In this video, Joe Michels from Fish Point delivers a detailed, real-world comparison of two standout rods from St. Croix’s bass fishing lineup: the Victory “Marshall” and the Legend Tournament “Workhorse”, both in 7’3” Medium Heavy Fast (73MHXF) configurations.

If you’re wondering whether the St. Croix Victory rod line offers performance close to the more expensive Legend Tournament series, this video breaks it down for you. Joe compares these two rods not just by specs—but by weight, feel, build quality, materials, balance, price, and purpose. This review is ideal for serious bass anglers who want maximum performance per dollar and are considering which rod line best suits their fishing needs and budget.

What You’ll Learn in This Review:

• Direct comparison of the 7’3” MH Fast “Workhorse” (Legend Tournament) and “Marshall” (Victory) rods

• Side-by-side rod weight measurements using a precision scale

  • Legend Tournament: 4.55 oz

  • Victory: 3.95 oz (surprisingly lighter despite lower graphite tier)

• Overview of materials and tech:

  • Legend Tournament: SC4+ carbon fiber blend (SC4 + SC6), anodized aluminum trim, cork + carbon handles

  • Victory: SCIII carbon, foam lock nut, slightly more streamlined build

• Discussion of handle comfort, locknut construction, and balance

• Price comparison:

  • Victory MSRP: ~$200–$210

  • Legend Tournament: ~$325–$355

• Insights on applications:

  • Texas rigs, jigs, and spinnerbaits

  • When and why to choose one rod over the other

• Why the Victory might offer exceptional value and performance for anglers not wanting to break the bank

• A look at the Victory spinning rod handle, and how it mirrors the ergonomics of the Legend Tournament series

Who This Video Is For:

• Anglers deciding between St. Croix Victory vs. Legend Tournament rods

• Bass fishermen looking for a versatile all-around rod for jigs, soft plastics, and reaction baits

• Fishermen who want premium quality without a $350 price tag

• Viewers who follow Joe’s reviews and want a budget-friendly alternative to rods featured on StCroixRodReviews.com

Joe’s real-world comparisons go beyond marketing and specs—he puts rods in hand, checks balance and weight, and gives you the feel and function anglers care about.

Additional Resources:

For more rod reviews, visit: https://StCroixRodReviews.com

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