for 3/8th and 1/2 oz. Comments: I picked up the 744C " Jig Special " and it's fantastic. The Sierra's are fine rods. I am inclined to disagree with these speculations but was wondering if anyone can enlighten me on what makes the blanks more sensitive and worth the extra $70? both champion series. 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. With braid itsa great frog rod, can punch with it too. This is not my best explanation and maybe one of you guys can explain it better. Weatherford, TX. Display as a link instead, I know the Fury is popular at the 100 price points and the Champions are thought very highly of however the Savvy didnt get the best reviews. 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. Pasted as rich text. 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. SA 766FLIP - Dobyns Rods When Fishing is More Than Just a Hobby! The Sierra rod are a touch slower graphite then the Champions but almost as sensitive. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account. Nor may it be copied, published, rewritten, or redistributed. *Wildcard set up* : Try using the Sierra 734c. Comments: The 744 has become my favorite rod in the boat during 2021. Nothing is as sensitive as the NRX rods. OhNoillegalfish I don't throw really big rip baits so these two models work really well. I am currently trying to unload a couple folding knives to fund new rods. It's an exceptional frog rod too. OP. You mentioned the Savvy series. & 1/2 oz.) I LOVE this rod. Just pulled the trigger on a Champion 705c, got a pretty good price on it, couldn't pass it up. The difference between each of these 5 powers is a LOT!! The Dobyns Sierra Series rods feature high modulus graphite blanks, Fuji Alconite guides, Fuji reel seats, Kevlar wrapping and Portugal AA-cork. 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. You cannot paste images directly. I guess you are gonna have to learn to deal with your gorilla hook sets. Angler. I really enjoy throwing lighter scroungers on it too. Free shipping. I'd spend more money if you're looking for a rod you need to "feel" with. 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). For the weight range specified, the 734C would be a better match. No doubt about it, get the 684 for the baits you are describing. Please edit your content to remove the highlighted words below. 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. By swapping bait cast reels between FC , braid or even mono main lines can add versatility to the Sierra 734c. No doubt the Sierra is a quality rod. Get one spinning and one casting. Paste as plain text instead, I don't have anywhere nearby that I can visit and try these rods. I personally like this since it allows me to work a bait alittle more effectively. Paste as plain text instead, Unfortunately, your content contains terms that we do not allow. Same power & action as the 734 but with a bit less flex in the tip. Delivering top-of-the-line performance like only Dobyns Rods can, no expense was spared with the new Dobyns Champion Extreme HP Spinning Rods. Also, the guides were straight, which is something I always check for and have had issues with from other makers. $339.99 - $359.99. Hey guys I own the Champion DC 705C and I bought it for frog duty. Powerful and good hook up ratio! The "no give" nature of braid combined with a little forgiveness of the Sierra 734c. . Well that is my opinion and it is worth exactly what you paid for it. I'm just a fully satisfied Dobyns customer. I only have Champions in rods I can't get in the Sierra series. I will b using it for bottom contact finesse baits, Sencos, tubes, snakey heads etc. braid mainline on a bait cast reel . SPONSORED. 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 Quote PatrickKnight Members 598 Location Southwest Ohio My PB: Between 5-6 lbs Favorite Bass: Smallmouth Favorite Lake or River Great Miami River Author HA. It also makes a great rod for throwing heavier jigs in deeper water. Actual sales may not have occurred at this price. Display as a link instead, I had such good success with it I sent Dobyns Rods an e-mail telling them about it. L. Lee Finlay OP. The 735 is Med/Hvy in Pitch/Flip category. I asked about them at the classic and was told they are all gone. DC 735C SH - Dobyns Rods When Fishing is More Than Just a Hobby! Your previous content has been restored. The new standard for sensitivity, strength, weight and balance and now featuring Fuji Guides! 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. I feel the dobyns 3 is closer to a medium than a MH in the fury line. $349.99 - $359.99. They were very nice rods, just not exactly fast enough. 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I have the choice between a dobyns 703 and a dobyns 704 for texas rigs. Really this is a good utility rod, although I still think the Sierra is more versatile due to its more moderate action. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account. I need a tough rod. I don't think you could go wrong either way but for me I would spend 170 on the Dobyns and get some other goodies with the extra 30 bucks. So instead of getting the champion for 108$, I would have to pay 175$. I would call to see if they have any Dobyns in stock. for light wire Football Jigs (3/8th oz. 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 have a neat way to get questions answered directly from Gary Dobyns himself. I prefer my Extreme 745, 784, and Braillist for that. