Your Favorite New Rods? 2024
WPCfishing reply :
Tell us what you like and why.. For value I see the new Diawa XT and the Lews Custom Lite. I have found the Daiwa online for about $100.00 and the Lews CST Lite for $120.00. Regardless of the suggested list/buy prices both rods seem to be a workhorses you don't have to worry about scaring them.
bigturtle reply :
anything above aluminum oxide is good enough for braid.
the higher the price, the lighter the guide, its for weight saving.
WPCfishing reply :
On 10/20/2015 at 2:22 AM, bigturtle said:anything above aluminum oxide is good enough for braid.
the higher the price, the lighter the guide, its for weight saving.
I moved the guide ring thread to tackle making and edited this thread accordingly.
Please re-post your answer/opinion. I have questions...
Wayne
bigbill reply :
Well I was never into the higher prices fishing rods. I'm frugal. But when I seen the still brand new LEWS SPEED STICK spinning rods for 50% off a year back I ordered them. These are the older model a year old I guess but there still nice and have a smooth feeling blank from the handle to the tip. I can't pass up a deal on a decent quality rod that's affordable.
I know there are better quality rods out there for a higher price but for now the LEWS will do.
WPCfishing reply :
On 10/20/2015 at 2:51 AM, bigbill said:Well I was never into the higher prices fishing rods. I'm frugal. But when I seen the LEWS SPEED STICK spinning rods for 50% off a few years back I ordered them. These are the older model a few years old but there still nice and have a smooth feeling blank from the handle to the tip. I can't pass up a deal on a decent quality rod that's affordable.
I know there are better quality rods out there for a higher price but for now the LEWS will do.
I bought a Magnum One casting rod last year. It has served me very well. It's great for flipping/punching heavy cover.. Hook sets are just so sweet. It really drives the barbs home!
NJSalt reply :
Are we talking rods released in the last year?
If so, Shimano Zodias. Beautiful rods. I have a 672MH and a 1610M and those sticks do a lot of things well....
*Hootie reply :
On 10/20/2015 at 2:51 AM, bigbill said:Well I was never into the higher prices fishing rods. I'm frugal. But when I seen the still brand new LEWS SPEED STICK spinning rods for 50% off a year back I ordered them. These are the older model a year old I guess but there still nice and have a smooth feeling blank from the handle to the tip. I can't pass up a deal on a decent quality rod that's affordable.
I know there are better quality rods out there for a higher price but for now the LEWS will do.
Bill, I know you say you're frugal, but I don't think you are. You don't buy high end stuff but you seem to buy low priced stuff by the crate. You've always got something coming in the mail. I'm not saying this as a criticism, because I don't believe you can be involved in this sport and be frugal. Some like to have a few high end rigs. Others like yourself would rather have a ton of inexpensive outfits. To each his own. Hey, it's all fun no matter which path you take.
Hootie
bigbill reply :
I'm disabled I can't walk far. I fish not too far from the car. I mail order all of my stuff. I would like to wander in cabelas, dsgs, even Wal-Mart. I have three bad discs in my back, I'm recovering from prostate cancer. I have a golf ball sized kidney stone, bad knees. I purchased new rods just to see if I like them. Either way my family will get them. I just had a disc pop in my back the other day.
I'm dying to go fishing. But I need to get better first.
My son's do stop by and take me fishing. I didn't want to tell this but now some will understand. Please I'm fine. I'm down but not out. I will fish.
I don't drink, smoke or drive all my extra money goes into fishing stuff for me and the kids. For every lure I buy I buy six so everyone in the family gets one. I even gave them new spinning setups. They all fish even there spouses and my grandchildren. Money means nothing family makes us rich.
*Hootie reply :
I hear you Bill. Been through the prostate cancer thing myself. I am officially a five year survivor. Other than that, I am in excellent health. Plenty to be grateful for.
Hootie
Jrob78 reply :
I don't have a favorite new rod but I think the new St. Croix Mojo's are going to be pretty sweet. SC3 blanks on a $120 rod is tough to beat.
