The Search For One with the Legends… St
Croix’s Legend Elite and Xtreme (continued)
Ergonomics:
Both of these rods are very comfortable to hold and fish all day long though
they do have different balancing points. The Elite balances at 9.5 inches above
the midline of the reel seat while the Xtreme balances at 10 inches. The Xtreme
is lighter in weight (4.2 oz vs 4.5 for the Elite) and when I mounted the Revo
Premier on there, it made for a total combo weight of only 10.9 oz overall (6.7 oz + 4.2
oz).
A hook keeper
style used on both Elite and Xtreme rods
Price & Applications:
Remember, this IS the Legend. The Elite and Xtreme blank are the best of the
crop from St. Croix and have been for so many years with little change because
it’s just that good. At $340 for the Legend Elite and $380 for the Xtreme, 70MHF
models, these are actually great prices for something of their performance and
make up. The Xtreme, at $40 more than the Elite, offers anglers a more
aggressive design and slightly lighter weight product. Is it worth it? Only you
can decide.
A look at the
recoil guides on the Xtreme
Same view as
about but of the Elite with SiC guides
For the prices mentioned,
these rods aren’t only great in quality and performance, they are also backed by
St. Croix’s lifetime limited warranty. I’ve yet to hear any horror stories from
anglers in dealing with St. Croix’s warranty department.
The St Croix 7
ft MHF Elite and Xtreme rods are great bass rods
Legend Elite or Xtreme,
both of the 70MHF rods are great all-purpose rods and can handle multiple
applications for bass fishing and other species. The rod is capable of handling
weights outside of its range though it will perform better when staying within
its limits.
