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Opinions - Jigwrex Vs Blue Rose
May 10, 2011, 07:45:00 AM
Guys,

Just sold my T Curve 200 Spin and looking to upgrade to another Jig Spin Rod.
I am considering at this stage, Jigwrex or Blue Rose.

Can anyone provide me with some advice on these sticks?

Thanks Ben

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Re: Opinions - Jigwrex Vs Blue Rose
May 10, 2011, 01:27:39 PM
Ben, I cant comment on the Blue Rose much but i own a whole slew of Jigwrex's from PE 4 to PE 8 and have used them for everything from bait fishing for Sailfish to jigging for Sambos. I like them, never had an issue with them and have fished some reasonably high drags on the 508 (12kgs or so) and it worked the 500g jigs well. Its a budget class of rod, (around A$ 230 in Singapore) but they all perform well. I like them as short boat rods for livebaiting for Sails in Malaysia as they are easy to transport, handle the fish well and have some beef when its needed. My 11 yr old son was using the PE 4 version with no assistance. I have read, a long time back, a detailed report about the Blue Roses and their carbon content etc, but cannot remember the result. Another rod series that is worth looking at are the Smith WGJ Offshore Sticks. I have the PE 4-8 spinning version and that handled Sambos brilliantly and is my heavier jig rod of choice. I bought it in Singapore and didnt think it broke the bank either.

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Re: Opinions - Jigwrex Vs Blue Rose
May 12, 2011, 04:54:15 AM
Correct me if I'm wrong, but aren't you comparing two totally different class of rods?
I've had the T-curve 200 deep jig like you. I sold it and got myself a Smith AMJ 54h in it's place.
Feels sooo much better than the T-curve but cost a little more.
I think the Smith rods have come down in price???

Chris Webster

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Re: Opinions - Jigwrex Vs Blue Rose
May 12, 2011, 07:39:11 AM
Apples and Oranges mate.

Tony is 100% correct. You cannot compare the two.

When you get up into the price range of the Blue Rose there are many rods you can get that are a mile ahead.

Personally, i use a Jigging Master Power Spell and its absolutely awesome.

Perhaps if you post some of the requirements you have for a jigging rod (i.e. weight class, target species, conventional or spin and so on) we would make a few informed recommendations.

Cheers,

Chris

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Re: Opinions - Jigwrex Vs Blue Rose
May 12, 2011, 04:49:48 PM
Totally agree, the Jigwrex is a low budget type of rod which can be had around $300 whilst the Blue rose are nothing around $600+, while the blue rose is nice looking rod and feel great, but personally I agree what was said above that there are many rods from a few different manufacturers that are miles ahead in the selection. 

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Re: Opinions - Jigwrex Vs Blue Rose
May 12, 2011, 10:00:35 PM
As mentioned, both similiar rods. The bluerose is a better rod, but when you look at the price, its double of what the jigwrex is. Personally if your willing to spend the money for the bluerose, id recommend you look into the jigging master or smith range, much better rods in every aspect. otherwise, the jigwrex is still a great rod for its price.

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Re: Opinions - Jigwrex Vs Blue Rose
May 12, 2011, 10:15:39 PM
Also Ben, which Blue Rose are you talking about?
If it is the .Full Gene 60 MD. then that it is a brutal rod.... absolute broomstick.

Chris

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Re: Opinions - Jigwrex Vs Blue Rose
May 15, 2011, 08:18:31 PM
Guys, thanks for the replies.

I will be pairing it with my 08 Stella 20000 SW.

I was thinking the Full Gene - Blue Rose.

Will be used for jigging; Amber Jack, Kings etc.
200-300g Jigs.

Thanks Ben

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Re: Opinions - Jigwrex Vs Blue Rose
May 16, 2011, 08:59:36 AM
Guys, thanks for the replies.

I will be pairing it with my 08 Stella 20000 SW.

I was thinking the Full Gene - Blue Rose.

Will be used for jigging; Amber Jack, Kings etc.
200-300g Jigs.

Thanks Ben

Hi Ben,

I think the Blue Rose Full Gene 60MD is way too heave for 200g - 300g jigs. Would be a great combo for 400g - 600g jigs as a got to rod when the hoodlums are on the chew.

Where is it that you will be targeting these AJ's and Kings? This may assist us in a recommendation.

Cheers,
Chris

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Re: Opinions - Jigwrex Vs Blue Rose
May 16, 2011, 01:35:33 PM
Hi Ben,

I have been using a Smith 55 Nirai for the last 3 years, am very happy with it and would recommend that you consider it. It will match your Stella 20000, get jigs 200 g to 300 g to move correctly and have plenty in reserve for larger jigs to 500 g, and is very forgiving on the angler. I find it doubles suitably as a PE 6 and PE 8 stick. 

Matt

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Re: Opinions - Jigwrex Vs Blue Rose
May 16, 2011, 03:05:17 PM
What Matt said! ;)
Greg 'FFF' Burt

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Re: Opinions - Jigwrex Vs Blue Rose
May 16, 2011, 04:10:25 PM
I've always been a Shimano man, but clearly there are some better options to be considered!

Mostly fishing Gold Coast, Straddie, Moreton and the Coral Sea.

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Re: Opinions - Jigwrex Vs Blue Rose
June 28, 2011, 10:11:41 AM
Jigging Master TKS or the new titanium rods are awesome.

Look into these before you make a purchase.

Cheers,

Chris

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Re: Opinions - Jigwrex Vs Blue Rose
June 28, 2011, 11:49:08 AM
Ben have you considered the synit DS350 or even the DS250.

Like the guys said the nirai is a great rod. I just find it a bit over kill for the average east coast kings.

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Re: Opinions - Jigwrex Vs Blue Rose
June 28, 2011, 12:06:34 PM
Guys - I ended up purchasing a Blue Rose B60MD for a great price - thanks for the comments.