I have a few Sierras and I feel as if their MH is actually a Medium in other rods. Upload or insert images from URL. I know that a Champion is more sensitive than the sierra give all things exact. 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'm just a fully satisfied Dobyns customer. Unless you really don't want casting, in which case sure get two spinning rods. . It's rated 1/4-3-4, I went up to 1/2oz lures and it did well. You can post now and register later. I see it rating starts right at 1/4oz,I mostly throw 1/4 and 3/8 finesse, pitching and swimjigs. You can post now and register later. Dobyns Champion XP 683 or 684 for all around casting rod? I'll be primarilythrowing smaller topwaters like 1/2oz walking baits, 75 and 90 ploppers, 3/8oz-1/2oz jigs, and 3/8oz spinnerbaits. Can't wait to catch more fish on it. 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$. Also, always feel free to call our shop and it's easier to explain by phone. A Sierra 734C. Paste as plain text instead, The balance was about perfect. The Colt and Fury rods are sub-par for the price. TFF Team Angler. November 28, 2020 in Fishing Rods, Reels, Line, and Knots. One is in Oshkosh and the other in Appleton. Not because i thought Dobyns was superior i just wanted something different. I was wondering if I should get the fury, Sierra or champion xp. Paired with a SMOKE S3, 20 lb braid, and 12 lb Berkley Pro leader, the rod telegraphs every vibration and tap. They will be 703sf. I have the choice between a dobyns 703 and a dobyns 704 for texas rigs. Both rods compliment each other very nicely. I love it for swim jigs and chatter baits as well. I will b using it for bottom contact finesse baits, Sencos, tubes, snakey heads etc. They are very well made. of your choice . It was the Fury 734C all purpose, then I got a frog rod 735C. I asked about them at the classic and was told they are all gone. 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. Page created in 0.416 seconds with 32 queries. You can post now and register later. For the weight range specified, the 734C would be a better match. You can post now and register later. 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? Read This Before Posting! Comments:I have several Dobyns rods in the Sierra and Fury series and wanted to take the step up into the Champions. Thank you for the responses, since this post I have acquired a megabass perfect pitch for jig fishing. How would you say the 703 Sierra compares to the 703 Fury? Fishing heavy cover with frogs, go to at least the 735. with #15 lb. I was trying to use that rod as a Texas rig rod and really didn't like it for that purpose. I'm trying to upgrade from my Daiwa AIRD-X 6'6" ML F rod to something a little more sensitive, light, and balanced. Free shipping. Light, balanced, great feel and the perfect extra fast action. Weightless Wacky Rig - Zoom Finesse Trick worms or Roboworms. I can say with full confidence that Sierra and Champions being only cosmetically different is false. Get a refurbished model if one is available. I own the DC733sf and DC733c. I own 49 rods & am in the process of switching to nothing but Dobyns. So I own both champions (744c jig special, 763s) and sierra's (2x 733) in different applications. 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). Its pretty much a t-rig to frog rod. For instance a 5 power Flippin Stick is Med/Hvy in Flip/Pitch category. Tungsten, Berkley Fishing, Rod Glove, Siebert Outdoors, Power Pole, Costa. He was messing around and came up with a blank he could make more sensitive and lighter and that is how the Sierra rods came about. Balance can make a heavy rod feel light, and make a light rod feel heavy. I have a 715C that I have a jig tied onto. if you need 2 set ups, go with the Sierra, and if you can get away with one go Champ. 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. Dobyns did a super job in the upgrade of the Savvy's. The Sierra's are fine rods. 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. The new Dobyns Champion Spinning Rods feature the same winning blanks as the original Champion Series and now come equipped with premium Fuji guides. MLF Angler - Dobyns Rods, Reynolds Marine, Phoenix Boats, Woo! Personally I really like the Sierra series. Comments:I am in the process of switching all my rods to Dobyns. 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. SPONSORED. Comments:Great rods I have several dobyns! Read This Before Posting! 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? Upload or insert images from URL. It comes down to what you like. When you set the hook, they stay pinned. 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. $349.99 - $359.99. I keep . I only have one Fury and it's a casting rod. It's an excellent rod for moving baits! Very lightweight, sensitive, and balanced. 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. I think I've made the right choice here! Display as a link instead, If you are considering an Avid X then you are looking at paying roughly $200 depending on the rod. Some guys are careful with their rods, i am not. Delivering top-of-the-line performance like only Dobyns Rods can, no expense was spared with the . 