Great review and I’ve been on the Shimano wagon for 40 years and I agree regarding Tactical Bassin, and The EXPRIDE value. Thanks

Just perfect timing👌🏽been thinking about buying one, lets see if i Think the same at the end of the video

I just picked up the 7’2 MH and I’m liking it. Like you said the rod is a little stiff and it’s not quite as lite as I hoped it would be but it’s a nice rod.

I bought a first gen expride after being on tw’s wait list for 3 months. It’s my frog rod so sensitivity wasn’t way the forefront for me. I love it though it’s super light and feels great in your hand

I have to agree the Expride is a.bad ass rod! I mostly fish with NRX and Exprides A, the Exprides are worth the old prices and I love them! I do still fish some old Cumara rods but I actually like the feel of the Expride over the NRX on some models

I own two Shimano Expride A's, and simply love 'em. Thanks for sharing 👍

@justin5345

5 жыл бұрын

Yakoob Junior either of them happen to be the med lite + casting ?

@yakoobjunior9631

4 жыл бұрын

Justin, both of mine are the 168L-BFS/2 and expressly used for finesse fishing. Cheers

I’d really like to get some information and reviews on the expride 7’2 med lite + casting . Great review as always . Tacticalbassin is an awesome channel, they give great advice .

@decoyn-7782

5 жыл бұрын

The 7'2 ML is my favorite Expride rod... I've thrown 1/10oz Ned rigs, Tubes, finesse jigs, small swimbaits, and it's my go-to baitcasting rod for skipping wacky senkos under docks. I'm gonna be buying a 2nd one at some point. I've caught more fish on that one rod than all 4 of my other exprides I have.

@justin5345

5 жыл бұрын

DanQS13 would it be good for shaky heads , smaller finesse jigs weighing less than 1/2 oz , spinner baits and buzz baits ? Looking an all purpose casting rod , for lighter Applications but want some back bone to it .

@DavidHernandez-ve6jo

3 жыл бұрын

@@justin5345 did you end up getting that expride 7’2 ML because I’m looking look to use it for lighter bottom contact baits like 1/4 finesse jigs + trailer and 3/16, 1/4 t rigs with plastic do you think it will have enough back bone to set the hook or should I go with the 7’2 medium hvy

@justin5345

3 жыл бұрын

@@DavidHernandez-ve6jo no I never got around to buying one . Closest rod I have to an expride is a zodias 7’2 medium .

I’m loving the new(er) Shimano Rods I just got a Curado 172H yesterday and oh my lord I’m in love! If the Expride is anything like it I might have to buy it😳

@ethanpham5624

5 жыл бұрын

Ronin McTitty I have the 172H Zodias and it’s noticeably lighter than the Curado. And the Expride is noticeably lighter than the Zodias. It’s worth it.

@roninmax8189

5 жыл бұрын

ethan pham I felt both the zodias and the Curado in store and went with the Curado because I like a heavier cork rod for jigs and frogs, but I’ll probably get a zodias or Expride as a jerkbait/popper rod

@ethanpham5624

5 жыл бұрын

Ronin McTitty I get that. That’s why I went with the Dobyns champion and champion extreme for my frog and jig rods

I couldn’t agree more with @tacticalbassin Matt and Tim are the best

I own two nrxs and 4 exprides. All I can say is that the nrx has insane sensitivity! The exprides sensitivity is awesome too but in my opinion it is no where near the nrx. I still love my exprides though! I actually fish them more than my nrx lol great video my friend! Keep it up!

@weisswurstfruhstuck8523

2 жыл бұрын

I am choosing between an expride and a gloomis conquest I would get for a reasonable price even. Why would you say you enjoy fishing the expride over the nrs more often?! Would be helpful for my choice maybe. :) Greetings from Germany!

