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Hi, May I ask why you the Okuma Guide select next to the Dobyns 867? How do they compare? Thanks.

Hm, that is a bit disappointing to hear that the sweet spot is between 3-5 oz. The rod is rated for 4-16oz. Are you referring to the right rod?

What do you guys think about the Dobyns Champion XP Swimbait Rod 8'6" Mag Heavy 867? Should be able to throw anything I want, right?

i am hearing good things about LDC rods. the wait time seems to very long though. would love to use rod in 2016

Hi all, I am currently using a Phenix M1 Inshore (rated 2-8oz) with a Shimano Calcutta Conquest. I have been throwing mostly 6inch Huds and the rod handled them very well. Though every time I am trying to throw a 8 inch hud, a A-rig or some bigger top waters, I feel that the rod is way underpowered and nowhere near its 8 oz rating. I am wondering now if I should use my Phenix M1 to become my small swimbait/topwater rod and pair it with a Daiwa Luna 300 and get a new 'big bait' rod for my Conquest. Another aspect that buggs me a bit with the Phenix M1 is its weight and the shorter handle. Given that I have limited space in my car I am limited to a rod that is around 8 feet long. I am wondering what people here on the forum use. Thanks! cheers, Seb.