GLoomis vs St. Croix

kcward · #1 09-09-2014, 08:29 PM

I broke the tip on my Fenwick Elite tech walley 6'9" 1-piece #EWS69ML-F and I want to replace it with either a GLoomis or St. Croix. I found the Fenwick to be a bit of a club compared to my Quantum smoke...the smoke is much more sensitive. I have a shimano Stradic C14+ 2500 to match up with it.
Was looking at the GL2 Dropshot or the St. Croix Legend Tournament Walley 6'8" model LTWS68MXF.

Just wondering if anyone has any experience with these or have any suggestions.

I mostly fish for walley and pike using crankbaits or still fishing with plastic.

Thanks, Ken

Lund rebel · #2 09-09-2014, 08:55 PM

I like my loomis rods currently own 5

now and find them excellent, I find using 1 rod for multiple species to be difficult. But we fish almost daily and long days so it pays to have sensitive light equipment.

For trout I have a tiny gl2 trout rod

For walleye jigging I have the Loomis walleye wjr 6'3" mag lite extra fast

For trolling smaller lures I use a 7'2" crankbait series rod

For the river and large pike lures I use the gl2 8'6 mag heavy

I find I really like the crankbait and have landed pike up to 20 pounds but limited to small lures.

The girlfriend uses a loomis imx med heavy in a 6'6 works well for jigging and pike as a all round but not as sensitive as my walleye rod. But for overall its a light sensitive rod as well.

I would say the both build excellent rods it comes down to availability and preference.

Take your reel to the store and throw it on see how it feels together.

kcward · #3 09-09-2014, 09:43 PM

Thanks for the info....I'm up in GP and it is limited for availability. Going to Calgary on the 19th and will have to hit bass pro. Not sure if I will have time to go to Cabelas and Fishin' hole in Edmonton on the way through.
Which series of crainkbait 7'2" do you have and what weight/action is it?

cube · #4 09-09-2014, 10:54 PM

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Originally Posted by kcward

I broke the tip on my Fenwick Elite tech walley 6'9" 1-piece #EWS69ML-F and I want to replace it with either a GLoomis or St. Croix. I found the Fenwick to be a bit of a club compared to my Quantum smoke...the smoke is much more sensitive. I have a shimano Stradic C14+ 2500 to match up with it.
Was looking at the GL2 Dropshot or the St. Croix Legend Tournament Walley 6'8" model LTWS68MXF.

Just wondering if anyone has any experience with these or have any suggestions.

I mostly fish for walley and pike using crankbaits or still fishing with plastic.

Thanks, Ken

I have both a GL2 and a St. Croix Legend right now and I STRONGLY suggest the St. Croix hands down. I also have the Shimano Stradic CI4+ on both. Not exactly sure why but the St. Croix gets more fish to the boat.

Good luck with what ever you choose.

kcward · #5 09-09-2014, 11:31 PM

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Originally Posted by cube

I have both a GL2 and a St. Croix Legend right now and I STRONGLY suggest the St. Croix hands down. I also have the Shimano Stradic CI4+ on both. Not exactly sure why but the St. Croix gets more fish to the boat.

Good luck with what ever you choose.

Thanks! I was leaning more that way...

Warmbreeze · #6 09-09-2014, 11:56 PM

I own a GL2 and two Legend Tournaments. I would compare the GL2 to more the St. Croix Avid series and the Leg Tours to IMX.
Between the two series you chose, they are both very sensitive and good rods. Read which warranty you like more. If you still cannot decide pick the one that you think looks coolest. Better yet, buy both.

P.S. Check if they are both normal stock or if one needs special order. Answer is obvious then. At the current moment my choice would be the Croix but I go in phases.

Have fun!

Lund rebel · #7 09-10-2014, 06:11 AM

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Originally Posted by kcward

Thanks for the info....I'm up in GP and it is limited for availability. Going to Calgary on the 19th and will have to hit bass pro. Not sure if I will have time to go to Cabelas and Fishin' hole in Edmonton on the way through.
Which series of crainkbait 7'2" do you have and what weight/action is it?

Was at bass pro shops a few weeks back and was disappointed in the high end rods available I may have been looking in the wrong soot as well.

My crankbait rod is a med heavy
http://www.thefishinhole.com/index.c...oduct&se=25828

It is also a Baitcaster

Kyle · #8 09-10-2014, 07:44 AM

I'm a big fan of St.Croix. A few weeks back, I broke the top section of my rod in half. I went on their site, ordered a new top piece (very reasonable price) and in 3 days it was sitting on my doorstep when I got home from work. Best part is the shipping was free!

kcward · #9 09-10-2014, 02:48 PM

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Originally Posted by Warmbreeze

I own a GL2 and two Legend Tournaments. I would compare the GL2 to more the St. Croix Avid series and the Leg Tours to IMX.
Between the two series you chose, they are both very sensitive and good rods. Read which warranty you like more. If you still cannot decide pick the one that you think looks coolest. Better yet, buy both.

P.S. Check if they are both normal stock or if one needs special order. Answer is obvious then. At the current moment my choice would be the Croix but I go in phases.

Have fun!

