That is pretty much what I am going to use it for tubes, grubs, and small paddletails. 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. I think Jody's number scale is pretty accurate, but its not what resellers like Tackle Warehouse display. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account. First trip out with it to Clear Lake I pulled a 5 abs several 3's out of the tules with ease. Ilike the balance and sensitivity of the Dobyns. Get one spinning and one casting. It is worth every penny! MLF Angler - Dobyns Rods, Reynolds Marine, Phoenix Boats, Woo! By March 10, 2020 in Fishing Rods, Reels, Line, and Knots. Very well made. Unfortunately, your content contains terms that we do not allow. Definitely wouldnt throw a finesse jig on it though. of your choice . I have both a 733c and a 735c. with #15 lb. I am not brand loyal at all but i started with one Dobyns, now i have 14. So I own both champions (744c jig special, 763s) and sierra's (2x 733) in different applications. I dont have champions but I do have multiple sierras and they are incredible for the price. Home / The Dobyns Champion XP Series The new standard for sensitivity, strength, weight and balance and now featuring Fuji Guides! We have far better choices for these techniques. . Always been a loomis guy but slowly switch to all dobyns and diawas!From: Blake: berea, KY 8/3/20. I feel the tip is slightly too soft and slow for me. The Colt and Fury rods are sub-par for the price. I am a big fan of how the avid x feels. Dobyns Rods Sierra Trout & Panfish Series Spinning Rods Ultralight Rods. Balance is great. I have only owned two Avids and it's been 7 years since I moved them. I have the choice between a dobyns 703 and a dobyns 704 for texas rigs. Clear editor. I keep . They are surprisingly sensitive though, especially for the price. Also how do these compare to the Avid line of rods? 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. Looks like my lineup is now mostly Dobyns. Comments:I have several Dobyns rods in the Sierra and Fury series and wanted to take the step up into the Champions. 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. I like my Furys for what they are, entry level if I did it all over again. By Really this is a good utility rod, although I still think the Sierra is more versatile due to its more moderate action. For all of you Dobyns haters.. #13671849 08/18/20 04:36 AM: Joined: Feb 2017. First impression was that this rod was light, incredibly well-balanced, and very stout. PatrickKnight If you are considering an Avid X then you are looking at paying roughly $200 depending on the rod. FEATURES: High modulus graphite blanks Fuji Alconite guides Fuji reel seats Kevlar wrapping 2022 Dobyns Rods Co., Inc. All rights reserved. It's rated 1/4-3-4, I went up to 1/2oz lures and it did well. You mentioned the Savvy series. I have the 734 and it's a great rod. 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. SPONSORED. Actual sales may not have occurred at this price. How these "experts" know this boggles my mind. I have no clue what the actual material make up percentages of the blank are. Nor may it be copied, published, rewritten, or redistributed. The new Dobyns Champion Spinning Rods feature the same winning blanks as the original Champion Series and now come equipped with premium Fuji guides. Bad Behavior has blocked 1137 access attempts in the last 7 days. What rod do you recommend for the same price range as a Sierra or Champion XP? Also, the guides were straight, which is something I always check for and have had issues with from other makers. I've got a fury medon my spinning outfit. They will be 703sf. If your willing to go a couple inches longer the 610-4 will be a good fit andhas a little more tip action than the 684. Copyright 1997-2023 The Ultimate Bass Fishing Resource Guide LLC All rights reserved. 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. You can post now and register later. HA. Copyright 1997-2023 The Ultimate Bass Fishing Resource Guide LLC All rights reserved. The Sierra series is slightlyslower thanthe Champion and Fury but sensitivity is very very good. I only have Champions in rods I can't get in the Sierra series. It all depends on what you are looking to do with the rod. I need a tough rod. It's great for a 3.8 also. Weightless Texas Rig - Zoom Finesse Trick Worms or Swampcrawlers. Display as a link instead, If I get the Sierra I can get 2 rods but the second will be around 50 dollars and if I get the fury I can get 2 rods and the second one will be about the same price. If I could only choose one it would be the Sierra. If you go the Champ route you will be very pleased. I feel the dobyns 3 is closer to a medium than a MH in the fury line. Please edit your content to remove the highlighted words below. Delivering top-of-the-line performance like only Dobyns Rods can, no expense was spared with the . SPONSORED. They were so good I tried the Sierra series, I loved it! I use the Sierra 734c. I use the champion Xtreme series but my buddy has a couple fury's and I've used those as well and I think the Xtreme series is equally comparable to a gloomis. I have both Sierra and Champion rods. When fishing is more than just a hobby, pick up a new Dobyns Champion XP Full Grip Casting Rod. 