Celebrate life brother! I have survived two attempts on my life from bad people. I am glad to be alive. About 10 years ago, I had the most terrible period in my life. Everything in my life went to crap all at the same time. My friends could not believe I did not turn to drinking or drugs or just give up. I knew things would get better and they did. I eventually got married to a beautiful woman and we now have a beautiful daughter. I have no time for depression. Anyways, time to talk fishing rods. Have you noticed any difference in sensitivity between a one piece fishing rods versus two piece fishing rods? Have you tried the new Dobyns Sierra Trout and Panfish Series rods?
What’s up Brandon!? Wow man you MADE it through the worst and was rewarded with the best a beautiful family!! Thanks for sharing your story! Glad you’re here with us! 💪🏼💯🔥 I have only fished a Phenix Iron Feather 2 piece, vs all my trout rods I have are 1 piece, the iron feather is an amazing rod even compared to the other phenix trout rods but is similar in action to the elixir and I DID NOT notice a difference, I caught a nice brown trout this weekend on it! I’m leaning towards 2 piece rods due to easier for travel and hiking. Which I’m doing more of! Hope that helped! Thanks for the support GET MADE!
Thanks for the info on the telescopic. My first Phenix elixir was a telescopic and now I’m extra careful …so far nothing has happened because I’m always keeping an eye on the guide. Got the 7’6” as well in a one piece right after. Next rod is probably gonna be the mirage or the dragonfly.
I just bought a Shimano Stradic FL 1000. Looking for a rod to pair with it. I'd like something around 6 to 6.5 ft. I fish with a variety of techniques, bait, spinners, jigs, flies with a bubble, etc... and both lakes and streams. The Elixir sounds pretty well-rounded do anything type of rod. I think I'm going with that one.
You can either go Mirage for a lighter rod but fast action, a little stiffer for the spoon bite or Elixir which is a great all around rod for whatever you’re throwing! GET MADE!
You mostly get what you pay for but I have a cap and used to not spend over 150. If you’re looking for value there’s a lot of options under 100 but it does make and you feel the difference. In my opinion the best rod for jigging is the mirage 761
Right on! I was gonna say the same thing! But do you! You can make up some casting distance with what you pair with it line wise. Thanks for the watch and support you guys!
I made a order on a 8ft fast dragonfly rod hopefully it arrives before the season starts I tried the rod out from a friend and love the sensitivity on it
Thanks for info haven’t been able to bite the bullet on a Phoenix or a Stratic yet . I’ll use video when I make my choice. I’m using a daiwa legalis 1000 d with a fenwick 8’ looking forward this fishing season have to get over 5lb great job man doing a service . 👍
@@peterrodriguez4052 I live one block ftom Phenix Rods and have the 7'1 Mirage with a 1000 Kage as well......have not taken it out yet......is this a bait or jig rod?
Hey Juan! GET MADE! Thanks for the feedback appreciate you watching! I have, I believe it only comes in a bait casting option not spinning but it fits a good stout rod it’s a medium light. I’ll be getting a mirage soon and seeing what’s up. I’m stoked on that!
As I write this (Memorial Day '21) I have a new Phenix Elixir rod coming in 2 days. I went with the 2 piece 6' 6" rod for ease of travel as my daughter lives near Great Smokey Mountains national park.
@@TroutMadeAnglerCo Thanks. We were there this past weekend as my daughter got married. I took my gear with me but was too whooped after the festivities was over to even think about making a cast. The worst of it was we were at Cherokee Lake as that is where she got married.
i just purchased the dragonfly 8' fast action just wondering why your not fishing it in ur following videos? also did u prefer the moderate action over fast action?
Hi Joshua! Thanks for watching! Congratulations on your new stick! You’ll love it! I’ve been wanting to try the fast action, based on my natural candence and speed the mirage has been my go to jogging rod lately. The moderate dragonfly was a little too weak on the hookset I lost fish my only grip of you will with that particular model. So I do prefer fast action, though the mirage 771 is the sweet spot for me even though it is a moderate rated rod. All time I love the elixir though great all around rod.
