Show off your Stuff 2024
-HAWK- reply :
Post up some pictures of:
- your favorite set-ups
- JDM rods and reels
- Customized rods and reels.
I think Im becoming more of a tackle junkie then a fisherman. So I figured we have a section to show off our Recent catches, why not show off our prized tackle.
Bigs reply :
my daiwa pixy hasnt arrived from japan yet or I would post a pic. probably gonna be havin about half a dozen rods custom built but wont be for another month or two. For now I will just enjoy rod/reel porn. I also see myself becoming more of a tackle/gear junkie then a fisherman 
steezy reply :
No Comment other than I can't wait to see how long this thread lasts !
-nick- reply :
I'm not even going to take the time to embarrass myself. Excited to see everyone else though. I've seen quite a few really sweet looking custom rods.
-HAWK- reply :
Ill start things out with a couple of my favorites.
-Core 50mg7 paired with a Shimano Cumara. This is my favorite Combo.
-Daiwa Zillion 50th anniversary with GLoomis Bronzeback
skunked_again reply :
roadwarrior reply :
Perfect...
-HAWK- reply :
QuoteNo Comment other than I can't wait to see how long this thread lasts !
Post up steezy. I really wanna see some of your collection.
RWSCHMITZ reply :
HERE IS MY 
;D ;D
fishfordollars reply :
I want two.
KYntucky Warmouth reply :
QuoteThis is not up to date, but gives you an idea of how I roll.Reels:
Co-angler Tourney Kit:
You should give daiwa reels a try
-HAWK- reply :
Sweet collection Jfranco!
-HAWK- reply :
QuoteHERE IS MY
Please don't clutter up this thread with junk posts, trying to mock the original intent.
The Rooster reply :
QuoteQuoteHERE IS MYPlease don't clutter up this thread with junk posts, trying to mock the original intent.
My sentiments EXACTLY!
Here's what I have in the way of baitcasting equipment so far.....that one reel by itself there is a 7.1:1 ratio and still needs a rod but I haven't fully decided what one to get for it yet.
Top to bottom...
6'6" MH/F Shimano Compre with 6.4:1 BPS Extreme, I use this for spinnerbaits and buzzbaits, also can be used for jigs and t-rigs.
6'6" M/F Shimano Compre with 6.4:1 BPS Extreme, I use this for jerkbaits mostly.
6' M Quest rod from Dicks (cheap but I love this rod, it has a softer action like a MF would) with a 5.4:1, I use this for light crankbaits.
Closeup of one reel. They are very compact and palmable but wide open for good spool access with your thumb.
midnighthrasher reply :
heres how i roll.... these are last years pics... lots of new stuff... i have atleast 2x more stuff... the baitmonkey has got ahold on me and i cant get rid of him....
islandbass reply :
QuoteIll start things out with a couple of my favorites.-Core 50mg7 paired with a Shimano Cumara. This is my favorite Combo.
-Daiwa Zillion 50th anniversary with GLoomis Bronzeback
Hawk,
Those combos are hideous. Let me do you a favor. Send them my way. I'll take them off your hands for you. ;D
All kidding aside, I just held a Cumara/Core combo last week in a local shop and I almost walked out with a new purchase until reality set in and sales tax.
It was perhaps the sweetest set up I have ever held, absolutely incredile. Nice collection.
Sad to say, I have nothing in my arsenal that qualifies for your said category.
Steezy, it would be cool to see your setups fo sho.
Tin reply :
Nice, but just remember...give KVD a Zebco 202 and he will still kick all our arses. It's what you know and what you can do with it.
-HAWK- reply :
QuoteNice, but just remember...give KVD a Zebco 202 and he will still kick all our arses. It's what you know and what you can do with it.
Understood. But the original intent of the post in no way implied that my equipment made me any better than anyone. I just wanted a thread to show off your setups. I enjoy looking at other peoples tackle. Especially those that customize or purchase hard to find Japanese tackle. Like I said I am becoming more of a tackle Junkie. So for me to check out other peoples gear gives me my fix. Get my drift?
Tin reply :
Oh yea I got your drift 100%. I just remember seeing guys rigs and such when I first started out and thinking WOW, thats awesome and getting intimidated. I just through it out there to think about that it is not so much the gear that catches the fish. Trust me, I could look at Redline and Jimzee's custom stuff all day long and drool. And I liked the look of the black on black so much I teamed my Cumara's up with black Revos. ;D
I'm 100% guilty of it too.
SWMIBASSER reply :
I'll be happy enough when I get one of the new Pflueger Patriarch XT's.
Then even happier when I figure out which reel has 7.1 gears that will swap into the XT.
I'm all about value. Some of you guys are out of your mind.
So far a 6'6 Falcon Lowrider. MH W/BPS Pro Light Finesse.=Jerkbaits-wacky worms.
7' Pflueger Tim Horton Crankbait rod W/BPS David Fritts crankin' reel
6'10 Loomis SHR 821S w/Pflueger Supreme
6'6 Rogue MH spin/jig rod with older Abu 802 spinning reel
7'6 BPS Johnny Morris Elite, with BPS Extreme.
The Loomis Mossyback BCR853 should be here tomorrow according to UPS.
The Elite is a KILLER rod, but I'm thinking about selling it to get a BCR 855 Mossyback.
I want to put the new Partriarch XT's on the 853 and 855 if I get it.
One of my favorite reels are the Diawa TDS. But they are discontinued and I don't have ANY so I never bothered to pick any up. This reel, though is KILLER.
Note that isn't my reel, but still my favorite.
VABasser reply :
QuoteQuoteHERE IS MYPlease don't clutter up this thread with junk posts, trying to mock the original intent.
Loosen up its a joke. I got a good laugh out of it. I'd post up mine but I don't have a digital camera with me at college. However last week I found two Chronarch 50 MG's new for about $100 each so I'm feeling pretty good about that deal
L a r r y reply :
STEEZY.....OHHHHHH STEEZYYYY!!!!!!!!
I've seen some of your combos and I am like this each time
How's it been going? I hate COLD WEATHER
steezy reply :
QuoteSTEEZY.....OHHHHHH STEEZYYYY!!!!!!!!I've seen some of your combos and I am like this each time
How's it been going? I hate COLD WEATHER
I'm not sure about posting gear pics, I got beat to death just listing gear in a signature line.
As far as the cold, my fingers are still frozen from this morning, 33 degrees, wind chill was 28. I caught a small one on a rat-L-trap and a decent 2# on a black craw jig in 1' of water. I could'nt believe how much that fish was playing and splashing in the shallows in that those cold temps.
Bantam1 reply :
I would but its not fair because I work for Shimano. It would just be a picture of the inside of my 3 car garage. I have way too much stuff. And no I'm not going to give any of it away ;D
steezy reply :
QuoteI would but its not fair because I work for Shimano. It would just be a picture of the inside of my 3 car garage. I have way too much stuff. And no I'm not going to give any of it away ;D
Can I just hold it for a few months? 8-)
YeahSure reply :
QuoteI would but its not fair because I work for Shimano. It would just be a picture of the inside of my 3 car garage. I have way too much stuff. And no I'm not going to give any of it away ;D
How about selling it ??
<---- Broke bass resource member in search of deals
;D
-HAWK- reply :
QuoteI would but its not fair because I work for Shimano. It would just be a picture of the inside of my 3 car garage. I have way too much stuff. And no I'm not going to give any of it away ;D
Post It!!!! ;D ;D
How about this Bantam, just post up your one favorite setup. With the plethora of equipment you have, Id love to see what you throw the most.
skunked_again reply :
QuoteI would but its not fair because I work for Shimano. It would just be a picture of the inside of my 3 car garage. I have way too much stuff. And no I'm not going to give any of it away ;D
in Kansas we call that fringe benefits.
L a r r y reply :
QuoteI would but its not fair because I work for Shimano. It would just be a picture of the inside of my 3 car garage. I have way too much stuff. And no I'm not going to give any of it away ;D
Post it....or you'll have every BR member outside your garage ;D
seyone reply :
QuoteI would but its not fair because I work for Shimano. It would just be a picture of the inside of my 3 car garage. I have way too much stuff. And no I'm not going to give any of it away ;D
Ok, so lets see a pic of your garage.
L a r r y reply :
QuoteQuoteSTEEZY.....OHHHHHH STEEZYYYY!!!!!!!!I've seen some of your combos and I am like this each time
How's it been going? I hate COLD WEATHER
I'm not sure about posting gear pics, I got beat to death just listing gear in a signature line.
As far as the cold, my fingers are still frozen from this morning, 33 degrees, wind chill was 28. I caught a small one on a rat-L-trap and a decent 2# on a black craw jig in 1' of water. I could'nt believe how much that fish was playing and splashing in the shallows in that those cold temps.
Ahhhhh they all know you have the good stuff
You are better than me. I went out last sunday to test my new reel. I could only take about 15 minutes of the cold north wind, but I was able to catch a lil 1# in that time.
aceman387 reply :
go ahead and post some pictures steezy you have some nice equipment ,you work hard for what you have like the rest of us .it was around 36 today here in Illinois, i couldn't talk myself into going out fishing either.
SWMIBASSER reply :
I 'need' two of these.
-nick- reply :
QuoteIll start things out with a couple of my favorites.-Core 50mg7 paired with a Shimano Cumara. This is my favorite Combo.
-Daiwa Zillion 50th anniversary with GLoomis Bronzeback
Man that Cumara/Core combo is gorgeous! I've always told myself if I start getting expensive rods/reels this is the first one I'm getting. I'm really enjoying these post. If I recall correctly someone on here has a very nice collection of pixys.
chasiubao73 reply :
QuoteQuoteSTEEZY.....OHHHHHH STEEZYYYY!!!!!!!!I've seen some of your combos and I am like this each time
How's it been going? I hate COLD WEATHER
I'm not sure about posting gear pics, I got beat to death just listing gear in a signature line.
What do you mean beat up? You mean got hated on? If so, why do you care? Just remember, every hero has haters! Just tell em to put a tampon in it or get the sand out of their manginas!
Anyway, good thread. I enjoy looking at the gear pr0n.
KYntucky Warmouth reply :
I may not have the greatest, coolest, rarest, or most expensive gear but tomorrow night I'll post mine up. I love looking at other peoples stuff, especially when I can't afford it or is hard to get. Redlinerobert and JIMZEE always have the coolest stuff.
skunked_again reply :
QuoteI may not have the greatest, coolest, rarest, or most expensive gear but tomorrow night I'll post mine up. I love looking at other peoples stuff, especially when I can't afford it or is hard to get. Redlinerobert and JIMZEE always have the coolest stuff.
quoted for truth.
K_Mac reply :
There are some seriously sick collectors on this sight.;D The Natural posted some pictures a while back that were very impressive (in an OCD sort of way). Raul still has some high end tackle from the early seventies (in its original packaging) hermetically sealed in a top secret storage facility.
I don't really have the resources to collect, but would if I could. 8-) I do have a great time fishing with my modest collection, and I think for many of us collecting is just part of the joy of the sport.
I do confess to getting a little thrill from pictures of the good stuff... :
L a r r y reply :
Seeing pics is always a good thing. Everyone has their own style, flare, persona. Everyone has to start somewhere, and everyone dreams of having more. If people bump their gums about something that someone else has, they are green with ***. And also there are alot of keyboard warriors sitting behind their monitors/laptops, so don't let it get to you.
I'll snap some pics tonight of my little collection, as I've only just gotten back into fishing this summer
Lucky Craft Man reply :
QuoteQuoteQuoteSTEEZY.....OHHHHHH STEEZYYYY!!!!!!!!I've seen some of your combos and I am like this each time
How's it been going? I hate COLD WEATHER
I'm not sure about posting gear pics, I got beat to death just listing gear in a signature line.
What do you mean beat up? You mean got hated on? If so, why do you care? Just remember, every hero has haters! Just tell em to put a tampon in it or get the sand out of their manginas!
Anyway, good thread. I enjoy looking at the gear pr0n.
I love that response.
Steezy did take a pretty good beating, which I thought was unfair. He has always been very helpful to me when I had different questions on equipment. I guess some people just get jealous.
-HAWK- reply :
QuoteQuoteQuoteQuoteSTEEZY.....OHHHHHH STEEZYYYY!!!!!!!!I've seen some of your combos and I am like this each time
How's it been going? I hate COLD WEATHER
I'm not sure about posting gear pics, I got beat to death just listing gear in a signature line.
What do you mean beat up? You mean got hated on? If so, why do you care? Just remember, every hero has haters! Just tell em to put a tampon in it or get the sand out of their manginas!
Anyway, good thread. I enjoy looking at the gear pr0n.
I love that response.
Steezy did take a pretty good beating, which I thought was unfair. He has always been very helpful to me when I had different questions on equipment. I guess some people just get jealous.
One thing I just noticed. There is a thread running in the boating section where people show off there boats. Some of the boats posted are 40k plus rigs. Yet, not one person posts up nagging or complaining there. So Steezy, Bantam, The Natural and especially RedlineRobert, lets see some of your gear. If anyone feels compelled to whine about it, then whine to your mother. Because it doesn't belong here.
mozy reply :
This is what I have as of today. These pretty much cover everything I need, but as you can see, I have some more shopping to do.
Spinning:
Shimano Sahara 2500, Shimano Clarus 7' MF
Pflueger Supreme XT 9030, St. Croix Legend Tournament 6'8" MXF
Needs a reel(Daiwa Exceller?), St. Croix Mojo 6'9" MLXF
Casting:
Daiwa Feugo, Needs Rod(G. Loomis MBR844 or BCR854 hopefully)
Shimano Curado CU200, Shimano Clarus 6'6" MHF
Daiwa Black Widow II, Lamiglas Excel 7'3" MHF
Abu Garcia Revo STX, Fenwick HMG 7' MHF
Abu Garcia Revo Premier, Fenwick HMG 6'6" MHF
Daiwa Sol, G. Loomis CBR845
Hope to add a couple more next year. I'll probably put the Fuego on one of the HMG's(colors gotta match, right?) and put the Premier on whichever Loomis jig rod I decide on to keep the setup as lightweight as possible.
You may have noticed I like to match my combo's. I know it's not important to some people, but to gear enthusiasts it makes all the difference in the world. I probably spend as much time staring at my equipment as I do fishing.
Steezy, post your pics up man! Don't let a few jealous members deprive the rest of us of that joy.
steezy reply :
mozy, thats a really nice looking collection, you should be very proud !
OK, heres a few items
8-) 8-) 8-)
3 Daiwa Steez reels
3 Shimano Core 50 MG reels
2 Steez Flexlite rods
2 Steez SVF rods
1 G.Loomis GLX rod
1 Shimano Cumara rod
esoxangler reply :
Awesome collection steezy! Thanks for posting.
L a r r y reply :
Here is my little collection:
Daiwa Magforce 7:1.1 paired with a 6'0" Ugly Stick medium
Revo STX HS 7:1.1 paired with a 6'3" Vendetta medium
L a r r y reply :
More pics:
L a r r y reply :
3....
L a r r y reply :
Quotemozy, thats a really nice looking collection, you should be very proud !OK, heres a few items
8-) 8-) 8-)
3 Daiwa Steez reels
3 Shimano Core 50 MG reels
2 Steez Flexlite rods
2 Steez SVF rods
1 G.Loomis GLX rod
1 Shimano Cumara rod
(nearly $5000 retail)
Lightweight, sexy and powerful
mozy reply :
I would post my tackle, but I'm almost embarassed to show how many soft plastics I have. I'm afraid someone would ask questions about some of them and I've only used about 10% of them, haha. d**n bargain bins, how can you say no to $1 Yum Dingers or $2 Rage Tail baits?
steezy reply :
QuoteAwesome collection steezy! Thanks for posting.
Have another Steez combo and Stella spinning reel on a GLX rod out in the truck but too lazy to go get'em. Plus my wife was really complaing about the tackle on the dinning room table so I had to quickly take the pics and get the gear off the table.
chasiubao73 reply :
Really nice stuff all around. The ones that have caught my eye so far is rooster's bps extreme combos and mozy's lamiglas excel/daiwa black widow 2 combo.
Bronzefly reply :
I've always thought this was a beautiful reel...
-HAWK- reply :
Awesome rigs guys! Keep them coming. Ill post some more tonight.
mozy reply :
QuoteReally nice stuff all around. The ones that have caught my eye so far is rooster's bps extreme combos and mozy's lamiglas excel/daiwa black widow 2 combo.
Well I can't leave a fan with that crappy pic...
mozy reply :
...or maybe I can. Pictures are off of my fiance's cheap camera. I really need to get a decent camera one of these days.
-HAWK- reply :
My Shimano Collection....
steezy reply :
QuoteI've always thought this was a beautiful reel...
Bronzefly, That is a beautiful reel, what is it ?
Fat-G reply :
I would post some pics, but I have a Citica 200e and a Sahara 2500, both mounted on Lightning Rods.
Funny thing, I still catch fish!
-nick- reply :
QuoteI would post some pics, but I have a Citica 200e and a Sahara 2500, both mounted on Lightning Rods.Funny thing, I still catch fish!
Yeah one of my most used combos is the Abu Garcia Black Max paired with a black max rod! haha
-HAWK- reply :
QuoteQuoteI've always thought this was a beautiful reel...
Bronzefly, That is a beautiful reel, what is it ?
http://www.japantackle.com/Daiwa_reels/Daiwa_TDito.htm
The Rooster reply :
QuoteReally nice stuff all around. The ones that have caught my eye so far is rooster's bps extreme combos and mozy's lamiglas excel/daiwa black widow 2 combo.
Why thank ya!!! I believe the background I chose though helped add to the pizazz of the pictures. Looks "outdoorsy". Now I wish I had cleaned the handles of the rods before I took them. I was in a hurry though.
Redlinerobert reply :
What a great thread. Here is my contribution.
One of my Ito reels.
Custom 100 DC on a Megabass Purple Dragon.
Red Pixzilla
Full custom BBS on a Kaleido Super Stallion. First SS in the states.
Custom Ito.
Yellow Pixzilla on a JDM Steez Blitz.
Custom Inshore on a Dobyns 795 ML
Custom Steez on an Evergreen Stallion.
Custom Abel fishing pliers & knife, fish grabber.
Big Tom reply :
Redlinerobert, you are the man!!!
One hell of a bar too!!!
ghost_207 reply :
here my setup two 200e7 pair with compre and a cumara. i love my cumara ;D
The Rooster reply :
Wow, Redline's stuff is unreal!!! I'd have to sell my boat to afford that stuff. The Ito was my favorite one, it's just flat out sexxxy!!!
steezy reply :
Redlinerobert's custom tools where kickin, where can I get a set?
This thread was too soon.
I have a custom rod ordered from Matt Davis at Otterods but it won't be ready till Feb cause we are still waiting on Gary Loomis/NFC to make their new top of the line "HM Next" rod blank. Ive selected a red marble reel seat and chrome components and to of the line fuji guides to go on the raw black matte rod blank. It should look awesome. Got a new core 50 mg for it to send Matt to balance the rod.
Should be a sweet combo.
The Rooster reply :
This thread might still be going then. Christmas is coming, combos will be received, and photographed, and likely posted about on here.
-HAWK- reply :
Redline, I dont know whats more impressive. Your insane collection of reels and tools, Or your Full stocked bar setup! ;D ;D
chasiubao73 reply :
QuoteQuoteReally nice stuff all around. The ones that have caught my eye so far is rooster's bps extreme combos and mozy's lamiglas excel/daiwa black widow 2 combo.Well I can't leave a fan with that crappy pic...
Lol. nicely done. I am always curious to see what other fellow anglers have on their Lamiglas Excel rods since I've picked a few up during the Black Friday sales. Currently I have a 704C with last seasons Revo STX.
The current influx of the new valued rods are a welcomed sight. It's fun to pair them up with reels in your collection. I enjoy fishing my Cyclone Evoluzion/Aldebaran combo just as much as my Lamiglas Excel/Revo STX combo.
L a r r y reply :
QuoteRedline, I dont know whats more impressive. Your insane collection of reels and tools, Or your Full stocked bar setup! ;D ;D
Wooooowwwwwwwwwww this thread has really taken off. There are so many nicely setup combos. CONGRATS TO EVERYONE THAT SHARED THEIR PHOTOS....
I say we go use some of his sweetly setup combos and then go back to his house and have him mix up a few tastey beverages. I'm pretty sure that he can come up with a few, just look at the combos that he's put together.
L a r r y reply :
QuoteI would post some pics, but I have a Citica 200e and a Sahara 2500, both mounted on Lightning Rods.Funny thing, I still catch fish!
My first combo purchase this year was the Ugly Stick with a Shakespeare 6:3.1 b/c. I've used that combo all summer, and have caught numerous fish on it. I'm just now getting into spending any kind of money on combos, but nothing like what others are doing on here
SWMIBASSER reply :
QuoteQuoteI would post some pics, but I have a Citica 200e and a Sahara 2500, both mounted on Lightning Rods.Funny thing, I still catch fish!
My first combo purchase this year was the Ugly Stick with a Shakespeare 6:3.1 b/c. I've used that combo all summer, and have caught numerous fish on it. I'm just now getting into spending any kind of money on combos, but nothing like what others are doing on here
Look to the flea market area. I picked up an excellent condition Loomis Mossyback 7'1 MH, XF, for $90 cheaper than new, and that included shipping.
Good rods will help you catch more fish. Good reels are for showing off, and/or keeping yourself happy. If they don't backlash and don't break, and the right speed, they (cheap reels) will catch just as much fish as the $500+ reels like some pictured in here.
uicdent11 reply :
Once this thread dies, if ever, we need a "Show off your bar or liquor cabinet" thread. ;D
-nick- reply :
Thanks for sharing redline! I could look at custom rods/reels all day. Simply gorgeous!
-HAWK- reply :
Here is a Shimano Calcutta DC with a Shimano Curado 200E handle and knobs. Swapped over the knob center caps for a little bling. This is one of my brothers rigs. Sweet set up.
Redlinerobert reply :
Steezy,
You can pick up the pliers & kniife combo through Abel. The pliers I have are the larger #4's. They now have a cool bottle cap remover as well, not offered 7 years ago when I bought this set up.
http://www.abelreels.com/pages/pliers.htm
They offer different custom finishes as well as a nice leather sheath to carry on your belt. This black sheath was made for me by Arne, the gentleman that makes the sheaths for Abel.
A few more pics.
Another custom BBS.
Detail view of the Megabass Purple Dragon.
JDM Aldebaran with Bassart handle.
Alphas Ito.
Calcutta Cigar reel.
Steez Blitz and Steez 103 in the back, the front set up is a JDM Steez Wylie paired with a 103. This rod is 96% fiberglass. Too bad they never released it here in the states, it's an awesome rod!
My floating tackle box. ;D
Dan: reply :
Robert, how do you like the Big Bait Specials? TT didn't seem too fond of them.
mozy reply :
Redline, that TD-Z is the coolest looking reel I have ever seen. Definitely my favorite in this thread.
-HAWK- reply :
Robert, I dont think that collection is gonna be topped. You are the MAN! Wow, That is a thing of beauty.
P.S If you ever, wanna get rid of any of those I'ZE cork knobs Hit me up.
tennwalkinghorse reply :
QuoteRedlinerobert, you are the man!!!One hell of a bar too!!!
2X Sweet Love that Peacock man what a fish
Redlinerobert reply :
Dan,
Cal over at TT didnt like the reel in it's stock form. My BBS reels have been worked over a bit. Replaced the drag, upgraded bearings, it's like a whole different reel.
I know plenty of guys that have waaay more tackle than I do. Here's a pic of one of my friends' Megabass rod collection.
Dan: reply :
now that guy has a problem. He would need a pontoon boat to have enough room to fish even HALF of those rods!
SWMIBASSER reply :
Robert just sent a PM
-HAWK- reply :
QuoteDan,Cal over at TT didnt like the reel in it's stock form. My BBS reels have been worked over a bit. Replaced the drag, upgraded bearings, it's like a whole different reel.
I know plenty of guys that have waaay more tackle than I do. Here's a pic of one of my friends' Megabass rod collection.
roadwarrior reply :
Great thread, but...
Personal attacks will NOT be tolerated. Those
posts and others referencing the comments have
been removed.
This thread has been fun, let's keep it light and
on topic.
-Kent a.k.a. roadwarrior
Global Moderator
Lucky Craft Man reply :
I think now everyone can see why RedLineRobert is Bass Resources Official Tackle Enthusiast.
chasiubao73 reply :
QuoteDan,Cal over at TT didnt like the reel in it's stock form. My BBS reels have been worked over a bit. Replaced the drag, upgraded bearings, it's like a whole different reel.
I know plenty of guys that have waaay more tackle than I do. Here's a pic of one of my friends' Megabass rod collection.
Holy Balls to the Walls....Balls.
Thanks for posting it, not only do I hold this man in silent adulation but I can reference and show wifey this pic when she says my Megabass collection is getting out of hand. All my buds will forever be grateful to this guy. We will print this pic with the caption that reads: "At least we are not this guy" and use it as the official "get out of the sh!thole" card anytime a round tube like package shows up at our front door.
David P reply :
All Dobyns Rods, and a mix of Zillions, Fuegos, STX's, Luna, and Toro.
L a r r y reply :
QuoteGreat thread, but...Personal attacks will NOT be tolerated. Those
posts and others referencing the comments have
been removed.
This thread has been fun, let's keep it light and
on topic.
-Kent a.k.a. roadwarrior
Global Moderator
That guy ^^^ is pretty neat ;D
L a r r y reply :
WOWWWWWWWW
I swear some of you cats have some nice gear, and the numbers of combos and spares amazes me......Makes me wanna go shopping
Gone_Phishin reply :
Dang, I always just miss the drama.
No pics for now, but on a side note I picked-up four rods over the weekend: a Fuego, a Zillion, and two 09' LTA's. Oh, and got the TW deal on a Certate 2500 too.
I now have no money, seriously.
brushhoggin reply :
red line..... :otackle junkie for real! i'm jealous man. absolutely insane collection thanks for sharing
steezy reply :
Very nice gear Brokeju
-HAWK- reply :
QuoteVery nice gear Brokeju
+1 Very nice.
Now, who's got the exotic Spinning reels?
Chris at Tech reply :
QuoteAll Dobyns Rods, and a mix of Zillions, Fuegos, STX's, Luna, and Toro.
You look to be one spinning reel short. What a coincidence!
KYntucky Warmouth reply :
Here is my arsenal, nothing special
From Lt-Rt
Quantum Code/6'6''M Pro Qualifier
Revo Toro 50HS/7'9''MH Dobyns 795ML
Quantum Energy "Burner"/7'MH St. Croix Avid
Pflueger Patriarch 64LP/7'MH Kistler Magnesium TS
Pflueger Patriarch 71LP/7'H Kistler Magnesium TS
Daiwa Alphas 103/7'M Daiwa Zillion
Daiwa Sol/6'10''MH e21 Carrot Gold
Shimano Curado 200e7/7'Mag-H Powell 705c
Shimano Curado 200e7/7'6''Mag-H Powell 766
Shimano Curado 200e5/7'MH Lucky Craft Cranking Series
Daiwa Zillion 100SHA/7'MH Damiki Dark Angel
Shimano Stradic CI4 2500/7'M Damiki Dark Angel
Some loose reels
My Favorites
The whole lot
Fat-G reply :
Rick, How do you like the 7' Powell 705c? I see you have a Curado saddled up, and I have a Citica so they're basically the same shape. What do you use it for? I might be getting one soon.
BTW, nice arsenal
KYntucky Warmouth reply :
QuoteRick, How do you like the 7' Powell 705c? I see you have a Curado saddled up, and I have a Citica so they're basically the same shape. What do you use it for? I might be getting one soon.BTW, nice arsenal
Thanks. I got it late this season but have had it out a few times. Fished mostly larger T-rigs, jigs, and small swimbaits, have thrown larger spinnerbaits with it as well. It seems to be best suited for larger contact baits.
fourbizz reply :
I seem to have only pictures of fish laying around... None of my gear...
steezy reply :
BigRickRolled, awesome assortment of hardware you got there!
KYntucky Warmouth reply :
QuoteDan,Cal over at TT didnt like the reel in it's stock form. My BBS reels have been worked over a bit. Replaced the drag, upgraded bearings, it's like a whole different reel.
I know plenty of guys that have waaay more tackle than I do. Here's a pic of one of my friends' Megabass rod collection.
central_fl_fishin reply :
tierra, calcutta, tekota, curado, stradic and penn.
-HAWK- reply :
Quotetierra, calcutta, tekota, curado, stradic and penn.
Very nice! I really like the homemade rod holder. Thats pretty cool.
Tin reply :
QuoteI seem to have only pictures of fish laying around... None of my gear...
x2, That's what it is all about. ;D
mozy reply :
Love the collection BigRickRolled.
David P reply :
QuoteQuoteAll Dobyns Rods, and a mix of Zillions, Fuegos, STX's, Luna, and Toro.You look to be one spinning reel short. What a coincidence!
You have quite the eye. The rod just showed up on my porch the other day, I guess the reel will be here shortly ;D
mozy reply :
Well I was swapping reels around today and I think I found my new favorite. I haven't had a chance to use it yet(3" of ice now), but it balances perfectly and is very light. Even my fiance commented on how light it was and she knows absolutely nothing about fishing. Anyways, here's a pic...
GRiver reply :
Great rigs everyone....Love looking at them.
Redlinerobert reply :
Here's another custom Daiwa BBS I picked up recently. The rod is a full custom as well, the previous owner had the blank painted at the factory.
jesse D. reply :
dam, you guys are loaded
very nice reels!!!
Fat-G reply :
Robert, holy crap. Do you actually fish with that stuff? I'd be scared to use it. Why spend so much on rods and reels? It is pretty awesome though
Root beer reply :
I'll get pictures of rest of my set-up over the winter when I do my annual "inventory count". I love my collections, they are mostly mid-range rods and reels, but they are excellent work horse and gets the job done.
I have the following set-ups:
Revo SX paired on a Airrus Co-Matrix (this my favorite)
Shimano Sedona with St. Croix Mojo rod (my second favorite)
Revo SX paired with a custom rod (pics below, this is one I used for the heavy stuff, timbers, grass, etc)
Daiwa Viento with daiwa S rod (twitching bar isn't that great, but I just used it for reeling slacks)
Those are just name a few, rest are mostly mid-range BPS rods that I used for crankbaits and topwaters. The ones I mention above are for worms and jigs. My dad has a carrot stick that I like, but I rarely ever touch it.
grimlin reply :
Very cool stuff guys!
Fishing porn...for fishermen.... ;D
SWMIBASSER reply :
This thread has been interesting, entertaining, and worst of all inspiring.
I think after all the tricked out reels I've seen, I've been inspired to build one myself.
roadwarrior reply :
The title of this thread Is "Show off your stuff".
Show your stuff, take a peek, compliment others,
or move on to another thread. We aren't going
to have personal attacks and don't need critical
comments. It's just for FUN.
-Kent a.k.a. roadwarrior
Global Moderator
-HAWK- reply :
QuoteHere's another custom Daiwa BBS I picked up recently. The rod is a full custom as well, the previous owner had the blank painted at the factory.
Wow!! That is a beautiful set-up..
Root beer reply :
QuoteThis thread has been interesting, entertaining, and worst of all inspiring.I think after all the tricked out reels I've seen, I've been inspired to build one myself.
I had thoughts of getting some cork from my Hobby Lobby and put them on one of my reels, but so far it doesn't look like it going work out. Need get back to drawing board.
South FLA reply :
Here is the core of my outfits (Right to Left)
Curado 200E5 & Crucial CRC-C70M
JDM Metanium MG & Avid AC68MXF
Zillion 100SHA & Custom G Loomis Mahogany Blank MB783
Revo Skeet Reese & G Loomis GLX MBR 844C (Frog Duties)
Chronrach 100B & Cumara CUC-72MH
Chronarch 50MG & Custom G Loomis Slate C722
JDM Calcutta 100 w/GTB 200 Bearing Handle & All Star PRL
Calcutta 150 & All Star T38x 845 C (Oldest Outfit)
Calcutta 200GTB & Dobyns 795 SB MT
Symetre 3000FJ & Mojo MBS70MF
Stradic 1000MG FB & All Star Platinum P762S (Newest Addition)
Goose52 reply :
WOW - there are some outstanding rigs in this thread!
My humble battery is all low- to mid-range stuff...just tools... Some of the reels date back to the 1960s and there's another half-dozen rods up in the attic.
SWMIBASSER reply :
QuoteWOW - there are some outstanding rigs in this thread!My humble battery is all low- to mid-range stuff...just tools... Some of the reels date back to the 1960s and there's another half-dozen rods up in the attic.
I'm probably the only one to notice the BRE Z car in the poster in the background.
Someday I'll pick up an early Z car. If there are any still around.
kbkindle reply :
here is kb stuff
these are rods and reels i use above cabinet id abu garcia round reels
these are the rods i made from blanks and home made wood handles
these are some of the lures i made that have never seen the water
and a few of big m's lures
roadwarrior reply :
Hey Goose52!
Your's is my favorite pic on the thread...It looks
like you take great care of your equipment and
have it arranged for a very nice presentation.
Outstanding post!
8-)
Goose52 reply :
QuoteSomeday I'll pick up an early Z car. If there are any still around.
Can't have mine - I bought it new in '72...still have it!
NorCalFishinguru reply :
QuoteLol. nicely done. I am always curious to see what other fellow anglers have on their Lamiglas Excel rods since I've picked a few up during the Black Friday sales. Currently I have a 704C with last seasons Revo STX.
The current influx of the new valued rods are a welcomed sight. It's fun to pair them up with reels in your collection. I enjoy fishing my Cyclone Evoluzion/Aldebaran combo just as much as my Lamiglas Excel/Revo STX combo.
I slapped a daiwa viento on mine but im looking to buy an abu revo inshore with a power handle. The black widow 2 looks really cool with the matching accents.
Redlinerobert reply :
QuoteRobert, holy crap. Do you actually fish with that stuff? I'd be scared to use it. Why spend so much on rods and reels? It is pretty awesome though
I use all my stuff. Scratches add character.
Goose52 reply :
QuoteHey Goose52!Your's is my favorite pic on the thread...It looks
like you take great care of your equipment and
have it arranged for a very nice presentation.
Outstanding post!
8-)
Gosh, thanks - I'm sorta speechless on that!
I'm really enjoying seeing all the modern stuff in this thread but to add a bit of a blast from the past I went out to the garage and took another photo.
I got the Ted Williams 400 as a gift from my Dad probably around 1959 or 1960 - it was my only reel for about 6 years and caught a lot of fish. I fished it this year on a 60s vintage solid glass rod - caught two little bass and put it away 'till next year. (Those solid glass rods sure make you appreciate a modern graphite rod!)
The Lido (what the heck is a Lido!) spincast reel I got for one book of SSS trading stamps. For a rod, I had found a 5.5' plastic handle casting rod laying on the bank on Tamiami Trail in South Florida. I cut off the plastic handle, bought a metal ferrule for a couple bits, and then bought a new chucked handle for a buck or two. So, the whole rig cost me a book of trading stamps and about $2.50 cash. In the summer of 1967 (my last year living in FL) I was trolling a Rapala (or maybe a Rebel) with the Lido rig down a canal off the Trail and caught a 4 3/4 lb largemouth...I remember it well..... I have the Lido mounted now on a cheap BPS rod for use by my wife.
Lotsa memories !
Root beer reply :
Kb, I love that rod handle that looks like a dark cherry color. Fantastic. The crankbaits display is something I like to have.
skunked_again reply :
QuoteQuoteHey Goose52!Your's is my favorite pic on the thread...It looks
like you take great care of your equipment and
have it arranged for a very nice presentation.
Outstanding post!
8-)
Gosh, thanks - I'm sorta speechless on that!
I'm really enjoying seeing all the modern stuff in this thread but to add a bit of a blast from the past I went out to the garage and took another photo.
I got the Ted Williams 400 as a gift from my Dad probably around 1959 or 1960 - it was my only reel for about 6 years and caught a lot of fish. I fished it this year on a 60s vintage solid glass rod - caught two little bass and put it away 'till next year. (Those solid glass rods sure make you appreciate a modern graphite rod!)
The Lido (what the heck is a Lido!) spincast reel I got for one book of SSS trading stamps. For a rod, I had found a 5.5' plastic handle casting rod laying on the bank on Alligator Alley in South Florida. I cut off the plastic handle, bought a metal ferrule for a couple bits, and then bought a new chucked handle for a buck or two. So, the whole rig cost me a book of trading stamps and about $2.50 cash. In the summer of 1967 (my last year living in FL) I was trolling a Rapala (or maybe a Rebel) down a canal off the Alley and caught a 4 3/4 lb largemouth...I remember it well..... I have it mounted now on a cheap BPS rod for use by my wife.
Lotsa memories !
thats what im talking about.
the baits in the display boxes is a nice touch as well.
Fat-G reply :
QuoteQuoteRobert, holy crap. Do you actually fish with that stuff? I'd be scared to use it. Why spend so much on rods and reels? It is pretty awesome thoughI use all my stuff. Scratches add character.
Hahaha, I agree. You've got some amazing stuff. If I had that I'd frame it all!
Redlinerobert reply :
QuoteQuoteHey Goose52!Your's is my favorite pic on the thread...It looks
like you take great care of your equipment and
have it arranged for a very nice presentation.
Outstanding post!
8-)
Gosh, thanks - I'm sorta speechless on that!
I'm really enjoying seeing all the modern stuff in this thread but to add a bit of a blast from the past I went out to the garage and took another photo.
I got the Ted Williams 400 as a gift from my Dad probably around 1959 or 1960 - it was my only reel for about 6 years and caught a lot of fish. I fished it this year on a 60s vintage solid glass rod - caught two little bass and put it away 'till next year. (Those solid glass rods sure make you appreciate a modern graphite rod!)
The Lido (what the heck is a Lido!) spincast reel I got for one book of SSS trading stamps. For a rod, I had found a 5.5' plastic handle casting rod laying on the bank on Alligator Alley in South Florida. I cut off the plastic handle, bought a metal ferrule for a couple bits, and then bought a new chucked handle for a buck or two. So, the whole rig cost me a book of trading stamps and about $2.50 cash. In the summer of 1967 (my last year living in FL) I was trolling a Rapala (or maybe a Rebel) down a canal off the Alley and caught a 4 3/4 lb largemouth...I remember it well..... I have it mounted now on a cheap BPS rod for use by my wife.
Lotsa memories !
I 2nd that sentiment Goose. Love your tackle!
Goose52 reply :
QuoteI 2nd that sentiment Goose. Love your tackle!
WOW - high praise indeed! Thanks!! I have modern stuff (meaning mid-1980s or newer) for my primary fishing gear, but I also have many fond memories of the early days and I still fish this old stuff occasionally just for grins. Now, I need to take that Lido back from my wife and go catch a bass on it (hopefully, it still has some sort of working drag after reeling in the 4 3/4 pounder 42 years ago)...
steezy reply :
QuoteThe title of this thread Is "Show off your stuff".Show your stuff, take a peek, compliment others,
or move on to another thread. We aren't going
to have personal attacks and don't need critical
comments. It's just for FUN.
-Kent a.k.a. roadwarrior
Global Moderator
Agree 1000%
Whats wrong with some people?
Whats to gain about posting something negative in this thread?
Glenn reply :
QuoteVery cool stuff guys!Fishing porn...for fishermen.... ;D
;D No kidding! ;D
-HAWK- reply :
This thread is amazing. Great too see there are other fanatics out there just like me.
Btw We are still waiting for a peek Bantam.. ;D
TimJ reply :
beautiful stuff people!!!
TJ
chasiubao73 reply :
Quotehere is kb stuff
these are rods and reels i use above cabinet id abu garcia round reels
these are the rods i made from blanks and home made wood handles
these are some of the lures i made that have never seen the water
and a few of big m's lures
That is beautiful. I think I shed a tear when i saw this. Nice job.
SWMIBASSER reply :
QuoteQuoteLol. nicely done. I am always curious to see what other fellow anglers have on their Lamiglas Excel rods since I've picked a few up during the Black Friday sales. Currently I have a 704C with last seasons Revo STX.
The current influx of the new valued rods are a welcomed sight. It's fun to pair them up with reels in your collection. I enjoy fishing my Cyclone Evoluzion/Aldebaran combo just as much as my Lamiglas Excel/Revo STX combo.
I slapped a daiwa viento on mine but im looking to buy an abu revo inshore with a power handle. The black widow 2 looks really cool with the matching accents.
Those Lamiglass rods are one of the best looking rods made IMO.
Bronzefly reply :
Pink reel anyone?
Uncle Leo reply :
Unfortunately I have this site on my favorites, no picture for me, my stuff is under lock and key. God forbid if my wife gets a good look at all of it.
Nice stuff guys, even the Pink Reel ;D
Stasher1 reply :
Here's mine. Nothing too flashy or high-end, but functional.
From L-R:
6'6" MH/F Johnny Morris Signature Series spinning rod - no reel at the moment
6'6" M/F St. Croix Triumph - Mitchell 308Xe (my travel/trunk combo)
6'6" M/F Shimano Crucial - Shimano Symetre 2500FI
6'8" M/XF St. Croix Avid - Shimano Symetre 2500FI
6'6" MH/F St. Croix Avid - Pflueger Patriarch 64WLP
6'10" MH/MF Quantum Tour Edition PT Signature Series KVD spinnerbait - Shimano Curado 200E7
7' M/MF Kistler Magnesium TS Alton Jones Crankbait Special (composite) - Pflueger Asaro WLP
I have several more around here, but the rest are mostly panfishing/ultralight setups.
SWMIBASSER reply :
QuotePink reel anyone?
THAT is cool
steezy reply :
QuotePink reel anyone?
A little something for the ladies.
My wife would probably try fishing if I got her one of those.
Hey Stasher1, those are some clean and well organized setups.
-HAWK- reply :
QuotePink reel anyone?
That is sweet! Im not a huge fan of pink, but that reels is nicely done.
Stasher1 reply :
QuoteHey Stasher1, those are some clean and well organized setups.
Thanks. I don't typically keep gear very long, so I'm extremely careful with it to make sure I minimize the depreciation.
As a matter of fact, there are two rods in that pic that'll wind up in the Flea Market shortly after Xmas.
kbkindle reply :
man its great to see other guys stuff high end stuff or not everyone sure does take care of there equipement looking goooooood
central.PA.bass reply :
Quoteman its great to see other guys stuff high end stuff or not everyone sure does take care of there equipement looking goooooood
I agree! This is by far my favorite thread! I check this thread at least 10 times a day to see other peoples stuff! I dont have a whole lot but I will post a pic after Christmas once I get my Powell rod that is on backorder! It should look pretty good paired up with a Revo Premier.
This thread will probably really heat up after Santa comes!
Goose52 reply :
Quoteman its great to see other guys stuff ...
So far, I've liked KB's rack of working rods !
roadwarrior reply :
QuotePink reel anyone?
Real men can do pink!
That reel is beautiful, but a "collectors item" only.
;D ;D ;D
skunked_again reply :
QuotePink reel anyone?
that is the coolest thing ever....
Jimzee reply :
Some great looking gear on here guys. I never get tired of looking at other people's stuff. This section has always been my favorite to visit on BR. Love the tackle porn!!
I have a few old pics from last spring after cleaning the reels I was going to use this past fishing year. One thing I enjoy doing during the winter is servicing my reels, kind of builds my excitement up for the coming spring.
I did manage to find a couple more during the season off the flea market on here, a Steez 100SHA NIB and a Presso NIB. Keep those eyes open, always good deals to be had.
roadwarrior reply :
Ding! Ding! Ding!
You got it goin' on!
;D ;D ;D ;D ;D
Big Tom reply :
Raul and The Natural need to post some pics and this thread will be complete...until after Christmas.
Edit* Roadwarrior, I wouldn't mind seeing some of your gear, either.
seyone reply :
Some great reels Jimzee
skunked_again reply :
QuoteSome great looking gear on here guys. I never get tired of looking at other people's stuff. This section has always been my favorite to visit on BR. Love the tackle porn!!I have a few old pics from last spring after cleaning the reels I was going to use this past fishing year. One thing I enjoy doing during the winter is servicing my reels, kind of builds my excitement up for the coming spring.
I did manage to find a couple more during the season off the flea market on here, a Steez 100SHA NIB and a Presso NIB. Keep those eyes open, always good deals to be had.
i love the smell of Daiwa in the morning.....
Hooked_On_Bass reply :
I love tackle porn too! Here are some reels of mine:
Starting from the top - left to right:
Shimano Conquest 101
Shimano Conquest 51
Shimano Chronarch 51 Mg
Shimano Curado 201 E7
Shimano Curado 101D
Daiwa Zillion TDZLN 100SHLA
Shimano Chronarch 51 Mg
Shimano Chronarch 51 Mg
Shimano Conquest 101
Shimano Conquest 101
Shimano Conquest 101
Shimano Metanium MG7 L
Daiwa Zillion 50th Anniversary Hyper-Speed
Shimano Saros 2500F
I use the first 6 (Conquest 101 - Zillion 100SHLA) and the Saros 2500F. The rest don't leave the shelf.
Dan: reply :
Blaine, where'd you get those purple handles and can you get them for Shimano reels?
Jimzee reply :
QuoteBlaine, where'd you get those purple handles and can you get them for Shimano reels?
That particular set I purchased from Redline Robert. They are Bassart knobs and fit Bassart handles real well. You can get them here. http://japantackle.com/Tuning_parts/Tuning_handles_Shimano.htm
They are a bit on the heavy side just so you know.(solid aluminum)
seyone reply :
QuoteI love tackle porn too! Here are some reels of mine:
Starting from the top - left to right:
Shimano Conquest 101
Shimano Conquest 51
Shimano Chronarch 51 Mg
Shimano Curado 201 E7
Shimano Curado 101D
Daiwa Zillion TDZLN 100SHLA
Shimano Chronarch 51 Mg
Shimano Chronarch 51 Mg
Shimano Conquest 101
Shimano Conquest 101
Shimano Conquest 101
Shimano Metanium MG7 L
Daiwa Zillion 50th Anniversary Hyper-Speed
Shimano Saros 2500F
I use the first 6 (Conquest 101 - Zillion 100SHLA) and the Saros 2500F. The rest don't leave the shelf.
Very nice, I'm a big fan of the conquests.
-HAWK- reply :
QuoteI love tackle porn too! Here are some reels of mine:
Starting from the top - left to right:
Shimano Conquest 101
Shimano Conquest 51
Shimano Chronarch 51 Mg
Shimano Curado 201 E7
Shimano Curado 101D
Daiwa Zillion TDZLN 100SHLA
Shimano Chronarch 51 Mg
Shimano Chronarch 51 Mg
Shimano Conquest 101
Shimano Conquest 101
Shimano Conquest 101
Shimano Metanium MG7 L
Daiwa Zillion 50th Anniversary Hyper-Speed
Shimano Saros 2500F
I use the first 6 (Conquest 101 - Zillion 100SHLA) and the Saros 2500F. The rest don't leave the shelf.
Wow... Awesome gear guys!! Im surprised no one started a thread like this before.
Dan: reply :
QuoteQuoteBlaine, where'd you get those purple handles and can you get them for Shimano reels?That particular set I purchased from Redline Robert. They are Bassart knobs and fit Bassart handles real well. You can get them here. http://japantackle.com/Tuning_parts/Tuning_handles_Shimano.htm
They are a bit on the heavy side just so you know.(solid aluminum)
Awesome! I think those red ones would look killer on a Core MG. It wouldn't hurt too much to add a little weight to that reel!
steezy reply :
QuoteQuotePink reel anyone?Real men can do pink!
That reel is beautiful, but a "collectors item" only.
;D ;D ;D
Jewels and/or diamonds on the handle would look really good and add more flash and bling. 8-)
Com'on RW I know you've got a stella and some other goodies ! Lets see'em !
roadwarrior reply :
I don't have any bling-bling, my rigs look more like guns. Anyhow, here's my list:
Spinning
G. Loomis GLX PR844S/ Shimano Stella 2500FD
St. Croix Legend Elite ES70MF/ Stella 2500FB
St. Croix Avid AVS66MLF/ Stella 1000FA
Fenwick Techna AV AVS70MM/ Sustain 2500
Baitcasting
G. Loomis GLX MBR844C/ STX
G. Loomis GLX PR844C/ Calais
G. Loomis GLX BCR854/ Curado 200E7
G. Loomis GLX MBR842C/ Scorpion 1000
St. Croix Legend Elite EC70MHF/ CTE200GT
St. Croix Avid AVC66MF/ Core
St. Croix Avid AVC70MF/ Metanium
St. Croix Avid AVC70MM/ Chronarch
Dobyns Champion 683C/ CH50MG
Lamiglas SR705R/ CTE200GT
I'm looking for a Core 50MG if anyone has
a deal on a reel. Also, a BCR893 to go
with it!
8-)
Lucky Craft Man reply :
I don't have special or modified gear. All mine are run of the mill, off the shelf equipment (hence, why I didn't post any pictures of it).
Here is my bass line-up:
G Loomis Swimbait SWBR953C & Daiwa Zillion 100PA
G Loomis Swimbait SWBR904C & Revo Winch
G Loomis Mossyback BCFR894 & Daiwa Zillion 100SHSA
G Loomis Mossyback BCR874 & Daiwa Fuego
G Loomis GLX BCR893 & Daiwa Steez 103SHA
G Loomis GLX BCFR954 & Shimano Core 100MgFV
G Loomis GLX BCR875 & Shimano Core 100MgFV
G Loomis GLX BCR854 & Shimano Core 100MgFV
G Loomis GLX BCR803 & Shimano Core 100MgFV
G Loomis GL3 MBR845 & Daiwa Fuego
G Loomis Deep Flex Crankbait CBR896DF & Revo Winch
G Loomis GLX CBR855C & Daiwa Sol
G Loomis SMR814C-CB & Shimano Core 50 Mg7
G Loomis SMR814C-CB & Daiwa Fuego
G Loomis GLX MBR783C & Daiwa Fuego
G Loomis IMX MBR844C & Daiwa Zillion 100SHA
G Loomis IMX MBR843C & Daiwa Fuego
G Loomis IMX MBR783C & Shimano Curado 200E7
G Loomis MossyBack BCR663 & Shimano Curado 100D
G Loomis Spinnerbait SBR661C & Shimano Curado100D
G Loomis GLX BSR852 & Pflueger Supreme
G Loomis GLX SHR822S & Pflueger Supreme
G Loomis SMR882S-SP & Pflueger Supreme
G Loomis DSR822S & Pflueger Supreme
G Loomis SJR722S & Pflueger Supreme
Here is my travel bass line-up:
Cabelas XML C704-2 & Quantm Tour Edit. PT
Cabelas XML C704-1 & Shimano Curado 200DHSV
Cabelas XML C702-1 & Johnny Morris Signature Reel
Cabelas XML C702-2 & Daiwa Viento
Cabelas XML C703-2 & Johnny Morris Signature Reel
Cabelas XML C663X-2 & Abu Garcia Revo SC
Cabelas XML C663X-2 & Rick Clunn Signature Reel
Cabelas XML XCLS704-2A & Pflueger Supreme
Cabelas XML XCLS704-2A & Pflueger Supreme
Cabelas XML C563-1 & Johnny Morris Signature Reel
And my pack travel bass line-up:
XPS Extreme XTR66MHT-3 Travel Rod & Extreme Reel High Ratio
XPS Extreme XTR66MHT-3 Travel Rod & Extreme Reel
XPS Extreme EXT66MS-3 Travel Rod & Pflueger President
L a r r y reply :
I would like to thank everyone for making me not do any work this morning!!!!!
These are some awesome Pron fish pics, I am a fan of everyones postings, some really good gear everyone has. Like someone else said, from the least expensive to the most expensive. There is some awesome FISH CATCHING GEAR
Bronzefly reply :
QuoteQuotePink reel anyone?Real men can do pink!
That reel is beautiful, but a "collectors item" only.
;D ;D ;D
You are correct sir... that is a "collectors item" - It's an extremely rare bird and has never even had line on it - nor will it ever while in my posession! ;D
This thread is a BLAST guys!! Keep it coming!
YeahSure reply :
I can only hope that one day I will be fortunate enough to own half of the rods and reels that have been shown! Absolutely incredible! I have one set-up a Shimano crucial spinning rod with a symetre reel, no pics now . Am working on getting my very own first baitcaster, hopefully before the new year!
-HAWK- reply :
QuoteI don't have special or modified gear. All mine are run of the mill, off the shelf equipment (hence, why I didn't post any pictures of it).
INSANE! That is an incredible line up. How about some pictures anyway. No one cares if its off the shelf equipment
seyone reply :
QuoteI don't have special or modified gear. All mine are run of the mill, off the shelf equipment (hence, why I didn't post any pictures of it).Here is my bass line-up:
G Loomis Swimbait SWBR953C & Daiwa Zillion 100PA
G Loomis Swimbait SWBR904C & Revo Winch
G Loomis Mossyback BCFR894 & Daiwa Zillion 100SHSA
G Loomis Mossyback BCR874 & Daiwa Fuego
G Loomis GLX BCR893 & Daiwa Steez 103SHA
G Loomis GLX BCFR954 & Shimano Core 100MgFV
G Loomis GLX BCR875 & Shimano Core 100MgFV
G Loomis GLX BCR854 & Shimano Core 100MgFV
G Loomis GLX BCR803 & Shimano Core 100MgFV
G Loomis GL3 MBR845 & Daiwa Fuego
G Loomis Deep Flex Crankbait CBR896DF & Revo Winch
G Loomis GLX CBR855C & Daiwa Sol
G Loomis SMR814C-CB & Shimano Core 50 Mg7
G Loomis SMR814C-CB & Daiwa Fuego
G Loomis GLX MBR783C & Daiwa Fuego
G Loomis IMX MBR844C & Daiwa Zillion 100SHA
G Loomis IMX MBR843C & Daiwa Fuego
G Loomis IMX MBR783C & Shimano Curado 200E7
G Loomis MossyBack BCR663 & Shimano Curado 100D
G Loomis Spinnerbait SBR661C & Shimano Curado100D
G Loomis GLX BSR852 & Pflueger Supreme
G Loomis GLX SHR822S & Pflueger Supreme
G Loomis SMR882S-SP & Pflueger Supreme
G Loomis DSR822S & Pflueger Supreme
G Loomis SJR722S & Pflueger Supreme
Here is my travel bass line-up:
Cabelas XML C704-2 & Quantm Tour Edit. PT
Cabelas XML C704-1 & Shimano Curado 200DHSV
Cabelas XML C702-1 & Johnny Morris Signature Reel
Cabelas XML C702-2 & Daiwa Viento
Cabelas XML C703-2 & Johnny Morris Signature Reel
Cabelas XML C663X-2 & Abu Garcia Revo SC
Cabelas XML C663X-2 & Rick Clunn Signature Reel
Cabelas XML XCLS704-2A & Pflueger Supreme
Cabelas XML XCLS704-2A & Pflueger Supreme
Cabelas XML C563-1 & Johnny Morris Signature Reel
And my pack travel bass line-up:
XPS Extreme XTR66MHT-3 Travel Rod & Extreme Reel High Ratio
XPS Extreme XTR66MHT-3 Travel Rod & Extreme Reel
XPS Extreme EXT66MS-3 Travel Rod & Pflueger President
Nice, I hope that someday my run of the mill looks more like yours
steezy reply :
That is a sweet inventory RW, those smallies dont have a prayer against that gear.
What can I say Lucky Craft Man, I am speechless over that G Loomis lineup ! I don't guess it's even worth asking if you have ever considered a Steez rod.
Bronzefly reply :
UL Baitcast Combo?
Lucky Craft Man reply :
QuoteI don't guess it's even worth asking if you have ever considered a Steez rod.
I am a big fan of full grip rods (as well as rod brand continuity) and after going through many brands of rods, G Loomis & the Cabelas XML's have really suited me well. I am sure the Steez is a great rod, but until that sucker comes with a full rear grip, I don't see one in my future.
Jimzee reply :
Bronzefly, that is a sick Presso combo!! Very envious!!
Lucky Craft Man, just plain wow on your collection of Loomis rods.
Lucky Craft Man reply :
QuoteINSANE!
I would describe what RedLineRobert and Bronzefly have displayed as INSANE. Their equipment is truly impressive.
Dan: reply :
QuoteUL Baitcast Combo?
nice dude. I'll bet that thing can chuck a beetle spin pretty good. Is that an Otterod?
Bronzefly reply :
Quotenice dude. I'll bet that thing can chuck a beetle spin pretty good. Is that an Otterod?
The Presso to me is the ultimate ultralight baitcaster. It's paired up with a Presso Rod...
Bronzefly reply :
Black and White 8-)
FiSHCOX reply :
Sorry, no pix, but thought I'd list out what I fish with.
Pond Bass Gear (3):
Abu Garcia Revo STX; St. Croix Avid 6'2" Med./Extra Fast. (small spinnerbaits, chatterbaits, buzzbaits, beetle spins).
