St. Croix/Loomis/lamiglas

[Kevin Bogan]

We are seeing more and more St Croix's, Loomis and lamiglas rods more than ever for repair. They all use the same "lightweight" guides, and the guide rings frequently break or crack. Also see a good shot of busted carboloy guides from wire line rods.
We offer guide repair services for these rods. call 732 892 8822.
we do not fix Shimano "Terez" rods

[JerseyCoast]

Why wouldnt a guy want to pick up a custom rod for half the price of these newer rods?? They are really cutting back on the components on many of these high priced rods lately and a fisherman can get himself a Custom Fish Poison for dam near half the price, if not less in some cases!!!

I have to agree with you Kevin...... these expensive rods are breaking more now than ever!

[arat]

Can't speak for laminate or loomis but st croix has Keegan guides on all there new rods. Much more durable guide. Less exposed ceramic very durable.

[awavefromher]

i own a few of each, this past summer i purchased a fish poison for black fishing and was so impressed that i bought six more rods to cover other species inshore and off shore. mass produced rods are ok but don't have the quality of a rod like Kevin Bogans. its christmas time just ask the wife to stop in at his shop and get a gift certificate, then go and personally discuss your rod preferences with Kevin, he will guide you as to any and pro's or cons, and build you your own custom for less than most mass produced cost, and Kevin stands behind his work with warrantee!

[JerseyCoast]

Originally Posted by arat

Can't speak for laminate or loomis but st croix has Keegan guides on all there new rods. Much more durable guide. Less exposed ceramic very durable.

About time..... As a rod builder.... it drives me crazy to see a quality blank, a decent layout....... but cheap guides!!!! I see it often..... its just one of those things!

[rubberheels]

When are you guys going to stop knocking Lami,St.Croix.and Seeker? Are you just jealous that they are GREAT? I'll take a Hercules over any Fish Poison! Love all the Lami's and St. Croix Legends. If you guys don't sell it you bash it.

[Kevin Bogan]

Originally Posted by rubberheels

When are you guys going to stop knocking Lami,St.Croix.and Seeker? Are you just jealous that they are GREAT? I'll take a Hercules over any Fish Poison! Love all the Lami's and St. Croix Legends. If you guys don't sell it you bash it.

Perhaps you don't understand what I was saying. The brands I mentioned use second rate hardware. Simple enough. When I get a chance I'll post photos so you can see. I suppose you don't mind the "Brown Stains" under your guide feet?