Catching some real good Bass on my new Daiwa DX Swim Bait Rod.
Reel – Shimano 200 DHSV
Rod – Daiwa DX 8 Ft Heavy Swim Bait
Line – 20 # Vicious Fluorocarbon
Lure – Hud Gill Weed Less
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Trying out my new Daiwa DX Swim Bait Rod on Bass all Cast to Catch
You think the XH or the H would be better for 10” hudds, 7-9” soft weedless swimbaits such as battleshads and citizens and some bigger jig style hook swimbaits? I’m so in between
is it 1 piece or is it 2 pieces
what's the lure weigh?
How's the taper on that rod? Do you feel like it's too fast to throw lures with treble hooks?
Question… I am considering the DX 8' Heavy for 6.8"/7.8" Keitechs and A-rigs. Will this be enough rod or too much rod? I would also like to throw the Huddleston gill, 68 special, etc. Plan on using 20-25lb fluorocarbon.
Thinking about this for muskies. Can’t handle giant musky rods.
Quick questions does the tip of the rod have the guide insert just got mine it has it from start except the tip?
How's the rod? Holding Up?
Will the heavy be good for 8inch hudds or should i go for the XT HEAVY?
Hows the rod?
This was very helpful! I'm just getting into swimbait fishing, but have a very limited budget. The rod looks like it loads well when you need it to. I've had really good experiences with Daiwa rods and reels in the past, but it's always nice to get to see something in action. I might have to invest in one of those Huds too 👍👊
How has the rod held up?
What is the largest swimbait you can throw on that rod? I’m looking to buy one but don’t know which one to get.
I bet that can bring in an enormous 35 lb Red fish easy with my Shimano Tranx 500 on that baby,this rod is similar to the Shimano Trevala 8 ft. inshore rods same size same line weights.And they both have same long cork handle and grip. Daiwa just about 40 bucks cheaper than Shimano.
Got the Same combo
Another awesome video Mr. Ross. Another moose lol
I use the xhvy for saltwater!
Hey Ross! Why did you choose the DX heavy over the medium-heavy? I can’t decide on which Daiwa SB rod to get.
What rof is that hud Gill? Does yours swim straight or fall to the side?
Love the laugh after u catch one.
What reel is that your using?
I heard good reviews of the swim bait rod version. anyone here have the crankbait rod version?
What ROF is that gill?
Nice vid man, I picked up the xhvy cause im throwin 3 to 10 ounce baits and I love it, super nice stick.
I can get this rod for $85 right now if i hurry. I'm on the fence but this video is making me want it! I just wish it had an exposed reel seat…..
Nice catches 🎣. Love that Hudd bite. Give us a look at tfco.bigcartel.com when you get a chance.
dang thats thats a big fish
Where were you fishing?
Your gonna give Bill Dance a run for his money. lol
Dang Ross, your making me want to buy a Hudd Gill and I haven't even thrown my Matt Lures one yet. I picked up a Dobyns Fury 795SB rod, need a dang reel for her now, lol.
WoW!! Super nice fish! That bait looks like a winner. Wonder how it would work in the big lakes here in Central Florida. How do you like that Curado? Is it an older model? I'm in the market for a baitcaster and I've got my eye on the 200IHG.
Love that swimbait sir, awesome job Catching that Moose 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻 very nice swimbait Rod and reel👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻🎣🇺🇸
Nice fish. Like the chest cam. The pic was very clear. The bait holding up a lot better since u got it back. Take it easy Ross.