@Trout Made Angler Co. I see! I was fishing an okuma SST prior and it was a noodle! Which was why i questioned how the moderate action performed! Totally understand the frustration on missing hook sets ! Love the videos ! Hope I get made soon! Stay bent 🤙🏽
Love your videos. Any possibility you can get your hands on a Phenix Iron Feather to review? There is little known about this rod in terms of videos and online reviews.
No, the rod action is still the same. Length of the rod isn’t a factor, just have to set a little harder. I missed bites at first so I know what you mean. 💯💯 MADE
Getting a rod for my father in law for opener next week. He’s more chill and is a weight and bait type with occasional light trout lures. Will the Elixer be good to go for that type of trout fishing style?
Hi David! Thanks for watching! 🙏🏼💯🎣 The elixir is perfect! I use mine for bait and wait sometimes when I don’t want to carry three Rods! It’s the most versatile trout rod in my opinion. If he’s old school it will handle those Thomas bouyants and spinners! Get made at the opener!!
I have the mirage it’s a 7’8 2 piece paired with a Stradic Ci4. I been having that rod for years and I never touch it unless I’m bait fishing..it’s just too much of a noodle rod! I like my 6’7 g loomis trout rod but I’ve been wanting an elixir. How does the g loomis compare to the elixer? Definitely looking for a fast action rod with a little more stiffness than the mirage. Thanks
I’ve only fished a G Loomis once, we’ll a couple casts LOL I love the elixir! It has the action you’re looking for stiffer tip and can throw everything!
Liked. Thanks. How is the Dragonfly different from the Mirage if you know? Which has softer tip, which has more power in the body/butt? The Mirage is rather soft in the body/butt even compared to the Elixir. Curious why Phenix added the Dragonfly series. Thanks.
I haven't fished the Mirage to tell you exactly. But from what you've just said and other anglers, the dragonfly maybe something for in the middle ya know? I'm getting a Mirage soon and will follow up this question for you. Thanks for the input! Appreciate the support! MADE
Semper does make the full Trout Rod, now, but they'll run you more than a nice Blue Halo fly rod, if you can find them in stock. There are some other decent USA-made trout and panfish rods out there: Lamiglas, Edge, and Cajun, I know of. St. Croix has the Premier and I think the Legend Elite Panfish is also American made. Then there are a bunch of custom builders, as well, like Kraemer. None of them have the good looks of the Elixir, and some are "technically" panfish rods, but in my experience, they're basically the same thing: it's just a matter of what action you need. Anyway, nice video.
Thanks for the feedback! There’s obviously a lot out there, I’ll get to them all someday! 😂 I think trout not a trophy but trout can be considered panfish, I’m with ya on that! Appreciate you watching GET MADE!
@@TroutMadeAnglerCo The Iron Feather is great, but does cost alot.Also the Daiwa Ballistic reels are very good.I have 2 of them.You also might want to.look at the Daiwa Presso reel.I like that one too.
Great video. Have you ever tried the Californian’s from Turner outdoorsman. They are built from phenix blanks at fraction the price. Thank you for your service, I’m an army brat.
Hey thanks for watching! I have had a Californian used it a lot yes great rods but they are not phenix blanks. The Collab for the Californian series is with Okuma. 🤘🏼💯
Best rod i have used so far for trout fishing is the Shimano Cardiff Native Special S54UL-2 and the Shimano Cardiff AX S60UL-2 rods, but the just my preference
how does the phenix mirage 7'7" compare to the phenix elixir 7'6"? i love your channel by the way. just started getting back into trout fishing and can't decide between the 2. Thanks for great trout content!
Hey thanks for watching and welcome! I usually answer faster but been on a break. The biggest difference is the action. The elixir has fast action stiffer tip than Mirage which is more moderate and whippy per say. I love both rods, both are strong Elixir can use for more types of lures if you’re looking for versatility! Hope that helps! Working on videos for this topic! Thanks for the support Get Made!
@@TroutMadeAnglerCo awesome! The 7'6 elixir 1 piece has been out of stock for a while, I picked up the 7'7 mirage but what do you think about the elixir 701-1? Need another trout rod for the wife.