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. What rod do you recommend for the same price range as a Sierra or Champion XP? The Fury MH fishes like a M to me. Another option to look at might be the 703c for those lighter weights. These rods are freakin good in all aspects, not amazing, not the best but good everywhere. The Dobyns Sierra Ultra Finesse Casting Series, The Dobyns Sierra Trout and Panfish Series, Dartheads, Dropshot Rigs, Shaky Heads, Tubes & Gitzits, Dropshot Rigs, Dartheads, Split-Shot Rigs, Texas Rigs, Jigs, Flukes, Senkos, Floating Worms, Shaking Worms, Small Jigs, Dropshot Rigs, Spoons, Senkos, Jigs, Flukes, Texas Rigs, Spinnerbaits, Worms, Jigs, Carolina Rigs, Spinnerbaits, Horny Toads, Texas Rigs, Jigs, Carolina Rigs, Spinnerbaits, Horny Toads, Heavy Jigs, Carolina Rigs, Pitchin' Stick, Senkos, Flukes, Spooks, Spinnerbaits, Horny Toads, Spinnerbaits, Buzzbaits, Senkos, Horny Toads, Jigs, Small Swimbaits, Frogs, Pitchin' & Flippin', Small Swimbaits. I just looked up an old TW order where it had a 734 Champion XP Heavy as the description. Cookie Notice They have more parabolic bend than my other MHs. In a pinch, I'll throw jigs. Really this is a good utility rod, although I still think the Sierra is more versatile due to its more moderate action. Please edit your content to remove the highlighted words below. They were a 6'8" M/H & a heavy. Nothing is as sensitive as the NRX rods. I'm throwing finesse tactics in this shallow muddy pond 8/10 times. They were so good I tried the Sierra series, I loved it! 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. You cannot paste images directly. Gear & Gadgets on the Texas Fishing and Outdoors Show, Powered by UBB.threads PHP Forum Software 7.7.3, Moritz Chevrolet - 9101 Camp Bowie W Blvd, Fort Worth, TX - Monte Coon (817) 696-2003. Home / Rods / The Dobyns CHAMPION XP Series / Champion XP Frogs, Pitch & Flip / DC 735C SH DC 735C SH $ 269.99 Rated 5.00 out of 5 based on 10 customer ratings ( 10 customer reviews) Add to cart More Information Reviews (10) WARNING - CA PROP 65 Although, I do not use it for jigs. On the water this thing did not disappoint. If you have been following for awhile, you know Gary Dobyns tries to frequent this group with answers and information. You would want a 735C for a jig rod, not a 734C. How do you like it? 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.. * Price comparisons are based on the Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price ("MSRP") or Original Selling Price. Evgen if you did you will not be disappointed. Well that is my opinion and it is worth exactly what you paid for it. Typically, higher end series use a higher modulus carbon material that will recover faster, feel more crisp, rigid and sensitive. Sometime larger top water baits are thrown on it like Super Spooks and other moving baits like Keitechs. But the Dobyns 734 is well touted. A 5 power in a jig rod is Mag-Hvy or some companies call it XX Heavy. News:Forum updated, problems HERE if you see any! Comments:Dobyns rods are hands down the best rods I've come across. New to this forum but have been fishing dobyns rods for 2 years now and love them. Very well made. 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. Your link has been automatically embedded. 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. I know I said this rod is better for bottom contact baits vs the Sierra, but the 733c is an amazing rod for 4.8 Keitech's on a 5/0 Owner Flashy Swimmer. I'm not sure you're getting that much more for the price difference. 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. 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? We have far better choices for these techniques. 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. This is critical. with braid main line . I have no clue what the actual material make up percentages of the blank are. Copyright 1997-2023 The Ultimate Bass Fishing Resource Guide LLC All rights reserved. If you go the Champ route you will be very pleased. If you are considering the Sierra series, take into effect they are not designated as "CB" so they don't have that designed parabolic action found in the Champion CB series. For a point of reference, you can fish a 5" senko with a 1/8oz weight on both rods, but the 4 power works best with 1/4oz and on the 3 power you can fish it weightless almost as comfortably. I would say their 3 power rod is very good at 1/4-3/8oz and good with 3/16-1/2oz. Unfortunately, your content contains terms that we do not allow. Would both of these handle Hollow Body frog fishing in heavy vegetation? This material may not be posted on another website. Privacy Statement. I personally will throw those finesse jigs on my Xtasy 723c. But, they each have a category. Very happy with the rod. Give me an email at fishnkamp@comcast.net. Clear editor. DFW. Re: Dobyn's vs Googan [Re: basenjib123] #14445099 08/10/22 05:46 PM: Joined: Jul 2010. Dobyns Champion Extreme HP Split Grip Casting Rods. Bass Rutten If you're tossing 1oz lures - go with a 4-power Dobyns. The Sierra rod are a touch slower graphite then the Champions but almost as sensitive. I use a champion xp 736 for my frog rod, l would say its lighter than my Sierra 734s by the way it fishes, but thats me, I never weighed them so I dont have scientific facts. While it's a nice rod, I'd rate it average for sensitivity. I get this question a ton. Nor may it be copied, published, rewritten, or redistributed. It has it's own signature feel compared to my 735C. 