Another short rod that is unbelievable is the Rosa. Especially for those fishing from kayaks/canoes. Jerkbaits, cranks, tubes, sm-med swim baits, finesse jigs, topwater…it does it all. Very light and super sensitive.
@philb796729 күн бұрын
Best rods ever.
@wciii3591Ай бұрын
North America. Mexico?
@MikeHogan-f4qАй бұрын
I have 8 Enox rods in my rotation, and every one of them are dynamite. The Aura, I have 2, and the BMJ, I have two......are my 2 go to's for spinner bait water and finesse jig water
@MikeHogan-f4qАй бұрын
I've got 2 Mitch's in my collection!
@DjdkajАй бұрын
😂
@yannickroy4406Ай бұрын
I Will by one
@Jason_Wood_FishingАй бұрын
Love my shake 7! Catches lots of fish every tournament
@StratollacАй бұрын
In the 1000 Islands region, we rarely dropshot with a weight less than 1/2 oz, and often use 5/8 and 3/4oz weights due to current. Typical depths are from 10-40 feet. Even so, we typically use size 1 or 2 dropshot hooks and small baits. The rod action you mention is too light in the tip to present or work those baits effectively because the heavy weights dload the tip too much. What are your thoughts?
@ALXrodsАй бұрын
In those extremely deep or heavier current situations, you may want a heavier power or a longer rod for sure. The ZOLO McSmalls was designed and tested on lakes like Lake Champlain by Shayne McFarlin. It's that 7'6" range and handles Swimbaits, tubes, ned rigs and spy-baits with ease. May be what you're looking for. alxrods.com/collections/all-rods/products/zolo-mcsmalls-76-light-fast-spinning?_pos=2&_fid=fd5df8b0a&_ss=c
@JohnPhillips-qw4dbАй бұрын
I own a ZOLO Rosa with that grip style. I don’t think you can find a better kayak rod! The Rosa does just about everything really well as a medium power fast action up to 3/4oz rod!
@robertjacobsfishingАй бұрын
Mitch is an amazing rod. I caught my PB largemouth on mine swimming a small paddle trail through grass.
@jaredkyzer6776Ай бұрын
Have several different brands of rods with cork grips and I always thought the Zolo has the best quality cork of them all. Really nice rods.
@DougLane-dj3ohАй бұрын
Well done!
@samglennfishing27Ай бұрын
Absolutely love the ZOLO series of rods. Not only are they sensitive blanks, the grips themselves provide even more sensitivity and comfortability.
@Jason_Wood_FishingАй бұрын
Love it!
@fishncoach86992 ай бұрын
What's better about it?
@chucky61532 ай бұрын
I love mine. I have 3 or 4 of them.
@Twangtown72 ай бұрын
4.8 oz for the full handle. Wish it weren't so heavy. I'm assuming it balances nicely though. I love my ALX rods, but they're definitely on the heavier end. Kind of like Dobyns.
@ALXrods2 ай бұрын
4.8oz for a full grip (dense cork) on a 7'6" rod is pretty aggressive. That may be the first time we've ever had someone describe our rods as heavy. 😁
@Twangtown72 ай бұрын
@@ALXrods I think you're confused. You don't have a full grip on your 7'6 model. Also, your 7'6 model doesn't say 4.8 oz on your site. Your 7'2 full grip does though. So clearly I'm talking about the 7'2/full grip model. And 4.8 oz is on the heavier side for a 7'2 MH rod in that price point. I'm comparing it to other rods I have. For example, my 7'3 XH Expride weighs 4.5 oz. A 7'2 H Zodias weighs 4.4 oz. Also, on your site it says the 7'6 model weighs less than the 7'2 model. Is that accurate?
@Twangtown72 ай бұрын
Medium-heavy tip? Isn't the MH the power and fast, moderate etc the tip?
@ALXrods2 ай бұрын
As explained, the rod is a Medium Heavy + which equates to a MH with extra backbone. The top end of the rod will have power similar to a MH and the backbone is closer to a heavy power. Yes, it is still a fast action. As you know already, action is how the rod initially flexes.
@Twangtown72 ай бұрын
I wish the split-grip handle was a little thinner and not so bulbous.
@ALXrods2 ай бұрын
Our grips are the same diameter (1.05") as the reel seat with a tapering end, so bulbous is a bit of an exaggeration as it is a streamlined design. We do agree that our grips are not very small like many rods on the market.