I can’t handle watching or listening to Bette Midler, and for me I don’t name any of my material items, I don’t understand the point of it. But I do like the videos! Good job!
Hey Keith! Appreciate you watching! You don't have to understand to each his own Sir! For me it's just for fun! a term of endearment, that rod has got me to where I'm at, not really but LOL anyways...I truly thank you for watching!
Loved it ma g. Only thing i dont like bout the dragonfly is that its green. Wanted to match it hp to my elixir as well. But who knows maybe after seeing ghis bud. Tight lines ma boy
All I have are legalis and fuegos, for under 4000 reels (I wish they were all fuegos). Baitcasters are fathoms, conventional are the same. What matters are the rods. The fuego 2500/Phenix elixir (I got the 7) are a well balanced strong 💪🏽 combo.
Great reels! I’d agree that a good combo is necessary to be confident whatever that may be each person has a different preference. 2500 reels are too heavy for me I like sensitivity of a lighter setup so that the sensitivity is at its max a heavy reel creates “drag” or lessens the sensitivity IMO but I’d buy the rod I’d want before the reel I wanted! Appreciate the support and comment! GET MADE
*Yay area angler here! You have a coo little show! I been trout fishing yay area lakes since I was a kid going on 45 next month I nailed some monster double diggie trouts and was very lucky to get them on video and got them on my TH-cam ! You have a cool show bro and hopefully my 1 sub will get you to 2k followers 👍 I have both phenix and Gloomis rods and Id have to say that each rod serves it own purposes! I have a old quantum green county and it’s paired with a older shimano Sahara 1000 a $120 combo and it’s caught 2 PB mt lassen trouts one was on the troll that weighed 10.00 on the dot and the 2nd was my biggest caught on bait it weighted 14.8lbs i still fish with that lucky stick even tho I have $1000 rod n reel set ups lol but you need to come to the Bay Area and fish with us sometime we have some Great Lakes in NorCal! Tight Lines and happy holidays bro.* SVTKILR *
Yay e Yay! Get MADE in the bay? Very humbled for the invite. Can you email me at troutmade@gmail.com I appreciate the support and watching! Very grateful for what I do! Wow!!! Epic! You’re right each rod has its purpose on the water and in our hearts! I’m not techy but I like nice stuff, but will always use my Legalis 🤙🏼💯🎣 Happy Holiday and New Year!!!
Like always mike well said another one Of your great videos. The elixir is one of my preference took me a while to save my pennies but well worth it. Tight lines buddy
Personally I prefer the telescoping Phenix Rod for its ease of transporting from home to the truck, and its easy fast to extend. I'm careful with recessing the rod tip back into the rod handle, and no problems with a loose guide closest to the handle. I've never snapped a Phenix Rod yet, but there's a first time for everything. LOL.. I own the Mirage, Elixir, and Dragonfly trout rod models. 🎣💦
Hey what’s up brother thanks for all the good advice I had a quick question with your 3 pound phenix line are you tying a flurocarbon leader to you braid?? How long if so ?
Is the 7’6 elixir action much slower than the 7’? Im looking to fish this with 1/24 -1/8 oz spinners and small plugs so I want a fairly fast action. Thanks.
If you get fast action with any size I assume it’s the same and doesn’t differ from 6” and you’re talking a while different rod. I’d go into the tackle shops and hold the beauties! 🤘🏼💯🎣 Thanks for watching!
🤣🤣🤣 Explain, please! I actually brought my custom Dragonfly with me on this trip I’m on now to the Sierra! I’m literally driving there now! Thanks for watching! Appreciate you my man GET MADE 👊🏼💯
Hey, everyone is entitled to their opinion. If that’s the case wow, sucks. But don’t bring the negativity here. Do you get paid by American Spirit? Or just reaaaallly like the rods?
Celebrate life brother! I have survived two attempts on my life from bad people. I am glad to be alive. About 10 years ago, I had the most terrible period in my life. Everything in my life went to crap all at the same time. My friends could not believe I did not turn to drinking or drugs or just give up. I knew things would get better and they did. I eventually got married to a beautiful woman and we now have a beautiful daughter. I have no time for depression. Anyways, time to talk fishing rods. Have you noticed any difference in sensitivity between a one piece fishing rods versus two piece fishing rods? Have you tried the new Dobyns Sierra Trout and Panfish Series rods?
