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Jolly, I seldom use anything lighter than 1/2 oz. jigs.Its closer to almost never, but I never rule anything out, always pack a few just in Case.I don't think I would be able to recommend the Lamiglas, That was a chunk of change.$180.00 for the rod , then you have shipping on top of that.I wouldn't have bought it myself, the wife didn't seem to hesitate, I can't figure out why she has me make a christmas list and then buys totally different brands , than what I write down on the list ?I don't think I like a 8' Flipping stick either, I am going to practice all over again, most pitches bounced off the objects in the boat.I did the around the world pitch with the jig as not to hit anything in the boat. Lmao..... P N J P.S. Let me know what you bought and once you have some time on the water, I would appreciate a product review from you.
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sounds like ya need a big ole magnet to dredge up your pop's rod. zooker
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Zook, if he hadn't had a whole bottle of crown in him, he wouldn't of thrown it in the drink! LOL
Jolly Oh yeah, he didn't hook her first!!
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I have had a Grandt 7'6 flippin stick for awhile and love it. But for C-mass I got a Kistler Mag TS 7'8 and this is paired up with a Pflueger Summit w/ Power Pro 30lbs braid. I fished with it for the past 2 weekends and love it, it is light and sensitive.... Under $200 to your door from Tackle warehouse.
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I have an All Star Big Boy 7', but I have not used it too much. It is definitely stout.
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I think I may drop down to a 7ft MH, it is lighter, and not as fatuguing.
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LOL Jolly.
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Flippin sticks have always been a thorn in my side. Here's my .02 worth. Why do we spend 150 180 or even more for a flippin stick. As a bass fisherman we are always lookin for that edge which translates to sensitivity. So far I havent picked up a 7'6" rod that wasnt tip heavy. And the tip being heavy takes away from the senitivity of the rod. It just blows my mind. Then u have the people that say put some weight on the rear of the handle...does it work .yes it does but I just got through paying 180 for a LIGHT weight rod only to ADD WEIGHT to it. Hmmmmmmmmmmm first thing comes to mind is HERE'S YOUR SIGN. I've built several hundred custom rods and to date the only way I can come close to accomplishing this a 1 piece blank usually of 8ft or more in length and then cut it to suit the needs. Now you have a rod that balances well and aint so heavy at the tip. Isnt that the whole idea behind the jig stick. Flip in there with ease and be able to feel a fly fart at 100yds. Just my .02 worth.
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Laser,I don't know what to think about your post.I also agree adding weight doesn't make sense.Physics , or better yet, fulcrum plays a role in heavy rod tips when dealing with long rod blanks.I would rather pay the price of a unbalanced rod tip than sacrifice the length when jig fishing.Its easier to generate a strong hookset, or to catch up to slack line by using the longer rod blank.I have only 1 rod that seems really out of balance and that is the Bass pro shop Extreme flipping stick. I glued a wooden craft ball on handle end to do 2 things , balance the rod tip better and to fit in the hinge part of my arm when fighting a fish out of heavy cover.It worked fine, but I removed it to find another solution that doesn't look so strange. P N J
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Actually, right now, I am pitching with a 6' mh cherrywood rod. Laugh all you want but out of all my rods, that one performs the best when pitching.
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i balance all my rods with weights.at the end of the day you are much less fatigued.
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Dodge, I don't understand why you would want to add more weight to a rod ?If they built them right, you wouldn't get tired of fishing them ?Y'all need to find a Castaway HG40 Bud Pruitt series Heavy action flipping stick to handle.They are $129.00, but they are the best ,balanced flipping stick I have ever used.I still like it better than any of the more expensive rods I own. P N J
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Any of you guys use Falcon rods? I've been using them for about 5 years and i really like them. Jolly, my flippin rod is a Falcon Lowrider XG, 7', heavy action. I like the 7' rather than the 7.5 because i use it in thick standing timber where things can get a little tight. That shorter rod is just easier for me to menuever in the tight areas.
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yeah, i agree dodge, i balance mine as well. I use those rubber caps made for chair legs.
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hey mount,where could i get those caps? at lowes or home depot or somothing? also,what size? thanks!
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almost any where. I got mine at Wal-Mart ('course I'm from Arkansas, we get everything at wal-mart!). Anyway...you can get different sizes, i would recommend measuring the diameter of your rod butt. (that didnt sound right)
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GRRRRRRRRRRRRRRR ................just kidding buddy. LMAO!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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ok,thanks!
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MLH, I love the Falcon rods... I have a few of em, they just aren't as light and sensitive as others out there. I have one I use for drop shotting and carolina rigging. It is fantastic! Also gota cranking stick and is the best I have fished with. Thanks for all the help guys... still got a little time before I make a decision on the new rod, but I'll let you know.
Thanks Again, Jolly
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which series rods jolly? the cara's,the lowrider's or the original's?
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The originals is what I have and I love em'.
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i have a lowrider and i love it!
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