WPCfishing reply :
On 10/20/2015 at 7:18 AM, Jrob78 said:I don't have a favorite new rod but I think the new St. Croix Mojo's are going to be pretty sweet. SC3 blanks on a $120 rod is tough to beat.
Do you know which guides will be on them ?
bigbill reply :
On 10/20/2015 at 4:15 AM, *Hootie said:I hear you Bill. Been through the prostate cancer thing myself. I am officially a five year survivor. Other than that, I am in excellent health. Plenty to be grateful for.
Hootie
I'm on my third year with prostate cancer the PSA is zero.
The female hormone injections are killing me. Cold sweats, hot flashes, wake up soaking wet sweats. Crabby, grumpy.
All I think about if fishing.
EvanT123 reply :
I wouldn't worry about braid grooving guides. It's the particles of dirt/rock/sand that can get trapped into the braid which is generally what may cause grooving. This might be a concern if you fish very dirty water.
Jrob78 reply :
On 10/20/2015 at 8:24 AM, EvanT123 said:I would worry about braid grooving guides. It's the particles of dirt/rock/sand that can get trapped into the braid which is generally what may cause grooving. This might be a concern if you fish very dirty water.
Grooving what guides? Standard aluminum oxide should be braid safe.
EvanT123 reply :
On 10/20/2015 at 8:25 AM, Jrob78 said:Grooving what guides? Standard aluminum oxide should be braid safe.
Meant to say wouldn't. I was talking about any guide really but people have had some rec guides grove, which I like to use.
WPCfishing reply :
On 10/20/2015 at 2:22 AM, bigturtle said:anything above aluminum oxide is good enough for braid.
the higher the price, the lighter the guide, its for weight saving.
I've got two Diawa Team rods. Both have Aluminum Oxide guides.
The 6' weighs 4.1 and the 6'6" is 4.4. Both IM7 blanks.
There fine for moving baits. I use Power Pro braid on both rods.
The guide rings are fine.
Jrob78 reply :
On 10/20/2015 at 8:27 AM, EvanT123 said:Meant to say wouldn't. I was talking about any guide really but people have had some rec guides grove, which I like to use.
Gotcha, makes perfect sense now.
new2BC4bass reply :
On 10/20/2015 at 7:27 AM, bigbill said:I'm on my third year with prostate cancer the PSA is zero.
The female hormone injections are killing me. Cold sweats, hot flashes, wake up soaking wet sweats. Crabby, grumpy.
All I think about if fishing.
Are you saying menopause is a beech, Bill? 
Just jokin'. Sorry about your problems. Life's a beech, then you die. Doctor thought I was going to lose a leg in 2008. Clots caused by not being able to move for 3 days because of my back pain. Got up and down the stairs by (carefully) sliding on my butt because I couldn't walk the 13 steps. A female Brahma would have been impressed by my cojones at that time. Yeah, life sure sucks sometimes. I still love to get out and fish, but recently another interest is taking up a lot of my time. Started taking guitar lessons. Talk about an expensive hobby. Look up the prices on acoustic guitars from Martin, Gibson, Collings, Santa Cruz, Taylor, Huss and Dalton, etc. We won't even mention custom built guitars such as Froggy Bottom. 
I've got way too many rods and reels. Couldn't see myself spending the big bucks, but have just as much money into what I have......just spread out over 6 years and about 30-35 too many rods (and reels). Now I'd like to downsize, but 1) which ones do I sell, and 2) how much am I going to lose? Sure would be nice to get rid of about 30-35 of them and invest in about 8 top tier rods. Not knowing the cost, the wife would be very appreciative when she saw how many I had sold off. 
My newest rods are Tatulas and a Hurricane Redbone. All were $100 or less, yet both are ones I'd keep.
bigbill reply :
New2bc4bass, after going through the female hormone injections I feel bad for all women who go through this too.
I even had the crying part over nothing. I'm still here.
Guys young old get your prostate checked. I'm a lucky one. I have a second chance at life. All I thought about was my 5yo grandson. The sleep overs and the 4am fishing trips I can wait. He likes fishing already.