These rods are just amazing for that price point. I own 4 of them, 172mh, 170m_g, 176h-sb, and 173xh. I also have 2 Zodias, 1610m and 1610mh. I love them both, but Expride are my choice. I Bought most of them in Japan, because in France, we are restricted in choice, only 3 models are available (168mh-2, 166m and 173xh) . Due to import taxe, it was little more expensive but i don't regret. Do you have the Japanese certification ? CFRJ ? I have noticed that they don't all have the same tip ring. The coat on the reel seat can be "whitish" on rainy day. On the 170m-g i had some bubbles under the varnish. Like we said in France, to try is to get it. Totally agree, if you can afford it, go for it. Prices are increseased on some japanse shop, which s****

Review of Expride B would be amazing!

Great video, the Expride is hands down best bang for your buck. I must say I didnt get the same results comparing my NRX to either of my 2 Exprides. I use my NRX alot for creek fishing and the creek fish when they hit, it's like getting by a truck sensitivity wise compared to the feeling I get with my expride on the same small fish. But it may be because particular model differences, who knows. Again great review, and keep up the good work!

@AnimeNfish

4 жыл бұрын

What nrx model you got?

Nice vídeo. I await the video with the throwing tests.

Hey Reel Test! I really want you to do a review on the Abu Garcia Fantasista Premier rod. I've read it's reviews on TW and saw it's outstanding. It would be awesome if you could get your hands on it and review it for those who want to see it undergo the reel test! TIA!

awesome video. what line were you using? is there a hook keeper on the new model?

Yeah tactical bassin is my go to KZread fishing videos for sure, that's how I ended up getting my Curado 70 and 7'2 medium zodias

Not sure if anyone way down the list mentioned this but TW says the rods are made from C14 or CI4 (can't tell the difference between their 1's and I's) which is the same material as their reels. BTW, does it have a hook keeper?

Yeah I really love this Rod 😍

I have 5 of the Expride As, great workhorse rods.

Great video! Thank you from Russia)

I like the passion for fishing gear you have. quick question I was thinking about getting a zodias medium light for ned rigs specifically for river smallmouth. do you know of a rod cheaper than that that is proven to sling 1/16 oz lures and yet sensitive? And I'm talking spinning rod. Thanks

@michaelstrang8544

4 жыл бұрын

Brian Kohl check out the Nanoace rods by major craft. I’ve had a few and they’re pretty nice. But for finesse stuff, I would have to recommend going as expensive as you can. I use a GLX 852s for my finesse fishing and I love it. I fish hair jigs with it mostly and you can get them for more than 20% off when you shop on eBay. Another thing is the power that expensive rods have over cheaper rods. The backbone is crazy with the GLX spinning rods. Buy once, cry once. That’s my opinion.

Just wondering how many rods and reels u have. Good video

Are these blanks xtra fast or do they run moderate? I want it to load up and not have a fast shut off and keep the bass pinned.

What are you doing with the old x-pride? Did the tip slip off or break off when it happened?

replace the tip top guide? maybe? and maybe or maybe not move the next one a little further down. I'm awaiting delivery of two expride a tomorrow

Got to thinking: if I had a $350-dollar rod with a broken tip, I sure would not hesitate to have it repaired. It is a simple fix to replace the rod tip guide and move the lower guide down the blank. The fact is any good rod maker would fix you right up. I fixed my own rods a time or two and you cannot tell they were ever broken. The only one who will know is you. There plenty of instructional videos showing how to do it yourself on KZread it’s a shame not to fix it.

Now that the B models are in do you prefer the A model or B?

Bought mine before the hype 2 years ago and now I have the new Pioson Adrena.

@grandfishing590

5 жыл бұрын

To my metanium doc has shit gears so it ruins the sensitivity. When I had my chronarch it was flawless.

@nicetryb0z0

4 жыл бұрын

I just bought two adrenas and one has a chronarch Mgl it’s the most amazing combo ever I like it more than my conquest aldebaran mgl combo

@instantjizz

4 жыл бұрын

Which ones did you buy i cant decide between the 6'11 Medium+ or the 7'3 Medium Heavy. I am also curious about the Medium+ as i have never heard of this power designation before your input is much appreciated

Hmmmm,..How would you rate it against Dobyn's Champion & Extreme models? I'm debating which one for my Flipping and Pitching/PUNCHING setup?

@bass_n_guitar_8682

4 жыл бұрын

I think that the champ extreme punching rod is a little more sensitive then the expride I own bolth the champ extreme is a little more sharp crisp and a little more sensitive and the extreme looks sick!!!

