What is the Dobyns Xtasy Swimbait rod designed for?

It is built for throwing large soft swimbaits and glide baits for bass. The Mag Heavy power gives the backbone to cast and work big baits, and the sensitive blank helps detect light pickups.

Is a two-piece swimbait rod a problem?

A two-piece rod stores and travels more easily, and modern ferrules hold up well. Some serious swimbait anglers still prefer a one-piece blank for the most solid hooksets on big fish.

What reel and line suit this rod?

Pair it with a low-profile or round baitcasting reel loaded with heavy fluorocarbon or braid. The rod is rated for big-bait duty, so match the line class to the lure weight you throw.

How does it compare with the Dobyns Champion series?

The Xtasy sits above the Champion line, with a Toray Nano graphite blank, Kevlar wrapping and Fuji titanium Torzite guides. The Champion costs less but uses different components and a less premium blank.

What is included with the rod?

The rod comes as a two-piece casting rod with a split cork handle and a unique serial number on each rod. A rod sleeve or case is not listed, so plan your own storage.

Who should buy the Xtasy instead of a cheaper swimbait rod?

Anglers who fish big swimbaits often and want a light, sensitive blank with top-tier guides. Casual anglers may find a mid-range swimbait rod covers their needs for less.

Dobyns Xtasy Swimbait Casting Rod 8'6" Mag Heavy DRX 867 SB

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Dobyns Xtasy Swimbait Casting Rod 8'6" Mag Heavy DRX 867 SB

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Our take on the Dobyns Xtasy Swimbait Casting Rod 8'6" Mag Heavy DRX 867 SB

The Dobyns Xtasy is a premium swimbait casting rod built on Toray Nano graphite with Kevlar wrapping, Fuji titanium Torzite guides and a painted Fuji graphite reel seat. It is a two-piece rod with a split cork handle, aimed at anglers throwing big soft swimbaits and glide baits for bass. Against cheaper swimbait rods it stands out on blank sensitivity and guide quality, and owners of the Xtasy line generally rate the build and finish highly. The trade-offs are the two-piece construction and the price tier of the Xtasy series, so it suits committed swimbait anglers more than casual weekend casters.

Best forSwimbait and glide bait fishing for largemouth and smallmouth bassAnglers who want a sensitive, light premium blankFishing from a boat where a two-piece rod stores easilyBuyers upgrading from a mid-range swimbait rod

Pros

Toray Nano graphite blank with Kevlar wrapping for strength and sensitivity
Fuji titanium Torzite guides reduce line friction and hold up to braid
Painted Fuji graphite reel seat locks a baitcaster firmly
Split cork handle keeps weight down and gives good grip feel
Each rod carries a unique serial number

Cons

Two-piece construction adds a joint that some anglers avoid on big-bait rods
Xtasy is Dobyns' top line, so it costs more than the Champion or Fury series
Mag Heavy power is too stiff for lighter lures and finesse presentations
Split grip and long rear handle take getting used to for some casters

Dobyns Xtasy Swimbait Casting Rod 8'6" Mag Heavy DRX 867 SB prices at every store

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Dobyns Xtasy Swimbait Casting Rod 8'6" Mag Heavy DRX 867 SB price history

Lowest price we've seen: $502.49 on Nov 11 at The Rod Locker. Tracked across 1 store since Nov 11.

What reviewers say

Owners of the Dobyns Xtasy series praise the sensitivity, light weight and quality components, and many say the rods feel more expensive than they are. Swimbait anglers like the backbone for big baits, though some prefer a one-piece blank for heavy swimbait work.

What people mention

SensitivityPraisedOwners say the Nano graphite blank telegraphs soft bites and bottom contact well.
Build qualityPraisedFuji Torzite guides, the painted Fuji reel seat and Kevlar wrapping are cited as premium touches.
Two-piece designMixedSome anglers accept the two-piece blank for storage, while others prefer a one-piece for heavy swimbait fishing.
Power and actionMixedThe Mag Heavy power gets praise for big baits but is called too stiff for lighter lures.
ValueMixedBuyers rate the components highly but note the Xtasy line sits above Dobyns' cheaper series.

About the Dobyns Xtasy Swimbait Casting Rod 8'6" Mag Heavy DRX 867 SB

The shaft is Toray Nano graphite with Kevlar wrapping. It has Fuji titanium Torzite guides and a painted Fuji graphite reel seat. The split grip handle is cork. Each rod carries its own unique serial number.

Pieces: 2
Rod type: Casting rod for baitcasting
Power: Mag Heavy
Action: Medium Fast
Lure weight: 1/4-3/4 oz
Target species: Smallmouth
Shaft: Toray Nano graphite
Reinforcement: Kevlar wrapping
Guides: Fuji titanium Torzite
Reel seat: Painted Fuji graphite
Handle: Cork, split grip
Weight: 0.3 lb
Serial number: Unique number on each rod

Specifications

Length: 6'10"
Rod Type: Fishing Rod
Fishing Weight: 6-12 lb (line weight)
Action: Medium Fast
Line Weight: 10-17 lb
Weight: 0.3 LB
Fishing Method: Baitcasting
Targeted Fish Species

Questions and answers

What is the Dobyns Xtasy Swimbait rod designed for?: It is built for throwing large soft swimbaits and glide baits for bass. The Mag Heavy power gives the backbone to cast and work big baits, and the sensitive blank helps detect light pickups.
Is a two-piece swimbait rod a problem?: A two-piece rod stores and travels more easily, and modern ferrules hold up well. Some serious swimbait anglers still prefer a one-piece blank for the most solid hooksets on big fish.
What reel and line suit this rod?: Pair it with a low-profile or round baitcasting reel loaded with heavy fluorocarbon or braid. The rod is rated for big-bait duty, so match the line class to the lure weight you throw.
How does it compare with the Dobyns Champion series?: The Xtasy sits above the Champion line, with a Toray Nano graphite blank, Kevlar wrapping and Fuji titanium Torzite guides. The Champion costs less but uses different components and a less premium blank.
What is included with the rod?: The rod comes as a two-piece casting rod with a split cork handle and a unique serial number on each rod. A rod sleeve or case is not listed, so plan your own storage.
Who should buy the Xtasy instead of a cheaper swimbait rod?: Anglers who fish big swimbaits often and want a light, sensitive blank with top-tier guides. Casual anglers may find a mid-range swimbait rod covers their needs for less.
Where is the Dobyns Xtasy Swimbait Casting Rod 8'6" Mag Heavy DRX 867 SB cheapest?: At The Rod Locker, for $502.49, as of our latest check.