Abu Garcia Revo STX; J.Morris-Elite 6'3" Med./Extra Fast. (texas rigs, shakeyheads, light jigs, soft plastic swimbaits, & grubs).
Abu Garcia Revo STX; J.Morris-Elite 6'3" Med./Extra Fast. (small topwater poppers/walkers, jerkbaits, small crankbaits).
Lake Bass Gear (3):
Abu Garcia Revo Premier; St. Croix Legend Xtreem 6'6" Med./Fast. (texas rigs, wacky rigs, shakeyheads, flukes, tubes, weightless worm & light jigs).
Abu Garcia Revo STX; St. Croix Legend Tournament Bass 6'6" Med./Fast. (spinnerbaits, chatterbaits, buzzbaits & frogs).
Abu Garcia Revo STX; J.Morris Elite 6'8" Med./Extra Fast. (crankbaits, lipless cranks, jerkbaits, topwater poppers/walkers).
Lake Striper/Hybrid & White Bass (1):
Abu Garcia Revo SX; J.Morris Elite 6'8" Med./Extra Fast. (soft plastic 4" swimbaits w/ 1/2oz. jigheads & hard plastic jointed swim & wake baits, spoons, 3/4oz lipless cranks, inline spinners, large topwater poppers & walkers, buzzbaits).
All spooled w/ 12 - 14lb. suffix siege, smoke green mono. line. Most fishing done on North & East Texas Reservoirs like Lewisville, Ray Roberts, Hubbard, Fork, Bob Sandlin, & Texhoma. (Pond fishing done in Denton County)
roadwarrior reply :
QuoteI can only hope that one day I will be fortunate enough to own half of the rods and reels that have been shown! Absolutely incredible! I have one set-up a Shimano crucial spinning rod with a symetre reel, no pics now
Most (all) of this gear has probably been accumulated
over the years. Speaking for myself, some of my
stuff was purchased in 1997. I don't trade and generally
pick up a rig or two a year, not all at once. My theory is
like Warren Buffet's investment goals: "Buy and hold forever."
And this is something I have often stated: You only "need"
three rigs:
1. Spinning combo for weightless soft plastics and light
lures. My suggestion is 6 1/2' or 7' MF.
2. Baitcaster for "treble hooks".
6 1/2' MHM.
3. Baitcaster for weighted soft plastics and jigs.
7' MHF or 7' HF.
;D ;D ;D
Redlinerobert reply :
Agreed with Kent. It has taken me years to accumulate my tackle. Also this is my main hobby now. Use to be cars, but I'm over that. For now.
Fat-G reply :
QuoteQuoteI can only hope that one day I will be fortunate enough to own half of the rods and reels that have been shown! Absolutely incredible! I have one set-up a Shimano crucial spinning rod with a symetre reel, no pics nowMost (all) of this gear has probably been accumulated
over the years. Speaking for myself, some of my
stuff was purchased in 1997. I don't trade and generally
pick up a rig or two a year, not all at once. My theory is
like Warren Buffet's investment goals: "Buy and hold forever."
And this is something I have often stated: You only "need"
three rigs:
1. Spinning combo for weightless soft plastics and light
lures. My suggestion is 6 1/2' or 7' MF.
2. Baitcaster for "treble hooks".
6 1/2' MHM.
3. Baitcaster for weighted soft plastics and jigs.
7' MHF or 7' HF.
;D ;D ;D
Good thought. I'm the same way, I buy stuff to keep. That's why I'm still trying to decide what rod to get for jigs ;D
In the next couple of years I hope to be at the point where I have five NICE combos (3 casting, 2 spinning), around $200 in each one.
Redlinerobert reply :
QuoteBlack and White 8-)
Verry nice my friend.
Jake. reply :
QuoteUL Baitcast Combo?
Wow. That's the only Presso casting rod I've ever seen.
tnbassfisher reply :
Some really great gear here!
Dan: reply :
QuoteQuotenice dude. I'll bet that thing can chuck a beetle spin pretty good. Is that an Otterod?
The Presso to me is the ultimate ultralight baitcaster. It's paired up with a Presso Rod...
oh, I didn't know they made a Presso rod. I just figured it was custom made to match the Presso. Very nice.
Bronzefly reply :
Jimzee - sweet Daiwa collection...
RLR - stunning stuff man 8-)
This thread ROCKS guys, keep it coming!!
The_Natural reply :
I haven't been posting a whole lot lately....been sick and dealing with family. I'll post a few pics tomorrow because someone asked.
2ManyCrankb8s reply :
Here is a few of my setups.
SWMIBASSER reply :
Nice stuff!!
Everyone killer tackle.
I'm going to be building a Revo this winter. Not the most popular reels to trick out but it seems if you look hard enough you can find some cool stuff.
-nick- reply :
This thread is really making me want to change my christmas list from a bunch of new tackle, to a nice rod. ;D
SWMIBASSER reply :
QuoteThis thread is really making me want to change my christmas list from a bunch of new tackle, to a nice rod. ;D
I know where you can get one. WAY under cost of new...
hammer84 reply :
QuoteQuoteI don't guess it's even worth asking if you have ever considered a Steez rod.I am a big fan of full grip rods (as well as rod brand continuity) and after going through many brands of rods, G Loomis & the Cabelas XML's have really suited me well. I am sure the Steez is a great rod, but until that sucker comes with a full rear grip, I don't see one in my future.
Great collection !! I'm a big fan of the XML rods also !
NewAngler reply :
Amazing thread...
Almost embarrassed to post mine, I know I shouldn't be though... I'll get it together tomorrow.
-HAWK- reply :
QuoteBlack and White 8-)
That is one sick set up. Reminds me of a Storm Trooper from Star Wars..
donbeatya reply :
Eventually want to upgrade to all Cumaras but here's my collection right now and it does me just fine:
uicdent11 reply :
Love those rod holders. I picked one up earlier in the fall and I couldn't be happier. Very well built and keeps the rods in place.
tnbassfisher reply :
2Many, love that Citica/Mojo combo. I've been looking for one myself. What at the specs on the rod?
The Rooster reply :
QuoteEventually want to upgrade to all Cumaras but here's my collection right now and it does me just fine:
This guy has got 8 Curados!!
Bassn Blvd reply :
Well, I'm not going to show you my "STUFF" like the title suggests but I will show you my fishing rods.
From bottom up.
I got this in yesterday and can't wait to use it. I just can't decide to put a Core or Calcutta on her.
Loomis GLX BCR893 7'5" Senko rod
Loomis Mossyback BCR893 7'5" Flippin' stick with Revo Premier.
Loomis IMX MBR 843C 7' with Core 50Mg7
Loomis GLX MBR 842C 7' with Calcutta TE 50GT
Loomis GLX BCR 853 7'1" with Calcutta TE 100DC
Loomis GLX BCR 853 7'1" with Chronarch 50Mg
Loomis IMX MBR 843C 7' with Chronarch 100BSV
Loomis CBR 843 7' Crank Bait rod with Daiwa Sol
Loomis IMX SJR 902 7'6" with Stradic 2500
Loomis IMX SR 782 6'6" with Sahara 750FB
My saltwater (Snook) rods
Crowder E Series ECS 815 8' with Calcutta TE 300
Custom made 8' 50 pound class with Calcutta 700
NIB Chronarch 50Mg that I'm saving for, um... "who knows why."
My two favorites are the
Loomis GLX BCR 853 7'1" with Calcutta TE 100DC
Loomis GLX MBR 842C 7' with Calcutta TE 50GT
I'm pretty much done with my Loomis collection (maybe) and plan on starting with Megabass in 2010.
My boat. Tracker Pro 190TX
Redlinerobert reply :
Very nice Bassn Blvd.
steezy reply :
Looks like Bassn Blvd is another one of those die hard Loomis fans :
Nice inventory and nice tracker boat. Looks like you take really good care of your gear.
The GLX MBR842 could make anyone a loomis fan, I got one and it constantly pulls me away from my steez's.
-HAWK- reply :
QuoteWell, I'm not going to show you my "STUFF" like the title suggests but I will show you my fishing rods.From bottom up.
I got this in yesterday and can't wait to use it. I just can't decide to put a Core or Calcutta on her.
Loomis GLX BCR893 7'5" Senko rod
Loomis Mossyback BCR893 7'5" Flippin' stick with Revo Premier.
Loomis IMX MBR 843C 7' with Core 50Mg7
Loomis GLX MBR 842C 7' with Calcutta TE 50GT
Loomis GLX BCR 853 7'1" with Calcutta TE 100DC
Loomis GLX BCR 853 7'1" with Chronarch 50Mg
Loomis IMX MBR 843C 7' with Chronarch 100BSV
Loomis CBR 843 7' Crank Bait rod with Daiwa Sol
Loomis IMX SJR 902 7'6" with Stradic 2500
Loomis IMX SR 782 6'6" with Sahara 750FB
My saltwater (Snook) rods
Crowder E Series ECS 815 8' with Calcutta TE 300
Custom made 8' 50 pound class with Calcutta 700
NIB Chronarch 50Mg that I'm saving for, um... "who knows why."
My two favorites are the
Loomis GLX BCR 853 7'1" with Calcutta TE 100DC
Loomis GLX MBR 842C 7' with Calcutta TE 50GT
I'm pretty much done with my Loomis collection (maybe) and plan on starting with Megabass in 2010.
My boat. Tracker Pro 190TX
Sweet setup Doug. The Boats looking good too.
2ManyCrankb8s reply :
Quote2Many, love that Citica/Mojo combo. I've been looking for one myself. What at the specs on the rod?
It's a 6'6" MH Jig and Worm rod
brushhoggin reply :
some of yalls photos look like you just walked into a store and just started takin pics!
brushhoggin reply :
QuoteThe title of this thread Is "Show off your stuff".Show your stuff, take a peek, compliment others,
or move on to another thread. We aren't going
to have personal attacks and don't need critical
comments. It's just for FUN.
-Kent a.k.a. roadwarrior
Global Moderator
who said what? :-/
Micro reply :
Here's some of my baitcasters. I've added some more. One day, I'll lay my spinning rigs out for photos.
fish-fighting-illini reply :
Thanks I felt bad about having 8 or 9 rigs and had been sitting tight. Now the temptation is back plus I just got a pretty nice bonus.
nah I'm going to stay put
Hey Hawk I think a lure thread would be good. If you don't maybe I will one of these days. I'd like to see what other people fish with.
roadwarrior reply :
Micro,
AWESOME!!
steezy reply :
Now thats a pack of gear you have there Micro !
central.PA.bass reply :
Micro,
Those rods look brand new!! awesome!
Micro reply :
Back then they were pretty new. I collected all those Daiwas in just a few months. They replaced a bevy of Revos, EXTs, and other Abus I sold here on this site. I got rid of some All Star rods and replaced them with Fenwicks.
-HAWK- reply :
Micro,
Very NICE!
tnbassfisher reply :
QuoteBack then they were pretty new. I collected all those Daiwas in just a few months. They replaced a bevy of Revos, EXTs, and other Abus I sold here on this site. I got rid of some All Star rods and replaced them with Fenwicks.
Looks like a man who truly takes care of his gear! Great collection.
Dan: reply :
Rowland, what is with the HMG handles? They look weird for some reason. Do they all look like that or did you do something to them?
Micro reply :
QuoteLooks like a man who truly takes care of his gear! Great collection.
They don't look that new anymore. But cleaning them after fishing, and some lemon Pledge on the rod and handles does keep them nice looking and makes the handles easy to get clean.
QuoteRowland, what is with the HMG handles? They look weird for some reason. Do they all look like that or did you do something to them?
Are you talking about the three in the seperate picture? If so, those are the new HMGs that came out this year. They are a matrix mix of rubber and cork. I like those handles very much. They have the soft feeling of cork but are a bit grippier. I think they do add a bit of weight, though.
Fat-G reply :
QuoteHere's some of my baitcasters. I've added some more. One day, I'll lay my spinning rigs out for photos.
Oh. My. God.
2ManyCrankb8s reply :
My new Core 50Mg7 with a Bassart handle and TD Type-R cork knobs!!!
SWMIBASSER reply :
QuoteMy new Core 50Mg7 with a Bassart handle and TD Type-R cork kno
Now THAT is a nice Shimano
-HAWK- reply :
QuoteMy new Core 50Mg7 with a Bassart handle and TD Type-R cork knobs!!!
That is Sick!
Fat-G reply :
QuoteMy new Core 50Mg7 with a Bassart handle and TD Type-R cork knobs!!!
Sweet Reel!
-nick- reply :
QuoteMy new Core 50Mg7 with a Bassart handle and TD Type-R cork knobs!!!
Man that's gorgeous.
Team9nine reply :
Not normally one to show off and such, but my outfits do look impressive when all laid out together on the deck of my jon boat, even more so when they're all spooled up with the flame green Fireline. ;D
-HAWK- reply :
QuoteNot normally one to show off and such, but my outfits do look impressive when all laid out together on the deck of my jon boat, even more so when they're all spooled up with the flame green Fireline.
What an awesome setup you got there. Did you have Office ZPI do the paint on those bad mamas? ;D ;D ;D
Grey Wolf reply :
QuoteNot normally one to show off and such, but my outfits do look impressive when all laid out together on the deck of my jon boat, even more so when they're all spooled up with the flame green Fireline.
That's great !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
midnighthrasher reply :
QuoteNot normally one to show off and such, but my outfits do look impressive when all laid out together on the deck of my jon boat, even more so when they're all spooled up with the flame green Fireline.
My nephew caught a 4lb largemouth on a shakespeare kids rod like that.... we coulddnt believe that he boated it!!!
Hooked_On_Bass reply :
QuoteNot normally one to show off and such, but my outfits do look impressive when all laid out together on the deck of my jon boat, even more so when they're all spooled up with the flame green Fireline.
Now, those are sweet!
central.PA.bass reply :
QuoteNot normally one to show off and such, but my outfits do look impressive when all laid out together on the deck of my jon boat, even more so when they're all spooled up with the flame green Fireline.
Showoff!!
Redlinerobert reply :
QuoteMy new Core 50Mg7 with a Bassart handle and TD Type-R cork knobs!!!
Gone_Phishin reply :
QuoteQuoteMy new Core 50Mg7 with a Bassart handle and TD Type-R cork knobs!!!
No doubt! Beautiful reel. I love the crossbreeding.
2ManyCrankb8s reply :
QuoteQuoteMy new Core 50Mg7 with a Bassart handle and TD Type-R cork knobs!!!
Haha, lol. That's awesome! Thanks RR ;D
Fat-G reply :
We need to bring back this thread!
I still have some things to add, but at the moment, I have these items. I need a Fuego to put on the Vendetta, and a Clarus to mount the Sahara on.
All of it
Reels
Vendetta 7'3 HXF, Citica
Lowrider 7' HF, same Citica (this combo balances perfectly)
Like I said this is still a raw arsenal, but in a couple of months it will be where I want it to be.
Keep posting pics guys!
koulaid reply :
flippin and pitchin reply :
I CAN'T BELEIVE I TOOK THE TIME TO SCROLL THROUGH THIS THREAD ! They make a new patch for this addiction guys. Gum is on the way. I hope you all have read your home owner's insurance policies. Many policies only cover sporting goods equipment up to $500.00 0r $1000.00 and require a binder for property beyond that. At least if you have a fire you can show the adjuster this thread to prove you had it. Hey Road Warrior, I still have my two 5'6" glass pistol grip Lews Speed sticks. My fishing partner of 32 years and I have a nostalgia day once a year. We use an original Big O, an Okie Bug spinnerbait and Mann's jelly worms. If I only had my 1972 Terry Basser boat back. No I never did own a baby blue short sleeve jumpsuit, just the hover hat. ;D ;D ;D
Ineedanewscreenname20170204 reply :
Nice pics guys! My collection is meager by comparison but it work fine for me - can't fit more on my 16' bass boat's deck anyway...
Am in the market for another citica 200 E5...
BigFish2009 reply :
Ineedanewscreenname20170204 reply :
Some tackle... RW might recognize a bait or two up in here...
The Rooster reply :
Fat-G, what happened to the handle on that Citica reel?? Looks slightly bent on one end.
Fat-G reply :
QuoteFat-G, what happened to the handle on that Citica reel?? Looks slightly bent on one end.
I fell on it ;D ;D ;D
A-Jay reply :
A-Jay
brushhoggin reply :
you guys make me feel better about constantly succombing to the bait monkey
KYntucky Warmouth reply :
Quote
A-Jay
ever fish with a ?
A-Jay reply :
QuoteQuote
A-Jay
ever fish with a
I am seriously considering it . . in about 2 1/2 months :'(
A-Jay
Red reply :
First off please excuse the terrible pics, my camera is broke so I had to use my phone. Nothing too fancy here. All casting rods are custom built by me. the spinning rod is an american rodsmiths. The reels are two revo S-L, one Abu Black max, one daiwa excelor, and the spinning reel is an abu cardinal 801. all ugly but all perfect at the same time.
some really nice stuff one here for sure! thanks
Cliff
Fat-G reply :
Time to bring this back! I'm sure a lot of you have added stuff, sold stuff, or just completely given your arsenal a makeover.
When my Citica gets back from supertuning I'll post a pic.
KYntucky Warmouth reply :
you should have waited 2 days, it would have been a year on the dot.
WanderLust reply :
This thread will make you go broke.
Jimzee reply :
Quoteyou should have waited 2 days, it would have been a year on the dot.
I was thinking the same thing. Always nice to look at tackle porn.
Fat-G reply :
QuoteQuoteyou should have waited 2 days, it would have been a year on the dot.I was thinking the same thing. Always nice to look at tackle porn.
Especially your stuff!
philsoreel reply :
A few of my favorites....canned the reel grips though. Not as sensitive.
Fat-G reply :
QuoteA few of my favorites....canned the reel grips though. Not as sensitive.
Ohhhhhhh yessir. Those are beautiful. What model Cumaras are they?
Jimzee reply :
Pretty hard to beat the looks of the Core/Cumara combo. That CI4 is probably the best looking spinning reel on the market. Nice!
Fat-G reply :
Agreed, the Cumara looks good with a Curado too.
The Rooster reply :
WOW, those Core/Cumara pics are SHARP!!!
I'm definitely gonna post some new pics. Like Fat-G said, I've gotten new gear since then. My stuff was posted at the bottom of page 1 when this thread was new. Since then I've gotten a Citica E, a Curado E7, and a Symetre, so I'm gonna do some more pics. ;D
Man, that Curado just above me is really LOADED with line!! ;D
BASSclary reply :
Crucial 7' M/XF
BPS Carbonlite
50# Power Pro.
Fuji E-Z Keeper II
Strike King Bitsy Flip.
BASSclary reply :
QuoteWOW, those Core/Cumara pics are SHARP!!!I'm definitely gonna post some new pics. Like Fat-G said, I've gotten new gear since then. My stuff was posted at the bottom of page 1 when this thread was new. Since then I've gotten a Citica E, a Curado E7, and a Symetre, so I'm gonna do some more pics.
Man, that Curado just above me is really LOADED with line!!
That's regular spool level to me.
Fat-G reply :
I want a couple of those Carbonlite handles.
BASSclary reply :
QuoteI want a couple of those Carbonlite handles.
Have you called BPS or visited their parts center? I believe they're relatively cheap iirc.
Goose52 reply :
QuoteQuoteI want a couple of those Carbonlite handles.Have you called BPS or visited their parts center? I believe they're relatively cheap iirc.
As of yesterday, Outdoor World Rod & Reel Repair had NO Carbonlite handles in stock.
EDIT - OWR&RR is the BPS parts center...
Fat-G reply :
QuoteQuoteI want a couple of those Carbonlite handles.Have you called BPS or visited their parts center? I believe they're relatively cheap iirc.
I'll probably have to go to the Richmond BPS. I just want one for my Citica, since I fell and bent the stock handle. Plus it would look cool.
SoFlaBassAddict reply :
I'd be very surprised if that handle from a Carbonlite fit the Citica. I can all but guarantee that it wont.
philsoreel reply :
QuoteQuoteA few of my favorites....canned the reel grips though. Not as sensitive.
Ohhhhhhh yessir. Those are beautiful. What model Cumaras are they?
Thank you. Sometimes, I still drool when I look at them. lol
CUC-X68MH 6'8" Medium Heavy Extra Fast
CUC70MH Reaction Series 7' Medium Heavy Medium Fast
CUS-DX72M Medium Extra Fast (spinning)
Fat-G reply :
Here's my little collection. Next I want to add a Dobyns flippin' stick, reel is still TBD.
David P reply :
B-Dozer reply :
Quote
Show off
Fat-G reply :
Sweet Jesus David. Hahaha nice man. I really want a Champion!
Shane J reply :
I bet those Dobyns/Revo combos fish like a dream, too! Impressive arsenal, David.
Goose52 reply :
A squadron of Revos! I guess David wasn't kidding when he said he was clearing out all his Curados and converting to Revos!
The Rooster reply :
Since this it tackle porn I kept with the theme of things and laid them all out on a bed. ;D
Here is my current lineup. I'll be fishing with all of these this year unless I get anything else new, which I probably will. ;D
Here's the Shimano baitcast set ups I have. The Curado E7 is on a 6'6" MH/F Compre rod, and the Citica is on a 6'6" M/F Compre rod. The Curado combo will handle spinnerbaits, buzzbaits, chatterbaits, jigs, and C-rigs primarily. The Citica combo covers jerkbaits, t-rigs, and some topwaters.
Here are my "it'll do" crankbait setups. I shouldn't be so hard on them actually, I really like the Ugly Stik Lite Pro rods and the BPS Extremes aren't bad either. But someday I'll upgrade to Curado E5's on Compre cranking rods. Until then I have these. There's a 5.4:1 ratio reel on a 7' medium for deep cranks. This rod has a fairly long handle compared to the other one (it's the one with the green crankbait on it). Then there's a 6.4:1 ratio reel on a 6'6" medium for shallow and mid depth cranks (the one with the red crankbait on it). The reels have been modified to be 9 bearing versions. I added an extra bearing to each crank paddle to make them that much slicker feeling while cranking.
The spinning rods are a Shimano Symetre 2500FJ on a 6'6" M/F Quantum Dance Class IM-6 rod for topwaters and jerkbaits, a Pflueger President 6735 on a 6' medium Shakespeare Ugly Stik Lite Pro that I use for throwing weightless plastics (I have it, may as well use it), and a Pflueger Trion 4730GX on a 6' M/F Quest LS-7 (IM-7 graphite) rod from Dick's that I use for shakyheads and other lightweight lures.
So far, these are all the Shimano reels I've managed to get. I'll eventually have ALL Shimano reels, and quite likely rods as well, though there are a few non-Shimano rods that I do like. Oh, and I'll never get rid of my Ugly Stiks!!! They'll get a couple of Shimano Cardiffs and go catfishing if nothing else.
Goose52 reply :
Well, this was a fun thread last year so I guess I'll play. I posted a photo of my meager collection last year back in post #119. Since then, I've got some rods down from the attic, bought some new rods, got some new reels, and ended up with a few more combos than I thought I'd have...the bait monkey has been a bit busy. In addition to what's in the photos, I have a fly rod and some spin-cast stuff.
No need for close-ups, there's nothing fancy - just tools... :
Fat-G reply :
QuoteWell, this was a fun thread last year so I guess I'll play. I posted a photo of my meager collection last year back in post #119. Since then, I've got some rods down from the attic, bought some new rods, got some new reels, and ended up with a few more combos than I thought I'd have...the bait monkey has been a bit busy. In addition to what's in the photos, I have a fly rod and some spin-cast stuff.No need for close-ups, there's nothing fancy - just tools... :
Those are really cool spinning reels!
How do you like the 50e?
Goose52 reply :
QuoteHow do you like the 50e?
It's a nice reel, good quality, casts well. It's just a tiny bit smaller in height than my BPS reels (1/8") so it palms well. However, there are a number of features on the BPS Carbonlite (next to the 50E in the photo) that I prefer over the Shimano... :
central.PA.bass reply :
sweet stuff guys! wow!
OHIO reply :
Man Goose, you've got quite the collection. I'm likin all the BPS reels.
BASSclary reply :
Hey Goose, are those gold reels to the right older generation CL's?
Goose52 reply :
QuoteMan Goose, you've got quite the collection. I'm likin all the BPS reels.
They work - catch fish. There are 3 Shimanos and a Revo there too... :
QuoteHey Goose, are those gold reels to the right older generation CL's?
Man - you young guys with good eyes. My photos are really fuzzy since I had to reduce the res so much to get under 150K and you're still picking out the reels!
Yep - those are the "last generation" ProLites (2009 models). I got one new for $80 when they were discontinued; I got the other used on eBay for $50. Fine little reels - 6.7oz - smaller/lighter spools than the Carbonlite and a bit better for lighter baits.
SoFlaBassAddict reply :
Quote
I hate you, David.
Send me them Dobyns. I'll give em a good home.
lynyrdsky1 reply :
Here's my list, Trying to get photos up but all I have is a horrible camera phone:
6:3:1 201e Citica and 6'6 M Pro Angler
5:3:1 Extreme and 6'6 MH Pro Qualifier
6:3:1 Extreme and 7" MH Carbonlite
6:3:1 Pro Qualifier and 7'6 MH Nitro
Cardinal Spinning Reel and 7' Microlite
KVD Spinning and 6'7 American Rodsmith Spinning
David P reply :
QuoteQuote
I hate you, David.
Send me them Dobyns. I'll give em a good home.
Haha, I can't fish for another 5 weeks with this broken hand. Only got a few trips with my new reels before I broke it too. Now I know how all the guys stuck inside cause of the snow feel!
SoFlaBassAddict reply :
Oh wow, that sucks a big one. Sorry to hear it man. Hope it heals up quickly for you.
Locked reply :
QuoteQuoteQuote
I hate you, David.
Send me them Dobyns. I'll give em a good home.
Haha, I can't fish for another 5 weeks with this broken hand. Only got a few trips with my new reels before I broke it too. Now I know how all the guys stuck inside cause of the snow feel!
The only difference is... we have two hands to pull our hair out with.
central.PA.bass reply :
Alright.. here are my baitcasters... Don't mind the pink one.. that is my fiancee's haha
3 Revo STX, Revo Premier, Revo S RH and LH, BPS Extreme, Pfluegar Lady Endevour (Mary Beth's)
2 Abu Garcia SilverMax, Black Max, 2 Daiwa Capricorns, Daiwa Procaster
The Rooster reply :
Nice reels. Where are the rods??
central.PA.bass reply :
QuoteNice reels. Where are the rods??
They are at home.. haha.. I'm stuck at school til friday!
Goose52 reply :
QuoteQuoteNice reels. Where are the rods??They are at home.. haha.. I'm stuck at school til friday!
In addition to rods...you probably need some soft water too - huh? ;D
KYntucky Warmouth reply :
my reels before they went into the boxes
Goose52 reply :
Quotemy reels before they went into the boxes
Very cool!
I hope you buy line in bulk.... ;D
qyjmh reply :
havent had the steez combo out yet, cant wait! had the other zillion on another 7'3 carrot but i broke it late last year. now what do i do with my last 4.9.1 zillion??? i have an extra 6'6 LT daiwa but havent convinced myself to use it again...hmm decisons
The Rooster reply :
Quotemy reels before they went into the boxes
Wow, little bit of everything there. Quantum, Abu Garcia, Shimano, Pflueger, Daiwa. Did I miss any??
KYntucky Warmouth reply :
QuoteQuotemy reels before they went into the boxes
Wow, little bit of everything there. Quantum, Abu Garcia, Shimano, Pflueger, Daiwa. Did I miss any??
And they all play together nicely...haven't caught the Shimanos or Daiwas picking on the Pfluegers or Quantums once ;D ;D
The top spinning reel is an Okuma and the round reel on top is a BPS Pro Qualifier
QuoteI hope you buy line in bulk....
I need to....still chipping away at the 20 or so spools of CXX I bought from walmart a few years back when they clearanced it for $2-3 a piece. I also have a tendency to try different lines that I find onsale, I'd say the there are probably 6-7 different lines in that picture....CXX, CX, Floroclear, McCoy FC, Yo-Zuri Hybrid, Suffix Seige, Elite, Berkley Fireline Braid, BPS Excel, XPS FC, Seaguar Red Label, Stren Super Braid....OK...I was off by a few
central.PA.bass reply :
QuoteQuoteQuoteNice reels. Where are the rods??They are at home.. haha.. I'm stuck at school til friday!
In addition to rods...you probably need some soft water too - huh? ;D
haha that would be nice also!!
Fat-G reply :
QuoteQuoteQuotemy reels before they went into the boxes
Wow, little bit of everything there. Quantum, Abu Garcia, Shimano, Pflueger, Daiwa. Did I miss any??
And they all play together nicely...haven't caught the Shimanos or Daiwas picking on the Pfluegers or Quantums once
The top spinning reel is an Okuma and the round reel on top is a BPS Pro Qualifier
QuoteI hope you buy line in bulk....I need to....still chipping away at the 20 or so spools of CXX I bought from walmart a few years back when they clearanced it for $2-3 a piece. I also have a tendency to try different lines that I find onsale, I'd say the there are probably 6-7 different lines in that picture....CXX, CX, Floroclear, McCoy FC, Yo-Zuri Hybrid, Suffix Seige, Elite, Berkley Fireline Braid, BPS Excel, XPS FC, Seaguar Red Label, Stren Super Braid....OK...I was off by a few
WOW I like that collection alot! How do the Sol's compare to a Curado?
KYntucky Warmouth reply :
QuoteQuoteQuoteQuotemy reels before they went into the boxes
Wow, little bit of everything there. Quantum, Abu Garcia, Shimano, Pflueger, Daiwa. Did I miss any??
And they all play together nicely...haven't caught the Shimanos or Daiwas picking on the Pfluegers or Quantums once
The top spinning reel is an Okuma and the round reel on top is a BPS Pro Qualifier
QuoteI hope you buy line in bulk....I need to....still chipping away at the 20 or so spools of CXX I bought from walmart a few years back when they clearanced it for $2-3 a piece. I also have a tendency to try different lines that I find onsale, I'd say the there are probably 6-7 different lines in that picture....CXX, CX, Floroclear, McCoy FC, Yo-Zuri Hybrid, Suffix Seige, Elite, Berkley Fireline Braid, BPS Excel, XPS FC, Seaguar Red Label, Stren Super Braid....OK...I was off by a few
WOW I like that collection alot! How do the Sol's compare to a Curado?
I could really do all my fishing with those two reels. I like to compare the 50 and the sol as similar reels with different braking systems. You can snap cast the Curados easily with little worry about an overrun. I tend to keep my mags higher, around 8, and my cent brakes low with one pair. I seem to get further on a cast from the Sol, even with higher braking. the drag is a bit better on the Curado but I've upgraded to carbontex on all my daiwas making them smoother and more consistent. It's really hard to compare straight up because I use them so differently, plus I've payed less for my Sols than my Curados. In all, I could replace my Sols with 50es, COULD, but won't. Both ate great reels though.
Fat-G reply :
QuoteQuoteQuoteQuoteQuotemy reels before they went into the boxes
Wow, little bit of everything there. Quantum, Abu Garcia, Shimano, Pflueger, Daiwa. Did I miss any??
And they all play together nicely...haven't caught the Shimanos or Daiwas picking on the Pfluegers or Quantums once
The top spinning reel is an Okuma and the round reel on top is a BPS Pro Qualifier
QuoteI hope you buy line in bulk....I need to....still chipping away at the 20 or so spools of CXX I bought from walmart a few years back when they clearanced it for $2-3 a piece. I also have a tendency to try different lines that I find onsale, I'd say the there are probably 6-7 different lines in that picture....CXX, CX, Floroclear, McCoy FC, Yo-Zuri Hybrid, Suffix Seige, Elite, Berkley Fireline Braid, BPS Excel, XPS FC, Seaguar Red Label, Stren Super Braid....OK...I was off by a few
WOW I like that collection alot! How do the Sol's compare to a Curado?
I could really do all my fishing with those two reels. I like to compare the 50 and the sol as similar reels with different braking systems. You can snap cast the Curados easily with little worry about an overrun. I tend to keep my mags higher, around 8, and my cent brakes low with one pair. I seem to get further on a cast from the Sol, even with higher braking. the drag is a bit better on the Curado but I've upgraded to carbontex on all my daiwas making them smoother and more consistent. It's really hard to compare straight up because I use them so differently, plus I've payed less for my Sols than my Curados. In all, I could replace my Sols with 50es, COULD, but won't. Both ate great reels though.
The Sol is my sleeper reel, one that I really wanna try but is on the back burner because other stuff is more important right now.
Glad to hear you like it, I'll probably get one eventually. 8-)
shimanogloomis man reply :
well here you guys go!! i took a few shots of my mattman ''otterods'' custom imx mb844 which is probably one of my favorites and my g-blank rx8 from larry at gblankrods i want a close match to the curado he did a darn nice job! i didnt take close ups of the of the others cause you all kno they look like..
heres what they are
curado 50e g-blank rx8 xmb 843 with baston micros
curado 200e7 loomis glx bcr854
core 50 mg7 mattman otterods custom mb844 spiral wrapped with fuji sic guides
scorpion 1000xt dobyns extreme 704c
scorpion 1000 loomis cbr 845
chronarch 100b loomis imx 843c
chronarch 100d7 cumara cucx72mh
sahara 2500fd dobyns savvy ss 703sf
sustain 2500fe loomis glx bsr852
hope you enjoy
shimanogloomis man reply :
and some more
steezy reply :
That last rod pictured is a Matt Davis Otterod. I would recognize that handwritten script on the blank anywhere.
Looks just like my NFC custom that Matt built.
shimanogloomis man reply :
QuoteThat last rod pictured is a Matt Davis Otterod. I would recognize that handwritten script on the blank anywhere.Looks just like my NFC custom that Matt built.
yes matt made this rod back in feb of 09 for me ..its bad@ss
CWilliams reply :
This will have to do until I get pictures of all my stuff. Its packed away for the winter.
Incheon Basser reply :
The Reel Collection ( I know pretty weak nothing exciting)
Ima Bass Ninja reply :
QuoteThe Reel Collection ( I know pretty weak nothing exciting)
HAHA yea that's weak alright..........NOT!!!!.. Nice stuff ya got there but i gotta ask ..WHAT IS UP with that handle on the reel 2nd row from right 2nd from bottom????? That thing looks freaky ;D
Diablos reply :
I work in a tackle shop and you guys have better stuff than i do.
steezy reply :
QuoteI work in a tackle shop and you guys have better stuff than i do.
Thats the problem, you're working and we're fishing.
Fat-G reply :
QuoteQuoteI work in a tackle shop and you guys have better stuff than i do.Thats the problem, you're working and we're fishing.
Steezy, post up a pic with your updates if you have any!
steezy reply :
QuoteQuoteQuoteI work in a tackle shop and you guys have better stuff than i do.Thats the problem, you're working and we're fishing.
Steezy, post up a pic with your updates if you have any!
No way, the flames are still burning from the last gear post. :-X
The current count after the latest purchase/sell/trade is:
8 Daiwa Steez casting rods
1 Daiwa Steez spinning rod
1 Loomis GLX rod
1 Otterods/NFC custom rod
10 Daiwa Steez Baitcaster reels
1 Daiwa Steez Spinning reel
1 Daiwa Pluton casting reel
Next purchase will be a Loomis NRX casting rod and a Daiwa Steez megatop spinning rod and another Daiwa Steez spinning reel.
Somebody please help me convince my wife I need a boat.
Incheon Basser reply :
QuoteQuoteThe Reel Collection ( I know pretty weak nothing exciting)
HAHA yea that's weak alright..........NOT!!!!.. Nice stuff ya got there but i gotta ask ..WHAT IS UP with that handle on the reel 2nd row from right 2nd from bottom????? That thing looks freaky ;D
it's a power handle. most all SW reels have those here it's really a cheap reel ($85) I have never used it ;D
The Rooster reply :
QuoteQuoteQuoteQuoteI work in a tackle shop and you guys have better stuff than i do.Thats the problem, you're working and we're fishing.
Steezy, post up a pic with your updates if you have any!
No way, the flames are still burning from the last gear post. :-X
The current count after the latest purchase/sell/trade is:
8 Daiwa Steez casting rods
1 Daiwa Steez spinning rod
1 Loomis GLX rod
1 Otterods/NFC custom rod
10 Daiwa Steez Baitcaster reels
1 Daiwa Steez Spinning reel
1 Daiwa Pluton casting reel
Next purchase will be a Loomis NRX casting rod and a Daiwa Steez megatop spinning rod and another Daiwa Steez spinning reel.
Somebody please help me convince my wife I need a boat.
10 Steez reels and no boat?? Hmm......
steezy reply :
QuoteQuoteQuoteQuoteQuoteI work in a tackle shop and you guys have better stuff than i do.Thats the problem, you're working and we're fishing.
Steezy, post up a pic with your updates if you have any!
No way, the flames are still burning from the last gear post. :-X
The current count after the latest purchase/sell/trade is:
8 Daiwa Steez casting rods
1 Daiwa Steez spinning rod
1 Loomis GLX rod
1 Otterods/NFC custom rod
10 Daiwa Steez Baitcaster reels
1 Daiwa Steez Spinning reel
1 Daiwa Pluton casting reel
Next purchase will be a Loomis NRX casting rod and a Daiwa Steez megatop spinning rod and another Daiwa Steez spinning reel.
Somebody please help me convince my wife I need a boat.
10 Steez reels and no boat?? Hmm......
I have friends with boats. 8-)
burleytog reply :
QuoteQuoteQuoteQuoteI work in a tackle shop and you guys have better stuff than i do.Thats the problem, you're working and we're fishing.
Steezy, post up a pic with your updates if you have any!
No way, the flames are still burning from the last gear post. :-X
The current count after the latest purchase/sell/trade is:
8 Daiwa Steez casting rods
1 Daiwa Steez spinning rod
1 Loomis GLX rod
1 Otterods/NFC custom rod
10 Daiwa Steez Baitcaster reels
1 Daiwa Steez Spinning reel
1 Daiwa Pluton casting reel
Next purchase will be a Loomis NRX casting rod and a Daiwa Steez megatop spinning rod and another Daiwa Steez spinning reel.
Somebody please help me convince my wife I need a boat.
Sell all that junk and buy a d**n boat.
Iowa Matt reply :
Some nicer weather this week has me really hoping that open water is only a month away........so I took a couple pics last night while I was playing around with my tackle in the basement.
Casting reels
PX68R
Core 50Mg7
Calcutta TE 200DC
Citica E
Curado 200 E7
Zillion 6.3
Pluton 200SH
Black Max (always thought they looked sweet!)
2 x Revo SX
Calcutta 50B
Spinning Reels
Stradic CI4 1000
Stella FD 1000
Stradic MgFB 1000
Stradic FI 1000
Stradic FG 1000
Sustain 2500 FE
Sustain 2500 FD
Rods
Some St Croix, couple Loomis, couple Shimano, couple I made, and a Carrot for flavor.......
Matt
Fat-G reply :
Wow, great collection man. Love my Cumara.
Scorcher214 reply :
This is the sexiest thread I have ever seen.
-nick- reply :
Fat-G reply :
Quote
Sell all that junk and buy a d**n boat.
Jimzee reply :
Nice gear Iowa Matt! Particularly fond of that casting reel in the lower left hand corner.
bassinbrian reply :
Here's a current picture of my rods, I have a Steez Mega top and a Steez SVF on its way. Long Minnesota winters get very expensive!
From Left to Right
St. Croix Legend Xtreme
St. Croix Legend Xtreme
Daiwa Zillion
Daiwa Steez Compile-X
Daiwa Steez XBD
Daiwa Steez Flexlite
Daiwa Steez Flexlite
Daiwa Steez SVF
G. Loomis NRX
Daiwa Fuego
Iowa Matt reply :
QuoteHere's a current picture of my rods, I have a Steez Mega top and a Steez SVF on its way. Long Minnesota winters get very expensive!From Left to Right
St. Croix Legend .
St. Croix Legend .
Daiwa Zillion
Daiwa Steez Compile-X
Daiwa Steez XBD
Daiwa Steez Flexlite
Daiwa Steez Flexlite
Daiwa Steez SVF
G. Loomis NRX
Daiwa Fuego
Man don't I know about how expensive the winters get! Thanks for the pic of all the Steez rods! I have really really been thinking hard about a Steez Megatop for the PX68R.........I think that rod would really be awesome with that reel on top.
Matt
Milton Waddams reply :
Sorry but I will not be showing off my stuff, this is a family forum.
steezy reply :
QuoteHere's a current picture of my rods, I have a Steez Mega top and a Steez SVF on its way. Long Minnesota winters get very expensive!From Left to Right
St. Croix Legend .
St. Croix Legend .
Daiwa Zillion
Daiwa Steez Compile-X
Daiwa Steez XBD
Daiwa Steez Flexlite
Daiwa Steez Flexlite
Daiwa Steez SVF
G. Loomis NRX
Daiwa Fuego
I wanna fish with this guy !
bassinbrian reply :
QuoteQuoteHere's a current picture of my rods, I have a Steez Mega top and a Steez SVF on its way. Long Minnesota winters get very expensive!From Left to Right
St. Croix Legend .
St. Croix Legend .
Daiwa Zillion
Daiwa Steez Compile-X
Daiwa Steez XBD
Daiwa Steez Flexlite
Daiwa Steez Flexlite
Daiwa Steez SVF
G. Loomis NRX
Daiwa Fuego
Man don't I know about how expensive the winters get! Thanks for the pic of all the Steez rods! I have really really been thinking hard about a Steez Megatop for the PX68R.........I think that rod would really be awesome with that reel on top.
Matt
That does seem like a sweet reel for it!
bassinbrian reply :
QuoteI wanna fish with this guy !
lol steezy ;D
Fat-G reply :
Anybody know what happened to -HAWK-? Haven't seen him in a while, figured since he was the OP I would bring it up.
lsufan334 reply :
These are my usual rods. I also have a 7ft Falcon Carolina Lizard Dragger with Pro Q for C-Rigs and a 7ft 6in Veritas with STX for heavy cover that stay in the boat. They are not pictured (too lazy to get them out). Also have another 6'9" Veritas that broke and had to be sent back to Abu I throw swim and finesse jigs with it. But here's the goods:
Maxximus Redneckus reply :
i have so much it would take a new thread
Maxximus Redneckus reply :
Quote
i still love using the made in usa spincasting stufff BTW is that the original johnson????
Bassn Blvd reply :
QuoteAnybody know what happened to -HAWK-? Haven't seen him in a while, figured since he was the OP I would bring it up.
He'sbeen busy at work but still around. We our tournament season starts next month so I suspect you'll hear from him them. He'll be posting all the fish I catch.
MediumHeavy reply :
My modest setups:
Shimano Citica 200e - 6'8" St. Croix Mojo Bass M-XF
Shimano Citica 200e - 6'9" Abu Garcia Veritas MH-XF
Shimano Citica 200e - 7'3" Abu Garcia Veritas MH-F
rumbal reply :
Here is my collection:
Nibbles reply :
Here's a fraction of my stuff that I brought with me to campus. I have a bunch more at home that I will be taking pictures of later in the week.
Excuse the poor quality - I only have my cell phone at the moment.
Alphas Ito, Alphas R-Edition, and a Curado 100D
Pair of Citica D's and a Fuego
Pair of Zillion 7.1, Conquest 50S, Ryobi Varius F200 Spectra
Fat-G reply :
Nice man, what are the rods?
Nibbles reply :
QuoteNice man, what are the rods?
Dobyns Champion 705CB, Kistler Magnesium TS Small Swimbait Special, Loomis BCR802 Mossyback
Senkoman12 reply :
BPS Rick Clunn sig series (blue one) on a Lamiglas 704C
BPS PQ on a 7'H Cabelas Prodigy
Quantum Iron on a 7'MH Gander Mountian Advantage
Gander Mountian Pro Select spinning reel on a Quantum Tournament series rod(I got it from walmart 3 years ago for $10 on sale and i love it would get another in a heartbeat. very dependable and durible set up)
Gander Mountian Classic on a cheap shakespeare rod i got for free. makes a good cranking rod. the reeal is about ready to fall apart and im gonna replace it this year.
i will post pics probably tomorrow
Fat-G reply :
QuoteQuoteNice man, what are the rods?Dobyns Champion 705CB, Kistler Magnesium TS Small Swimbait Special, Loomis BCR802 Mossyback
Good stuff, how do you like the Mossybacks? I've been interested for a while but have always heard mixed reviews.
Nibbles reply :
I personally like it a lot. Not sure if my Mossyback is the same as the MBR model Mossybacks though, so I can't comment on the mixed reviews.
Flywatersmallie reply :
Will post pics tomorrow if I can find the %^&%$&* camera. The wife seems to leave it somewhere everytime I want to use it. Here is my list, I'm looking at the racks right now....
6'8" St Croix LTB med xfast spinning/2500 Stradic
6'6" St Croix LTB Med casting/Daiwa Fuego
6'8" St Croix LTB med xfast casting/ Daiwa Zillion
6'6" St Croix Premier med casting/Daiwa Tierra
7' St Croix Legend Elite spinning ML/2500 Stradic Ci4
6'6" St Croix Legend Elite spinning/1000 Stradic
Dobyns Champion Xtreme 702/Daiwa Sol
Dobyns Champion 681 spinning/Daiwa Exceler
Dobyns Savvy 703/Daiwa HSTA
Dobyns Savvy 704/Daiwa HSTA
Dobyns Savvy 733/another HSTA will be here this week
Dobyns Savvy 735/I have a pair of HSTA's coming.
Nothing super high dollar like some of you but it does the job. Oh, and the wife has an Avid Pearl with a 10 size Quantum Energy over there.
=Matt 5.0= reply :
Skeet22 reply :
QuoteThese are my usual rods. I also have a 7ft Falcon Carolina Lizard Dragger with Pro Q for C-Rigs and a 7ft 6in Veritas with STX for heavy cover that stay in the boat. They are not pictured (too lazy to get them out). Also have another 6'9" Veritas that broke and had to be sent back to Abu I throw swim and finesse jigs with it. But here's the goods:
That looks alot like my arsenal down to the reels, baits and even the bobber stop...Must be Louisiana taste! I will have to get a couple pics up.
CWilliams reply :
From left to right:
Triumph 7' MLF/Stradic 2500FH
Compre 7' MF/Stradic 2500FI
SCIII 6'6'' LF/Stradic 1000FH
Cumara 7'2'' MF/Sustain 2500FE
Cumara 7'2'' MHF/Stradic CI4 2500
Cumulus 6'5'' MXF/Stradic CI4 2500
Cumulus 6'10'' MF/Stradic CI4 2500
Cumulus 7'1'' MHXF/Curado 50E
Cumulus 6'5'' MF/Core 50Mg7
Cumara 6'8'' MHF/Revo Premier
Kistler 7' XHF/Revo Winch
Crabcakes reply :
Quote
704 or 706? Did you drill it yourself? Nice work.
Actually looking at the handle that one is even nicer than I realized.
slonezp reply :
I've got myself down to 4 combos this year:
Ardent F500 on a 7'6" Fenwick HMG/AV spooled with 55lb Samuari braid for flippin'/pitchin'
Revo Toro 50HS on a 7' Mojo Bass MH/F spooled with 15lb Trilene Big Game for cranks and spinners
Revo STX on a 7' Fenwick Triggerstick M/MF spooled with 10lb Seaguar Abrazx for finesse
Revo STX on a 7' Fenwick Triggerstick MH/F Spooled with 55lb Samuari braid for frogs
I am going to attempt to retire ;D the spinning gear this year, and only use the C3's for swimbaits and salmon. I'll see how all that works out.
CWilliams reply :
I love the look of the cork on those fenwick rods.
slonezp reply :
It's not cork. It's called TAC, whatever TAC is???
CWilliams reply :
I like the looks of whatever that is then.
slonezp reply :
QuoteI like the looks of whatever that is then.
TAC="That ain't cork"
CWilliams reply :
Have you used a rod with that handle before? How does it compare to cork?
slonezp reply :
No. I just picked up those rods 2 weeks ago, and won't be out on the water for another week or two, as we still have some ice. I assumed it was some blend of cork. It has the same consistancy as cork, but almost like there's rubber blended into it. It doesn't soften it, but gives it a slightly tacky feeling. The mfg label says TAC Handle: Provides increased grip in all fishing conditions, more durable than cork and more grip in all conditions.
Time will tell.
CWilliams reply :
Please keep us updated. Im curious how it holds up over time and your opinion compared to other types of materials.
CWilliams reply :
Just purchased the two Cumulus rods I did not have. Now what will I spend my money on? :-/
Mattyvac reply :
First time I've bought new gear in almost 5 years for freshwater and inshore.
Reels left to right: Stradic Ci4, Stradic 3000, Stradic 3000, Quantum Code, Quantum Code, Quantum Code, Quantum Aviso
Rods left to right: Wright & Mcgill Blair Wiggins Flats 7'9, Wright & Mcgill Blair Wiggins Flats 7'6, Wright & Mcgill Blair Wiggins Flats 7'6, Wright & Mcgill ***** Reese Crankin Stick 6'6, Wright & Mcgill ***** Reese Senko Toad, Daiwa Team PRO-Z 7' Medium, Carrot Stix Wild 7' Heavy/Fast
NOT SHOWN: Wright & Mcgill ***** Reese Spinning Drop Shot/ Shimano Sahara 3000 Spinning
How did I do
atrocity123 reply :
Not all my stuff but how the hotel room looked the night before the tourney:
scbassin reply :
All the rods are custom made & the reels are Shimano's Click on picture for better view.
lou304 reply :
On 12/9/2009 at 12:17 AM, Bronzefly said:UL Baitcast Combo?
I think that is way cool!!!
Micro reply :
Here's some of my hardbaits. I love these Special Mate boxes...
CWilliams reply :
I love pictures of peoples fishing equipment. What is wrong with me?
Mattyvac reply :
On 4/11/2011 at 9:31 AM, CWilliams said:I love pictures of peoples fishing equipment. What is wrong with me?
Nothing wrong with a little tackle porn
CWilliams reply :
On 4/11/2011 at 8:57 PM, Mattyvac said:Nothing wrong with a little tackle porn
Then why do I hide it from loved ones? 
Mattyvac reply :
On 4/11/2011 at 9:03 PM, CWilliams said:Then why do I hide it from loved ones?
There comes a time in a man's life where he loves fishing so much, that looking at another man's rods is the only way to get through the week; until he can once again be fishing with his own.
Goose52 reply :
On 4/11/2011 at 9:30 AM, Micro said:Here's some of my hardbaits. I love these Special Mate boxes...
WOW - I had never seen those Special Mate boxes before - VERY cool. Having said that, they are obviously an evil device invented by the bait monkey...
Micro reply :
They are neat. BTW, Tackle Warerhouse doesn't carry them. I just put that decal on one.
.ghoti. reply :
On 4/11/2011 at 9:30 AM, Micro said:Here's some of my hardbaits. I love these Special Mate boxes...
Rowland, what's the matter with you, man? I see room for at least 7 or 8 more baits in those boxes. :D :D
38 Super Fan reply :
I'll bump this one up.
Nothing too fancy here.
00 mod reply :
Heres some of my stuff.....
From right to left:
Yabadabadoo President on St Croix premier 66mf
Shimano Stradic 2500 on St Croix legend elite 68mxf
Shimano Chronarch 200e7 on Gloomis GLX 71hf
Shimano Core 50 on St Croix Avid 70mhf
Shmano Curado 200e7 on St Croix Avid 66mf
Shimano Curado 50e on St Croix Avid 70hf
Shimano Chromarch 50mg on Shamano Cumara 68mhxf
Quantum something in 5:1 on a Lamiglass 7 mm
Shimano Curado 50e on Quantum kvd 7 mhm
Shimano Curado 200e7 on Quantum kvd 70mhf
Shimano Curado 50e on BPS topwater special 66mhf
Jeff
nwibass reply :
On 2/9/2011 at 10:11 AM, SoFlaBassAddict said:I hate you, David.
Send me them Dobyns. I'll give em a good home.
Premier or stx?
nwibass reply :
On 2/9/2011 at 3:38 AM, David P said:
better reel Premier or STX?
Fat-G reply :
On 1/8/2012 at 6:41 AM, nwibass said:better reel Premier or STX?
Uhhh...
nwibass reply :
On 1/8/2012 at 6:47 AM, Fat-G said:Uhhh...
Why say "uhhh"? I have a premier and wondering if the stx is par with it.
NorcalBassin reply :
Sweet looking lineup 00!
S Hovanec reply :
The junk!
Favorite reel on my second favorite rod (NFC DS6107-1)
Favorite reel on my favorite rod (St. Croix 5S69MLXF)
Red reply :
From left to right.
1. Lamiglas Excel 703/Revo S-L/10lb CXX
2. Lamiglas Excel 704/Curado 51E/10lb CXX
3. Lamiglas Excel 704/Quantum Kinetic/20lb Sunline Fluoro
4. Lamiglas Excel 735/Revo S-L/20lb Sunline Fluoro
5. Powell Squarebill Rod/Revo S-L/20lb Sunline Fluoro
6. Lamiglas Excel 7116/Revo S-L/20lb Sunline Fluoro
7. Lamiglas Excel 7116/Daiwa Viento/20lb Sunline Fluoro
Not pictured is a Lamiglas Excel 734 which is need of a reel and a 6'6" Medium American Rodsmiths spinning rod with an Abu Garcia Cardinal 101/12lb Nanofil that will be used by my nephews.
Senkoman12 reply :
On 1/8/2012 at 9:54 AM, Red said:
From left to right.
1. Lamiglas Excel 703/Revo S-L/10lb CXX
2. Lamiglas Excel 704/Curado 51E/10lb CXX
3. Lamiglas Excel 704/Quantum Kinetic/20lb Sunline Fluoro
4. Lamiglas Excel 735/Revo S-L/20lb Sunline Fluoro
5. Powell Squarebill Rod/Revo S-L/20lb Sunline Fluoro
6. Lamiglas Excel 7116/Revo S-L/20lb Sunline Fluoro
7. Lamiglas Excel 7116/Daiwa Viento/20lb Sunline Fluoro
Not pictured is a Lamiglas Excel 734 which is need of a reel and a 6'6" Medium American Rodsmiths spinning rod with an Abu Garcia Cardinal 101/12lb Nanofil that will be used by my nephews.
im gonna take it you like lamiglas excels. i have the 704C and i love it. i fish spinnerbaits, light jigs and texas rigs on it. it is an excellant light jig rod
Red reply :
On 1/8/2012 at 10:01 AM, Senkoman12 said:im gonna take it you like lamiglas excels. i have the 704C and i love it. i fish spinnerbaits, light jigs and texas rigs on it. it is an excellant light jig rod
I sure do!! I tried one out and liked it, so with some serious over time I had that year, I bought one every week for three more weeks. I acquired three more recently from a member on this forum. For me, the price is right, good warranty, and best of all, made in the USA!!!! that "oddball" Powell was bought because of a great sale price. I have hauled some nice bass out of some serious wood cover with that rod on a squarebill, it is a beast for sure.
flippin and pitchin reply :
On 1/8/2012 at 6:41 AM, nwibass said:better reel Premier or STX?
Now tell me the truth................did you buy that collection with your own green ?? 
Georgia Jeff reply :
On 12/4/2009 at 3:39 AM, VABasser said:Loosen up its a joke. I got a good laugh out of it. I'd post up mine but I don't have a digital camera with me at college. However last week I found two Chronarch 50 MG's new for about $100 each so I'm feeling pretty good about that deal
That is a great deal. Want to sell one for a profit?
LgMouthGambler reply :
some tackle
LgMouthGambler reply :
- some gear
LgMouthGambler reply :
more gear
LgMouthGambler reply :
more gear
LgMouthGambler reply :
more gear
jkarol24 reply :
Heres my Abu Garcia Revo Premier on my old Vendetta. Decent rod but now the premier is sitting on a pink and purple powell endurance where she belongs Also have some Curado 200E7 reels, ones on a shimano crucial flippin stick and the other on an allstar. My revo STX looks good on a lamiglas crankin stick as well.
Gone_Phishin reply :
On 1/11/2012 at 6:00 PM, LgMouthGambler said:some tackle
Any luck on the big Chug Bugs?
LgMouthGambler reply :
every once in a while I whip one out, they still produce. Ive had those for about 17 years.On 1/18/2012 at 2:09 AM, Gone_Phishin said:Any luck on the big Chug Bugs?
Gone_Phishin reply :
On 1/18/2012 at 9:57 AM, LgMouthGambler said:every once in a while I whip one out, they still produce. Ive had those for about 17 years.
Good to hear. Great bait.
A-Rob reply :
Nice stuff guys!
I plan on getting some new trailer bearings.....haha boring I know, but needed!
telmomarques reply :
i will show you all my gear tomorrow, you wont beileve the gear i have for my age
The Rooster reply :
Well, where is it?
jj'sbassinforfun reply :
On 12/4/2009 at 12:51 AM, Tin said:Nice, but just remember...give KVD a Zebco 202 and he will still kick all our arses. It's what you know and what you can do with it.
