Thanks to all of you for the info. This place is like a University of bass
knowledge.
I think I'll pass on the xps and go with another St Croix.
I also like the fact that they are American made.

Thanks again

Jim L
"Steve @ OutdoorFrontiers" wrote in
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"Charles B. Summers" wrote in message
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I still say that my first bass caught on a worm was due to this rod. Then
again, before that I was using an Ugly Stik! (Never caught anything on
that damn rod....)

Ugly Sticks are best suited for uses where sensitivity is not an issue,
such as trolling or livebait fishing for catfish. Like I said about the
Extreme Rods, the sensitivity is decent, but I just don't like the balance
of the rod. It's not a St. Croix, that's for certain.
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Steve @ OutdoorFrontiers
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