What’s up Brandon!? Wow man you MADE it through the worst and was rewarded with the best a beautiful family!! Thanks for sharing your story! Glad you’re here with us! 💪🏼💯🔥
I have only fished a Phenix Iron Feather 2 piece, vs all my trout rods I have are 1 piece, the iron feather is an amazing rod even compared to the other phenix trout rods but is similar in action to the elixir and I DID NOT notice a difference, I caught a nice brown trout this weekend on it! I’m leaning towards 2 piece rods due to easier for travel and hiking. Which I’m doing more of! Hope that helped! Thanks for the support GET MADE!
I love phoenix’s warranty because you can purchase it after breaking, and you can also upgrade ur pole if you break ur and pay the difference
Yup! It is a great warranty!
just bought an elixir because of you!!!!! i love the material you put out my boy, keep your head up and keep "rippin' lips"!!
Hey Larry! Thanks for the support! Enjoy that rod and GET MADE!!!
How many guides are on the dragonfly rod!???
Thanks for the info on the telescopic. My first Phenix elixir was a telescopic and now I’m extra careful …so far nothing has happened because I’m always keeping an eye on the guide. Got the 7’6” as well in a one piece right after. Next rod is probably gonna be the mirage or the dragonfly.
Right on! Yea just be careful but if anything happens you have a good warranty! You’ll love the mirage!
I just bought a Shimano Stradic FL 1000. Looking for a rod to pair with it. I'd like something around 6 to 6.5 ft. I fish with a variety of techniques, bait, spinners, jigs, flies with a bubble, etc... and both lakes and streams. The Elixir sounds pretty well-rounded do anything type of rod. I think I'm going with that one.
Yup! Great choice Elixir is the all around rod for trout you won’t be disappointed! Thanks for watching!
@@TroutMadeAnglerCo cant find a 7’6 2 piece anywhere :(
Looking for the best phenix rod for my I do mini jig and spoons what would be best?
You can either go Mirage for a lighter rod but fast action, a little stiffer for the spoon bite or Elixir which is a great all around rod for whatever you’re throwing! GET MADE!
If you were in the market today for a new Mini jig Rod no budget cap what would it be?
You mostly get what you pay for but I have a cap and used to not spend over 150. If you’re looking for value there’s a lot of options under 100 but it does make and you feel the difference. In my opinion the best rod for jigging is the mirage 761
I have the mirage, I want to get the 500 vanford to pair with it talking about being lite
Something to keep in mind is that you’ll be getting less casting distance with the smaller 500 when compared to the 1000.
@@melerik thanks for the info bro I probably will go with the 1000 then.
Right on! I was gonna say the same thing! But do you! You can make up some casting distance with what you pair with it line wise. Thanks for the watch and support you guys!
Bro, what size is that cardinal? It sounds amazing!!
I got the cardinal 400ui which is 500 size reel. It's pretty dope...
The vanford 2000 is the same size and weight (5.3oz) as the 1000. You get better casting with the 2000!
I made a order on a 8ft fast dragonfly rod hopefully it arrives before the season starts I tried the rod out from a friend and love the sensitivity on it
Nice! GET MADE! did you get your rod?
@@TroutMadeAnglerCo yeah I got feel very hand in my hands and planning on getting the Shimano Miravel if there’s a 1000 size
Is the elixer 2piece?
Mine is not hit you can buy it in a 2 piece! GET MADE!
Thanks for info haven’t been able to bite the bullet on a Phoenix or a Stratic yet . I’ll use video when I make my choice. I’m using a daiwa legalis 1000 d with a fenwick 8’ looking forward this fishing season have to get over 5lb great job man doing a service . 👍
Hey Rick that’s a sweet setup! Don’t forget about that one! I had the Legalis for 3 years, love it! Thanks for the support!
What do you think of the mirage?