@bass_n_guitar_8682

4 жыл бұрын

I think you should look at the poison adreana there more sensitive then bolth and just as light as my nrx

Can you please do a shimano intenza rod review compared to expride or poison adrena rod

Here in Europe the Expride M seems to be out of stock so i will be waiting for the new Bs to arrive anyway

Hey I thinking about buying one are two of theses rods but I was thinking what are theses rods made of fiberglass or graphite

Please include rod information in the description box

I possibly missed it but what length and action did you get ?

tactical bassin is the reason i just bought the new Expride B!

Fishing rods are like pizza the box costs more than the pizza. One-piece blank rods are the simplest to make and cost the least in materials. When you realize this, you can understand the profits of selling mass quantiles make millions. Any casting reel is much more costly to make than any rod at any price point. Daiwa sells compact collapsing rods in custom cases for around $200 dollars and they are good rods. You may not like Daiwa products because of the brand name but the proof is clear that good rods are still good rods. What do think costs more to make? You have a good system for testing reels that covers the specifications of the reels. Then you compare them with other models in the same price group this may not be an exactly perfect system but you are one of the few that do it. You can apply this system to rods just by using similar data. Price, material qualities, specifications, weight, comfort of use, casting performance, durability and design. China sells rods you know use good materials from the ones you used and tested. They also make mass amounts for American branded companies. The huge difference in price tells me rods are cheap to make that proves my point. You certainly are no fish-catching expert; but you are certainly an excellent fishing product testing and review source of information. I seldom can watch a TacticalBassin video to the end because they promote overpriced tackle and know it is. They surely are given tons of tackle and lures free; who do you know uses any lure costing a hundred dollars. They have built a business around advertising products. I respect your opinion more and think you are a better source of good information than they can ever be. They may be fewer honest successful business people however, you have to choose which you want to be. Being independent and honest is my suggested route. Impartial proven facts are what anglers want to know. I can watch hundreds of company sponsored advertising hand puppet channels don’t become one please.

You gotta review the new expride b now with the monocoque handle

My favorite rod 😍

fishing in SoCal, with a grain of salt from the Dobyns fury 7ft med-light and the disappointing replacement cost. I went with a 6'10 med-light expride to a 2500 stradic ci4+. The results comparing to the value are incredible but at the end of the day, no matter how light nor sensitive it didn't matter to bass who wouldn't touch a wacky robo but would destroy a nightcrawler in a heartbeat. On these days, if you cant beat them, why not join them.

took you long enough to upload a video.ahhahahah i almost email you asking why no update im dying without your content.. hahaha good video and review bro... keep up the good work

@THEREELTEST

5 жыл бұрын

Spirit Fox video coming up very soon brother

@muhdharith1808

5 жыл бұрын

THE REEL TEST isee xf50 competitor i heard a lot about it cant wait for your review

How does the cork feel? 😮

Are you planning on picking up one of the new poison adrena from shimano? I’m probably going to pull the trigger real soon on one

@THEREELTEST

5 жыл бұрын

yes but probably around black friday lol

@nicetryb0z0

4 жыл бұрын

The Fish Meister pull the trigger. It’s the best rod I’ve ever fished. Like it even more than my conquest and e6x

Been waiting for this video since I replied to a comment you made on another channel I forget if it was tacticalbassin or tackle adviser I sadly had to cancel my order do to bill:(

@THEREELTEST

5 жыл бұрын

Dont worry, these will be around for awhile

Is bantam a better rod to purchase than expride?

Can u use in saltwater i really want one for the way i fish

Can you do more tuning videos on some daiwas pls!!!!

Is the Daiwa Tatula Elite on order yet? It's been in stock for at least 2 weeks already at Tackle Warehouse. I was going to pull the pin, but I have a Digitaka coupon that I must use before the deadline first.

@THEREELTEST

5 жыл бұрын

I just bought like $1000 in RC buggies lol.. Ive been watching the prices on Ebay and Amazon and Im waiting for them to dip down under $200.