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. For a single purpose jig rod sure theres better but it isnt worlds apart from my nrx. Talk about coincidence. But, since you will be doing some pitching, you might like a softer tip. 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. W. wh2004. *Wild card is using a Sierra 734c. Lighter jigs are fine on the rod when fishing closer to the boat. I have a neat way to get questions answered directly from Gary Dobyns himself. Clear editor. They are surprisingly sensitive though, especially for the price. You can always add more later. Using a braid it has enough backbone to set the 5/0 hook, but has enough tip to launch a Keitech. I'd highly recommend the Champion XP! Posts: 3,986. It's a power house rod. Balance is more important than weight. Hi, all. You cannot paste images directly. The 744C is a very versatile rod, despite having an extra fast tip, I have used it for swim jigs, chatterbaits, spinnerbaits, swim baits on 3/8oz jig heads, Carolina-rigs, and Tokyo rigs. So instead of getting the champion for 108$, I would have to pay 175$. Moving to the XPs is for rod selection, Many specialty rods in the champion series, or for sensitivity. Dobyns Champion XP Spinning Rods. 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. Also how do these compare to the Avid line of rods? I am not a fan of ST Croix rods anymore, so I sold off all of mine in favor of purchasing Dobyns, Powell, and Irod. Display as a link instead, 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. SK Hack Attack) youpossibly willwant a heavier rod . Champion XP Series rods are light, strong, sensitive and perfectly balanced. First trip out with it to Clear Lake I pulled a 5 abs several 3's out of the tules with ease. I own the 704c & the 735c, in my opinion the split grip is much more sensitive & just an all around better rod. Privacy Policy. SA 766FLIP - Dobyns Rods When Fishing is More Than Just a Hobby! But if you do not have anything more powerful than the 734c for jigs, it'll definitely feel like a big upgrade. That being on the softer less rigid side (in my opinion). Upload or insert images from URL. They were a little long for him so he did not like them. If I were to get the same medium heavy fast in the sierra or champion series, will they still have a similar feel? It also makes a great rod for throwing heavier jigs in deeper water. I purchased 2 Sierra rods for my grandson. September 17, 2019 in Fishing Rods, Reels, Line, and Knots. My only concern is with the 683 is that if it really fishes more like a medium, that I can't rip my jigs and spinnerbaits out of the weeds as easily as I probably could with the 684, but with the 684 I'm more or less concerned the tip isn't as soft as the 683's that when I get a bite on a topwater those treble hooks don't get ripped right outta their mouths. It all depends on what you are looking to do with the rod. Those performance aspects of the champions are better than the other rod models and the quality is second to none. The Dobyns Fury In-Depth Comparison TheTackleRat 698 subscribers Subscribe 6.6K views 2 years ago This is an in-depth comparison between the Doybns Fury and the Dobyns. Definitely wouldnt throw a finesse jig on it though. $349.99 - $359.99 Dobyns Champion Extreme HP Split Grip Casting Rods L. Joined: Feb 2017. 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. 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. 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. What is are the general thoughts on this series? Comments: I picked up the 744C " Jig Special " and it's fantastic. Where the Champion is better for bottom contact baits. Like my other Dobyns rods a lot. Call Dobyns and ask if they have anymore of the Kadens. I use dobyns rods and so does my good fishing buddy, we love'em!!! Start with the single best you can afford. But they aren't budget rods. By By rejecting non-essential cookies, Reddit may still use certain cookies to ensure the proper functionality of our platform. Fury rods are more economical, and you still get a great feel, plenty of power and a great rod! My buddy George bought two 744 rods too after trying my rod on the lake. So before there was a Sierra (only been around about 1 year) and before there was a Fury series, there were two top tier Champion lines and two Savvys. 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). 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. It all depends on what you are looking to do with the rod. for light wire Football Jigs (3/8th oz. Dobyns started off with the Champion Series ($229 and up) and Champion Extreme ($339 and up) and those are the rods that built their great reputation. I have a Fury 703c and it's very versatile for any lure in those weights. The Kaden Series was actually "fish tested" for several months by Dobyns customers. I haven't fished one but I handled a few of them at Cabelas. . I am here to tell you though these rods are different in ways that i believe catch more fish FOR ME. The M/H fished closer to a medium & the heavy closer to a M/H. Dobyns knows how to balance a rod. @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. Think i 've made the right choice here was the Fury, or! 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