Thanks for your feedback!

kcward · #10 09-10-2014, 02:49 PM

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Originally Posted by Lund rebel

Was at bass pro shops a few weeks back and was disappointed in the high end rods available I may have been looking in the wrong soot as well.

My crankbait rod is a med heavy
http://www.thefishinhole.com/index.c...oduct&se=25828

It is also a Baitcaster

Thanks for your help!

kcward · #11 09-10-2014, 02:49 PM

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Originally Posted by Kyle

I'm a big fan of St.Croix. A few weeks back, I broke the top section of my rod in half. I went on their site, ordered a new top piece (very reasonable price) and in 3 days it was sitting on my doorstep when I got home from work. Best part is the shipping was free!

Thanks Kyle,
it's good to know they stand behind them well!

zicker · #12 09-10-2014, 08:12 PM

Gloomis , u will not be disappointed. First yr with one and let me tell you they are worth the money

davegrant · #13 09-10-2014, 08:23 PM

Definitely G Loomis the IMX line is very sensitive and tough. The St. Croix rods have had some problems with tip breakage in the last couple years. I own the 6ft 6 med Heavy IMX as well and put it to the test on the Mackenzie river in NWT and multiple pike 40 to 45 inch with enough power to stop them thrashing. We broke an Ugly Stick and my pike cradle and my St. Croix Legend stayed in the locker. The 7ft 1 IMX in Med Heavy would be perfect as the 6ft6 is just a little short for trolling.

EZM · #14 09-11-2014, 09:27 PM

I have a GL2 and a St.Croix Legend - both Med baitcast rods and I prefer the St.Croix because the GL2 eyes are so small - it tangles the tip ..... quite and annoying feature for a baitcasting rod.

In terms of performance they are both absolutely awesome ...... you can't really go wrong in my opinion.

Just that one silly little annoyance. Other than that ..... flip a coin

kcward · #15 09-11-2014, 11:36 PM

Thanks everyone! I am heading down to Calgary next weekend and will have to see what is available and pull the trigger on one of them.

Penner · #16 09-12-2014, 06:52 AM

If you give Fenwick a call, they will replace the tip end of the rod for free.

Drake691 · #17 09-12-2014, 07:04 AM

Give Dobyns rods a try. They are sensitive and the most balanced rod on the market

kcward · #18 09-12-2014, 04:14 PM

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Originally Posted by Penner

If you give Fenwick a call, they will replace the tip end of the rod for free.

I just sent them some pics of the break. It is a 1 pc but hoping they will warranty it. Still a good excuse for a new one

kcward · #19 09-14-2014, 09:44 PM

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Originally Posted by Drake691

Give Dobyns rods a try. They are sensitive and the most balanced rod on the market

Where can you buy those rods in Alberta?

kcward · #20 09-15-2014, 10:11 AM

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Originally Posted by Penner

If you give Fenwick a call, they will replace the tip end of the rod for free.

Just received the reply email from Fenwick.

No warranty! I had purchased this direct from them at a discounted price because of a previous break on an old fenwick rod and because of this they won't stand behind the product. In hindsight I should have just bought one off the shelf, as I paid about $80 to get the last one...of course they will sell me another one at a discounted rate but I think I will pass!

AdAMxr · #21 09-15-2014, 10:12 AM

I love my st croix spin rod, but my reel clamp comes loose often. I have to re tighten 4-6 times an outing. Might have just got a bad one?? G loomis rods are top notch though no issues so far.

EZM · #22 09-15-2014, 03:33 PM

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Originally Posted by AdAMxr

I love my st croix spin rod, but my reel clamp comes loose often. I have to re tighten 4-6 times an outing. Might have just got a bad one?? G loomis rods are top notch though no issues so far.

a couple wraps of that plumbers thread tape fixes that.

AdAMxr · #23 09-16-2014, 12:15 PM

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Originally Posted by EZM

a couple wraps of that plumbers thread tape fixes that.

That's a good idea! I need to do something just didn't want nothing permanent. That sounds like the ticket.

Lund rebel · #24 09-16-2014, 07:56 PM

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Originally Posted by AdAMxr

That's a good idea! I need to do something just didn't want nothing permanent. That sounds like the ticket.

See he is not here just for his good looks

EZM · #25 09-16-2014, 08:13 PM

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Originally Posted by Lund rebel

See he is not here just for his good looks

That's not what the Mods said when they invited me to join.

They saw me in my chaps ......

kcward · #26 09-23-2014, 10:41 AM

Well, as they say 2 rods are better than 1! I ended up getting a St. Croix Mojo Bass drop shot for my lady and a GLoomis GL2 drop shot for myself - both 1 pc, 6'9" extra fast action. Put on a Pflueger president size 30 and the Shimano Stradic CI4+ on the Loomis.

Will have to try them out this weekend!

Thanks for the advise!
Ken

deschambault · #27 09-23-2014, 03:54 PM

I would be worried about G Loomis warranty. I have a Loomis salmon rod and broke my previous one while fighting a fish. They required me to ship it to them at my expense and then declined to warranty it. I had to buy a replacement from them at a discounted price or tell them where to go. I started with the the latter but eventually bought the replacement. It works fine but they have lost me as a customer - too bad because my 4 piece fly rod is my favorite.