@Rascallucci

5 жыл бұрын

LOL. Come to think of it, the Canon 90D might be coming out any minute now. Damn!! LOL.

You should take a look at the Daiwa Sv light Ltd.

I didn't catch what model this is, did I miss it?

What is the warranty on the expride?

When you say Shimano rolls their own blanks, do they have a company over there? Or do they specify what they want? I'm very fascinated by how rods are made ever since I built a couple

@THEREELTEST

5 жыл бұрын

no they have their own facilities in Japan for rods, and maybe Malaysia.

Did you weigh the rods? How much do they weigh?

The Rap only look tighter because its small in Diameter!

Cork handles have a plastic wrapping on the handle. Should I remove it?

@THEREELTEST

5 жыл бұрын

its up to you, I keep them on as long as possible to keep the cork clean

@rschreck876

4 жыл бұрын

Yes, you should remove it. If you actually fish, you’ll realize why you should take the plastic off the cork.

@Ian_Hensley

4 жыл бұрын

THE REEL TEST have you tried cork sealer?

That old rod can be saved easily. Cut of the upper guide and glue on a new tip guide instead.

@THEREELTEST

5 жыл бұрын

Im saving the components for a custom rod in the future

Great review...why dont u start to reviewing spinning reels...it would b great to see tht...

Man the only thing holding me back from buying the higher end Shimano rods is there warranty... it’s horrible. I really like their rods, have a conquest and a zodias, but I’ll stick with loomis rods simply because of the warranty

@CallahanHarry44

5 жыл бұрын

Absolutely agree. Whenever you spend that kind of money for a rod you should get more than a year warranty! I have also heard horror stories of people trying to collect on that! There are other rods in this price range that have life time warranties and affordable rods with 5 year warranties. I just purchased a Dobyns Fury ($130) for froggin and it came with a life time warranty! I buy the Shimano reels but will not buy their rods because of that.

@Unspoke

3 жыл бұрын

@@CallahanHarry44 You should've upgraded to the Dobyns Sierra. The Fury isn't where it's at. The Sierra is more sensitive and has a slower action, meaning that the rod will load up more so you will use less of the tip, which means that you're able to use more power of the blank, use less of the tip (because if you use it too much then it will eventually snap off over time), and the slower taper will allow you to keep the off reacting as fast you can for froggin.

You should do a review on A 6th lux & sensor rod.

@THEREELTEST

Жыл бұрын

6th sense? Why would I review the knockoff when I can get the original?

Love Matt & Tim... @tacticalbassin

Can you compare the Expride A to the Poison Adrena?

@thedarkmittetoast7967

3 жыл бұрын

I have brocken 2 Adrena ... and my Expride are still there ...

@Unspoke

3 жыл бұрын

@@thedarkmittetoast7967 WHat does that mean? I also heard the same thing from another guy. Is the Poison Adrena that flimpsy?

@thedarkmittetoast7967

3 жыл бұрын

@@Unspoke I even brocken 3 Adrena, 2 old version, and the last new. It was the 172h. 1st time on a catfish, just pull it out of a brush then brocken a foot from the tip. The 2nd, happen long time after my frog hook side hit the rod, and one day, I just caught a keeper, get it to the float tube to brag it, and brocken ... the 3rd time, I was punching with a 3/4 Oz, get a bite, came off and the tungsten weigh hit the rod, I bend it 2 times and broken. But this time, no chance to replace it, so I'm done with this rods. Don't know if I'm unlucky or, but it surly has something to do with all this. The 2 first rod were replaced, but I wasn't asked for the Third one because it was 'my" fault.

@Unspoke

3 жыл бұрын

@@thedarkmittetoast7967 So, you're saying that the Adrena isn't worth it? What about the Zodias since it now has the X-wrap on it? Would the Zodias be considered better than Expride even though it costs less?

@thedarkmittetoast7967

3 жыл бұрын

@@Unspoke I don't know if it worth it or not, because it's the only Adrena I had. Nothing to compare to. I don't have any money to buy another one. In my opinion, I prefer the 1st get of Adrena, It feels more comfortable in my hand than the full monocoq handle. 1st gen of Zodias has hi power X too, If you don't have money, go for Zodias, if you can afford Expride that's great, but the price difference between Zodias and Expride is not big now that Zodias Price is increased. My friend just received his 16010M, nice one. Rod bend seems the same as my 1st gen. You can't go wrong with this two if you like Shimano product.

dat sh*t crispy!

