My friend Kris is replacing mostof his other rods with Dobyns Fury, and they are really nice rods, but my Champs are a world above them.The Sierras are only a tick slower in action and if you never fishthe same rod in bothlines you will never no it. New to the forum, very sorry if this has been answered already but I can't seem to find a solid answer anywhere. And just because pics make every thread better here is me testing the 703 out on the river the first dayI got it (pic sucks I know). 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. 0 Members and 1 Guest are viewing this topic. The price on the Sierra is about the same as a Savvy so it makes no sense to have both. Nor may it be copied, published, rewritten, or redistributed. 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? I have found that most Dobyns rods have a very fast taper in the tip which results in more tip action versus other brands. While it's a nice rod, I'd rate it average for sensitivity. Go get it now. Weightless Wacky Rig - Zoom Finesse Trick worms or Roboworms. *Wild card is using a Sierra 734c. Either will work for what you ask about. Bad Behavior has blocked 1137 access attempts in the last 7 days. Comments: I recently purchased the 736. If you need a good bottom contact rod, go with the champion, otherwise stick with a fury or sierra. When you set the hook, they stay pinned. Display as a link instead, I wouldn't tie on a 3/8-1/2oz chatterbait on it, seems a bit too light to me. Your link has been automatically embedded. Comments: I got my first Dobyns rod a few years ago. I'm trying to decide between the Dobyns Champion XP 683 or 684 as my kind of all-around casting rod. I'd highly recommend the Champion XP! The new standard for sensitivity, strength, weight and balance - the new Dobyns Champion XP Full Grip Casting Rods feature the same winning blanks as the original Champion Series and now come equipped with premium Fuji guides. I was just going to PM you about how you like the Helios. Nothing is as sensitive as the NRX rods. Yea I will probably just go with 2 Sierras one med and other med heavy because I really only have one setup that works well I usually just use my friends rods so thank you for your help. Get one spinning and one casting. and our I prefer the Champ Extreme 744 for a Texas rig Rod using a weight heavier than 3/8, and a 745 for Jigs. MLF Angler - Dobyns Rods, Reynolds Marine, Phoenix Boats, Woo! with #15 lb. Jigs, C-rigs, and t-rigs go on Champions. Welcome jmurry600 ! Could not be happier. I would say their 3 power rod is very good at 1/4-3/8oz and good with 3/16-1/2oz. I was kindalooking for an excuse to buy a third reel anyway (I ended up getting a Daiwa Tatula CT), so hopefully I made the right choices! For more information, please see our The 735 is great for heavier wire jigs like the different no jacks from dirty jigs, although it isnt too stout of a rod to throw standard wire jigs. The 733 I throw chatterbaits,spinnerbaits, mid size keitechs, heavier wire shaky heads, t rigged senkos, even used it to vertically fish jigging raps for walleyes before. for 3/8th and 1/2 oz. Champion XP Series rods feature proprietary high modulus graphite blanks, Fuji Alconite guides, Kevlar wrapping, Fuji graphite reel seats and AA-grade Portugal cork. There is a tackle shop inOconomowoc, WI called Get Hooked Outdoors. $349.99 - $359.99 Dobyns Champion Extreme HP Split Grip Casting Rods Read This Before Posting! First impression was that this rod was light, incredibly well-balanced, and very stout. Re: Dobyn's vs Googan [Re: basenjib123] #14445099 08/10/22 05:46 PM: Joined: Jul 2010. Your previous content has been restored. Pasted as rich text. 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. I've got a fury medon my spinning outfit. 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. I bought two more 744 rods this year with the sales. Scan this QR code to download the app now. This may come off as a dumb questions considering all the rods are from the same company, but are the Dobyns rods and actions the same across all series? My champion 702sf also feels more sensitive than the Fury. I have both a 733c and a 735c. Which reel is going on it? I am currently trying to unload a couple folding knives to fund new rods. A 5 power in a jig rod is Mag-Hvy or some companies call it XX Heavy. In my opinion the jump to the Sierra is bigger than the St Croix rods. It's great for a 3.8 also. How does the 744c do atthrowing 1/4oz jigs? 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. It is way cool to hear from the master wizard himself. I am a big fan of how the avid x feels. The Sierras are used more for senkos and moving baits, Champions are used for bottom comtact or what they were built for as in the cranking series. 