Well said.
Some nice eye candy posted so far! Watch it the "monkey" is lurking!
JacobK reply :
My small collection, the oddball revo STX was given to me as a gift so we'll see how it performs on the water this spring! If it's not up to par I'm swapping it out for another 200e7 haha.
3 heavy power fast action casting rods and 1 medium fast spinning. There's 65lb sufix performance braid on the 3 casting reels and I plan to put some
smaller diameter braid on the spinning reel too. My ways are very unconventional but they work for me!
Nkybassfisherman reply :
Here are all my setups. And I'm only 18. hahahaha.
LgMouthGambler reply :
Figured Id line them all up. From left to right
-BPS Enigma/Enigma Rod MH
-BPS ProLite/ProLite Rod M-10 lb Mono
-BPS Johnny Morris Signature/Berkley Lightning Shock M
-BPS Pro Qualifier/Berkley Lightning Shock MH
-Shimano Citica/Berkley Lightning Shock MH
-Shimano Curado 200E7/Berkley Lightning Shock M
-Shimano Curado 50E/BPS Tourney Special M
-Abu Garcia Revo SX/Abu Garcia Vendetta M
-Shimano Bantam Curado CU200/Berkley Lightning Shock M
All spooled with 65# Spiderwire Braid (except BPS ProLite)
tugsandpulls reply :
my stuff
LgMouthGambler reply :
I need one of those rod and reel stands
Chris at Tech reply :
This is what happens when your well-laid plans to fish get stomped on by a 20+ degree temp drop and 30mph winds -- your tackle goes to "Glamour Shots"
First up, the combos. From L to R:
Dobyns DX703S w/ Stradic FJ 2500 for shakey heads, split shot rigs and other finessee approaches
Avid AC66MF w/ Revo STX for hard jerkbaits, topwaters and other moving baits
Kistler Magnesium 69MHAPC w/ Revo STX for spinnerbaits, buzzbaits and chatterbaits
Dobyns 683C w/ Revo Premier for weightless plastics
Dobyns 703C w/ Remo Premier for senkos and light t-rigs
Dobyns 704C w/ Zillion for paddletails, swimjigs, chatterbaits and C-rigs
Dobyns 704C (Gen 1) w/ Revo STX for frogs
Dobyns 705CB w/ Revo STX for lipless cranks, shallow lipped cranks and smaller jointed swimbaits
Bass Pro Crankin Stick w/ Revo Winch for deep divers
Dobyns DX744C w/ Zillion for C-rigs, football jigs and heavier t-rigs
Daiwa Zillion 7MHF w/ Zillion for jigs, jigs and more jigs
Dobyns 735C w/ Revo STX for big paddletails, and heavy cover fishing
Bass Pro Extreme 7'6 H w/ Revo Toro for swimbaits
Crap, I just realized I have 13 combos. Since that number is bad luck, I guess I should buy another combo
Chris at Tech reply :
And the tackle
Jigs, terminal, hooks n' stuff, deep cranks, topwater, jerkbaits n' rattletraps, hollow bodies, shallow cranks and swimbaits
Shinyboy reply :
The new arrival needed some glamour shot love....I can't wait to fish this thing!!!
Shinyboy reply :
A few more tools of the trade.......Is it spring yet?
jkarol24 reply :
On 2/16/2012 at 8:57 AM, Shinyboy said:A few more tools of the trade.......Is it spring yet?
I love that old model pfleugger supreme XT spinning reels. Very fast, light, and perfectly balanced!
The Rooster reply :
HAHA, dude you should be a professional photographer for Bass Pro Shops. They'd sell more fishing reels with photos like those from sex appeal alone. That middle picture of the Quantum baitcast reel made it look like a sports car sitting in a darkened garage somewhere just waiting to be fired up and let loose.
hatrix reply :
Some of this stuff is absolutely amazing! I can't even comprehend owning some of this stuff. Having 20 high end rod and reel combos just blows me away. Plus the insane amounts of random tackle... I imagine a lot of you guys had to sleep on the couch over some of that stuff
nycgrip reply :
Took me a long while to collect all of these, but i think i am done for now. i do eventually want to upgrade the kistlers to custom zbones with micro guides and spiral wraps, but i am going to take a break from high end purchases for a season or two and enjoy these. the T3 is my newest acquisition, and can't wait to try it out in spring.
Daiwa Steez SPX Mega Top Casting 6' 10" ML, Daiwa PX Type-R
Daiwa Steez FleXLite Casting 7' M, Daiwa Steez 100
Daiwa Steez SVF Casting 7' MH, Daiwa Steez 103
Daiwa Steez Compile-X Casting 7'1" H, Daiwa PX Type-R
Daiwa Steez XBD Frog Casting 7'4" XH, Daiwa Steez 100
Kistler Helium II Casting 7’ M, Daiwa Steez 103
Kistler Helium II Casting 7’ MH, Daiwa T3 HS
Kistler Helium II Casting 7’ H, Daiwa Steez 103
Shimano Cumara Casting 6’8” MH, Shimano Metanium MG DC 7
Diggy reply :
BPS PQ on veritas 7ft MH micro
Revo SX on Vendetta 7ft Med
Citca on Lightning Rod 7ft MH--changing soon
JM Carbonlite on Carrot Stix PG Micro 7ft MH
JM Carbon Black Cranker on Tec Spec Crank Rod 7ft M Mod
7rd Old Boxer Dog>>>>Rods n Reels
DRhodes reply :
Diggy,
Is it tough for you to use both right and left hand baitcasters? I would have a really hard time with that.
BTW. Nice setups.
SausageFingers reply :
Feeling a little inadequate after rifling through this thread...
6'-6" MH Veritas / 6.4:1 Revo SX
6'-6" M Vendetta / 6.4:1 Revo SX
6'-3" M Vendetta / 7.1:1 Revo STX
6'-6" M Vendetta / Okuma Avenger
Scorcher214 reply :
On 3/8/2012 at 3:12 AM, SausageFingers said:Feeling a little inadequate after rifling through this thread...
6'-6" MH Veritas / 6.4:1 Revo SX
6'-6" M Vendetta / 6.4:1 Revo SX
6'-3" M Vendetta / 7.1:1 Revo STX
6'-6" M Vendetta / Okuma Avenger
Haha, me too
7' MH Veritas / TD Advantage
7' M Citrix /Citrix
7' MH Mojo / Quantum Touredition PT VI
7' M Mojo / Revo STX
6'6 MH Veritas spinning / TD Advantage spinning
Im sure it will only grow.
thehooligan reply :
My humble collection of rods, hopefully adding a frog rod soon.
5' St Croix Triumph ultralight rod / Shimano Sedona 500
6'3 Fenwick Elite Tech Smallmouth medium rod / Shimano Stradic Ci4 2500
6'8 Dobyns Champion 682 / Shimano Sahara 2500
6'6 St Croix Mojo Bass Jerkbait/Topwater rod / Shimano Curado 201e7
POPRG reply :
On 2/12/2012 at 4:24 AM, Chris at Tech said:And the tackle
Jigs, terminal, hooks n' stuff, deep cranks, topwater, jerkbaits n' rattletraps, hollow bodies, shallow cranks and swimbaits
Sorry to side-track,but who makes that bottom right bluegill swimbait Chris?... Matts? looks very nice!
Chris at Tech reply :
On 3/11/2012 at 12:54 PM, POPRG said:Sorry to side-track,but who makes that bottom right bluegill swimbait Chris?... Matts? looks very nice!
Yes, both the hard and soft bluegill baits in that pic are Matt's
Whole Enchilada reply :
Just picked this up yesterday, Shimano 2500 CI4, only used it briefly today but I can definitely say its pretty sweet! Will get a picture of the whole "arsenal" soon.
ChiCityBasser reply :
No pics but these are the setups with a couple spinning reels needing rods:
Spinning Equipment
- Quantum Catalyst PTi-20B / Cabelas Prodigy 7’ M/F
- Pflueger Supreme XT 2030 / Cabelas XMLTi 6’9” M/F
- Rainbow 1000 BM / Cabelas MagTouch 6’6” M/F (First cheap reel that has held its own)
- Quantum Kinetic PTi-20B / Dicks Tec Spec Rig&Jig 7’ MH/F
- Shimano Sahara 1000 / Cabelas XML 6’6” ML/F
- Quantum Incyte/Cabelas XML Rig&Jig 6'2" MH/F (Broke the tip and retipped was 6'6")
Bps Viper 30(one of my first reels)
Casting Equipment
- Quantum Energy PTxm 6.3:1 / Kistler Magnesium TS 7’ M/MF
- Cabelas Prodigy 6.3:1/ Cabelas Prodigy 7’ MH/MF
- Daiwa Exceler 7.1:1 / Cabelas Prodigy Micro 7’ MH/F
- Quantum Accurist PT 501/ Cabelas XML 6’6” H/F
- Quantum Energy PT 6.3:1/Cabelas XMLTi 7’ M/F
- Quantum Accurist PT 7.0:1/Quantum Superlite PT 7’11 H/F
- Cabelas Prodigy 6.3:1/Cabelas XMLTi 6'6 M/F
Octopusfingers reply :
Man I Was proud of my pflueger president... Need to upgrade the Berkley cherrywood though... 20$ only gets you so far.
Diggy reply :
On 3/6/2012 at 10:55 PM, DRhodes said:Diggy,
Is it tough for you to use both right and left hand baitcasters? I would have a really hard time with that.
BTW. Nice setups.
I prefer LH reels. I can use RH but the stuff that takes coordination like walking the dog gives me trouble at the moment. I can cast and reel all day RH though.
A-Jay reply :
I've always wanted one of these - a little old school is good.
A-Jay
rayrock99 reply :
Here are just a few of my jdm.
steezy reply :
Steez World !
Steez 103SHA - Steez STZ701MHFBA 7' Med-Heavy-Fast SVF
Steez 103SHA - Steez STZ651MLRBA-FL 6'5" Med-Light-Reaction FleXlite
Steez 100HA - Steez STZ701MRBA-FL 7' Med-Reaction FleXlite
Steez 103SHA - Steez STZ711HFBA 7'1" Heavy-Fast CompileX
Steez 103HA - Steez STZ701MHFB 7' Med-Heavy-Fast Wylie Steez (JDM)
Steez 103SHA - Otterods Custom 7' Med-Heavy-Fast (NFC Blank MB705-1 HM-Next)
Steez 2500 - Steez STZ681MLFSA 6'8" Med-Light-Fast ComplieX Spinning
Pluton 200H - Steez STZ741XHFBA 7'4" XHeavy-Fast SVF
BassAssassin85 reply :
just got done with my paint job on my revo sx i did some flames on it and it looks pretty sick in person hard to get the light right to see the colors but heres a good look
FlipSide reply :
My setups:
Quantum Energy PT 7.0:1/BPS Extreme 6' 10'' MH
BPS Pro Qualifier 6.4:1/ BPS Carbonlite 7' M
Shimano Chronarch 6.5:1/St. Croix Mojo Bass 7' M
Abu Garcia Revo STX 6.4:1/St. Croix Premier 7' M
SoFlaBassAddict reply :
Some recently purchased upgrades:
Top to bottom:
Dobyns Champion Extreme 745C
Dobyns Champion Extreme 744C
Dobyns Champion 804C (Brand New Rod to the Market - released not long ago)
Dobyns Champion 736C
Dobyns Champion 705CB Glass
Far different from what I started with a few short years ago.....
outdoorsman110 reply :
can I have one?On 4/5/2012 at 9:55 AM, steezy said:Steez World !
Steez 103SHA - Steez STZ701MHFBA 7' Med-Heavy-Fast SVF
Steez 103SHA - Steez STZ651MLRBA-FL 6'5" Med-Light-Reaction FleXlite
Steez 100HA - Steez STZ701MRBA-FL 7' Med-Reaction FleXlite
Steez 103SHA - Steez STZ711HFBA 7'1" Heavy-Fast CompileX
Steez 103HA - Steez STZ701MHFB 7' Med-Heavy-Fast Wylie Steez (JDM)
Steez 103SHA - Otterods Custom 7' Med-Heavy-Fast (NFC Blank MB705-1 HM-Next)
Steez 2500 - Steez STZ681MLFSA 6'8" Med-Light-Fast ComplieX Spinning
Pluton 200H - Steez STZ741XHFBA 7'4" XHeavy-Fast SVF
einsteins reply :
Here is what I have bought this year since I bought a used Bass Boat last fall, I figured I should equip it properly....lol
since these pictures, I added a KVD Crankin Rod with a Lews speed Spool 6.4:1
BradGuenette reply :
Picked up this guy the other day, 5:4:1 Tournament pro paired with a 705cb glass for tossin' square bills
outdoorsman110 reply :
On 4/14/2012 at 8:42 AM, DirtNasty said:Picked up this guy the other day, 5:4:1 Tournament pro paired with a 705cb glass for tossin' square bills
you'll love that reel.On 4/14/2012 at 8:42 AM, DirtNasty said:Picked up this guy the other day, 5:4:1 Tournament pro paired with a 705cb glass for tossin' square bills
J Francho reply :
On 4/12/2012 at 6:15 AM, SoFlaBassAddict said:Dobyns Champion Extreme 744C
I just picked this rod up myself - awesome jig and worm rod.
Fat-G reply :
On 4/21/2012 at 2:20 AM, J Francho said:I just picked this rod up myself - awesome jig and worm rod.
Heck yeah! I like the 745c and 784c ML too.
j.bruno reply :
Here is my set ups
Casting:
E21 Carrot Stick Wild 7ft Medium + Citica 201e
Abu Vendetta 6f6 6in Medium + Curado 201e7
Abu Veritas 6ft 6in Medium + Lews Tournament Pro 6:4.1
Abu Vendetta 7ft 6in Medium Heavy + Revo SX SUPER TUNED by DVT
Camo Stick 6ft 6in Medium
Spinning:
Abu Vendetta 6ft 6in Medium + Daiwa Fuego 3000A
Abu Vendetta 6ft 9in Medium Light + Abu Cardinal
Abu Veritas 6ft 6in Medium Heavy + Quantom KVD 40c
PineappleWater reply :
I guess i'll show my gear I have so far..
Rods:
Daiwa Steez - STZ 711 HFBA 7'1 Compile X
Daiwa Steez - STZ 701 MRBA-FL 7'0 Fle-X-Lite
Daiwa Zillion - TDZL 701 MHFB 7'0 Med-Heavy
Lucky Craft - TLC LCM 701MF Fat Mini Magic
G-Loomis - NRX 803S JWR 6'8 Med-Heavy Ex-Fast
Shimano Crucial - 7'1 Med Extra Fast
Reels:
Daiwa Steez 103HA
Daiwa Zillion 100SHSA 7.3 Hyper Limited
Daiwa Zillion 100HA
Shimano Complex CI4 F6
Shimano TwinPower C3000HG
Shimano Sustain 2500FE
Line:
14lb Sunline FC Sniper 2012
13lb Sunline Defier
14lb Sunline Super Natural Mono
7lb Sunline Biwako Special
30lb Sufix 832
50lb Sufix 832
65lb Sufix 832
12,14lb Daiwa Steez Fluorocarbon
Hopefully I can get a SVF-XBD this year. Too much weeds in the summer to go light! lol
SoFlaBassAddict reply :
On 4/21/2012 at 2:20 AM, J Francho said:I just picked this rod up myself - awesome jig and worm rod.
It really is. That's the primary use I bought it for. It's a very versatile rod also. Not a bad spinnerbait stick. Doesn't do a bad job tossing a fluke either.
Dr. Watson reply :
From Left to right:
6'6" MF Falcon Bucoo w/ Shimano Sienna
6'6" MF St. Croix Avid w/ Shimano Caenen
6'6" Dobyns 663C MHF w/ Shimano Citica 200E
6'8" G.Loomis NRX 802C MXF w/ Abu Garcia Revo MGX 7.1:1
7' St. Croix Legend Tournament "teaser" MF w/ Shimano Curado 200E7
7' G.Loomis MBR 843C IMX MHF w/ Abu Garcia Revo SX
LgMouthGambler reply :
Downsized collection. Just my Shimanos now. L to R: Shimano Citica G6-Berkley Lightning Shock 6'6-17# Mono, Shimano Curado 50E-Shimano Clarus 6'8-12# YoZuri, Shimano Curado 200E7-Shimano Sellus 6'8-65# Spiderwire, Shimano Chronarch 200E7-Shimano Sellus 6'8-20# YoZuri.
JunkYard814 reply :
Thought I'd post my stuff. I have a bunch of cheaper rods, but I only started buying higher quality stuff recently and these are my top rods.
I've also decided on adding a new Revo this weekend.
buzzfrog reply :
toward the beginning of the thread, what was the pink daiwa reel, thanks
oldschoolbasser reply :
Here are a few of my 4500-4500C's
0119 reply :
No pics oldschool............ Im dying to see some good old Ambassadeurs!
Goose52 reply :
On 6/16/2012 at 3:20 AM, 119 said:No pics oldschool............ Im dying to see some good old Ambassadeurs!
I only have one - a 5000 that is nearly 50 years old. It's on an older Shakespeare rod that is an absolute baby at about 20 years old... 
iabass8 reply :
Love those old abu garcias. Looks to be in great shape.
CaneyCatcher reply :
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Abu Revo STX - Ducket Rod 7'3 Med/Heavy
DON1937 reply :
Absolutely marvelous collections. Thanks to all for posting although I'm feeling very ancient right now with my 5000s, 6000s and Mitchell 300s and fiberglass rods. My little 300s cost me $15.50 in 1964 and the 5000 cost $25 in 1972.
The little 300s are amazingly durable and have been used for years in salt water to catch any thing from Specks, Reds, Sharks, Blues, 60lb. stingray on 10lb line, logs, one tire and one bicycle. 
The Brim Reaper reply :
I've only been fishing for a few months, so I only have one rod of my own so far. It's a St. Croix Triumph paired up with a Pflueger President. I also borrow a Shakespeare Alpha Graphite from my father. It's got a Daiwa Samurai-3i 2500 on it.
Rusty Shackleford reply :
L->R
Rods
Tackle Industries - MH Musky / Abu Garcia Ambassador C3 6500
St Croix - Avid (AVC70MHF) / Lew's Tournament Pro TP1H
Lamiglas - Certified Pro Fiberglass (SR705R) / Lew's Tournament Pro TP1S
St Croix - Avid (AVC70MM) / Shimano Curado 200E5
St Croix - Avid (AVC66MF) / Lew's Tournament Pro TP1SH
G Loomis - GL2 (SRJ783) / Team Daiwa Advantage-A 2500
All Star - Team All Star (TAS845STR) / Daiwa Exceler 3000
St Croix - Avid (AVS70MF) / Shimano Stradic 2500FI
Busy reply :
From Left to Right:
1) All
2) Quantum Code CD860CXA / Quantum Code 6'6" MH XF / 20# Sufix Performance Braid - ready to T-Rig worms
3) Simano Citica CI200E / Shimano Compre 6'6" MH F / 20# Sufix Performance Braid - ready to Jig
4) Pflueger President 6920X / Cabelas Tourney Trail TTS501-1 5'0" UL M / 6# Sufix Siege Mono - Bobber
5) Quantum Kinetic KT10PTiC / Shimano Voltaeus VTS56UL 5'6" UL MF / 4# Sufix Siege Mono - Bobber
Der Juicen reply :
new to the forums, and my new setup, havent even gotten the line wet yet
i just picked up an Abu Garcia Black Max left hand retrieve on a Daiwa Aird 7' ML/XF rod.
set up with 12# and a 1/2oz weight for practicing casts it feels light years better than any $20 spinning combo i fished with before! I did want to try matching the Black Max with a Vendetta rod, but the salesman at turners talked me out of spending the extra money, we'll see how well the Aird works.
Dingah reply :
here are my two fav. combos:
Bass pro shops Extreme baitcast on the Bass pro shops graphite series
Shimano Sahara 3000 on a Abu Garcia Vendetta
Capt.Bob reply :
This is three of my favorite low profile
Capt.Bob reply :
Sorry but I thought maybe you were misled, OH YA Team on a Legend Tournament 6'8"MXF, the Tournament Pro Avid 7' MHF and Tournament on 7' MM Avid
oldschoolbasser reply :
Here's some of my Ambassadeur Collection,plus a few of my "Customs"
rockchalk06 reply :
On 8/5/2012 at 10:28 AM, oldschoolbasser said:Here's some of my Ambassadeur Collection,plus a few of my "Customs"
Do you use all of those? Man now that's a collection
oldschoolbasser reply :
No,but I wish I could! Here's a few that I do use.
Capt.Bob reply :
My round reels, and more St. Croix's, and a BP Extreme muskie rod, top 7'6 H Crankbait w/400B Calcutta, 6'10" MHF Avid w/400B Calcutta, and avid 7' MHF w/200GTB Calcuta
Capt.Bob reply :
My spinning reels, everything from Ultra Light for panfish and small trout, to Pike Muskie and the saltwater flat's.
Top down, Stradic 4000 FI Pfluger 66 MH
Stradic 4000 FJ Avid 7' MHXF Custom
Stradic 3000 FJ Legend Elite 6'6" MF
Stradic 1000 FJ Legend Elite 6'3" MXF
Stradic 1000 MgFB Avid 6' ULF
Saros FB 1000 Avid 5' ULF
Capt.Bob reply :
My Ugly duckling, A Loomis IMX 6' LF I need to trade for a St. Croix I guess?? with a Stradic 2500 MgFB a sweet little river smallmouth rod.
Capt.Bob reply :
Oh ya My beeters, River carp catfish sucker you name it and the ones the grandkids get use,
a Stradic 4000 FI on a HF Extreme Muskie,
couple Symetre spinners on a Fenwick HCG, and a BP Extreme LF
a couple Abu 5500's on a MH 6'3" Custom BP Bionic Blade and a MH 6'6" Abu Gold Max, the Abu's are about 30 years old and never had a thing done but clean and lubes!
0119 reply :
Oldschoolbasser....... amazing collection! Are you getting the white gripped handles from Japan? Your pic of the collection did me wonders. I showed it to the Mrs. and she became much more acceptable of my humble collection.
oldschoolbasser reply :
My handles and side plates com from Mr.Ambassadeur himself Simon Shimomura.He's been a great source of information,and parts,plus who better than an expert on Ambassadeur reels for technical help.He's gone above and beyond to help me with my "Custom" reels,and I'm grateful for all. his help.As such,I try to help any fellow members of this sight with any peoblems,or questions they have about Ambassadeur reels. BTW,all the reels I fish with have been upgraded with every bearing,and drag washer upgrade available,and I have a couple of 11 bearing reels with lightweight JDM spools.
0119 reply :
Yeah Jerry Foran builds my Ambassadeurs. I look forward to finding and reading Mr. Shimormura's books. Do you fish the reels with the white handles? How do they hold up if so? Thanks
Bass Slayer 72 reply :
I mainly use 3 rod n reels;
- Shakespeare Ugly Stick with a Shimano SEDONA 4000FD spooled with #14 lbs braided line
- Shimano FXS-66MB-2 rod with a Shimano SIENNA 4000RD spooled with #10 lbs braided line
- Shakespeare Ugly Tiger with a Quantum –OPTIX reel spooled with #20 lbs power pro braided
The Ugly Stick is my work horse and my Shimano rod is my flippin stick, the Tiger is my salmon rod/trolling set up.
MrBassAckwards reply :
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nothing fancy here, just a pro max, I like as i plan on getting more and more and more...
Mike__D reply :
Sorry but i do not have pics of all my gear, but i do have a complete list...
Casting Rods
Dobyn's Extreme DX795 Flip
Dobyn's Champion Casting 795 ML
Dobyn's Champion Casting 736
Dobyn's Extreme DX745C
Shimano Cumulus 7'1' MH XF
Shimano Cumara CUCX711MH
Shimano Cumara 7'2' MH XF
Shimano Cumara 6'8' MH F
Shimano Cumara 7'0'H MF
Shimano Crucial Crankbait 7'0' M MF
Shimano Crucial 6'6' M XF
St. Croix Legend Elite 7'0' MH F
St. Croix Legend Elite 7'0' M F
St. Croix Avid 7'0' MH F
St. Croix Avid 6'8 M XF
St.Croix Premier 6'6' MH F (2 Piece)
Daiwa Zillion 7'0' MH F
Daiwa Zillion 6'9' MH XF
Abu Garci Veritas 7'6' MH F
Abu Garci Veritas 7'0' MH F
Abu Garci Veritas 7'0' M MF
Fenwick Elite Tech 6'9' MH F
Fenwick Elite Tech 6'9' M XF
Fenwick Elite Tech 6'10 M F
Fenwick Elite Tech 6'10' MH M
Okuma Citrix 7 M F (won at a raffel)
Spinning Rods
Dobyns Extreme 743
Shimano Crucial Drop Shot Rod 6'8' MH XF
Shimano Compre 6'8' ML F
Shimano Compre 6'6' MH F
St. Croix Avid 6'8' M XF
Daiwa Fuego 6'9' ML XF
Powell Max Wacky Rig Rod 6'10'
Fenwick Elite Tech Smallmouth 6'9' M XF
Fenwick Elite Tech Smallmouth 6'9' M XF
Casting Reels
Team Daiwa Zillion 100SHA (orange seal bearings and carbontex drag upgrade)
Team Daiwa Fuego (orange seal bearings and carbontex drag upgrade)
Team Daiwa Sol (orange seal bearings and carbontex drag upgrade)
Chronarch 50MG (orange seal bearings and carbontex drag upgrade)
Shimano Curado 100D (orange seal bearings and carbontex drag upgrade)
Shimano Curado 100D (orange seal bearings and carbontex drag upgrade)
Shimano Citica 100DSV (orange seal bearings and carbontex drag upgrade)
Shimano Curado 200E7
Shimano Curado 200E7
Shimano Curado 200E7
Shimano Curado 200E5
Shimano Curado 200E5
Shimano Curado 200E5
Shimano Citica 201E
Abu Garcia Toro 50-HS
Abu Garcia Revo Premier 7:1 (orange seal bearings upgrade)
Pflueger Patriarch XT
Pflueger Patriarch XT
Pflueger Patriarch XT
Pflueger Patriarch XT
Spinninng Reeels
Pflueger Patriarch 9535
Pflueger Patriarch 9530
Shimano Sustain 2500FE
Shimano Stradic 2500 CI4
Shimano Stradic 2500FH
Shimano Stradic 2500FH
Shimano Stradic 1000FH
Team Daiwa Tierra 2000
That's all for now. But my next purchase is going to be a megabass orochi X4 Destruction rod and i plan on pairing it with a revo MGX. That will be THE combo of 2013...
Mike D
kickerfish1 reply :
Nice arsenal Mike! You will like the destruction. Another idea for a reel to pair with the destruction rod that would look nice on it is the shimano core 50 or 100 series.
mod479 reply :
From left to right:
Rods:
- Quantum tournament grade 6'6" M/F (this outfit is for my buddies who tag along with me occasionally)
- Abu Garcia Veritas 6'6" M/F
- Dobyns 703C 7' M/F
- Dobyns Champ. 703SF 7' M/F
- Dobyns Champ Extreme 703SF 7' M/F
- Shimano Cumara 7'2" M/XF
- G. Loomis 822S 6'10" Mag Med. / XF
- Dobyns Champ Extreme 763 7'6" M/F (not shown)
Reels:
-Okuma Trio 30 with 6# sufix elite
-Shimano Stradic Ci4 with 6# Izorline XXX co-poly
- Shimano Curado 50e ( Hawg Tech handle, boca orange seals, and carbontex drag) 8# izorline co-poly
- Shimano Sustain FG with 6# yo-zuri hybrid
- Shimano Sustain FG with 10/2 power pro
- Shimano Stradic Ci4 with 5# sunline sniper FC
-Shimano Stradic FJ with 6# sunline sniper FC
Got one more Ci4 on its way for the DX 763.
Goose21 reply :
Mike D you're going to love that combo especially the MGX.
Mike__D reply :
On 9/21/2012 at 9:17 AM, Goose21 said:Mike D you're going to love that combo especially the MGX.
I hope so, I love my 2010 premier and have high hopes for the MGX.
Mike D
BradGuenette reply :
New paddle tail swim bait setup.
7'11" Cumara Reaction MH XF.
Lews Tournament Pro 5:4:1.
BASSHUNTER1961 reply :
Picked up 3 new rigs this long Holiday weekend....
2) Falcon Bucoo Micro spinning rods
1) Falcon Bucoo Micro Casting rod
1) Shimano Solstace spinning reel
1) Shimano Sedona spinning reel
and of course my trusty Shimano Citica 200E
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Loop_Dad reply :
Shimano BM-1.
In the 70's Lews worked with Shimano and developed Speed Spool BB-1, which became a big hit in US. Shimano started selling BM-1 as Japan market only model. This is the beginning of today's Shimano reels. I saved up money and bought this when I was a boy. My brother hanged on to it for so many years which I didn't know. I was talking to him about the Daiwa rod I used to have then and he said, "Oh by the way, I still have your BM-1 and Speed Stick". He is shipping this reel to me. I can't wait! FYI, the Speed Stick was Fuji brand.
thehooligan reply :
Ive downsized alot, im moving and wanted to get rid of the rods i wasnt using, i made it down to four combos.
5ft St croix triumph ultralight with 500 series shimano sedona
6'3 Fenwick elite tech smallmouth medium with 1000 series shimano stradic fj
6'8 Dobyns champion 682 medium light with daiwa fuego 1000a
7'0 Dobyns coalition 704 medium heavy with 2500 series shimano stradic ci4
kickerfish1 reply :
Nice spinning rigs "the hooligan"! If you swap the reel on the coalition rod with the reel on the champion the would look even more cool!
Knightiac reply :
From top to bottom:
Speed Spool Tournament MG - 7’ MH/F Carbonlite - Power Pro 50lb
Johnny Morris Signature Series - 6’9” MH/F Vendetta - Sufix Elite 12lb
Johnny Morris Signature Series - 7’ M/F Mojo Bass - Sufix Elite 12lb
Abu Garcia Cardinal 401i - 6’6” MH/F Extreme - Sufix Elite 8lb
(='_'=) reply :
1) cranks, Browning Silaflex 6´6" M, with H2O Mettle reel
2) spinnerbaits, Jarvis Walker 6´6" MH rod with Quantum Code reel (just replaced the rod with a Veritas 6´9" MH, and the reel for a Revo S not shown)
3) worms, Falcon Clark Wendlandt 6´6" MH rod, with Quantum KVD reel
4) misc, Falcon Bucoo 7´M rod with the Code reel shown in the pic (not shown, i just got them)
lying on the rear deck...
scaleface reply :
0119 reply :
Great pic, classics all round.
greg2648 reply :
I am humbly posting pictures of my "tools." The Shimano BCs are mounted on various 7' Falcon rods. The Revo SX is mounted on a 7' Veritas. From time to time I will incorporate a few spinning combos into the mix. They are mounted on 6'6" Shimano and Falcon rods. Thanks for looking.
Greg
J Francho reply :
You gotta love those wood handle Stradics!
Maico1 reply :
On 11/1/2012 at 9:14 PM, J Francho said:You gotta love those wood handle Stradics!
Great shot...Now there is one apple that did not fall to far from the tree.
livetofish28 reply :
How about an ancient Abu Garcia ambassaduer ultra mag XL plus
Maico1 reply :
Round Reels-
Low Profile Reels-
kickerfish1 reply :
Dude that isn't even cool! Superb collection!
Kevinator1 reply :
Here are some pics of my anglers man cave:
J Francho reply :
On 11/3/2012 at 10:47 PM, Maico1 said:Round Reels-
Low Profile Reels-
Dat's some heavy metal!
BradGuenette reply :
Novemeber smallmouth rigs
FillupD reply :
One of my favorites!
donovanl12 reply :
Well I feel a little short handed haha...I have two setups:
A Shimano Sedona 2500 on a 6'6" Ugly Stick
A Bass Pro Mega Cast on a 7' Berkley AMP rod.
RyneB reply :
On 11/3/2012 at 10:47 PM, Maico1 said:Round Reels-
Low Profile Reels-
Wow, you are either single, or have a VERY understanding wife. Nice collection.
Maico1 reply :
On 11/18/2012 at 10:12 PM, RyneB said:Wow, you are either single, or have a VERY understanding wife. Nice collection.
You should see her foot ware collection......you know what I mean.
TiNuts reply :
This is my stepson's and my collection. The top is a Revo3 SX that is just got from my wife as a gift. It's on a 7' med fast carbonlite rod. 2nd rod is a bass pro carbon black reel on a 7' MH rod. Then an old school Abu mag plus reel (date code says '89) on some 5'6" "crankin stick" that I'm assuming is from the same time. Then a cheap Walmart Shakespeare spinning rig that I use for car fishing. My sons cat pole. Then a bill dance crappie rod/reel.
The old Abu reel I got from my father in law. Said he bought it new, tried to cast it twice, and it's been in his closet ever since.
North Ga Hillbilly reply :
Here's my prettied up cardiff
NGaHB
MArnold reply :
Here is my Christmas,Birthday and Anniversary present!!!! lol
A Shimano Core MG50 and G.Loomis NRX rod!!
Yes it is as sweet as it looks!!
Maico1 reply :
On 12/30/2012 at 12:51 AM, MArnold said:Here is my Christmas,Birthday and Anniversary present!!!! lol
A Shimano Core MG50 and G.Loomis NRX rod!!
Yes it is as sweet as it looks!!
Congrats ...Looks like someone is going to have a new favorite setup.....Enjoy it.
Maico1 reply :
On 12/14/2012 at 2:49 PM, North Ga Hillbilly said:
Here's my prettied up cardiff
NGaHB
Sweet......
nwmike reply :
my most used set ups and what i use them for.
rods
powell endurance 764 -flipping ,pitching
powell max 703cef-texas rigs
powell max 703scf-shakey head,tubes
denali roosewood mark tyler 7'4'' heavy-frogs, carolina rigs
custom north fork blank acid wrapped 7'3'' heavy-jigs, pitching ,heavy texas rigs off shore stuff
okuma citrix 6'8'' medium heavy-spinnerbaits,top water spooks ,walking baits
okuma citrix 6'9''medium light-dropshot
tech spec 6'6'' medium-jerkbaits,square bills,tubes
reels casting
2 okuma cayeene
okuma citrix
okuma calera
quantum tour edition
quantum kinetic
reels spinning
okuma stratos
abu garcia cardinal
thehooligan reply :
Ive downsized and upgraded.
top -> bottom
7'2 Shimano Cumara M/H ------ Shimano Stradic CI4 2500
6'9 Phenix M1 Light ------------- Daiwa Fuego 1000a
6'5 Shimano Cumulus ---------- Shimano Sustain 1000
6'3 Fenwick Smallie Elite Med- Shimano Stradic FJ 1000
I also have a Dobyns 682 Champion i have to find a reel for...
0119 reply :
Very nice combos hooligan.
Welcome to the boards Levimkay, do you fish Lehigh and Golden Gate?
J Francho reply :
One of my trout rigs:
J Francho reply :
Small creek trout rig, this one is only 10' long:
bassinbrian reply :
This is just a few random pictures of my new Zombie rod nicknamed the "Immortal"
Maico1 reply :
On 1/10/2013 at 9:30 PM, J Francho said:Small creek trout rig, this one is only 10' long:
That is one sweet combination.......
Maico1 reply :
Decided to give the new GLX Cranking Sticks a try......Now just have to decide which round reel will get the mount....
0119 reply :
GLX and they didnt even bother to wrap the cork in plastic? Even put the sticker right on the cork.......
LuckyHandsINC. reply :
On 1/13/2013 at 5:33 AM, 119 said:GLX and they didnt even bother to wrap the cork in plastic? Even put the sticker right on the cork.......
Really not a big deal. They're stored in a plastic bag and the sticker peels off very easily and cleanly. Has the loomis hate really come this far?
Maico1 reply :
On 1/13/2013 at 5:33 AM, 119 said:GLX and they didnt even bother to wrap the cork in plastic? Even put the sticker right on the cork.......
The sticker on the cork has never been a problem for me...Just so you know they are all like that, does not matter if it is GLX, NRX, IMX etc. etc.etc....
0119 reply :
Yes my hate for all things Shimano has gone that far....
Snakehead Whisperer reply :
On 12/3/2009 at 10:51 PM, RWSCHMITZ said:HERE IS MY
I know you posted this more than 3 years ago... I actually have one that is NOS, never been used.
bassinbrian reply :
Couple more winter purchases, I've never even liked Revos but these were to sexy to pass on.
rippin-lips reply :
My small arsenal of casting setups. Plus a better pic of my custom Mhx built by Cooks of Oregon
Quitlimpin reply :
On 1/24/2013 at 8:58 AM, bassinbrian said:Couple more winter purchases, I've never even liked Revos but these were to sexy to pass on.[img=http://i1079.photobucket.com/albums/w502/bassinbrian1/IMAG0828_zpsc267849b.jpg]
Is that a gen 2 premier on the right? What spool is that?
bassinbrian reply :
Revo akatsuki and the spool came in the ZPI BFC911RSR kit
Quitlimpin reply :
Somehow that model got right by me..never heard of it. Either way, it's sick!
RyneB reply :
On 1/24/2013 at 8:58 AM, bassinbrian said:Couple more winter purchases, I've never even liked Revos but these were to sexy to pass on.
DINK WHISPERER reply :
Im going to do just one for now.....because its the one i just got today. It is quickly becoming a favorite though! It is a new series Shimano Cumara 7' 11" flippin rod paired with a Gen3 Revo SX. The colors of the reel and rod go perfectly. This set-up is actually lighter than my 7' 7" Crucial and STX. I got it as a punching set up but i think the tip is a bit too stiff for that technique. Anyhow, its a keeper for sure!
0119 reply :
Dink that is a beautiful combo, very very sharp looking
bassinbrian reply :
They do go together nicely!
DINK WHISPERER reply :
Thnx guys, i tried the G3 STX and even a Quantum Smoke on it but i keep coming back to the SX. Who wuda thought, Shimano & Abu playing nice!
EvanT123 reply :
EvanT123 reply :
Crappy cell pic but it will do
Left to Right
Shimano Chronarch 200E7 Powell Endurance 673Cef 12lbs yo-zuri hybrid
Abu Garcia Orra Sx Daiwa Procyon 6''6 m/f trilene big game 10lbs
Shimano Curado 50e Shimano Compre 6'8 m/f Sufix Siege 8lbs
Shimano Symetre 1000fl Shimano Sellus 6'8 m/Xf 10lbs power pro
Pflueger Trion 5'6 Abu Garcia light cheap 6lb mono
Bluebasser86 reply :
Best picture I could get with my crappy camera. Left to right:
6' 8" ML/F Crucial, 1000 Symetre
7' M/F Premier, 2500 Sahara
6' 2" Avid M/XF, 50E
6' 6" M/F Mojo, Revo S
6' 6" MH/F LTB, Lew's Speed Spool
7' M/F Premier, 200BSF
6' 8" M/F Mojo, 2500 Symetre
7' MH/M Pro Glass, E5
7' M/F Mojo, 200B
7' M/XF LTB, E7
7' 3" MH/F LTB, E7
6' 10" M/F LTB, 2500 CI4
7' 8" MH/M Mojo, 5.1 PQ
7' 6" MH/F LTB, E7
6' 10" ML/F LTB, Supreme MGX
7' 10" MH/F Extreme, Abu EXT 5600
Big Bassman reply :
I'm with RW post #179. That being said, being an old guy and applying the "Buffet Theory" I have also accumulated much fishing tackle over the years including collector type items. It goes with the territory! I sure love looking at everyones tackle though, and wish all posters & members happy and highly successful fishing! Thank you all so much for sharing, it helps pass the cold weather months.
THE BASS WHISPERER reply :
OK Im not going to lie . ive never taken a pic of my set up. but ive got 2 ! 1 quantum smoke bait caster with smoke 6'8 MH , My 2nd is a Glomis gl2 MH 7 rod with a shimano Stradic 3000. 
thehooligan reply :
Top - bottom
7'2 mh shimano cumara shimano stradic 2500 ci4
6'5 m shimano cumulus shimano sustain 1000
6'9 ml phenix m1 shimano stradic 1000 ci4
6'3 m fenwick et-sm shimano stradic 1000 fj
6'8 ml dobyns champ Needs a reel, probally throw on another 1000fj
Next rod will be the new cumara, either the 6'8 worm rod, or dropshot model.
Next bc combo im thinking will be a cumulus/core 51 combo, still up in the air if i want to give baitcasters a chance again, lol.
oldschoolbasser reply :
Here are a few of my new "Custom" Ambassadeur reels,and new rods to go with them. The reels are (2) 250C's,(2)4500C's,and a 5500C. The rods are a Zombie 7'4" med heavy,Megabass. G-AX, Megabass Jabberwok,Irod 693 med heavyset, and a Phenix PHX 683. All the reels have been upgraded with ABEC7 ceramic bearings,and Carbontex drag washers. The 2500CI's have gearing upgrades (5.3:1 on the Green reel,and 6.0:1 on the Gold reel). The Green reel also has an Avail light weight spool, and both reels have swept drag star wheels,and handles.The other 3 reels have dual bearing worm gears,and cog wheels,and driveshaft bearings,and the Black 4500C,and Violet 5500C have ABEC 7 ceramic bearings,and Avail lightweight spools. The Violet 4500C has all the bearing upgrades,and lightweight spool,but the spool spins on polished brass bushings.
bassinbrian reply :
On 2/10/2013 at 8:26 AM, oldschoolbasser said:Here are a few of my new "Custom" Ambassadeur reels,and new rods to go with them. The reels are (2) 250C's,(2)4500C's,and a 5500C. The rods are a Zombie 7'4" med heavy,Megabass. G-AX, Megabass Jabberwok,Irod 693 med heavyset, and a Phenix PHX 683. All the reels have been upgraded with ABEC7 ceramic bearings,and Carbontex drag washers. The 2500CI's have gearing upgrades (5.3:1 on the Green reel,and 6.0:1 on the Gold reel). The Green reel also has an Avail light weight spool, and both reels have swept drag star wheels,and handles.The other 3 reels have dual bearing worm gears,and cog wheels,and driveshaft bearings,and the Black 4500C,and Violet 5500C have ABEC 7 ceramic bearings,and Avail lightweight spools. The Violet 4500C has all the bearing upgrades,and lightweight spool,but the spool spins on polished brass bushings.
Nice collection
J Francho reply :
Reel cleaning time!
NWI-Bassin' reply :
On 2/5/2013 at 11:58 PM, Bluebasser86 said:
Best picture I could get with my crappy camera. Left to right:
6' 8" ML/F Crucial, 1000 Symetre
7' M/F Premier, 2500 Sahara
6' 2" Avid M/XF, 50E
6' 6" M/F Mojo, Revo S
6' 6" MH/F LTB, Lew's Speed Spool
7' M/F Premier, 200BSF
6' 8" M/F Mojo, 2500 Symetre
7' MH/M Pro Glass, E5
7' M/F Mojo, 200B
7' M/XF LTB, E7
7' 3" MH/F LTB, E7
6' 10" M/F LTB, 2500 CI4
7' 8" MH/M Mojo, 5.1 PQ
7' 6" MH/F LTB, E7
6' 10" ML/F LTB, Supreme MGX
7' 10" MH/F Extreme, Abu EXT 5600
somebody likes st croix an awful lot ..
Bluebasser86 reply :
On 2/11/2013 at 5:04 AM, NWI-Bassin said:somebody likes st croix an awful lot ..
I've tried a lot of different rods but haven't found any I like as much as St.Croix.
0119 reply :
Oh my God Mr. Francho....Shimano's and Daiwa's are, are touching........
I'm sure you would'nt pile customers reels 
J Francho reply :
No, those are mine, lol.
WartownBassin reply :
new reel came in today for my new spinning setup...I got the Abu Garcia Orra S30 to go on my 7' M action Abu Garcia Vendetta 2
cant wait to try out a little drop shot and shaky head on it really soon
endless reply :
Felix77 Seems to like these reels WartownBassin. Good luck with your new setup!
WartownBassin reply :
On 2/14/2013 at 5:24 AM, endless said:Felix77 Seems to like these reels WartownBassin. Good luck with your new setup!
nice to hear they work for someone thanks...ill be testing it out tomorrow and friday
OkeechobeeAngler reply :
Some of my rod and reels.
Red, white and blue. Dang they are dusty, Been working on some knife scales and couldn't open the garage door due to rain.
0119 reply :
Good snook tackle there. Did you catch the one on your avatar near Big O? By the locks?
OkeechobeeAngler reply :
On 2/14/2013 at 8:39 PM, 119 said:Good snook tackle there. Did you catch the one on your avatar near Big O? By the locks?
No sir. Caught that one off the jetty in Ft. Pierce.
RyneB reply :
On 2/11/2013 at 7:52 PM, 119 said:Oh my God Mr. Francho....Shimano's and Daiwa's are, are touching........
I'm sure you would'nt pile customers reels
Hes hoping they mate and make a hybrid super reel.
The Rooster reply :
On 2/16/2013 at 9:50 AM, RyneB said:Hes hoping they mate and make a hybrid super reel.
In the middle of all this tackle porn someone was bound to have a reel orgy sooner or later.
*Hootie reply :
On 1/14/2013 at 1:49 AM, 119 said:Yes my hate for all things Shimano has gone that far....
Sad, so sad......lol
Hootie
thatlewsguy_810 reply :
Just got this setup today, Lews BB1 Speed Spool 6:4:1 gear ratio, on a 7'0 Abu Garcia Vendetta, love lews! have many more but since I just got this one figured id post it.
thatlewsguy_810 reply :
On 2/18/2013 at 12:06 PM, thatlewsguy_810 said:Just got this setup today, Lews BB1 Speed Spool 6:4:1 gear ratio, on a 7'0 Abu Garcia Vendetta, love lews! have many more but since I just got this one figured id post it.
Hey, sorry computer wont let me upload, something about the file being to big.
jhoffman reply :
On 2/18/2013 at 12:42 PM, thatlewsguy_810 said:Hey, sorry computer wont let me upload, something about the file being to big.
forum uploads have a 750mb limit. upload to photobucket and copy the img tag line and paste it here
thatlewsguy_810 reply :
On 2/20/2013 at 11:57 PM, jhoffman said:forum uploads have a 750mb limit. upload to photobucket and copy the img tag line and paste it here
Ill try that
thatlewsguy_810 reply :
Here it is...
thatlewsguy_810 reply :
On 2/21/2013 at 8:21 AM, thatlewsguy_810 said:Here it is...
And another one that wasn't the one I wanted...
OkeechobeeAngler reply :
Nice rig.
Gone_Phishin reply :
Here's a few random shots from an afternoon last year:
Left to Right: St Croix LEC68MXF/Curado 51E; G Loomis NRX 802C/PX 68L; Shimano Cumulus 7'1"MH/Core 51; Kistler LTA 7'M/Shimano Conquest 101; Loomis BCR852C/TD-Z 103ML
thehooligan reply :
Loving my new combo, 6'3 medium cumara reaction rod, curado 51e with hawgtech handle. Putting some braid on right now. Cant wait till next week when my core 51 comes in, ill have pics with it on a 6'5 cumulus
Maico1 reply :
On 2/21/2013 at 1:21 PM, Gone_Phishin said:Here's a few random shots from an afternoon last year:
Left to Right: St Croix LEC68MXF/Curado 51E; G Loomis NRX 802C/PX 68L; Shimano Cumulus 7'1"MH/Core 51; Kistler LTA 7'M/Shimano Conquest 101; Loomis BCR852C/TD-Z 103ML
Nice rigs........Like that 802C.
Maico1 reply :
On 2/21/2013 at 10:07 PM, thehooligan said:Loving my new combo, 6'3 medium cumara reaction rod, curado 51e with hawgtech handle. Putting some braid on right now. Cant wait till next week when my core 51 comes in, ill have pics with it on a 6'5 cumulus
Sweet....Would be interested in your opinion of the Core.
thehooligan reply :
On 2/22/2013 at 2:08 AM, Maico1 said:Sweet....Would be interested in your opinion of the Core.
Well ive only handled a core twice. Ive had a curado before so i knew what i was expecting picking up this 51e. If the core performs better than this reel, and is almost 1.5oz's lighter i think im going to love it, lol.
I spooled this up with 8lb mono then switched to 20lb super slick braid and my casting distance dropped immensely. I think im putting mono back on...
Gone_Phishin reply :
On 2/22/2013 at 2:04 AM, Maico1 said:Nice rigs........Like that 802C.
Thanks.
It is a sweet stick. I usually have either a grub or shakey head tied on.
duck duck goose reply :
gone phishin, how do you like that kistler helium i just got the same one for this year for cranking
Gone_Phishin reply :
On 2/24/2013 at 8:18 AM, duck duck goose said:gone phishin, how do you like that kistler helium i just got the same one for this year for cranking
I generally use it for shallow-med balsa and plastic baits. It does a fine job of handling these lures, as it is a pretty soft fishing rod. It does have some backbone, so it's not a buggy whip, though it wouldn't be the first stick I grabbed if fishing around cover...it's much more suited for open water.
I am eventually going to replace this stick, the only reason being I prefer full grips for cranking.
I hope this helps.
duck duck goose reply :
nice sounds good i think im really going to like it
J Francho reply :
These aren't mine, but they're all sparkly clean.....and FAST.
thehooligan reply :
The shimano bait monkey bit me hard this month, a 6'5 medium cumulus, a 6'3 medium cumara, core 51e, chronarch 51e and curado 51 e...
Core is going on the cumulus, now i gotta figure chronarch or curado on the cumara...
Quitlimpin reply :
I love this freakin' thread!
Big Bassman reply :
Very nice hooligan! Congrats!
BenB54 reply :
These are most of my casting setups. I've never had any problems with my e21's, I have them setup with calais', curados, and chronarchs.
Goose52 reply :
On 3/1/2013 at 5:46 AM, BenB54 said:These are most of my casting setups. I've never had any problems with my e21's, I have them setup with calais', curados, and chronarchs.
Great gear! For some reason though, I just had the urge to put on a pair of shades...........................
mod479 reply :
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Ready to throw some jerkbaits...now if only the ice would melt.
Core51mg7
Dobyns 704CB
Boca OS bearings
Hawgtech CF handle
Maico1 reply :
On 2/28/2013 at 3:32 AM, thehooligan said:The shimano bait monkey bit me hard this month, a 6'5 medium cumulus, a 6'3 medium cumara, core 51e, chronarch 51e and curado 51 e...
Core is going on the cumulus, now i gotta figure chronarch or curado on the cumara...
Still no Conquest 50........What was the reason again.......Ha Ha ....Is that a Simpson helmet box ....Very sweet.
Maico1 reply :
On 3/2/2013 at 10:27 PM, mod479 said:
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Ready to throw some jerkbaits...now if only the ice would melt.
Core51mg7
Dobyns 704CB
Boca OS bearings
Hawgtech CF handle
Reeel Sweeet.....
kickerfish1 reply :
On 3/2/2013 at 10:36 PM, Maico1 said:Reeel Sweeet.....
Great looking outfit! Should be a stellar jerkbaiting rig.
kickerfish1 reply :
On 2/28/2013 at 3:32 AM, thehooligan said:The shimano bait monkey bit me hard this month, a 6'5 medium cumulus, a 6'3 medium cumara, core 51e, chronarch 51e and curado 51 e...
Core is going on the cumulus, now i gotta figure chronarch or curado on the cumara...
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Very nice light lining casting set ups! I have the curado 50e and core 50. I also own variations of the cumand cumulus. Very good performance with these products. When you get warmer conditions mess around with those 50 size reels with one brake and the spool tension knob set just tight enough to eliminate spool wobble. Under this setting with a trained thumb you can get some serious distance.
Enjoy the new acquisitions!
jhoffman reply :
Burgandy box on the floor is my electronics wiring box.
These are all my rods minus two and not including fly fishing gear. My jig/lure/fly tying bench and all of my boxes green lid box is full and the 3700s are sitting on another full one. All bass gear are some form of daiwa reels, mixed bag of rods except for one pro qualifier I got as a christmas gift.
Theres a few things in the boat too but not much.
thehooligan reply :
On 3/3/2013 at 3:34 AM, kickerfish1 said:Very nice light lining casting set ups! I have the curado 50e and core 50. I also own variations of the cumand cumulus. Very good performance with these products. When you get warmer conditions mess around with those 50 size reels with one brake and the spool tension knob set just tight enough to eliminate spool wobble. Under this setting with a trained thumb you can get some serious distance.
Enjoy the new acquisitions!
Thanks kicker. I put the orange bocas in the curado last night and had it out today. I was testing two brakes with the tension pretty loose, then one brake with the tension tighter. I gotta find the sweet spot...
thehooligan reply :
On 3/2/2013 at 10:34 PM, Maico1 said:Still no Conquest 50........What was the reason again.......Ha Ha ....Is that a Simpson helmet box ....Very sweet.
Conquest is not on my agenda, too much money, lol. That's my cycle helmet box BTW....
bassinbrian reply :
This is my arsenal except 2 reels. Still debating on those 2, I had 3 cores I sold to help fund the next 2 Thanks Frog turds!
Fishwhittler reply :
On 3/3/2013 at 9:10 AM, bassinbrian said:This is my arsenal except 2 reels. Still debating on those 2, I had 3 cores I sold to help fund the next 2
"Wow" is the first thing I thought on seeing your collection. The two I like the most are the two reels on the far left—whatever else can be said about the JDM Revo's, they certainly look a heck of a lot better than the USDM versions.
BTW, I also love how you have everything on the correct side. 
bassinbrian reply :
On 3/3/2013 at 10:16 AM, Fishwhittler said:"Wow" is the first thing I thought on seeing your collection. The two I like the most are the two reels on the far left—whatever else can be said about the JDM Revo's, they certainly look a heck of a lot better than the USDM versions.
BTW, I also love how you have everything on the correct side.
Thanks Its a good starter kit. Yay for left handed reels. Only wish all reels would have that option!
Not_Here reply :
thats it brian? you really gotta quit shoppin at walmart & step your game up a notch 
bassinbrian reply :
On 3/4/2013 at 3:58 AM, Frog Turds said:thats it brian? you really gotta quit shoppin at walmart & step your game up a notch
Don't tell everyone my secret shopping reel buying tips!
rayrock99 reply :
Just acouple of my jdm reels.
bassinbrian reply :
On 3/6/2013 at 8:28 AM, rayrock99 said:Just acouple of my jdm reels.
Beautiful collection!!! That's the tackle porn I love to see!
Maico1 reply :
Ray, That Hog is looking sweet......
kickerfish1 reply :
Some absolute stellar reels ray! Very cool and diverse group as well. The AOI is off the charts rare!
Dare I ask if there are more JDM reels?
Care to share the other part of the equation ....there rods?
rayrock99 reply :
Here are all my jdm reels together.
kickerfish1 reply :
Simply amazing Ray! Thanks for sharing!
J Francho reply :
Ray's stuff always makes me drool.
Ray, you should tell the story about your magic trick, where your gear disappeared and reappeared a few days later. That story is a good as the gear!
Maico1 reply :
On 3/7/2013 at 1:26 AM, J Francho said:Ray's stuff always makes me drool.
Ray, you should tell the story about your magic trick, where your gear disappeared and reappeared a few days later. That story is a good as the gear!
I will second this........
Hanover_Yakker reply :
Here's a few of my toys.....thanks HawgTech!!!
thehooligan reply :
My new combo, loving this 6'9 smallmouth rod with the 51e. Only problem is the handle is way to short. Gonna have to get used to it...
kickerfish1 reply :
You are correct that is a very short handle for a casting rod. I haven't handled any of the elite tech casting rods, but the spinning rods are very comfortable to me. I like the looks of the rig paired together. Drop us a line on how it fishes from a performance/comfort standpoint.
thehooligan reply :
Not sure if ill be keeping the rod, im really confused why they made the handle so short. Its even shorter then my 6'3 smallmouth spinning rod handle...
J Francho reply :
On 3/8/2013 at 11:08 PM, thehooligan said:Not sure if ill be keeping the rod, im really confused why they made the handle so short. Its even shorter then my 6'3 smallmouth spinning rod handle...
Short handled rods make nice jerkbait rods.
thehooligan reply :
On 3/8/2013 at 11:41 PM, J Francho said:Short handled rods make nice jerkbait rods.
I understand that, i love the shorter handles on my other smallmouth rod and one cumara, but this is exceptionally short. Makes the rod feel way too tip heavy. Oh well...
DINK WHISPERER reply :
Just got this combo Mon and love it so far! Dobyns 704C Savvy with a G3 Revo SX HS. Trying different lines but i think 40-50lb braid shall win again.....
38 Super Fan reply :
Just a couple pics I took for another thread recently.
I'll try and add some full collection pics when I get a chance.
piscicidal reply :
Looking good, Chuck!
On 3/7/2013 at 6:06 AM, Hanover_Yakker said:Here's a few of my toys.....thanks HawgTech!!!