DogBone_384 reply :
On 10/20/2015 at 4:15 AM, *Hootie said:I hear you Bill. Been through the prostate cancer thing myself. I am officially a five year survivor. Other than that, I am in excellent health. Plenty to be grateful for.
Hootie
Congrats on beating cancer. My parents are 6 years free.
Getting back to topic, I just picked up a MH/XF Kistler Ti from T***W*** and a 9.1:1 Zillion on flea-bay (CHEAP!). Casting it in front of the house, it feels great. I'm going to take it trout fishing with me tomorrow just to play with, maybe throw a wacky Senko or Jig.
WPCfishing reply :
I'm glad all you guys are feeling better now...
WPCfishing reply :
On 10/20/2015 at 10:28 AM, DogBone_384 said:Congrats on beating cancer. My parents are 6 years free.
Getting back to topic, I just picked up a MH/XF Kistler Ti from T***W*** and a 9.1:1 Zillion on flea-bay (CHEAP!). Casting it in front of the house, it feels great. I'm going to take it trout fishing with me tomorrow just to play with, maybe throw a wacky Senko or Jig.
Nice rod... did you weigh it?
DogBone_384 reply :
On 10/20/2015 at 10:31 AM, WPCfishing said:Nice rod... did you weigh it?
No, I didn't weigh it. I have a MH/F Veritas (my #1 favorite) and a MH/M St. Croix Premier and figured I'd give it a try to round out my MH rods. You're likely to find me testing it out at Little Pond, or Long Pond tomorrow morning if I can't catch any trout.
I really like the short handle length. The rod itself reminds me of my *** Black.
WPCfishing reply :
On 10/20/2015 at 10:35 AM, DogBone_384 said:No, I didn't weigh it. I have a MH/F Veritas (my #1 favorite) and a MH/M St. Croix Premier and figured I'd give it a try to round out my MH rods.
I really like the short handle length. The rod itself reminds me of my *** Black.
How much $ was the Kistler?
DogBone_384 reply :
On 10/20/2015 at 10:38 AM, WPCfishing said:How much $ was the Kistler?
$117 & change, shipped 2nd day.
WPCfishing reply :
On 10/20/2015 at 10:35 AM, DogBone_384 said:No, I didn't weigh it. I have a MH/F Veritas (my #1 favorite) and a MH/M St. Croix Premier and figured I'd give it a try to round out my MH rods. You're likely to find me testing it out at Little Pond, or Long Pond tomorrow morning if I can't catch any trout.
I really like the short handle length. The rod itself reminds me of my *** Black.
Let us know which rod you like best then rate them all
2,3,4...
DogBone_384 reply :
On 10/20/2015 at 11:01 AM, WPCfishing said:Let us know which rod you like best then rate them all
2,3,4...
Will do. At the moment, my MH/F Veritas paired with a 7.3:1 *** is my #1 setup. Perhaps that'll change...
Chance_Taker4 reply :
New rods I really enjoy Denali Lithium and J2 rod. But my Ole Faithful will always be the either version of the Abu Veritas rods.
WPCfishing reply :
Has anyone seen the Phenix Maxim rod? They're priced around $120.00 and offer sic guides.
MidwestF1sh reply :
I didn't like my denali J2s but different strokes for different folks. I really liked the max 3d and now with the price drop I really really like it!
LuckyGia reply :
On 10/20/2015 at 7:18 AM, Jrob78 said:I don't have a favorite new rod but I think the new St. Croix Mojo's are going to be pretty sweet. SC3 blanks on a $120 rod is tough to beat.
Just got the Mojo on sale at Dicks for $79
Jrob78 reply :
On 10/21/2015 at 5:13 AM, LuckyGia said:Just got the Mojo on sale at Dicks for $79
Unfortunately, it's probably the old stock, not the new ones.
basseditor reply :
In the last two months I bought 3 Kistler Z-Bones and 3 KLX. I am frugal, but I buy hi-end stuff. I signed up for email alerts on Kistler website and buy when they have big sales. I save for these times. I got the 3 KLX 7'11" rods for about 130 ea. Vs. 219 or 229 list price. (The discounted price included redeeming points from previous purchases.)