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. Some reports of Dobyns and QC issues, at least that is what I recall reading pre-doomsday on TT. If I get the champion I can only get one rod. *Wildcard set up* : Try using the Sierra 734c. 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. The difference between each of these 5 powers is a LOT!! If you are considering an Avid X then you are looking at paying roughly $200 depending on the rod. Where the Champion is better for bottom contact baits. Upload or insert images from URL. There are over 60 models to choose from and includes every technique specific model you could want! This is critical. AbrazX FC line and it works well -but you are right that for flipping jigs with heavier hooks (i.e. I would call to see if they have any Dobyns in stock. I do use the 705 sometimes but it is not my go to frog rod thats for sure. It's an exceptional frog rod too. Hey guys I own the Champion DC 705C and I bought it for frog duty. of your choice . Fish them side by side and it's not hard discern that. They were so good I tried the Sierra series, I loved it! I own a few of both the 684C & 734C. Dobyns Champion Extreme HP Split Grip Casting Rods. Gary Dobyns wrote: The 766 Flip is my personal Flipping rod choice. Typically, higher end series use a higher modulus carbon material that will recover faster, feel more crisp, rigid and sensitive. W. wh2004. The Colt and Fury rods are sub-par for the price. The handle, taper, the way all the rods load up, the cork, the keeper, the guides, the look & the quality is all absolutely perfect. In your hand it will feel super light thanks to good blanks, no over powering fancy finishes that deaden the rod and good quality components. 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. I'm throwing finesse tactics in this shallow muddy pond 8/10 times. I purchased 2 Sierra rods for my grandson. One is in Oshkosh and the other in Appleton. I use dobyns rods and so does my good fishing buddy, we love'em!!! The Kaden Series was actually "fish tested" for several months by Dobyns customers. Privacy Statement. I've come across a lot of forums that say the power on Dobyns rods are actually one step less than they're advertised. I have the 734 and it's a great rod. I use the shorter Sierra's when I am fishing in the Cypress tree's & the longer Champion in the grass & on the flats fishing Senko's. I like my Furys for what they are, entry level if I did it all over again. Unfortunately, your content contains terms that we do not allow. These rods are extremely balanced, which makes them feel lighter than they actually are. We have far better choices for these techniques. You cannot paste images directly. 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 I plan on getting a few more. I fished them for 10 or 12 days before selling them, I just did not like them they fished to light. Dobyns Champion XP 683 or 684 for all around casting rod? By Thanks for the input, everyone! Lower end rods are going to use lower modulus material (higher resin content) which will generally feel a little spongier. The new Dobyns Champion Spinning Rods feature the same winning blanks as the original Champion Series and now come equipped with premium Fuji guides. Best of all my dealer decided to surprise me with a super deal on a brand new Champ 705 instead, so I could not resist. It also makes a great rod for throwing heavier jigs in deeper water. Id get the Sierra 705 if you are gonna use it as a frog rod. For instance a 5 power Flippin Stick is Med/Hvy in Flip/Pitch category. Page created in 0.416 seconds with 32 queries. Call each store and see what each one has in stock. I don't have a lot of rod experiences but I am really liking this rod. They are very well made. Unfortunately, your content contains terms that we do not allow. braid mainline on a bait cast reel . Pasted as rich text. The Fury MH fishes like a M to me. I really like my Sierra rods, but I'm looking for a good TX rig rod. Read This Before Posting! What a difference in weight. 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. If I could only choose one it would be the Sierra. Looks like my lineup is now mostly Dobyns. Rod was helpful in making precise pitches. March 10, 2020 in Fishing Rods, Reels, Line, and Knots. Have some Avids for spinning, but no Dobyns so can't really compare. Thank you! Hooksets are effortless on the frog when using this rod, and then you have a TON of power to drag the bass over to you. 