BradGuenette reply :
5 new extremes 743 744 745 795
Mike__D reply :
Hey Brad
Congrats on your new extremes!!! But did you order 4 or 5 rods? LOL
Mike D
kickerfish1 reply :
On 3/14/2013 at 9:30 AM, DirtNasty said:5 new extremes 743 744 745 795
Very nice! My personal favorite rod for bottom contact baits, balance, and the pure sexyness factor!
BradGuenette reply :
On 3/14/2013 at 9:41 AM, Mike__D said:Hey Brad
Congrats on your new extremes!!! But did you order 4 or 5 rods? LOL
Mike D
Whoops! Hahahahaha 4 rods!
Bankbeater reply :
The red bag is the one I take on the boat with me. It holds all plastics, jigs, and tackle. Black bag in the front has all of my cranks in it. The box under the red bag and the tan box on the left hold all the extra cranks, and spare parts. My rod holder is a modified saw horse.
bmlum415 reply :
hey could you please tell me what kind that black and blue daiwa reel is and where to buy jdm reelsOn 3/6/2013 at 9:36 PM, rayrock99 said:Here are all my jdm reels together.
rayrock99 reply :
On 3/16/2013 at 10:02 AM, bmlum415 said:hey could you please tell me what kind that black and blue daiwa reel is and where to buy jdm reels
That's a Daiwa A.O.I. reel, they were only 300 made so it's almost impossible to find.
Bass Junkie reply :
As will I....On 3/7/2013 at 4:29 AM, Maico1 said:I will second this........
J Francho reply :
Got 99 problems, but fishing string ain't one....
bmlum415 reply :
Where could I purchase Jdm reels
iabass8 reply :
Google japan tackle or jdm shimano/diawa. Theres tons of places.
J Francho reply :
On 3/19/2013 at 11:49 AM, bmlum415 said:Where could I purchase Jdm reels
http://www.japantackle.com/ is pretty trustworthy, though expensive.
slonezp reply :
On 3/18/2013 at 10:12 PM, J Francho said:Got 99 problems, but fishing string ain't one....
You need all that line for 4 reels?
MarkH024 reply :
On 3/20/2013 at 8:13 AM, slonezp said:You need all that line for 4 reels?
5. you missed the Chronarch hidden in the upper right. It's like "where's waldo?".
BiteMe73 reply :
Man I just read this entire thread. There are some nice rod/reel combos. I thought I would show yall what I'm working with in my paltry collection. Sorry for the crappy photos. Apparently my camera didn't feel taking quality pics.
From top:
- Abu Garcia Revo SX (3rd Gen) on a 7ft MH cheap Quantum Bill Dance "special" (frog rod)
- Abu Garcia SXT on a 7Ft MH Abu Garcia Veritas (spinnerbait/swim jig)
- Shimano Citica on a 7ft Med Abu Garcia Vendetta (crankbait)
- Shimano Caenan on a 7ft 3in Abu Garcia Vendetta (jig)
- Shimano Cardiff on a Hev 7ft 6in All Star (something) (swimbait)
- Pfluger President on a 6ft 6in Med Shimano Volteus (sinko)
Tomorrow I'm ordering another rod to replace the generic Quantum for my frog rod. Looking at a Daiwa. I have a couple more rods but I didn't feel like bringing them all out.
BiteMe73 reply :
Here is my newest set up for throwing Kermit. 3rd gen Revo SX on a H/F Airrus Co-Matrix 2.0 Radialmatrix with Tuff-Line Supercast. I thought my Veritas was light but this thing is really light. Oh and this will be my first mirco-guide rod so we'll see how it does.
PeteRockNC reply :
On 12/4/2009 at 6:14 AM, Bantam1 said:I would but its not fair because I work for Shimano. It would just be a picture of the inside of my 3 car garage. I have way too much stuff. And no I'm not going to give any of it away ;D
Hey Im relatively new to fishing but would you be willing to sell any of your used gear? Im looking for a symetre or stradic, I have a sahara 2500 and its a great reel almost like the feel of it better than my quantum smoke
BradGuenette reply :
Rounded out my arsenal today for the 2013 season with two new Cumaras and two fj's. I'm done for now.. I think :
Dobyns Extreme 743
Dobyns Extreme 744
Dobyns Extreme 745
Dobyns Extreme 795
G-Loomis TWFR854C
Dobyns Champion 734
Dobyns Champion 705CB Glass
7'2" Cumara MLF
7'2" Cumara A MXF
6'8" Cumara A MHF
BobbyH reply :
Here are the pictures of my main Baitcasting and Spinning Rods along with a list...though oddly listed from right to left...
St. Croix Mojo Bass MBC76MHMF 7'6" Medium Heavy - Mod. Fast Shimano Chronarch 200E7
BPS Carbonlite CL70MHTF 7'0" Medium Heavy - Fast BPS JM Carbon Black 6.4:1
St. Croix Mojo Bass MBC70MHF 7'0" Medium Heavy - Fast Shimano Chronarch 200E6
St. Croix Mojo Bass MBC70MHM 7'0" Medium Heavy - Moderate Shimano Chronarch 200E5
St. Croix Mojo Bass MBC70MF 7'0" Medium - Fast Shimano Chronarch 50E
St. Croix Mojo Glass MBGC610MM 6'10" Medium - Moderate Shimano Chronarch 50E
St. Croix Mojo Bass MBC68MXF 6'8" Medium - Xtra Fast Shimano Chronarch 50E
Shakespeare Ugly Stik Catfish 7'0" Medium Heavy Shimano Saros 3000F
Shakespeare Ugly Stik BWS-1100 6'6" Medium Shimano Saros 2500F
BPS Carbonlite CL70MHSF 7'0" Medium Heavy - Fast Shimano Stradic 3000FJ
BPS Carbonlite CL69MLSF 6'9" Medium Light - Fast Shimano Stradic 2500FJ
BPS Carbonlite CL68MSXF 6'8" Medium - Xtra Fast Shimano Stradic 2500FJ
BPS Carbonlite CL66MSF 6'6" Medium - Fast Shimano Saros 2500FA
BPS Carbonlite CL60LS 6'0" Light - Fast Shimano Saros 1000FA
lmbfisherman reply :
On 3/27/2013 at 8:40 AM, BobbyH said:Here are the picture of my main Baitcasting and Spinning Rods along with a list...
St. Croix Mojo Bass MBC76MHMF 7'6" Medium Heavy - Mod. Fast Shimano Chronarch 200E7
BPS Carbonlite CL70MHTF 7'0" Medium Heavy - Fast BPS JM Carbon Black 6.4:1
St. Croix Mojo Bass MBC70MHF 7'0" Medium Heavy - Fast Shimano Chronarch 200E6
St. Croix Mojo Bass MBC70MHM 7'0" Medium Heavy - Moderate Shimano Chronarch 200E5
St. Croix Mojo Bass MBC70MF 7'0" Medium - Fast Shimano Chronarch 50E
St. Croix Mojo Glass MBGC610MM 6'10" Medium - Moderate Shimano Chronarch 50E
St. Croix Mojo Bass MBC68MXF 6'8" Medium - Xtra Fast Shimano Chronarch 50E
Shakespeare Ugly Stik Catfish 7'0" Medium Heavy Shimano Saros 3000F
Shakespeare Ugly Stik BWS-1100 6'6" Medium Shimano Saros 2500F
BPS Carbonlite CL70MHSF 7'0" Medium Heavy - Fast Shimano Stradic 3000FJ
BPS Carbonlite CL69MLSF 6'9" Medium Light - Fast Shimano Stradic 2500FJ
BPS Carbonlite CL68MSXF 6'8" Medium - Xtra Fast Shimano Stradic 2500FJ
BPS Carbonlite CL66MSF 6'6" Medium - Fast Shimano Saros 2500FA
BPS Carbonlite CL60LS 6'0" Light - Fast Shimano Saros 1000FA
Nice setups, and awesome consistency.
thehooligan reply :
Loving your shimano lineup !! ^
Had the cumulus/core/megabass pop-x out today, its so crisp...
kickerfish1 reply :
Thehooligan... very sharp setup! Isn't it a bit early to reach for the pop max!!!
I have the core 50mg paired up with 6'10 mh cumulus rod with 10# tatsu. To say this outfit impresses me would be an understatement. Casting distance and accuracy is phenomenal, the outfit is just smooth and comfortable, and everything that is happening with my bait is telegraphed so well, it leaves nothing in question.
Congrats on an outstanding combo!
thehooligan reply :
I just picked that lure up as well with a dog-x and wanted to try them both out. And they fish amazing.
Im also still looking for that 6'10 cumulus, hope to get one soon...
JeziHogg reply :
My 2 Cranking rods
Top is a St Croix Legend Xtreme 7'2MM with a Gen 3 Revo Winch loaded with 15lb Invisx (Used for shallow divers, squarebills and Jerkbaits in a pinch)
Bottom is a St Croix Legend Tournament Big Cranker 7'8MHM with a Gen 3 Revo Winch usually loaded with 10lb Invisx (Used for Medium to Deep Diving crankbaits)
Texas bassman reply :
My stuff for now
Texas bassman reply :
My stuff for now
PeteRockNC reply :
CWilliams reply :
now it just needs to warm up and stop raining.
kickerfish1 reply :
Digging the cumulus and cumara rods... very nice!
thehooligan reply :
Man, that's a lot of cumulus rods, sweet....
Gone_Phishin reply :
On 4/14/2013 at 4:10 AM, thehooligan said:Man, that's a lot of cumulus rods, sweet....
I was thinking the same thing...awesome. Those sticks surely don't get enough love. I am really hoping Shimano surprises us this summer with their replacements.
rcr1959 reply :
My equpment (sorry no pics)
2 Daiwa Tierras matched to Sellus 7'2" MH rods
1 Daiwa Ballistic matched to Falcon Bucoo 7' MH
1 1987 Daiwa SP33 7:1-Wohali 6'6" H
JellyMan reply :
Everything looks pretty much like this. The 4 setups may be light compared to a lot of you, but I like it this way. It's straight forward, minimal, and saves me money. I never get into a situation where I wished I had another setup. Florida fishing is also pretty standard with baits, technique, and depth.
Revo STX / Mojo Bass 7' MH/F / Power Pro 50lb Braid (Pitching, Punching, Weighted Plastics)
Revo STX / Mojo Bass 7' M/F / P-Line Floroclear 12 lb (Weightless Plastics)
Revo S / Mojo Bass 7' MH/F / P-Line Floroclear 12 lb (Spinnerbaits, Crankbaits)
Revo S / Mojo Bass 6'8 MH/XF P-Line Floroclear 12 lb (Top Water)
Revo S Spinning / Mojo Bass 7' M/F (Shore Fishing, Pond Fishing)
OntarioBassAnlger reply :
5x- Abu Garcia Vengeance/Cardinal 352i
2x- Abu Garcia Vengeance/Black Max
Bps Bionic Plus Bait Cast Combo
Bps Bionic Plus Spinning Combo
lmbfisherman reply :
Here is my arsenal for 2013.
In picture 1 from left to right.
Cumara 6'9" MH/XF - Curadeo 50E
GLX 853C - Chronarch 50E
GLX 854C - Curado G7
GLX 894C - Curado E7
Crucial 7'2" MH/F - Curado G7
Aetos 7'6" H/F - CU200
Picture 2 from Left to Right
Crucial Spinning - 6'8 ML/XF Stradic FJ 1000
Daiwa T Rod 7' MH/XF - Quantum Energy PT
Compre 7' M/XF - Citica G7
BPS Pro Qualifier Tournament Rod 7' M/F - BPS Prolite Special
Picture 3 from Left to Right - (My Arsenal from 2012)
Avid Spinning 6'6" MH/F - Cardinal Agenda
Avid 6'6" MH/F - Daiwa Lexa 100 High Speed 7.1.1
Avid 6'6" M/F - Daiwa Lexa 100 6 to 1
Clarus 6'6" M/M - BPS Extreme 5 to 1
Compre 7'2" H/F - Citica G6
Veritas 7'3" MH/F - BPS PQ Tournament
Airrus Spinning Ultra XL 6'7" MH/F - Cardinal 302
Not pictured is my Loomis custom flipping stick (telescopic 7'6") paired with a BPS-PQ and Triumph 7' M/F paired with a Citica G7. This year I decided to invest in more quality rods. I do have other rods that aren't paired, I'm trying to sell. In all it would be a count of 31, couple would serve as backup (Compre 6'10" MH/XF, BPS Extreme 7' MH/F and V Rod 7' M/F in process of using warranty due to reel seat issue, so I maybe getting a Crucial in the same power action in the coming weeks).
kickerfish1 reply :
Really digging picture #1. Good stuff!
thehooligan reply :
Got rid of a really nice shimano to get this jdm aurora.... but, it a pretty sweet reel....
kickerfish1 reply :
Nice grab! Looks like someone has been bitten by the jdm bug. Dare I ask what reel you got rid of to make room for the new addition?
bassinbrian reply :
On 4/23/2013 at 4:24 AM, thehooligan said:Got rid of a really nice shimano to get this jdm aurora.... but, it a pretty sweet reel....
Trust me you'll like it
thehooligan reply :
On 4/24/2013 at 8:41 AM, bassinbrian said:Trust me you'll like it
thanks brian, i had it out for a bit, its pretty sweet.
On 4/23/2013 at 9:59 AM, kickerfish1 said:Nice grab! Looks like someone has been bitten by the jdm bug. Dare I ask what reel you got rid of to make room for the new addition?
thanks, got rid of a practically brand new chronarch 51. Ive been all over the place with baitcasters and found out i really like the daiwas the best. I picked up the 103 type f two weeks ago, yesterday i got a px type r, and today i got a good deal on a tdz 103ml. I decided to to keep my curado 51, i just love this reel and my core 51 is gonna go to cover some of these new additions, lol.
kickerfish1 reply :
Good stuff. You will like the TDZ, the predecessor to the Steeze. I have 100m and it is stellar reel.
Your arsenal has been going bananas lately. Congrats on the cool gear! Should be an enjoyable year on the water even if the bite is tough.
thehooligan reply :
Thanks kicker, I think in all my hobbies I go on a buying spree until I figure what I like best... Right now I've got it down to shimano rods, shimano spinning reels, and daiwa baitcasters.
When the money recoups it might be nrx time
jhoffman reply :
px r... this guy is jellous
thehooligan reply :
On 4/25/2013 at 5:29 AM, jhoffman said:px r... this guy is jellous
Speaking of that reel, i had it out for the first time today and it was a pleasure to fish with. I also had my core 51 out as well comparing them and i couldnt find which one i liked better, both amazing reels...
On the downside, the tdz 103 i picked up was a let down. I open the box and the handle cover is missing, then i look at the spool and theres a hairline crack in it. Not sure if im going to be fixing this one up or hoping i can send it back for a refund....
averagebass123 reply :
I recommend the blue h20 rods from academy. only $50, but they are really nice.
thehooligan reply :
Traded a chronarch 51e for a jdm revo aurora, sold that on ebay and picked up a chronarch 51mg. Boca orange seals and a hawgtech handle, couldnt be happier, this is an amazing reel, and maybe my favorite.....
Jolly Green reply :
Hiawatha 4'6" steel rod w/ Bronson Mercury 2550; $8 plus a lot of TLC to get it functional. This is the baitcaster I've been learning on for the past month, figuring if my thumb can learn to control this thing, modern gear should be a snap. Light? Nope. Sensitive? Ha! But after a few weeks of learning the hard way I can get a 3/8 oz. casting plug out 30 yards with nary a stray loop running over (about 80% of the time). I upgraded my spinning gear over the winter but on this crappy, rainy opening day in Wisconsin I have to say that it's this rig that's twice my age that I can't wait to try out. Bet none of these bass around here have ever seen a South Bend Midge-Oreno, either.
Tight lines!
OntarioBassAnlger reply :
Just got these in the mail!
Abu Garcia Black Max x2
Abu Garcia Vendetta x2
-7,6 Heavy
7,3 Medium Heavy
averagebass123 reply :
Dont take this seriously!
J Francho reply :
I like the swept handle!
thehooligan reply :
That's a sweet setup for your first baitcaster man.
Quitlimpin reply :
Because the wife doesn't care....
Alphas Ito
T3 1016
thehooligan reply :
Man, that's a sweet pair of daiwas
Quitlimpin reply :
Thanks, buddy. I had these reels out for some tinkering last night and figured I'd snap a couple pics.
Greeneye8181 reply :
http://s1285.photobucket.com/user/Greeneye8181/media/DSC03395_zps129908a5.jpg.html
First time poster on this forum. Thought I would share my stuff.
Greeneye8181 reply :
As you can see I have no clue how to post a picture...
OkeechobeeAngler reply :
Here ya go greeneye
Greeneye8181 reply :
Thanks!
From left to right.
Daiwa T3- GLoomis GLX (this is the medium-fast crankbait rod I find to be good for pitching plastics)
Shimano Calcutta 50XT- GLoomis GL2 crankbait
Shimano Metanium MG7- GLoomis IMX medium-heavy fast
Shimano Scorpion 1000MG- Shimano Crucial crankbait
Shimano Chronarch 200E6- St.Croix Legend Tournament medium-fast
Abu Garcia Revo MGX- Kistler KLX finesse
J Francho reply :
QuoteShimano Chronarch 200E6- St.Croix Legend Tournament medium-fast
That's funny, I just swapped out a JDM Zillion for a Chronarch e7 on my Teaser. What a versatile rod.
Greeneye8181 reply :
Yeah. I really like GLoomis but St.Croix is the first high end company I started buying. I have a soft spot for St.Croix. Used to have an Avid and Xtreme. Regret selling them. I'm sure I'll pick up some more sooner than later.
Packard reply :
New Shimano Complex (JDM Sustain) on a Powell Max 732
J Francho reply :
Nice combo!
thehooligan reply :
Trying some eva knobs on my shimanos....
bmlum415 reply :
Where did you get those?
thehooligan reply :
On 5/16/2013 at 2:48 PM, bmlum415 said:Where did you get those?
Got em used off another fishing forum, there off a shimano caenan reel. Took the bearings out of the stock core knobs, then stole the bearings out of my hawgtech knobs for the curado.
bmlum415 reply :
That actually looks pretty sweet, I'm considering that now
Tim S. reply :
Here's my set-ups for this year:
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First pic, top to bottom:
-My black sheep, a Gen 3 Revo Winch with 6.4:1 gears added; paired with a (new)custom RX-7 ISB842 pushed out to 7'6", with Fuji K-frame Alconites(double-foot) transitioning to Alconite HD micros
-Fuego with JDM Zillion 4 bearing handle and Zillion swept star w/Boca ABEC 5's and carbontex drag; paired with my last remaining factory rod, a Clark Wendlandt Falcon Cara T7 Finesse Jig rod, 6'10"
-Steez 100HA (all-stock); paired with a custom RX-7 IP845 pushed out to 7'3", TiSiC concept guides
-Capricorn 2000A; paired with a (new)custom RX-7 IP843 7' w/ TiSiC concept guides, reel seat trimmed and shaped to remove exposed threads(very comfortable to fish)
-Alphas Type F w/ I'ze swept aluminum handle, AIRD 100R Swept star & cast control cap, carbontex and ABEC 9's; paired with a custom Lamiglas XMG50 LC862 blank, 7'2", carbon fiber handle and Alconite concept double-foot guides transitioning to HD Alconite micros
-Steez 100HA with I'ze Factory 90mm carbon fiber handle and natural corks(all-stock internally); paired with a custom RX-7 IMB 844 pushed out to 7'3"(yes, even with the extension, it has a split grip!) w/ concept TiSiC guides
-Alphas Finesse Custom with Megabass Zonda spool, PX68 drag star & cast control cap and PX-R line guide, also has R-Edition carbon fiber handle w/ red RCS knobs and ABEC 9's; paired with a (new)custom RX-7 IMB843 pushed out to 7'3" w/ K-frame Alconites transitioning to HD Alconite micros
-Alphas R-Edition, I'ze Factory 90mm swept carbon fiber handle w/ natural corks; paired with a (new) custom RX-7 IP904, 7'6" with Alconite K-frame double-foot guides transitioning to HD Alconite micros.
-Missing from the picture are 2 reels, a Steez 100HA and a TD-Z BBS, both of which are currently in the hands of e_bassfisher, along with a RX-7 8'H crankbait/swimbait rod and another RX-7 IP845, both of which are currently with my rodbuilder. Also have 3 or 4 other reels that I just can't locate at the present time and a 2-piece 6'10'' MH Compre casting rod. I am excited to get the 4 new rods out soon, as I haven't even had time to use them yet. Also looking at a nice 2-piece stick from the MajorCraft Over7 line.
kickerfish1 reply :
Nice collection! Would be a blast to fish!
bassinbrian reply :
Another Daiwa fan
thehooligan reply :
Awesome lineup
BradGuenette reply :
Had this waiting for me when I got home tonight. This is my first NRX and won't be my last
Rod is being paired with a Chronarch 50MG.
lmbfisherman reply :
Nice! I'm contemplating on getting that one.
Goose52 reply :
On 5/29/2013 at 9:30 AM, DirtNasty said:Had this waiting for me when I got home tonight. This is my first NRX and won't be my last
Rod is being paired with a Chronarch 50MG.
I got an 893 a while back. I don't normally use MH rods that often but this one is growing on me. It could easily fill just about all my bottom-contact needs - both soft plastic and jigs.
Outstanding rod...
Quitlimpin reply :
Alphas 103 w/ Ocean Mark Studios handle on a Cumara CUC63M. I have a buddy who's a wiz with an airbrush; he painted the knob caps and the nut retainer--they're a perfect match.
Quitlimpin reply :
Silver Mica Pixy with its new ride, an Abu Garcia Fantasista Yabai. This setup is a blast. I can throw an unweighted 3" senko with ease.
thehooligan reply :
Sweet combos man.
kickerfish1 reply :
Nice quit quitlimping! Can you give more info on the Abu rod the pixy is riding on?
Quitlimpin reply :
On 6/5/2013 at 12:39 PM, kickerfish1 said:Nice quit quitlimping! Can you give more info on the Abu rod the pixy is riding on?
The rod is 6'5" and is rated light I believe. It's a pretty nice build with a fast/mod fast taper and ported Eva split grips. I can't really speak much about the sensitivity yet because I haven't had it out save for a couple trips to the pond. I believe the fantasista series is JDM only.
kickerfish1 reply :
I gotcha. At first glance it reminded me of the limited production pixy rod. Looks like a fun finesse rig!
flippin and pitchin reply :
I must be really bored to post this stuff.
flippin and pitchin reply :
Some of the extra stuff.Time for a sale ?
kickerfish1 reply :
Digging the dobyns arsenal. A good line up for sure!
Zach P reply :
Does anyone know where I can find some older gen 3 revos? Ebay?
Quitlimpin reply :
On 6/16/2013 at 9:29 AM, flippin and pitchin said:Some of the extra stuff.Time for a sale ?
Very nice arsenal! If you ever want to unload that Lami XMG, let me know.
rockchalk06 reply :
On 6/17/2013 at 2:55 AM, bassfanatic89 said:Does anyone know where I can find some older gen 3 revos? Ebay?
Older as in the first models of the Gen 3's to come out? The Gen 3's are the lastest models to arrive. Came out September of last year. Or are you talking about Gen 2 models?
flippin and pitchin reply :
On 6/17/2013 at 11:06 AM, Quitlimpin said:Very nice arsenal! If you ever want to unload that Lami XMG, let me know.
It's actually not an XMG50. It's a THSF701 drop shot rod. Tennesee handle. I do have an XMG663S. I had another row of combos not pictured. Sick, I know.
Hooked_On_Bass reply :
The daily drivers:
MBR 843 IMX - Curado 101D
MBR 844 IMX - Curado 51E
BCR 853 GLX - Curado 51E
BCR 854 GLX - Chronarch 51Mg
BCR 855 GLX - Chronarch 51Mg
JWR 894C GLX - TD-Z 103ML
CBR 845 GLX - Calcutta TE 101 GT
BCFR 894 MossyBack - Curado 201 E7
ChicagoEd reply :
On 6/21/2013 at 6:13 AM, Hooked_On_Bass said:The daily drivers:
MBR 843 IMX - Curado 101D
MBR 844 IMX - Curado 51E
BCR 853 GLX - Curado 51E
BCR 854 GLX - Chronarch 51Mg
BCR 855 GLX - Chronarch 51Mg
JWR 894C GLX - TD-Z 103ML
CBR 845 GLX - Calcutta TE 101 GT
BCFR 894 MossyBack - Curado 201 E7
Wow that's a sweet line up.
Hooked_On_Bass reply :
Thanks, ChicagoEd.
OhioBassNewcomer reply :
Some stuff i picked up a few weeks ago. New Revo S reel. Veritas rod. Some crankbaits.
rippin-lips reply :
New to me jdm zillion 7:1:1 thanks to JFRANCHO and new powell endurance 723 to mount it on. Plus a Hawgtech handle to finish it off nicely. New favorite combo,it balances out perfectly.
J Francho reply :
That looks nice and clean with the Hawgtech handle!
rippin-lips reply :
On 7/2/2013 at 3:01 AM, J Francho said:That looks nice and clean with the Hawgtech handle!
Thanks a lot.
Maico1 reply :
FedEx showed up this morning, had to get another.....Once up at the Lake it will get a Bassart Handle to round it off.
Quitlimpin reply :
Sweet reel, Maico! That ones definitely on my bucket list.
thehooligan reply :
Nice reel maico, I just picked up a conquest 51s that should be here tomm, can't wait...
Maico1 reply :
On 7/3/2013 at 7:14 AM, thehooligan said:Nice reel maico, I just picked up a conquest 51s that should be here tomm, can't wait...
Congrats....You are in for a treat.
thehooligan reply :
Im amazed at how smooth this reel is. Came in yesterday, threw some power pro on real fast and ran down to the river to test it out. By far the smoothest reel ive ever used before. Very happy with my purchase, just have to figure out how to use the svs braking, lol.
Also have a carbon fiber zpi handle coming soon, I have zpi knob bearings and extra shimano knobs waiting....
Hooked_On_Bass reply :
Very nice, thehooligan.
Gotta love the Conquest - probably my favourite reel.
Hooked_On_Bass reply :
BTW, did you purchase this new?
thehooligan reply :
On 7/5/2013 at 12:43 AM, Hooked_On_Bass said:BTW, did you purchase this new?
Bought this used off another forum, but it looks brand new. Started off-loading some of my fishing gear to cover some medical bills that came back to haunt me and was able to sell some motocycle parts to cover it.
So i sold my curado 51e, a fenwick elite tech rod, and some lures and had just about enough cash so i pulled the trigger on this one and couldnt be happier. The spool is even more shallower then the one my daiwa pxl-r. I was pretty surprised, calls for 100yards of 6lb line so i think im going to spool it with 10 or 15lb power pro.
kickerfish1 reply :
Simply stunning. Nice conquest!
Hooked_On_Bass reply :
Glad to hear you got everything sorted out.On 7/5/2013 at 1:17 AM, thehooligan said:Bought this used off another forum, but it looks brand new. Started off-loading some of my fishing gear to cover some medical bills that came back to haunt me and was able to sell some motocycle parts to cover it.
So i sold my curado 51e, a fenwick elite tech rod, and some lures and had just about enough cash so i pulled the trigger on this one and couldnt be happier. The spool is even more shallower then the one my daiwa pxl-r. I was pretty surprised, calls for 100yards of 6lb line so i think im going to spool it with 10 or 15lb power pro.
Congrats on the purchase. I've been looking for a NIB Conquest SS for some time.
Gone_Phishin reply :
On 7/3/2013 at 7:14 AM, thehooligan said:Nice reel maico, I just picked up a conquest 51s that should be here tomm, can't wait...
It is amazing what a simple flick of the wrist will do with this reel...small/light baits really take off. Congrats!
Quitlimpin reply :
You guys are killing me with the Conquest talk! Must resist......
Fishwhittler reply :
My three current frontline combos:
Daiwa Aird 7' ML/XF, H2O Xpress Mettle, 10# mono (not sure on brand) - General plastics
Daiwa Ballistic 7'11" M/R, H2O Xpress Mettle, 10# Sufix Elite - Long-range cranking, mostly traps at the moment. This combo's casting performance is ridiculous.
Handmade glass 6'8" M/M, H2O Xpress Menace, 10# Yo-Zuri Hybrid - General cranking
All of these have been super-tuned and had the drags upgraded with carbontex washers. Also have a 7'2" ML/F Ballistic spinning rod on the way, which will be my new finesse plastics rod. The Aird/Mettle combo is pretty good at throwing weightless 4" flukes, but it's definitely limited. This setup is a ball to fish because even a small bass puts up a good fight.
Also have a 7' M/F Abu Garcia Vendetta V1 paired with a C3. I just don't use it much since that reel is too slow for my style of fishing. I hardly ever throw heavy baits that warrant the C3's torque, and I don't fish for anything bigger than 24" catfish and the occasional potshot at snagging a carp. Eventually I'll probably replace the gears with 6:1 gears from a C4, maybe use it for frogs or swimbaits, or big spinnerbaits.
Also got a Pflueger President WLPL baitcaster waiting to be painted and rebuilt, and a Citica E waiting to be torn down, repainted, and fitted with 7:1 gears and a 4-bearing handle. I plan on having it painted to match the rod my Menace is currently residing on, and then it will be my all-around cranking combo. Not sure what's going to happen to my President WLPL yet.
Quitlimpin reply :
That custom rod looks sick! I'm such a fan of that style grip.
Fishwhittler reply :
On 7/8/2013 at 10:03 AM, Quitlimpin said:That custom rod looks sick! I'm such a fan of that style grip.
Thanks! Built that rod myself. Actually it's been rebuilt twice after the initial build, which was four or five years ago, and the last time I stripped down the blank and repainted it. The butt is black and transitions to metallic purple from midway up the blank to the tip. It was never going to win any lightweight contest, so I decided to go for balance instead. It balances exactly on the reel seat locking nut with a reel clamped in place. Weight is 18 ounces for the entire rig, but in hand it feels much lighter than my Mettle/Ballistic combo though that combo is actually two ounces lighter. I'll take balance over light weight any day.
I also love this style of handle. Split grips are fine, but when you get right down to it they really don't do anything a full grip doesn't do. The woven-graphite tubing allowed me to extend this rod's length 4", up from 6'6". It also made possible the balancing—I epoxied three or four 20 gauge shotgun slugs into the hollow handle to balance it out.
That carbon-fiber hydro-dipped Citica E done by Piscicidal would look great on this rod. I've got something similar planned for my Citica, though it may take a while to get it put together.
buzzfrog reply :
What green reel is that
Fishwhittler reply :
On 7/8/2013 at 10:57 AM, buzzfrog said:What green reel is that
A custom-painted H2O Xpress Mettle. It's probably going to need to be redone sometime, because the topcoat I used turned out to be not quite up to the job.
00 mod reply :
Front deck of my boat yesterday....
Core 50mg7/Cumara
Chronarch 200e7/ 854 GLX
Curado 50e/Avid
Metanium XG/ 854 GLX
ChicagoEd reply :
00 MOD those are sweet setups! How do you like the 854 glx?
00 mod reply :
I love it. The reason I have 3 now. I use it mainly for jigs, but I always seem to have a couple of those tied on all the time.......
Jeff
ChicagoEd reply :
What series is that 854? Mbr?
00 mod reply :
Both of those are BCR 854 GLX
bassinbrian reply :
That was to many Shimanos at one time, so I thought I would throw in a little Daiwa.
Steez EX 7.1 / Steez Compile-X
Greeneye8181 reply :
buzzfrog reply :
On 12/9/2009 at 12:17 AM, Bronzefly said:UL Baitcast Combo?
what reel is this, is it one available or a rare reel, Orange is my fav color and that is beautiful, lol I go through this thread at least once a month
Gone_Phishin reply :
On 7/10/2013 at 8:59 AM, buzzfrog said:what reel is this, is it one available or a rare reel, Orange is my fav color and that is beautiful, lol I go through this thread at least once a month
That is the Daiwa Presso: http://www.japantackle.com/Daiwa/Daiwa_Presso_Bait.htm
bassinbrian reply :
It's a prize reel to have, it will be hard to acquire though.
buzzfrog reply :
is that price in yen or am I not seeing the boat that comes with it in the pic, lol no offense that is a dam beauty, Id put it in a shadow box and frame it lol
pbizzle reply :
On 7/10/2013 at 9:25 AM, buzzfrog said:is that price in yen or am I not seeing the boat that comes with it in the pic, lol no offense that is a dam beauty, Id put it in a shadow box and frame it lol
I just googled it, and it's $379.5930 in USD
buzzfrog reply :
Oh ok not that bad
Hooked_On_Bass reply :
Hooked_On_Bass reply :
One more:
Quitlimpin reply :
Holy Ito!
Hooked_On_Bass reply :
I have a bit of a soft spot for them lol.On 7/12/2013 at 1:18 AM, Quitlimpin said:Holy Ito!
thehooligan reply :
Wow, thats an awesome collection 
tomustang reply :
How bout more cheaper stuff
Hooked_On_Bass reply :
On 7/12/2013 at 10:56 AM, thehooligan said:Wow, thats an awesome collection
Thanks, thehooligan.
thehooligan reply :
What im working with right now...
conquest 51s with 6/8 m cumara
core 51 with 6'5 m cumulus
pxl-type r with 6'8 m xf cumara
Patiently waiting for the new chronarch ci4..... 
buzzfrog reply :
some great stuff guys, I slowly add to mine, I don't have a boat yet, so no need to fish the shore and bang the bling, those daiwas above me are sexy
rockchalk06 reply :
On 7/12/2013 at 7:19 PM, buzzfrog said:some great stuff guys, I slowly add to mine, I don't have a boat yet, so no need to fish the shore and bang the bling, those daiwas above me are sexy
Grab some rods socks and Academy H2O reel covers. I have each combo packed in both. I take one out when I change combos and repack it each time. It's a pain and takes time, but if your sporting 400-500 dollar combos, the extra effort pays off. My stuff at 1 year old still looks new.
thehooligan reply :
My spinning setups, cant wait for the new ci4, my 6'3 fenwick smallie rod needs a reel....
stradic 1000 fj with 6'8 mh cumara
ci4 1000 with 6'8 m cumara
sustain 1000 fg with 6'5 m cumulus
buzzfrog reply :
On 7/12/2013 at 7:22 PM, rockchalk06 said:Grab some rods socks and Academy H2O reel covers. I have each combo packed in both. I take one out when I change combos and repack it each time. It's a pain and takes time, but if your sporting 400-500 dollar combos, the extra effort pays off. My stuff at 1 year old still looks new.
yea man I do, lol and they are from academy, lol I take rod covers off at car but put reel cover on in between using one rod over the other, haha, still get paranoid though
kickerfish1 reply :
Some nice gear hooked on bass and the hooligan!
duckmaster55 reply :
martintheduck reply :
On 7/11/2013 at 11:52 PM, Hooked_On_Bass said:
WHAT MODEL REELS ARE THOSE?!>!!?!?! Those look GORGEOUS. I bet they fish like a dream
nycgrip reply :
so for the past few years these were my setups, 5 steez reels, 2 px type r, a t3, and a metanium dc7, on steez rods.
sold off the reels for this new set.
Steez SVF 6' M, T3SV 6.3L, 8# Sunline Super Natural Mono; Topwater, Jerk baits
00 mod reply :
On 7/27/2013 at 9:13 AM, nycgrip said:so for the past few years these were my setups, 5 steez reels, 2 px type r, a t3, and a metanium dc7, on steez rods.
sold off the reels for this new set.
Holy guacamole batman!! Very nice!! Please give us some details!
Jeff
bassinbrian reply :
Very nice Nycgrip! Got to love the T3 variants
Fishwhittler reply :
On 7/27/2013 at 9:13 AM, nycgrip said:
so for the past few years these were my setups, 5 steez reels, 2 px type r, a t3, and a metanium dc7, on steez rods.
sold off the reels for this new set.
Kistler LTX Helium II 7' M, T3AIR 8.9L, 6# Sunline Shooter Invis Floro; Finesse PlasticsSteez Megatop 6'10" ML, T3AIR 8.9L, 6# Sunline Shooter Invis Floro; Neko, Drop shot, ShakeySteez SVF 6' M, T3SV 6.3L, 8# Sunline Super Natural Mono; Topwater, Jerk baits
Steez SVF 7' MH, T3SV 8.1L, 12# Sunline Shooter Invis Floro; Weighted Plastics, SpinnerbaitsSteez Compile-X 7'1" H, T3SV 8.1L, 12# Sunline Shooter Invis Floro; JigsSteez Fle-x-Lite 7' M, T3 7.1L (SV Spool), 12# Sunline Shooter Invis Floro; CrankbaitsSteez Fle-X-Lite 7'2" MH, T3 7.1L (SV Spool), 12# Sunline Shooter Invis Floro; Big/Deep CrankbaitsSteez SVF-XBD 7'4" XH, T3SV 8.1L (1016 Spool), 65# Sunline FX2 Braid; Frogging, Alabama rig
Very nice. Methinks you must have a very secure place to store those rigs, and a bombproof rod locker on your boat. 
Hooked_On_Bass reply :
Sorry martintheduck, I am away right now.
The two in the back are Daiwa TD-ito (TD-Z) and the one in the front is a Daiwa TD-Z I'ZE Custom.
TD-Z's in general are outstanding reels!
Much appreciated.
Hooked_On_Bass reply :
Sorry martintheduck, I am away right now.
The two in the back are Daiwa TD-ito (TD-Z) and the one in the front is a Daiwa TD-Z I'ZE Custom.
TD-Z's in general are outstanding reels!
Much appreciated.
Greeneye8181 reply :
I'm a fan of the T3's! I have two. They are probably my favorite reel at the moment.
How's the T3 Air is my question! Thinking about buying one but before I shell out that kind of money I need to hear they are that much better than the 1016W... please elaborate nycgrip
nycgrip reply :
using it with light line, and lures it works beautifully, but does not perform as well with lures over 10g, or heavier line. use it for the techniques its meant for and you'll love it.
Greeneye8181 reply :
I see....so you prefer the Air over the 1016 when it comes to lightweight stuff? As far as pitching/flipping you would stick with the 1016?
Yeah its an awesome looking reel and I think I'm going to go ahead and buy one. Why did you replace the knobs? The originals look cool.
nycgrip reply :
The 1016 or sv spool will be better for pitching.
I switched to 90mm handles and they didn't look right with the silver axels showing through the knob, so I put my red knobs on cause it looked better, original knobs where fine otherwise.
FYI where the spools of the t3(1016) and t3sv (1000sv) are interchangeable, the t3air spool is not compatable with other reels.
Greeneye8181 reply :
Thanks for the info. The 1000sv is the JDM version correct? How does that one stack up against the 1016?
buzzfrog reply :
nothing like yalls but few of my babies, Custom 7'2 HXF frog rod, smoke 150, chronarch e7 with 7'3 *** for T rigging
6'8 sellus for topwater hardbaits, quatium tour, h20 inshore with revo stx. Not whole collection
MK-9 reply :
Still new to the baitcasting thing and 2 of my old spinners are being used by a few cousins. Was hoping to 'plant the seed' so they get into fishing.
Anyway, I don't have crazy spendy gear or much of it.
Top one is a Lew's Tournament MG (7.1:1) on a St. Croix Rage (6'8" MH) - Brand new. Haven't had it out yet.
2nd one is is an Abu Garcia Revo SX (6.4:1) on a Garcia Veritas (7'0" MH)
Spinning setup is a Abu Garcia Soron on a Garcia Vendetta (7'0" M)
Once I get more comfortable on the baitcasters I'd like to add another. Maybe BPS Pro Qualifier on a Fenwick HMG eventually.
Greeneye8181 reply :
Those Abu rods look nice.
Good rods in this day and age can be had for 100 bucks. A 100 dollar rod today equals a top of the line rod 10 years ago maybe better!
thehooligan reply :
My 1000 ci4+ was on the doorstep when i got home from work today. Pretty sweet reel, feels exactly like my sustain fg, just a 1/2 oz lighter.
Mounted on a 6'5 cumulus. Going to the shore to surf fish for the weekend, wont have a review till sunday night/monday...
kickerfish1 reply :
I am digg'n the new rig "thehooligan"! It looks sharp. With your experience with some of Shimanos nicer spinning reels, I would like to hear your thoughts on how the reel fishes compared to the previous generation CI4.
thehooligan reply :
First thing I noticed is how solid the rapid drag is. Very smooth with the x-ship. Only 5.8oz's. Really feels like a lighter version of my sustain fg...
Maico1 reply :
Sweet looking combo you have got there......
kickerfish1 reply :
On 8/10/2013 at 2:45 AM, thehooligan said:First thing I noticed is how solid the rapid drag is. Very smooth with the x-ship. Only 5.8oz's. Really feels like a lighter version of my sustain fg...
Outstanding! Keep us posted as you log more time with it.
Kanonball92 reply :
Just the two revo I have ... Also have a winch and sx spinner
Kanonball92 reply :
Is there something I'm doing wrong that my pic will not show up ?
Curtis B. reply :
Just got back into fishing after a 2-3 year hiatus. Brought this home from Bass Pro with me yesterday along with some other tackle I had run out of this past week.
Shimano Sahara 3000 FE on a 7' BPS Tourney Special rod. Not as high dollar as some people have but I am excited to try it out hopefully later this week.
Mitch G. reply :
Here's SOME of my stuff....All Quantum reels(PTi Energy,Tour Editions, and Smoke) and St Croix Rods(Avids,Legend Elite,Legend Tournament) and SOME(and I use that term very loosely) tackle....this does not include all the stuff packed away that is still brand new in the packages.....
Paul Peixoto reply :
My stuff
RyneB reply :
On 8/6/2013 at 12:11 PM, MK-9 said:Still new to the baitcasting thing and 2 of my old spinners are being used by a few cousins. Was hoping to 'plant the seed' so they get into fishing.
Anyway, I don't have crazy spendy gear or much of it.
Top one is a Lew's Tournament MG (7.1:1) on a St. Croix Rage (6'8" MH) - Brand new. Haven't had it out yet.
2nd one is is an Abu Garcia Revo SX (6.4:1) on a Garcia Veritas (7'0" MH)
Spinning setup is a Abu Garcia Soron on a Garcia Vendetta (7'0" M)
Once I get more comfortable on the baitcasters I'd like to add another. Maybe BPS Pro Qualifier on a Fenwick HMG eventually.
Have you had the Rage out yet? I absolutely love mine. That Lews looks sweet on the Rage as well
MK-9 reply :
On 8/15/2013 at 9:12 AM, RyneB said:
Have you had the Rage out yet? I absolutely love mine. That Lews looks sweet on the Rage as well
Not yet! It's driving me nuts. I'm itching to get it out. I did get an amazingly sweet deal and got a new in the box BPS Pro Qualifier Tourney for $27 on eVilbay though. Then I was at Gander Mtn today. They had a closeout sale ($20 off) on Fenwick rods. Unfortunately they had no HMX 7'+ med heavies left. Might have to check and see if the one on the other end of town has any. Although I doubt it. Might have to wait til next year to get the BPS on a rod. 
Cgrinder reply :
On 8/15/2013 at 11:24 AM, MK-9 said:Not yet! It's driving me nuts. I'm itching to get it out. I did get an amazingly sweet deal and got a new in the box BPS Pro Qualifier Tourney for $27 on eVilbay though. Then I was at Gander Mtn today. They had a closeout sale ($20 off) on Fenwick rods. Unfortunately they had no HMX 7'+ med heavies left. Might have to check and see if the one on the other end of town has any. Although I doubt it. Might have to wait til next year to get the BPS on a rod.
I *think* Cabelas might still have Fenwick rods on sale, if that's what you are after.
MK-9 reply :
On 8/15/2013 at 11:32 AM, Cgrinder said:I *think* Cabelas might still have Fenwick rods on sale, if that's what you are after.
Luckily the Gander Mtn I was planning on checking is about a block from the Cabela's in Rogers, MN. If one doesn't have them, hopefully the other will. Thanks for the heads up!
Maico1 reply :
Just added the 102 from Hawgtech.........
J Francho reply :
That's nice.
Maico1 reply :
Antares HG w/ Hawgtech Curved 102.......
einscodek reply :
Just got back from a trip with my pal..
Meet my partner..
Tall good-lookin' dude .. gets all the b'ass
We like 'hookin' up with overweight gals who are hard-to-get
Strong too but also has an ultra-sensitive side
He says he's heavy but for his size he's very very light
Got a good handle on himself too..
Phenix M1 Swimbait Heavy
Yea thats a Daiwa spincast on it!
We R Rebels!
thehooligan reply :
Maico, that is sweet
Mitch G. reply :
I love that handle Maico.....who makes it?
Maico1 reply :
On 9/13/2013 at 2:15 AM, Mitch G. said:I love that handle Maico.....who makes it?
Hawgtech...Sponsors here at BR check out the side bar to the right on the main page.
Mitch G. reply :
Thanks for the quick response!!!....will do right now
bmlum415 reply :
that's like me putting my shimano cores on an ugly stickOn 9/13/2013 at 1:13 AM, einscodek said:Just got back from a trip with my pal..
Meet my partner..
Tall good-lookin' dude .. gets all the b'ass
We like 'hookin' up with overweight gals who are hard-to-get
Strong too but also has an ultra-sensitive side
He says he's heavy but for his size he's very very light
Got a good handle on himself too..
Phenix M1 Swimbait Heavy
Yea thats a Daiwa spincast on it!
We R Rebels!
let's see what reel you actually pair with that rod
einscodek reply :
On 9/13/2013 at 3:37 PM, bmlum415 said:that's like me putting my shimano cores on an ugly stick
Rods one of the best swimbait rods I've touched.. reel is best spincast.. works troublefree for me
bmlum415 reply :
That rod is a nice one, one of my friends is on their prp staff and I got to feel it
einscodek reply :
hes lucky to be privy to all those super strong & sensitive sticks..
when Im tractorin my bait, I feel everything
you should get him to toss you a few on the cheap or for free!
bmlum415 reply :
I would but I strictly use dobyns rods
RyneB reply :
On 9/13/2013 at 12:22 AM, Maico1 said:Antares HG w/ Hawgtech Curved 102.......
kingkong85 reply :
Ojurb reply :
Top to Bottom
Abu Garcia Silver Max on a 6'6" All Star Select Medium Heavy - Froggin'
Abu Garcia Revo S on a 7' Field&Stream Tec Spec Medium Extra Fast - T-Rigs and Spinners
Looking for a decent and cheap crankin rod to pair with the Silver Max, but not sure where to start or what to really look for in a crankin rod
cddan reply :
Sexy stuff.One day I will be a Shimano owner. 
Creekcrappie reply :
These are my three workhorses. The spinning rod is what I caught my pb on.
mkfriedrich reply :
Heres my arsenal guys! Enjoy
I have a bps wormbag full of all those senkos:)
thehooligan reply :
Went to chase some trout on sunday, missed one on an inline spinner, ended up with two small bass. Brought out my 6'5 cumulus with ci41000+, and 6'3 fenwick Smallie rod with sustain 1000fg.
Picked up my first dobyns champion extreme yesterday, got the 702, pretty excited to compare this with my 6'10 cumulus. Then i checked TW and noticed they got the chronarch ci4 lefties in, so i had to pick one of those up as well, lol. Got the 151 7:6 gear ratio. I think the chronarch will be perfect for that 702 extreme.
kickerfish1 reply :
Nice looking outfits! That extreme is a nice rod, and should fit nicely with your other quality combos.
thehooligan reply :
On 10/16/2013 at 1:29 AM, kickerfish1 said:Nice looking outfits! That extreme is a nice rod, and should fit nicely with your other quality combos.
Found a new in box curado 51e the day after i bought the extreme so ill pair them together.
Got this chronarch out lastnight and im pretty impressed. First bait i always try on new reels is a 1/4oz excalibur lipless crank. Was getting some serious distance with 12lb mono. 2 brakes on and the dial turned off. Turned it up to 6 and can see it will be great for windy days.
Spooling up 20lb braid now and adding 2 more bearings to the knobs...
kickerfish1 reply :
Sounds good. The 50 series shimano reels are some of my favorite all purpose casting reels. I too have the curado 50 on a champ extreme. In the sunlight the two are a stunning pair. The scorpion 1000xt also looks good on a champ extreme. Thinking of adding a hawgtech swept handle with gold accents on the curado 50. Would really go well with it.
I would love to hear how the new ci4 chronarch compares against a 50 series shimano that you have in terms of distance with the same bait keeping the amount of variables down.
bigbill reply :
On 12/4/2009 at 12:51 AM, Tin said:Nice, but just remember...give KVD a Zebco 202 and he will still kick all our arses. It's what you know and what you can do with it.
KVD maybe good but I let no one intimidate me. When we're fishing the fish has no idea what equipment we have nor who's on the other end. Let's be fair and give me the zebco
202 too I was weened on that reel. I never judge anyone by there equipment too. My point is I seen what some fisherman can do with 150 yards of fishing line wrapped around a soda can when they twirl it with a drop shot and 2oz saltwater sinker. Some of these fisherman as so good they can cast as far as some of the surfcasters do too. At the low cost of a five cent soda can, a spool of line, a hook, a sinker for under $6? And he's fishing in the same spot we are catching the same flounder/Flatfish too. Does he intimidate me? No but I do respect him for his talent with his equipment. He's fishing to feed his family. Bill
No flames, no rant, just some fishing facts for fun.
deaknh03 reply :
On 10/22/2013 at 2:27 AM, bigbill said:KVD maybe good but I let no one intimidate me. When we're fishing the fish has no idea what equipment we have nor who's on the other end. Let's be fair and give me the zebco
202 too I was weened on that reel. I never judge anyone by there equipment too. My point is I seen what some fisherman can do with 150 yards of fishing line wrapped around a soda can when they twirl it with a drop shot and 2oz saltwater sinker. Some of these fisherman as so good they can cast as far as some of the surfcasters do too. At the low cost of a five cent soda can, a spool of line, a hook, a sinker for under $6? And he's fishing in the same spot we are catching the same flounder/Flatfish too. Does he intimidate me? No but I do respect him for his talent with his equipment. He's fishing to feed his family. Bill
No flames, no rant, just some fishing facts for fun.
Who do you fish with, Huck Finn?
DogmanRich reply :
Just a few "catchers"
Trey Harpel reply :
These are the reels that just sit and are Jelous not being in boat..
deaknh03 reply :
On 10/26/2013 at 10:51 PM, Trey Harpel said:These are the reels that just sit and are Jelous not being in boat..
Are you a Daiwa or Shimano guy??? Nice reels!!!
Trey Harpel reply :
All Daiwas...I work on a TON of shimanos, but every reel I own is a JDM daiwa..
kickerfish1 reply :
Nice JDMs Trey! That AOI is a beauty and worth a pretty penny and extremely rare.
If you get a moment I think most of us would like to see the lucky reels that are riding around with you in the boat sitting on all those dobyns rods!
bmlum415 reply :
steezy reply :
On 7/27/2013 at 9:13 AM, nycgrip said:
so for the past few years these were my setups, 5 steez reels, 2 px type r, a t3, and a metanium dc7, on steez rods.
sold off the reels for this new set.
Kistler LTX Helium II 7' M, T3AIR 8.9L, 6# Sunline Shooter Invis Floro; Finesse PlasticsSteez Megatop 6'10" ML, T3AIR 8.9L, 6# Sunline Shooter Invis Floro; Neko, Drop shot, ShakeySteez SVF 6' M, T3SV 6.3L, 8# Sunline Super Natural Mono; Topwater, Jerk baits
Steez SVF 7' MH, T3SV 8.1L, 12# Sunline Shooter Invis Floro; Weighted Plastics, SpinnerbaitsSteez Compile-X 7'1" H, T3SV 8.1L, 12# Sunline Shooter Invis Floro; JigsSteez Fle-x-Lite 7' M, T3 7.1L (SV Spool), 12# Sunline Shooter Invis Floro; CrankbaitsSteez Fle-X-Lite 7'2" MH, T3 7.1L (SV Spool), 12# Sunline Shooter Invis Floro; Big/Deep CrankbaitsSteez SVF-XBD 7'4" XH, T3SV 8.1L (1016 Spool), 65# Sunline FX2 Braid; Frogging, Alabama rig
VERY NICE !
piscicidal reply :
My flipping sticks, shown heavy to light....top to bottom: Savvy 766, Champion 805, Champ Extreme 795. Handle accent colors match the accents on the Dobyn's rods. Useful feature for quickly determining which rod to throw in a given situation.
kickerfish1 reply :
Digging the handles! Nice touch to any reel.
Arv reply :
Don't feel like studying. Figured I'd finally post one of these.
(Right to Left)
Lews Tournament Pro/Powell Endurance 723CEF
Lews Tournament/Phenix M1 7'2 H/XF
Abu Garcia Revo S/Powell Max 683CEF
Abu Garcia Revo STX/Powell Endurance 695CB
Daiwa Tierra 2500/Daiwa Fuego 6'10 M/F
Pflueger Supreme MGX/Shimano Compre (travel rod) 6'6 M/F
Lews Tournament Pro by itself
St. Croix Avid 7' MH/F on the way, in which case I'll probably rearrange my rods/reels
rockchalk06 reply :
Here is my pride and joy. Shimano Core 100MG spooled with 40# PP Slick atop my Dobyns Champion Extreme 745. This makes jig fishing a blast even when the jig bite is off.
kickerfish1 reply :
Nice rock! Stellar outfit no doubt, and one that will last for many years.
rockchalk06 reply :
On 11/10/2013 at 7:19 AM, kickerfish1 said:Nice rock! Stellar outfit no doubt, and one that will last for many years.
Thanks man. I am waiting on funds for my Swim Jig rod which will be the same except for a 734. I finally decided to get some combos that will last the time. My son is now 7 and is getting more and more interested in fishing. It'd be nice to give these to him when he gets of age.
rockchalk06 reply :
My cranking combo. Shimano Chronarch 200E5 spooled with 30# PP Slick atop my Avid MHM Cranking rod.
rockchalk06 reply :
My light jig/shakey head tube rig. Shimano Chronarch 50E spooled with 12# Seaguar Tatsu atop my Dobyns Champion 733. 3/8oz North Star Hair jig and 3/8oz Megastrike Shakey Head w/tube feel like the rod was made for them.
rockchalk06 reply :
My new Jerkbait set up. Shimano Curado 50E spooled up with Sunline Supernatural 12# mono on top of an Avid 6'6" MF. Whole combo comes it at under 10oz. i shopped around on this and got it for around 175 minus shipping.
thehooligan reply :
Sweet combos rockchalk 
rockchalk06 reply :
Thanks!
roadwarrior reply :
Take a look in the Flea Market tomorrow. I will have pics of some of my best stuff for sale.
kickerfish1 reply :
On 11/10/2013 at 9:04 AM, roadwarrior said:Take a look in the Flea Market tomorrow. I will have pics of some of my best stuff for sale.
The suspense is too much! Can't wait to see what is up for grabs.
rockchalk06 reply :
On 11/10/2013 at 9:04 AM, roadwarrior said:Take a look in the Flea Market tomorrow. I will have pics of some of my best stuff for sale.
OOOO My swim jig rod may just have to wait.
On 2nd thought, is everything ok Kent?
aavery2 reply :
I have picked a few reels up recently and have been doing minor upgrades to them, helps combat the cabin fever. The first is a Daiwa Fuego, it has a lot done to it, carbontex drag, abec 7's, added bearing to the levelwind, supertuned internals, Semper Fi CF handle with 4 bearing Megabass Hypercorks, Steeze swept dragstar, Hedgehog studio dress up parts.
This is a Dawia Zillion that I picked up from a friend recently who preferred Lews reels, most of the work on this has been cosmetic to this point, I have a lot more planned for this one.
The last is a JDM Gen 1 REVO IB, it is very similar to a Gen 2 Revo Premier, I have a few cosmetic changes to make to this reel, but really like the way it looks now.
kickerfish1 reply :
Nice trifecta! All look exceptionally nice, but that Fuego is one of the nicest I have seen upgraded.
aavery2 reply :
On 11/11/2013 at 3:27 AM, kickerfish1 said:Nice trifecta! All look exceptionally nice, but that Fuego is one of the nicest I have seen upgraded.
Thanks man, that's a very nice thing to say, I have a couple more dress up parts to add that I think will really set it off. I'll post a pic when I get them from Japan and get them installed.
Fishwhittler reply :
Some spectacular reels there. I'm a HUGE fan of customized reels.
aavery2 reply :
On 11/11/2013 at 5:05 AM, Fishwhittler said:Some spectacular reels there. I'm a HUGE fan of customized reels.
Thank you, I take that as a huge complement.
thehooligan reply :
Nice set of reels.
aavery2 reply :
On 11/11/2013 at 9:16 AM, thehooligan said:Nice set of reels.
Thank you, I have seen some of the reels you have been selling, very nice stuff.
Lewi reply :
I had no idea that there was so much customization for reels and your Fuego looks amazing! Nice work, thanks for sharing. I'll have to look into this as theres nothing like making something your own.