Never fished one! Hopefully soon!
I bought the mirage last year and paired it with the kage. Its my new favorite set up
@@peterrodriguez4052 I live one block ftom Phenix Rods and have the 7'1 Mirage with a 1000 Kage as well......have not taken it out yet......is this a bait or jig rod?
Did you catch the fish in the video with the moderate action dragonfly?
Yessir! I missed 3 fish because of the softer tip than I'm used to, really have to hookset! Appreciate the support!
Great review...
Broke it down simple.
Have you heard of the Phenix Reaper? What do you think about the Mirage?...Thanks
Hey Juan! GET MADE! Thanks for the feedback appreciate you watching! I have, I believe it only comes in a bait casting option not spinning but it fits a good stout rod it’s a medium light.
I’ll be getting a mirage soon and seeing what’s up. I’m stoked on that!
@@TroutMadeAnglerCo Nice Mike...im thinking of getting one too....Tight lines!
Another awesome video, I have a Phenix ELIXIR PAIRED WITH A DAIWA KAGE, PHOENIX MIRAGE PAIRED WITH A DAIWA BALLISTIC.
Sweeet! Nice setups! How’s the ballastic? Thanks for the support and watching 🤙🏼💯
I'm rockin the kage rod with a bolistic lt 1000. I'm holding the lake record at dixon lake 16.82 tail walker. GET MADE
As I write this (Memorial Day '21) I have a new Phenix Elixir rod coming in 2 days. I went with the 2 piece 6' 6" rod for ease of travel as my daughter lives near Great Smokey Mountains national park.
Nice Bob!!! Safe travels visiting your daughter! The smoky mountains is on my BUCKETLIST! GET MADE! You’ll love the rod!
@@TroutMadeAnglerCo Thanks. We were there this past weekend as my daughter got married. I took my gear with me but was too whooped after the festivities was over to even think about making a cast. The worst of it was we were at Cherokee Lake as that is where she got married.
@@DirtyBob200X Congratulations!!! What a great event in life! Ahhhhh, yea I can see that 😂😂 maybe next time!
i just purchased the dragonfly 8' fast action
just wondering why your not fishing it in ur following videos?
also did u prefer the moderate action over fast action?
Hi Joshua! Thanks for watching! Congratulations on your new stick! You’ll love it! I’ve been wanting to try the fast action, based on my natural candence and speed the mirage has been my go to jogging rod lately. The moderate dragonfly was a little too weak on the hookset I lost fish my only grip of you will with that particular model. So I do prefer fast action, though the mirage 771 is the sweet spot for me even though it is a moderate rated rod. All time I love the elixir though great all around rod.
@Trout Made Angler Co. I see! I was fishing an okuma SST prior and it was a noodle! Which was why i questioned how the moderate action performed! Totally understand the frustration on missing hook sets ! Love the videos ! Hope I get made soon! Stay bent 🤙🏽
Love your videos. Any possibility you can get your hands on a Phenix Iron Feather to review? There is little known about this rod in terms of videos and online reviews.
Hey Dey Dey! Thanks for the support!! I’m that’s a great rod from what I’ve heard, I can try! Appreciate the feedback!
Would a 9ft version of the Dragonfly make up for the softer tip when setting the hook?
No, the rod action is still the same. Length of the rod isn’t a factor, just have to set a little harder. I missed bites at first so I know what you mean. 💯💯 MADE
I have all Phenix trout rods!!👌👌 by far I love my dragonfly!!! Stay strong brotha!!💪💪💪
There ya go until something else goes along right?! Thanks for the support Carlos! 👊🏼🔥🎣
What reel do u put on the dragonfly
I use a Shimano Ci4+ 1000 size reel looking to put a 500 Vanford though
Just got an elixir 2 days ago already love it
🥰🥰🥰
Is the reel your getting just called the Daiwa ballistic?
Yea probably…🤷🏻♂️ 1000 brand and type. Haven’t got one yet 🤣
@@TroutMadeAnglerCo is the shimano vanford 1000 good ?
I have the 2000 and just got the 500 the 1K isn’t much different from the 2k I like them but the ci4+ is better
Looking to get elixir rod. Do you prefer 1 piece or 2 piece rod??
