Spinning rod conundrum!

[DWG1984]

Alright fellas, I need a little help here. During a tournament yesterday my partner stepped on a couple of my rods and broke them I chalked it up to stuff happens. Unfortunately, I'm down two Dobyns rods. I'm going to use the hassle free option on the Champion 684C, I love that rod. On the other hand I'm not sure if its worth it to replace the Savvy 703SF.

Are there other rods in the 100-150 range that you guys think are better options(more sensitive, lighter, better balanced..ect)?
The savvy is fine, but I would rather put the 80$ it would cost to replace it on something with more value. I'll be mainly using the rod for shakey heads and light t-rigs.

Thanks for the help in advance

[adam lancia]

Why don't you look for a Tatula or Zodias? They're both supposed to be light, powerful and sensitive; perfect for what you're looking to do with it.

[cortman]

My favorite spinning rod by far is a Powell Max 3D. Very sensitive, excellent balance, and the fit and finish is great. I got mine for $100 during TW's 25 days sale.

[big_gee]

I agree with Adam the Tatula is a good rod but I am switching my stuff over to the Cronos. The 7'3"M would be perfect for your needs. I use it for the same techniques and I'm liking it more then my Tats. They are very light and more sensitive then I thought the were going to be.

Unfortunately stuff does happen. Sorry to hear.

[DWG1984]

Thanks for the advice guys. I think I'm going to go with the cronos. Based, on everything I've been hearing its the real deal.

[big_gee]

You won't go wrong. I just ordered two more.

I'm extremely happy with them.

[Abu Daimano]

Chronos or Zodias seem to be the way to go at that price point. Haven't heard a ton about the Chronos, but the Zodias series seem to be winners

[BigAl23]

How about St Croix Avid, Premier or even the Eyecon? I recently bought an Eyecon for bass fishing even though it is a "walleye" rod. St Croix rep told me it's the same blank as a Premier, just with a full cork handle.

[adam lancia]

I agree with Adam the Tatula is a good rod but I am switching my stuff over to the Cronos. The 7'3"M would be perfect for your needs. I use it for the same techniques and I'm liking it more then my Tats. They are very light and more sensitive then I thought the were going to be.

Unfortunately stuff does happen. Sorry to hear.

Do you find the 7'3"M to be too stiff for shakey heads? Most of my shakey heads are 1/4 oz or lighter so I'd be worried about the tip being too stiff and potentially bending out the lighter wire hooks I tend to use.

[fishingcreekoutdoors]

zodias or crucial all day

[egore1]

One of the most versatile spinning rods I've fished with is St Croix's 68mxf blank. I own an Avid level model and it can cover many applications very nicely. Tubes, Senko, Shaky Head, basically anything except dropshot works well with this rod. I have moved to more specific rods for applications via NRX and other rods but they are way out of your listed price range. I give a nod to this rod for sure, lotsa versatility and its well built.