LivewellHero reply :
Aavery2,On 11/11/2013 at 2:41 AM, aavery2 said:I have picked a few reels up recently and have been doing minor upgrades to them, helps combat the cabin fever. The first is a Daiwa Fuego, it has a lot done to it, carbontex drag, abec 7's, added bearing to the levelwind, supertuned internals, Semper Fi CF handle with 4 bearing Megabass Hypercorks, Steeze swept dragstar, Hedgehog studio dress up parts.
This is a Dawia Zillion that I picked up from a friend recently who preferred Lews reels, most of the work on this has been cosmetic to this point, I have a lot more planned for this one.
The last is a JDM Gen 1 REVO IB, it is very similar to a Gen 2 Revo Premier, I have a few cosmetic changes to make to this reel, but really like the way it looks now.
How do you get JDM reels?
aavery2 reply :
You can get JDM reels in several ways, there are forums that have a lot of members that are really in to the JDM and custom reel stuff, PM me and I will get you a website. You can do the ebay route if you know exactly what you are looking for and it is safe as long as you follow the rules. The other way is to order direct from Japan, there are several companies there that have a very good reputation and accept paypal also.
Let me know what your interested in and I will see if I can be more specific.
Check these sites out:
ZPI .com
Avail.com
Japan tackle. com
Hedgehog Studio.com
Semper Fi. com
these may not be the exact url's but you should be able to do a little searching and find what you need.
there are many others but these will get you started.
LivewellHero reply :
The only site that worked/ was JDM tackle was japantackle.comOn 11/12/2013 at 1:46 AM, aavery2 said:You can get JDM reels in several ways, there are forums that have a lot of members that are really in to the JDM and custom reel stuff, PM me and I will get you a website. You can do the ebay route if you know exactly what you are looking for and it is safe as long as you follow the rules. The other way is to order direct from Japan, there are several companies there that have a very good reputation and accept paypal also.
Let me know what your interested in and I will see if I can be more specific.
Check these sites out:
ZPI .com
Avail.com
Japan tackle. com
Hedgehog Studio.com
Semper Fi. com
these may not be the exact url's but you should be able to do a little searching and find what you need.
there are many others but these will get you started.
I'm specifically interested in the JDM revos
Jrob78 reply :
On 11/12/2013 at 5:44 AM, LivewellHero said:The only site that worked/ was JDM tackle was japantackle.com
I'm specifically interested in the JDM revos
Do a google search for those sites listed, they are all JDM parts or tackle sites. Also, check Ichiban and Plat, don't know the full extension but they are Japanese tackle stores that sell to the US. The JDM Revos are selling in the US now. Several US tackle sites have some of the models for sale now with more coming in the future.
aavery2 reply :
On 11/12/2013 at 5:44 AM, LivewellHero said:The only site that worked/ was JDM tackle was japantackle.com
I'm specifically interested in the JDM revos
Semperfi-tackle.com
Hedgehog-studio.co.jp
Samuraitackle.com
Japantackle.com
That should get you going
aavery2 reply :
On 11/11/2013 at 12:48 PM, Lewi said:I had no idea that there was so much customization for reels and your Fuego looks amazing! Nice work, thanks for sharing. I'll have to look into this as theres nothing like making something your own.
Thanks, there is a lot out there in the way of custom parts, the sky and your wallet are the limit.
LivewellHero reply :
Thanks, that' serially helpful. I love that hedgehog studio. What are some other reel customization sites you use?On 11/12/2013 at 6:54 AM, aavery2 said:Semperfi-tackle.com
Hedgehog-studio.co.jp
Samuraitackle.com
Japantackle.com
That should get you going
bootytrain reply :
tomustang reply :
It looks cute with pink & pearl
Fishwhittler reply :
On 11/12/2013 at 3:03 PM, tomustang said:It looks cute with pink & pearl
It does. Your wife's rig?
On 11/12/2013 at 1:14 PM, bootytrain said:
That's still one of my favorite reels I've ever seen.
thehooligan reply :
Sweet curado !
tomustang reply :
On 11/12/2013 at 3:11 PM, Fishwhittler said:It does. Your wife's rig?
Yep, just got the 150HG to put on her favorite rod, hope she likes it.
Tim S. reply :
I have been meaning to get a few pics up of these 3 that I recently acquired. Not finished with them quite yet, but here they are for now. I'll update when I get them all like I really want them. Curious to see what people think of the cosmetic mods on the Tatula, in particular. Here's a description on each of them:
The Fuego has lots of upgrades. It has a Zillion drag star, a 4-bearing JDM Zillion handle with Steez knobs, Carbontex drag, Boca OS7's with shields removed, duralumin worm gear from a TD-Z with the bearing upgrade, silver aluminum pawl cap and TD-Z 100M spool. I have a Zillion R carbon fiber handle and Daiwa original corks to go on it, but just haven't yet found the time. It is mounted on a Falcon Cara 6'10" Finesse Jig rod.
The Tatula has only had cosmetic mods so far. It has a silver aluminum closed nut and a black retainer from a Quantum Kinetic PT and the drag star is from a Zillion 50th Anniv. I had to put an extra spacer washer under it to get it to work, since the drive shaft is just a hair longer than most Daiwa reels. It sits on a Rainshadow custom built on the RX-7 8' heavy crankbait blank, built for 6-8" treble hook swimbaits.
The Alphas R is my personal favorite. It has a 6.8 gearset, high-speed worm gear with bearing upgrade, drag star and cast control cap from a Aird 100R Red Tune, Carbontex drag washers, Boca OS7's with shields removed, gold anodized handle nut and a mirror-polished Steez handle with RCS clear corks. It sits on a 7' H 2-piece Del Sol. It's a JDM stick from TailWalk.
-Tim
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kickerfish1 reply :
Digging the acquisitions Tim! The alphas platform and tdz/fuego/zillion are some of the most rock solid platforms to tune. Toss in the tatula and you have a nice blend of classic and contemporary. I hope the tatula platform will be a reel with numerous tuning options down the road.
Thanks for sharing Tim!
Fishwhittler reply :
On 11/13/2013 at 12:53 AM, tomustang said:Yep, just got the 150HG to put on her favorite rod, hope she likes it.
Don't see any reason why she won't. Heck, I'd fish that rig if I had it (regardless of the funny stares I might get ).
J Francho reply :
Tim S., the silver pawl cap is a nice, understated touch!
thehooligan reply :
Nice combos fellas. What im working with this winter...
Curado 51, ZPI Carbon Fiber Handle, Core Knobs, Bocas OS Bearings With No Seals
Core 51, ZPI Handle, Zpi Knobs, Boca OS Bearings No Seals
My Ci4 1000, Ci4+1000, And Sustain 1000 FG
Hope to pick up an aldebaran bfs soon....
aavery2 reply :
Man, I want to see what the Fuego looks like with the new handle and cork knobs, good looking trio of reels you have there.
bootytrain reply :
kickerfish1 reply :
Outstanding looking core. The handle knobs and red accent retainer take it up a notch!
aavery2 reply :
kickerfish1 reply :
That type r looks fantastic with the red accent parts and hyper knobs!
aavery2 reply :
On 11/24/2013 at 12:26 AM, kickerfish1 said:That type r looks fantastic with the red accent parts and hyper knobs!
Thanks, when I first saw the Tatula and heard they were going to release a Type R, I kinda thought it would look something like this. I have some red screws but they are just a touch too long to use on this reel, gonna have to make an order for another set, they look nice installed.
kickerfish1 reply :
Are you sourcing the tuning parts from Hedgehog - Studios? ... except for the hyper knobs.
aavery2 reply :
On 11/24/2013 at 1:38 AM, kickerfish1 said:Are you sourcing the tuning parts from Hedgehog - Studios? ... except for the hyper knobs.
I get almost all of my stuff from either Hedgehog-Studios or Semperfi-tackle. Both have reasonable prices, fast shipping and are very reliable. The hyper corks came from The Tackle Trap.
DelcoSol reply :
My first Dobyns. Now I just need a reel...
aavery2 reply :
Very nice rod, I am sure you're going to love it.
bmlum415 reply :
You're going to love that rodOn 11/28/2013 at 8:10 AM, DelcoSol said:
My first Dobyns. Now I just need a reel...
thehooligan reply :
My black friday purchases. Gotta give credit to Japan tackle. Ordered wed morning and the reel came this morning, from Taiwan !!
Got the 5:8 mg which will be my new cranking reel. The bfs is the new finesse reel.
Jrob78 reply :
On 11/30/2013 at 9:56 AM, thehooligan said:My black friday purchases. Gotta give credit to Japan tackle. Ordered wed morning and the reel came this morning, from Taiwan !!
Got the 5:8 mg which will be my new cranking reel. The bfs is the new finesse reel.
Awesome!
aavery2 reply :
Send them back, the handles are on the wrong side 
Nice reels!
rockchalk06 reply :
On 11/28/2013 at 9:26 AM, bmlum415 said:You're going to love that rod
I bet he will. Now he just needs a Core to go with it.
kickerfish1 reply :
Sweet new reels Matt! How about the rods for these. Possibly a match for the cumulus? And the other?
bootytrain reply :
On 11/30/2013 at 9:56 AM, thehooligan said:My black friday purchases. Gotta give credit to Japan tackle. Ordered wed morning and the reel came this morning, from Taiwan !!
Got the 5:8 mg which will be my new cranking reel. The bfs is the new finesse reel.
Nice acquisitions... what rod are you going to put the BFS on? I alternate mine between a Major Craft Volkey UL and a Poison Adrena BFS.. its a super fun reel for sure
thehooligan reply :
On 11/30/2013 at 11:47 AM, bootytrain said:Nice acquisitions... what rod are you going to put the BFS on? I alternate mine between a Major Craft Volkey UL and a Poison Adrena BFS.. its a super fun reel for sure
The bfs is either going on a 6'5 or 6'10 cumulus, not sure yet...
bootytrain reply :
On 11/30/2013 at 11:53 AM, thehooligan said:The bfs is either going on a 6'5 or 6'10 cumulus, not sure yet...
Be sure to give us a review after you fish it I added some after market knobs on mine and I have Hedgehog AIR BFS bearings on the way.
thehooligan reply :
On 11/30/2013 at 12:05 PM, bootytrain said:Be sure to give us a review after you fish it
Sweet reel. I have bocas os bearings, a carbon fiber zpi handle, and red zpi knobs going on. I'll get some pics up tomm.
DelcoSol reply :
On 11/30/2013 at 12:13 PM, thehooligan said:Sweet reel. I have bocas os bearings, a carbon fiber zpi handle, and red zpi knobs going on. I'll get some pics up tomm.
That Aldebaran is so badass. Definetly on the wish list. I'm jealous.
Jrob78 reply :
On 11/30/2013 at 11:47 AM, bootytrain said:Nice acquisitions... what rod are you going to put the BFS on? I alternate mine between a Major Craft Volkey UL and a Poison Adrena BFS.. its a super fun reel for sure
How do you like the Volkey? Do you have a 1 piece or 2? I've been considering one for awhile.
thehooligan reply :
Got em both out for a little while today. Love the fact that I opened both reels up and there wasn't excessive grease everywhere. Put bocas in the mg and its smooth as butter. Will make a great crankin reel. I don't have the hedgehog tool so I couldn't put bocas in the bfs. But I spooled it with 10lb braid, turned off two brakes and left two of the eight on. Very smooth and very lightweight. Combo is under 8oz's with the cumulus rod. Will be a great topwater/jerkbait reel and for all finesse tactics. Can't wait to burn some 1/4oz buzzbaits in the spring with the 8:0 gear ratio.
bootytrain reply :
On 12/1/2013 at 8:08 AM, thehooligan said:Got em both out for a little while today. Love the fact that I opened both reels up and there wasn't excessive grease everywhere. Put bocas in the mg and its smooth as butter. Will make a great crankin reel. I don't have the hedgehog tool so I couldn't put bocas in the bfs. But I spooled it with 10lb braid, turned off two brakes and left two of the eight on. Very smooth and very lightweight. Combo is under 8oz's with the cumulus rod. Will be a great topwater/jerkbait reel and for all finesse tactics. Can't wait to burn some 1/4oz buzzbaits in the spring with the 8:0 gear ratio.
In my hands the Core50 is pretty much set and forget but the Aldebaran BFS is way more temperamental lol.. 2 brakes on with 116th oz equals backlashes for me. Oddly I get more distance with lures under 1/8th with 3-4 brakes on instead of 2. Still super fun to fish with, hope you get to take her out soon!
bootytrain reply :
Its like a buggy whip lol.. looks to be a slow to moderate tip, which takes some getting used to after using mostly fast and xfast tapers. I have the 2 piece, I do plan to get a couple more as they are pretty affordable compared to most JDM rods. Its rated 1/32 to 1/4th. 1/32 is pushing it, you kind of have to take long deliberate swings to get any kind of accuracy with that weight but distance might be 15-20ft tops. You can get the 2 piece for just under 200 shipped from rakuten market.On 12/1/2013 at 12:49 AM, Jrob78 said:How do you like the Volkey? Do you have a 1 piece or 2? I've been considering one for awhile.
Jrob78 reply :
On 12/1/2013 at 9:21 AM, bootytrain said:Its like a buggy whip lol.. looks to be a slow to moderate tip, which takes some getting used to after using mostly fast and xfast tapers. I have the 2 piece, I do plan to get a couple more as they are pretty affordable compared to most JDM reels. Its rated 1/32 to 1/4th. 1/32 is pushing it, you kind of have to take long deliberate swings to get any kind of accuracy with that weight but distance might be 15-20ft tops. You can get the 2 piece for just under 200 shipped from rakuten market.
Thanks for the info!
LivewellHero reply :
On 11/30/2013 at 12:05 PM, bootytrain said:Be sure to give us a review after you fish it
Where did you get those knobs? They look like the T3 air knobs. I'm looking for knobs for a T3 ballistic and a handle
bootytrain reply :
rakuten market. Look for DRESS resin knobsOn 12/4/2013 at 1:43 AM, LivewellHero said:Where did you get those knobs? They look like the T3 air knobs. I'm looking for knobs for a T3 ballistic and a handle
J Francho reply :
On 12/4/2013 at 1:48 AM, bootytrain said:rakuten market. Look for DRESS resin knobs
I like those knobs - look great on the Aldo. I wish someone would do knob screw/covers that were more elegant than a slot screw. Something like a Torx or even just an Allen head would look more purposeful.
LivewellHero reply :
On 12/4/2013 at 1:48 AM, bootytrain said:rakuten market. Look for DRESS resin knobs
Are they comfortable?
bootytrain reply :
On 12/4/2013 at 2:19 AM, LivewellHero said:Are they comfortable?
I think they are really comfortable. Not quite as comfy as the original septons since they are a hard resin material but the shape works for me. Pretty cheap too at around 20 per knob. They also come in black and silver aluminum.
LivewellHero reply :
On 12/4/2013 at 2:24 AM, bootytrain said:I think they are really comfortable. Not quite as comfy as the original septons since they are a hard resin material but the shape works for me. Pretty cheap too at around 20 per knob. They also come in black and silver aluminum.
Oh, I thought that $22 was for a pair! $40 for some plastic and aluminum knobs seems a little steep
bootytrain reply :
On 12/4/2013 at 2:32 AM, LivewellHero said:Oh, I thought that $22 was for a pair! $40 for some plastic and aluminum knobs seems a little steep
Lol yeah but look at it this way, price some bassarts, zpi, etc... Which can run you 40 and up per knob! The quality is superb and they come with 2 bearings per knob, DRESS makes top notch stuff and pretty innovative. I'll post my scorpion DC with the detonator handle later.
LivewellHero reply :
On 12/4/2013 at 2:39 AM, bootytrain said:Lol yeah but look at it this way, price some bassarts, zpi, etc... Which can run you 40 and up per knob! The quality is superb and they come with 2 bearings per knob, DRESS makes top notch stuff and pretty innovative. I'll post my scorpion DC with the detonator handle later.
I'm about to get my first Daiwa, and I'm interested in customizing it. Going for the T3 Ballistic, only because it is on sale for $125 at TW lol! This whole customizing thing is NOT cheap! I want a HawgTech handle, these knobs, maybe different color accent screws and such from hedgehog studio... It'll cost me more than the reel!
bootytrain reply :
DRESS Detonator 100mm with their Caramel knobs.
LivewellHero reply :
On 12/4/2013 at 3:00 AM, bootytrain said:
DRESS Detonator 100mm with their Caramel knobs.
This is a JDM reel, correct?
bootytrain reply :
On 12/4/2013 at 5:13 AM, LivewellHero said:This is a JDM reel, correct?
Yeah, Shimano Scorpion DC7
aavery2 reply :
I don't believe the hawgtech handle will allow you to use anything but their cork grips. Maybe someone else can confirm.
Jrob78 reply :
On 12/4/2013 at 7:05 AM, aavery2 said:I don't believe the hawgtech handle will allow you to use anything but their cork grips. Maybe someone else can confirm.
I know you can use factory Shimano knobs.
deaknh03 reply :
will those knobs fit any shimano? I have a couple scorpions and an antares that NEED those.On 11/30/2013 at 12:05 PM, bootytrain said:Be sure to give us a review after you fish it
bootytrain reply :
On 12/4/2013 at 8:23 AM, deaknh03 said:will those knobs fit any shimano? I have a couple scorpions and an antares that NEED those.
Yeah, they are made for shimanos:-)
deaknh03 reply :
how hard are they to swap out?
bootytrain reply :
On 12/4/2013 at 9:08 AM, deaknh03 said:how hard are they to swap out?
If I can swap them out, anyone can swap them out lol.. each knob comes with 2 bearings, I think extra bushings and extra washers. If I recall they also come with a little end cap remover and instructions
deaknh03 reply :
On 12/4/2013 at 10:39 AM, bootytrain said:If I can swap them out, anyone can swap them out lol.. each knob comes with 2 bearings, I think extra bushings and extra washers. If I recall they also come with a little end cap remover and instructions
Sold! Thanks for the help.
piscicidal reply :
On 12/4/2013 at 7:05 AM, aavery2 said:I don't believe the hawgtech handle will allow you to use anything but their cork grips. Maybe someone else can confirm.
JRob is correct, our handles will accept all Shimano knobs in addition to our cork knobs.
Thanks!
Mike,
Hawg Tech, LLC
rockchalk06 reply :
Here is my new swim jig set up. Rod arrived yesterday. I hope to get it out today and see how it feels. Casting in the yard for the last hour as felt great. This tip feels great. Nothing like the XF I am used to.
Tim S. reply :
On 5/26/2013 at 2:58 AM, Tim S. said:Here's my set-ups for this year:
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-My black sheep, a Gen 3 Revo Winch with 6.4:1 gears added; paired with a (new)custom RX-7 ISB842 pushed out to 7'6", with Fuji K-frame Alconites(double-foot) transitioning to Alconite HD micros
-Fuego with JDM Zillion 4 bearing handle and Zillion swept star w/Boca ABEC 5's and carbontex drag; paired with my last remaining factory rod, a Clark Wendlandt Falcon Cara T7 Finesse Jig rod, 6'10"
-Steez 100HA (all-stock); paired with a custom RX-7 IP845 pushed out to 7'3", TiSiC concept guides
-Capricorn 2000A; paired with a (new)custom RX-7 IP843 7' w/ TiSiC concept guides, reel seat trimmed and shaped to remove exposed threads(very comfortable to fish)
-Alphas Type F w/ I'ze swept aluminum handle, AIRD 100R Swept star & cast control cap, carbontex and ABEC 9's; paired with a custom Lamiglas XMG50 LC862 blank, 7'2", carbon fiber handle and Alconite concept double-foot guides transitioning to HD Alconite micros
-Steez 100HA with I'ze Factory 90mm carbon fiber handle and natural corks(all-stock internally); paired with a custom RX-7 IMB 844 pushed out to 7'3"(yes, even with the extension, it has a split grip!) w/ concept TiSiC guides
-Alphas Finesse Custom with Megabass Zonda spool, PX68 drag star & cast control cap and PX-R line guide, also has R-Edition carbon fiber handle w/ red RCS knobs and ABEC 9's; paired with a (new)custom RX-7 IMB843 pushed out to 7'3" w/ K-frame Alconites transitioning to HD Alconite micros
-Alphas R-Edition, I'ze Factory 90mm swept carbon fiber handle w/ natural corks; paired with a (new) custom RX-7 IP904, 7'6" with Alconite K-frame double-foot guides transitioning to HD Alconite micros.
-Missing from the picture are 2 reels, a Steez 100HA and a TD-Z BBS, both of which are currently in the hands of e_bassfisher, along with a RX-7 8'H crankbait/swimbait rod and another RX-7 IP845, both of which are currently with my rodbuilder. Also have 3 or 4 other reels that I just can't locate at the present time and a 2-piece 6'10'' MH Compre casting rod. I am excited to get the 4 new rods out soon, as I haven't even had time to use them yet. Also looking at a nice 2-piece stick from the MajorCraft Over7 line.
My, how things have changed!
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kickerfish1 reply :
Wow! ... stellare lineup Tim! Digging the IZE handles and all the custom work both with rods and reels. Thanks for sharing!
J Francho reply :
Someone really likes that Alphas form factor....I do too. Very nice collection!
thehooligan reply :
Awesome combos Tim !!
Tim S. reply :
On 12/7/2013 at 2:33 AM, kickerfish1 said:Wow! ... stellare lineup Tim! Digging the IZE handles and all the custom work both with rods and reels. Thanks for sharing!
There's more here somewhere and more on the way from Santa.
kickerfish1 reply :
Terrific! I think Santa has lost my address for years now. Can't wait to see what the elves craft up this time for ya!
thehooligan reply :
I havent been out for a week, ran down the road for a half hour to throw the buzzbait, a flapslap, vibration-x, and the shakeyhead. And..... No fish
Got the two aldebarans lined up with zpi knobs and bearings, the mg got boca spool bearings. Have to pick up the boca or hedgehog tool to do the bearings on the bfs. The core has eva knobs, might switch them up soon....
bootytrain reply :
On 12/8/2013 at 3:56 AM, thehooligan said:I havent been out for a week, ran down the road for a half hour to throw the buzzbait, a flapslap, vibration-x, and the shakeyhead. And..... No fish
Got the two aldebarans lined up with zpi knobs and bearings, the mg got boca spool bearings. Have to pick up the boca or hedgehog tool to do the bearings on the bfs. The core has eva knobs, might switch them up soon....
Once you go 50 size shimano its hard to go back lol
Tim S. reply :
On 12/7/2013 at 3:06 AM, J Francho said:Someone really likes that Alphas form factor....I do too. Very nice collection!
Thanks! It really is my favorite platform. So much so that I have sold 2 Steez recently and replaced them both with Alphas reels.
thehooligan reply :
Ive been scoring some sweet deals on megabass baits, oh man its an addiction.... 
Fishwhittler reply :
Customized Citica 201E:
kickerfish1 reply :
That is the Darth Vader of Citicas. Get a few of the Chronarch E series reels and you will have a small fleet of storm troopers.
Nice job on the project. One unique and outstanding looking citica! Almost looks like a Daiwa ree like a Tatula type R without the red accent parts.
Fishwhittler reply :
On 12/14/2013 at 2:42 AM, kickerfish1 said:That is the Darth Vader of Citicas. Get a few of the Chronarch E series reels and you will have a small fleet of storm troopers.
Nice job on the project. One unique and outstanding looking citica! Almost looks like a Daiwa ree like a Tatula type R without the red accent parts.
I like the idea of Vader and ST's. Hmm…a fleet of Chronarch E's is out of my price range, but I do have a couple more reels that could use new paint…
Thanks. The Daiwa Zillion Type R was where I got the idea for this reel, which is the second super-custom I've done and the most extensive to date. This was the first:
I had that reel painted by a guy other than Calfish, who did a nice job…but there's only one Calfish. Sometime I might strip that reel back down and have The Master go over it.
Can you tell the Type R theme is one I really like?
kickerfish1 reply :
I hear ya there. I have a calfish painted reel and it is a stellar two tone reel. I am hoping by January I will have all 8 of my custom reels finalized. They do get pricey and there is always the balance of cost vs benefit. It is is fun no doubt and gets even crazier when you go the extra step to ensure the rod rod matches.
Tim S. reply :
Here are a few customs I have sold off over time.....I kind of miss a couple of them. The Alphas Finesse Custom in the last 2 pics is still with me. I might just be buried with that one!
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Fishwhittler reply :
Nice! Love the customs.
kickerfish1 reply :
Nice Tim! Don't you know that it is against the law to mount a Daiwa Alphas on a Shimano Cumulus? That is one sweet combo regardless! I dig the white tdz's and that blue reel is pretty unique looking. Good stuff, and yes don't get rid of the last combo!
thehooligan reply :
Love the custom reels fellas !!
aavery2 reply :
I have finished playing with these two, and have a NIB Sol on the way, another Fuego and still working on a Tatula to get them just like I want.
Bass Junkie reply :
Gorgeous reels, especially the Fuego Does the CC knob on the Fuego handle clikies?
rippin-lips reply :
Winter boredom has set in for me already so I decided to do some painting. Re sprayed my Steez with a graphite grey. It's close to the factory color but with more metallic in it. You can see in the last pic the subtle difference.
J Francho reply :
aavery, those sideplate screws are a real nice touch!
Rippen, It might make paining a little easier if you remove the brake assembly. It's a little fussy, but not too hard. Two thing to remember, note the setting on the dial wen the notches in the magnets are aligned. There is a little cup washer under the dial, on the backside of the plate - make sure you get that aligned right.
rippin-lips reply :
I'm already confused about what you're saying. I have it all apart now but that was just because I destroyed it to get it apart. Sideplate was already ruined so I wasn't hurting anything. I have to wait on a new sideplate from Daiwa and it's on back order. Good thing I don't need it till spring. Note to self. Don't assume your sideplate is metal just like the rest of the reel.On 12/16/2013 at 10:59 PM, J Francho said:Rippin, It might make paining a little easier if you remove the brake assembly. It's a little fussy, but not too hard. Two thing to remember, note the setting on the dial wen the notches in the magnets are aligned. There is a little cup washer under the dial, on the backside of the plate - make sure you get that aligned right.
CKFishin reply :
He is talking about the control knob on the side plate you have it taped off. He is saying you could have just taken it apart.
J Francho reply :
Oh God, what happened to that sideplate?
What CK said about the dial.
rippin-lips reply :
Yeah I know what you were saying about removing it. I was meaning the re assembly of it.On 12/17/2013 at 3:11 AM, J Francho said:Oh God, what happened to that sideplate?
What CK said about the dial.
Taping it off was easier for me since I'd never taken one apart before. As for the sideplate. Well I wasn't happy with the frame because I'm an idiot lol. So instead of just repainting it alone, I figured let's re do all the pieces. Don't put a plastic sideplate in acetone. This is your end result.
J Francho reply :
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Don't put a plastic sideplate in acetone. This is your end result.
I had a funny feeling....don't ask me how I know this...
rippin-lips reply :
On 12/17/2013 at 3:40 AM, J Francho said:I had a funny feeling....don't ask me how I know this...
Luckily it's only $30 for a new side plate and another $10 for the magnet holder that has the teeth on it. So a $40 mistake. Not too bad I guess.
aavery2 reply :
On 12/16/2013 at 12:11 PM, Bass Junkie said:Gorgeous reels, especially the Fuego
The knob is made so that it is capable of clicking and will when it is used with a reel that already supports this feature, like the Zillion. The Fuego does not spport this feature so it does not click.
aavery2 reply :
On 12/16/2013 at 12:11 PM, Bass Junkie said:Gorgeous reels, especially the Fuego
Thank you
aavery2 reply :
On 12/16/2013 at 10:59 PM, J Francho said:aavery, those sideplate screws are a real nice touch.
Thank you
kingkong85 reply :
Trey Harpel reply :
You guys asked for it...
Here is the Arsenal..
The other rods are sitting in the corner all cleaned up ready for the Ice to clear..
Top....PX68
Type R+
TD ITO
TYPE R+
1st ROW.....
IZE PEARL
IZE GOLD
1 of a kind LAMBO GALLARDO PAINTED REEL
TD A O I
TD ITO
TYPE R+
2nd ROW....
SPR PIXY
RED PIXZILLA
KUSTOM Green PIXZILLA
SILVER PIXZILLA
KUSTOM PIXZILLA
Pixy TYPE R
3rd ROW.....
ZONDA
Alphas ITO AI
PRESSO
1st T3 From Japan
HLC ZILLION
HLC ZILLION
M-ITO
BOTTOM....
Yellow PIXZILLA
TD ITO
Fishwhittler reply :
You're disqualified for having a collection that's WAY TOO AWESOME!
Tim S. reply :
I was wondering when you were gonna post 'em up, Trey! If I were a lefty, that would almost be more than I could take!
kickerfish1 reply :
Oh no you didn't! Superb collection Trey!
iabass8 reply :
if you really squint, you can see a pixzilla in the middle of the photo.....
DelcoSol reply :
I have never even owned a Diawa reel and I am jealous. What is that like 10K worth of reels? Impressive!
kickerfish1 reply :
Probably darn close with the modifications both internally and externally. The AOI is worth at least $700+ and the TD ITO 103 reels are at around $400 a piece give or take. On the Daiwa low profile reels this is about as good as it gets in terms of high end... performance, quality, collectability, etc...
Trey Harpel reply :
I use every reel shown, but the TD Ao I , ize reels.. Lamborghini reel gets little use..
Well put it this way..
That Lamborghini reels paint was 450$ alone..
Every bearing(13) is an orange seal..
Type R+ gears
Carbontex drag
Ize swept carbon handle
Steez drag star and cast control knob
R+ spool
and I got a SMOKING deal on it a few years ago..
aavery2 reply :
Great collection of beautiful reels
DelcoSol reply :
That's amazing. I could't imagine spending that much money on gear. That's a new truck or boat right there.
Tim S. reply :
He just won and then sold a brand new $30,000 boat. I don't think that liquid assets are a problem right now....On 12/22/2013 at 6:38 AM, DelcoSol said:That's amazing. I could't imagine spending that much money on gear. That's a new truck or boat right there.
And anyone who doubts the durability of Daiwa reels should know that Trey uses a Pixy R as a frog reel-and it is still going strong after 2 seasons. It's amazing what regular maintenance will permit you to do.
Uuuhhhhh, every Pixy in the picture is a Pixzilla. I count 7 of them. That includes the Presso near the middle left, which is the rarest iteration of the Pixy.On 12/22/2013 at 5:10 AM, iabass8 said:if you really squint, you can see a pixzilla in the middle of the photo.....
Jrob78 reply :
Ding ding ding.....we have a winner!
Awesome collection Trey!!
Trey Harpel reply :
Lol yup! I know a thing or 2 about reels..
The pixy might be getting moved to verticle baits when the Tatula type R gets here for frogging..
Pixy is a beast... Lol
To answer kicker fish..
Every reel has some sort of upgraded bearings from ZPI, Boca 7s or Boca ceramic 9s, carbontex and most have carbon handles.. Used to have a set of full ceramics but they were NOT worth the hefty price..
Tim S. reply :
I went back and looked again... to correct my earlier statement, there are actually 8 Pixzillas in that pic. All of Trey's reels have been upgraded. Speaking of which, I need to make a purchase, Trey.....
iabass8 reply :
On 12/22/2013 at 7:56 AM, Tim S. said:
Uuuhhhhh, every Pixy in the picture is a Pixzilla. I count 7 of them. That includes the Presso near the middle left, which is the rarest iteration of the Pixy.
you don't say.....
Smallmouth Hunter reply :
On 12/22/2013 at 3:09 AM, Trey Harpel said:You guys asked for it...
Here is the Arsenal..
The other rods are sitting in the corner all cleaned up ready for the Ice to clear..
Top....PX68
Type R+
TD ITO
TYPE R+
1st ROW.....
IZE PEARL
IZE GOLD
1 of a kind LAMBO GALLARDO PAINTED REEL
TD A O I
TD ITO
TYPE R+
2nd ROW....
SPR PIXY
RED PIXZILLA
KUSTOM Green PIXZILLA
SILVER PIXZILLA
KUSTOM PIXZILLA
Pixy TYPE R
3rd ROW.....
ZONDA
Alphas ITO AI
PRESSO
1st T3 From Japan
HLC ZILLION
HLC ZILLION
M-ITO
BOTTOM....
Yellow PIXZILLA
TD ITO
What does AOI stand for? Also, how many AOI were made? From what I have heard, that is a very rare reel.
Trey Harpel reply :
200 reels total left and right I think..
rippin-lips reply :
Trey your collection is amazing. Being a big Daiwa fan I'm drooling.
bootytrain reply :
I forgot I had one of these sitting in its box.. took it out fishing today for the first time, wow this thing is a casting machine! Almost too pretty to fish though lol
Smallmouth Hunter reply :
On 12/25/2013 at 7:46 AM, Trey Harpel said:200 reels total left and right I think..
Do you know what it stands for? I am guessing it is something in japanese..
Trey Harpel reply :
You are correct but can't remember what it means..
I'm sure if I googled it something might come up.. Lol
aavery2 reply :
On 12/25/2013 at 1:50 PM, bootytrain said:I forgot I had one of these sitting in its box.. took it out fishing today for the first time, wow this thing is a casting machine! Almost too pretty to fish though lol
I have an IB and it is a very very smooth reel, not sure what all has been done to these to give them added smoothness over the Premier but ABU got it right.
.ghoti. reply :
On 12/14/2013 at 11:39 AM, kickerfish1 said:Nice Tim! Don't you know that it is against the law to mount a Daiwa Alphas on a Shimano Cumulus? That is one sweet combo regardless! I dig the white tdz's and that blue reel is pretty unique looking. Good stuff, and yes don't get rid of the last combo!
I have that blue TD-Z and I'm almost afraid to fish it. I've only had it out twice. I'm not at all into mating rods with reels based on what they look like together, but that Z looks SHWEEEET on an LTB.
aavery2 reply :
On 12/25/2013 at 7:42 AM, aprw1 said:What does AOI stand for? Also, how many AOI were made? From what I have heard, that is a very rare reel.
The literal Japanese translation of Aoi is blue, the two characters of the logo on the front of the reel are for the Shogun family and the second represents the wolf. There were 300 of these reels made in 2006.
They were a commemorative model celebrating the TD-Z which was last made in 2005. Basically a TD-Z type R with some tuning.
I am going to give you a "Comon Man" I Googled this stuff in like two minutes.
00 mod reply :
On 12/25/2013 at 1:50 PM, bootytrain said:I forgot I had one of these sitting in its box.. took it out fishing today for the first time, wow this thing is a casting machine! Almost too pretty to fish though lol
What handle is on this reel?
Jeff
bootytrain reply :
Stock Abu handle
aavery2 reply :
On 12/26/2013 at 10:00 PM, bootytrain said:Stock Abu handle
ABU Part Number 1214325
00 mod reply :
Looks very similar to the new pinnacle handles. Just different colors. I do not like the knobs. Just curious. Thanks for the info!
Jeff
aavery2 reply :
On 12/26/2013 at 10:25 PM, 00 mod said:Looks very similar to the new pinnacle handles. Just different colors. I do not like the knobs. Just curious. Thanks for the info!
Jeff
I agree, the EVA knobs are just not as nice as the Daiwa cork knobs. Especially on this reel, the EVA knobs do nothing to make it feel special.
tomustang reply :
On 12/26/2013 at 12:34 PM, .ghoti. said:I have that blue TD-Z and I'm almost afraid to fish it. I've only had it out twice. I'm not at all into mating rods with reels based on what they look like together, but that Z looks SHWEEEET on an LTB.
You can't leave that up to the imagination. Photos! Photos!
Tim S. reply :
On 12/26/2013 at 11:37 PM, tomustang said:You can't leave that up to the imagination. Photos! Photos!
He means the blue TD-Z that I sold him. I posted pics of it back up this thread a little. Of course, he has added his own handle and knobs since then.
Clint C. reply :
Here are my rods and reels and my grab n go wall =p
My newest setup just got it yesterday. Chronarch 150 ci4 with a bps carbonlite 6'9 mhxf
Crankinstein reply :
nice combos! I really like that wall of baits, almost like having your own private tackle store.
Clint C. reply :
On 12/30/2013 at 11:13 AM, Crankinstein said:nice combos! I really like that wall of baits, almost like having your own private tackle store.
Yeah it's fun. Easy way to keep track of lures I'm short on too =0)
THE_Vue's reply :
how and where can I make a wall bait thing like that?
Clint C. reply :
On 12/31/2013 at 8:48 AM, THE_Vue said:how and where can I make a wall bait thing like that?
I just got a peg board and hooks (hangers) from menards =0)
board: http://www.menards.com/main/building-materials/panel-products/specialty-panels/handi-panels/1-8-x-2-x-4-pegboard-panel/p-1470077-c-13340.htm (they have different sizes)
hooks: http://www.menards.com/main/doors-windows/exterior-doors/garage-doors/garage-outdoor-organization/wall-mounted-storage/2-straight-storage-hook/p-1465611-c-12657.htm (they have different lengths etc)
THE_Vue's reply :
Sweet thanks
Trey Harpel reply :
Ive done the same thing in the garage on both sides..I also have a wall mounted shelf for all my over flow boxes..
bootytrain reply :
Shimano Metanium XG and Shimano Expride
bigfishtim reply :
On 12/22/2013 at 3:09 AM, Trey Harpel said:You guys asked for it...
Here is the Arsenal..
The other rods are sitting in the corner all cleaned up ready for the Ice to clear..
Top....PX68
Type R+
TD ITO
TYPE R+
1st ROW.....
IZE PEARL
IZE GOLD
1 of a kind LAMBO GALLARDO PAINTED REEL
TD A O I
TD ITO
TYPE R+
2nd ROW....
SPR PIXY
RED PIXZILLA
KUSTOM Green PIXZILLA
SILVER PIXZILLA
KUSTOM PIXZILLA
Pixy TYPE R
3rd ROW.....
ZONDA
Alphas ITO AI
PRESSO
1st T3 From Japan
HLC ZILLION
HLC ZILLION
M-ITO
BOTTOM....
Yellow PIXZILLA
TD ITO
and Trey has all these on display in his living room for your veiwing pleasure when you vist him..
DelcoSol reply :
On 1/2/2014 at 10:07 AM, bootytrain said:Shimano Metanium XG and Shimano Expride
Nice. I just picked up a Metanium as well. I got a good deal on it. I was suprised at how much it is like the Chronarch Ci4 I have. I have not got to cast either so I don't know about the performance. The biggest difference is the handle is much longer on the metanium.
DelcoSol reply :
bootytrain reply :
On 1/2/2014 at 11:07 AM, DelcoSol said:
Nice.. I don't think Ive ever read a performance comparison between the 2, maybe you can be the first lol. Suggestion.. fish the Metanium with the red brake blocks, then switch them out with the white ones
DelcoSol reply :
This cold is killing me. I have all of this new gear to try out lol.
thehooligan reply :
On 1/2/2014 at 11:22 AM, DelcoSol said:This cold is killing me. I have all of this new gear to try out lol.
Man, you picked up some nice gear
DelcoSol reply :
On 1/2/2014 at 8:20 PM, thehooligan said:Man, you picked up some nice gear
Pffft just trying to keep up with you Matt. 
killula reply :
My reel for my lighter lures, it is a daiwa T3 MX, loved it so much that I bought a T3 ballistic on the Christmas sale at tackle warehouse for my heavier lures lol.
killula reply :
Again my T3 MX but this time on its rod a *** black.
Hoytman#1 reply :
Some very sweet rigs in this thread!!!
oldschoolbasser reply :
Super tuned Ambassadeurs. 4500's,4500C's, 4500D's,direct drive,2500C with 6:1 gears, and my 1st Custom 4600C,a converted 5600C narrowed down on a chrome frame.
Fishwhittler reply :
oldschoolbasser, that's an awesome collection.
oldschoolbasser reply :
Thanks, these are my Exotics, Avail spools and dual bearing cog wheels,dual bearing worm gears,,Hedgehog Studios Air bearings, carbon fiber handles, and side plates from the Japanese market. 2 of them even have bearing supported drive shafts which are made by a buddy of mine in Australia.
Fastmover3 reply :
I just finished this build. It is a curado 200e7. Has some chronarch parts custom paint,full Abec 7 bearings, all parts basically new from shimano, a few pieces from hedgehog studio for some bling a handle. Smooth as can be Can't wait to try it. Putting it on a Colmic 7 ft med heavy rod. Look out fish 
kickerfish1 reply :
I am digging that custom Curado / Chronarch! Nice work all around. Would you care to go a bit more in depth on the mods and painting if you don't mind?
bmlum415 reply :
was that painted by pizz customs?On 1/21/2014 at 11:47 AM, Fastmover3 said:I just finished this build. It is a curado 200e7. Has some chronarch parts custom paint,full Abec 7 bearings, all parts basically new from shimano, a few pieces from hedgehog studio for some bling a handle. Smooth as can be Can't wait to try it. Putting it on a Colmic 7 ft med heavy rod. Look out fish
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OkeechobeeAngler reply :
Oldschoolbasser, awesome collection. Thanks for sharing.
Fastmover3 reply :
The paint job is a Pizz. Replaced the spool w a chronarch e7 It has a slight blue hue. Gears are all new shimano. All friction parts are polished and lightly lubed. Chronarch level wind tube , line guide,thumb bar, and drag knob are black so those have been installed. On the inside a full set of abec7 bearings. Carbontex drag set, The handle I found by chance on ebay. The spool brake cover ,line guide pawl cover,and line guide rod in blue from hedgehog studio. All gears are polished and this is now a super tuned fishing machine.
Crankinstein reply :
Tatula type R. Added some hedgehog studio custom parts and Air ceramic bearings.
kickerfish1 reply :
On 1/22/2014 at 9:33 AM, Fastmover3 said:The paint job is a Pizz. Replaced the spool w a chronarch e7 It has a slight blue hue. Gears are all new shimano. All friction parts are polished and lightly lubed. Chronarch level wind tube , line guide,thumb bar, and drag knob are black so those have been installed. On the inside a full set of abec7 bearings. Carbontex drag set, The handle I found by chance on ebay. The spool brake cover ,line guide pawl cover,and line guide rod in blue from hedgehog studio. All gears are polished and this is now a super tuned fishing machine.
Thanks for the details. Outstanding end result!
Fastmover3 reply :
Also 1 more thing to use the chronarch star drag you will need the brass nut and spring that fits it. Thanks for positive remarks guys. It was a lot of work to get the parts together but it learned a lot also like all the pics lots of cool stuff out there
LivewellHero reply :
The first setup is an Abu Garcia Orra SX20 on a Shimano Compre 6'8" medium XF drop-shot rod. The second is a Daiwa Aird 2000 on a Daiwa Aird 7' medium power fast action. These are my main two spinning setups as for now. I plan on upgrading the Aird reel to the Compre sometime, and move the Orra to a Crucial. Baitcast setups coming in the next post or two.
LivewellHero reply :
These two bait asters are my babies. But, they are polar opposites. The first is a Daiwa T3 Ballistic 6.3:1 paired with a Shimano Crucial 7'2" medium power fast action Worm and Jig rod. This combo is perfectly balanced, and a match made in heaven. It is a very "finessey" combo, and I run 10 pound line on it. The second is my big bait/power fishing setup. It's a Daiwa Tatula 6.3:1 on an iROD Genesis II 7'4" medium heavy power fast action. I use 14 pound line on this one. These are both very nice combos, and am proud to own them. Can't help but to pick them up and marvel them every time I see them!
LivewellHero reply :
On 1/23/2014 at 6:07 AM, aprw1 said:I wouldn't call those polar opposites, but they are nice set-ups nevertheless.
I would considering the Crucial is rated for lures 1/8-1/4 oz... Then you have the huge Genesis at a whopping 7'4" MH...
piscicidal reply :
My trap/spook rod. Love the action on this Powell Max rod...it has the perfect action for working spooks. Red theme.
piscicidal reply :
My jig set up. Not a huge Quantum Fan but their flipping switch is (ergonomically) the best in the business, IMO. This setup is very light but very powerful. Orange accents on the handle and reel match the accents on the Dobyns Extreme rod (745DX).
piscicidal reply :
My "finesse" bait cast combo. Use this for light worm fish, jerkbaits, senkos, etc. This one has the custom anodized star drag and cast control knobs from a Curado 200E7. Blue anodizing matches the accents on the Dobyns Champion rod (704C) very well.
Crankinstein reply :
Nice set ups! Those hawgtech handles look cool and I like the color matching with the rods.
iabass8 reply :
Nice setups piscicidal
WiregrassRiverRat reply :
On 1/24/2014 at 12:35 AM, piscicidal said:My "finesse" bait cast combo. Use this for light worm fish, jerkbaits, senkos, etc. This one has the custom anodized star drag and cast control knobs from a Curado 200E7. Blue anodizing matches the accents on the Dobyns Champion rod (704C) very well.
Where did you get the color matching parts? or did you send it of and have it done.. this looks like a great idea!
WiregrassRiverRat reply :
On 1/25/2014 at 12:35 AM, WiregrassRiverRat said:Where did you get the color matching parts? or did you send it of and have it done.. this looks like a great idea!
Sorry now i see its all hawgtech.. that is cool stuff.. wish I could afford those accents on a reel..
LivewellHero reply :
On 1/25/2014 at 12:37 AM, WiregrassRiverRat said:Sorry now i see its all hawgtech.. that is cool stuff.. wish I could afford those accents on a reel..
Look up Hedgehog Studio... some pretty neat stuff there
Avaitor63 reply :
I just picked this up the other day,it has everything I need to store,tackle,tools,maps and a small camera.
rippin-lips reply :
My Denali order was here when I got home from work today. Can't wait to try these in the spring.
alexandboi reply :
Look at what just came in the mail. Paired it up with a X4 Aaron marten limited and 6# tatsu...
thehooligan reply :
Awesome reel ^
Backyard Bandit reply :
My current setups from the top:
Okuma Trio 30, paired with a Abu Vengence 15lb braid
Shimano Curado, paired with Field & Stream Tech Spec Elite & 7'3 MH 80 lb braid
Quantum Exo PT, Paired with Field & Stream Tech Spec Elite & 7'3 MH 65 lb braid
Shimano Chronarch CI4+, Paired with Field & Stream Tech Spec Elite & 7'3 MH 80 lb braid
blongfishing reply :
3 of my baitcasters
bootytrain reply :
DRESS Detonator SF 100mm with Rhombus knobs
thehooligan reply :
Nice ^
bootytrain reply :
On 2/4/2014 at 5:49 AM, thehooligan said:Nice ^
Thanks man.. Show off that Stella when you get it!
thehooligan reply :
Will do
curtis9 reply :
What rod do you have planned for the stella? I impulse bought one earlier this year, and then convinced myself I needed a new rod for it, so I then impulse bought a nrx.
WiregrassRiverRat reply :
On 2/4/2014 at 8:27 AM, curtis9 said:What rod do you have planned for the stella? I impulse bought one earlier this year, and then convinced myself I needed a new rod for it, so I then impulse bought a nrx.
lol I would be impulse not paying bills and impulse on the couch.. by the side of the road...
thehooligan reply :
On 2/4/2014 at 8:27 AM, curtis9 said:What rod do you have planned for the stella? I impulse bought one earlier this year, and then convinced myself I needed a new rod for it, so I then impulse bought a nrx.
Nothing special, just a 6'8 cumara, maybe one of my cumulus rods.
MarkH024 reply :
On 2/4/2014 at 4:18 AM, bootytrain said:
Booty, that reel looks pretty slick with that handle.
bootytrain reply :
Thanks, it was hard to acquire but worth the wait.On 2/4/2014 at 10:43 PM, MarkH024 said:Booty, that reel looks pretty slick with that handle.
RivasIsland reply :
My setups: Spinning: Pflueger President reel on St. Croix Triumph rod
Baitcasting: Lew's Speed Spool reel on Falcon Bucoo rod
Both high quality setups under $200
thehooligan reply :
thehooligan reply :
Got a few shimanos in today, lol.
iabass8 reply :
On 2/5/2014 at 10:10 AM, thehooligan said:Got a few shimanos in today, lol.
wow. sick reel.
bootytrain reply :
On 2/5/2014 at 10:10 AM, thehooligan said:Got a few shimanos in today, lol.
Is it as smooth as they say?
DelcoSol reply :
Matt, what are your thoughts on those Shimano boxes? I am debating on picking up the jerkbait box. Do you think they're worth the price? I got a Chronarch 50e on the way thanks to the sale this past weekend.
thehooligan reply :
On 2/5/2014 at 12:34 PM, bootytrain said:Is it as smooth as they say?
Definitely. I handled a 4000 last year and knew id get one some day. When it comes down to smoothness and bang for your buck, cant go wrong with the FJ. I still think thats the most smooth, solid spinning reel for your money. Just have to deal with a little extra weight.
On 2/5/2014 at 8:03 PM, DelcoSol said:Matt, what are your thoughts on those Shimano boxes? I am debating on picking up the jerkbait box. Do you think they're worth the price? I got a Chronarch 50e on the way thanks to the sale this past weekend.
I use plano 3600 and 3700 boxes for storing tackle, and the shimano boxes for on the boat. Its nice to open it and all your jerkbaits/topwater are organized. It can be a real pain when 5 or 6 lures are all hooked together. Only downside is these boxes tend to be expensive. Your looking at $30 and up for a box.
DelcoSol reply :
On 2/5/2014 at 8:30 PM, thehooligan said:
I use plano 3600 and 3700 boxes for storing tackle, and the shimano boxes for on the boat. Its nice to open it and all your jerkbaits/topwater are organized. It can be a real pain when 5 or 6 lures are all hooked together. Only downside is these boxes tend to be expensive. Your looking at $30 and up for a box.
Are they the same profile as a 3600 or 3700 Plano?
thehooligan reply :
Pretty close to the shallow 3700 boxes.
Maico1 reply :
On 2/5/2014 at 10:09 AM, thehooligan said:
Very sweet reel ,hope you enjoy it.......My fav.
thehooligan reply :
Was getting a bit stir crazy with all this snow... Found a local spot with open water and tested out the Stella and bfs xg with new hedgehog air bearings. Stella is a dream to fish with, put that away and started playing with the Aldebaran. Was throwing 1/8-1/4oz wakebaits and small cranks. Not sure if the bearings are any better than Boca orange seals. Was getting about the same distance so I'll probally stick with the bocas. Anyway its 28 degrees out and started to snow so I headed home. Felt good to get a little action in though
kickerfish1 reply :
Nice updates thehooligan! I enjoy seeing your arsenal constantly evolve. I just finished finalizing my 2014 arsenal. Just waiting on spring to roll around...
CJV reply :
Got my metanium in the mail the other day from TW .... I wish everything wasn't froze over
bootytrain reply :
On 2/9/2014 at 7:28 AM, CJV said:
Got my metanium in the mail the other day from TW .... I wish everything wasn't froze over
You will really enjoy it, just go out and cast around in the yard if its frozen The new braking system is great but not quite so set and forget as the VBS Ive found.
thehooligan reply :
On 2/9/2014 at 7:12 AM, kickerfish1 said:Nice updates thehooligan! I enjoy seeing your arsenal constantly evolve. I just finished finalizing my 2014 arsenal. Just waiting on spring to roll around...
Thanks kicker, I thought I finally had it all down to shimano and went ahead and picked up an alphas ito yesterday, lol.
I had a purple alphas and type f last year, might go all out on this one and do a clicker drag, PX handle, and other daiwa goodies...
kickerfish1 reply :
I am the same way. Probably in the realm of 70% shimano and 20% Daiwa and then the MSC category of Lews, Okuma, BPS, Quantum, etc...
The alphas platform is one on my personal favorites along with the 50 sized shimanos. The amount of customization options is very good with the alphas platform as you already know. The only downside of the alphas ITO is finish and durability of a few parts. Depending upon what you may wish to use the reel for I would HIGHLY recommend installimg a set of the Pixy 6:8.1 gears. They are incredibly smooth and well worth the $35. Probably my favorite upgrade on mine I have everything done to it inside and out including custom paint.
BradGuenette reply :
Getting a few of the rods together for spring
DelcoSol reply :
On 2/9/2014 at 5:18 AM, thehooligan said:Was getting a bit stir crazy with all this snow... Found a local spot with open water and tested out the Stella and bfs xg with new hedgehog air bearings. Stella is a dream to fish with, put that away and started playing with the Aldebaran. Was throwing 1/8-1/4oz wakebaits and small cranks. Not sure if the bearings are any better than Boca orange seals. Was getting about the same distance so I'll probally stick with the bocas. Anyway its 28 degrees out and started to snow so I headed home. Felt good to get a little action in though
Nice! That BFS cumulus combo must be light as hell. My buddy just got a BFS for that DX702 you sold him. I am anxious to try it out. I just got a Chronarch 50E and was wondering if you had any recomendations on a handle for it? The stock one seems so tiny. Also I am going to put the bocas in it and was thinking of one of those Avail light weight spools. Do you think the spool is worth the price vs performance?
kickerfish1 reply :
On 2/9/2014 at 10:11 PM, BradGuenette said:Getting a few of the rods together for spring
Nice Brad! That collection is close to Trey Harpel's.
thehooligan reply :
Nice, that bfs/DX combo will be sweet. I'm diggin my bfs/cumulus combo, whole setup weighs 7.7oz's,On 2/9/2014 at 10:43 PM, DelcoSol said:Nice! That BFS cumulus combo must be light as hell. My buddy just got a BFS for that DX702 you sold him. I am anxious to try it out. I just got a Chronarch 50E and was wondering if you had any recomendations on a handle for it? The stock one seems so tiny. Also I am going to put the bocas in it and was thinking of one of those Avail light weight spools. Do you think the spool is worth the price vs performance?
For handles I really like zpi. Depends on the length you like, I prefer 80-85mm. I think the stock ch50 handle is 80mm. You have plenty of options with hawgtech, hedgehog studios, and japan tackle.
When it comes to lightweight spools, they are worth the money if you want to cast light weight baits or want a pitching machine.
BradGuenette reply :
On 2/10/2014 at 12:13 AM, kickerfish1 said:Nice Brad! That collection is close to Trey Harpel's.
Still have a few more to add before spring
FishinCop646 reply :
My locker full of Daiwa Cielos and Lews Speed Spools. All new for the 2014 season.
Paul Peixoto reply :
Shimano chronarch ci4/ abu garcia veritas
Lews tournament pro/ *** ***
Quantum smoke/ Abu garcia villain
Abu garcia revo s/ abu garcia veritas micro
CJV reply :
On 2/9/2014 at 10:11 PM, BradGuenette said:Getting a few of the rods together for spring
Holy Dobyns!!! LOL nice man I've heard great things about Dobyns
bigfishtim reply :
Had Trey Harpel work his magic on my Steeze and Megabass..
rippin-lips reply :
I saw those on his fb last night. Sharp looking reels.
thehooligan reply :
Finally got an ito, pretty decent condition. Just threw some zpi knobs on it until i figure where im going with this reel. Its the lonely daiwa in this collection of shimanos, lol.
deaknh03 reply :
I love this thread, one of my faves. I gotta get off my butt and take some pics.
thehooligan reply :
On 2/14/2014 at 9:36 AM, deaknh03 said:I love this thread, one of my faves. I gotta get off my butt and take some pics.
This is one of the threads that made me an addict
This is my lineup for the year until i find another conquest 51...
aldebaran bfs/cumulus
aldebaran mg/cumara
core 51/ cumara
alphas ito/ cumulus
stella 1000fe/ cumara
ci4+ 1000/ cumulus
I have a 7'1 cumulus coming in tomm 
rippin-lips reply :
You can't put a Daiwa on a Shimano. Nooooo!
Nice collection.
WiregrassRiverRat reply :
On 2/14/2014 at 10:35 AM, rippin-lips said:You can't put a Daiwa on a Shimano. Nooooo!
Nice collection.
You can't triple stamp a double stamp Lloyd!
hzzhangc reply :
On 2/14/2014 at 9:28 AM, thehooligan said:Finally got an ito, pretty decent condition. Just threw some zpi knobs on it until i figure where im going with this reel. Its the lonely daiwa in this collection of shimanos, lol.
How's the ZPI knots feel? They look nice but not seems comfortable to me. Also wondering why these kind of knobs are related to finesse just because they are smaller and lighter?
Crankinstein reply :
Awesome collections!! and what makes them even better is they all seem to be lefty(just like mine) so I can visualize myself fishing them.
FishinCop646 reply :
Switching hands after/while casting is wasted energy! Why switch if you don't have to!?
thehooligan reply :
On 2/15/2014 at 12:54 AM, hzzhangc said:How's the ZPI knots feel? They look nice but not seems comfortable to me. Also wondering why these kind of knobs are related to finesse just because they are smaller and lighter?
Pretty much, little lighter and smaller. Being aluminum with bearings installed makes it feel real smooth.
RoLo reply :
The fishing rods I own are strewn throughout my house, but the shipping tubes are all stashed in my garage.
Yesterday while walking past my rod tube jungle, I thought about this BR post and snapped a picture.