Is it still worth it to buy expride A ?

but man you gotta take the shrinkwrap off the Expride and the price sticker off the Loomis :P

I really wanted to get one of these rods, but the reel seat is way to thin for me. I got big hands and it’s hard to hold on to. Wish they would put a more substantial reel seat on it

@THEREELTEST

5 жыл бұрын

yep, the old Expride was my first "thin" grip rod, hated it at first, now Im used to it.

So I'm a bit new to your channel, have you by any chance used a 13 Fishing Envy Black 2 series rods? I've been debating on either this or an Envy Black. For frogging and bigger baits in the 1oz range. I'm pairing either rod with a Lew's BB1 Pro.

@THEREELTEST

5 жыл бұрын

All I know is that 13 rods are prone to breaking. Im not risking spending this kind of money on that reputation.

@shmangledangle835

5 жыл бұрын

Yeah, I read a few reviews like that, not snapping of the rod but more in line of the resin around the guides cracking. I think that settles ot though. Expride it is. I plan on really working these rods so breakage of any kind is a turn off.

@shmangledangle835

5 жыл бұрын

St. Croix are nice rods. Personally in my hands I preferred the feel of the Expride over a lot of the rods I handled. After looking over the Lew's BB1 its size kind of bugs me. When I fish I'm out for at least 6 hours and because I frog fish where I go I'm working my bait very heavily nonstop. I can see myself getting fatigued with a BB1 in my hands. The Curado 200k was nice and small, perfect for my hands because they're small. I've never used the breaking system the Curado has because I've never owned a Shimano casting reel but the K felt every comfortable for me.

Which NRX were you using to compare with that 6’10” Expride A ?

@CoffeeIceScream

4 жыл бұрын

Might wana cut your videos down a bit. Don’t need all that fishin time before the catch IMO.

I prefer the look of the old rod expride.

I lost 6 fish yesterday and only pulled one out. Reason? Ass-sucking hooksets. Why? My Ugly Stik Elite has too little backbone with a mod-fast action. My uncle watched me lose fish after fish, and after washing up, we met up for dinner at my grandma's and he gave me HIS OWN Eupro TwinCraft casting rod!!! Can't wait to test it out!

Wish they’d offer the xpeditor program you get with Loomis rods. The garbage warranty keeps me from trying these.

@THEREELTEST

5 жыл бұрын

That would bump up the cost of these rods probably by $100. Alot of Gloomis rod costs are the warranty factored into the price

@Variable310

5 жыл бұрын

THE REEL TEST honestly might be worth it, the tactical guys say these fish like $400 rods.

you can send me the broken one....

I wanna see that go up against the megabass levante which is 60 plus bucks cheaper

@THEREELTEST

5 жыл бұрын

me too! send me a Levante and Ill do that

I hate the recoil guides on the NRX, it’s a no go with line to leader line knots.

@ryanmichael8870

4 жыл бұрын

I run braid to leader on all my nrxs without issue. Both spinning and casting. Braid anywhere from 12lb - 50

Your reel reviews are the best in the business. These rod reviews need work though. Just saying.

@THEREELTEST

5 жыл бұрын

nah, my rod reviews are also the best in the business lol... just saying

@NuteAdams

5 жыл бұрын

@@THEREELTEST 🤣👍

Super bummed out. I waited for an Expride for 5 months and eventually gave up and bought a st Croix. Seems like some excessive back order for a rod.

@smoovefishing

5 жыл бұрын

Missouri Fishing the reason is because they dropped the price and they are worth double the price they are asking that’s why everyone is getting them!

@davej6838

5 жыл бұрын

smoovefishing I’ll get one eventually. Just got tired of waiting!

can you cut that broken one and send it to me? would like to use the handle for my kid to play with his reel. shoot me a price and shipping

You planning to get the new GEN 3 Poison Adrenas? The JDM exclusive Exsense Infinity is also pretty sick. These rods have the new Spiral X Core technology that is 10-15% stronger than the old Spiral X. I got some videos on my channel for these rods.

