42 PM, Fishinthefish said:The orochi is a 40 ton carbon rod, GM has an elite series rod with 40 ton for 130 bucks made by 13, its the *** black
Comparing one companies 40 ton carbon to another's is like comparing one companies IM8 to the next.. Pointless. They aren't even close to the same blank and they are not constructed olled the same way.
Dan_the_fisher reply :
Okay lets narrow it down to these three, what model Dobyns champion, loomis imx, and orochi xx would you recommend for my needs? Also if anyone knows of any sales on these rods please let me know. I'm think like a 7'2"-7'4" in length. But I'm unfamiliar with how loomis and Dobyns rod powers are.
Cgrinder reply :
IMO you already have the 3/8 oz jig rod from the XX lineup. Perfect Pitch would crush it with 1/2 oz jigs but IDK if you should go lighter on it. Maybe XX Jig and Worm? I don't hear too much about that model.
Probably will be "tax return" sales at vendors in early April and you could probably get 10-15% off a DX 744 or 745. Someone better with Dobyns than I am will have to break down the 4 vs 5 power difference. If you can wait til Memorial Day, there will be solid sales.
buzzed bait reply :
On 2/13/2016 at 12:32 AM, Cgrinder said:IMO you already have the 3/8 oz jig rod from the XX lineup. Perfect Pitch would crush it with 1/2 oz jigs but IDK if you should go lighter on it. Maybe XX Jig and Worm? I don't hear too much about that model.
Probably will be "tax return" sales at vendors in early April and you could probably get 10-15% off a DX 744 or 745. Someone better with Dobyns than I am will have to break down the 4 vs 5 power difference. If you can wait til Memorial Day, there will be solid sales.
the orochi xx jig and worm is what i have and would not be my ideal choice for 3/8. feels right at home with 1/2 plus trailer - 3/4 plus trailer i think. i've mostly thrown 1/2 oz plus trailer on mine and it handled that range well.
on the dobyns side, i'd look at a 4 power for the 3/8 and 1/2 oz jigs you mention.
don't think there's any way you could be disappointed in either of those decisions!
EllisJuan reply :
On 2/12/2016 at 7:18 PM, Dan_the_fisher said:Could you post a link to that? Thanks
I posted them in this thread:
KP Duty reply :
https://www.*.com/G-Loomis-Rods-MBR844C-GLX-p/gloomis-rod-mbr844c-glx.htm
kickerfish1 reply :
Orichi XX, New Dobyns Extereme HP, or Loomis GLX as a rep sample or lightly used would be my suggestions. I believe Kistler could build you a full handle Helium 3 for under $300. Another option would be going the custom route. If you are concerned about matching colors to a reel, length, guides, reel seat etc... it would give you the most user input if you are kind of picky about those aspects of a rod.
Dan_the_fisher reply :
What about a 853c jwr imx? It's on sale for $220 at field and stream. I'm holding it in my hand as I speak. I kinda want it either way but it seems underpowered for jigs, what you guys think?
EllisJuan reply :
On 2/13/2016 at 7:17 AM, Dan_the_fisher said:What about a 853c jwr imx? It's on sale for 220 at field and stream. I'm holding it in my hand as I speak
Nice rod, but * has it for the same price and you can get another $25 off, free shipping, no tax...
https://www.*.com/ProductDetails.asp?ProductCode=G%2DLoomis%2DIMXBassCast%2DJWR&e=Y
https://www.*.com/join_mailing_list_a/398.htm
Dan_the_fisher reply :
On 2/13/2016 at 7:23 AM, EllisJuan said:Nice rod, but * has it for the same price and you can get another $25 off...
https://www.*.com/ProductDetails.asp?ProductCode=G%2DLoomis%2DIMXBassCast%2DJWR&e=Y
https://www.*.com/join_mailing_list_a/398.htm
What power would you recommend?
EllisJuan reply :
On 2/13/2016 at 7:24 AM, Dan_the_fisher said:What power would you recommend?
I would go with just what you are looking at...the 853c - Medium/Heavy. But, if your budget is comfortable to $300 I would go with the GLX...
https://www.*.com/G-Loomis-GLX-Jig-Worm-853C-p/gloomis-glx-853cjwr.htm?e=Y
Dan_the_fisher reply :
I had a $20 coupon for field and stream and I got bit by the monkey, now I have a imx riding shotgun as I go home.
EllisJuan reply :
On 2/13/2016 at 7:40 AM, Dan_the_fisher said:I had a $20 coupon for field and stream and I got bit by the monkey, now I have a imx riding shotgun as I go home.
Haha...good for you man. You will enjoy it...it is a fine rod.
Dan_the_fisher reply :
First impressions of the rod, it seems perfectly balanced but just a fuzz on the heavy side. May be a little light on the power for what I'm looking for, but i definately have other uses for it. If I like it a lot I will probably order the same rod in 4 or 5 power for my jig needs
fisherrw reply :
Probably a Phenix ultra bmx or Provo
Cgrinder reply :
You can do 1/2 oz with an 853. Not ideal but it will work outside of heavy cover.
NRX green rods seem to be discontinued. If you end up wanting more Loomis, the 894 is exceptional for 1/2 oz jigs. Might be possible to pick one up at not too much over your original budget.
Dan_the_fisher reply :
On 2/14/2016 at 2:14 AM, Cgrinder said:You can do 1/2 oz with an 853. Not ideal but it will work outside of heavy cover.
NRX green rods seem to be discontinued. If you end up wanting more Loomis, the 894 is exceptional for 1/2 oz jigs. Might be possible to pick one up at not too much over your original budget.
I feel like this will be my 1/4oz to maybe 3/8oz finesse and bitsy bug jig setup. I don't feel like it had enough backbone for heavy wire hooks. If I like it I will hunt down a little more beefy rod. Honestly first off it feels like my megabass blows it out of the water in the $300 department for feel, quality, and balance. But for the $200 I gave for it I feel like it is better than my st criox avid. This rod feels like more of a $200 rod than a $300 rod if you get what I'm saying.
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