You'd be hard pressed to name one rod brand that I don't own ('13 ***' being the latest addition).
On the upside, at least you know the tackle opinions I voice are not flavored by brand loyality
Roger
Goose52 reply :
On 2/16/2014 at 10:57 AM, RoLo said:The fishing rods I own are strewn throughout my house, but the shipping tubes are all stashed in my garage.
Yesterday while walking past my rod tube jungle, I thought about this BR post and snapped a picture.
You'd be hard pressed to name one rod brand that I don't own ('13 ***' being the latest addition).
On the upside, at least you know the tackle opinions I voice are not flavored by brand loyality
Roger
Love it ! I have a similar "collection" except mine is in the attic over my garage...
RoLo reply :
We've got it bad Goose.
You've inspired me to unearth my shameless pile of reel boxes 
NorthernAnglers reply :
here is my "reel family" with 2 more on the way
was going to get the rods and tackle but itd take a solid hour so spread er out lol
All Abu Garcia's..
MGX 7.9:1
STX 6.4:1
TORO WINCH 4.6:1 (muskie)
WINCH 5.4:1
C4 6.4:1 (muskie)
SX30 (Spinning)
bootytrain reply :
I couldn't find a Curado I today but the mail lady dropped this off and made me feel better lol. Revo LTZ AE74
aavery2 reply :
Nice reel, you will have to give some feedback once you get a chance to fish it.
bootytrain reply :
On 2/22/2014 at 12:34 PM, aavery2 said:Nice reel, you will have to give some feedback once you get a chance to fish it.
Taking it out this weekend. First impressions, the paint job and clear coat is very much subpar, but I knew that going in. Feels stiff and geary, hopefully it will loosen up and smooth out with use. Spool is super shallow, only 8.2 grams, and the spare "deeper" spool is only 8.4 grams. Going to see if it can throw lighter and farther than the Aldebaran BFS.
Maico1 reply :
Very Sweet looking Reel…...
aavery2 reply :
On 2/22/2014 at 12:54 PM, bootytrain said:Taking it out this weekend. First impressions, the paint job and clear coat is very much subpar, but I knew that going in. Feels stiff and geary, hopefully it will loosen up and smooth out with use. Spool is super shallow, only 8.2 grams, and the spare "deeper" spool is only 8.4 grams. Going to see if it can throw lighter and farther than the Aldebaran BFS.
I'd give those spool bearings a good cleaning and see what she has. I wonder if some of what you are feeling is related to the braking system. I love those knobs, any chance you could post the P/N from the schematic for those when you have a chance.
aavery2 reply :
One of these new aluminum clutch would look fantastic on that reel
http://www.hedgehog-studio.com/data/troutgeargarage/image/abu_cr_a_blk.jpg
bootytrain reply :
On 2/22/2014 at 9:13 PM, aavery2 said:I'd give those spool bearings a good cleaning and see what she has. I wonder if some of what you are feeling is related to the braking system. I love those knobs, any chance you could post the P/N from the schematic for those when you have a chance.
I'm pretty sure the knobs are ZPIs. They are actually a hollow hard plastic, not rubber. I'll check the schematic tonite and post the part number.
0119 reply :
On 2/22/2014 at 12:54 PM, bootytrain said:First impressions, the paint job and clear coat is very much subpar, but I knew that going in.
I always thought that with Revo's but had hoped the JDM versions had been better made for a more demanding customer. Are you seeing the clear coat separating? The paint look thin?
thehooligan reply :
RoLo reply :
A terminal disease with no known cure
PATHETIC!
Roger
msk reply :
My collection:
Dx with Revolution Premier
Coalition with Chronarch
Crucial with Curado
Premier with Stradic Co
bootytrain reply :
On 2/22/2014 at 9:13 PM, aavery2 said:I'd give those spool bearings a good cleaning and see what she has. I wonder if some of what you are feeling is related to the braking system. I love those knobs, any chance you could post the P/N from the schematic for those when you have a chance.
Got to fish it this weekend, performance wise its easily a match for the Aldebaran BFS. I didn't fish them side by side but I used the same lures. The lightest one I was throwing was a 2.3 gram lipless crank and a 2.4 gram SK bitsy minnow which equates to about 3/32 oz. Hard to say about distances but Id say about 40 feet with a nice deliberate side arm swing. I did backlash a lot dialing it but they were really easy to pick out since the spool is so shallow lol. As far as the knobs, they are actually the ZPI BFC light finesse knobs. The schematic doesn't even list them but heres more info for you http://www.office-zpi.com/httpdocs/jpn/15_knob/knob_lightfinesse.html
basshole77 reply :
JDM Abu Garcia NEOS 2500 - for sale on ebay $285 brand new!
ROCbass reply :
Casting from Left: 6'M Ugly stik/Ardent c400, 6'6" M Fenwick Goldenwing/Lews Speed Spool, 6'6"MHF St croix Avid/BPS Carbonlite, 7'M Ugly Stik Lite Pro/Curado 200E5, 7'MHF St Croix Mojo/Team Diawa Advantage 150H, 7'MH 2pc Acadia rod/Abassaduer c4 4600, BPS Bionic Blade 7'6"H MF/Ambassaduer C3 6500.
Not as nice as some collections, but it gets the job done for me. The 6' ugly has a cracked reel seat, I think I want to replace it with a 2 pc st croix Premier. I also wouldn't mind either adding a spinning combo or replacing the ugly stik spinning rod with a 2 pc Avid.
thehooligan reply :
My Conquest 51 came in today, has some battle scars but its in alright condition. Put on an 80mm zpi cf handle, zpi knob bearings, and zpi gold nut. Did a thorough cleaning and added hedgehog air bearings. Very smooth, and casts further then my bfs xg....
thehooligan reply :
Forgot to mention its paired with a 6'8 medium cumara. This will be my small crankin combo this year...
DelcoSol reply :
Matt I think you may have a problem.. 
Nice.
thehooligan reply :
On 2/27/2014 at 9:59 AM, DelcoSol said:Matt I think you may have a problem..
Haha, its an addiction !!
kickerfish1 reply :
Should have never sold that Conquest 51 in the first place! Now you are back in business!
thehooligan reply :
On 2/28/2014 at 7:50 AM, kickerfish1 said:Should have never sold that Conquest 51 in the first place! Now you are back in business!
Yea yea... Well you live and learn. My chances of finding another mint 51s is pretty slim but this one will happily fill the spot for now.
kickerfish1 reply :
I am just messing with ya Matt! You know how much I love my 50 sized shimanos! Good looking outfit my friend!
Maico1 reply :
You gotta love the 50 size,one sweet little gem.On 2/27/2014 at 8:14 AM, thehooligan said:My Conquest 51 came in today, has some battle scars but its in alright condition. Put on an 80mm zpi cf handle, zpi knob bearings, and zpi gold nut. Did a thorough cleaning and added hedgehog air bearings. Very smooth, and casts further then my bfs xg....
bootytrain reply :
New Curado I
thehooligan reply :
Sweet !!
kickerfish1 reply :
Nice Curado I Booty! You have posted some great looking reels in this thread.
bootytrain reply :
Thanks... The new Curado cast a lot better than it looks!
Bamacapsfan reply :
Viewing all these cool.pics made me head and get a new setup. Gander Mtn has a pretty good sale going on. Picked up an Abu Garcia Revo SX and 7' MH Veritas rod to add to my beginners collection. Just now getting into bass fishing, spent most of my time trout, walleye and northern fishing.
Took it out in the backyard to practice and I'm still amazed at the distances I was achieving can't. Wait to get it on the lake. I'll try to post a smaller size pic once I figure it out.
buzzed bait reply :
Just scooped a new 6:3 Daiwa Tatula today. Can't wait to give it a shot! d**n BPS classic and their reel trade in…..
BassThumbAddict reply :
On 8/5/2012 at 10:28 AM, oldschoolbasser said:Here's some of my Ambassadeur Collection,plus a few of my "Customs" IMG_20120719_131546.jpg IMG_20120701_141409.jpg IMG_20120523_143559.jpg
I love all that gunmetal blue!
tbone1993 reply :
On 1/24/2014 at 12:35 AM, piscicidal said:My "finesse" bait cast combo. Use this for light worm fish, jerkbaits, senkos, etc. This one has the custom anodized star drag and cast control knobs from a Curado 200E7. Blue anodizing matches the accents on the Dobyns Champion rod (704C) very well.
If I didnt have to pay for gas/boat gas/lodging and everything else I would have enough money to outfit my champion and tournament pro the same way. Ordering a 765cb glass for my bb1 pro tomorrow
thehooligan reply :
Im going to try the swimbait thing this year, started by picking up a used calcutta 251. Ripped it apart and gave it a good cleaning.
Put a set of boca os bearings in, an 85mm zpi handle, and some extra eva knobs i had laying around. I will be putting some septons on when they come in. Have to figure out what line im going to use, seems like the pline cxx is very popular in the swimbait community. Also considering since this is a smaller reel to go with 50lb braid and flouro leaders, any opinions ?
Maico1 reply :
On 3/4/2014 at 8:16 PM, thehooligan said:Im going to try the swimbait thing this year, started by picking up a used calcutta 251. Ripped it apart and gave it a good cleaning.
Put a set of boca os bearings in, an 85mm zpi handle, and some extra eva knobs i had laying around. I will be putting some septons on when they come in. Have to figure out what line im going to use, seems like the pline cxx is very popular in the swimbait community. Also considering since this is a smaller reel to go with 50lb braid and flouro leaders, any opinions ?
Looks like you are well on your way to SwimBaiting....25 lb. Trilene Big Game will do the trick also.
thehooligan reply :
Reel will hold 120 yds of 14lb line, not sure what the max size line I can get on there. I plan on throwing lighter baits in the 3/4-2oz range....
buzzfrog reply :
On 1/24/2014 at 12:35 AM, piscicidal said:My "finesse" bait cast combo. Use this for light worm fish, jerkbaits, senkos, etc. This one has the custom anodized star drag and cast control knobs from a Curado 200E7. Blue anodizing matches the accents on the Dobyns Champion rod (704C) very well.
Is all that blue custom from the hawgtech, I got my custom made rod in white and orange. I wanted to do something like that to my smoke, orange and cork; all orange controle etc..
piscicidal reply :
On 3/5/2014 at 12:37 AM, buzzfrog said:Is all that blue custom from the hawgtech, I got my custom made rod in white and orange. I wanted to do something like that to my smoke, orange and cork; all orange controle etc..
If the smoke has an aluminum drag/cast control, I can strip/anodize it to match the orange on our handles.
For mor einfo, send me an email at: support@hawgtech.com
buzzfrog reply :
On 3/5/2014 at 1:08 AM, piscicidal said:If the smoke has an aluminum drag/cast control, I can strip/anodize it to match the orange on our handles.
For mor einfo, send me an email at: support@hawgtech.com
thank you, emailing now
buzzfrog reply :
WiregrassRiverRat reply :
On 3/5/2014 at 9:12 AM, buzzfrog said:
stupid thing wont let me upload right, anyway cant wait for froggin. got my 8 gear tatula today, paired with a 7'3 ***. the tatula spoke to me and said it is ok to have 2x frog/bronzeye shad setups. go buy the 7'1 tatula rod and revo premier for your T-rigging. I will obey
So to get this right ( I am trying to learn) you use the same rod/line/setup for a lipless crank that you use for froggin?
buzzfrog reply :
No, I wouldn't rods are to stiff, if your looking at my box below it , it is my top water box. So I keep my frogs and top water hard baits too
DirtyDeuceGoose reply :
A few combos I brought with me from MN to NC
Daiwa Sol w/ zillion handle on a 13 OBC71M
Daiwa Zillion 100SHA on a Zillion TDZL701MXB
Daiwa Zillion 100HA w/Hawgtech handle on a Cabela's TXS V
Daiwa T3BLS 100HS w/Hawgtech on a St.Croix MBC70MHF
Daiwa Tatula 100HS on a Carrot Stix Wild Black CWZ691MH-F-C
DirtyDeuceGoose reply :
Forgot to mention the sol and 100SHA both have boca orange seals
Jacob044 reply :
I know that this will tick off some fishermen out there, BUT my Wal Mart 39 dollar combo catches as many bass as your 300 dollar set up. Just sayin.
buzzfrog reply :
On 3/7/2014 at 7:03 AM, Jacob044 said:I know that this will tick off some fishermen out there, BUT my Wal Mart 39 dollar combo catches as many bass as your 300 dollar set up. Just sayin.
No need to be a smart ass about, some people this a hobby along with a sport
Jacob044 reply :
On 3/7/2014 at 7:10 AM, buzzfrog said:No need to be a smart ass about, some people this a hobby along with a sport
That didn't take long. I am not trying to be a smart ass, as you say. Just sayin. Touchy, touchy.
iabass8 reply :
On 3/7/2014 at 7:03 AM, Jacob044 said:I know that this will tick off some fishermen out there, BUT my Wal Mart 39 dollar combo catches as many bass as your 300 dollar set up. Just sayin.
Cool story
Bass Junkie reply :
If you're not trying to be, don't be. Pretty simple. This thread is for tackle enthusiasts who love their equipment to display it. Nothing more, nothing less. And I'll take that bet on the $30 vs $300 setup any day of the week.On 3/7/2014 at 7:17 AM, Jacob044 said:That didn't take long. I am not trying to be a smart ass, as you say. Just sayin. Touchy, touchy.
WiregrassRiverRat reply :
On 3/7/2014 at 7:22 AM, iabass8 said:Cool story
I feel like this should be followed by a hardy "Come at me Bro!" or a "Don't Bro me if you you don't know me!" "Do you even boat flip?" I made that last one up!
buzzfrog reply :
On 3/7/2014 at 7:23 AM, Bass Junkie said:If you're not trying to be, don't be. Pretty simple. This thread is for tackle enthusiasts who love their equipment to display it. Nothing more, nothing less. And I'll take that bet on the $30 vs $300 setup any day of the week.
Id take the bet too, unless were using spinnerbaits, lol
OK Bass Hunter reply :
It ain't about the price of the combo, it's the joy you get of fishing it, owning it, playing with it during cabin fever season and playing with it some more.
Arv reply :
Troll much?On 3/7/2014 at 7:17 AM, Jacob044 said:That didn't take long. I am not trying to be a smart ass, as you say. Just sayin. Touchy, touchy.
EdsBar reply :
On 3/7/2014 at 7:03 AM, Jacob044 said:I know that this will tick off some fishermen out there, BUT my Wal Mart 39 dollar combo catches as many bass as your 300 dollar set up. Just sayin.
The only combo I have from Walmart is my little 4' Ugly Stick which gets used periodically when I have to sneak it somewhere.
buzzfrog reply :
On 3/7/2014 at 2:33 PM, OK Bass Hunter said:It ain't about the price of the combo, it's the joy you get of fishing it, owning it, playing with it during cabin fever season and playing with it some more.
I play with mine like crazy...
Cgrinder reply :
Don't feed the troll.
John G reply :
On 3/7/2014 at 7:03 AM, Jacob044 said:I know that this will tick off some fishermen out there, BUT my Wal Mart 39 dollar combo catches as many bass as your 300 dollar set up. Just sayin.
Dude there are not to many $300.00 combos in this Thread! LOL
Arv reply :
Haha don't send him to the tackle tour thread...On 3/8/2014 at 9:17 AM, John G said:Dude there are not to many $300.00 combos in this Thread! LOL
buzzfrog reply :
got a link to that thread, I need a good drooling
Tim S. reply :
I use high-end gear for one main reason-dependability. When I set the hook on a BIG fish, the last thought I would ever have is "I hope my rod/reel/line doesn't fail me". And yes, ALL my combos cost way more than $300 each. Heck, my Steez reels retail for twice that.
Tim S. reply :
On 3/9/2014 at 3:11 AM, buzzfrog said:got a link to that thread, I need a good drooling
You would do more than drool.....
bootytrain reply :
Swapped the handle on the Curado I again, and used Core50 knobs. Shaved the weight down to 7.2 oz.
kickerfish1 reply :
Looks outstanding! A Curado I and another order to Hedgehog Studios is in the cards at some point. I dig the simplistic color design of the new Curado and aggressive styling contours!
bootytrain reply :
Its the 90mm hedgehog carbon handle. Fits over the stock dragstar perfectly and the angled bends in the handle fit the Curado really well. I have the finishing touches coming in from hedgehog studios as we speak.
gripnrip reply :
On 3/5/2014 at 9:12 AM, buzzfrog said:
stupid thing wont let me upload right, anyway cant wait for froggin. got my 8 gear tatula today, paired with a 7'3 ***. the tatula spoke to me and said it is ok to have 2x frog/bronzeye shad setups. go buy the 7'1 tatula rod and revo premier for your T-rigging. I will obey
Ah! The bluegill Iobee! One of my favorites!
Maico1 reply :
On 3/9/2014 at 12:20 PM, bootytrain said:Swapped the handle on the Curado again, and used Core50 knobs. Shaved the weight down to 7.2 oz.
Sweet Mods.....
buzzfrog reply :
On 3/9/2014 at 1:48 PM, gripnrip said:Ah! The bluegill Iobee! One of my favorites!
I cant brag about much in the bass world, but the blue gill color, has made me the poor mans Dean, lol
gripnrip reply :
On 3/9/2014 at 11:57 PM, buzzfrog said:I cant brag about much in the bass world, but the blue gill color, has made me the poor mans Dean, lol
Keep at it man. You'll break your PB with that bait alone!
Anyways, I just picked up a Ci4 yesterday. When I get a rod to pair with the reel, I'll post a pic...... I don't have anything that I deem worthy of this thread! LOL
Crankinstein reply :
That's an awesome Curado I!! I actually have a spare 90mm carbon handle from hedgehog that I ended up not using but unfortunately I have no new reel to put it on right now. I would consider the idea of getting one of those new *** concepts reels but they don't have any lefties yet.
buzzfrog reply :
seriously what is the link on tour. lol I cant find and I am tabbed over on that page
gripnrip reply :
On 3/10/2014 at 2:53 AM, buzzfrog said:seriously what is the link on tour. lol I cant find and I am tabbed over on that page
On tour?
buzzfrog reply :
On 3/10/2014 at 3:51 AM, gripnrip said:On tour?
yea, maybe it isnt pinned like the thread here, I looked in there forums, about to do a search but wrapped up in reading threads
deaknh03 reply :
On 3/10/2014 at 2:53 AM, buzzfrog said:seriously what is the link on tour. lol I cant find and I am tabbed over on that page
check out the "enthusiast" section. wear a bib.
Jrob78 reply :
Try the "show and tell" section
Tim S. reply :
http://forums.tackletour.com/viewforum.php?f=24
and
http://forums.tackletour.com/viewforum.php?f=27
Just search at the top, near the left side. Use the words "custom" and "lineup". You should have a towel ready.
Edit: Also, try "bfs" and "show off"....... 
buzzfrog reply :
thank you for all your help, got my wallet ready
The Pennsylvania Kid reply :
2014 Line up......
7' MHXF St Croix Avid Series MHXF With Shimano Curado 200G5 5.5:1
7' MHF St Croix Mojo Bass Series Graphite Crankbait Rod with Revo Winch 5.4:1
6'6 MF St Croix Triumph Series Rod with Revo S 6.4:1
7' MHF St Croix Mojo Bass Spinnerbait Rod with Shimano Chronarch 200E7 7.0:1
7' HF St Croix Mojo Bass Rod with Revo SX 6.4:1
6'9 MXF St Croix Mojo Bass Rod with Shimano Saros 2500FA Spinning Reel
7' MHF St Croix Tidemaster with Qauntum Smoke PT30 Spinning Reel
7' MHF St Croix Triumph Series with Pflueger Supreme Spinning Reel
The Pennsylvania Kid reply :
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BryanBrown reply :
7' St Croix Avid MHF
Shimano Curado 200 I HG
Hawgtech handle
ABEC-7 hybrid spool bearings
DirtyDeuceGoose reply :
Bryan, I'm about to do the same thing to mine. I was thinking blue to match my donyns champ but that green is Awesome
BryanBrown reply :
On 3/14/2014 at 4:44 AM, DirtyDeuceGoose said:Bryan, I'm about to do the same thing to mine. I was thinking blue to match my donyns champ but that green is Awesome
You won't regret it, from customer service, quality and even the packaging was A+ !!! I plan on getting my Shimano Chronarch 200E6 done in blue including the star drag and cast control knob.
DirtyDeuceGoose reply :
On 3/14/2014 at 5:04 AM, BryanBrown said:You won't regret it, from customer service, quality and even the packaging was A+ !!! I plan on getting my Shimano Chronarch 200E6 done in blue including the star drag and cast control knob.
I have 2 other swept handles from them and absolutely love them and will definitely be getting more 8)
Crankinstein reply :
wow man that green hawgtech looks awesome on that curado I!!
kcdinkerz reply :
that hawgtech handle looks sweet dude, but what are abec7 hybrids? only heard of ceramics
BryanBrown reply :
On 3/14/2014 at 9:06 AM, kcdinkerz said:that hawgtech handle looks sweet dude, but what are abec7 hybrids? only heard of ceramics
hybrid bearings use ceramic balls in place of steel ones, they are constructed with steel inner and outer rings vs ceramic where everything is ceramic.
kcdinkerz reply :
On 3/14/2014 at 9:40 AM, BryanBrown said:hybrid bearings use ceramic balls in place of steel ones, they are constructed with steel inner and outer rings vs ceramic where everything is ceramic.
thanks never heard of them
00 mod reply :
On 3/14/2014 at 4:40 AM, BryanBrown said:7' St Croix Avid MHF
Shimano Curado 200 I HG
Hawgtech handle
ABEC-7 hybrid spool bearings
Mine should be done Tuesday. Took it one step further. Can't wait to see how it turns out!
Jeff
hzzhangc reply :
My little gem. It so small feels like an egg in my hand. Have not decided which rod to pair with. And suggestions would be great appreciate.
Hogsticker reply :
Shimano Scorpion XT. 90 mm Semper Fi carbon handle, Hedgehog Studio deep purple dress up parts and Air spool bearings. Custom built Batson Rainshadow RX7 with thread wrap colors to match reel.
5fishlimit reply :
Here's what I've been working on. I've got a few Lews baitcasters, and some spinning gear in the closet.
Pictured: Daiwa PXL-R on a G. Loomis GL2, Daiwa Alphas Ito 103L on a Tatula rod, and 2 Daiwa Zillion 100HSL reels on Duckett Micro Magic rods.
OK Bass Hunter reply :
My humble collection.
http://www.flickr.com/photos/10418967@N05/13245322373/
Goose52 reply :
On 3/18/2014 at 11:56 PM, OK Bass Hunter said:My humble collection.
http://www.flickr.com/photos/10418967@N05/13245322373/
A nice squadron of Calcuttas/Conquests... 
OK Bass Hunter reply :
On 3/19/2014 at 11:36 PM, Goose52 said:A nice squadron of Calcuttas/Conquests...
Thinking of adding 2 more members to the family.
Goose52 reply :
On 3/20/2014 at 12:09 AM, OK Bass Hunter said:Thinking of adding 2 more members to the family.
Yeah - fun reels for sure. I'm up to 9 of them now and have a 2014 Conquest on order...
...and then will have to get the new model CQ50 when it comes out in 2015.
...and then I should be done !
thehooligan reply :
Some new swimbait goodness
lmbfisherman reply :
On 3/20/2014 at 8:50 PM, thehooligan said:Some new swimbait goodness
Brother, I think you have a problem. lol
00 mod reply :
On 3/20/2014 at 1:20 AM, Goose52 said:
...and then I should be done !
Yea right! LOL
Jeff
RoLo reply :
I give up, when were "Blob-baits" renamed Swimbaits? 
ostate_hayes reply :
On 12/3/2009 at 11:06 PM, J Francho said:This is not up to date, but gives you an idea of how I roll.
Reels:
Co-angler Tourney Kit:
You let your co angler use all that? I wouldn't mind
J Francho reply :
No, that's what I use when I'm in the back.
JigMe reply :
On 3/21/2014 at 9:59 AM, J Francho said:No, that's what I use when I'm in the back.
That's a ka-bar, what do you use that for?
Maico1 reply :
On 3/20/2014 at 1:20 AM, Goose52 said:Yeah - fun reels for sure. I'm up to 9 of them now and have a 2014 Conquest on order...
...and then will have to get the new model CQ50 when it comes out in 2015.
...and then I should be done !
You will never be done.....
Maico1 reply :
On 3/20/2014 at 8:50 PM, thehooligan said:Some new swimbait goodness
Someone is nosing over to the swim bait world.....
MCS reply :
On 3/21/2014 at 8:31 PM, JigMe said:That's a ka-bar, what do you use that for?
In case the boater gives him problems j/k lol
J Francho reply :
It's actually a Cutco Fishernans Friend. Adjustable fillet knife, line cutter, hook sharpener. Pretty useful. If you don't know what you need a good knife for, then I don't know what for, lol.
DirtyDeuceGoose reply :
Finally got around to installing a few more HawgTech handles
J Francho reply :
You have a kitchen on your ceiling!
DirtyDeuceGoose reply :
I know! It's weird because when you click to enlarge it, it goes right side up. Technology??
Cgrinder reply :
On 3/23/2014 at 9:49 AM, DirtyDeuceGoose said:Finally got around to installing a few more HawgTech handles
How's the swept handle on that Sol?
TheDanShinSwimbaiter reply :
my M.O.A.M. XH swimbait rod. made in colorado.
phenix 838 blank. fuji concept alconite micro guides spiral wrapped right.
Daiwa luna 253
Seaguar abraizx 25# flouro
DirtyDeuceGoose reply :
On 3/23/2014 at 11:08 AM, Cgrinder said:How's the swept handle on that Sol?
I love it, once you start moving to longer handles it's really hard to go back. At least for me.
kingkong85 reply :
Top to bottom:
st croix rod and reel
Shimano clarus rod and daiwa reel
fenwick HMG rod and shimano reel
powell max rod and lew's bb1 pro reel
team lew's speed stick and lew's bb1 reel
thehooligan reply :
Everybody is ready for the year
roadwarrior reply :
BEE-U-TEE-FULL!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
OK Bass Hunter reply :
That new member to my Calcutta family will be getting here sooner than expected.
OK Bass Hunter reply :
Wow Hooligan, those are nice.
Fastmover3 reply :
My latest build.
kickerfish1 reply :
Is that a painted citica/curado 200e with a hawgtech handle?
kickerfish1 reply :
On 3/24/2014 at 4:41 AM, thehooligan said:Everybody is ready for the year
Straight ball'n! Very nice starting 5 Matt!
J Francho reply :
Looks like a Citica, based on the spool.
Fastmover3 reply :
It's a curado /chronarch hybrid. So it's a .....curarch lol. Started as a curado e7. Spool and other black accents are chronarch e-6. The hawgtech handle totally makes it . Paint by Paul Smith/Pizz customs. Then of course all the internal upgrades. Drag, bearings,massage ,wash and wax Took awhile but it came out great.
Fastmover3 reply :
Hooligan those are some sweet reels there. But I have to ask. Core or the jdm twin. I have a Aldebaran. I bought a aftermarket spool and mag brake set. I love it Any differences pluses minuses.
kickerfish1 reply :
On 3/24/2014 at 8:50 PM, Fastmover3 said:It's a curado /chronarch hybrid. So it's a .....curarch lol. Started as a curado e7. Spool and other black accents are chronarch e-6. The hawgtech handle totally makes it . Paint by Paul Smith/Pizz customs. Then of course all the internal upgrades. Drag, bearings,massage ,wash and wax Took awhile but it came out great.
Nice! And thanks for the clarification.
OK Bass Hunter reply :
Hooligan, those Megabass jerkbaits under those Conquests?
zachb34 reply :
I think I saw that on his Instagram nice looking reel thoughOn 3/24/2014 at 8:50 PM, Fastmover3 said:It's a curado /chronarch hybrid. So it's a .....curarch lol. Started as a curado e7. Spool and other black accents are chronarch e-6. The hawgtech handle totally makes it . Paint by Paul Smith/Pizz customs. Then of course all the internal upgrades. Drag, bearings,massage ,wash and wax Took awhile but it came out great.
Fishwhittler reply :
Fastmover3, I somehow missed the first custom Chronarch you posted here (the blue one), but both that one and this one are awesome. The Shimano E platform is an excellent platform for custom reel projects, and you knocked it out of the park.
Ever consider upgrading the drag stars to aluminum? The Core 100MG drag star isn't too expensive and would look incredible on either/both reels.
Fastmover3 reply :
Awesome tip. Thank you . I tried a aftermarket star drag. It was really expensive and I did not like the fit. Now that I know those will fit aluminum will be installed ASAP . Here is a pic of the first one 
Fishwhittler reply :
On 3/25/2014 at 5:59 AM, Fastmover3 said:Awesome tip. Thank you . I tried a aftermarket star drag. It was really expensive and I did not like the fit. Now that I know those will fit aluminum will be installed ASAP . Here is a pic of the first one
You'll also need the click plate and click plate retainer spring to retrofit the Core drag star, which are $0.99 each. The numbers for those parts are 2121 and 2120.
FYI, the Core 100MG drag star is the same shape as the Curado 200E's aluminum star, and is probably the same thing with black anodizing. The Core 50MG has a slightly more expensive drag star with straight prongs.
One other option: If one or both of those reels started life as a Curado 200E, you could have Hawgtech anodize the stock aluminum drag stars. Here are a few examples from Hawgtech's Faceblah page (not my reels):
I believe the cost is $15 per part, plus shipping.
BTW, I also did a reel not unlike yours, though I started with a Citica E. Here she is:
thehooligan reply :
On 3/24/2014 at 9:07 PM, Fastmover3 said:Hooligan those are some sweet reels there. But I have to ask. Core or the jdm twin. I have a Aldebaran. I bought a aftermarket spool and mag brake set. I love it Any differences pluses minuses.
I feel no difference between the two, i only picked up the mg because it has the 5:8 ratio for crankin.
On 3/25/2014 at 12:18 AM, OK Bass Hunter said:Hooligan, those Megabass jerkbaits under those Conquests?
Yep, vision 110's and pointer 100's
Fastmover3 reply :
Kicker. That is one sweet reel. It looks real tough. How did you drill those holes so perfect? Very nice.
Fishwhittler reply :
On 3/26/2014 at 11:37 AM, Fastmover3 said:Kicker. That is one sweet reel. It looks real tough. How did you drill those holes so perfect? Very nice.
Thanks. I used a ruler to mark the locations for the hole in the frame, and then freehanded the drilling.
*Hootie reply :
On 3/25/2014 at 5:59 AM, Fastmover3 said:Awesome tip. Thank you . I tried a aftermarket star drag. It was really expensive and I did not like the fit. Now that I know those will fit aluminum will be installed ASAP . Here is a pic of the first one image.jpg image.jpg
Do you guys actually fish with these reels or are they just show pieces?
Hootie
Fishwhittler reply :
On 3/26/2014 at 11:57 PM, hootiebenji said:Do you guys actually fish with these reels or are they just show pieces?
Hootie
Most of the upgrades I put in my reel were to improve performance. I haven't got a rod for it yet (going to get a custom, and I need to buy a car first), but that's the only thing keeping me from using this reel.
I couldn't justify spending that kind of $$ on a reel and then not using it.
MCS reply :
I was wondering some of these reels look like "trailer queens" of the hot rod world. I wondered myself if y'all took em out for a spin time to time. Lol
kickerfish1 reply :
I have 8 custom reels. All of them get fished, but when they are not in use they are in a TW reel cover.
MCS reply :
On 3/27/2014 at 5:08 AM, kickerfish1 said:I have 8 custom reels. All of them get fished but when not use they are in a TW reel cover.
These reels look awesome no doubt. Deffinately interesting some of the tweaks. The hybrids are cool.
Jimmers82 reply :
Just picked up a falcon lowrider LFC-6-1610s grass rod paired with a 6.4:1 lews tournament mg. And a lowrider shaky head LFS- 4-1610 paired with a shimano symetre 2500 can't wait to get em on the water
thehooligan reply :
All my reels are used, I want the best performance when I'm on the water. Only reel that sits on my shelve is the original Mitchell 308 that my dad gave me...
Maico1 reply :
Matt your reels are looking reel sweet.....Nice job putting them together...On 3/24/2014 at 4:41 AM, thehooligan said:Everybody is ready for the year
Fastmover3 reply :
For me. I have a rod for it. I dropped it and had to send it back for touch up. Cement is bad for reels. Anyway the blue one fishes. It also has upgrades and all the goodies. The other one has it all also. I just don't have the heart to put it out there. It came out so perfect. Went together great and is perfect. So it sits, waiting its turn. I am in no hurry to bring it out. Maybe next year
J Francho reply :
I had a couple trailer queens. I sold them to guys that will use them. It wasn't that I was afraid to use them, but they were sort of a showroom for stuff that you could have done. One was a Pixy - pixillasaurus rex. The other was an alphas type r.
hzzhangc reply :
Start looking for a handle for my 51s, the stock handle is way.....too short
Tim S. reply :
Got a few things I will post up shortly.....
RippinLips4 reply :
My dropshotting beauty
LuckyHandsINC. reply :
Been wanting to put up my whole collection for a long time, but still haven't gotten around to it. Here is my newest set up. Hopefully I'll get the rest up soon.
jhoffman reply :
On 3/28/2014 at 10:11 PM, hzzhangc said:Start looking for a handle for my 51s, the stock handle is way.....too short
You ever wanna sell that ito give me yell
OK Bass Hunter reply :
Added the rods. I'm short three reels. Thinking of Metaniums or Exsence DC's for the Cumaras and Curado I for the frog rod.
https://www.flickr.com/photos/10418967@N05/with/13565742404/
Master Bait'r reply :
I still really want bronzeback's UL baitcaster. Man, that sexy little orange mama might be one of my favorites I've ever seen haha
Hi Salenity reply :
On 2/5/2014 at 10:10 AM, thehooligan said:Got a few shimanos in today, lol.
Let me know if you can get more Blue boxes.
Master Bait'r reply :
On 12/9/2009 at 12:17 AM, Bronzefly said:UL Baitcast Combo?
Gah, just look at it!
Man I have some perfect rivers for that
Master Bait'r reply :
On 3/28/2014 at 10:46 AM, J Francho said:pixillasaurus rex.
Got any pics of that build? I'd love to see them!
J Francho reply :
No, I don't. It basically looks like any other orange Pixy, but with a different internals.
Tim Kelly reply :
My Morrum SX 3601 with Avail spool, avail 4 block brake, hedgehog air bearings and handle from some guy in Sweden who tricks them out with bearings. Tremendous BFS reel, almost impossible to backlash! Can cast 1/16 without too much difficulty and 1/8 effortlessly with accuracy.
Oh, and it gets used, so it's not super clean! LOL
Hogsticker reply :
Those Shimano boxes are fantastic. I'll never part with mine
OK Bass Hunter reply :
On 4/4/2014 at 2:18 AM, Hogsticker said:Those Shimano boxes are fantastic. I'll never part with mine
I have a couple I will never use.
Arv reply :
Reels, left to right
Daiwa Tierra 2000
Daiwa Tierra 2500
Lews Tournament Speed Spool
Lews Tournament Pro Speed Spool x3
Rods, top to bottom
Dobyns Champion 735c
Dobyns Champion 705cb
Dobyns Champion Extreme 744c
Powell Max 683c
Dobyns Champion Extreme 742sf
Shimano Cumara 6'8 M/F
John Hansen reply :
First rod I ever built. Not really a bass rod but it is a blast to fish for gills on this thing. The looks of pure confusion people give you when you have an epic battle with a fish and then pull up an average sized gill. Winston GVX 7'6" 3wt. The epoxy over my name and rod model isn't the neatest, but I am happy with how it all turned out. Built it for my high school senior project, and ended up getting the best overall grade with it.
aavery2 reply :
A couple that I have been working on for a while now. Almost have them finished, a few more details to take care of.
gripnrip reply :
The Falcon Finesse jig is my favorite rod! ^^
rippin-lips reply :
Glad to see the rcs knobs and zillion spool get put to good use. Good looking combos Avery.
aavery2 reply :
On 4/6/2014 at 11:27 AM, gripnrip said:The Falcon Finesse jig is my favorite rod! ^^
Very versatile rod, one of my favorite Falcons as well. The rod that the Sol is on is a full cork version of the Finesse Jig model as well. The 6'10 length makes for a nice jerkbait rod.
aavery2 reply :
On 4/6/2014 at 11:27 AM, rippin-lips said:Glad to see the rcs knobs and zillion spool get put to good use. Good looking combos Avery.
Thanks, I was happy to get them, thanks for the great deal.
bigbill reply :
On 3/7/2014 at 7:17 AM, Jacob044 said:That didn't take long. I am not trying to be a smart ass, as you say. Just sayin. Touchy, touchy.
I purchase outdated New rods and reels at 50% off the $100 list.
I have so many rod setups. I have setups for shore fishing and boat fishing. My money is in lures more than rod and reels. I have two more expensive hobbies to feed too.
But you guys do have some nice looking stuff there. It's so Purdy I'd hate to fish with it. Congrats there's some awesome reels there. Bigbill
MCS reply :
Finally got a combo worthy lol dobyns champion 734 with a energy pt 100hpt for spinnerbaits and Texas rigs some light jig and flipping duty.
Next up is my new project my first hot rod reel a revo gen 2 gonna add some of those after market parts lol this is fun I am starting to understand.
hzzhangc reply :
My favorite combo, very impressed with the DC system. Even with the tension knob totally loose there is no backlash at all.
Goose52 reply :
The new Commodore of the Calcutta Squadron reported for duty - 2014 Conquest 100.
I only have about an hour on the water with it but my first impression is that it does everything as well or better than the previous Conquest with one exception: the SVS system adds just a slight bit of complexity for removing the spool as compared to the previous model. Regarding the SVS - I'm still not sure that it's just "an elegant solution to a non-existent problem" or whether it adds great value. However, it IS handy to have some extra braking with external adjustment available to adjust for wind conditions, etc.
Ergonomically, it palms bigger than the previous model 50-size, but definitely feels smaller than the previous 100-size. The dropped-down gearbox is unnoticeable to me when cranking. The new thumb-rest on top of the reel is nice but the way I palm a reel, my thumb extends over the right edge of the reel so I don't notice it's there.
Anyway, I can already give it my highest rating: It works, catches fish......
John G reply :
Nice!On 4/13/2014 at 5:38 AM, Goose52 said:Anyway, I can already give it my highest rating: It works, catches fish......
Zebco202 reply :
Can someone tell me how to post a picture?
I don't have anything all that impressive but thought I would contribute to the topic....
Most of my stuff is old. At least 6-7 years or older. I haven't bought a new rod/reel in a while.
Spinning:
Mitchell 308X Reel - Mitchell Classic II Rod 6-0 Med.
Daiwa Cygnus Combo 2500-B reel, Rod - CYF662MRS 6-6 Med
Mitchell Avocet S2000 Combo - Rod: 7-0 Med
Daiwa Capricorn 1500XTC - Rod - Shimano Jimmy Houston Classic 6-6 Med
Quantum Octane Combo, Octane 10 - Rod 5-6 Light
Daiwa Sweepfire A-4000 - Rod - Bass Pro XPS Performance Graphite 6-6 MH
Casting:
Pflueger Criterion CTN440 - Rod - Berkley Bionix IM-50 6-6 Med.
Pflueger Trion Combo - Rod - 6-6 MH
Shimano Bantam Crestfire CR200B - Rod - Quantum QP60M 6-0 Med.
Shimano Bantam Curado CU200B5 - Shimano Jimmy Houston 6-6 Med
Quantum Inferno IN50CX - Rod - BPS Graphite Series 7-0 MH.
Quantum Accurist AC500PT - Rod - Quantum Tour Edition PT 6-6 MH
Daiwa Megaforce 100TSH - Rod - Quantum Tournament Grade 6-6 MH
Bass Pro Shop Johnny Morris JMP1-OH - Rod - Challenger 7-0 MH
I love me some baitcasters. I really need to look at up grading my spinning gear, but what I have works and they all catch fish.
Couple of extra rods in the garage that I don't have anything to put on them
Spinning: Daiwa Procaster Tournament 6-6 MH
Casting: Berkley Lightening Rod 5-6 MH
Casting: Berkly Lightening Rod 6-0 MH
Casting: Berkley Graphite Rod 5-6 Med - bought this rod at K-Mart about 25 years (or more) ago.
Goose52 reply :
On 4/16/2014 at 2:59 AM, Zebco202 said:Can someone tell me how to post a picture?
The easiest way is when you are posting - look for the button marked "More Reply Options." Click that, then at the bottom of the next screen look for the button marked "Choose files..." Click that and then browse your harddrive to find and select the photo you want to post. Click the "Open" button.
Another option - look for your user name at the top of every forum page. Click your user name, then look for the "My Gallery" link - click that and follow the prompts to create a gallery and to upload photos in your gallery. Once you have photos in your gallery, you select (click on) the image you want to post, then right click on that photo, then click on "Direct link to this image file." Then copy the URL that shows for that page. Go back to the thread that you want to post in, start a post, then click on the "Image" button (looks like a little TV) that appears to the right of the bold, italic, underscore, etc buttons. After clicking on the image button, paste in the URL you copied, and then click "OK" - the image should now appear in your post.
Another option - post your photos in one of the image hosting sites, grab the URL for the photo from that site, then hit the "Image" button in your post, paste the URL, then hit "OK."
Simple, huh......................
slimshad reply :
Guess you can say I like yellow. I decided to go with Wright and Mcgill and put them through a couple years of testing. So far the rods have held up and I have no complaints. At less than $100 a piece, I don't think you can go wrong. I have made most of my selection bait specific and add a combo when a new technique comes about.
thehooligan reply :
Its sammy time in a few weeks for me
kickerfish1 reply :
You have a tremendous collection of hardbaits Matt!
fishguy613 reply :
On 4/30/2014 at 9:10 PM, thehooligan said:Its sammy time in a few weeks for me
WOW!!!!!
buzzfrog reply :
time to post my horded, i meant rod collection.
8 ft Daiwa ballistic H with purple clunn 7 gear- flippin/pitchen
7'2 shimano crucial MHXF with Curado G, 7 grear- T rigs
6'10 shimano compre MH with stx 6.4.1- weightless and light flukes/soft jerks
7'2 allstar ast MH with lews bbz (?) 6 gear for football jigs
7' MH veritas with Abu s 6.4.1 for chatterbaits
6'8 st croix mojo M spinning with president for tubes..etc
7' veritas spinning M with Okuma trios for shakeyhead
7' JM carbonlite MH spinning with Daiwa lexa for weightless
7' MH mod st croix premier with 64.1 gen3 abu sx for bigger cranks
7'2 GOOD carrot stick with old orange carbonlite 6.4.1 for spinnerbaits and swim jigs this rod doesnt have a power
7'2 *** MH with Daiwa tatula type r 8 gear for frogs
7'3 custom MH-H XF frog rod with Quantum smoke 7.3.1 Frogs
6' allstar pistol grip, all around tight cover rod with h20 mettle
7' MH bionic blade with T3 Daiwa 8 gear for buzzbaits and soft frogs
6'8 Shimano sellus MHXF with Quantum Tour 7 gear for hardbody topwater
7' bucco M mod with pro Q 6.4.1 for small traps, 1.5 and 2.5s
not pictured 7'2 cumara MHF with Chromarch(on its way) for heavier Trigs
okuma stratos with 6'6 vendetta for Gf and bigger grubs
daiwa arid re tipped 5'9 tight cover and keep in car rod with mettle
Tywithay reply :
Here they are.
rippin-lips reply :
You sir have a problem haha
SudburyBasser reply :
On 5/6/2014 at 7:07 AM, Tywithay said:Here they are.
If I ever felt like I had a problem that picture made me feel normal :-)
kickerfish1 reply :
On 5/6/2014 at 7:07 AM, Tywithay said:Here they are.
Very impressive! Suppose you wouldn't break down the pairings further? Almost makes you wish you had a few more arms to fish all of it.
thehooligan reply :
On 5/6/2014 at 7:28 AM, SudburyBasser said:If I ever felt like I had a problem that picture made me feel normal :-)
Haha, same here...
jhoffman reply :
And I thought fifteen was bad
jhoffman reply :
Ill have to do an updated version soon, since i last posted my gear has really changed
thehooligan reply :
On 5/7/2014 at 7:35 AM, jhoffman said:Ill have to do an updated version soon, since i last posted my gear has really changed
Im constantly trying to keep my gear down to 5-6 combos but i keep selling reels, then finding deals on rods, its madness right now, lol.
buzzfrog reply :
On 5/7/2014 at 9:41 PM, thehooligan said:Im constantly trying to keep my gear down to 5-6 combos but i keep selling reels, then finding deals on rods, its madness right now, lol.
lol right now in the last few weeks I have bought 7 nice combos, cheapest rod a bionic blade, lol thank God for spring sale
plumworm reply :
I have a super dumb question: I just spent the better part of an hour (nothing on tv and am bored) reading this thread. I can understand adding parts, ie: new handles, gears, bearings etc. However, doing custom "paint jobs" on a fishing reel to match the rod? My fishing arsenal: 8 Shimano bantam 101's, purchased between '97 and '05. 2 Shimano Stradic 100's purchased in '96.(wood handles) 1 Shimano Stradic 4000 purchased in 2001, 3 Shimano Stradics 2500's purchased in '05-06. All mounted on St Croix Premier rods. All of the reels were $120.00 and all the rods were $80.00. I am retired and fish 80-100 days a year. I spend 2-3 weeks every spring fishing the southern "top 100" ie: Guntersville, Ky. Lake. Rayburn, Tablerock, Toho, Big "O" etc. None of my reels have ever been touched by a repair man. I clean and lube them every spring and fish all summer. Not one of these reels has ever failed me. When I was on Guntersville in March, the guide made a comment: " Those old "green" Shimanos never quit do they" Just give me my "old green" Shimanos and old Stradics and I'm a happy (fisherman) camper.
alexandboi reply :
Just got this in today. Bad picture since I was in a hurry to go to my classes...
aavery2 reply :
On 5/8/2014 at 11:51 AM, plumworm said:I have a super dumb question: I just spent the better part of an hour (nothing on tv and am bored) reading this thread. I can understand adding parts, ie: new handles, gears, bearings etc. However, doing custom "paint jobs" on a fishing reel to match the rod? My fishing arsenal: 8 Shimano bantam 101's, purchased between '97 and '05. 2 Shimano Stradic 100's purchased in '96.(wood handles) 1 Shimano Stradic 4000 purchased in 2001, 3 Shimano Stradics 2500's purchased in '05-06. All mounted on St Croix Premier rods. All of the reels were $120.00 and all the rods were $80.00. I am retired and fish 80-100 days a year. I spend 2-3 weeks every spring fishing the southern "top 100" ie: Guntersville, Ky. Lake. Rayburn, Tablerock, Toho, Big "O" etc. None of my reels have ever been touched by a repair man. I clean and lube them every spring and fish all summer. Not one of these reels has ever failed me. When I was on Guntersville in March, the guide made a comment: " Those old "green" Shimanos never quit do they" Just give me my "old green" Shimanos and old Stradics and I'm a happy (fisherman) camper.
So what's the question?
IAY reply :
On 5/8/2014 at 1:13 PM, alexandboi said:Just got this in today. Bad picture since I was in a hurry to go to my classes...
Sweet combo . Which model is your rod, Super Elseil?
alexandboi reply :
^Yep. Good guess haha. Sadly I won't get to use it till next Friday...
IAY reply :
On 5/8/2014 at 2:30 PM, alexandboi said:^Yep. Good guess haha. Sadly I won't get to use it till next Friday...
Well, I have no idea when my Cyclone advantage is going to get here to be paired with the my metanium so at least you can look at it
thehooligan reply :
On 5/8/2014 at 2:30 PM, alexandboi said:^Yep. Good guess haha. Sadly I won't get to use it till next Friday...
sweet combo !!
bootytrain reply :
New knobs for the BFS
OK Bass Hunter reply :
It's all about what makes each one of us happy. I'm just glad I found a group of people who share my passion for all things fishing. Keep the posts coming.
thehooligan reply :
On 5/9/2014 at 11:40 AM, bootytrain said:New knobs for the BFS
Knobs look great booty.
BradGuenette reply :
A few of the ladies
Maico1 reply :
On 5/9/2014 at 11:40 AM, bootytrain said:New knobs for the BFS
Sweet contrast you got working.
Tim Kelly reply :
On 5/9/2014 at 11:40 AM, bootytrain said:New knobs for the BFS
They look great!
Out of interest, how do you like your Aldebaran? I picked one up a couple of weeks ago and I'm slightly underwhelmed by it.
bootytrain reply :
Its actually my favorite reel. What is underwhelming about it to you? Maybe I can help?On 5/9/2014 at 10:51 PM, Tim Kelly said:They look great!
Out of interest, how do you like your Aldebaran? I picked one up a couple of weeks ago and I'm slightly underwhelmed by it.
Tim Kelly reply :
I expected it to be a better finesse caster I suppose. It does 1/8 fine, but any lighter it's no where near as good as my little morrum 3601 sx with an avail spool. Love the fast retrieve speed, but it just doesn't seem to be much of in improvement in light bait casting than a curado to me.
bootytrain reply :
On 5/9/2014 at 11:14 PM, Tim Kelly said:I expected it to be a better finesse caster I suppose. It does 1/8 fine, but any lighter it's no where near as good as my little morrum 3601 sx with an avail spool. Love the fast retrieve speed, but it just doesn't seem to be much of in improvement in light bait casting than a curado to me.
Yeah those avail spools are super shallow. I've thrown SK Bitsy Minnows which are 2.5 grams or 116th a good distance as well as 1/16th rooster tails even farther. What rod are you using? That's going to be 75% of the battle in throwing light lures. I use mainly a Major Craft Volkey BFS rated down to 132.
Tim Kelly reply :
It's an MHX blank I made up for it. Tried the Volkey, but prefer my MHX. Going on holiday to Spain tomorrow chasing bass, so I might learn to love it a bit more there.
bootytrain reply :
Oh and flush those bearings out. I also have a Revo LTZ and I'm hard pressed to see a difference in performance between the 2.On 5/9/2014 at 11:31 PM, Tim Kelly said:It's an MHX blank I made up for it. Tried the Volkey, but prefer my MHX. Going on holiday to Spain tomorrow chasing bass, so I might learn to love it a bit more there.
IAY reply :
Anyone in this forum have experience with KTF honey comb vs Avail?
5fishlimit reply :
On 5/9/2014 at 11:40 AM, bootytrain said:New knobs for the BFS
Where did you get those knobs? Those look amazing.
Tywithay reply :
On 5/10/2014 at 10:53 PM, 5fishlimit said:Where did you get those knobs? Those look amazing.
You can get them from Rakuten.
http://global.rakuten.com/en/store/getfish/item/dress_ld_op112/
bootytrain reply :
Yep this is where I got them. They are about a gram lighter than advertised.On 5/11/2014 at 9:31 AM, Tywithay said:You can get them from Rakuten.
http://global.rakuten.com/en/store/getfish/item/dress_ld_op112/
kcdinkerz reply :
hated the lews knobs so a buddy said try out abu eva knobs. fits on the lews just fine these are large eva knobs from abu
Master Bait'r reply :
On 5/9/2014 at 11:40 AM, bootytrain said:New knobs for the BFS
Who makes those handles? Never seen them before.
bootytrain reply :
AvailOn 5/13/2014 at 10:46 PM, Master Bait said:Who makes those handles? Never seen them before.
J Francho reply :
Those knobs really complement the lines on the reel. Looks space age. Like it.
Master Bait'r reply :
On 5/14/2014 at 8:23 AM, J Francho said:Those knobs really complement the lines on the reel. Looks space age. Like it.
I was thinking the same thing. I like the ergonomics and the finish- they look very comfortable.
I looked around for a while yesterday and couldn't find them... Booty where did you get these?
jlwest506 reply :
Maico1 reply :
http://global.rakuten.com/en/store/getfish/item/dress_ld_op112/On 5/14/2014 at 8:58 PM, Master Bait said:I was thinking the same thing. I like the ergonomics and the finish- they look very comfortable.
I looked around for a while yesterday and couldn't find them... Booty where did you get these?
IAY reply :
Shipment finally came in
LuckyHandsINC. reply :
On 5/15/2014 at 7:29 AM, IAY said:Shipment finally came in
That's a nice piece of fabric you got there.... Got any rods?
IAY reply :
On 5/15/2014 at 9:20 AM, LuckyHandsINC. said:That's a nice piece of fabric you got there.... Got any rods?
F4-68X7 Cyclone Advantage I will post pic later.
aavery2 reply :
On 5/15/2014 at 9:35 AM, IAY said:F4-68X7 Cyclone Advantage
Come on man lets see the goods
IAY reply :
The rod with Metanium HG
bootytrain reply :
Awesome combo! Diggin the Metanium love lately lol
Hogsticker reply :
I believe those are Avail aluminum handles...no? They come with your choice of retainer color
Maico1 reply :
Congrats on your latest investment..enjoy.
LuckyHandsINC. reply :
On 5/15/2014 at 10:40 AM, IAY said:
The rod with Metanium HG
Oh yeah, that's the stuff.
Crankinstein reply :
Amazing combo!! ...And its Lefty!!
Tim S. reply :
The red-trimmed one is built on a new Shikari blank(yes, new-but old-stock from a secret source ) It is 6'11 and is medium-hvy. power with a nice parabolic bend. It casts a 1/8 oz. Bitsy Bug with a plastic trailer well, but also will blast a 5/8 oz. squarebill with authority. It has Fuji Alconite microguides, an ECS reel seat with black hood and a Fuji weighted counterbalance butt. The cork grips are 2-tone and made by Batson, which look very nice, I think.The second is a Batson 7' RX-7 popping blank, model IP 843. A friend bought my spinning version of this rod and I kind of missed it, so I had one built for a casting reel
It has Fuji Alconite microguides with a Fuji ACS reel seat and a Fuji weighted counterbalance butt. Silver aluminum winding checks make it look really nice, too. This rod casts a #11 Rapala floater so well that I actually got it hung up in a tree on the first cast (but the reel might have had something to do with that, too). It casts light stuff phenomenally, which is exactly what I wanted it for-yet it handled a 3/8 oz. spinnerbait well also. Anyway, hope y'all enjoy, because I'm certain that I will! 
kickerfish1 reply :
Nice customs you have acquired Tim! They both look outstanding my friend!
thehooligan reply :
Nice rods tim
Alonerankin2 reply :
Yea those look and sound very handy....Use to
Be rod builders around louisville ... But not now
Pz3 reply :
Speed spool on berkley lightning shock medium action.
DelcoSol reply :
Well, I got to break in my DX744/Metanium combo with some jig fishing this weekend and I must say that I really love the rod. The reel however, I am not too sure on. It performed perfectly but it just feels a little bulky in my hand. After a long day my hand felt tired and cramped from holding it. I am wondering if I sould have gone with a Core.. I feel like if I sell it and get a Core I am moving backwards in reel technology. I lose the 8:1, the X ship, and the Micro Gearing. Anyone else have a Core and Metanium? If so how would you compare the two?
JohnFromLisbon reply :
This is my cranking setup: G Loomis 783 cranking rod with a Core 101Mg. It's setup for shallow to medium crankbaits, from Scatter Raps to DT4s and 6s.
Crankinstein reply :
Nice!!! My shallow to mid cranking setup is also a core 101 MG. Absolutely love that reel!
Jd_Phillips_Fishin reply :
Casting rods:
6'6'' med heavy Abu Garcia blue max combo
7' Skeet Reese spinnerbait/worm
7' med heavy BPS rod
6'6''med heavyBPS rod
7'8''Okuma EVX crankin
Spinning rods:
6'6''Daiwa shock combo
6'6''Quantum tour
Casting reels:
Lews speed spool tourament MG7.1:1
Quantum kinetic energy 5.1:1
Shimano curado 3.8:1
Abu Garcia blue max combo 6.2:1
Spinning reels:
Daiwa shock combo
Daiwa sweep fire
Soon to be added:
7' cashions heavy or 7'2'' mh Shimano crucial
2or3 more Lews speed spools 7.1:1
TheCodFather reply :
On 12/5/2009 at 12:08 PM, -HAWK- said:My Shimano Collection....
I'm fairly new to baitcasters. How much do bad boys like those run? I'm kind of stuck between a rock and a hard place. I don't really have the budget for the really expensive rigs but then again I don't want to spend $100 on some rod and reel that is going to be a waist of my time.
TheCodFather reply :
On 5/1/2014 at 4:29 AM, buzzfrog said:time to post my horded, i meant rod collection.
