7'6" xh Hammer vs. 764C Dobyn's

[jiggerjake]

Can anyone offer a comparison in the power and actions of the Hammer 7'6" xh (not the swim bait rod) and the Dobyn's 764c ?

[lperry]

I do not have that particular Hammer rod. I do have a couple of other Hammer rods and I am impressed with them. I have a Dobyns 764c and for a bottom dragger for C-rigs etc it is just ok. My thoughts are the Hammer would be a better rod but I really can't say for sure. But I really like the two Hammer rods I have.

[new2BC4bass]

Possibly some help. Hammer rods are apparently a lot of rod for the money.

http://www.bbcboards.net/showthread.php?t=798849

You can find some reviews on other sites as well.

[jiggerjake]

Thanks.I understand they are both good rods.I'm trying to decide which of these two would be a better choice for Glide baits,Ploppers,other moving treble hook baits in the 1-11/2oz range.My guess is the Hammer will be a little slower in action which is good.I just don't want it to be overpowering.

[Phippy]

Might want to wait for these.....Evergreen Combat. The 7'3" heavy glass looks perfect for the applications you mentioned.

[jiggerjake]

Might want to wait for these.....Evergreen Combat. The 7'3" heavy glass looks perfect for the applications you mentioned.

Very interesting.EG came up with a more affordable rod than the Heracles Leopard. Can't wait to see some reviews on them as far as weight and balance.TT should be on top it I would think.Thanks for the link.I may put in a pre-order for the 7'3"Hvy(not glass).Not too sure about the camo handle.Reminds me of the rods Jimmy Houston is selling.On a side note one of the videos I watched had Brett Hite explaining they are "exactly" the same as the Leopard rod that he was using.Sure it is,just $425 cheaper

[Dh0ckey11]

I wouldn't use the 764c for that application. I have done so before and lost too many fish on it. I'd recommend the 736CB Glass from the Dobyn's lineup. Can't comment on the Hammer rods, sorry!

[BigSexyPhoenix]

Thanks.I understand they are both good rods.I'm trying to decide which of these two would be a better choice for Glide baits,Ploppers,other moving treble hook baits in the 1-11/2oz range.My guess is the Hammer will be a little slower in action which is good.I just don't want it to be overpowering.

Ive got a 7 foot heavy and extra heavy hammer and I think the extra heavy would be good for the baits you mentioned. It's a stout rod but still has a pretty nice action to it. Call and talk to Brian at the Tackle Trap and he will be able to tell you for sure because I haven't personally thrown anything that heavy with mine.