@Twangtown72 ай бұрын
@@ALXrods Where the grip meets the reel seat it's the same diameter, sure. But then as it goes down it definitely gets fatter. Just my opinion. I'm sure others like fatter grips. Not bashing it or anything, just saying for myself. I have 6 ALX rods, so clearly it isn't a deal-breaker for me. ;)
@izeahbennett22812 ай бұрын
I have 3 Zolo series rods and they are the real deal!
@Twangtown72 ай бұрын
Really like my ALX rods. I think they'd be even better if the grip was a tad thinner.
@ALXrods2 ай бұрын
You always have the option to custom order any rod we produce with a different grip!
@Twangtown72 ай бұрын
@@ALXrods I have!
@craigpeters31652 ай бұрын
Thanks Alex. Would the OG Toadface be good for swim jigs down to a 1/4 oz?
@ALXrods2 ай бұрын
@@craigpeters3165 the OG split grip Toadface is incredible with swim jigs for sure! Whether throwing one on fluorocarbon or braid
@craigpeters31652 ай бұрын
@@ALXrodsDo you think it would be better than the Deputy I'm currently using for swim jigs?
@ALXrods2 ай бұрын
Certainly will have better backbone depending on the cover you're are fishing. Some folks have used a Deputy for Chatterbaits, because of how soft the tip is, it kinda reacts like a glass rod which is used for bladed jigs.
@davidgurley45452 ай бұрын
My favorite walking bait rod - kickknocker, sammy, gunfish, etc. It’s also really fun with a swim jig. Your explanation of it not intended for heavy slop I learned the hard way. Based on the title I thought you might be introducing a fourth production model? Love all of my ALx rods but this one is my favorite. zolo crankbait rod is close second - so fun to fish with a small squarebill.
@michaelloucks44482 ай бұрын
Hey Alex thanks for the history on the toadface . Cool story Alex I liked it. God bless you and your families your pal fisherman Mike.
@craigpeters31652 ай бұрын
Got the Strike. I'm really liking the carbon split grip. I got a Deputy with the same grip and love it.
@dtroutmann2 ай бұрын
Fly rods?
@Twangtown72 ай бұрын
Same rod for frogs/chatterbaits? Interesting.
@DinusvanDoorn2 ай бұрын
Have some ALX ENOX rods also a custom ZOLO rod. Perfect rods, sensitive, casting fairs and good looking. 😀
@ZachRamseyFishing2 ай бұрын
The Enox series makes me FEEL some type a way 😮💨
@jackmiller85053 ай бұрын
That tourney was so awesome, he slayed em!
@nicholasmaiers42217 ай бұрын
I’ve been jumping around trying to find a rod line that fits my needs and I want to have all the same brand for my tournament fishing . I’ll be ordering a few to try soon
@WesMoran Жыл бұрын
I know this video is 3yrs old at this point, but your rods are still way underrated. I bought a used Enox LSB on a whim wanting to try a premium price point rod, and I’ve used that thing now for 2 years. It’s incredibly versatile. I just bought a custom shop Zolo Dream this week from a vendor and I can’t wait for it to get in. If money wasn’t a concern, I’d probably buy every Enox and have you build about 5 customs.
@Twangtown7 Жыл бұрын
I like my ALX rods but wish the handle/reel seat wasn't quite so thick/bulky.
@Twangtown7 Жыл бұрын
I love your rods. Cosmetically, one thing I would change is having the logo/specs etc printed/stamped on the blank many other companies do. Don't have to worry about that clear wrap peeling down the road or just looking bad from the sun beating on them etc.
@michaelloucks44482 жыл бұрын
Hey Alex thanks for the great videos I especially wanted to know what rod to use for swimjig. GOD bless you and your family your pal fisherman Mike.
@chreim202 жыл бұрын
How does it compare to the zolo deputy?
@ALXrods2 жыл бұрын
The OXIM Factor has a tip similar to the Deputy and more backend power. Always think of our MH+ models as being a MH tip with a HVY backbone.
@chreim202 жыл бұрын
@@ALXrods so it's more like the toadface?
@ALXrods2 жыл бұрын
@@chreim20 Very Similar. We used the Toadface as the base to develop the Factor.
@spbassfishing44972 жыл бұрын
@@chreim20 you can use this where you would use the toadface
@chreim202 жыл бұрын
@@spbassfishing4497 I appreciate the input, thank you!
@Z3Inc2 жыл бұрын
Hey Alex, what Costas are you wearing?
@John_D22 жыл бұрын
I just wish the handles were a tad thinner , or I'd have a boat load of alx rods.
@Twangtown72 жыл бұрын
I like my ALX rods. But I think they're long overdue for a face lift. I especially don't care for the two-tone handles.
@Boatflipit2 жыл бұрын
How much more sensitive is the Enox blank over the zolo?