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. Page created in 0.741 seconds with 32 queries. I mostly fish a small pond from the shore close by my house that's shallow (2ft - 3ft in most places) and muddy. Like my other Dobyns rods a lot. I own 49 rods & am in the process of switching to nothing but Dobyns. $349.99 - $359.99. Comments: I picked up the 744C " Jig Special " and it's fantastic. I've often thought about making it a Mag-Hvy just to avoid confusion, but it fits into the Pitch/Flip category perfectly. Your previous content has been restored. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account. Since mine is a Fury I mostly use mine for jerkbaits and other reaction type baits because I like something more sensitive for jigs, but I would probably throw a finesse jig on the Champion 703. We're always happy to talk fishing rods. You need the 684. Most power tactics don't work here since it's so pressured. 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. Your link has been automatically embedded. I see it rating starts right at 1/4oz,I mostly throw 1/4 and 3/8 finesse, pitching and swimjigs. L. Lee Finlay OP. 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. I did save $40.00 on my Sierra rod, so every now and then you can find some good deals online. Please edit your content to remove the highlighted words below. I had such good success with it I sent Dobyns Rods an e-mail telling them about it. As others said, I wouldn't throw a 1/2oz jig on a Dobyns 3 power, and unless it's a finesse 3/8oz jig I would still prefer the 4 power. News:Forum updated, problems HERE if you see any! 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). Comments:Dobyns rods are hands down the best rods I've come across. Have some Avids for spinning, but no Dobyns so can't really compare. 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). I'm just a fully satisfied Dobyns customer. Both are excellent in their own right but the Champions are a step above. The balance point was just ahead of the blank just ahead of the threaded part of the handle. Paste as plain text instead, If it's worth the money or not is up to you, but I layout all. WARNING:Cancer and Reproductive Harm - www.P65Warnings.ca.gov. Privacy Statement. Upload or insert images from URL. I was wondering if I should get the fury, Sierra or champion xp. I plan on getting a few more. Where the Champion is better for bottom contact baits. This is critical. 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. You can post now and register later. @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. I have had almost all of the Dobyns Fury, Sierras and a lot of the Champions in my hands. 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. 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. I have a 1oz Chug'n Spook and a 110 Plopper that both weigh 1oz, so I was curious for you guys that are seasoned Dobyns owners if the 683 would handle these slightly heavier lures just fine (the 683 has a lure weight of 1/4oz-3/4oz), or if I should move up to a 684 (1/4oz-1oz). The Sierra Series are built on the spine, are balanced and offer an exceptional quality at an affordable price! 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 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. My buddy George bought two 744 rods too after trying my rod on the lake. If I had not found the deal on a refurbed Champion DC 705 Iwould have purchased a Sierra 705C. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account. FEATURES: I would say their 3 power rod is very good at 1/4-3/8oz and good with 3/16-1/2oz. This is critical. Very light and powerful. Otherwise, it'd be a $200 budget for the rod. Your link has been automatically embedded. February 18, 2017 in Fishing Rods, Reels, Line, and Knots. 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'm a rod junkie. Two Sierras makes more sense to me if you don't have many rods. Privacy Statement. Champion XP Series rods are light, strong, sensitive and perfectly balanced. I have found that most Dobyns rods have a very fast taper in the tip which results in more tip action versus other brands. I know you can't go wrong with a Dobyns Champion. I have been considering a Kistler, Dobyns, and other brands. Fury rods are more economical, and you still get a great feel, plenty of power and a great rod! My uses A senko, swimbait, or swimjig will get the Sierra nod. both champion series. I believe they have as much tougher build as well. This material may not be posted on another website. Upload or insert images from URL. DFW. I'll be using Braid to Leader and I will be tying an Alberto knot for the connection. Very lightweight, sensitive, and balanced. WATCH RELATED: Rigging a Bubba Shot with Gary Dobyns A Missing Segment. It pretty much breaks down like this: Swim Baits , Flippin, Cranking or CB, and everything else. If I get the champion I can only get one rod. For a single purpose jig rod sure theres better but it isnt worlds apart from my nrx. It's all relative Dobyns just has so many great options, but the Champion XP line up gets my vote! 