Fishing with Rod Discussion Forum
Fishing in British Columbia => General Discussion => Topic started by: lapa on December 02, 2010, 07:34:01 AM
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What will you buy GLoomis or Sage? Price - Gloomis $549 and Sage $600. Maybe somebody used both and can provide some comments.
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Hey lapa . both are nice rods . Gloomis has a bid fastter action than the sage ,but again their line rated are big difference( GLX 6-10 lb and sage rated 8-17lb). so it is all depend what,where and how you going to use it. Happy shopping...
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thanks a lot
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One vote for GLoomis STR1563(8-12LBS)
You can handle any fish in any conditions with a no problem.
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One vote for GLoomis STR1563(8-12LBS)
You can handle any fish in any conditions with a no problem.
What is the price ticket for this rod? Any LM shops have them?
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? Just a heads up lapa, all the sage gear rods were 500 plus tax = 560 at freds a month ago so dont pay 6 for one elsewhere. Unless you live in van then the gas and time might not be worth it. I have a 3113ct and its a sweet rod, have not fished the loomis but imagine I would love it also. Pretty much comes down to personal preference, Imo
Thanks Fin. I appreciate it.
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Hey lapa, i am just wondering why you are asking question regarding sage 3113m cp rod but you have a sage 3113mb cp rod for sale at the buy and sell section ???? ??? ???
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Hey lapa, i am just wondering why you are asking question regarding sage 3113m cp rod but you have a sage 3113mb cp rod for sale at the buy and sell section ???? ??? ???
I'm getting GLoomis but still deciding should I sell my Sage or keep both. ;) ;)
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I also have the Gloomis 1563 8-12lb and a sage 3113 lb - I agree the Loomis is a faster rod and probably a little more backbone in the butt
The Loomis - longer rod is an advantage in open non-windy conditions - easier to mend line, long casts are effortless
- The sage seems to be a little more sensitive - you can feel bottom splitshot tapping bottom
I know it seems like an odd contradiction, one would think the longer rod would be that much more sensitive, but that doesn't seem to to be the case - just my opinion
If you have to choose between them it probably boils down to the types of places you fish on the river and the reels you have to balance them - both are sweet rods
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Get them both. I have quite a few sage rods and a couple of loomis and the loomis are relly nice. Crisp action, different than the Sage.
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The GLX has the faster action and I believe the Sage CP has more of a moderate action. I found that when ever I tried loading up a moderate action blank for a 'Johny Long-Bomb', there was almost always a tendency to get a back lash of some degree. Many anglers fish right at there feet, but as a personal preference, it's nice to know you can whale one across to a slick on the far side when you want to. Also, keep in mind the butt section is shorter on the Sage than the GLX.
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Here's the link to the loomis website.
http://www.gloomis.com/publish/content/gloomis_2010/us/en/conventional/rods/salmon___steelhead/center_pin.html
I like the long one STR1803 GLX CP 15'
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Got STR1352 GLX CP 11'3" 6-10 line. It is so light. It should be amazing rod for coho,pink and steelhead. But I like to fish for spring and chum too. Should I sell it and buy 1563 or it should be OK ???? Any feedback?
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As I said earlier I have the 1563 and I know guys fish springs and chum with it - I don't think I would fish springs with it unless you had a lot of river bank or wanted a really drawn out battle. The 1563 feels incredibly light even though it has great backbone too - so maybe the 1352 is similar - I would say that springs and chum would still be out of its class - I bet it would be a great light coho rod. Good luck with the decision!!
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Got STR1352 GLX CP 11'3" 6-10 line. It is so light. It should be amazing rod for coho,pink and steelhead. But I like to fish for spring and chum too. Should I sell it and buy 1563 or it should be OK ???? Any feedback?
if you sell it let me know.
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Got STR1352 GLX CP 11'3" 6-10 line. It is so light. It should be amazing rod for coho,pink and steelhead. But I like to fish for spring and chum too. Should I sell it and buy 1563 or it should be OK ???? Any feedback?
Where did you pick it up and what was the price point?
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Where did you pick it up and what was the price point?
In USA. The price was similar to Fred's. If I decide to buy 1563, I'll by from Fred's or Berry's.
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I don't think that Fred's Custom tackle has any more Sage 3113 M CP rods only saw the 3106 CP at $549.00 plus tax.
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I picked up a Sage 3113 and fished it once for salmon. It's a beauty rod but it is going to be mt special steelhead stick ;D. As for Gloomis I have a 1363 GL2 and its awesome for both steelhead and salmon.
Justin
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if somebody want to trade his GLoomis GLX 1563 or Sage 3113 (should be new or in mint condition) please let me know. Will add cash if needed.
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Check out West Coast Tackle, Brian might have some Sage drift rods kicking around.
Silex-user
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Check out West Coast Tackle, Brian might have some Sage drift rods kicking around.
Silex-user
Thanks Silex-user. I'll check tomorrow.
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looking at the GLX today, i don't understand how the reel stays in the slideing seat.
does it just wedge in?
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looking at the GLX today, i don't understand how the reel stays in the slideing seat.
does it just wedge in?
it does'nt! ha i've had it come off three times while fighting fish. My suggestion would be to get your reel where you want it and wrap it with a rubber tape to shim it up and then slide your rings over that, will stay nicely hidden under the rings.....or you can just tape the rings with black electrical tape. Kinda mickey mouse for a $600 rod!
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Check out West Coast Tackle, Brian might have some Sage drift rods kicking around.
Silex-user
I know of a rod builder that has a 3113 pin that he has now finished up. It has all the best components and is one sweet rod. I think he also has one more 2106 in a pin as well.