GBW Posted March 11, 2011 Report Share Posted March 11, 2011 As per the title, what are your thoughts on these Abu Garcia Vendetta Trigger Rods? I'm thinking the 7' M or 7' MH for crankbaits and jerkbaits. Thanks in advance. Geoff Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gregoire Posted March 12, 2011 Report Share Posted March 12, 2011 There was a post about these rods recently. I was at gagnon's the other day and picked one up and it felt nice and light. I own one as well, and find it a bit stiff Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ah_long Posted March 12, 2011 Report Share Posted March 12, 2011 they are nice.. but to me, they're not as refined as a Shimano Compre... on the side note, I also find the Veritas tip heavy as well Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MCTFisher9120 Posted March 12, 2011 Report Share Posted March 12, 2011 love there looks and design...too bad it's a abu Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kickingfrog Posted March 12, 2011 Report Share Posted March 12, 2011 Tackletour has looked at them: http://www.tackletour.com/reviewicast09rodsabugarcia.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GBW Posted March 12, 2011 Author Report Share Posted March 12, 2011 There was a post about these rods recently. I was at gagnon's the other day and picked one up and it felt nice and light. I own one as well, and find it a bit stiff I'm looking for the 7' M or MH action for trolling in the tinny or casting jerkbaits. they are nice.. but to me, they're not as refined as a Shimano Compre... on the side note, I also find the Veritas tip heavy as well TKS! love there looks and design...too bad it's a abu TKS Tackletour has looked at them: http://www.tackletour.com/reviewicast09rodsabugarcia.html TKS for the review! One thing to keep in mind is, this is a back-up rod so that is why the price point is where it is. I don't want to spend more then $100 on a rod for it to sit in my boat and or boathouse unused. Cheers. Geoff Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gregoire Posted March 12, 2011 Report Share Posted March 12, 2011 what species are you targeting? These rods run about 80 bucks. If you can get 20 bucks off, as shimano seems to be offering as a trade in rebate why not try a compre? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ah_long Posted March 12, 2011 Report Share Posted March 12, 2011 the compre has a lifetime warranty as well Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dara Posted March 12, 2011 Report Share Posted March 12, 2011 The last Abu I got, when my kids were 9 and 12 they used to fight over it. My daughter at 12 generally won and my son had to use it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GBW Posted March 12, 2011 Author Report Share Posted March 12, 2011 what species are you targeting? These rods run about 80 bucks. If you can get 20 bucks off, as shimano seems to be offering as a trade in rebate why not try a compre? walleye using jerk and crank baits. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gregoire Posted March 12, 2011 Report Share Posted March 12, 2011 walleye using jerk and crank baits. I prefer a really stiff rod for jerk and crank baits so the vendetta might work. Depending on your preference you may find this rod too stiff. From what I have read a lot of people seem to prefer a softer rod for the techniques you mentioned. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GBW Posted March 12, 2011 Author Report Share Posted March 12, 2011 looks like I will have to test out a few when I get the reel to see what's a nice fit then. as for the compre, I don't have anything to trade in right now to save me the $20. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rombo Posted March 12, 2011 Report Share Posted March 12, 2011 Just bought one at bass pro. 6'6" med. It is a little stiff but should suit my needs. Now just need some soft water, hopefully next weekend!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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