Hey Jerbyn!!! I’d go 2 piece. I use 1 piece but traveling I need a one piece. No different in sensitivity in my opinion 💪🏼💪🏼
@@TroutMadeAnglerCo thanks.
I have a mirage and 2 elixirs.....love em!
Mirage is next just to review! Yea no complaints here! Thanks for the support and watching! 🤙🏼💯
Getting a rod for my father in law for opener next week. He’s more chill and is a weight and bait type with occasional light trout lures. Will the Elixer be good to go for that type of trout fishing style?
Hi David! Thanks for watching! 🙏🏼💯🎣
The elixir is perfect! I use mine for bait and wait sometimes when I don’t want to carry three Rods! It’s the most versatile trout rod in my opinion. If he’s old school it will handle those Thomas bouyants and spinners! Get made at the opener!!
@@TroutMadeAnglerCo nice. Thanks for quick response and advice.
I try my best! If you don’t hear from I’m fishing!! 😂😂
Let me know when you get that rod! 🔥🔥
I have the mirage it’s a 7’8 2 piece paired with a Stradic Ci4. I been having that rod for years and I never touch it unless I’m bait fishing..it’s just too much of a noodle rod! I like my 6’7 g loomis trout rod but I’ve been wanting an elixir. How does the g loomis compare to the elixer? Definitely looking for a fast action rod with a little more stiffness than the mirage. Thanks
I’ve only fished a G Loomis once, we’ll a couple casts LOL I love the elixir! It has the action you’re looking for stiffer tip and can throw everything!
I got the Phoenix elixir I want to get another premix Underside it I get the Mirage for the dragonfly
Awesome! Great rods! Thanks for watching! 🎣🎣🎣
Liked. Thanks. How is the Dragonfly different from the Mirage if you know? Which has softer tip, which has more power in the body/butt? The Mirage is rather soft in the body/butt even compared to the Elixir. Curious why Phenix added the Dragonfly series. Thanks.
I haven't fished the Mirage to tell you exactly. But from what you've just said and other anglers, the dragonfly maybe something for in the middle ya know? I'm getting a Mirage soon and will follow up this question for you. Thanks for the input! Appreciate the support! MADE
@@TroutMadeAnglerCo Thanks
Semper does make the full Trout Rod, now, but they'll run you more than a nice Blue Halo fly rod, if you can find them in stock. There are some other decent USA-made trout and panfish rods out there: Lamiglas, Edge, and Cajun, I know of. St. Croix has the Premier and I think the Legend Elite Panfish is also American made. Then there are a bunch of custom builders, as well, like Kraemer. None of them have the good looks of the Elixir, and some are "technically" panfish rods, but in my experience, they're basically the same thing: it's just a matter of what action you need.
Anyway, nice video.
Thanks for the feedback! There’s obviously a lot out there, I’ll get to them all someday! 😂
I think trout not a trophy but trout can be considered panfish, I’m with ya on that! Appreciate you watching GET MADE!
Is there a major difference between 1 piece and 2 piece rods? Thanks
Great question Chunk! I don't think so but others feel you may lose sensitivity.
Just bought elixir today Nice toy
Nice!! You’re gonna dig it for sure! Appreciate the support
@@TroutMadeAnglerCo yes Sir
I love the Elixir.I also use the Mirage and the Iron Feather rods too.
Ooooh how’s that iron feather Norm? Forgot about that one!
@@TroutMadeAnglerCo The Iron Feather is great, but does cost alot.Also the Daiwa Ballistic reels are very good.I have 2 of them.You also might want to.look at the Daiwa Presso reel.I like that one too.
Keep doin what your doing. The passion, commitment, grind, and love of the sport will get you through. Love the channel see you on the water.
Appreciate the motivation Gene! GET MADE! 🤙🏼💯🎣
Great video. Have you ever tried the Californian’s from Turner outdoorsman. They are built from phenix blanks at fraction the price. Thank you for your service, I’m an army brat.
