G. Loomis Jig & Worm Spinning Rods - Whether you fish from a johnboat or a high performance bass boat – 3
days a year or 300; there are a number of effective methods to catch
bass and we have a rod for just about everyone of them. Bass are
cover-oriented and you need a rod with the right action to cast
accurately, fish the bait properly, yet provide enough power to keep
them coming towards the boat. These new GL2 bass rods offer a unique
combination of power, sensitivity, finesse and actions that put success
on your side. That’s why we have over 30 new, completely re-designed
casting and spinning models featuring our new, split-grip handle
engineered specifically for high performance bass fishing. Our unique,
flat- sided fighting-butt provides ergonomic comfort for those that
prefer to put the rod butt under their arm. It's a small thing, but it
can make a difference at the end of a long day. We know what you expect
in a bass rod and we know how to make it light, strong and reliable.
The new GL2 Series will do everything you ask and more! Shop G. Loomis Jig & Worm Spinning Rods
G. Loomis Drop Shot Rods - A lot of what bass fishing is all about happens on or near the bottom.
Bass are structure-oriented critters that use the contours of the lake
bottom like a highway. Dropshotting allows you to concentrate your
efforts in those areas where they slow down to rest or stage. It a
special technique for fishing the holding spots. With a sinker at the
end of the line and the hook & bait up on the main line a few inches
off the bottom, it's all about getting them to see the bait dangling
there seductively, waiting for their reaction. The beauty of this
technique is that it doesn't take a lot of experience to be successful.
The rods are designed with soft tips to allow the fish to inhale the
bait without feeling a lot of resistance and when the angler feels the
tension or just sees the line jump, all they have to do is raise the rod
and the rod will do the rest. When the bite gets tough, it's
especially effective. When the bite is on, it's a lot of fun. You'll
appreciate all of the thought put into these rods with the very first
fish. They're designed to do one thing... fish a drop shot rig
effectively, hook the fish effectively and fight the fish effectively.
Get your camera ready! Shop G. Loomis Drop Shot Rods
G. Loomis ShakeyHead Rods - A great approach for getting results in lakes where the fish get a lot
of pressure and have seen about every type of bait you can imagine.
Shallow, deep, around docks and even when the fish are on the beds, the
ShakyHead rig may not be the go-to tactic, but it’s highly effective
when the going gets tough. It’s a unique style that requires a special
rod. It’s kind of like drop-shotting right on the bottom. The rod has a
little stiffer feel because the real flex starts about 4-6 inches from
the tip-top, creating a unique action so you can shake the
jighead/finesse worm combination without moving the bait a lot. It
takes some practice, but it can really make a difference in your success
rate. There are two different power ratings available… a "mag light"
version and a "mag-medium". There’s a GLX spinning rod in the
mag-medium model and there’s a casting rod in the mag-medium, “fiber
blend" model. When the fish are tight to the bottom, this will get in
their face like no other technique! Shop G. Loomis ShakeyHead Rods
G. Loomis Bronzeback Series Spinning Rods - Smallmouth bass can be finicky at times. They are always ornery,
stubborn, difficult to catch and at times... downright mean, but boy can
they fight! From Minnesota to Maine, Michigan to Tennessee, Alabama
to the Columbia River of the Pacific Northwest, one thing remains true -
those “Brown Bass” are tough no matter where you find them. They’ll
test your temper, your patience and your tackle. We've spent years
fishing with and picking the brains of literally hundreds of anglers
that target smallmouth. We think you’ll like the results: the G.Loomis
Bronzeback Series – 16 different models covering every technique for
every piece of water where you find smallmouth. Whether you drag
lizards or tubes, swim grubs or toss crankbaits, these rods will do
everything you ask of them and more. They feature quick, responsive
tips that telegraph even the lightest bite. The GLX rods feature Recoil
guides. They are extremelyh light and are super-sensitive. The
mid-range rods feature our “fiber blend technology”, have Fuji guides
and responsive. The spinning rods have a special reversed reel seat
with a short fore-cork so you can put your finger on the blank. All are
finished in a beautiful Bronzeback Green/Brown. Shop G. Loomis Bronzeback Series Spinning Rods
G. Loomis Classic Steelhead Spinning Rods - These are the rods that put G.Loomis on the map. They are light,
sensitive and extremely efficient. In our opinion, the two most
important factors in a steelhead rod are sensitivity and line control.
It’s amazing… as big as these fish are, their bite is so subtle that if
you don’t have an extremely sensitive rod you can miss a lot of fish.
