G-loomis Question ?

[SHAFT]

What does the gl2 stand for ? I have also seen gl3 whats the difference , is one a better grade than the other ?

[Blue_R70]

My guess is that it stands for "G Loomis 2," an improvement over their previous generation IM-6 graphite. GL3 is the next graphite in their lineup of composites. The difference between the two: GL3 is lighter, more sensitive and a bit more responsive.

Next up in lightness and sensitivity would be IMX and GLX, respectively. And the various blends that fit somewhere in between...

[BIG DADDY BLUE RANGER]

basically the same answer.... it's a higher grade modulus graphite... which means lighter, crisper, and more sensitive. typically all better qualities for worm and jig applications but not neccesarily for reaction baits.... This also means thinner and less durable,,, I've broken my share,, but its a compromise most consider worthwhile.

I own about a dozen Looomis' that were bought before they expanded the line with all the specialty applications they have today. For me (just my own opinion disclaimer) I would much rather use a GL2 model (ie the MBR783) for cranks or anything with small treble hooks. The GL2's have a slower response and more tip deflection due to the lower modulus and thus better suits my needs for those applications..... again, they have since come out with the crank bait series which fills that nich better... I prefer the IMX series for single hook reaction stuff like blades and buzzers where a light weight, heavy action rod with more sensitivity is better for my style...

[David Rogers]

FYI, Shimano bought G-Loomis rods so basically you are now just buying a high end Shimano. I have 3 G-Loomis's, 1 GL3 spin rod and 1 GL3 jig rod and I returned my GLX $325.00 rod because the eye fell out of it after my second trip, my GL3 jig rod now has 2 eyes missing. One of my favorite rods is a Abu Garcia jig rod made in sweedan, I have beat the death out of it over the last 10 years and it still in perfect shape, no missing eyes. I have 3 Shimano rods that I have had forever and they are still perfect. I will be buying a new shimano jig rod soon, you can not beat the $15.00 return policy campared to $35.00 to $50.00 depending on the mfg. My Shimano crucial drop shot rod is awesome, if a fly lands on it I feel it and it can handle a 10 lb bass, caught one on it 3 weeks ago

[Blue_R70]

FYI, Shimano bought G-Loomis rods so basically you are now just buying a high end Shimano.

It's almost ten year old news that Shimano bought Loomis. Buying a Loomis rod doesn't make it a "high end Shimano." Loomis operates as a separate entity and their products aren't re-badged Shimanos. That's like saying if someone buys a Mercedes Benz product, they bought a re-badged Dodge (Does Chrysler still own a large chunk of MB? Or did they sell it off?)...

[David Rogers]

Hi Blue_R70
I have personal experience in this same situation, I just went though hell for 2 years because one company that bought another company did not want to spend the money it took to do things right, when all was said and done there was about $10 million worth of lost business and un believable stress. It all depends on the company that is buying the other company. If I bought a company, I would make sure things are running the way I felt were to my standards. You can bet that Shimano good or bad is over seeing G-Loomis one way or another, if not, it would be bad business, so the end product is determined my Shimano not G-Loomis unless Shimano is completely hands off and I dought that.

[brambo0311]

From what I have heard, Shimano bought loomis for there graphite technology. Shimano doesnt just make rods and reels, allot of there stuff is bike components, clutches and stuff. I have heard that fishing is only a small percentage of what shimano is. I think they are incorporating some of loomis technology in there higher end rods from what I can see. but they are still not a loomis. Loomis is still separate. But this is all tackle shop rumors so I dont know for sure.

[dockboy]

Shimano buying Loomis really didn't affect the Loomis brand. Shimano more or less bought them because Shimano rods were so-so when compared w/ Loomis graphite at the time. Obviously, Loomis isn't the leader in rod design anymore... not to say they aren't awesome rods. I build a lot on Loomis rods.
If you want a rod for any reaction bait with trebles, the Crankbait series is the way to go. I don't use the Spinnerbait series; I like something more like the GL2s for buzzbaits and spinnerbaits. But they are high quality, sensitive blanks, and are great for plastics and jigs too. The Back Bounce 963 and 964 GL2 series are good small-medium swimbait rods. The MB783 or 843 is probably one of the most versatile bass rods ever made, in whatever graphite style you choose. I use a GL2 PR8445 for fluke fishing; great rod. And it throws a small crank or smaller Spook styles real well too.

[fishermanswarehouse]

GL2 means that the rod is made up of standard graphite. Gl3, IMX, GLX are models that are made up of more advanced materials. If you have any more questions concerning G-Loomis rods, please feel free to give us a call.

209-239-2248.

Thanks and good luck.