Hey thanks for watching! I have had a Californian used it a lot yes great rods but they are not phenix blanks. The Collab for the Californian series is with Okuma. 🤘🏼💯
Thanks for your families service!! 💪🏼🇺🇸
@@TroutMadeAnglerCo that’s interesting since the guys at Turner told me it’s made with the phenix blanks. Hmm good to know thanks.
@@TroutMadeAnglerCothey sell an okuma trout collab but they also have one from Pheonix as well.
I feel your pain bro. I almost lost my wife last year. Fishing took me through it Bro. I also have a channel. Tight line bro.
Wow, sorry to hear that. My condolences and heart goes to you man. I am subscribed LOL I'll bing some episodes!
Best rod i have used so far for trout fishing is the Shimano Cardiff Native Special S54UL-2 and the Shimano Cardiff AX S60UL-2 rods, but the just my preference
Thank you for the decent review!
My pleasure! I know a lot of anglers found this helpful. Appreciate the comment Phenix!!! GET MADE!
Love my dragonfly! I actually won it in a raffle, so I got the deal of a lifetime on it.
Nice Victor!!! How are you liking it? GET MADE
@@TroutMadeAnglerCo it's a great rod, a mini jigging machine!
how does the phenix mirage 7'7" compare to the phenix elixir 7'6"? i love your channel by the way. just started getting back into trout fishing and can't decide between the 2. Thanks for great trout content!
Hey thanks for watching and welcome! I usually answer faster but been on a break. The biggest difference is the action. The elixir has fast action stiffer tip than Mirage which is more moderate and whippy per say. I love both rods, both are strong Elixir can use for more types of lures if you’re looking for versatility! Hope that helps! Working on videos for this topic! Thanks for the support Get Made!
@@TroutMadeAnglerCo awesome! The 7'6 elixir 1 piece has been out of stock for a while, I picked up the 7'7 mirage but what do you think about the elixir 701-1? Need another trout rod for the wife.
I can’t handle watching or listening to Bette Midler, and for me I don’t name any of my material items, I don’t understand the point of it. But I do like the videos! Good job!
Hey Keith! Appreciate you watching! You don't have to understand to each his own Sir! For me it's just for fun! a term of endearment, that rod has got me to where I'm at, not really but LOL anyways...I truly thank you for watching!
Loved it ma g. Only thing i dont like bout the dragonfly is that its green. Wanted to match it hp to my elixir as well. But who knows maybe after seeing ghis bud. Tight lines ma boy
Dope 🤙🏼💯🎣🔥 Lol color dont matter. Thanks for watching bro!
All I have are legalis and fuegos, for under 4000 reels (I wish they were all fuegos). Baitcasters are fathoms, conventional are the same. What matters are the rods. The fuego 2500/Phenix elixir (I got the 7) are a well balanced strong 💪🏽 combo.
Great reels! I’d agree that a good combo is necessary to be confident whatever that may be each person has a different preference. 2500 reels are too heavy for me I like sensitivity of a lighter setup so that the sensitivity is at its max a heavy reel creates “drag” or lessens the sensitivity IMO but I’d buy the rod I’d want before the reel I wanted! Appreciate the support and comment! GET MADE
know old video but i fish a lake called wolford for trout and hopefully the kokanee get to biting soon im colorado
nice review bro. thanks
Thanks! It has seemed to help a lot of anglers make a decision. Appreciate the support!
*Yay area angler here! You have a coo little show! I been trout fishing yay area lakes since I was a kid going on 45 next month I nailed some monster double diggie trouts and was very lucky to get them on video and got them on my TH-cam ! You have a cool show bro and hopefully my 1 sub will get you to 2k followers 👍 I have both phenix and Gloomis rods and Id have to say that each rod serves it own purposes! I have a old quantum green county and it’s paired with a older shimano Sahara 1000 a $120 combo and it’s caught 2 PB mt lassen trouts one was on the troll that weighed 10.00 on the dot and the 2nd was my biggest caught on bait it weighted 14.8lbs i still fish with that lucky stick even tho I have $1000 rod n reel set ups lol but you need to come to the Bay Area and fish with us sometime we have some Great Lakes in NorCal! Tight Lines and happy holidays bro.* SVTKILR *
Yay e Yay! Get MADE in the bay? Very humbled for the invite. Can you email me at troutmade@gmail.com
I appreciate the support and watching! Very grateful for what I do! Wow!!! Epic! You’re right each rod has its purpose on the water and in our hearts! I’m not techy but I like nice stuff, but will always use my Legalis 🤙🏼💯🎣
Happy Holiday and New Year!!!