Drift fishermen, whether fishing from a boat or the shore, face many
variables. Water levels fluctuate depending on the weather. Some
rivers are low and clear, requiring light line and a stealthy approach,
while others are big and more off color, allowing heavier gear and no
finesse at all. Rod length is important! Anglers fishing small coastal
streams can get by with a short rod while longer rods work much better
on big rivers. A longer rod gives you a more direct angle of entry into
the water and that means less line drag from the current. Less drag
means more sensitivity and knowing what's going on at the end of your
line is what makes the difference. G.Loomis steelhead rods are designed
with a dynamic, sensitive tip and a moderately powered butt that allow
you to fish a variety of line weights and lure sizes. We make several
different lengths and power-ratings, giving you numerous options for
most fishing conditions. Select the rod that best matches your
requirements giving careful consideration to the different levels of
graphite performance. Shop G. Loomis Classic Steelhead Spinning Rods
G. Loomis Classic Hot Shot Steelhead & Salmon Spinning Rods - These are specialty mooching rods, designed for a single-action reel, so
common to those fisheries in the northern regions. It's a style of
fishing done from a boat by slowly trolling - motor mooching - or
drifting with the wind or tide. You need a rod that is powerful to
fight big fish, yet soft enough to allow the salmon to grab your bait,
feeling very little resistance. That makes them hang on long enough for
you to react and set the hook. Unlike standard mooching-casting rods,
these rods have a long foregrip and a short rear grip to allow you to
hold the rod ahead of the reel. It's a lot like usilng a powerful fly
rod, balancing nicely with the special single-action fly reels used for
this technique. The "STR" (steelhead) rods adapt well for float fishing
in the estuaries and rivers and are an excellent choice for silver
salmon. The "SAR" (salmon) rods are designed for fishing kings and large
silvers in tidewater, river mouths or in the open ocean. The long,
soft rods provide excellent line control which is important when these
critters get carried away near the boat and allow for any mistakes the
angler may make during the battle. GL2 makes them durable, yet light to
help keep the angler in control and with the reel attached behind the
long foregrip, they balance nicely. Shop G. Loomis Class Hot Shot Steelhead & Salmon Spinning Rods
G. Loomis Classics Spin Jig Rods - These are special, fast-action rods designed to give warm-water spin
fishermen the power and performance of a casting rod in a spinning
configuration. While many of these rods are similar to our casting
models in both actions and power-ratings, they are rated for slightly
lighter line because spinning reels traditionally don’t handle heavier
line as well as a casting reel and in most cases, using “heavy” line
(17-pound test or higher) drastically reduces casting distance and
performance, even with oversized guides. These rods were originally
developed for fishing soft plastics for smallmouth bass, but have since
been discovered by walleye anglers for vertical jigging applications as
well as grubs and light bottom-bounce rigs. There are five different
power “groups”, ranging from 2- to 17-pound test line. Many of these
rods are suitable for light saltwater use. They are powerful, efficient
tools capable of handling a variety of line and lures sizes. They are
just what the doctor ordered for bass, walleye and pike on the
freshwater side and you’ll find a number of ways to use them in light
saltwater applications. They are light, sensitive and extremely
accurate. The more popular models are available in GLX, IMX, GL3 and
GL2. Others are available in the most popular size and material based
on consumer demand. Shop G. Loomis Classics Spin Jig Rods
G. Loomis NRX Bass Spinning Rods - NRX is the culmination of what we have been doing at G.Loomis since day
one. We have been continually striving to build the best rod on the
planet. Laminates, resin, mandrels, components and the know how you
expect from us. These NRX rods look like nothing we have built before.
They feel better than anything we have built before. We aren't talking
about a little better here or a little lighter there... What we are saying so there is no confusion... " This is the Best Bass Rod Ever Built!" Period!! G. Loomis NRX Bass Spinning Rods
G. Loomis Escape Series Travel Spinning Rods -
Our free time has become more valuable than
ever and destination resorts are catering more and more to all segments
of the fishing market. Saltwater flats fishing is not just a fly
fishing thing anymore and add to the mix, destinations like Alaska,
South America, Africa and Australia and there is a very strong demand
for good quality travel rods in spin and cast. Traveling anglers
require flexibility in their equipment. Rods that will handle a broad
range of fishing challenges like ultra-lite trout and crappie action in
freshwater to snook and tarpon fishing on saltwater flats. As more
exotic fishing destinations are discovered, we find ourselves further
and further afield. Most anglers would rather lose their clothing than
their equipment. You can always fish in the pants and shirt you wore on
the plane. If it’s too hot, make yourself some cut-offs and you can
get by just fine, but you bought that high performance rod just for this
trip, so having it arrive two days late - or not at all - is NOT an
option. The last thing you want to lose on any fishing expedition is
your rods and reels. Fly anglers are taking spin or cast back-up rods
for windy, tough casting days and serious all tackle anglers are
discovering the advantage of "carrying on" pack rods. It’s systems
management for the traveling sport fisher and we provide the rods.
Escape travel rods are all three-piece. Each rod has very specific line
and lure ratings which, unique to the Escape Series include definitive
descriptions of what type of spin or cast rod each are as well as the
optimum line recommended, for example: the ETR75-3 ULS 4 is an Escape
Travel Rod, 75" in length, 3-piece configuration, Ultra Light Spin with
an optimal line rating of 4-pound test. Guides are Fuji “Alconite” and
handles feature cork grips with fixed reel seats. Each rod comes in a
handsome, protective rod sock and travel case. Shop G. Loomis Escape Series Travel Spinning Rods
G. Loomis Trout & Panfish Rods - Ultra-lite fishing is a heck of a lot of fun. Techniques vary from
small jigs or bait to micro-sized crankbaits and tiny spinners.
Matching rods to such a variety of uses is a challenge, but not
impossible. Our Classic trout & panfish (SR) rods are designed
primarily for small freshwater species, but as anglers will, they've
discovered a multitude of different applications for these light-duty
rods including bass fishing with small lures & soft plastics, shad
fishing with darts and tiny jigs, bonefish and seatrout fishing on the
flats with small grubs and jigs. The rods we've put into this series
have moderate to fast tapers with ultra-light to medium power ratings.
They are designed to protect light line, but don't let that fool you.
They are remarkably strong and can handle surprisingly big fish. We
offer a number of options in levels of graphite performance, length,
powers and actions. Some anglers prefer a short rod while others prefer a
longer rod, depending on the technique. It all depends on what you
look for in a light-duty spinning rod. Whatever your choice, we're
confident we've got all the bases covered... ENJOY! Shop G. Loomis Trout & Panfish Rods
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