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. The Sierra series is slightly slower than the Champion and Fury but sensitivity is very very good. If dobyns only sold 5 rods this would be on the list. They will be 703sf. They then added the Sierra ($159 and up) and then added the Fury ($109 and up) to fill in some gaps and expand their audience. I am a huge fan of the original line of Avid rods (don't care for the X due to not liking micro guides) and having owned an Avid for a while (7 foot medium power fast action) I will say the Dobyns is slightly more sensitive in my hands. With my Helios shattering on hookset, I am now considering other options for frog rod (I do plan on reaching out to their warranty department tomorrow, but the rod doesn't give me the warm and fuzzies anymore). He was being hounded for a rod series below$250 and that became the Savvy's. Posts: 473. Powerful and good hook up ratio! The Dobyns is going to run you around $170 for the Sierras and $230 to $250 for the Champion XPs. I have a 733 Fury that I only occasionally use for lighter moving baits, not enough backbone to drive a non-exposed hook. Quote kayaking_kev Members 856 Location Ohio My PB: Between 4-5 lbs Fury rods are more economical, and you still get a great feel, plenty of power and a great rod! But the Dobyns 734 is well touted. Please edit your content to remove the highlighted words below. 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. On the water this thing did not disappoint. They were a 6'8" M/H & a heavy. Very well made. This confused me too. I just got a Fury 703C. with braid main line . Comments: The 744 has become my favorite rod in the boat during 2021. The Sierra Series are built on the spine, are balanced and offer an exceptional quality at an affordable price! On 3/11/2020 at 9:25 PM, Columbia Craw said: On 3/11/2020 at 1:32 AM, bunz559 said: On 4/4/2020 at 8:59 AM, Bassjam2000 said: On 3/11/2020 at 9:24 AM, pauldconyers said: Unfortunately, your content contains terms that we do not allow. I needed a jig and worm rod, so I got a 744C. Dobyns Rods Sierra Trout & Panfish Series Spinning Rods Ultralight Rods. In the Champion line I agree with you on your assessment of the 734C and the 735C. Free shipping. You need the 684. You would want a 735C for a jig rod, not a 734C. Delivering top-of-the-line performance like only Dobyns Rods can, no expense was spared with the . I use it primarily as a spinnerbait rod. Comments:Great rods I have several dobyns! Home / The Dobyns Champion XP Series The new standard for sensitivity, strength, weight and balance and now featuring Fuji Guides! I've often thought about making it a Mag-Hvy just to avoid confusion, but it fits into the Pitch/Flip category perfectly. It's a power house rod. If you're looking for sensitivity for something like a bottom contact rod, I'd recommend the Sierra or Champ, whichever you can afford. I did save $40.00 on my Sierra rod, so every now and then you can find some good deals online. Bad shoulders lead me to look for a better option to reduce fatigue. Half ounce and 3/4 oz jigs can be fished close and far. Not because i thought Dobyns was superior i just wanted something different. Seems more soft and less rigid for a medium heavy fast than I am used to. 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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 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. Comments: I picked up the 744C " Jig Special " and it's fantastic. Did not think about bank fishing. I don't have anywhere near me that I can go hold the rods. He liked the Savvy standard guide rods a lot. Posts: 473. larrymarketfishing Like my other Dobyns rods a lot. I know it's minimal experience, but call it first impressions. They are surprisingly sensitive though, especially for the price. 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 Copyright 1997-2023 The Ultimate Bass Fishing Resource Guide LLC All rights reserved. This is not my best explanation and maybe one of you guys can explain it better. They were a little long for him so he did not like them. Cause all other components seem to be identical. I'd spend more money if you're looking for a rod you need to "feel" with. 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. Depends on how many other rods you have, OP. It's becoming my favorite and for good cause. I just got a 733C F/H and I am very very impressed with the rod. I guess you are gonna have to learn to deal with your gorilla hook sets. In fairness, they were casting and not spinning. Most power tactics don't work here since it's so pressured. The Dobyns Sierra Series rods feature high modulus graphite blanks, Fuji Alconite guides, Fuji reel seats, Kevlar wrapping and Portugal AA-cork. Debating between st. croix avid or avid x line and dobyns fury, sierra, and savvy? Start with the single best you can afford. 