Like always mike well said another one
Of your great videos. The elixir is one of my preference took me a while to save my pennies but well worth it. Tight lines buddy
Yo yo!!! Yea I love the Elixir thanks as always brotha’ you rock! 🤙🏼💯🎣🔥
Personally I prefer the telescoping Phenix Rod for its ease of transporting from home to the truck, and its easy fast to extend. I'm careful with recessing the rod tip back into the rod handle, and no problems with a loose guide closest to the handle. I've never snapped a Phenix Rod yet, but there's a first time for everything. LOL.. I own the Mirage, Elixir, and Dragonfly trout rod models. 🎣💦
Awesome! You will break one 🤣🤣🤙🏼🤙🏼
Thanks for watching! 🙏🏼💯🎣
Thanks for watching! 🙏🏼💯🎣
I just enjoyed watching this video and I sure got a lot of great tips and advice from it.
You do help me a lot Mike. Thanks a lot 👉🏻🤜🏻🤛🏻👍🏻🎣🌈 ⚡️👍🏻
That’s awesome! Thanks for watching! GET MADE!! ✊🏼
Hey what’s up brother thanks for all the good advice I had a quick question with your 3 pound phenix line are you tying a flurocarbon leader to you braid?? How long if so ?
Hey Franky! Always man, appreciate your support and coming back! I use an RP knot and Izzor 2 lb smoke for my leader about 4 ft!
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Is the 7’6 elixir action much slower than the 7’? Im looking to fish this with 1/24 -1/8 oz spinners and small plugs so I want a fairly fast action. Thanks.
If you get fast action with any size I assume it’s the same and doesn’t differ from 6” and you’re talking a while different rod. I’d go into the tackle shops and hold the beauties! 🤘🏼💯🎣 Thanks for watching!
Next season I will probably pick up a Phoenix trout rod. I feel left out 😂😂
It’s the only thing on the market! But if you do hope this helped you! Thanks Dylan! 🤙🏼💯🎣
Cool ass review. Go Navy
Go Navy!! Appreciate you!
@@TroutMadeAnglerCo Hell yeah!
Love my dragonfly! Elixirs break way too easy.
Hey Keith! All rods break, but maybe something with the Eleixir, either way I’m happy for now!
Love the show brother keep up the good work. Hope to see you on the water again soon!
..............MADE MY CHOICE !!! ( put them all in my hand first ) .................#1 MIRAGE...................#2 ELIXIR
Right on! I'm getting a Mirage soon!
Dragon fly name: the SS middle Johnson
🤣🤣🤣 Explain, please! I actually brought my custom Dragonfly with me on this trip I’m on now to the Sierra! I’m literally driving there now! Thanks for watching! Appreciate you my man GET MADE 👊🏼💯
I play poker also
I miss it, but rather go fishing then check raise! LOL
American Spirit Rod ftw !
Everyone has their opinion! 🤙🏼
@@TroutMadeAnglerCo its not an opinion its straight facts and i have proof of both of them sending a certain Vendor death threats
Hey, everyone is entitled to their opinion. If that’s the case wow, sucks. But don’t bring the negativity here. Do you get paid by American Spirit? Or just reaaaallly like the rods?
@@TroutMadeAnglerCo you are right !!! i need to stop spreading negativity and i just love their rods not sponsored only by Daiwa = )
👍 need the big man ,Jesus brother, the secret to life.
I’m out of here … I can’t handle listing to this guy ramble …
Phenix? I'm outta here.
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Great info my dude!! Can you please email me the IG page you won the rod? Thanks
Appreciate it! Thanks for watching man! I’m not sure which one, I can’t remember did I mention it in the video?