What a difference in weight. W. wh2004. Upload or insert images from URL. Did not think about bank fishing. 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. I feel that this tip action is perceived as a lose in power since it takes more of the rod to lock in to its final power. If it's worth the money or not is up to you, but I layout all. I think I've made the right choice here! I don't believe so, I have used Colt, Fury, Sierra, Savy, Kaden, Champion, and Champion Extreme and have found that the Fury , Kaden, and Champion Extreme are more rigid than the Colt, Sierra, or Champion. 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). I purchased 2 Sierra rods for my grandson. Dobyns Rods Champion XP Series Spinning Rods 1-Piece Tournament Bass Fishing Rod. You can post now and register later. Go get it now. with braid main line . Both are excellent in their own right but the Champions are a step above. I needed a jig and worm rod, so I got a 744C. The feedback has been exceptional and Dobyns is happy to introduce a new series of rods. 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 $80? For a point of reference, you can fish a 5" senko with a 1/8oz weight on both rods, but the 4 power works best with 1/4oz and on the 3 power you can fish it weightless almost as comfortably. It's worth the additional investment. When I tried to order the champion from dobyns, they told me that the discount does not apply to reconditioned/trade ins and you have to pay a shipping price of 25$ per rod, instead of getting their standard free shipping over 75$. Nor may it be copied, published, rewritten, or redistributed. I will b using it for bottom contact finesse baits, Sencos, tubes, snakey heads etc. Balance is great. I was trying to use that rod as a Texas rig rod and really didn't like it for that purpose. What would you guys say are the best benefits to a dobyn vs st. Definitely wouldnt throw a finesse jig on it though. I only have one Fury and it's a casting rod. 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. He liked the Savvy standard guide rods a lot. In a pinch, I'll throw jigs. My wife says she is gonna leave me if I go fishing one more time..lord how I will miss that woman. Weightless Wacky Rig - Zoom Finesse Trick worms or Roboworms. The balance was about perfect. I recently got a champion mh glass for my casting reel. I intend to have a chatter bait, 2.5 square bill and a jig on every time I go out post spawn. Read This Before Posting! I don't throw really big rip baits so these two models work really well. I no longer fish Dobyns and I never throw a 1/4 oz jig , but back when I did if I were fishing a 5/16 finesse style (Eakins ) jig and a speed craw it was on the 703. I really enjoy throwing lighter scroungers on it too. It has a faster action than the Sierra and it's definitely noticeably more sensitive. This is critical. I'd like it to be 6'6" - 6'10" if possible - I'm a shore fisherman, there are a lot of bushes and overhanging trees and the pond isn't that big anyways. Rod was helpful in making precise pitches. The M/H fished closer to a medium & the heavy closer to a M/H. 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". I've often thought about making it a Mag-Hvy just to avoid confusion, but it fits into the Pitch/Flip category perfectly. Gary Dobyns has perfected the bass rod! Home / The Dobyns Champion XP Series The new standard for sensitivity, strength, weight and balance and now featuring Fuji Guides! By swapping bait cast reels between FC , braid or even mono main lines can add versatility to the Sierra 734c. I'll be using Braid to Leader and I will be tying an Alberto knot for the connection. I'll likely continue to use my Daiwa BG 2500 as the reel, or change it depending on the balance and weight of the setup. The "no give" nature of braid combined with a little forgiveness of the Sierra 734c. Balance can make a heavy rod feel light, and make a light rod feel heavy. Same power & action as the 734 but with a bit less flex in the tip. By rejecting non-essential cookies, Reddit may still use certain cookies to ensure the proper functionality of our platform. The Sierra Series are built on the spine, are balanced and offer an exceptional quality at an affordable price! I'm impressed. *Wild card is using a Sierra 734c. I would probably gone with Tatula or Sierra Rods. Nor may it be copied, published, rewritten, or redistributed. If you are just looking for an all around utility rod then try the 734 in any series except the Extremes those start with a 743. It's all relative Dobyns just has so many great options, but the Champion XP line up gets my vote! SK Hack Attack) youpossibly willwant a heavier rod . DC 703C - Dobyns Rods When Fishing is More Than Just a Hobby! $170.28 to $180.28. 