Will the folks that have built on the NFC Pelagic 705-1(SM LMX) please share you insight on how the blank performs, how much backbone does it have, lifting power etc…?

Thanks!



Edited 2 time(s). Last edit at 10/04/2022 09:39PM by Steven Stanely.

That blank should be similar to the G Loomis Pelagic series rods the PS 84-40 blank, the PSR84-40C rod. I had a 20 and 30 lb. years ago and particularly loved the 20. I gifted it so a young man who wanted to learn to sturgeon fish with his dad. His dad's rods were a bit much for the kid to handle well, but the 20 was perfect for him and still had enough skookum to bring in a sturgeon up to the 6 ft. from shore, a bit more from a boat where you could follow the fish. I used them as general trolling and boat rods, fresh and salt, sensitive tips you can feel and see.



Edited 2 time(s). Last edit at 10/05/2022 01:06AM by Spencer Phipps.

I have 703 and 704 but not 705. The 704 performs like a medium moderate but has a lot of power. The 703 is a medium light moderate ... maybe a hair faster than the 704. They're two of my favorite walleye and smallmouth rods. Very versatile. While this isn't the 705 I hope it's helpful.

Thanks, I have two 705’s on the way. I believe the blank is exactly what I need to suit my customers want.

Steven, I'm assuming this will be used with 3 ounce tipped jigs for red snapper. Please post back with results. I have the same blank but didn't respond as I have not built it yet. I'll be very interested in your results.

Russ in Hollywood, FL.

Sure thing, still waiting on the blanks to arrive. I’ll get it built and give post the feedback I receive from the new owner.