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G. Loomis GLX - 10 wts

G. Loomis GLX - 10 wts


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Review Abstract
The G. Loomis GLX 10 wts is a “lightweight,” “good looking” rod that offers “simple loading” and “makes casting all day a dream.” The “comfortable” gripping handle allows fishing enthusiasts to cast a line “effortlessly.” The unit gives a “reliable” performance in windy conditions. Several reviewers credit this rod for improving their casting distance.


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Review Date
October 31, 2002

Overall Rating
 5 of 5

Value Rating
 4 of 5

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Reviewed by: gemer ,  50+ days a year , from bozeman montana

Price Paid:  $0.00

Body of Water:
madison, and gallatin rivers

Favorite State:
montana troutland

Summary:
well balanced with high line speeds but
'almost' medium action {9' 5wt}. great feel, powerful, versitile versitle.
throw hunking stoneflys or #20 tricos with pleasure.

Strengths:
sensitivity to weight class ratio:
great for the 'lightliner' that needs one rod for mt. stream and for open river.

Weaknesses:
haven't broken yet but seems like you have to treat anything with a tip like this like you would your child.

Customer Service:
not tested

Similar Products Used:
pretty much all
compare scott s3 superply



Review Date
August 2, 2000

Overall Rating
 4 of 5

Value Rating
 4 of 5

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Reviewed by: Anonymous User ,  40 days a year , from Dobbs Ferry, NY

Body of Water:
Cape Cod

Summary:
It is worth the money

Strengths:
Very light for casting all day. Match it with a good light reel. Great Distance.

Weaknesses:
Breaks way too easy. Treat it like an egg.

Customer Service:
excellent. I have sent the rod in 4 times in 3 years for repair/replacement. No questions asked

Similar Products Used:
Sage, Orvis



Review Date
January 17, 2000

Overall Rating
 5 of 5

Value Rating
 5 of 5

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Reviewed by: JOHN LEES ,  50+ days a year

Body of Water:
BAHAMAS --

Favorite City:
EXCUMA

Summary:
Worth every dollar

Strengths:
easy to cast loads very well and handles a nice bone fish run every time.Great rod to get on a plane these days.

Weaknesses:
Treat it as if it were an egg, esp the tip section.

Customer Service:
Thank God I haven't had the need.

Similar Products Used:
Orvis



Review Date
September 2, 1999

Overall Rating
 5 of 5

Value Rating
 5 of 5

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3.00 of 5, 1 votes

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Reviewed by: Robbie Shumaker ,  50+ days a year

Body of Water:
flats --

Favorite City:

Favorite State:
Quintanaroo

Favorite Country:
 mexico

Summary:
With all the rods I own this is the best. Whether fishing for tarpon,bones are permit this is a good all around rod. Plenty of back bone for larger fish but capable of fine cast like to bones.

Strengths:
the best rod I've ever used in strong facing winds. extremley light for 10wt. makes casting all day a dream

Weaknesses:
I with the fighting but was just a little larger.

Customer Service:
I've only had one repair sent in and they returned it replaced immediately for a small shipping fee.

Similar Products Used:
imx gloomis, gl3, both these rods are great but honestly they don't compare the the glx.



Review Date
August 6, 1999

Overall Rating
 5 of 5

Value Rating
 5 of 5

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Reviewed by: Grant Hartman ,  50+ days a year

Body of Water:
Baja --

Favorite City:
Cabo

Favorite State:
B.C.S.

Favorite Country:
 Mexico

Summary:
Great rod, Casts like a dream, My favorite rod for roosterfish. Puts a full line out without effort!

Strengths:
Light wieght, Casts beautifully, Great looking.

Weaknesses:
Has a tendency to break more than it's competitors if you mis apply power.( Lift)

Customer Service:
Service is great.

Similar Products Used:
Sage, Orvis, Thomas and Thomas, Scott, Powell,



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