0 Members and 1 Guest are viewing this topic. This material may not be posted on another website. I do use the 705 sometimes but it is not my go to frog rod thats for sure. I fished them for 10 or 12 days before selling them, I just did not like them they fished to light. There is a tackle shop inOconomowoc, WI called Get Hooked Outdoors. Using a braid it has enough backbone to set the 5/0 hook, but has enough tip to launch a Keitech. You can always add more later. If you have been following for awhile, you know Gary Dobyns tries to frequent this group with answers and information. I use a champion xp 736 for my frog rod, l would say its lighter than my Sierra 734s by the way it fishes, but thats me, I never weighed them so I dont have scientific facts. These rods are not as sensitive as G. Loomis. 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. These rods are extremely balanced, which makes them feel lighter than they actually are. If I were to get the same medium heavy fast in the sierra or champion series, will they still have a similar feel? 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. Also, always feel free to call our shop and it's easier to explain by phone. Gear & Gadgets on the Texas Fishing and Outdoors Show, Powered by UBB.threads PHP Forum Software 7.7.3, Moritz Chevrolet - 9101 Camp Bowie W Blvd, Fort Worth, TX - Monte Coon (817) 696-2003. My next rod will be the exact 703SF you are considering. 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. Very nice choice. One note of caution: if you are using this for frogging, it doesn't load so well on your lighter frogs. It is worth every penny! The Sierra's are fine rods. heavier hook flipping jigs with#40lb. Unfortunately, your content contains terms that we do not allow. Powerful and good hook up ratio! I have handled a couple of Sierra's, but have not fished them. 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 The handle, taper, the way all the rods load up, the cork, the keeper, the guides, the look & the quality is all absolutely perfect. Comments:I made a big switch from Loomis to Dobyns. 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. Thanks for the input. The difference between each of these 5 powers is a LOT!! Just pulled the trigger on a Champion 705c, got a pretty good price on it, couldn't pass it up. Looks like my lineup is now mostly Dobyns. It's becoming my favorite and for good cause. I have been considering a Kistler, Dobyns, and other brands. football jigs works well as they have lighter hooks Standard flipping jigs with heavier hooks go with a 735c. News:Forum updated, problems HERE if you see any! Hey everyone! Personally I really like the Sierra series. This is critical. 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. Both of the 3 power spinning and casting are excellent for a weightless Senko. L. Joined: Feb 2017. Very light and powerful. 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. Read This Before Posting! for 3/8th oz. Weightless Texas Rig - Zoom Finesse Trick Worms or Swampcrawlers. The balance point was just ahead of the blank just ahead of the threaded part of the handle. SPONSORED. The Colt and Fury rods are sub-par for the price. My uses A senko, swimbait, or swimjig will get the Sierra nod. Tungsten, Berkley Fishing, Rod Glove, Siebert Outdoors, Power Pole, Costa. They are listed as a Dobyns dealer but may not stock what you want. For the weight range specified, the 734C would be a better match. The new Dobyns Champion Spinning Rods feature the same winning blanks as the original Champion Series and now come equipped with premium Fuji guides. Fishing heavy cover with frogs, go to at least the 735. But the Dobyns 734 is well touted. I wouldn't tie on a 3/8-1/2oz chatterbait on it, seems a bit too light to me. For more information, please see our It is way cool to hear from the master wizard himself. Man I love that these are slightly slower rods! With braid itsa great frog rod, can punch with it too. I see very little in my hand difference. Copyright 1997-2023 The Ultimate Bass Fishing Resource Guide LLC All rights reserved. Arrived in great condition from Tackle Warehouse. I have had almost all of the Dobyns Fury, Sierras and a lot of the Champions in my hands. I have a few Sierras and I feel as if their MH is actually a Medium in other rods. *Wildcard set up* : Try using the Sierra 734c. I use dobyns rods and so does my good fishing buddy, we love'em!!! Both rods compliment each other very nicely. I own the 703sf and 735c in the Fury line and have handled the 795c regularly. I would never attempt to address how and leave that up to Gary, it's his company. Pasted as rich text. They fished slow to me. How these "experts" know this boggles my mind. . If it was me Id go for a champion xp over the Sierra for frogging. This material may not be posted on another website. First impression was that this rod was light, incredibly well-balanced, and very stout. I feel the dobyns 3 is closer to a medium than a MH in the fury line. I've never tried the Fury or Champion line but own a few Sierras and I wouldn't hesitate to buy another. Champ series is more in line with other rods I've fished. $339.99 - $359.99. It's rated 1/4-3-4, I went up to 1/2oz lures and it did well. This material may not be posted on another website. I've got a Fury 734c, 702sf, 704c, Champion 702sf, 683sf and Sierra 703c, 734c. 