I think you are right on about the Bronzeback series, they are incredible rods. The way they are built and the way a smallmouth fight go together. They offer a Bronzeback rod for almost every application also. I own a Bronzeback and it is awesome.
The Mossyback series is also a great way to go. Both of those models are great and really good sellers for us here at Anglers Outpost.
As you probably know with G-Loomis every rod is desgined for a certain purpose, so it really depends on what you are wanting to do with this rod.
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