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account. They have more parabolic bend than my other MHs. Rick, I have a Fury 705 and a Fury 735 and while both rods are very good, the 705 is no where close to the 735. That being on the softer less rigid side (in my opinion). Nor may it be copied, published, rewritten, or redistributed. One is in Oshkosh and the other in Appleton. They are a tad bit slower as Sierras but not CB's. My experience is with the Champion 704CB and 684CB. My champion 702sf also feels more sensitive than the Fury. This material may not be posted on another website. I owned a Savvy 703SF and paired it with a Stradic 3000. $349.99 - $359.99 Dobyns Champion Extreme HP Split Grip Casting Rods with #15 lb. This is critical. The feedback has been exceptional and Dobyns is happy to introduce a new series of rods. football jigs works well as they have lighter hooks Standard flipping jigs with heavier hooks go with a 735c. Your link has been automatically embedded. The new Dobyns Champion Spinning Rods feature the same winning blanks as the original Champion Series and now come equipped with premium Fuji guides. I no longer fish Dobyns and I never throw a 1/4 oz jig , but back when I did if I were fishing a 5/16 finesse style (Eakins ) jig and a speed craw it was on the 703. 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 SK Hack Attack) youpossibly willwant a heavier rod . Depends on how many other rods you have, OP. I have both Sierra and Champion rods. I'll be primarilythrowing smaller topwaters like 1/2oz walking baits, 75 and 90 ploppers, 3/8oz-1/2oz jigs, and 3/8oz spinnerbaits. First impression was that this rod was light, incredibly well-balanced, and very stout. Like my other Dobyns rods a lot. But the Dobyns 734 is well touted. Although, I do not use it for jigs. Jigs, C-rigs, and t-rigs go on Champions. Or does the actions and powers vary enough from series to series that a medium heavy fast in the sierra or champion series would be different than the Fury series? Would you guys say the jump from the Fury to the Sierra is similar to for jump from SC2 to SC3 in the St Croix line up? Never fished a similar Champion to compare, although I'd imagine the Champion would be more sensitive. I wouldn't personally throw much higher though. November 28, 2020 in Fishing Rods, Reels, Line, and Knots. But do both have to be the same exact 702sf? So for $170 are these solid or should I look else where? Is the Sierra 705c as light as the Champion 705c? My wife owns one of the Sierra SA 705SF rods and the blanks react pretty close but of course the Sierra is a tad slower graphite. I wouldn't tie on a 3/8-1/2oz chatterbait on it, seems a bit too light to me. Please edit your content to remove the highlighted words below. Privacy Statement. When I tried to order the champion from dobyns, they told me that the discount does not apply to reconditioned/trade ins and you have to pay a shipping price of 25$ per rod, instead of getting their standard free shipping over 75$. Very well made. This is a combination of Gary Dobyns playing with new materials and our customers asking for full handle casting rods and slightly faster actions. You need the 684. Tungsten, Berkley Fishing, Rod Glove, Siebert Outdoors, Power Pole, Costa. dobyns champion xp casting rods allaround topwater spinnerbaits jigs By larrymarketfishing November 28, 2020 in Fishing Rods, Reels, Line, and Knots Followers Reply to this topic Start new topic larrymarketfishing Members 31 Location Minneapolis, MN My PB: Between 4-5 lbs Favorite Bass: Smallmouth Posted November 28, 2020 Hi, all. Clear editor. There is a tackle shop inOconomowoc, WI called Get Hooked Outdoors. 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. is a GREAT set up ! 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. Very nice choice. By How does the 744c do atthrowing 1/4oz jigs? He was being hounded for a rod series below$250 and that became the Savvy's. I was wondering if I should get the fury, Sierra or champion xp. It has it's own signature feel compared to my 735C. September 17, 2019 in Fishing Rods, Reels, Line, and Knots. It comes down to what you like. Unfortunately, your content contains terms that we do not allow. If you have been following for awhile, you know Gary Dobyns tries to frequent this group with answers and information. It all depends on what you are looking to do with the rod. Privacy Statement. 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 I own a few of both the 684C & 734C. If I was going to use a Champion for a Texas rig I would probably move to the 5 power rod like 735 for heavier weights and 734 for lighter weights.. Quote kayaking_kev Members 856 Location Ohio My PB: Between 4-5 lbs Gary Dobyns just seems to know how to design rods with precise actions for what fishermen need. and our In my opinion this is the rod you are looking for. Not my usual consideration. 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. I am here to tell you though these rods are different in ways that i believe catch more fish FOR ME. How these "experts" know this boggles my mind. 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 . I have always wondered, though, why the 734C is rated as a Heavy and the 735C is a Med-Hvy. Balance is more important than weight. This is critical. I don't have a lot of rod experiences but I am really liking this rod. Start with the single best you can afford. I have a Fury 703c and it's very versatile for any lure in those weights. If you need a good bottom contact rod, go with the champion, otherwise stick with a fury or sierra. I just looked up an old TW order where it had a 734 Champion XP Heavy as the description. What rod do you recommend for the same price range as a Sierra or Champion XP? I personally will throw those finesse jigs on my Xtasy 723c. Re: Dobyns vs St-Croix and the winner is.. by 78Staff Fri Mar 04, 2011 5:09 pm. 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