I now have 25 or more Kistlers and my sons each have close to 20.
These purchases have been over the last 6 yrs. So they don't break the bank.
I'm done buying for a while (well maybe a new spinning rod next spring).
So, the heavy 7-11 KLX paired with an Arachnid throws a frog impressively far.
blckshirt98 reply :
On 10/21/2015 at 6:02 AM, basseditor said:In the last two months I bought 3 Kistler Z-Bones and 3 KLX. I am frugal, but I buy hi-end stuff. I signed up for email alerts on Kistler website and buy when they have big sales. I save for these times. I got the 3 KLX 7'11" rods for about 130 ea. Vs. 219 or 229 list price. (The discounted price included redeeming points from previous purchases.)
I now have 25 or more Kistlers and my sons each have close to 20.
These purchases have been over the last 6 yrs. So they don't break the bank.
I'm done buying for a while (well maybe a new spinning rod next spring).
So, the heavy 7-11 KLX paired with an Arachnid throws a frog impressively far.
That's a ton of rods from one manufacturer! Overall review of them? Ever have any of them fail or have you dealt with Kistler's warranty/customer service? I started out a Shimano rod guy but now have started to go with St. Croix and Phenix...always looking to check out other manufacturers when the reviews are good.
Dwight Hottle reply :
On 10/21/2015 at 6:25 AM, blckshirt98 said:That's a ton of rods from one manufacturer! Overall review of them? Ever have any of them fail or have you dealt with Kistler's warranty/customer service? I started out a Shimano rod guy but now have started to go with St. Croix and Phenix...always looking to check out other manufacturers when the reviews are good.
The Kistler Z-bones & Helium 3 are built on North Fork Composite blanks.
LuckyGia reply :
On 10/21/2015 at 5:48 AM, Jrob78 said:Unfortunately, it's probably the old stock, not the new ones.
Probably, what was I thinking
basseditor reply :
On 10/21/2015 at 6:25 AM, blckshirt98 said:That's a ton of rods from one manufacturer! Overall review of them? Ever have any of them fail or have you dealt with Kistler's warranty/customer service? I started out a Shimano rod guy but now have started to go with St. Croix and Phenix...always looking to check out other manufacturers when the reviews are good.
Only issue I had was a hook keeper broke. They fixed it and I had the rod back in a couple days.
If you like to throw weightless Senkos, get the Kistler Z-bone 7'6" number 3 weight rod. I have 4, two have spiral wraps. They cast far, are very sensitive and handle landing big fish.
WPCfishing reply :
On 10/22/2015 at 12:45 AM, basseditor said:Only issue I had was a hook keeper broke. They fixed it and I had the rod back in a couple days.
If you like to throw weightless Senkos, get the Kistler Z-bone 7'6" number 3 weight rod. I have 4, two have spiral wraps. They cast far, are very sensitive and handle landing big fish.
I've seen some of the Kistler rods. They look great, to bad the customer service/communication wasn't as good. In fact... I really don't know how good it is. They never answer they're phone.
I've left messages a number of times... They don't call back so screw em! There are plenty of good rods out there offered by companies and builders that aren't to arrogant to communicate with potential customers.
sprint61 reply :
On 10/21/2015 at 6:39 AM, Dwight Hottle said:The Kistler Z-bones & Helium 3 are built on North Fork Composite blanks.
So are the klx's! I now have 4 kistler rods, 2 klxs one helium and one mag. Those are my favorite new rods!
illinifan4152 reply :
Hands down, St Croix avid X.
basseditor reply :
On 10/24/2015 at 1:57 AM, WPCfishing said:I've seen some of the Kistler rods. They look great, to bad the customer service/communication wasn't as good. In fact... I really don't know how good it is. They never answer they're phone.
I've left messages a number of times... They don't call back so screw em! There are plenty of good rods out there offered by companies and builders that aren't to arrogant to communicate with potential customers.