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. L. Joined: Feb 2017. It's a power house rod. Privacy Statement. Gary Dobyns wrote: The 766 Flip is my personal Flipping rod choice. 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? Cookie Notice I would not use for frog rod or jig rod. I don't have anywhere nearby that I can visit and try these rods. If you feel a 1/2 ounce will become a frequent player, the 744C would be a better choice. I've got a Fury 734c, 702sf, 704c, Champion 702sf, 683sf and Sierra 703c, 734c. 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). 0 Members and 1 Guest are viewing this topic. $349.99 - $359.99 Dobyns Champion Extreme HP Split Grip Casting Rods I originally bought it for only jigs. When you set the hook, they stay pinned. I have a neat way to get questions answered directly from Gary Dobyns himself. If you had one in your hand you will see the precise way the guides are on the correct side of the spine, the guides are perfectly in line, andthe attention to detail in the rods finish is top notch. You can post now and register later. Cause all other components seem to be identical. My champion 702sf also feels more sensitive than the Fury. I traded it up to an Extreme but still have two Champion 703SF's and they are matched with Saros 3000 reels. Like the guy above said. I would probably gone with Tatula or Sierra Rods. 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. The Dobyns is going to run you around $170 for the Sierras and $230 to $250 for the Champion XPs. The tip on the 4 power at least in the Sierra and Fury line is a little stiffer and on the 3 power is a little slower so you can fish treble hooks as well as weightless soft plastics on that. Quote PatrickKnight Members 598 Location Southwest Ohio My PB: Between 5-6 lbs Favorite Bass: Smallmouth Favorite Lake or River Great Miami River Author *Wild card is using a Sierra 734c. Bass Rutten 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 Posts: 473. In the Champion line I agree with you on your assessment of the 734C and the 735C. I own a few of both the 684C & 734C. Upload or insert images from URL. It was the Fury 734C all purpose, then I got a frog rod 735C. Typical Finesse Tactics (1/10oz - 1/4 oz), Weightless Texas Rig - Zoom Finesse Trick Worms or Swampcrawlers, Weightless Wacky Rig - Zoom Finesse Trick worms or Roboworms, 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, Dobyns Sierra 683CF Casting Rod with Pflueger President XT Baitcaster w/ 20 lb braid 8 lb leader- Weightless Texas Rigs(Flukes and worms), Daiwa AIRD-X 6'6" ML F Spinning Rod with Daiwa BG 2500 w/ 20 lb braid 6 lb leader- Current Finesse Setup, Daiwa Presso 6' UL F Spinning Rod with Pflueger President 20 w/ 4 lb mono - Panfish Setup, H2O XPress 7' Medium Spinning Rod with Okuma Epixor XT 30 w/ 8 lb Hybrid - Buddy Setup if I take anyone else fishing. The M/H fished closer to a medium & the heavy closer to a M/H. I am here to tell you though these rods are different in ways that i believe catch more fish FOR ME. I wouldn't personally throw much higher though. 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. Thank you for the responses, since this post I have acquired a megabass perfect pitch for jig fishing. The Sierra rod are a touch slower graphite then the Champions but almost as sensitive. I have a few Sierras and I feel as if their MH is actually a Medium in other rods. 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. I asked about them at the classic and was told they are all gone. I am on other Dobyns rod pages and there has been speculation on the Sierra and XP's are basically thr same rod with different cosmetics. 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 DFW. Is the Sierra 705c as light as the Champion 705c? rod . AbrazX FC line and it works well -but you are right that for flipping jigs with heavier hooks (i.e. & 1/2 oz.) 0 Members and 1 Guest are viewing this topic. Well that is my opinion and it is worth exactly what you paid for it. It is way cool to hear from the master wizard himself. The difference between each of these 5 powers is a LOT!! Paired with a SMOKE S3, 20 lb braid, and 12 lb Berkley Pro leader, the rod telegraphs every vibration and tap. $170.28 to $180.28. By The Champion Series will always be the backbone of the company. When I tried to order the champion from dobyns, they told me that the discount does not apply to reconditioned/trade ins and you have to pay a shipping price of 25$ per rod, instead of getting their standard free shipping over 75$. Great write-up, I am now seriously looking into these rods. Not because i thought Dobyns was superior i just wanted something different. Half ounce and 3/4 oz jigs can be fished close and far. For more information, please see our Copyright 1997-2023 The Ultimate Bass Fishing Resource Guide LLC All rights reserved. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account. But the Dobyns 734 is well touted. The new standard for sensitivity, strength, weight and balance and now featuring Fuji Guides! The Dobyns Sierra Series rods feature high modulus graphite blanks, Fuji Alconite guides, Fuji reel seats, Kevlar wrapping and Portugal AA-cork. It has a faster action than the Sierra and it's definitely noticeably more sensitive. A 5 power in a crank bait rod is a Med/Hvy also but in Cranking category. I know that a Champion is more sensitive than the sierra give all things exact. If you're tossing 1oz lures - go with a 4-power Dobyns. Comments: If you only want to buy one champion make it s DC 735c. Try these rods you won't be disapointed. I think you'll be happy. This is not my best explanation and maybe one of you guys can explain it better. Bad Behavior has blocked 1137 access attempts in the last 7 days. This material may not be posted on another website. Otherwise there are two locations listed for a tackle dealer called The Reel Shot in Wisconsin. 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. Paste as plain text instead, I really enjoy throwing lighter scroungers on it too. Very nice choice. It comes down to what you like. Looking to pick up themuch heralded Dobyns 734C to use primarily as a jig rod, for anyone whos ownedboth series how big of a difference is there in sensitivity between the Sierra and the championseries and did you feel the champion wasworth the additional $80? If I were to get the same medium heavy fast in the sierra or champion series, will they still have a similar feel? 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That series was one of the biggest sellers forDobyns, He has said numerous times he does not personally believe in micro guides but customers hounded him for a micro series. Thanks, everyone! Don't 'heave-ho' when setting treble luresan easy sweep should be more than enough with good, sharp hooks. These rods are not as sensitive as G. Loomis. This is critical. What a difference in weight. They are listed as a Dobyns dealer but may not stock what you want. They are very well made. Pasted as rich text. The handle, taper, the way all the rods load up, the cork, the keeper, the guides, the look & the quality is all absolutely perfect. 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'll likely continue to use my Daiwa BG 2500 as the reel, or change it depending on the balance and weight of the setup. heavier hook flipping jigs with#40lb. Dobyns Champion XP Spinning Rods. Your previous content has been restored. I just looked up an old TW order where it had a 734 Champion XP Heavy as the description. One note of caution: if you are using this for frogging, it doesn't load so well on your lighter frogs. My next rod will be the exact 703SF you are considering. Dobyns Champion Extreme HP Split Grip Casting Rods. You cannot paste images directly. The "no give" nature of braid combined with a little forgiveness of the Sierra 734c. Pasted as rich text. The Sierras ended up falling in the same cost range as the Savvy and were more sensitive, so he dropped the standard guide Savvy rods. 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Can't help much with the original question, but I use a Sierra 704c for 1/4-3/8 jigs. It doesn't matter whether you get the savvy, champion, champ XP, or the extreme. 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. Weightless Wacky Rig - Zoom Finesse Trick worms or Roboworms. 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. $250.28 to $280.28. OP. DC 735C SH - Dobyns Rods When Fishing is More Than Just a Hobby! 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. Give me an email at fishnkamp@comcast.net. 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. Hard to explain, It's like the fish and rod have an evenly balance tug of war;like the rod is fighting back. Man I love that these are slightly slower rods! Although, I do not use it for jigs. Using a braid it has enough backbone to set the 5/0 hook, but has enough tip to launch a Keitech. Your link has been automatically embedded. No doubt about it, get the 684 for the baits you are describing. Clear editor. Bad shoulders lead me to look for a better option to reduce fatigue. 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 recently got a champion mh glass for my casting reel. What is are the general thoughts on this series? wh2004. I use dobyns rods and so does my good fishing buddy, we love'em!!! The Fury MH fishes like a M to me. Comments:Just purchased a 735 7'3 heavy extra fast to replace my 15 year old Flippin stick. I don't throw really big rip baits so these two models work really well. He has said he will leave the Savvy Micro rods alone because the customers that want it are still buying it. Some guys are careful with their rods, i am not. Get a refurbished model if one is available. I also used it to throw the Plopper 130 and it flings that heavy lure effortlessly. I haven't fished one but I handled a few of them at Cabelas. The Kaden Series was actually "fish tested" for several months by Dobyns customers. Also, always feel free to call our shop and it's easier to explain by phone. A few of them at Cabelas up the 744C `` jig Special `` and it flings that heavy effortlessly! At 1/4oz, i loved it and have had issues with from makers! 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