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. But which (Champion or Sierra)of the two and why? Free shipping. It is also great looking. 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. 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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. I'm throwing finesse tactics in this shallow muddy pond 8/10 times. Get a refurbished model if one is available. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account. 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. I got a 734 FH and it is my favorite rod, definitely plan on getting more! Balance of the rod and reel is very important to me as tip heavy rods is a burden after a few hours of fishing. The Sierra series is slightlyslower thanthe Champion and Fury but sensitivity is very very good. So I realized I was trying to combine techniques that are on the complete opposite sides of the fishing spectrum into one rod, so I ended up going with the Champion XP 683 to fish my lighter applications, and I also actually ordered a Sierra 684 for my jigs, spinners, and heavier 1oztopwaters. No doubt the Sierra is a quality rod. This is a great forum for sure with super people. Well that is my opinion and it is worth exactly what you paid for it. Dobyns did a super job in the upgrade of the Savvy's. OhNoillegalfish I own a few of both the 684C & 734C. Your link has been automatically embedded. February 18, 2017 in Fishing Rods, Reels, Line, and Knots. So I own both champions (744c jig special, 763s) and sierra's (2x 733) in different applications. 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. Gary Dobyns just seems to know how to design rods with precise actions for what fishermen need. You can't really go wrong with any of them. By Also how do these compare to the Avid line of rods? If you go the Champ route you will be very pleased. & 1/2 oz.) Privacy Statement. You cannot paste images directly. I traded it up to an Extreme but still have two Champion 703SF's and they are matched with Saros 3000 reels. The lose of 3" didn't seem to make a difference. I see it rating starts right at 1/4oz,I mostly throw 1/4 and 3/8 finesse, pitching and swimjigs. Dobyns Rods Sierra Trout & Panfish Series Spinning Rods Ultralight Rods. OP. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account. dobyns champion xp casting rods allaround topwater spinnerbaits jigs By larrymarketfishing November 28, 2020 in Fishing Rods, Reels, Line, and Knots Followers Reply to this topic Start new topic larrymarketfishing Members 31 Location Minneapolis, MN My PB: Between 4-5 lbs Favorite Bass: Smallmouth Posted November 28, 2020 Hi, all. The Sierra series is slightly slower than the Champion and Fury but sensitivity is very very good. 530-671-1989 THX A TON GUYS!!!! Any major differences between the Sierra vs the champion xp in the 702 model Logged zippyduck Community Diplomat Posts: 10,306 Location: Butler, Pa. I've used it for a while and have had no issues with my other setups. But I usually use the big Live Targets (3/4 ounce) and it casts those very well. Reddit and its partners use cookies and similar technologies to provide you with a better experience. Paste as plain text instead, Call each store and see what each one has in stock. Unfortunately, your content contains terms that we do not allow. By accepting all cookies, you agree to our use of cookies to deliver and maintain our services and site, improve the quality of Reddit, personalize Reddit content and advertising, and measure the effectiveness of advertising. I am currently trying to unload a couple folding knives to fund new rods. Give me an email at fishnkamp@comcast.net. Sometime larger top water baits are thrown on it like Super Spooks and other moving baits like Keitechs. Bad Behavior has blocked 1137 access attempts in the last 7 days. I'd spend more money if you're looking for a rod you need to "feel" with. TFF Team Angler. What is are the general thoughts on this series? I have only owned two Avids and it's been 7 years since I moved them. WATCH RELATED: Rigging a Bubba Shot with Gary Dobyns A Missing Segment. Comments:I have several Dobyns rods in the Sierra and Fury series and wanted to take the step up into the Champions. I know it's minimal experience, but call it first impressions. 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. 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. The reason I chose them over a couple of other brands that had full cork handles was the up graded cork handles. Which reel is going on it? Never fished a similar Champion to compare, although I'd imagine the Champion would be more sensitive. I haven't fished one but I handled a few of them at Cabelas. 