@THEREELTEST

5 жыл бұрын

Im getting a 7'2H unless shimano comes out with different models between now and black friday

Not better than nrx but most definitely a high quality rod for mid level cost

Holy shit dude, I’d thought you died haha

Snapping your wrist at the end????? Didn't see you snap anything at the end of all of your cast! What is that supposed to do?

I have two older models love them.

@thatonebeone

3 жыл бұрын

i just got mine.. is yours made in china ?

@craigm5751

3 жыл бұрын

@@thatonebeone probably, I got mine out of Japan

X wrap technology is a joke if you put it against Nissin (Ares) or Olympic Graphiteleader. Ofc that doesnt mean that rod isnt good, im proud owner of 7''2' H model

I do that 100ft cast with any rod i find thats its the reel not so much the rod and of course a lot of practice !!!!!

nice

Rodtest

More sensitive than the Zodias? That's saying a lot because I own a Zodias and it's pretty sensitive.

@THEREELTEST

5 жыл бұрын

I found my Zodias to be mediocre to be honest.

@ddm62571

5 жыл бұрын

@@THEREELTEST For the price range though $189 (Which is med level for rods) the Zodias it's sensitive. I'm feel almost everything when I dropped shot, weeds or rocks on the bottom . The Expride though is just on the highest level when it comes to sensitivity.

@apexenrichments8698

5 жыл бұрын

Same here, my 7'2" Heavy Zodias was nowhere as sensitive as my 7'2" Heavy Poison Adrena.

@ddm62571

5 жыл бұрын

@@apexenrichments8698 Wow! A $359 rod is more sensitive than a $199 rod? Shocking.

@decoyn-7782

5 жыл бұрын

@@THEREELTEST Zodias is a $200 that fishes like a $200 rod or even less on some of the Tapers. The Expride A is a $270 rod that fishes like a $350+ rod. Shimano didn't know what they had with this rod until it was too late. I wouldn't say it is as good as my Megabass Destroyer FMJ, but for $270 it pretty damn close.

Put clear coat on the cork it last for ever the stuff they put on the guides

@fishfever5923

5 жыл бұрын

No, don't put clear coat on cork, use U-40 cork sealer instead

@eugenejohnson8635

5 жыл бұрын

I have them on my rods they look awesome

Expride or poison adrena I'm in the market for a new rod

@darude1167

4 жыл бұрын

Why? I like to know more. Pros and cons between expride and adrena?

Doesn't Shimano own g Loomis ?

@baseballgod8065

5 жыл бұрын

Yes

Us Malaysians like 2-piece, because it is so much easier to keep in a car and bushwhack the Malaysian rainforests without too much trouble. 2 piece or one piece? My opinion is that there is almost no difference in feel. Modern rods are already so good you can't tell the difference.

last video i'm ever gonna watch from ur channel. u got greedy putting in so many ads dude

@michaelbrown9845

3 жыл бұрын

Upgrade to premium lol

I have doubt with newer Expride

@chur44

4 жыл бұрын

You shouldnt. It's amazing

You give zero specs on the exact rod you are using...This could be the glass xpride or not? We don't know..Couldn't you fill in the tackle info in the description like tactical bassin. This almost makes your video useless.

@bottomlinebassin2001

3 жыл бұрын

You can't look it up? Took me 30 seconds. Sheesh

Is the expride as good as the crocks on ur feet😂😂

@chur44

4 жыл бұрын

Nothing is as good as the crocs 👊

I'll stick with my Zebeco. Thanks

@EddieLindsay681

5 жыл бұрын

Why are you even watching this channel then ?

30 mins talk, too long of videos. Better read the official book to get the point. Or just share your users experience in 5 mins

Dobyns champion owns expride. Compare and see!

@Unspoke

3 жыл бұрын

And I thought my Extreme was average..if so, then how much more of the Expride.

Bro start off with the specs of the rod. No one cares how it looks

Now that the B models are in do you prefer the A model or B?