2022 Dobyns Rods Co., Inc. All rights reserved. I like my rods on the slower side of fast so that is welcoming. Just IMHO. You cannot paste images directly. It all depends on what you are looking to do with the rod. No doubt the Sierra is a quality rod. Otherwise there are two locations listed for a tackle dealer called The Reel Shot in Wisconsin. I would never attempt to address how and leave that up to Gary, it's his company. Paste as plain text instead, I've read it twice and am more confused then before I read it LOL. By The Fury line was another answer to a LOUD roar from dealers and customers for a rod below the highly competitive $150 mark. Your link has been automatically embedded. I see very little in my hand difference. It's all relative Dobyns just has so many great options, but the Champion XP line up gets my vote! If I had not found the deal on a refurbed Champion DC 705 Iwould have purchased a Sierra 705C. 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What rod do you recommend for the same price range as a Sierra or Champion XP? When fishing is more than just a hobby, pick up a new Dobyns Champion XP Full Grip Casting Rod. My uses A senko, swimbait, or swimjig will get the Sierra nod. Balance is great. A Sierra 734C. @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. Paste as plain text instead, I use 683 for jerkbaits, flukes, senkos, shakyhead, small traps, etc. I mostly fish a small pond from the shore close by my house that's shallow (2ft - 3ft in most places) and muddy. My buddy George bought two 744 rods too after trying my rod on the lake. The 3 is great for finesse jigs up to standardwire jigs, mostly throw 1/4 and 3/8 on it. Equipped with premium lightweight Fuji reel seats as well, each rod also now features high quality AA cork full grip handles for all day comfort. Your previous content has been restored. Thanks, everyone! Champ series is more in line with other rods I've fished. Weatherford, TX. FEATURES: 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. Really this is a good utility rod, although I still think the Sierra is more versatile due to its more moderate action. These rods are freakin good in all aspects, not amazing, not the best but good everywhere. I bought to skip under docks but I tried fishing other methods. SA 766FLIP - Dobyns Rods When Fishing is More Than Just a Hobby! I'm hooked, Exclusive offers sent right to your inbox. Can't say for sure I've never held one. Also, the guides were straight, which is something I always check for and have had issues with from other makers. 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). The Sierra series is slightlyslower thanthe Champion and Fury but sensitivity is very very good. My wife says she is gonna leave me if I go fishing one more time..lord how I will miss that woman. By swapping bait cast reels between FC , braid or even mono main lines can add versatility to the Sierra 734c. I have been considering a Kistler, Dobyns, and other brands. I wouldn't personally throw much higher though. It doesn't matter whether you get the savvy, champion, champ XP, or the extreme. Your previous content has been restored. That is pretty much what I am going to use it for tubes, grubs, and small paddletails. I just looked up an old TW order where it had a 734 Champion XP Heavy as the description. They fished slow to me. The weight on the 733sf is 4.84 oz, and the 733c is 4.92 oz. Weightless Texas Rig - Zoom Finesse Trick Worms or Swampcrawlers. Dobyns rates their rods from 1 to 6 1= Light 2= Medium Light 3 = Medium 4= Medium Heavy 5= Heavy 6 = Extra Heavy, The tip is probably what you are sensing as less rigid . You can always add more later. That being on the softer less rigid side (in my opinion). Privacy Statement. It's rated 1/4-3-4, I went up to 1/2oz lures and it did well. The reason I chose them over a couple of other brands that had full cork handles was the up graded cork handles. & 1/2 oz. I have both Sierra and Champion rods. I'm not sure you're getting that much more for the price difference. What is are the general thoughts on this series? I think I've made the right choice here! I use the Sierra 734c. DC 735C SH - Dobyns Rods When Fishing is More Than Just a Hobby! Here is what I would do. I need a tough rod. I just want to get rid of all my other rods this second and get more dobyns! Dobyns Sierra vs. Just pulled the trigger on a Champion 705c, got a pretty good price on it, couldn't pass it up. Some guys are careful with their rods, i am not. PatrickKnight $250.28 to $280.28. Also how do these compare to the Avid line of rods? How would you say the 703 Sierra compares to the 