Lamiglass Walleye Rods

[REW]

I have been looking at a couple different models of the Walleye Series rods from Lamiglas.

Has anyone had experience with these rods?

They seem very light, very sensitive, yet are reasonably priced.

It is interesting to note that the Lamiglas factory and the G Loomis factory are not that far apart. I am wondering if there is any trading going on between these factories?

Take care

REW

[REW]

It was interesting, I thought that the Lamiglas factory and the G Loomis factory were close together.

I put in the address of each factory - it turns out that they are exactly 1.26 miles apart.

It is interesting that the appearance and feel of the Lamiglas pro rods appear to be awfully similar to the Walleye series of G Loomis blanks.

It is also interesting to note that the product numbering on the Lamiglas blanks are the same as on the G Loomis. i.e. 721, 722 etc. as is the case for the G Loomis jig and spin rods.

Food for thought.

Take care

REW

[mtwalleye]

Hey REW:
Sounds suspicious. Do you think they're the same rods? You're tons sharper at this stuff than most of us here (definitely me) and if there's anybody who'd know, you would. -- mark
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[Homer]

Your post made me curious, so I checked out the Lamiglas site. One rod that really intrigues me is on their "Closeout" page. It is the BGS702L, 7'0" and rated for 4-10# line with moderate action for $79.99. Sounds like it might be a dandy live bait rod. I'm also interested if anyone else has any experience with these rods for walleye fishing.

[Bob G2]

Lamiglas was the training ground for Gary Loomis and the guy who started Sage(I know his last name was Green). I believe Gary Loomis was the chief rod designer for Lamiglas. After he started out on his own, he formed LCI (Loomis Composite Industries), sold that off, then started G. Loomis Rods. Sage is also in the same neighborhood, as was Fenwick before they were bought out. Their close proximity has alot to do with being close to new developments in graphite engineering and
technology whose biggest customer is the aerospace industry. Probably a good reason why K2 skis are made out that way too.

Lami's are very well known for their rugged durability. However, as you know, we do not see a wide selection of their rods or blanks in this area as you would G. Loomis. I know I have overlooked them when considering blanks many times. I have built out a couple of their blanks, but while very durable, they were older technology graphites
(33 mil modulus). I too would be interested in seeing their newer stuff. They are very well known on the West Coast, maybe some of the Oregon/Washington guys can run with this a little more.

[Mr Twister]

I have been using the Lamiglas rods for about 8 years. I carry about 10 different sizes, and series in my boat. I feel they are comparable to many of the top brand rods on the market today and when checking, you will find the pricing very competitive. If you want to spend the big dollars, check out there titanium/graphite rod that they have won many awards for in the fishing industry. The rod is totally awesome and does exactly what they say. They aren't popular out here in the Midwest but from expereinces working Sport Shows, when you move west abit, every fisherman seems to know about Lamiglas and has one or wants one. That seems to say what the public thinks of them. dakota Tackle in Bismarck, ND stocks some of the rods and special orders them quite frequently. One of the Lamiglas ProStaff people live in Bismarck and has many of the models for you to inspect also. If interested or curious give Dakota Tackle a call.

[Starfish]

Lamiglas makes some great rods, but I consider them pretty different than the Loomis rods. I have several of each, mostly salmon and steelhead rods, and overall I prefer the Loomis's. But probably the best steelhead drift rod I've ever seen is the titanium Lamiglas-- mine is 9'2" rated for 6-15 pounds (baitcaster) and it's incredible. The titanium is just a sleeve on the lower end of the rod, improving the energy transfer to the reel seat.

This week I was looking at a titanium walleye rod-- TBS 661 Lamiglas, 6-1/2 foot rated 6-17 lb test. I felt it was misrated, because the tip appeared much too soft for the stated lure weights (1/4-5/8 oz.). I thought it would be perfect for 1/32 to 1/8 oz. jigs on 4-8 lb test, but I already had that covered with a Loomis so I passed on a miracle deal. (I could still get hold of it for about $170 if anyone's interested.) I'd love to see the same rod in a 602 or 662 rating.

Overall, I love Lamiglas rods but I'd suggest avoiding their lower-end rods. I've had friends that had trouble with breakage on the cheaper ones (G500, G1000) but I've never heard complaints about Certified Pro, LHS, TBS, or EC rods. I definitely don't believe that they're the same blanks as Loomis-- not better or worse, just different.