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Here's a review of the 701 L fast.

Looks like a winner.

John, instead on beating on possibly 1 negative why not just go ahead tell us how the Powell felt in your hands and how does the quality looked say compared to a GLoomis, Kistler and StCroix. I would like to hear your honest opinion while trying to leave the "Made in China" out of your hea...

Paul, thanks for your comments. The pics that I've seen no doubt shows some nice qualities. Powell reputation even makes its way on the eastcoast. By your remarks Paul I think the med action rip/crankbait rod might be to soft for me. Again the sole purpose of this rod will be ripping jerkbaits aroun...

Thanks Mark for your reply. Can you please explain more in detail how your 704CB feels. Can the rod move a Pointer 100 with ease or does it take some energy to move the bait. Does it have a nice Parabolic(spelling?) bend while fighting fish? I already have a glass Seeker MH thats awesome for the Poi...

From the eastcoast and there's no way in hell I will be able to see one never mind get my hands on one. Looking for a new ripbait rod for throwing larger LC's like Pointer 100's, 127's and 128's. Spoke with Keith via email and highly recommends the 706CB though I'm leaning towards the 686CB since I'...