Anybody tried the " Pan fish Elite " from Bass Pro shops ? An ultra light under 100 dollars with decent sounding parts .
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Anybody tried the " Pan fish Elite " from Bass Pro shops ? An ultra light under 100 dollars with decent sounding parts .
Probably a pretty good rod. In that price range, however, I’d get the Leland rod from Trout Magnet/BnM.
While I too am a fan of the B'n'M TCB and Trout Magnet TSS rods at the price point this is an intriguing looking rod with the Fuji components...micro guides and the placement of the guides on the top section...very JDM-esque.Quote:
Originally Posted by Eagle 1
Regards
Interesting. Will have to take a look. See what they say about the blank.
Bob
I can't find any photos of the rod online (not that show the top end of the rod). BPS is really dropping the ball on photos.
Just buy one, Coach and let us know what you think! I love my high rolling friends. LOL
Tried three times yesterday with no luck . Recording that my call would be answered in the order It was received . Must only have one working the phone even though it says " all " sales persons are busy . lol
I got distracted and did some research. The RT3 blank is also used in the "bionic blade". The "bionic blade" used to be made with im8 and im6 blanks (according to an ebay ad). The bionic blade is on sale for $60 right now.Quote:
Originally Posted by Eagle 1
The "Micro Lite" ($59.99) uses RT2, the Johnny Morris Carbonlite 2.0 uses RT4 (on sale for 99.97), and the BPS Graphite Series uses an RT1 blank ($34.99).
The Johnny Morris Carbonlite 2.0 (that will get old to type) uses the FaZlite guides as well. It comes in a 5'6" ultralight.
The Micro Lite doesn't have a pretty split grip, but it's cork, and the reel seat looks pretty basic. Stainless steel guides.
The bionic blade doesn't come in an ultralight (lightest is a medium). Guides are titanium oxide by Sea Guide. BUT, it has a "multi-purpose hook keeper", whereas the Panfish Elite has a hook keeper, but it isn't listed as being "multi-purpose".
Finally, and most important, is that Rakuten has 10.5% back on Bass Pro purchases right now.
Got one on the way . Wanted a longer rod than some of the ultra lights . Definitely A high roller rotfl . Two boys on father's day gave up long ago buying for pops. All gifts are gift cards of one kind or another . :ThumbsUpQuote:
Originally Posted by trypman1
I am waiting for the field testing report, Let us know.
Without a pic of the rod you're talking about I can't be sure but, I think I have one. I got it about 6 weeks ago. It is blue with a really cool eva(?) type grip with Fuji guides. It is 7'2" ( I think) and ultra light with a pretty fast action. I love it, I have it paired with a Daiwa 1000 series reel. A regal maybe?? I don't keep my gear at the house or I could go look. Either way, It's a fantastic rod. I tend to judge a rod by it's ability to set the hood on small fish. It's weird I know but catfishing is my second favorite, so sometimes we are deliberately seeking small 'gills for flathead bait. I can pluck those little dudes out with that rod and reel.
I picked up the 6'9" ultralight panfish elite today. Compared to my TSS rod, the reel seat is about 2 inches closer to the butt of the rod. This is frustrating because I like 6'6" rods, and this makes the portion of the rod forward of the reel seat 5" instead of the 3" I'd expected. I'm going to return it in favor of the 6' ul rod. It has a fast tip and a lot of backbone. The balance point of the rod with a 500 series reel is about 3" in front of the reel seat. I prefer a rod balance at the reel seat.
Love the part about it being a 1 piece rod though.
How many guides are on these rods?
8 on both lengths, if memory serves.
Don’t know the rods y’all re talkin about and bps is too far for a few reasons right now. The balance issue Schmoopie talks of could be fixed with a slightly larger reel. Many good reels in the 1000 series might make it just what you’re after.
I bought one of the Bass Pro Panfish Elite rods about a month ago. I got the 6 ft UL rated rod.
I really like it. Has a sensitive blank with a fast tip. Fuji guides and reel seat. I have fished
big bluegill and white bass with it. For me it was perfect for the white bass although it also did
well with the bluegill. I’m just a bit spoiled with some lighter weight JDM rods for bluegill.
For the $80 I paid for it I have to give it an excellent rating. No regrets. I also have the Trout Slayer
rod from Leland. Although another “good rod for the money” I would rate the Bass Pro Panfish Elite
rod a few notches above that one.
Anyone have a weight on the rod?
Regards
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Randy
It weighs 3.6 ounces. Tip diameter is 1.6mm. 8 guides (including tip top)
Chris
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Thanks.....
Regards
Got the rod in and paired it up with a Pfluger 6920 President . Hope to get it wet after supper . It is considerably lighter than the Browning Air stream . Attachment 379522
Let us know. Coach.
The rod balances great with the 6925 reel .
Nice! And the handle is on the correct side too. ;)
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Does anyone have both this rod and the Leland's TCB? How do they compare?
I see the rod is rated for 1/32, but have you tried launching a 1/64 TM?
The T.C.B. rod from B/M , I do not have . I was recommended the "elite" rod by a friend that really liked it a lot . I personally have no experience with jigs smaller than 1/32 ,(without a clear float ) or line under 4 lb. test , except vertical jigging . I like the "elite " and I will say it has replaced my Browning "Air Stream " and Okuma " Celio ". For rods under $80.00 these are my favorite , that I own .
Went for a little while after dinner . Tried plain jig to road runner . About the same results . Caught 9-10 both ways . Nothing special . Attachment 380030Attachment 380031
A great meal for one, enjoy.
How did that rod feel with a fish on? Picking one up tonight after work.
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That dog will hunt ! Attachment 381079 #3 SPLIT SHOT AND CRICKETS .Quote:
Originally Posted by trypman1
WOW, Too much fun!!!
Looks like you put together 1 heck of a combo that will give you quality time fishing for years to come.
Thank you for sharing
Nice mess of fish!
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Hey, Coach - Could you loan that rod to me for a year or 2 to test?? LOL
Come on down , I'll loan you the lake !Quote:
Originally Posted by trypman1
Many thanks, I hope it want be long.