Quote Originally Posted by 00SKEETER View Post
I'm seeing more and more people using the Carrot Stix. I've heard nothing but good things about them. Is there much differece in the LTX and Gold models besides price? I have recently started using Powell rods and I'm pretty happy with them but I might have to see what all the hype is about with the Orange Stix.
Biggest thing between the two is Carrot stix' LTX seem to run softer than stamped IMO, I bought a rod for c-rigging and got a 7'9" xtra hvy and this thing is a broom stick until I set the hook and then it bows like a champ but yet it is light as a feather. and I paired it with my curado reel and this things a beast!!! But I had to step up in line size to 17 or 20 instead of 15# but I use fluro for all my slow baits and the diameter is smaller anyway. If you get one for worming, jigging, finesse I suggest a longer 7'2" to 7'9".

My shakey head rod is my lifeline to numbers of fish but out on a ledge with a long cast in hand - my new c-rig/jig rod totes the note! Best rod on the market for the money hands down IMHO. I do like the fact if it breaks I don't have to hand someone a $50 bill to get it replaced!!!!!