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. Privacy Statement. Is the Sierra 705c as light as the Champion 705c? The 735 is Med/Hvy in Pitch/Flip category. If you need a good bottom contact rod, go with the champion, otherwise stick with a fury or sierra. Privacy Statement. Your link has been automatically embedded. Please edit your content to remove the highlighted words below. Nothing is as sensitive as the NRX rods. I have the 734 and it's a great rod. There are separate rating systems in rod categories. 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. wh2004. I have a 715C that I have a jig tied onto. The Kaden Series was actually "fish tested" for several months by Dobyns customers. September 17, 2019 in Fishing Rods, Reels, Line, and Knots. if you need 2 set ups, go with the Sierra, and if you can get away with one go Champ. The 744C is a very versatile rod, despite having an extra fast tip, I have used it for swim jigs, chatterbaits, spinnerbaits, swim baits on 3/8oz jig heads, Carolina-rigs, and Tokyo rigs. Was like a lighter medium heavy for suremissed a lot of fish. Champion XP Series rods feature proprietary high modulus graphite blanks, Fuji Alconite guides, Kevlar wrapping, Fuji graphite reel seats and AA-grade Portugal cork. I am not brand loyal at all but i started with one Dobyns, now i have 14. and our A 5 power in a crank bait rod is a Med/Hvy also but in Cranking category. It doesn't matter whether you get the savvy, champion, champ XP, or the extreme. Comments: If you only want to buy one champion make it s DC 735c. Two Sierras makes more sense to me if you don't have many rods. They were very nice rods, just not exactly fast enough. FEATURES: High modulus graphite blanks Fuji Alconite guides Fuji reel seats Kevlar wrapping AbrazX FC line and it works well -but you are right that for flipping jigs with heavier hooks (i.e. I have always wondered, though, why the 734C is rated as a Heavy and the 735C is a Med-Hvy. 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 In my opinion this is the rod you are looking for. I also used it to throw the Plopper 130 and it flings that heavy lure effortlessly. 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. For a single purpose jig rod sure theres better but it isnt worlds apart from my nrx. Clear editor. Upload or insert images from URL. Hi, all. I own the 704c & the 735c, in my opinion the split grip is much more sensitive & just an all around better rod. Please edit your content to remove the highlighted words below. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account. I'd highly recommend the Champion XP! Lower end rods are going to use lower modulus material (higher resin content) which will generally feel a little spongier. Light, balanced, great feel and the perfect extra fast action. By I have no clue what the actual material make up percentages of the blank are. But if you do not have anything more powerful than the 734c for jigs, it'll definitely feel like a big upgrade. If you're tossing 1oz lures - go with a 4-power Dobyns. Cause all other components seem to be identical. Dobyns did a super job in the upgrade of the Savvy's. The Sierra's are fine rods. Comments: I picked up the 744C " Jig Special " and it's fantastic. Dobyns Champion Extreme HP Full Handle Casting Rods, Dobyns Champion Extreme HP Split Grip Casting Rods, Dobyns Champion XP Crankbait Casting Rods, Dobyns Champion XP Full Grip Casting Rods, Dobyns Champion XP Glass Crankbait Casting Rods, Dobyns Champion XP Oversize Swimbait Casting Rods, Dobyns Champion XP Split Grip Casting Rods, Copyright Tackle Warehouse. I guess you are gonna have to learn to deal with your gorilla hook sets. News:Forum updated, problems HERE if you see any! It definitely has a small amount more flex than what I would consider a fast action but I believe that keeps fish pegged on the hook better for me personally. L. Lee Finlay OP. I personally will throw those finesse jigs on my Xtasy 723c. The Dobyns is going to run you around $170 for the Sierras and $230 to $250 for the Champion XPs. That was until I tried other rods. Like I said the next rod I am going to get is going to be a SA 693SF. I think he saidit took over two years to develope a blank and final rod he was satisfied with. I am here to tell you though these rods are different in ways that i believe catch more fish FOR ME. I believe they have as much tougher build as well. WARNING:Cancer and Reproductive Harm - www.P65Warnings.ca.gov. I did save $40.00 on my Sierra rod, so every now and then you can find some good deals online. Can't wait to catch more fish on it. What rod do you recommend for the same price range as a Sierra or Champion XP? Get one spinning and one casting. I have to go to the fishing flea market next week and unload some stuff to afford some new stuff LOL. The Extreme line is great for bottom contact, due to the sensitivity, but then again, I could feel every tree branch and pebble throwing jigs and mag worms with the 744C. I have the choice between a dobyns 703 and a dobyns 704 for texas rigs. Overall very pleased with the rod so far. 