703 Fury? One other thing that played a role for me was the fact Dobyns is less expensive on the replacement cost and since I can do stupid things from time to time this is a nice thing. Very happy with the rod. They have more parabolic bend than my other MHs. Angler. This is critical. Your previous content has been restored. News:Forum updated, problems HERE if you see any! I really enjoy throwing lighter scroungers on it too. September 17, 2019 in Fishing Rods, Reels, Line, and Knots. If you go the Champ route you will be very pleased. I do own several Champions however and they are awesome!! I think Jody's number scale is pretty accurate, but its not what resellers like Tackle Warehouse display. DFW. 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. Comments:I have several Dobyns rods in the Sierra and Fury series and wanted to take the step up into the Champions. My budget is about $300 for the combo if I buy a new reel. If you feel a 1/2 ounce will become a frequent player, the 744C would be a better choice. I would not use for frog rod or jig rod. L. Joined: Feb 2017. I'm a rod junkie. 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. Actual sales may not have occurred at this price. I have the choice between a dobyns 703 and a dobyns 704 for texas rigs. My next rod will be the exact 703SF you are considering. SPONSORED. There are many great rods out there, but if you want a solid brand that excels in even the starter rod price point Dobyns is the way to go. One note of caution: if you are using this for frogging, it doesn't load so well on your lighter frogs. Comments:I am in the process of switching all my rods to Dobyns. I traded it up to an Extreme but still have two Champion 703SF's and they are matched with Saros 3000 reels. Can't help much with the original question, but I use a Sierra 704c for 1/4-3/8 jigs. I love it for swim jigs and chatter baits as well. Dobyns, Daiwa, LSCR, Nutech, Keitech, Yamamoto. I have had almost all of the Dobyns Fury, Sierras and a lot of the Champions in my hands. Read This Before Posting! Your link has been automatically embedded. Man I love that these are slightly slower rods! I have a 715C that I have a jig tied onto. Great write-up, I am now seriously looking into these rods. Comments:Dobyns are great rods, they have anything model you could ask for. Reddit and its partners use cookies and similar technologies to provide you with a better experience. What would you guys say are the best benefits to a dobyn vs st. 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. Light, balanced, great feel and the perfect extra fast action. $339.99 - $359.99. $170.28 to $180.28. He has said he will leave the Savvy Micro rods alone because the customers that want it are still buying it. By 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. I own the 704c & the 735c, in my opinion the split grip is much more sensitive & just an all around better rod. If it was me Id go for a champion xp over the Sierra for frogging. HA. But if you do not have anything more powerful than the 734c for jigs, it'll definitely feel like a big upgrade. I originally bought it for only jigs. Both of the 3 power spinning and casting are excellent for a weightless Senko. It has enough tip for pitching smaller baits but has plenty of power for any type of punching. I got a 734 FH and it is my favorite rod, definitely plan on getting more! FEATURES: High modulus graphite blanks Fuji Alconite guides Fuji reel seats Kevlar wrapping I would probably gone with Tatula or Sierra Rods. If you're tossing 1oz lures - go with a 4-power Dobyns. A 5 power in a crank bait rod is a Med/Hvy also but in Cranking category. The feedback has been exceptional and Dobyns is happy to introduce a new series of rods. Dobyns Rods Champion XP Series Spinning Rods 1-Piece Tournament Bass Fishing Rod. That being on the softer less rigid side (in my opinion). Fishing heavy cover with frogs, go to at least the 735. 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 also fish primarily on small river systems on my kayak up here in MN,so I wanted to stick with a slightly shorter rod so I can cast a little moreaccurately in tight spaces. I remember when my 734 was the most powerful rod I had other than my punch rod and it was fantastic as a jig rod. The balance point was just ahead of the blank just ahead of the threaded part of the handle. I don't throw really big rip baits so these two models work really well. I intend to have a chatter bait, 2.5 square bill and a jig on every time I go out post spawn. Thank you for the responses, since this post I have acquired a megabass perfect pitch for jig fishing. 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