NRX 901 SJR question

[Rodster14]

I am currently using an Expride 6’10 ML as my “do it all” finesse rod. I don’t fish the drop shot or Ned rig much any more. I more often than not have a 1/8 ounce Coolbaits underspin or 1/16 Okishira head w/Spark Shad tied on. I want one rod for all the light stuff. Would the 901 be the best rod to throw the swimbaits, spybaits, little tubes, finesse jerk baits, drop shot and Ned’s?

[Craiger12]

I'll get this out of the way since I'm sure it's coming...you should take a look at the Steez 7'6" M/ML "The One". I did actually just pick this rod up after reading all the glowing reviews and I fished it yesterday for the first time. I only threw a 1/4oz Keitech finesse football head with a TRD CrawZ trailer, but I think I'm going to love this rod for anything finesse oriented. I have never fished or even held the NRX 901 SJR so I will let others comment in more detail, but my understanding is that it will have a much more parabolic action than the Steez.

[Rodster14]

I’ve actually owned the 7’6 MML Steez. I’m probably just biased towards Loomis, but the Steez was a little underwhelming given all the hype.

[reason162]

I’ve actually owned the 7’6 MML Steez. I’m probably just biased towards Loomis, but the Steez was a little underwhelming given all the hype.

Curious if you had the prev gen 76MML or the new compile X version?

[Rodster14]

I have the second generation one. The one with the red handle. My main spinning rod is a Nrx +852s. I used “The One” for all of the lighter stuff. If I were only going to carry one spinning rod, I probably would’ve liked it better. I didn’t love it for just the light stuff.

[Drakestar]

I am currently using an Expride 6’10 ML as my “do it all” finesse rod. I don’t fish the drop shot or Ned rig much any more. I more often than not have a 1/8 ounce Coolbaits underspin or 1/16 Okishira head w/Spark Shad tied on. I want one rod for all the light stuff. Would the 901 be the best rod to throw the swimbaits, spybaits, little tubes, finesse jerk baits, drop shot and Ned’s?

Not a vote against the 901(haven't fished it). I'd consider a Phenix K2 713 for all of those tiny baits if you don't mind a shorter option. It's fast enough to do thin-wire hook bottom contact (and has tons of sensitivity) but moderate enough to feather a strike on a moving bait or to keep fish pinned on small-jerkbait-trebles.

I DO like both 761MML rods for the techniques, as well (the blue one a bit better than the red one). But I understand that's not an option

[Rodster14]

Anyone with experience with the 901? That is the only rod I am really considering.

[Thunderblack1984]

I have the steez and have had the 901S and the Steez side by side. The 901S has a whippy action to it. Very parabolic and for light baits would be nice. I personally didn't think drop shot for it but light cranks, hair jigs, spybaits I think it would be nice. If I went 7-6 with a Loomis it would be the 902S. The 901 is a nice rod but almost had that trout rod feel to it. At least to me.

[TravisNY]

1/8 plus a spark shad is too much for the 901. The 902 would be a better choice (the ratings are a bit high on it). I’ve fished both a ton for smallmouth.

[Rodster14]

I went ahead and ordered one at a deal based primarily on how much Matt and Tim from Tactical Bassin rave about this rod. I know they are Shimano fans, but I’ve never heard them talk about the 902. I guess I’ll try it for myself and see. I’ve been wanting to throw some hair jigs anyway. Based on the comments, I could have made a mistake.

[johnmyers]

I have a 901s and use for Ned rigs, smaller blade baits and works really well for small Shad Raps and smaller spybaits.

[BRONZEBACK32]

Ned rigs, hair jigs, spybaits, its probably my favorite spinning rod.

I use it for drop shotting more then anything and its amazing, I can feel it all.