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numbskull · 12-11-2011, 08:04 AM

Something to consider

I am a big fan of moderate action GSB rods and I've got a GSB 1081L and GSB 1081M, (as well as an XRA1083).......all wrapped conventional. I like them all. That said, however, I think you might do well to check out some faster action rods in the 9 foot range as well. I know Flap used a light 9 foot Loomis that always impressed me. I think both CTS and Century make 9 foot 2 piece blanks. There are also a couple of St Croix options I've not cast.

My thought here is that, when using spinning tackle with shorter rods and lighter lures, blanks with faster action than the GSB series give you better distance and fish handling mid-shaft power.
As I see it the real strength of the GSB rods is when you are throwing heavy stuff in difficult terrain using long rods, or when you want to throw a wide range of stuff with a single rod. Then their toughness, versatility, and comfort become major benefits that offset any loss of distance or lifting power the softer action causes.

That said, I am pretty sure you would be very happy with a GSB1081L wrapped as a light spinner. Just that there are plenty of other good options out there, too.

12-11-2011, 08:04 AM	#6
numbskull Oblivious // Grunt, Grunt Master iTrader: (0) Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: over the hill Posts: 6,682	Something to consider I am a big fan of moderate action GSB rods and I've got a GSB 1081L and GSB 1081M, (as well as an XRA1083).......all wrapped conventional. I like them all. That said, however, I think you might do well to check out some faster action rods in the 9 foot range as well. I know Flap used a light 9 foot Loomis that always impressed me. I think both CTS and Century make 9 foot 2 piece blanks. There are also a couple of St Croix options I've not cast. My thought here is that, when using spinning tackle with shorter rods and lighter lures, blanks with faster action than the GSB series give you better distance and fish handling mid-shaft power. As I see it the real strength of the GSB rods is when you are throwing heavy stuff in difficult terrain using long rods, or when you want to throw a wide range of stuff with a single rod. Then their toughness, versatility, and comfort become major benefits that offset any loss of distance or lifting power the softer action causes. That said, I am pretty sure you would be very happy with a GSB1081L wrapped as a light spinner. Just that there are plenty of other good options out there, too.