This surprises me. But I usually communicate online. And I know what I want so I just order. Luckily I'm in Texas so I often get my orders in one day if it's in stock.
WPCfishing reply :
On 10/24/2015 at 10:30 AM, basseditor said:This surprises me. But I usually communicate online. And I know what I want so I just order. Luckily I'm in Texas so I often get my orders in one day if it's in stock.
It surprised me too. Glad you like your rods.
WPCfishing reply :
I like the Abu Garcia Ike rods. If I could just get my hands on one.
Fishes in trees reply :
The past couple of years I haven't bought very many rods. The few that I have bought have been Fenwick HMG's or AETOS. I like the actions and I like the warranty.
olegs reply :
Casting GLX 854
Spinning NRX 852
SJex reply :
Megabass Flat Side Special
G. Loomis TSR 6'7" Ultralight Spinning Rod
desmobob reply :
On 10/24/2015 at 1:57 AM, WPCfishing said:I've seen some of the Kistler rods. They look great, to bad the customer service/communication wasn't as good. In fact... I really don't know how good it is. They never answer they're phone.
I've left messages a number of times... They don't call back so screw em! There are plenty of good rods out there offered by companies and builders that aren't to arrogant to communicate with potential customers.
I think it would be fair to add my experience with Kistler customer service...
I've only called them once, to ask a question, and Trey Kistler himself answered the phone and chatted with me at length.
This afternoon, at 5:51pm (I got an acknowledgement e-mail), I sent a question about a rod I broke to Kistler via the contact form on their website. In my experience, this tends to be the least reliable way to get in touch with any company. Well, at 5:59pm I got an e-mail from Trey Kistler. That's a reply from the company owner in eight minutes.
In my experience, their customer service is pretty darned good!
Tight lines,
Bob
WPCfishing reply :
On 10/28/2015 at 7:46 AM, desmobob said:I think it would be fair to add my experience with Kistler customer service...
I've only called them once, to ask a question, and Trey Kistler himself answered the phone and chatted with me at length.
This afternoon, at 5:51pm (I got an acknowledgement e-mail), I sent a question about a rod I broke to Kistler via the contact form on their website. In my experience, this tends to be the least reliable way to get in touch with any company. Well, at 5:59pm I got an e-mail from Trey Kistler. That's a reply from the company owner in eight minutes.
In my experience, their customer service is pretty darned good!
Tight lines,
Bob
Hey, I think his rods are awesome. I had planned to buy a couple of his rods. My experience with service wasn't good so I'll pass.
It's not that big a deal.
WPCfishing reply :
As I mentioned I'm looking at the IKE series rods Abu Garcia is making. The rods looks great in the pics, not many reviews.. I took a shot and bought one this morning.
gr8outdoorz reply :
Mine would be a DVT custom cranking rod:
Rodgeeks C273MM White
Fuji SS Alconite guides (spiral wrapped)
Fuji TCSM reel seat
Cork split grip
THANKS MIKE!!!
WPCfishing reply :
On 10/29/2015 at 4:04 AM, gr8outdoorz said:Mine would be a DVT custom cranking rod:
Rodgeeks C273MM White
Fuji SS Alconite guides (spiral wrapped)
Fuji TCSM reel seat
Cork split grip
THANKS MIKE!!!
Post a picture!! It's not real without pics.
basseditor reply :
FYI
Kistler Z-bones on sale for 40% off when you buy 3. Best price I've seen in a while. Got an email today. Sale not listed on website.
http://campaign.r20.constantcontact.com/render?ca=a9feaae4-19cc-4976-b91b-6701e66df87b&c=e3d196a0-330a-11e3-b384-d4ae52844372&ch=e5073070-330a-11e3-b4ae-d4ae52844372
WPCfishing reply :
On 10/29/2015 at 11:37 AM, basseditor said:FYI
Kistler Z-bones on sale for 40% off when you buy 3. Best price I've seen in a while. Got an email today. Sale not listed on website.