8 ft Daiwa ballistic H with purple clunn 7 gear- flippin/pitchen
7'2 shimano crucial MHXF with Curado G, 7 grear- T rigs
6'10 shimano compre MH with stx 6.4.1- weightless and light flukes/soft jerks
7'2 allstar ast MH with lews bbz (?) 6 gear for football jigs
7' MH veritas with Abu s 6.4.1 for chatterbaits
6'8 st croix mojo M spinning with president for tubes..etc
7' veritas spinning M with Okuma trios for shakeyhead
7' JM carbonlite MH spinning with Daiwa lexa for weightless
7' MH mod st croix premier with 64.1 gen3 abu sx for bigger cranks
7'2 GOOD carrot stick with old orange carbonlite 6.4.1 for spinnerbaits and swim jigs this rod doesnt have a power
7'2 *** MH with Daiwa tatula type r 8 gear for frogs
7'3 custom MH-H XF frog rod with Quantum smoke 7.3.1 Frogs
6' allstar pistol grip, all around tight cover rod with h20 mettle
7' MH bionic blade with T3 Daiwa 8 gear for buzzbaits and soft frogs
6'8 Shimano sellus MHXF with Quantum Tour 7 gear for hardbody topwater
7' bucco M mod with pro Q 6.4.1 for small traps, 1.5 and 2.5s
not pictured 7'2 cumara MHF with Chromarch(on its way) for heavier Trigs
okuma stratos with 6'6 vendetta for Gf and bigger grubs
daiwa arid re tipped 5'9 tight cover and keep in car rod with mettle
Which is your favorite?
roadwarrior reply :
Nice collection
thehooligan reply :
On 5/22/2014 at 7:25 AM, DelcoSol said:Well, I got to break in my DX744/Metanium combo with some jig fishing this weekend and I must say that I really love the rod. The reel however, I am not too sure on. It performed perfectly but it just feels a little bulky in my hand. After a long day my hand felt tired and cramped from holding it. I am wondering if I sould have gone with a Core.. I feel like if I sell it and get a Core I am moving backwards in reel technology. I lose the 8:1, the X ship, and the Micro Gearing. Anyone else have a Core and Metanium? If so how would you compare the two?
Well i have huge hands and didnt like the size of the new chronarch, which is pretty much the same as the metanium. I use the shimano 50 size reels for everything. Feels so much better in hand. I dont think your moving back in tech, a core or aldebaran will suit your needs fine.
Hogsticker reply :
DelcoSol - I really dig my 2 Scorpion XT 1001s with super ship. I also have the Core and agree with TTs assessment that something about the aluminum version, pretty much being this reel casts a little better and feels super nice. I don't think you would be taking a step back at all, with enough money left over to tune and dress it to the nuts.
DelcoSol reply :
Thanks for the replies guys. I want to go and get my hands on a Core maybe tomorrow and make a decision after this weekend. Matt, it's funny you mention having large hands and not liking the Ci4. I also have large hands and you would think that the larger reel would't be a problem but it seems to be. I love how small the Aldebaran BFS is. My hand engulfs it and it is so light.
Do you guys know anything about the Shimano Exsence? What size is it? I am curious as to how the DC cast control is.
bootytrain reply :
On 5/24/2014 at 6:37 AM, DelcoSol said:Thanks for the replies guys. I want to go and get my hands on a Core maybe tomorrow and make a decision after this weekend. Matt, it's funny you mention having large hands and not liking the Ci4. I also have large hands and you would think that the larger reel would't be a problem but it seems to be. I love how small the Aldebaran BFS is. My hand engulfs it and it is so light.
Do you guys know anything about the Shimano Exsence? What size is it? I am curious as to how the DC cast control is.
I have one, its awesome. Super smooth. On the heavy side but it doesn't bother me. The DC system is fookin awesome.. I has a special night mode where you don't even have to thumb it at all, even when the lure hits the water. Theres a extensive reader review on it on TT which is spot on. For $300 its tough to beat. Its got the body of the Core100/Chronarch D but with X Ship, so its basically the same size as the new Metanium but higher. Heres some pics.
Hogsticker reply :
The Excense DC is the same size as a Chronarch D series. Its a little big and heavy, but well.....I mean well worth it
DelcoSol reply :
Thanks Booty. While it is interesting, I think it may be a little heavy and big for me.
fisherrw reply :
Just picked up a castaway go2 6'6 at Walmart for 30 bucks yesterday usually 100.
OK Bass Hunter reply :
The newest member to the family should be here by Friday. Pictures are to follow.
roadwarrior reply :
Congratulations in advance!
Tywithay reply :
On 5/24/2014 at 6:37 AM, DelcoSol said:Thanks for the replies guys. I want to go and get my hands on a Core maybe tomorrow and make a decision after this weekend. Matt, it's funny you mention having large hands and not liking the Ci4. I also have large hands and you would think that the larger reel would't be a problem but it seems to be. I love how small the Aldebaran BFS is. My hand engulfs it and it is so light.
Do you guys know anything about the Shimano Exsence? What size is it? I am curious as to how the DC cast control is.
Exsence uses the same body as a Core 100.
ShimanoDobynsGuy reply :
A shot of a few of my rigs..
ChicagoEd reply :
On 5/31/2014 at 10:33 PM, ShimanoDobynsGuy said:A shot of a few of my rigs..
nice setups and rig!
ShimanoDobynsGuy reply :
TyOn 5/31/2014 at 10:41 PM, ChicagoEd said:nice setups and rig!
OK Bass Hunter reply :
The newest member of the family has arrived and she's a beaut. Too bad she only speaks Japanese.
https://www.flickr.com/photos/10418967@N05/14313247992/
https://www.flickr.com/photos/10418967@N05/14311764901/in/photostream/
https://www.flickr.com/photos/10418967@N05/14128455220/in/photostream/
https://www.flickr.com/photos/10418967@N05/14128458070/in/photostream/
https://www.flickr.com/photos/10418967@N05/14311764901/in/photostream/
IAY reply :
On 6/1/2014 at 5:03 AM, OK Bass Hunter said:The newest member of the family has arrived and she's a beaut. Too bad she only speaks Japanese.
https://www.flickr.com/photos/10418967@N05/14313247992/
https://www.flickr.com/photos/10418967@N05/14311764901/in/photostream/
https://www.flickr.com/photos/10418967@N05/14128455220/in/photostream/
https://www.flickr.com/photos/10418967@N05/14128458070/in/photostream/
https://www.flickr.com/photos/10418967@N05/14311764901/in/photostream/
Sweet reel ^^ what rod are you putting that baby on?
OK Bass Hunter reply :
Still looking around for a rod.
thehooligan reply :
Think im gonna get her out for a bit today...
Alonerankin2 reply :
Sweet! Hooligan.. Sweet!
kawiguy08 reply :
Just Picked her up yesterday. Med-Heavy carbonlite, BPS Pro Qualifier 7.1.1, with 40lbs braid. It is going to be for frogs mostly but I other things also as I learn. I can't wait to get on the water with it.
OK Bass Hunter reply :
On 6/4/2014 at 6:11 AM, kawiguy08 said:Just Picked her up yesterday. Med-Heavy carbonlite, BPS Pro Qualifier 7.1.1, with 40lbs braid. It is going to be for frogs mostly but I other things also as I learn. I can't wait to get on the water with it. ROD.jpg
Very nice. Half the fun is getting the combo and the other half is fishing it.
kawiguy08 reply :
I know i felt like a little kid when i was in bass pro. Just got done fishing with it and man is it nice. It is my first baitcaster. They are alot simpler to use then i thought.
hzzhangc reply :
Alphas R+IXA parts
rippin-lips reply :
Looks great
thehooligan reply :
^ Sweet
aavery2 reply :
Great looking Alphas, like the dragstar.
Tim S. reply :
I'm a sucker for an Alphas of any variant! Nice reel!
hzzhangc reply :
On 6/5/2014 at 8:54 AM, aavery2 said:Great looking Alphas, like the dragstar.
There are two things I don't like so far. The none clicking dragstar and cheap plastic knobs.
Cgrinder reply :
On 6/5/2014 at 11:40 AM, hzzhangc said:There are two things I don't like so far. The none clicking dragstar and cheap plastic knobs.
Both of those things are fixable with $. I like how yours looks though.
aavery2 reply :
On 6/5/2014 at 11:40 AM, hzzhangc said:There are two things I don't like so far. The none clicking dragstar and cheap plastic knobs.
Both of those are easily remedied with some minor upgrades.
thehooligan reply :
Cumulus, bfs xg, and a balsa bull. Topwater Bliss...
rcaddell23 reply :
My junk...
#1 Combo (Flipping/Pitching and Frogs)
- Falcon Bucoo “Lizard Dragger” 7‘ H-F
- Lew’s SuperDuty Speed Spool 7.1:1 (50# Suffix 832)
#2 Combo (Soft Plastics)
- Shimano Crucial 6’8” MH-F
- Lew’s Tournament Pro Speed Spool 7.1:1 (12# InxizX)
#3 Combo (Cranking)
- Bass Pro Carbonlite 7’ M-M
- Lew’s BB1 Pro Speed Spool 6.4:1 (15# InvizX)
#4 Combo (Spinners, Topwater)
- Bass Pro Shop Carbonlite 6’6’’ MH-F
- Lew’s Speed Spool Tournament 6.4:1 (12# Yo-Zuri Hybrid)
#5 Combo (Drop Shot, Mix of Lighter Lures)
- Shimano Clarus M-XF
- Shimano Sahara 2500FE (8# Yo-Zuri Hybrid)
#6 Combo (Back-up)
- St Croix Premier 6'6'' M-F
- Daiwa Megaforce 7.1:1
Master Bait'r reply :
Hope everybody had a nice weekend! This is my NRX 852c and Curado 51e w/ Abec7s aaaand of course my beverage of choice for the afternoon.
thehooligan reply :
^ Nice Selection 
aavery2 reply :
Are those your toenails, nice color.......
thehooligan reply :
Going through my Zip Baits collection this morning, love these things....
kickerfish1 reply :
On 6/10/2014 at 12:33 AM, aavery2 said:Are those your toenails, nice color.......
He should have went with forest green to to accent the rod and reel!
JohnDHenry reply :
Sorry, don't have any pics but here are my setups:
T-Rig Plastics: BPS Pro Qualifier & 6'6 Medium Casting Berkley Lightning Rod Shock rod
Jigs: BPS Pro Qualifier & 7' Medium Heavy BPS Pro Qualifier rod
Topwater: BPS Extreme Tournament & 7' Medium BPS Pro Qualifier rod
Crankbaits: BPS Tourney Special & 6'6 Medium Heavy Quantum ? rod
Spinnerbaits: BPS Prolite & BPS 6'6 Medium Heavy BPS Graphite Series rod
I have more reels that either need to be repaired or need a rod.
aavery2 reply :
On 6/10/2014 at 1:34 AM, kickerfish1 said:He should have went with forest green to to accent the rod and reel!
agreed, some people have no sense of fashion.
Mikell reply :
Just wanted to show my newest gear, this is gear that I have upgraded too! Finally was able to buy some really good gear that ill be able to use for a long time, with proper technique and care of course!
From top to bottom:
Dobyns Champion 734c w/ Pinnacle Optimus XiHS 7.3:1 Suffix 832 40#- I use this for just about anything from square bills, worming, and some frogging, buzzbait chatter bait, big worms on lighter trigs or even weightless big worms
7'1 Duckett White Ice Heavy Byron Velvick Model w/ Lews Tournament Pro 6.4:1 PP 50#- I actually use this for Flippin n Pitchin and some Punchin, I fish in Florida from the bank so a shorter rod helps me actually to flip and pitch my heavy stuff. Also for heavier worming trigs and crigs.
7'1 MF St. Croix LTB Pflueger Patriarch 7.9:1 Invisx 12# Floro- This is a super versatile rod I can do light reaction baits, spinnerbaits squarebills and my main purpose is finesse and lightweight worming!
I love these rods and reels and as you can see im not picky or loyal to a brand whatever I can get thats quality is alright with me!
-HAWK- reply :
Blown away that this thread is still going!!! I been away for a couple years and I been spending the last couple days drooling over the gear in this thread. Looks like my Tackle gear needs some upgrading!!
Goose52 reply :
Occasionally I would look at this thread and think that Hawk started all this - where the HECK is he? Welcome back! I bet you didn't think this thread would be coming on ONE-QUARTER MILLION views...
Tim S. reply :
On 5/18/2014 at 12:36 PM, Tim S. said:
After some major indecisiveness on my part, I finally picked up my 2 rods this morning. I already broke them in at a little pond by the house, too.The second is a Batson 7' RX-7 popping blank, model IP 843. A friend bought my spinning version of this rod and I kind of missed it, so I had one built for a casting reel
I got a 23# flathead on a crankbait this morning on the rod with red trim. The Carbontex drag did it's job surprisingly well.
kickerfish1 reply :
Pictures of the new rods? We already know they will have Alphas variants on them!!!
Tim S. reply :
On 6/12/2014 at 1:06 PM, kickerfish1 said:Pictures of the new rods? We already know they will have Alphas variants on them!!!
You saw them already, back on page 83, post #1245(near the bottom of the page).
http://www.bassresource.com/bass-fishing-forums/topic/40660-show-off-your-stuff/page-83
Hi Salenity reply :
On 6/9/2014 at 9:29 PM, Master Bait said:
Hope everybody had a nice weekend! This is my NRX 852c and Curado 51e w/ Abec7s aaaand of course my beverage of choice for the afternoon.
Nice rod & toenails!
kickerfish1 reply :
On 6/13/2014 at 6:31 AM, Tim S. said:You saw them already, back on page 83, post #1245(near the bottom of the page).
http://www.bassresource.com/bass-fishing-forums/topic/40660-show-off-your-stuff/page-83
Awe yes, very nice! I thought perhaps you had a few tricks up your sleave that you were trying to sneak by.
Tim S. reply :
On 6/13/2014 at 11:30 AM, kickerfish1 said:Awe yes, very nice! I thought perhaps you had a few tricks up your sleave that you were trying to sneak by.
I do.... I have a nice TD-Z 100M with a few upgrades and a JDM TD-X Airmetal on the way!
kickerfish1 reply :
Nice snag on the 100M, a favorite of mine for bottom contact apps! It has been a down year for me on the fishing tackle end of things with all the medical expenses. Hoping to get back in the tackle mix again soon!
thehooligan reply :
KTF spool came in today, hitting the pond in a bit to test it out. Reel weight is now 4.76oz
bootytrain reply :
Dang dude, do you even throw baits light enough to test that spool? LolOn 6/17/2014 at 2:55 AM, thehooligan said:KTF spool came in today, hitting the pond in a bit to test it out. Reel weight is now 4.76oz
thehooligan reply :
Yep, was trying to get a casting rig to throw 1/16oz shakeyheads & flickshakes. I spooled it with 8lb flouroclear and was shocked the distance I was getting over the stock spool. I'm using a 6'5 cumulus but considering a 682 Recon.
I'm gonna downsize to 6lb line, just have to figure out which one as I'm a braid guy... I've heard good things about pline CX, sunline super natural, and sufix elite/siege.
kickerfish1 reply :
Nice! The reel is on a serious diet. At 4.76 ounces it is incredible! Nice job Matt!
aavery2 reply :
Looks like a fantastic upgrade, I will be looking for the review.
Crankinstein reply :
Really awesome reel!! I've always loved the BFS. To get it under 5oz is incredible, I still think my core is a featherweight but that takes it to a whole new level. Post you final combo with rod and line when you get it set I'd like to see it. I may be in the market for an ultra light BC for small baits some time soon and I'm looking for ideas.
Master Bait'r reply :
Wow that BFS is silly awesome. How do you like the small hard ZPI knobs? Comfy?
thehooligan reply :
On 6/17/2014 at 8:30 PM, Master Bait said:Wow that BFS is silly awesome. How do you like the small hard ZPI knobs? Comfy?
Thanks, the knobs are pretty cool, there a bit lighter then the septons. Being aluminum, sorta feels a little more connected with the reel...
Master Bait'r reply :
That's sweet. I love the art of dialing.
yukyuklee reply :
Heres my gotos
JTP reply :
Got the new rod in today!
aavery2 reply :
On 6/21/2014 at 4:10 PM, JTP said:Got the new rod in today!
The Bud Light reel is better, weighs less.
John G reply :
Conquest 100, 85mm ZPI Handle, Power Grip II Knobs and a Core 100 Drag Star
Alonerankin2 reply :
On 6/22/2014 at 12:02 AM, John G said:Conquest 100, 85mm ZPI Handle, Power Grip II Knobs and a Core 100 Drag Star
That has a really nice look to it , without breaking the bank. Nice job !
John G reply :
On 6/22/2014 at 12:41 AM, Alonerankin2 said:That has a really nice look to it , without breaking the bank. Nice job !
Thank you!
DelcoSol reply :
Well I traded my Chronarch Ci4 for a Core 50MG7. I have not fished it yet but I must say that this reel just fits my hands so well. It's so small and light. Now I just have to decide if I want to use it on my jig rod instead of my Metanium.. I am officially a Shimano junky.
John G reply :
You are a smart man! I think the little 50 size Shimano's make great top water reels because of how well they palm.On 6/24/2014 at 10:15 AM, DelcoSol said:Well I traded my Chronarch Ci4 for a Core 50MG7. I have not fished it yet but I must say that this reel just fits my hands so well. It's so small and light. Now I just have to decide if I want to use it on my jig rod instead of my Metanium.. I am officially a Shimano junky.
thehooligan reply :
You guys all know im a shimano 50 series junky....
I think my chronarch ci4 lasted 2 weeks before i sold it, lol.
Alonerankin2 reply :
Oh yea, I am a right crank guy mostly, but I have 2 Curado 51E's that are leftys,, man I can flat work a topwater sooooo much easier and just more proficient . Shoot I even throw smaller cranks with it now, I like the 50/51 real well. The curado I is close, but not quite.... But real close! Now I need a JDM model!
John G reply :
On 6/24/2014 at 9:28 PM, Alonerankin2 said:Oh yea, I am a right crank guy mostly, but I have 2 Curado 51E's that are leftys,, man I can flat work a topwater sooooo much easier and just more proficient . Shoot I even throw smaller cranks with it now, I like the 50/51 real well. The curado I is close, but not quite.... But real close! Now I need a JDM model!
A great place to get the Scorpion XT1000 is Japan Lure Shop .com. I have bought several reels from them and everything went fine and they are cheaper than Japan Tackle. If you like the CU50E, you will love the XT1000.
Alonerankin2 reply :
That's exactly the reel Iam considering! Thanks for the Tip... I been a little Hesitant about ordering, but I really would like that reel with a upgraded shallow spool... Lol! Afraid I will get addicted!
John G reply :
On 6/24/2014 at 10:03 PM, Alonerankin2 said:That's exactly the reel Iam considering! Thanks for the Tip... I been a little Hesitant about ordering, but I really would like that reel with a upgraded shallow spool... Lol! Afraid I will get addicted!
I was wrong about the website address. Just Google Japan Lure Shop and they will come up.
Thanks to the advice of Maico 1, I have my XT1000 mounted on a Loomis Bronzeback Topwater Rod.
thehooligan reply :
On 6/25/2014 at 12:19 AM, John G said:I was wrong about the website address. Just Google Japan Lure Shop and they will come up.
Thanks to the advice of Maico 1, I have my XT1000 mounted on a Loomis Bronzeback Topwater Rod.
The scorpion is one of the only jdm shimano reels i havent owned yet. Ive always been curious if under the cast control cap if its like a core where its just a spool bearing and a clip. Or if its like the curado with a spool bearing and spring. Im guessing its like the curado cause its the jdm version of it, but i could be wrong...
Alonerankin2 reply :
That's a nice rig, John G and yea a good question Hooligan on the spring/ bearing
Maico1 reply :
On 6/25/2014 at 12:19 AM, John G said:I was wrong about the website address. Just Google Japan Lure Shop and they will come up.
Thanks to the advice of Maico 1, I have my XT1000 mounted on a Loomis Bronzeback Topwater Rod.
Reel sweet setup you have there..You must be having a blast casting with it.....
John G reply :
On 6/25/2014 at 6:36 AM, Maico1 said:Reel sweet setup you have there..You must be having a blast casting with it.....
I am! It's a great little rod and it sooooo easy to work whatever lure I using. Thank you!
John G reply :
On 6/25/2014 at 2:00 AM, thehooligan said:The scorpion is one of the only jdm shimano reels i havent owned yet. Ive always been curious if under the cast control cap if its like a core where its just a spool bearing and a clip. Or if its like the curado with a spool bearing and spring. Im guessing its like the curado cause its the jdm version of it, but i could be wrong...
It's just like the Curado with the spring.
IAY reply :
Scorpion is the name of Curado/Chronarch in JDM market pretty much
thehooligan reply :
Thanks John
John G reply :
No problem! Get one before they are gone!On 6/25/2014 at 8:33 AM, thehooligan said:Thanks John
DelcoSol reply :
Is the Adelbaran MG just a JDM Core?
John G reply :
On 6/25/2014 at 7:07 PM, DelcoSol said:Is the Adelbaran MG just a JDM Core?
I believe so.
thehooligan reply :
On 6/25/2014 at 7:07 PM, DelcoSol said:Is the Adelbaran MG just a JDM Core?
The alde mg7 is the JDM core. The alde mg is the only 50 size with a 5:8 gear ratio. That's what I have for crankin...
thehooligan reply :
I regret tingly sold my mint conquest 51 shallow special last year, wasn't really using it. Later on, i realized the mistake i made letting that gem go. Thought i could make it work by picking up a used 51 on ebay earlier this year. Ended up selling that to get another mint 51. Sold that last week to a member here, bought alot of tackle and needed to pay some bills.
Then... a couple days ago Cheng had to post a new in box 51 shallow special and i couldn't restrain myself...
Reel just showed up today and i already have my hedgehog order in We have a gold avail spool, bfs spool bearings, and an avail dragstar coming in....
Maico1 reply :
On 6/26/2014 at 2:33 AM, thehooligan said:I regret tingly sold my mint conquest 51 shallow special last year, wasn't really using it. Later on, i realized the mistake i made letting that gem go. Thought i could make it work by picking up a used 51 on ebay earlier this year. Ended up selling that to get another mint 51. Sold that last week to a member here, bought alot of tackle and needed to pay some bills.
Then... a couple days ago Cheng had to post a new in box 51 shallow special and i couldn't restrain myself...
Reel just showed up today and i already have my hedgehog order in
Matt ,
I saw that post then I saw you were all over it then I said to myself " sometimes you just have to have it" glad you are back in the game with that sweet 51S.....on to the upgrades.
thehooligan reply :
I almost want to put it on the shelf and just look at it, keep it new....
But i love these little reels, im going to put it up against my ktf aldebaran and see which performs better...
Maico1 reply :
That should be fun as it will be interesting to see what you think.....On 6/26/2014 at 4:44 AM, thehooligan said:I almost want to put it on the shelf and just look at it, keep it new....
But i love these little reels, im going to put it up against my ktf aldebaran and see which performs better...
aavery2 reply :
Not making light of the thread. I was digging around in the garage today and come across one of my old setups, this is a Shimano Bantam Mag Plus 25OXsg XHS. This was the big dog super high speed reel, had a blazing fast gear ratio of 5.1:1, the main gear is about the size of a quarter and it has 1 bearing, the rod is a Pistol Grip Shakespeare 5'6" med action grahite composite. This was how we use to get it done, this reel will still cast a 3/8oz spinnerbait 30 yards. Looking at this setup, almost makes me embarrassed at the money I have tied up in new high tech graphite rods and improved reels. Anyway just wanted to share.
J Francho reply :
I used very similar gear for years. Back then, it was a lot if money for a young man to spend, but looking back, I don't regret it. I'm sure I'll feel the same when I look back 20 years from now.
Goose52 reply :
On 6/28/2014 at 4:51 AM, aavery2 said:Not making light of the thread. I was digging around in the garage today and come across one of my old setups, this is a Shimano Bantam Mag Plus 25OXsg XHS. This was the big dog super high speed reel, had a blazing fast gear ratio of 5.1:1, the main gear is about the size of a quarter and it has 1 bearing, the rod is a Pistol Grip Shakespeare 5'6" med action grahite composite. This was how we use to get it done, this reel will still cast a 3/8oz spinnerbait 30 yards. Looking at this setup, almost makes me embarrassed at the money I have tied up in new high tech graphite rods and improved reels. Anyway just wanted to share.
Any tackle with the word "graphite" and "bearing" in the description is "modern"...
aavery2 reply :
On 6/28/2014 at 7:19 AM, Goose52 said:Any tackle with the word "graphite" and "bearing" in the description is "modern"...
You got me there, this was considered hi-tech equipment even as late as the mid 80's. I have some reels from the early 1900's through 1940. I still have my very first quality reel that was ever given me an old Abumatic 60, that my Grandmother gave me, believe it is circa 1950 +- a few years.
thehooligan reply :
I came from using a 6ft berkley rod and Mitchell 302 that my dad gave me. He won it in a miniature golf competition in the 60s, lol.
I used that combo up to about 5 years ago when the rod started to finally crack. Sometimes I look back and think about that old trusty combo and what I'm using now, lol. Good times !!
Hogsticker reply :
T3 1016 with 90 mm Tatula handle - Silver, Black and Blue
Curado 51E with 90mm Avail handle - Green, Gold and Gunmetal
If I had half a brain I would use this money to buy more rods, but I find this equally, if not more satisfying.
thehooligan reply :
^ Reels look great !!
Hogsticker reply :
On 6/29/2014 at 3:15 AM, thehooligan said:^ Reels look great !!
Thanks. The POM knobs are gonna take some getting use to, but the green knob caps and nut retainer match the reel perfect!!
thehooligan reply :
Nice, yea I've been on hedgehog way too much lately. All my reels are going through transformations...
John G reply :
On 6/28/2014 at 4:51 AM, aavery2 said:Not making light of the thread.
I'll bet no one here thought that you were making light of this Thread! This Thread is about showing your gear. My first baitcasting combo was a lot like yours in the pic. I had a Shimano Bantam Mag Plus 250SG and a 5'6" Fenwick Eagle Graphite. Unfortunately, I no longer have the rod but I do have the reel. My neglect as a kid makes it unusable today. I bought a couple of the Fenwick Eagle Graphites on ebay a while back and the Shimano that I had is on ebay all the time. I have thought about buying another one and using it just to bring back old memories.
JGBassinAL reply :
Two 200E5s I use for crankin. Both have Hawgtech 102mm swept handles with blue accents. I bought two Chronarch E star drags to put on these reels but I couldn't get them to fit. Was I mistaken to think they would fit? I like the Curado star drag better but I thought the black would look good on these. I'll probably buy blue ones eventually anyways haha.
Curado 200E7 with Hawgtech 94mm straight handle with purple accents (yeah I know it looks pink but I promise it's more of a purple haha)
Shimano Scorpion 1500XT with a Hawgtech 94mm straight, cork knobs, and gold accents.
Chronarch 200E6 with Hawgtech 94mm straight with blue accents.
Shimano Curado 200HG and Shimano Chronarch CH150CI4HG. Haven't gotten to upgrade them yet but hopefully I will soon. Also got a Metanium HG on the way! Thinking maybe a gold avail handle with sky blue accents for the Metanium from Hedgehog. What do you guys think? And sorry for the huge post, should have put all of the reels in one picture.
hzzhangc reply :
Tried some aftermarket CF handles recently. Also since I got less and less time on fishing I sold my metanium and got this combo, a curado 51 paired with Majorcraft Corkish 2 pic casting rod. Finally got a chance to fishing today and very impressed with the high quality cork handle and lightweight of the rod. Perfect combo for keeping in my car.
bootytrain reply :
Nice shimano.. Does hawgtech sell the knob caps separately?On 6/29/2014 at 10:30 AM, JGBassinAL said:
Two 200E5s I use for crankin. Both have Hawgtech 102mm swept handles with blue accents. I bought two Chronarch E star drags to put on these reels but I couldn't get them to fit. Was I mistaken to think they would fit? I like the Curado star drag better but I thought the black would look good on these. I'll probably buy blue ones eventually anyways haha.
Curado 200E7 with Hawgtech 94mm straight handle with purple accents (yeah I know it looks pink but I promise it's more of a purple haha)
Shimano Scorpion 1500XT with a Hawgtech 94mm straight, cork knobs, and gold accents.
Chronarch 200E6 with Hawgtech 94mm straight with blue accents.
Shimano Curado 200HG and Shimano Chronarch CH150CI4HG. Haven't gotten to upgrade them yet but hopefully I will soon. Also got a Metanium HG on the way! Thinking maybe a gold avail handle with sky blue accents for the Metanium from Hedgehog. What do you guys think? And sorry for the huge post, should have put all of the reels in one picture.
JGBassinAL reply :
On 6/29/2014 at 1:20 PM, bootytrain said:Nice shimano.. Does hawgtech sell the knob caps separately?
I'm not 100% sure if they do but I believe they will. PM Piscicidal, he could tell you!
dam0007 reply :
Nothing special Chronarch 201e5,6,7 Curado 201g7,7 Citica 201g6 (2) Tatulas (1) Type R, Quantum Accurist and Aird
EDIT*
Spinning:
St Croix Premier 6' M/F w/ Shimano Sonora 2500
Quantum Acurist 6'6' M/F w/ Accursit 20
*** 7'1" MH/F w/ Lews CF300
Shimano Cumara 7'2" ML/F w/ Stradic Ci4 2500
Casting:
Daiwa AirD 6'6" MH/F
Daiwa Team 7' H/F
Daiwa Team 7' M/F
Irod Genisis 2 "Freds Magic Stick" 7'5" H/M
St Croix Mojo Frog Rod 7' H/F
Dobyns 684CB 6'8" M/M
Powell Endurance 725CB MH/MF
Kistler Cali Series 'Jig Rod' 6'10" H/F
Shimano Clarus 'Spinnerbait' 6'8" MH/F
*** 6'7" M/F
*** 7'1" M/F
*** 7'3" M/F
*** 7'3" MH/F
Fenwick SilverHawk 7' MH/F
Ill edit and list the rods tomorrow
*edit one of my salt combos
St Croix 9' Avid Surf MH/F
Shimano Sustain 6000FG
hzzhangc reply :
On 6/30/2014 at 11:23 AM, dam0007 said:Nothing special
Ill edit and list the rods tomorrow
Apparently you have no brand loyalty but I like that!
MT2 reply :
Currently attempting to go to all Daiwa....
Tatula Type R 8.1:1
Tatula 100HS 7.3.1
Tatula 100H 6.3:1
Rods
Tatula 7'4 Frog Rod
Lexa 7'7 M
TDT 7' M
TDT 7' H (on its way)
dam0007 reply :
On 6/30/2014 at 11:58 AM, hzzhangc said:Apparently you have no brand loyalty but I like that!
Always been a Shimano fan for reels, but like what Daiwa has been offering. Especially for the ridiculous deals! Rods, really digging the 13s now but still like to try other stuff. Would love to go to all one series of reels and series of rods in the future.
Jd_Phillips_Fishin reply :
On 6/30/2014 at 11:23 AM, dam0007 said:Nothing special
EDIT*
Spinning:
St Croix Premier 6' M/F w/ Shimano Sonora 2500
Quantum Acurist 6'6' M/F w/ Accursit 20
*** 7'1" MH/F w/ Lews CF300
Shimano Cumara 7'2" ML/F w/ Stradic Ci4 2500
Casting:
Daiwa AirD 6'6" MH/F
Daiwa Team 7' H/F
Daiwa Team 7' M/F
Irod Genisis 2 "Freds Magic Stick" 7'5" H/M
St Croix Mojo Frog Rod 7' H/F
Dobyns 684CB 6'8" M/M
Powell Endurance 725CB MH/MF
Kistler Cali Series 'Jig Rod' 6'10" H/F
Shimano Clarus 'Spinnerbait' 6'8" MH/F
*** 6'7" M/F
*** 7'1" M/F
*** 7'3" M/F
*** 7'3" MH/F
Fenwick SilverHawk 7' MH/F
Ill edit and list the rods tomorrow
How do you like the white Chronarch?
dam0007 reply :
On 7/1/2014 at 2:29 AM, carolina bassin said:How do you like the white Chronarch?
Like it alot, casts good and has alot of power. The 7 for example I use for Spinner/Chatter/Buzz baits. I could pull chatter baits through heavy heavy weeds no problem. Just keep cranking.
fisherrw reply :
Here's my junk... Sorry no pics.
Abu Garcia Orra s30 and fenwick hmx 6'6
St croix mojo bass 6'8 top water lews bb1 pro 7:1.1
Shimano sahara 2500 abu Garcia vengance 7 foot
Quantum catalyst Abu Garcia vendetta
Abu Garcia black max cabelas pro guide
Shimano saros 4000 Abu Garcia volatile 7'6
thehooligan reply :
My Shimano Collection...
1. Alde Mg - Zpi Offset CF Handle, Zpi Knobs & bearings, Hedgehog Air Bearings, Yumeya Cast Control, Reel Weight - 5.22oz
2. Core 51 - Zpi Offset CF Handle, Zpi Knobs & bearings, Hedgehog Air Bearings, Reel Weight - 5.22oz
3. Bfs XG - Zpi Offset CF Handle, Zpi Knobs & bearings, Hedgehog Bfs Air Bearings, Avail Drag, Hedgehog mech brake, Hedgehog side cover i repainted to match reel, and Ktf shallow spool. Have a purple Avail spool & Mag brake on the way... - Reel Weight - 4.72oz
4. Conquest 51s - Zpi Offset CF Handle, Zpi Knobs & bearings, Hedgehog Bfs Air Bearings, Avail Drag, Avail Shallow Spool & Mag Brake. Reel Weight - 6.34oz
Next thing will either be a shallow spool for the core/alde mg or try out a megabass/daiwa...
fisherrw reply :
Those are sick reels man!!!!!
kickerfish1 reply :
Nice touches on the 50 series gems Matt! As you probably know I am pretty fond of smaller reels for a wide variety of techniques. Should make for some fun times fishing all those high end hardbaits!
Alonerankin2 reply :
The Hooligan has some very tricked out JDM stuff, and there are a couple other guys on here too! But yea, hooligan takes a great reel and super freaks it out!
Smallmouth Hunter reply :
Wow Matt those things are insane!! I love the 51 shimanos too. I hope they make a curado 50/51 i.
We still haven't seen SVS infinity in a 50 size yet, no? It's a shame it's been this long already
thehooligan reply :
Thanks guys. I'm really looking forward to the new conquest 50 series for 2015. That thing is gonna be a beast.
hzzhangc reply :
On 7/4/2014 at 11:02 PM, thehooligan said:Thanks guys. I'm really looking forward to the new conquest 50 series for 2015. That thing is gonna be a beast.
Matt why you reels always has no line on them . Just joking... Glad the conquest find a good home.
hzzhangc reply :
Got a few new toys this week. Also planning to grab a sv spool for one of them.
thehooligan reply :
Wow, you stocked up cheng. Nice reels, is that a zpi spool in the top one ?
hzzhangc reply :
I bought them second handed and I'm not familiar with daiwa parts but it seems like a RC 002. Pretty common spool.
On 7/5/2014 at 1:01 AM, thehooligan said:Wow, you stocked up cheng. Nice reels, is that a zpi spool in the top one ?
hzzhangc reply :
I was planning to make order for my second corkish from the same store and can't find it anymore. Then I saw your post on tt. I like mine a lot especially for that price. My 602m doesn't balance perfectly with 6 oz reel but I think your reel should balance well on 642ml.
On 7/5/2014 at 1:01 AM, thehooligan said:Wow, you stocked up cheng. Nice reels, is that a zpi spool in the top one ?
piscicidal reply :
On 6/29/2014 at 1:20 PM, bootytrain said:Nice shimano.. Does hawgtech sell the knob caps separately?
Bootytrain,
Yes, we sell the knob caps separately. They are not set up on the website for automatic ordering. I guess we should do that...I've been getting a ton of requests for anodized end caps lately.
Anyway, just send me an email at support@hawgtech.com. $5 each.
EvanT123 reply :
Everyday line up.
6'9 mlxf sc3 1000 symetre
7'0 mf sc3 2500 symetre
7'0 mlf avid 2500 stradic; if I get my butt In gear soon to be 7'0 mlf sc3
Cgrinder reply :
Got Sol?
Master Bait'r reply :
No idea how much this buffet bully weighed but I'm naming him Girth Brooks. You can't tell but I totally matched my toenails to the combo this time too
Hi Salenity reply :
On 7/11/2014 at 9:20 PM, Master Bait said:No idea how much this buffet bully weighed but I'm naming him Girth Brooks. You can't tell but I totally matched my toenails to the combo this time too
That's bigger than anything I caught with that rod. Nice fish!
Master Bait'r reply :
On 7/11/2014 at 9:52 PM, Hi Salenity said:That's bigger than anything I caught with that rod. Nice fish!
Thanks again for hooking me up with that rod, it really is a joy to fish in every way! That 51E + Abec7's is absolutely perfect for it too. Spooled it with 10lb SX1 and it's just smiles for miles. So light. So smooth and quiet. So powerful. Gah, I should just call it quits for the day and go fishing now. Work is stupid.
OntarioFishingGuy reply :
On 7/11/2014 at 9:20 PM, Master Bait said:No idea how much this buffet bully weighed but I'm naming him Girth Brooks. You can't tell but I totally matched my toenails to the combo this time too
We have the same net!
Goose52 reply :
On 7/11/2014 at 9:20 PM, Master Bait said:No idea how much this buffet bully weighed but I'm naming him Girth Brooks. You can't tell but I totally matched my toenails to the combo this time too
That's a NICE bass...
Hmmm - CU50/51E reel on an NRX...sounds like a great idea...
Maico1 reply :
The Green Meanies....On 7/12/2014 at 3:31 AM, Goose52 said:That's a NICE bass...
Hmmm - CU50/51E reel on an NRX...sounds like a great idea...
Goose52 reply :
Indeed !On 7/14/2014 at 1:52 AM, Maico1 said:The Green Meanies....
Although, I think some Conquest gold in a 50 size would work on those rods as well. Will have to do some reel rotation later in the season...
dam0007 reply :
hell yeah he does!On 7/4/2014 at 9:53 AM, Alonerankin2 said:The Hooligan has some very tricked out JDM stuff, and there are a couple other guys on here too! But yea, hooligan takes a great reel and super freaks it out!
Tywithay reply :
The latest addition.
thehooligan reply :
^
How you like it ?
Tywithay reply :
Performance is great. It's very smooth and casts unbelievably well. A few cons, the drag star is very cheap looking (hoping the KP star will be available); the reel foot is not recessed, so it sits fairly high on the rod. Despite how small it is, this makes it palm a little funky. The side plate has a very sharp edge to it, which actually makes it somewhat uncomfortable during certain applications. The knobs have a nice texture and the cork looks cool, but they're very awkward shaped because they flare out too much on the ends. It makes holding those uncomfortable when doing finesse techniques, like weightless plastics, because I don't really grip the whole grip, I usually lightly hold the ends. Overall I am please with the reel, but it's far from my favorite reel. Fortunately, I got it pretty cheap (relative to the MSRP), but I wouldn't even consider paying more than $300 for it.On 7/16/2014 at 8:44 PM, thehooligan said:^
How you like it ?
John G reply :
You gotta love upgrades by Avail! I know I do!
John G reply :
On 7/12/2014 at 3:31 AM, Goose52 said:That's a NICE bass...
Hmmm - CU50/51E reel on an NRX...sounds like a great idea...
It's like Loomis had the CU50E in mind when they made the green NRX. It's a shame that they quit making it and I am still kicking myself in the butt for selling mine!
Goose52 reply :
Hey John...I have one more CU50E that is still NIB..................and its not for sale...On 7/18/2014 at 11:05 AM, John G said:It's like Loomis had the CU50E in mind when they made the green NRX. It's a shame that they quit making it and I am still kicking myself in the butt for selling mine!
John G reply :
Sounds like you need another green NRX!On 7/18/2014 at 1:09 PM, Goose52 said:Hey John...I have one more CU50E that is still NIB..................and its not for sale...
Maico1 reply :
On 7/14/2014 at 8:28 AM, Goose52 said:Indeed !
Although, I think some Conquest gold in a 50 size would work on those rods as well. Will have to do some reel rotation later in the season...
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The Round Ones not Gold but they do sing........
Alonerankin2 reply :
On 7/19/2014 at 9:33 PM, Maico1 said:On 7/14/2014 at 8:28 AM, Goose52 said:Indeed !
Although, I think some Conquest gold in a 50 size would work on those rods as well. Will have to do some reel rotation later in the season...
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The Round Ones not Gold but they do sing........
You Guys are somethin..!! That handle is neat! I really like the handle nut retainer or whatever it's called, with 2 screws? Looks very symetrical, very nice rigs!
Capt.Bob reply :
New rod was finally completed Friday, so I got to bring my new outfit home, after stopping by one of my Smallmouth spots a breaking it in rite. Within 1 hour if its birth it landed its first Smallmouth, a 14" on a green punkin zoom tube with a 1/16 oz tube hook. Now I'll start thinking about the new rod to put my new Ci4+ 1000FA on, gonna talk to Gary at NFC Monday???
Cgrinder reply :
You can't go wrong with a good green.
thehooligan reply :
Chasing snakeheads, hooked up with one and lost em on the jump...
Master Bait'r reply :
On 7/18/2014 at 11:05 AM, John G said:It's like Loomis had the CU50E in mind when they made the green NRX. It's a shame that they quit making it and I am still kicking myself in the butt for selling mine!
It really is a match made in heaven both in terms of looks and function IMO. I definitely have big plans for that reel, and it just flat out belongs on that rod. The whole package is just so incredibly light and palms so well... One-handed surgical strikes all day. Such a joy across the board. I seriously hope I will have that setup forever.
Catch and Grease reply :
This is almost all my bass fishing gear in one spot... I don't have much, besides my old bantams, diawas, pistol grip rods, and old lures!
hzzhangc reply :
I used to be a shimano guy but finally decided to go all Daiwa route. Got a few Daiwa reels recently and also tried some aftermarket spools. There is a ZPI RC-002 spool on TD Z which remind me the DC system on shimano reel. Basically set the brake to 4 and free the spool tension knob you can cast without thumbing. The nice thing over the shimnao DC is you can totally turn the brake off and also be able to handle much lighter baits. The alphas has a megabass zonda BFS spool on one alphas but didn't have chance to try it yet.
kickerfish1 reply :
Nice Daiwa reels! Great performers indeed.
Slipknot_Fan666 reply :
I would post mine, but a $180 setup doesn't compare to the others.
starweldpro16 reply :
On 6/28/2014 at 4:51 AM, aavery2 said:Not making light of the thread. I was digging around in the garage today and come across one of my old setups, this is a Shimano Bantam Mag Plus 25OXsg XHS. This was the big dog super high speed reel, had a blazing fast gear ratio of 5.1:1, the main gear is about the size of a quarter and it has 1 bearing, the rod is a Pistol Grip Shakespeare 5'6" med action grahite composite. This was how we use to get it done, this reel will still cast a 3/8oz spinnerbait 30 yards. Looking at this setup, almost makes me embarrassed at the money I have tied up in new high tech graphite rods and improved reels. Anyway just wanted to share.
I have one of those! love it too.It needs a rod at the moment. I also have a similar vintage Black Mag with the little hood you open over the front. Bought it as a combo from Bass Pro back a long long time ago. Sheese! Must be pushing 30 years or so. Mid 80s maybe?
aavery2 reply :
On 7/29/2014 at 2:30 AM, Demonic Forrest said:I would post mine, but a $180 setup doesn't compare to the others.
Post away, I am sure we would all enjoy seeing what your fishing with.
Slipknot_Fan666 reply :
On 7/29/2014 at 8:00 AM, aavery2 said:Post away, I am sure we would all enjoy seeing what your fishing with.
Master Bait'r reply :
On 7/29/2014 at 2:30 AM, Demonic Forrest said:I would post mine, but a $180 setup doesn't compare to the others.
While there will always be someone with nicer gear than you, I don't think a $180 combo is anything to scoff at either! Besides... It's the indian, not the arrow
Tim S. reply :
On 7/29/2014 at 9:55 PM, Master Bait said:While there will always be someone with nicer gear than you, I don't think a $180 combo is anything to scoff at either! Besides... It's the indian, not the arrow
Ain't that the truth! I have 10 very tricked-out reels w/ custom rods, with well over $4000 invested in them-but my dad usually outfishes me with one worn-out Shimano combo from 1987.
WiscoFishingOG`s reply :
On 12/7/2009 at 2:46 AM, Redlinerobert said:Here's another custom Daiwa BBS I picked up recently. The rod is a full custom as well, the previous owner had the blank painted at the factory.
WiscoFishingOG`s reply :
What kind of line is that??? How much did that setup run? Lol looks like an easy 550$ my most expensive combo is 470 so im not new to quality gear but that my friend could be the most sexy setup I have ever seen!
WiscoFishingOG`s reply :
What kind of line is that??? How much did that setup run? Lol looks like an easy 550$ my most expensive combo is 470 so im not new to quality gear but that my friend could be the most sexy setup I have ever seen!
tomustang reply :
OntarioFishingGuy reply :
On 8/2/2014 at 1:02 PM, tomustang said:
Very very nice.
Hogsticker reply :
T3 MX with Hedgehog dress parts and Air bearings, RX8+ Senko & RX8 Popping blanks / Customs......Oh Yeah!!
JGBassinAL reply :
On 8/6/2014 at 4:50 PM, Hogsticker said:T3 MX with Hedgehog dress parts and Air bearings, RX8+ Senko & RX8 Popping blanks / Customs......Oh Yeah!!
How light is that RX8+ huh? All of my rods are built on rainshadow blanks, but that is the one blank I do not have yet. Once I save up a good bit of money I'll have one though! I held a 7'0" medium heavy that weighed 2.4 oz...
Hogsticker reply :
The Rx8 popping blank is actually just a touch lighter. Though I prefer the look and feel of raw graphite, the paint on these blanks isn't half bad. I should have gone titanium guides on the Senko blank, but the gun smoke ss sic guides are pretty slick. Both rods balance right above the reel seat with a 6.7 ounce reel. The Rx8+ feels very crisp and alive. Looking forward to trying the new Eternity blanks.
mod479 reply :
On 8/2/2014 at 12:39 PM, WiscoFishingOG`s said:What kind of line is that??? How much did that setup run? Lol looks like an easy 550$ my most expensive combo is 470 so im not new to quality gear but that my friend could be the most sexy setup I have ever seen!
It's probably sunline super natural in mizu blue, can get it on amazon.
aavery2 reply :
Got this in the mail today.
Tatula Type R 100XS Special Edition
Cgrinder reply :
On 8/9/2014 at 5:20 AM, aavery2 said:Got this in the mail today.
Tatula Type R 100XS Special Edition
Sweet Jesus, that's red! Do they make lefties?
aavery2 reply :
On 8/9/2014 at 6:02 AM, Cgrinder said:Sweet Jesus, that's red! Do they make lefties?
I have no idea, I can't find out much about the reel, I do know that they were offered as a prize in some type of facebook photo contest on the Daiwa page. No idea on how many were made or if they were available in LH retrieve.
Mike2841 reply :
Awesome tatula, I wouldn't even fish that one not knowing how many are out there
OntarioFishingGuy reply :
That thing is sick!On 8/9/2014 at 5:20 AM, aavery2 said:Got this in the mail today.
Tatula Type R 100XS Special Edition
Stumphunter reply :
I know this isn't as nice as a lot of other reels but got this last night. ABU Garcia Orra SX 7.1:1 used it all day and i absolutely loved it for the money. Now i need to put it on a good rod.
OK Bass Hunter reply :
Two newest additions
https://www.flickr.com/photos/10418967@N05/14879370722/
https://www.flickr.com/photos/10418967@N05/14899574613/in/photostream/
Cryoglobin reply :
On 8/12/2014 at 3:16 AM, OK Bass Hunter said:Two newest additions
https://www.flickr.com/photos/10418967@N05/14879370722/
https://www.flickr.com/photos/10418967@N05/14899574613/in/photostream/
Great reels! If I had not just bought a new reel, I'd have tried to do the same thing you did when those were posted.
Tywithay reply :
On 8/9/2014 at 6:08 AM, aavery2 said:I have no idea, I can't find out much about the reel, I do know that they were offered as a prize in some type of facebook photo contest on the Daiwa page. No idea on how many were made or if they were available in LH retrieve.
I am pretty sure they only gave away 24 and they were all right hand.
aavery2 reply :
On 8/12/2014 at 3:16 PM, Tywithay said:I am pretty sure they only gave away 24 and they were all right hand.
Thanks for the info., I had not been able to find out much.Guess I will hang on to the reel if they only made a few.
Catch and Grease reply :
On 8/12/2014 at 8:25 PM, aavery2 said:Thanks for the info., I had not been able to find out much.Guess I will hang on to the reel if they only made a few.
Heck, I'd still fish with it lol
OK Bass Hunter reply :
Day at Pond X
Here's the line up
Diggy reply :
On 8/11/2014 at 12:55 PM, Stumphunter said:I know this isn't as nice as a lot of other reels but got this last night. ABU Garcia Orra SX 7.1:1 used it all day and i absolutely loved it for the money. Now i need to put it on a good rod.
Check Dick's Sporting Goods, they still have tons of clearance rods like the Veritas for 60 or less.
hzzhangc reply :
Added a few members to my Daiwa family. Second is my real shelf queen because I've no idea why I bought it and don't think it catches fish but it looks so cool...
aavery2 reply :
That is a solid Daiwa lineup, couple of 100M's, Ito's, Alphas and Pixy, got the whole gang. Nice stuff.
IAY reply :
On 8/17/2014 at 10:28 AM, hzzhangc said:Added a few members to my Daiwa family. Second is my real shelf queen because I've no idea why I bought it and don't think it catches fish but it looks so cool...
I'm so jealous about the perfect condition left hand Ito.
thehooligan reply :
Nice ^ lineup
The new conquest 101 has arrived... Sweet and incredibly smooth. Added hedgehog air bearings and a zpi carbon fiber handle for now. Will most likely go with a different handle and knobs.
Now he can keep the 51s company...
hzzhangc reply :
The avail handle and wood knob would look sick on conquest. I would definitely do that if I didn't sold my conquests.
thehooligan reply :
On 8/18/2014 at 2:32 AM, hzzhangc said:The avail handle and wood knob would look sick on conquest. I would definitely do that if I didn't sold my conquests.
Yea, that's the handle setup I was thinking about...
Cgrinder reply :
Is that the new Conquest on the left? Either way, seems the new 101 and old 51 are very close in frame size.
thehooligan reply :
On 8/18/2014 at 3:19 AM, Cgrinder said:Is that the new Conquest on the left? Either way, seems the new 101 and old 51 are very close in frame size.
Yea, non handle side is actually smaller then the 51. Handle side is bigger.
Smallmouth Hunter reply :
now imagine how small the '14 conquest 51 will be if it actually comes out!!On 8/18/2014 at 4:39 AM, thehooligan said:Yea, non handle side is actually smaller then the 51. Handle side is bigger.
John G reply :
Not trying to take sales away from Hedgehog Studios but I am pretty unhappy with the color of the Champagne Gold Avail Handle and Star Drag. It matches perfect in the pics on their website but not in person.
thehooligan reply :
I sorta agree, I have the avail spool and drag star, in certain lighting it looks ok. In other lighting it doesn't match at all...
Diggy reply :
Been trying to test the rods against each other thoroughly but it's been way too hot.
Master Bait'r reply :
On 8/19/2014 at 8:43 AM, thehooligan said:I sorta agree, I have the avail spool and drag star, in certain lighting it looks ok. In other lighting it doesn't match at all...
That would probably make my OCD explode.
thehooligan reply :
Added the mighty scorpion to the lineup. Cleaned it, added hedgehogs, and threw a zpi handle on there. Will be putting the septon knobs on there tonight. Matches very nicely with the 6'10 cumulus. Put on some 8lb hybrid and really liking this line. I was casting this little 3/8oz megabass a mile...
bootytrain reply :
On 8/23/2014 at 5:47 AM, thehooligan said:Added the mighty scorpion to the lineup. Cleaned it, added hedgehogs, and threw a zpi handle on there. Will be putting the septon knobs on there tonight. Matches very nicely with the 6'10 cumulus. Put on some 8lb hybrid and really liking this line. I was casting this little 3/8oz megabass a mile...
Put a Core 50 thumbar on there and are all set
thehooligan reply :
On 8/23/2014 at 7:05 AM, bootytrain said:Put a Core 50 thumbar on there and are all set
Yea, ill mostly add that and a core/avail dragstar. I need to find a reputable shimano parts place that have them in stock...
hzzhangc reply :
Wow, I'll be afraid to throw a megabass on 8 lb line, especially for a lipless.
thehooligan reply :
On 8/23/2014 at 9:14 AM, hzzhangc said:Wow, I'll be afraid to throw a megabass on 8 lb line, especially for a lipless.
Nothing to worry about, took it to a safe spot to test the reel out...
Slipknot_Fan666 reply :
On 8/23/2014 at 5:47 AM, thehooligan said:Added the mighty scorpion to the lineup. Cleaned it, added hedgehogs, and threw a zpi handle on there. Will be putting the septon knobs on there tonight. Matches very nicely with the 6'10 cumulus. Put on some 8lb hybrid and really liking this line. I was casting this little 3/8oz megabass a mile...
You know, if you ever want to give some of those lures to someone in need...*hint hint* lol
Master Bait'r reply :
I feel like Hooligan has a beautiful OCD that will keep him up at night if he has unsexy combos that don't match and stuff.
All I want to know is why can't my gf suffer from this affliction?!??
Hurt reply :
On 8/23/2014 at 5:47 AM, thehooligan said:Added the mighty scorpion to the lineup. Cleaned it, added hedgehogs, and threw a zpi handle on there. Will be putting the septon knobs on there tonight. Matches very nicely with the 6'10 cumulus. Put on some 8lb hybrid and really liking this line. I was casting this little 3/8oz megabass a mile...
What brand of line is it?
thehooligan reply :
Yozuri hybrid smoke
Alonerankin2 reply :
On 8/24/2014 at 9:26 AM, thehooligan said:Yozuri hybrid smoke
It's good line! I throw my Jackal Tn series on 8 no problem!!
rippin-lips reply :
Nothing special but it'll do the trick.
Okuma 7'11 H with Cardiff 301 and 9" slammer. Added carbontex drag washers to the 301 and owner st41's to the slammer.
Greeneye8181 reply :
Chronarch 100D7 with Avail spool, upgrades galore. Casts like a dream.
Jar11591 reply :
My baby:
Hogsticker reply :
Sweet D7
Stumphunter reply :
On 8/17/2014 at 8:29 AM, Diggy said:Check Dick's Sporting Goods, they still have tons of clearance rods like the Veritas for 60 or less.
Thanks for the info.... I ended up Pairing this reel with a 7'3" MH Halo Daylight rod...
Diggy reply :
Stumphunter reply :
New member to the family.
Stumphunter reply :
On 8/28/2014 at 11:03 PM, Diggy said:
Good looking Reel. How do you like it?
Diggy reply :
On 8/29/2014 at 1:47 AM, Stumphunter said:Good looking Reel. How do you like it?
Thanks. I like it. Its a great value. Valley Sports sold me both models for a good price. The rod is a lamiglas 735c, it compliments it really well.
Hearse reply :
What do you guys know about a couple vintage rods?? just curious as to what this one is about it was in our gpa's shop for a LONGGGGGG time, it says Royal Fishing Tackle Co Brooklyn NY
, cant find any info on it though, it has nice engraved wood handles and no idea about the rest of it.
We are going to utilize some of his old rods and do some fishing with them which was his favorite past time, can I buy any proper reel for this rod? I can build a car but this has me thrown for a loop, I appreciate any help if ya'll know anything about it, thank you very much. They look way better in person or with a different camera, my cell , eh not so great .
OntarioFishingGuy reply :
On 8/28/2014 at 11:03 PM, Diggy said:
Nice picture! Great looking reel too.
Greeneye8181 reply :
Just got the T3 Air (with KTF drag star and Hedgehog Air bearings)
I've had the 1016 since last year (with Boca Bearings and Steez handle)
OntarioFishingGuy reply :
How are you liking the knobs on the T3 air? Been eying one, but the knobs look a little scrawny.
Greeneye8181 reply :
On 9/6/2014 at 9:00 AM, OntarioFishingGuy said:How are you liking the knobs on the T3 air? Been eying one, but the knobs look a little scrawny.
I had heard the same thing about the knobs. I would probably prefer another option but I don't think its that bad but I will know better when I have it out on the water.
DirtyDeuceGoose reply :
I feel like I'm breaking the law by not posting pictures but I'm too excited not to share. Currently have a 50th anniversary Zillion and TD-ITO 103 coming my way! Finally! Patience finally won out. Two of my dream reels soon to be in my hands.
deaknh03 reply :
On 9/5/2014 at 4:12 AM, dam0007 said:
New jig pitching combo
13 *** 7'1" MH/XF
Shimano Scorpion (import) 1001XT
12lb InvizX should be here tomorrow and
Only Siebert jigs and Rage Tail trailers. Nothing else deserves to be casted from this!
I have the exact same combo, perfect match, and you have great taste.
thehooligan reply :
On 9/6/2014 at 9:00 AM, OntarioFishingGuy said:How are you liking the knobs on the T3 air? Been eying one, but the knobs look a little scrawny.
