Three letters synonymous with G. Loomis, it was the first graphite made strictly to build fishing rods starting back to 1993. G. Loomis now brings out the next generation with the introduction of 35 new GLX bass rods, offered in lengths, powers and actions for jig and worm, all-around G. Loomis Mag Bass, spin jig, flip-punch, ShakyHead and drop shot fishing situations.(GLX casting rods are now available at select tackle shops in the U.S. and Canada –
GLX spinning rods will be available in late 2016)
"When you first pick up any of the new GLX rods, anglers will quickly notice blanks up to 20-percent lighter and better handle design ergonomics," said G. Loomis product development manager Dave Brinkerhoff. "But where the rods really shine is the better balance that enhances to total, overall rod fishability. Many will ask how we could make our GLX bass rods better, but we did. It's the never-ending improvements in our manufacturing processes, our materials, better component, and add to that our own crazy passion for fishing. And now we're happy to share that with other bass anglers."
With 20 casting and 15 spinning GLX rods offered, anglers have a wide choice of specific models for their specific fishing techniques. There are 11 casting and six spinning 'Jig & Worm' rods, all with split graphite grips and in lengths from 6'8" to 7'5". Include in the line-up is the 6"8" GLX 804C JWR power rod for fishing in close around heavy cover, and the deep-water 893C JWR with enough tip to fish medium-sized jigs and soft plastics. The lengthy 892S JWR and 893S JWR spinning rods are ideal for open water use when casting tubes.
For all-around use for anything from Texas-rigged worms to spinnerbaits, the full-grip GLX 'Mag Bass' casting rods are offered in five models - 6'6" and 7', including the GLX 783C MBR, a versatile choice for fishing jigs and worms, as well as spinnerbaits. The all-around 'Spin Jig' spinning rods – in 6', 6'6" and 7' lengths and with split-grips, are ideal for lighter lures and smaller plastic creature baits. They include the 783S SJR, a lightweight, ultra-sensitive 6'6" rod with a fast, powerful taper for positive hooksets, plenty of fish-fighting power and excellent accuracy.
Anglers can flip and punch with four GLX FPR rods – two each 7'5" and 7'11" models – where the longer lengths contribute to accurate casting and the powerful blanks can haul fish out of heavy cover. G. Loomis' Brinkerhoff calls the GLX 894C FPR the best all-around flip/punch stick by providing enough power to manage big fish without feeling heavy or out of balance.
The new GLX line-up also includes two 6'10" dropshot spinning rods – a mag-light and mag-medium power, and a 6'10" mag-light power 'ShakyHead' rod.
To make the rods lighter than previous GLX versions, the new models feature specifically designed cork handle configurations with either reduced diameter fore grips, decreased hourglass shaped rear grips, or as with the spinning rods, a depression designed into the cork fore grip for added comfort. The better balance for overall swing weight is enhanced with a woven graphite sleeve on the rod butt cap. All the GLX rods have Fuji 'K' frame guides with SIC rings, and feature a special corrosion-resistant coating. G. Loomis provides a unique look with a fade paint process within the butt section.
As with all G. Loomis rods, the new GLX rods are handcrafted in Woodland, Washington, and are backed the G. Loomis' limited lifetime warranty and Expeditor Service. They retail from $420 to $465.
For more information on the new GLX rods, visit gloomis.com, call 800/GLoomis, or stop by your nearest G. Loomis tackle dealer.
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