http://campaign.r20.constantcontact.com/render?ca=a9feaae4-19cc-4976-b91b-6701e66df87b&c=e3d196a0-330a-11e3-b384-d4ae52844372&ch=e5073070-330a-11e3-b4ae-d4ae52844372
Over stocked?
blckshirt98 reply :
On 10/29/2015 at 11:37 AM, basseditor said:FYI
Kistler Z-bones on sale for 40% off when you buy 3. Best price I've seen in a while. Got an email today. Sale not listed on website.
http://campaign.r20.constantcontact.com/render?ca=a9feaae4-19cc-4976-b91b-6701e66df87b&c=e3d196a0-330a-11e3-b384-d4ae52844372&ch=e5073070-330a-11e3-b4ae-d4ae52844372
Saw that but those are $499 retail rods! That's still $299 each!
clh121787 reply :
Orochii xx
gr8outdoorz reply :
On 10/29/2015 at 5:51 AM, WPCfishing said:Post a picture!! It's not real without pics.
Isn't she purddy!
WPCfishing reply :
On 10/30/2015 at 12:57 AM, gr8outdoorz said:
Isn't she purddy!
Very!! Nice Job Mike...
desmobob reply :
On 10/29/2015 at 11:37 AM, basseditor said:FYI
Kistler Z-bones on sale for 40% off when you buy 3. Best price I've seen in a while. Got an email today. Sale not listed on website.
http://campaign.r20.constantcontact.com/render?ca=a9feaae4-19cc-4976-b91b-6701e66df87b&c=e3d196a0-330a-11e3-b384-d4ae52844372&ch=e5073070-330a-11e3-b4ae-d4ae52844372
I got that e-mail as well. Darn bad time to be broke and thinking about Christmas! 
I would love to have three new Z-Bones.
Tight lines,
Bob
Retired@176 reply :
Kistler Mag. TS on sale at TW for $110, I got one for $92 during their Labor Day Sale
WPCfishing reply :
On 11/2/2015 at 5:11 PM, Retired@176 said:Kistler Mag. TS on sale at TW for $110, I got one for $92 during their Labor Day Sale
Those TS rods are probably the best rod for that price
on the planet. I've had a coupe in my hands. Really nice rods.
Congrats!
desmobob reply :
On 11/2/2015 at 5:11 PM, Retired@176 said:Kistler Mag. TS on sale at TW for $110, I got one for $92 during their Labor Day Sale
Me too... probably the best rod you'll get your hands on for under a hundred bucks!
I just got a new Major Craft Volkey 68L today. I put my beloved Daiwa PX-R on it and made a few casts in the back yard. I can't wait to fish that rod!
Tight lines,
Bob
WPCfishing reply :
My Abu IKE rod arrived today. I'm really liking it a lot. I put up a review in the IKE rod thread.
JeziHogg reply :
On 10/20/2015 at 7:18 AM, Jrob78 said:I don't have a favorite new rod but I think the new St. Croix Mojo's are going to be pretty sweet. SC3 blanks on a $120 rod is tough to beat.
Couldn't agree more, but the only thing that has ever stopped me from buying the Mojo is the color.
WPCfishing reply :
On 11/3/2015 at 6:32 AM, desmobob said:Me too... probably the best rod you'll get your hands on for under a hundred bucks!
I just got a new Major Craft Volkey 68L today. I put my beloved Daiwa PX-R on it and made a few casts in the back yard. I can't wait to fish that rod!
Tight lines,
Bob
Congrats Bob.. Let us know how well its sets the hook!
fisherrw reply :
Hands down the new phenix maxim they have nailed it reel seat is soooo much more comfortable!!
*Hootie reply :
On 11/3/2015 at 8:04 AM, JeziHogg said:Couldn't agree more, but the only thing that has ever stopped me from buying the Mojo is the color.
Actually, the color was the only thing I liked about the rod. Those things were so "tip heavy",
It almost felt like you were holding them backwards. I had 2 of them, fished them for a season,
then they became the property of "American Legacy", through a trade.
Hootie
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