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. Pasted as rich text. Id get the Sierra 705 if you are gonna use it as a frog rod. My only concern is with the 683 is that if it really fishes more like a medium, that I can't rip my jigs and spinnerbaits out of the weeds as easily as I probably could with the 684, but with the 684 I'm more or less concerned the tip isn't as soft as the 683's that when I get a bite on a topwater those treble hooks don't get ripped right outta their mouths. If I could only choose one it would be the Sierra. The ultra sensitive yet durable graphite blanks are perfectly balanced with precise actions and tapers, and the new Fuji tangle-free K-guides with Alconite inserts also offer greatly improved durability, as well as, increased casting performance. Upload or insert images from URL. I have a Sierra SA 703Cand a Fury FR 705CB,I've been happy with both of them. A 5 power in a jig rod is Mag-Hvy or some companies call it XX Heavy. Your link has been automatically embedded. Otherwise, it'd be a $200 budget for the rod. Comments:Great rods I have several dobyns! DFW. I only have Champions in rods I can't get in the Sierra series. My buddy George bought two 744 rods too after trying my rod on the lake. I personally like this since it allows me to work a bait alittle more effectively. That being on the softer less rigid side (in my opinion). For instance a 5 power Flippin Stick is Med/Hvy in Flip/Pitch category. Great write-up, I am now seriously looking into these rods. Very well made. Here is what I would do. Don't underestimate the 685CB Champion XP, that rig is awesome for jerkbaits, poppers, and 6th Sense Munch 40s, Mini X 25 and Curve Finesse Squarebills, in fact, I wouldn't hesitate to throw a Squarebill 1.5 on it or even a 2.5. @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. The Dobyns Fury In-Depth Comparison TheTackleRat 698 subscribers Subscribe 6.6K views 2 years ago This is an in-depth comparison between the Doybns Fury and the Dobyns. -Limited Lifetime Warranty with $70 replacement fee, Comments: Started off with Sierra's and jumped up to the Champion XP. Welcome jmurry600 ! Home / Rods / The Dobyns CHAMPION XP Series / Champion XP Casting / DC 703C DC 703C $ 259.99 Rated 5.00 out of 5 based on 9 customer ratings ( 9 customer reviews) Add to cart More Information Reviews (9) WARNING - CA PROP 65 Evgen if you did you will not be disappointed. $349.99 - $359.99. I prefer my Extreme 745, 784, and Braillist for that. They are surprisingly sensitive though, especially for the price. 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. Copyright 1997-2023 The Ultimate Bass Fishing Resource Guide LLC All rights reserved. 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. Hard to explain, It's like the fish and rod have an evenly balance tug of war;like the rod is fighting back. I know you can't go wrong with a Dobyns Champion. 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. First trip out with it to Clear Lake I pulled a 5 abs several 3's out of the tules with ease. They have more parabolic bend than my other MHs. You can post now and register later. Lighter jigs are fine on the rod when fishing closer to the boat. Your previous content has been restored. I have a neat way to get questions answered directly from Gary Dobyns himself. Paste as plain text instead, Home / Rods / The Dobyns SIERRA Series / Sierra Flip and Pitch / SA 766FLIP SA 766FLIP $ 189.99 Rated 5.00 out of 5 based on 4 customer ratings ( 4 customer reviews) Add to cart More Information Reviews (4) WARNING - CA PROP 65 Typically, higher end series use a higher modulus carbon material that will recover faster, feel more crisp, rigid and sensitive. Could not be happier. How does the 744c do atthrowing 1/4oz jigs? I'm glad I did, but the Sierra definitely has its place in my arsenal. This confused me too. 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. Standard flipping jigs with heavier hooks go with the Sierra series are built on the rod When closer! Rod you need to `` feel '' with to use that rod as a rod..., rewritten, or swimjig will get the Sierra 734c watch RELATED: Rigging a Shot... The two and why information, please see our it is my opinion and it 's rated 1/4-3-4 i. Id go for a weightless Senko now seriously looking into these rods are sub-par for the Sierras and i as... 705C as light as the 734 but with a Fury or Champion series, will they have. As plain text instead, call each store and see what each one has stock! Sierra series are built on the softer less rigid side ( in my opinion ) am currently to! Unload a couple of other brands Leader and i will miss that woman actions what! Wait to catch more fish on it though does n't load so well on your lighter.. ; em!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Related: Rigging a Bubba Shot with Gary Dobyns a Missing Segment i would never attempt to how... Blank just ahead of the 3 power Spinning and casting are excellent in own. Just to avoid confusion, but the Champions in rods i ca n't go with... Otherwise stick with a 735c buddy, we love & # x27 ;!. 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