Thanks for all the input and feedback, which really played into my decision. Placed an order for the 7’ Helium LMH-F earlier today. Congrats and enjoy, it’s a really awesome stick. I predict it won’t be your last Helium 3. Thanks. I’m learning different techniques and lures. At some point, I may ha...

Length: 7’ (or longer if you don’t feel it’s too unwieldy). Good casting distance and leverage when fighting fish. Medium heavy Action: mod fast or fast. Slower action helps to keep the fish pinned and helps keep them from spitting the jig. Fast action give you more control in steering the fish (hel...

Thanks for all the input and feedback, which really played into my decision. Placed an order for the 7’ Helium LMH-F earlier today. Oh,...I thought you were getting a 6-6. Hell if I’d known you were getting a 7’ I would have said the MH-XF all the way...just kidding :D I think they have a 30 return...

Some of it has to do with a choice that US companies make by manufacturing overseas to reduce cost and increase profits. I understand when it comes to lower priced rods where the margins are smaller. But take the new Dobyns Xtasy as an example. Charge $549 and it’s made in China or Korea??

I've read about these for years and finally got some to try out. I also purchased Kietech tungsten jig heads with a 3/0 hook to rig them. For those who use them, what's your favorite way to rig them? What's your favorite way to work them? In super shallow water (<8’) on days with little/no wind, Te...

5” senko
Yamamoto Kreature bait (with zoom baby brush hog as an effective, more durable, and economical substitute)
4” Keitech Swing Impact

I have a 7’ Avid X MF spinning rod. Very light (4.1 oz on my scale) and very sensitive. The first few times out, I was settting the hook way too early and lost a bunch of fish (and that was with 8lb mono). Now I’m using 15lb braid, and the sensitivity and power is even greater. The only downside is ...

Thanks for all the input and feedback, which really played into my decision. Placed an order for the 7’ Helium LMH-F earlier today.

Really appreciate all the input. Forgot to mention, I’m primarily a bank fisherman, will at most carry 2 rods with me, and the areas that I usually fish are open water, rocky bottoms, and some ponds with light vegetation. When it comes to jigs, I’m usually throwing 1/4 oz + paca trailer or super chu...

Thanks for the feedback. Good point about the LTB. I love St Croix rod rods (have an Avid and triumph), but their power ratings (M and MH) don’t seem to be ideal for my intended techniques with this rod. Will be throwing 5 senkos a lot more than 1/2 oz jig

Hi There, Looking for some opinions on these 3 rods. Would like a baitcasting rod primarily for jigs (1/4 to 1/2 oz), weightless 5 senkos, and weighted creature baits (baby brush hog with 1/8-1/4 oz bullet weight). Secondary uses: 3/8oz chatterbaits and spinnerbaits. All weights quoted do not includ...