The knobs are actually pretty nice. I picked up the new SS Air with the same knobs. Id say there slightly smaller then the 50 size shimano septon knobs
dam0007 reply :
haha thanks! Fishing it tomorrow in a Open Tourney. Hopefully break it in with a check!On 9/7/2014 at 12:43 AM, deaknh03 said:I have the exact same combo, perfect match, and you have great taste.
rippin-lips reply :
Started getting into swimbaits about a month ago. Nothing rare,super expensive, or special but it's a good start.
IAY reply :
On 9/9/2014 at 6:04 AM, rippin-lips said:Started getting into swimbaits about a month ago. Nothing rare,super expensive, or special but it's a good start.
Nice collection, I am going to try to get some swimbait bite this fall as well; I really enjoyed throwing Jackall Kawashi Mikey 140 this spring and can't wait for the bite to pick up again. I can't throw anything too big on my set up but I got some decent ones this summer.
Cgrinder reply :
New arrival:
hzzhangc reply :
Good color match with the plum!
bmlum415 reply :
10" and over
Master Bait'r reply :
On 9/9/2014 at 3:32 PM, bmlum415 said:10" and over
Jeremy Wade is that you?!
Goose52 reply :
On 9/9/2014 at 6:29 AM, Cgrinder said:New arrival:
NICE reel !
NOW, the next photo you post of that reel should look something like this one...
Alonerankin2 reply :
That Type R is sweet, hmm, maybe it's getting time to re-introduce a new Daiwa....
hzzhangc reply :
Finally got a presso and have to let the pixy and ito go.
thehooligan reply :
On 9/10/2014 at 12:56 AM, hzzhangc said:Finally got a presso and have to let the pixy and ito go.
Sweet reel man, almost picked one up not too long ago. Good thing your not selling the lefty ito, im broke !!
Greeneye8181 reply :
That Pixy Type R was almost bought a couple weeks ago but I got the T3 Air instead.
Anyone own/used both for a quick comparison? I'd love to hear which is preferred.
hzzhangc reply :
On 9/10/2014 at 3:21 AM, thehooligan said:Sweet reel man, almost picked one up not too long ago. Good thing your not selling the lefty ito, im broke !!
I would never let the 103 HL go. (I said the same thing to the 51s but this time I'll keep my word.) Also if I remember right you got a KTF Aldebaran. How do you like it?
thehooligan reply :
On 9/10/2014 at 8:56 AM, hzzhangc said:I would never let the 103 HL go. (I said the same thing to the 51s
Its pretty sweet, really cool to see how ktf tunes there reels. Very lightweight, the ixa bearings are awesome, alot nicer then the hedgehogs. Had to mess around with the brakes for a bit, got it down to one pin on, 3 off. Its right on par with my bfs xg with ktf spool.
Ive been all over the place these past few months with tackle, sold alot and bought alot 
For reels, i sold my conquest 51 to get your 51s. Picked up a daiwa pxl-r, new daiwa ss air, new scorpion 1001 xt, and the new conquest 101. Ended up selling the ss air, didnt like it...Sold the px, sold the scorpion, and traded the new conquest to get my old conquest 51 back, lol. This is my lineup right now, regretfully selling off the conquest to get some money back, trying to tell myself one is enough, haha.
For rods, i found two new 6'5 & 6'10 cumulus rods, so i scooped them up and sold my buddy my old ones. Also sold him 2 of my 1st gen cumaras. Ive been wanting to try the quantum smoke rod for a few years now, finally picked up the 6'6 medium at the TW sale, and grabbed a new 6'8 medium cumara. Was pretty impressed with that smoke rod, especially at $100. 3.1 oz's, pretty balanced, should be a good rod to take out in the kayak. First quantum product ive bought in 15+ years
Hoping i can fish more this fall and get the baitmonkey off my back !! I have 4 cases of crankbaits im selling to get some money back 
hzzhangc reply :
Wow the only thing I can say is there's couple hundred in shipping alone. The time I saw the KTF for sale I cant see the pic so I didnt know it come with the carbon handle and drag star so that's pretty good price. I would like to hear you opinion about the difference between KTF tuned reel and the one with KTF spool. Since the KTF tuned one are difficult to source and I've missed two Aldebaran and two px68 in the past few months. I may pick up a Aldebaran MG7 and order the spool and bearing from the KTF. I'm fine with the 7.1 gear and not willing to pay $80 for the 7.9 gear. Of course the most important thing is the KTF sticker only costs a few bucks.
thehooligan reply :
On 9/10/2014 at 9:49 PM, hzzhangc said:Wow the only thing I can say is there's couple hundred in shipping alone. The time I saw the KTF for sale I cant see the pic so I didnt know it come with the carbon handle and drag star so that's pretty good price. I would like to hear you opinion about the difference between KTF tuned reel and the one with KTF spool. Since the KTF tuned one are difficult to source and I've missed two Aldebaran and two px68 in the past few months. I may pick up a Aldebaran MG7 and order the spool and bearing from the KTF. I'm fine with the 7.1 gear and not willing to pay $80 for the 7.9 gear. Of course the most important thing is the KTF sticker only costs a few bucks.
Someone took the sticker off this one, id like to replace it...
I think the performance is about the same between the two reels. The ktf alde has a brake block more like a 4 point avail block. KTF doesnt offer a brake block for the bfs xg so you have to use the factory block. Its actually really nice with the clear brake pins. After all my testing and tuning with bearing mounted spools vs non bearing mounted spools, the performance is really close.
If ktf products were easier to get, id buy a new mg7, ktf spool, ixa bearings, dragstar, and the aluminum hardware. Im thinking about doing ixa bearings in all my reels now...
Heres my shallow spools, avail spool for conquest. I have the avail mag brake and stock block. Purple Avail spool for the bfs xg. I use this with the avail mag brake and 10lb braid. Blue alde ktf spool, and gold ktf spool for bfs xg.
Sold my purple zpi spool for 50 series shimanos. Thats the best mag brake system ive used yet for shallow spools. I just prefer centrifugal braking...
hzzhangc reply :
Wow, very nice collections. You also got a problem after selling your 51. You have one rod without reel. 
thehooligan reply :
On 9/11/2014 at 8:22 AM, hzzhangc said:Wow, very nice collections. You also got a problem after selling your 51. You have one rod without reel.
Haha, one of these days I'll pickup a Zonda or other alphas platform again. What do you like better, the TD Ito or alphas ?
5fishlimit reply :
On 9/9/2014 at 6:29 AM, Cgrinder said:New arrival:
You'll love it! I can't go out on the water without the urge to use this real.
hzzhangc reply :
On 9/11/2014 at 8:32 AM, thehooligan said:Haha, one of these days I'll pickup a Zonda or other alphas platform again. What do you like better, the TD Ito or alphas ?
It's hard to tell I like which one better. Definitely ito is a more refined reel than alphas with clicking drag and spool tension. But the alphas palms better in hand. Actually I feel the ito sits pretty high on the reel seat but it doesn't bothering me that much.
IAY reply :
My first high end round reel came in yesterday!
Paired up with F6-72X4.
Greeneye8181 reply :
My current end of season line up (I tend to downsize every fall. Sold my NRX and Zillion Type R)
thehooligan reply :
^ Sweet !!
kickerfish1 reply :
IAY and Greeneye - Very nice reels/rods fellas!
QUAKEnSHAKE reply :
On 9/10/2014 at 9:01 PM, thehooligan said:
For rods, i found two new 6'5 & 6'10 cumulus rods, so i scooped them up and sold my buddy my old ones. Also sold him 2 of my 1st gen cumaras. Ive been wanting to try the quantum smoke rod for a few years now, finally picked up the 6'6 medium at the TW sale, and grabbed a new 6'8 medium cumara. Was pretty impressed with that smoke rod, especially at $100. 3.1 oz's, pretty balanced, should be a good rod to take out in the kayak. First quantum product ive bought in 15+ years
Used my smoke rod as my main bc rod for a few years now its held up very well. I bought another during that sale. Feels very good in hand with like you mention very light weight and well balanced even with light bc reels. Hope it does well for you too.
thehooligan reply :
Got a nice 3lb striper on the pop-x lastnight, really got to test out the drag and shallow spool on that alde...
Gear
6'5 Cumulus
Alde bfs xg/ ktf spool
6lb Maxima ultragreen
GG Bass Pop-x
WdyCrankbait reply :
Here are my reels including the latest, Lew's Tournament Lite Speed Spool. I modded the 50e.
It looks like I have some catching up to do with you guys! Great stuff everyone!
rippin-lips reply :
Scored some hedgehog parts off a member for a great price. The level wind cap is purple too. Going to grab the brake dial screw to have something on the non handle side to tie it in.
kickerfish1 reply :
Looks good Ripping!
DelcoSol reply :
Came to the dark side and got my first Daiwa. Alphas Type R. Let's see how I like it..
Tim S. reply :
On 9/25/2014 at 9:54 AM, DelcoSol said:Came to the dark side and got my first Daiwa. Alphas Type R. Let's see how I like it..
If you don't like it, give me a shout....... 
Crankinstein reply :
On 9/24/2014 at 8:59 PM, thehooligan said:Got a nice 3lb striper on the pop-x lastnight, really got to test out the drag and shallow spool on that alde...
Gear
6'5 Cumulus
Alde bfs xg/ ktf spool
6lb Maxima ultragreen
GG Bass Pop-x
Nice!! The pop x is one of my go to baits for hybrids and stripers. The one two punch for me is the pop x and spro little john Md. That bfs looks awesome, how do you like that ktf spool? How does it compare to the stock bfs spool? I'm ready to get into the shallow spool game, I have a alphas finesse custom on its way from Japan right now.
thehooligan reply :
Thanks man, the stock bfs spool is decent. At around 11grams you can throw weightless plastics, really excels at 1/8oz. The ktf spool is 7grams. Start up speed is great, I get nice distance on 1/16 plastics which I mostly throw. I can send a popx a country mile...
The alphas finesse is a sweet reel, would be real nice with the Megabass finesse spool...
rippin-lips reply :
This arrived today. Purchased it on the 29th and it came from Japan in a few days. Quickest shipping I've ever seen. Will be put on a Phenix Recon 2 7'1 ml over the winter. For now I threw it on this med/mod falcon I had around. Spooled it up with some Yo Zuri #6 and threw in some boca os7's I had extra. Can't wait to try it out.
thehooligan reply :
Sweet reel, gonna make a great finesse combo with that recon...
rippin-lips reply :
I messed with it this morning tossing a bare 3g jig head. It's one sweet reel. Now I just have to learn to use finesse tactics haha.
aavery2 reply :
3G is just a little lighter than 1/8th oz. You will have to let me know how you like that Recon once you have had a chance to cast with it. Very hard for me to find a rod that will load properly with 1/8oz. and the Recon was one of the rods that was recommended.On 10/4/2014 at 4:56 AM, rippin-lips said:I messed with it this morning tossing a bare 3g jig head. It's one sweet reel. Now I just have to learn to use finesse tactics haha.
Nice reel as well.
rippin-lips reply :
I will let you know for sure. I tried to pull the trigger the other day but TW wouldn't allow me to use 2 different cards to pay with. 1/8oz plus a tube or grub will be the smallest I use. For you enthusiast,what's a good price on these reels? I feel that I did pretty good but I'm curious.On 10/4/2014 at 5:14 AM, aavery2 said:3G is just a little lighter than 1/8th oz. You will have to let me know how you like that Recon once you have had a chance to cast with it. Very hard for me to find a rod that will load properly with 1/8oz. and the Recon was one of the rods that was recommended.
Nice reel as well.
hzzhangc reply :
For that condition I would say 230-250 include shipping is fine.
rippin-lips reply :
On 10/5/2014 at 2:01 AM, hzzhangc said:For that condition I would say 230-250 include shipping is fine.
Alright thanks a lot. I got it for $225 so I didn't steal it but I didn't over pay either.
It looks to be in very good shape for how old it is.A few light marks on the top.
hzzhangc reply :
On 10/5/2014 at 2:32 AM, rippin-lips said:Alright thanks a lot. I got it for $225 so I didn't steal it but I didn't over pay either.
It looks to be in very good shape for how old it is.A few light marks on the top.
That's a deal! Most of the used one I saw has the Daiwa logo wear off on the side plate and yours look pretty good. I don't know how stable the paint is but definitely those one has been used a lot.
A-Jay reply :
Old School meets New School ~
A-Jay
OntarioFishingGuy reply :
Skeet had banana sticks back then too?
A-Jay reply :
On 10/5/2014 at 10:47 AM, OntarioFishingGuy said:Skeet had banana sticks back then too?
Apparently.
A-Jay
Goose52 reply :
Just like A-Jay's post above, I have an old-and-new post....
The new generation has arrived to join the oldsters...
Early 1960s Ambassadeur 5000, 1978 Ambassadeur 1500C, brand spankin' new Ambassadeur Morrum ZX3600:
IVCB-4 braking system - it's a GREAT casting machine. Palms OK for me (about like a 100-size Calcutta) but the edges on the sideplate could be radiused a bit more.
6.3:1 gearing - 28" IPT - VERY cool. I wish there were more round reels with higher IPTs.
It gets the ultimate approval rating - it works, reels in fish...
bootytrain reply :
I ordered a 1600 from Japan and the thumb bar was loose and the retrieve felt really Geary, how is yours? How does it compare against its main rival the 14 conquest?On 10/7/2014 at 1:24 AM, Goose52 said:Just like A-Jay's post above, I have an old-and-new post....
The new generation has arrived to join the oldsters...
Early 1960s Ambassadeur 5000, 1978 Ambassadeur 1500C, brand spankin' new Ambassadeur Morrum ZX3600:
IVCB-4 braking system - it's a GREAT casting machine. Palms OK for me (about like a 100-size Calcutta) but the edges on the sideplate could be radiused a bit more.
6.3:1 gearing - 28" IPT - VERY cool. I wish there were more round reels with higher IPTs.
It gets the ultimate approval rating - it works, reels in fish...
A-Jay reply :
On 10/7/2014 at 1:24 AM, Goose52 said:Just like A-Jay's post above, I have an old-and-new post....
The new generation has arrived to join the oldsters...
Early 1960s Ambassadeur 5000, 1978 Ambassadeur 1500C, brand spankin' new Ambassadeur Morrum ZX3600:
IVCB-4 braking system - it's a GREAT casting machine. Palms OK for me (about like a 100-size Calcutta) but the edges on the sideplate could be radiused a bit more.
6.3:1 gearing - 28" IPT - VERY cool. I wish there were more round reels with higher IPTs.
It gets the ultimate approval rating - it works, reels in fish...
That Morrum is SWEEEEEET ! !
I was looking at them HARD the year they came out but doubled clutched on the purchase - always regretted it.
A-Jay
Goose52 reply :
On 10/7/2014 at 3:59 AM, A-Jay said:That Morrum is SWEEEEEET ! !
I was looking at them HARD the year they came out but doubled clutched on the purchase - always regretted it.
A-Jay
THANKS ! It IS a very nice reel - I'm glad I bought it (but see the following!).
On 10/7/2014 at 3:53 AM, bootytrain said:I ordered a 1600 from Japan and the thumb bar was loose and the retrieve felt really Geary, how is yours? How does it compare against its main rival the 14 conquest?
I'm not noticing any "geariness" in the Morrum...but then, I'm not too particular that way. The clutch bar has a little play when the clutch is disengaged but again, nothing I noticed until you asked and I wiggled it a bit. They are both very nice reels, both have advanced braking systems, and both cast very well as a result. My CQ100-14 certainly palms smaller but then the Morrum has a line capacity greater than a CQ200-14 so it should palm a bit big.
At the end of the day, I think you buy the Morrum if you really want/need the higher IPT. Otherwise, and especially if one didn't have any high-end round reels, I would certainly recommend that they buy the Conquest first, over the Morrum. The Conquest just exudes that solid, quality feeling, more so than the Morrum.
For me personally? I REALLY wanted the IPT offered by the Morrum and will be putting it to good use. And, I felt I had enough Conquest/Calcutta gear on hand to cover my needs for a while...at least until a 50-size Conquest 14 is released...
bootytrain reply :
Thanks goose, and enjoy!
A-Jay reply :
On 10/7/2014 at 4:41 AM, Goose52 said:
THANKS ! It IS a very nice reel - I'm glad I bought it (but see the following!).
I'm not noticing any "geariness" in the Morrum...but then, I'm not too particular that way. The clutch bar has a little play when the clutch is disengaged but again, nothing I noticed until you asked and I wiggled it a bit. They are both very nice reels, both have advanced braking systems, and both cast very well as a result. My CQ100-14 certainly palms smaller but then the Morrum has a line capacity greater than a CQ200-14 so it should palm a bit big.
At the end of the day, I think you buy the Morrum if you really want/need the higher IPT. Otherwise, and especially if one didn't have any high-end round reels, I would certainly recommend that they buy the Conquest first, over the Morrum. The Conquest just exudes that solid, quality feeling, more so than the Morrum.
For me personally? I REALLY wanted the IPT offered by the Morrum and will be putting it to good use. And, I felt I had enough Conquest/Calcutta gear on hand to cover my needs for a while...at least until a 50-size Conquest 14 is released...
Holy Smokes Man - just go ahead and admit it - you are a major tackleholic !
Super Nice collection.
A-Jay
Goose52 reply :
On 10/7/2014 at 4:46 AM, A-Jay said:Holy Smokes Man - just go ahead and admit it - you are a major tackleholic !
Super Nice collection.
A-Jay
Hey Andy - so many reels, so little time.......................................!
tomustang reply :
Someone likes round reels
Goose52 reply :
On 10/7/2014 at 5:51 AM, tomustang said:Someone likes round reels
I'm an amateur compared to Maico1.......
kickerfish1 reply :
Your a bad man Goose! So many nice reels in such good shape.
And maybe its just me but the cork on the rods look prestine and almost unused. If it wasn't for the reports and stories I would swear you were a collector only. By this time in the year most of the cork handles on my rods have some degree of soiling before they are cleaned during the winter.
Goose52 reply :
On 10/7/2014 at 11:28 AM, kickerfish1 said:Your a bad man Goose! So many nice reels in such good shape.
And maybe its just me but the cork on thr rods look prestine and almost unused. If it wasn't for the reports and stories I would swear you were a collector only. By this time in the year most of the cork handles on my rods have some degree of soiling before they are cleaned during the winter.
Yeah - the problem now is getting time-on-water with any particular combo. I'm up to 47 BC reels, and 37 of those are on rods at the moment. Even though I fish every day, there's just not enough days in a year to get a lot of mileage on all the gear. AND, the PQ 5-Year Challenge is still going on and I try to fish it nearly every day so some of the other gear gets left on the rack. AND, while I'm at 1,467 bass caught so far this year, I actually catch more than half of them on spinning gear so that's even less chance for the BC gear to score.
Just about all the round reels shown have scored fish (I've got 2 50XTs and a 100XT that still need to score) - but it varies from a couple to over 100, depending on the reel. I've had the Morrum for about 3 weeks and have only had time to get 8 fish with it. This year, the two most used round reels are probably one of the Conquest 50s and the CTE-100DC. I started using the 100DC as my main cranking reel on September 7 and have scored 39 bass (and one 38.5 pound grass carp) with it in the last month. I still have a bunch more cranking outfits to put mileage on this year though so the 100DC will have to go back on the rack soon, AND, the season is winding down now so there won't be much "catching" left for this year.
So much gear, so little time.
tomustang reply :
starweldpro16 reply :
Bass on round reels? 
But aren't all the pros using those "spacey" looking jobbies? You know the ones. They look like a Ferrari with line sticking out of the grill. Who da thunk you could catch bass on a round reel?!?
Just kidding my friend. I love the classic appeal of the old Ambassadeurs . When I was a pup,I'd go fishing with my grandpa up on Erie handy Cleveland. He ALWAYS bought Garcia reels. I use to feel like I was something special using his outfits. That would have been back about 1970/72. Right in there with some of yours. I wish I would have gotten a hold of one of his outfits before he died. I don't know what ever happened to them. You have a BUNCH of beautiful rigs there.
Goose52 reply :
NICE reel. A Met is on my purchase "waiting list"...On 10/8/2014 at 2:20 AM, tomustang said:
BasshunterJGH reply :
Nice! Love that reel. What rod is it on?On 10/8/2014 at 2:20 AM, tomustang said:
tomustang reply :
It's on the current model legend elite 7'MF, my soft plastics pitching rod.
The reel replaced my curado 50e that had core 7 gears, chronarch knobs/extra bearings, Abec 5's.
The XG gearing is worth it
hzzhangc reply :
On 10/8/2014 at 12:47 PM, tomustang said:It's on the current model legend elite 7'MF, my soft plastics pitching rod.
The reel replaced my curado 50e that had core 7 gears, chronarch knobs/extra bearings, Abec 5's.
The XG gearing is worth it
Very JDM way to hook the bait! Are you targeting smallie or walleye?
fishballer06 reply :
A few of my Shimano's out sun bathing this past weekend
J Francho reply :
For the next several weeks, this is the only reel I'll be using....
tomustang reply :
On 10/8/2014 at 9:49 PM, hzzhangc said:Very JDM way to hook the bait!
Just practicing to see what it can do
rippin-lips reply :
Ups delivered my TW order here at work. Rod is extremely light and the overal combo weighs nothing. The colors of the recon match the px68 perfectly. Have an all day trip planned for Monday. Holefully I can put it through its paces.
OntarioFishingGuy reply :
On 10/9/2014 at 12:26 AM, J Francho said:For the next several weeks, this is the only reel I'll be using....
Chrome or Salmon?
J Francho reply :
On 10/9/2014 at 3:48 AM, OntarioFishingGuy said:Chrome or Salmon?
What can brown do for you? Though, chrome will do. I don't really chase mud sharks anymore. Sometimes a hole gets invaded by a few late Coho, and I'll catch them, since they are pesky jerks, lol.
OntarioFishingGuy reply :
Nice fish. Gotta love pinning!
J Francho reply :
On 10/9/2014 at 6:58 AM, OntarioFishingGuy said:Nice fish. Gotta love pinning!
Pin the tail on the donkey, lol.
tomustang reply :
Two of four showed up, still waiting on the rareniums
tomustang reply :
These colors are much nicer than the newer ones
And they match the LT's nicely
John G reply :
I regretted selling my CU50E so I bought another one a few weeks ago.
thehooligan reply :
Nice reels guys ^
tomustang reply :
I took the 2nd spool and placed 1/8" foam around it to make it shallower. Now it's closer to my 1000 size
Jd_Phillips_Fishin reply :
On 10/12/2014 at 10:37 AM, tomustang said:
I took the 2nd spool and placed 1/8" foam around it to make it shallower. Now it's closer to my 1000 size
sick combo right there
John G reply :
Parts 1 and 2 of my BFS combo. A Loomis CR721IMX will be next.
Hogsticker reply :
MHX High Mod custom spinning rod. Just got a Rarenium Ci4+ 2500 for it too! Sweet!!
Hogsticker reply :
On 10/15/2014 at 3:11 PM, Hogsticker said:MHX High Mod custom spinning rod. Just got a Rarenium Ci4+ 2500 for it too! Sweet!!
This rod is up for grabs! Posted in the flea market
IAY reply :
On 10/15/2014 at 9:58 PM, Hogsticker said:This rod is up for grabs! Posted in the flea market
Went on couple of dates, but just couldn't find the chemistry? xD
Hogsticker reply :
The blank fishes more powerful than anticipated. Fishes more along the lines of a medium heavy. I hate to part with it and if it doesn't sell that'll be okay. I'm sure I can find a use for it!
tomustang reply :
New rod for my inshore setup:
rippin-lips reply :
Carbontex drag washers,pxr line guide, and worm gear upgrade for my px68l
Tim S. reply :
If u wanna part with the stock line guide from your PX68, give me a shout. I have been looking for one for over a year now.
rippin-lips reply :
Well you shouldn't of said that haha
thehooligan reply :
Might be my favorite combo. My first custom rod. 2-piece St Croix legend Elite. Was a 7ft medium light spinning rod. Converted to casting, now 6'3, full cork, and spiral wrapped. Paired with the Conquest I was throwing 4 inch senkos a mile...
Tim S. reply :
Hey Matt, I know where u got that from....
thehooligan reply :
On 10/25/2014 at 10:00 AM, Tim S. said:Hey Matt, I know where u got that from....
Haha, Steve does great work. May have him do a k2 for me in the future.
Tim S. reply :
On 10/25/2014 at 10:12 AM, thehooligan said:Haha, Steve does great work. My have him do a k2 for me in the future.
I ALMOST bought that rod, but you snuck in during my fit of indecisiveness lol!
thehooligan reply :
On 10/25/2014 at 11:20 AM, Tim S. said:I ALMOST bought that rod, but you snuck in during my fit of indecisiveness lol!
Couldnt help myself, lol. My parents recently bought a house on a small creek in Pa. Will be fishing for some smallies now
masterbass reply :
On 10/15/2014 at 12:54 AM, John G said:Parts 1 and 2 of my BFS combo. A Loomis CR721IMX will be next.
I have that exact combo. The 721 is a blast.
Goose52 reply :
The Ambassadeur squadron just added another member. To join the old-school 5000 and 1500, and the new-age Morrum ZX3600, is a "new-old" 2500CDL. This was from a special run of 100 that was released in 2012 and patterned on the original 2500CDL teal and gold model released in the late 1970's.
I remember thinking 35 years ago that the 2500CDLs looked a bit guady but I guess in my old age my tastes have changed. Not an everyday use kind of finish...but sorta elegant.
She might be wearing fancy pants...but everyone's gotta fish for a living. Seems to work - reels in fish...
kickerfish1 reply :
Beautiful reel Goose! The match with the Green NRX looks nice though it may be tough to find the right app for the pairing.
Goose52 reply :
On 10/27/2014 at 2:33 AM, kickerfish1 said:Beautiful reel Goose! The match with the Green NRX looks nice though it may be tough to find the right app for the pairing.
Thanks!
Yeah - I put it on the green NRX primarily for color coordination. Fished it with plastic worms a few times, caught a few bass, but one could grow OLD (and I'm already old enough) taking up slack line with the IPT on that reel. SO, if you notice the last photo, the reel is now on a Legend Xtreme 7'2" MM cranking rod - a much better match-up functionally, and the color match is pretty good as well. The 16 IPT is still slower than I would prefer for general cranking but it worked well in the boat today and seems to be handy for cold-water cranking where you probably should be slowing down a bit.
This CDL will be an occasional use reel, kept stock, and will probably live mostly on display. I've already got a couple Calcutta 50XTs on hand that are almost as slow as the 2500 and can handle the occasional slow-cranking role. Still, I can see a "beater" 2500 in my future that I can hot-rod a bit...
kickerfish1 reply :
You have an outstanding collection of "mini families" of reels! I think it is pretty awesome to have so many fun options both modern and vintage to mix and match with. I hear ya on low ratio reels for apps where taking up slack is needed ... just a bit too taxing in this day and age.
OK Bass Hunter reply :
New member to the family. new to me that is. Looks good except for one blemish. And I stepped on the box this morning.
J Francho reply :
Dig that reel, Goose! I know I've put "high speed" gears in 2500c series reels. "High speed" being relative, of course.
Hogsticker reply :
The Excense is a bad mama jama. Why did you decide to crush the box?
Goose52 reply :
On 10/28/2014 at 3:48 AM, J Francho said:Dig that reel, Goose! I know I've put "high speed" gears in 2500c series reels. "High speed" being relative, of course.
Thanks John! Yeah - they have those 6.0:1 gears - you get to 22 IPT with them - a more useful range. This reel will stay stock, but I still have that beater 1500 that may get some 6.0 juice one of these days...
J Francho reply :
A shorter handle will make it faster.
I kid, I kid!
OK Bass Hunter reply :
On 10/28/2014 at 3:52 AM, Hogsticker said:The Excense is a bad mama jama. Why did you decide to crush the box?
I wish I had done it on purpose. It was early and I was still half asleep.
Goose52 reply :
On 10/28/2014 at 3:58 AM, J Francho said:A shorter handle will make it faster.
OK - I just ordered a custom 40mm handle for it..............................................................................
J Francho reply :
I have an old "Great Lakes" knuckle buster, with a cork arbor spool - yes, it's cork! - that probably has a handle around 40mm, lol. I think the GR is like 2:1.
CollegiateAngler reply :
My list:
Lews Speed Spool 6.4:1 on Shimano Sellus 6'8" Med Worm and Jig
Lews Speed Spool 6.4:1 on Team Daiwa T 7' MH
Lews Speed Spool 6.4:1 on Duckett Ghost 7' MH
Lews Laser MG 7.1:1 on Duckett Macro Magic 7'6" H
Abu Garcia Revo STX 7.1:1 on Daiwa Tatula 7'4" H
Abu Garcia Orra 5.4:1 on All Pro GFX Cranking 7' M
Daiwa Lexa 100 4.9:1 on BPS Crankin Stick 7'6" M
I need a spinning combo haha
War Eagle 44 reply :
I just picked up my first "finesse/shallow" spool this week, though this spool was designed with braid in mind so I'm not sure how "finesse" it really is. It's for the 05 Metanium XT and was intended as a saltwater jigging spool so it didn't originally come with the VBS hub. The gentleman I bought it from installed one on this particular spool though so I was pretty happy about that. I'm going to use it in one of my favorite reels the Chronarch B.
I'm pretty excited to give it a try I just have to wait until I figure out which rod I want to go with. I don't have any finesse baitcast rods at the moment. On the other hand I have been toying with the idea of spooling it with 20# PP and just using it on my "regular" pitching rod.
massrob reply :
This thread was awesome I just started fishing this year and I have so many ideas now for new stuff. I'm gonna be very busy this winter buying new combos for next season. I can't wait to get my first baitcaster and figure out how to use it. I think I'm gonna start with a Tatula and some model of St Croix.
BasshunterJGH reply :
On Invalid Date at NaN:NaN PM, massrob said:Good choice!
Goose52 reply :
Another Ambassadeur 2500 followed me home. This is a Burgundy 2500C and was a 1992 JDM release. So, it joins the (left to right) 5000, 1500C, 2500CDL, Morrum ZX3600. I think this should be enough Ambassadeurs for a while...
The burgundy, black, and chrome finish is a bit more practical than the teal and gold finish of the 2500CDL.
WooHoo! High Speed 5.3 gears. The 1500C has a High Speed sticker on it as well and has 4.7 gears - in this case high speed means faster than, say, 3.8 gearing. The 4.7 gears in the 1500C and 2500CDL give 16 IPT. The 5.3 gears in this 2500C give a whopping 18.5 IPT - practically a burner...
18.5 IPT is a good cold-water cranking ratio. Had it on the water today and made a LOT of casts with plugs from 3/8 to 5/8oz. Amazing the range you can get with a reel that has a non-disengaging level wind. Unfortunately, no trophy fish to show for the effort - only this dink that's not much bigger than the Norman NXS crank that it bit. Still, I have to give the reel my usual highest rating - seems to work - reels in fish... (I know - it's a tiny fish......................but at least it's a bass!)
kickerfish1 reply :
Nice show and tell story on the latest arrival! I dig the maroon color as well... nice addition!
Goose52 reply :
On 11/4/2014 at 10:58 AM, kickerfish1 said:Nice show and tell story on the latest arrival! I dig the maroon color as well... nice addition!
Thanks!
Yeah - this burgundy finish on the sideplates looks good and the black frame conceals water staining and grime. The gold frame on the teal 2500CDL shows EVERYTHING and I feel compelled to pull the spool and wipe the frame down after every use. Now, for the burgundy reel, what rod? A Loomis CBR would probably work........but I think it will end up having to "time-share" on a BPS Crankin' Stick. I got plenty of room for more reels...but am having a really hard time to find space for more rods!
J Francho reply :
Isn't the Loomis spinnerbait rod burgundy as well? That would match up nice, too. Love those 2500 reels!
Goose52 reply :
On 11/4/2014 at 10:08 PM, J Francho said:Isn't the Loomis spinnerbait rod burgundy as well? That would match up nice, too. Love those 2500 reels!
I went to the Loomis web site and indeed the spinnerbait rod is a closer color match than the CBR series. But I've already got two MH rods with 18.5 IPT reels on them (Calcutta 50XTs) so I have that slow-rolling spinnerbait/chatterbait application covered. Rod selection is something I'll think about over the winter (and that's when the bait monkey gains maximum strength!).
I appreciate all Ambassadeurs, but I have to admit that I just don't care much for actually using the 5000-size reel - just too big for me. But the 1500/2500 size - much more fun and they hold all the line you need for most bass applications. Too bad they never made a recessed reel foot version of the 1500s/2500s - there is so much distance between the spool and reel foot. It would palm crazy small if that distance was reduced.
Maico1 reply :
My latest as I had to have the Max's as well
Dwight Hottle reply :
On 11/9/2014 at 4:52 AM, Maico1 said:My latest as I had to have the Max's as well
I think you are teasing us. Maybe open the box a little? Heck just pull that bad boy out.
Maico1 reply :
On 11/9/2014 at 5:07 AM, Dwight Hottle said:I think you are teasing us. Maybe open the box a little? Heck just pull that bad boy out.
For some reason it would not allow me to add the other pictures ...however I would never tease you guys..
Maico1 reply :
Maico1 reply :
kickerfish1 reply :
Nice Stella and collection of Pop Max baits! Santa came early? What is the color of the one pictured on the bottom right?
Goose52 reply :
On 11/9/2014 at 5:51 AM, Maico1 said:
Might sound strange, but the styling on this Stella as shown in this photo, with the swept lines on the frame and rotor, the swept porting on the spool, etc., make me think it could be some sort of interstellar spacecraft from a Star Trek episode - with cloaking turned off of course...
Anyway - if you have soft water still - time to get some fish slime on that reel...
Maico1 reply :
On 11/9/2014 at 6:24 AM, kickerfish1 said:Nice Stella and collection of Pop Max baits! Santa came early? What is the color of the one pictured on the bottom right?
Domat Black.......
Maico1 reply :
G,On 11/9/2014 at 6:47 AM, Goose52 said:Might sound strange, but the styling on this Stella as shown in this photo, with the swept lines on the frame and rotor, the swept porting on the spool, etc., make me think it could be some sort of interstellar spacecraft from a Star Trek episode - with cloaking turned off of course...
Anyway - if you have soft water still - time to get some fish slime on that reel...
Funny you say that because I did have sweep off a few Spiders from Mars that thought they were still Touring the Galaxy with it....
Stingray23 reply :
Sweet Stella. I have the 3000HGM coming in. Cant wait!
War Eagle 44 reply :
I'm a huge Stella fan myself, although I only own one at present (3000FD), these new ones are very very nice.
roadwarrior reply :
Awesome!
Maico1 reply :
On 11/9/2014 at 1:48 PM, Stingray23 said:Sweet Stella. I have the 3000HGM coming in. Cant wait!
Congratulations as you can see you will not be disappointed, just watch the reel as you turn the handle for the first time. It is Stellar in both operation and feel enjoy.
thehooligan reply :
Sweet reel !!
pbizzle reply :
I just got my newest combo! An Abu Garcia Revo S and a 7' MH Abu Garcia Veritas 2.0! Going to be a sweet little setup for spinnerbaits, worms, and football jigs.
aavery2 reply :
^^^^^Nice setup, should work well for your intentions.
DirtyDeuceGoose reply :
The newest additions. Been waiting on the 50th and the Ito for some time. The custom painted Fuego has a TDZ 100 spool in it. The Type R is, well , a Type R
Alonerankin2 reply :
Sweet Daiwa's
pbizzle reply :
Thanks man. It's my first Revo, and also my first Veritas. Feels pretty sweet though…On 11/11/2014 at 8:43 AM, aavery2 said:^^^^^Nice setup, should work well for your intentions.
5fishlimit reply :
On 11/12/2014 at 4:01 AM, DirtyDeuceGoose said:The newest additions. Been waiting on the 50th and the Ito for some time. The custom painted Fuego has a TDZ 100 spool in it. The Type R is, well , a Type R
*drool*
Those are some beautiful Daiwa reels! That Ito is one I need/want for my collection!
lordpaxin reply :
3 Okuma Helios Rods
(M,MH,H)
3 Okuma Helios Air
30lb,30lb,50lb
Jd_Phillips_Fishin reply :
On 11/14/2014 at 10:58 PM, lordpaxin said:3 Okuma Helios Rods
(M,MH,H)
3 Okuma Helios Air
30lb,30lb,50lb
nice combos you got there
lordpaxin reply :
On 11/15/2014 at 1:51 AM, carolina bassin said:nice combos you got there
Thanks.
I hope someday to be proficient at it.
i basically just throw hooked things in the water,
some go far, some fall short, some hit trees, and sometimes, rarely, a fish will bite it,
lol
lordpaxin reply :
PX-R and Abu Villain ML
Debate
Spool it up or pack it for winter
Goose52 reply :
On 11/15/2014 at 9:21 AM, lordpaxin said:PX-R and Abu Villain ML
Debate
Spool it up or pack it for winter
Spool it up and fish it. PX-Rs look much better with line on them and a bass in the photo...
lordpaxin reply :
Lol good point
rippin-lips reply :
What about a rainbow?
Stingray23 reply :
lordpaxin reply :
Lews sg300
Basspro extreme xps MH
Stingray23 reply :
OntarioFishingGuy reply :
NICE!!!
Stingray23 reply :
Thanks
bass1980 reply :
What a setup!!!
thehooligan reply :
The ito is here
Dwight Hottle reply :
On 11/21/2014 at 4:11 AM, thehooligan said:The ito is here
That reel has always been a classic for me.
aavery2 reply :
That is a nice example of an ITO, one of my favorites.
thehooligan reply :
Winter project starts..... Now 
DelcoSol reply :
On 11/21/2014 at 4:31 AM, thehooligan said:Winter project starts..... Now
They seemed to have misspelled Shimano on that reel...
OK Bass Hunter reply :
New arrival
rippin-lips reply :
Beautiful!
DirtyDeuceGoose reply :
Nice rod!!
thehooligan reply :
On 11/21/2014 at 12:43 PM, DelcoSol said:They seemed to have misspelled Shimano on that reel...
lol, trying to add some variety to the collection. I've had my fun with shimanos, still want to add a stella or vanquish at some point, but from here on out i hope to add 2 or 3 more of the legendary daiwa/megabass reels to the arsenal
masterbass reply :
On 11/21/2014 at 4:11 AM, thehooligan said:The ito is here
Nice! You snatched that one from under my nose...lol. Looks like a clean one. Let us know what you think.
hzzhangc reply :
On 11/21/2014 at 8:26 PM, thehooligan said:lol, trying to add some variety to the collection. I've had my fun with shimanos, still want to add a stella or vanquish at some point, but from here on out i hope to add 2 or 3 more of the legendary daiwa/megabass reels to the arsenal
LIN10 is legendary 
J Francho reply :
On 11/21/2014 at 10:43 PM, hzzhangc said:LIN10 is legendary
That thing is yummy.
IAY reply :
I might be the only one who thinks that LIN 10 25th Anniversary is the least appealing of all LIN series.
thehooligan reply :
If i ever go for a megabass round reel it will definitely be this one
Master Bait'r reply :
Wow, that ito... I freakin' love those candy shop reels. Nothing like them.
*Hootie reply :
On 11/21/2014 at 4:11 AM, thehooligan said:The ito is here
BEEEYOOOOTIIIFUULL!!
Hootie
OntarioFishingGuy reply :
On 11/21/2014 at 10:54 PM, IAY said:I might be the only one who thinks that LIN 10 25th Anniversary is the least appealing of all LIN series.
Nope. Kinda unsexy.
QUAKEnSHAKE reply :
On 11/14/2014 at 10:58 PM, lordpaxin said:3 Okuma Helios Rods
(M,MH,H)
3 Okuma Helios Air
30lb,30lb,50lb
How these rods doing for you so far?
I just ordered the 7' MH/F their website has them listed @3.6ounces 
lordpaxin reply :
They are great
Only one hickups
I was on the mh 7 reeling on a fish and the reel was loose
I thought I had It snugged good but it felt like there is a little restriction in the seat where I was just shy of locked in
Might be a reel specific issue I had with it. But it twisted a mini turn and snug and solid
QUAKEnSHAKE reply :
Oh thats been the case on a number of my new rods. I think the reel is in good but once starting to use or first fish put on some torque it just need a bit more tightening.
DFrench97 reply :
On 11/12/2014 at 4:01 AM, DirtyDeuceGoose said:The newest additions. Been waiting on the 50th and the Ito for some time. The custom painted Fuego has a TDZ 100 spool in it. The Type R is, well , a Type R
Wow! The black and purple looks sweet!
hzzhangc reply :
I'm happy cause the conquest is finally here.
I'm not happy cause it was hit by custom and stuck there for two weeks. 
I'm still happy cause when I picked it up today they didn't charge me anything even I saw the red custom tape on the box. 
Still waiting for the livre handle nut. Carbon handle just doesn't look right on conquest.
Hogsticker reply :
Love me some T3s! Also got me a Rarenium Ci4+ 2500!!
thehooligan reply :
Nice reels Mark
Hogsticker reply :
Thanks Matt!
BasshunterJGH reply :
Sweet reels! How do you like that rarenium?On 11/26/2014 at 3:03 PM, Hogsticker said:Love me some T3s! Also got me a Rarenium Ci4+ 2500!!
Hogsticker reply :
The Rarenium is smooth as silk and a really nice to fish with. I think I'm gonna order a Yumeya eging cork handle knob for it. I've always used, liked, and preferred Daiwa spinning reels, but this one's a winner. Very happy with it.
sarcazmo reply :
Rod I built for myself on a Rainshadow Eternity2 blank. Paired it with a Steez. It's nice!
hzzhangc reply :
My latest BFS arsenal. Planning to sell the presso cause it's too nice to fish. May end up selling one more but would be a hard decision.
thehooligan reply :
Nice collection Cheng
ABW reply :
This is what I use. Not much, but good enough for me.
Diesel 7 ft MH glass
Endurance 714 7'1" H
Max 683 6'8" MH
btw... Endurances are on sale for 120 at TW....
*Hootie reply :
On 12/10/2014 at 6:13 AM, asianboywonder said:This is what I use. Not much, but good enough for me.
Diesel 7 ft MH glass
Endurance 714 7'1" H
Max 683 6'8" MH
btw... Endurances are on sale for 120 at TW....
Very nice gear.
Hootie
thehooligan reply :
My daiwa winter reel project, finished and decided to sell, needed some money back.
ito 103HL
carbontex drag,steez dragstar, steez sv spool, pixy handle, hedgehog airs/handle hardware/brake dial screw/ cast control/duralumin screw kit
Also finished my 3 bfs shimanos
bfs xg - ktf
core 51 - yumeya
conquest 51s - avail
rippin-lips reply :
That's a shame about the ito. I wish I had the extra cash to grab it from you.
thehooligan reply :
Its all good, i had fun finding the parts and putting it together. I kept the handle, spool, and dragstar so ill atleast get a little more money back when they sell. Put it towards some xmas presents for the woman and the custom rod fund. Still want to get a custom k2 done 
J Francho reply :
ITO is flimsy junk anyway, lol.
buzzed bait reply :
hooligan, those are some sweet looking reels you got there. shame to get rid of that ITO, that thing is a beauty. absolutely awesome looking reels though! i love the look of those ZPI knobs
5fishlimit reply :
On 12/12/2014 at 3:23 AM, thehooligan said:Its all good, i had fun finding the parts and putting it together. I kept the handle, spool, and dragstar so ill atleast get a little more money back when they sell. Put it towards some xmas presents for the woman and the custom rod fund. Still want to get a custom k2 done
I wish I knew you were selling the Ito. I've been looking for one.
thehooligan reply :
On 12/15/2014 at 12:51 AM, 5fishlimit said:I wish I knew you were selling the Ito. I've been looking for one.
Sorry man, i would of listed it on here but unfortunately im not allowed to sell on the forum anymore... 
Maico1 reply :
On 12/15/2014 at 10:32 PM, thehooligan said:Sorry man, i would of listed it on here but unfortunately im not allowed to sell on the forum anymore...
That SUCKS!!!!!!!!!
FlipSide reply :
On 12/15/2014 at 10:32 PM, thehooligan said:Sorry man, i would of listed it on here but unfortunately im not allowed to sell on the forum anymore...
Why not?
thehooligan reply :
On 12/15/2014 at 11:42 PM, FlipSide said:Why not?
Best way to put it is, i like buying/selling/trading tackle and theres people out there that dont...
buzzed bait reply :
On 12/15/2014 at 11:53 PM, thehooligan said:Best way to put it is, i like buying/selling/trading tackle and theres people out there that dont...
LAME.
rippin-lips reply :
Well if you ever have any Daiwa upgrade parts to get rid of. Just pm me and I could possibly take them off your hands.
FlipSide reply :
On 12/15/2014 at 11:53 PM, thehooligan said:Best way to put it is, i like buying/selling/trading tackle and theres people out there that dont...
Thought that was the point of the flea market lol
oh well theres always that one place that IMO has a lot more traffic(not sure if you can mention other forums on here)
DelcoSol reply :
On 12/15/2014 at 10:32 PM, thehooligan said:Sorry man, i would of listed it on here but unfortunately im not allowed to sell on the forum anymore...
Lame.
roadwarrior reply :
On 12/16/2014 at 6:47 AM, FlipSide said:Thought that was the point of the flea market lol
oh well theres always that one place that IMO has a lot more traffic(not sure if you can mention other forums on here)
I don't think it's asking too much to refrain from discussing, promoting or directing members to other fishing forums.
Just google "Fishing Forums" and create your own list.
John G reply :
Finally got a set of twins! NRX802C's with Conquest 50's. One for 1/4oz jigs and one for soft plastics.
IAY reply :
Beautiful set ups John!
John G reply :
On 12/18/2014 at 12:11 AM, IAY said:Beautiful set ups John!
Thank you!
Maico1 reply :
On 12/18/2014 at 12:06 AM, John G said:Finally got a set of twins! NRX802C's with Conquest 50's. One for 1/4oz jigs and one for soft plastics.
Congrats on the twins as they are reel sweet.....hope you enjoy them.
buzzed bait reply :
On 12/18/2014 at 12:06 AM, John G said:Finally got a set of twins! NRX802C's with Conquest 50's. One for 1/4oz jigs and one for soft plastics.
whichever one you spooled first is the oldest..... congrats on the new additions!
John G reply :
On 12/18/2014 at 12:20 AM, Maico1 said:Congrats on the twins as they are reel sweet.....hope you enjoy them.
I know that I will. I bought my first 802 on your recommendation and I thank you for the advice! Do you recognize the lure on the bottom set up? I haven't got to use them yet but they look sweet! Thanks!
John G reply :
On 12/18/2014 at 12:36 AM, buzzed bait said:whichever one you spooled first is the oldest..... congrats on the new additions!
Thank you!
thehooligan reply :
^ Sweet
*Hootie reply :
On 12/18/2014 at 12:06 AM, John G said:Finally got a set of twins! NRX802C's with Conquest 50's. One for 1/4oz jigs and one for soft plastics.
Oh man, you ARE spoiled. Just kidding. I am jealous....lol.
Hootie
roadwarrior reply :
Wow!
Maico1 reply :
On 12/18/2014 at 12:42 AM, John G said:I know that I will. I bought my first 802 on your recommendation and I thank you for the advice! Do you recognize the lure on the bottom set up? I haven't got to use them yet but they look sweet! Thanks!
You have to love the Spiders.....
Dwight Hottle reply :
John G you should have posted this under my favorite pair in the smallmouth forum. Sweet.
John G reply :
There are some nice looking pairs in that Thread!On 12/18/2014 at 5:58 AM, Dwight Hottle said:John G you should have posted this under my favorite pair in the smallmouth forum. Sweet.
buzzed bait reply :
Just picked this Patriarch up last night on a super sale! Now to find the right rod for it!
thehooligan reply :
^ You got a smokin deal on that reel !!
Would pair well with a fenwick smallie rod
buzzed bait reply :
On 12/18/2014 at 11:34 PM, thehooligan said:^ You got a smokin deal on that reel !!
Would pair well with a fenwick smallie rod
unbelievable deal for sure! would never have imagined owning such a nice spinning reel. i'm of the mind that over $100 on a spinning reel is just excessive, but to get all the features of this sweet $200 reel for $75 out the door was just crazy.
i'm going to take it nice and slow and find the right rod to pair it with and really make sure i'm maximizing the reel's potential.
bass1980 reply :
Check out the Aetos. They designed the color on that rod just for the patriarch when Fenwick and Pflueger teamed up on that. It's botj navy blue with the black carbon details. It may be hard to see on websites but trust me if you see the rod in person it's a perfect match looks wise. I don't know how it performs though.
Gone_Phishin reply :
Just received these from the far East
IAY reply :
On 12/19/2014 at 11:42 PM, Gone_Phishin said:Just received these from the far East
Nice boxes,now where are the reels?
thehooligan reply :
On 12/19/2014 at 11:42 PM, Gone_Phishin said:Just received these from the far East
d**n, thats a sweet christmas present !!
Gone_Phishin reply :
On 12/19/2014 at 11:59 PM, IAY said:Nice boxes,now where are the reels?
A Megabass Zonda Hedgehog and a Megabass Lin Black Jungle...didn't have time to snap more pics.
The Zonda is going on an X7 Eiger, and the Lin is going on a Super Red Demon.
On 12/20/2014 at 12:00 AM, thehooligan said:d**n, thats a sweet christmas present !!
For sure. I haven't bought myself anything nice for awhile, so I figured what the heck.
IAY reply :
On 12/20/2014 at 1:26 AM, Gone_Phishin said:A Megabass Zonda Hedgehog and a Megabass Lin Black Jungle...didn't have time to snap more pics.
The Zonda is going on an X7 Eiger, and the Lin is going on a Super Red Demon.
For sure.
Of course I know what they are! just want to see some pics I am patiently waiting for my SRD and IP79 to arrive.
DFrench97 reply :
On 12/19/2014 at 6:33 AM, bass1980 said:Check out the Aetos. They designed the color on that rod just for the patriarch when Fenwick and Pflueger teamed up on that. It's botj navy blue with the black carbon details. It may be hard to see on websites but trust me if you see the rod in person it's a perfect match looks wise. I don't know how it performs though.
Would look amazing with a Patriarch. It is a sweet rod too!
Gone_Phishin reply :
On 12/20/2014 at 1:33 AM, IAY said:Of course I know what they are! just want to see some pics
Lol, I misread your post...work is pretty hectic today.
You are going to LOVE the Super Red Demon...it covers such a wide array of weights and is really sensitive.
IAY reply :
thehooligan reply :
The hedgehog/Eiger combo will be amazing 
Gone_Phishin reply :
On 12/20/2014 at 2:29 AM, IAY said:
Isn't posting like this much better?
Lol. Very nice! One of those is on my short list...want to pair it with an X7 Extreme Mission.
On 12/20/2014 at 3:07 AM, thehooligan said:The hedgehog/Eiger combo will be amazing
Spring can't come soon enough. I am going to spool it with 5 lb fluorocarbon, and toss small jigs and t-rigs.
DirtyDeuceGoose reply :
That's a sharp looking IP. Looking to add one to my collection as well.
OK Bass Hunter reply :
Looking at getting the Super Red Demon myself.
Gone_Phishin reply :
On 12/20/2014 at 3:29 PM, OK Bass Hunter said:Looking at getting the Super Red Demon myself.
Get one! You won't be sorry.
Everyone should own a SRD and an X4 Destruction.
IAY reply :
Two problems with getting a SRD right now; they are literally out of stock in most places(I checked A LOT of Japanese sites + USA ones), and they aren't in production schedule for the next 6 months. I got pretty lucky that one of the dealers still had one in stock to sell
Goose52 reply :
My Daiwa squadron just added another member. Ryoga 1016H, 6.3:1 ratio, gives a measured 26.5 IPT at the top of the spool - a very handy number...
The only reel I own where the sideplate is secured by allen screws!
A Zillion is often referred to as a tank. Maybe, but check out this frame.................THIS is a tank!
20-position MagForce Z dial (the black ring on the sideplate):
RCS 1016 spool - I'm sure the Daiwa junkies will be chiming in with spool options.
I usually always include a photo of a new reel with a fish...............but unfortunately there is not much catching going on here right now. Water is still soft, but surface water temps have been around 41-43 for the last couple weeks and catching is poor. I've had it on the water for about 90 minutes over the last couple days. SOLID reel - it feels like you are holding a solid block of aluminum. Glass-smooth on the retrieve. A nifty reel indeed.
It should work, reel in fish.........................as soon as I can find some fish............................
Stingray23 reply :
On 12/22/2014 at 8:35 AM, Goose52 said:My Daiwa squadron just added another member. Ryoga 1016H, 6.3:1 ratio, gives a measured 26.5 IPT at the top of the spool - a very handy number...
The only reel I own where the sideplate is secured by allen screws!
A Zillion is often referred to as a tank. Maybe, but check out this frame.................THIS is a tank!
20-position MagForce Z dial:
RCS 1016 spool - I'm sure the Daiwa junkies will be chiming in with spool options.
I usually always include a photo of a new reel with a fish...............but unfortunately there is not much catching going on here right now. Water is still soft, but surface water temps have been around 41-43 for the last couple weeks and catching is poor. I've had it on the water for about 90 minutes over the last couple days. SOLID reel - it feels like you are holding a solid block of aluminum. Glass-smooth on the retrieve. A nifty reel indeed.
It should work, reel in fish.........................as soon as I can find some fish............................
d**n! That a beauty. Looks like it was carved from one piece billet.
Dwight Hottle reply :
Sweet acquisition Goose.
Goose52 reply :
On 12/23/2014 at 6:25 AM, Dwight Hottle said:Sweet acquisition Goose.
Thanks Dwight. So many more reels left to try..............................................
ColdSVT reply :
My meager shimano collection...the Calcutta was my first
Goose52 reply :
On 12/24/2014 at 6:25 AM, ColdSVT said:My meager shimano collection...the Calcutta was my first
...and the Calcutta could end up outlasting all the others..........................
*Hootie reply :
On 12/24/2014 at 6:25 AM, ColdSVT said:My meager shimano collection...the Calcutta was my first
Didn't you notice that they are all made backwards?
Hootie
Goose52 reply :
On 12/24/2014 at 7:21 AM, *Hootie said:Didn't you notice that they are all made backwards?
Hootie
Fixed it...................................
ColdSVT reply :
On 12/24/2014 at 7:21 AM, *Hootie said:Didn't you notice that they are all made backwards?
Hootie
I cant help it that my dad taught me to fish lefty lol
rippin-lips reply :
Next springs starting lineup as of now. Hopefully selling one of the Px's to fund a ss sv.
Recon 713 with px68l
Os7 spool bearings,worm gear upgrade,pxr line guide,pxr cast cap 'not pictured' carbontex drag,2 extra knob bearings
Champion 703 with px68l
Os7 spool bearings,worm gear upgrade,pxr line guide,carbontex drag,2 extra knob bearings
Campion dx 704 with Steez 100 hla
Os7 spool bearings,rcs 1016 spool
John G reply :
Nice looking collection of Shimano's. Please tell me, if you were forced to sell one, and both reels were in perfect condition and assuming they are used for the same purpose, are you selling the Curado 200E or the new Curado?On 12/24/2014 at 6:25 AM, ColdSVT said:My meager shimano collection...the Calcutta was my first
ColdSVT reply :
On 12/24/2014 at 4:31 PM, John G said:Nice looking collection of Shimano's. Please tell me, if you were forced to sell one, and both reels were in perfect condition and assuming they are used for the same purpose, are you selling the Curado 200E or the new Curado?
Jeez i dunno lol...id probably sell the I. The E has spent so much time in my hand it feels like part of me...ive only had I since august
John G reply :
I am debating getting the new Scorpion or the older XT1500. I regretfully sold my 1500's a while back and here I am either buying some more or the new Scorpion. They will be primarily used for inshore fishing.On 12/24/2014 at 9:19 PM, ColdSVT said:Jeez i dunno lol...id probably sell the I. The E has spent so much time in my hand it feels like part of me...ive only had I since august
Goose52 reply :
On 12/24/2014 at 9:33 PM, John G said:I am debating getting the new Scorpion or the older XT1500...............
John - go with the future..................not the past..................
John G reply :
On 12/24/2014 at 10:13 PM, Goose52 said:John - go with the future..................not the past..................
I have handled the new Curado at DSG. I do like the way it palms better than the 1500. If I can scrounge up enough money before the end of December, I might get the 6.3:1 from Japan Tackle while it's on sale.
Hi Salenity reply :
On 12/24/2014 at 10:13 PM, Goose52 said:John - go with the future..................not the past..................
What is the new one the xt 1000?
ColdSVT reply :
New one is scorpion 200 i think
I know i want a scorpion lol
Goose52 reply :
Yes - Scorpion 200 is the JDM version of the Curado I. As John said - on-sale now at Japan Tackle..
OK Bass Hunter reply :
On 12/24/2014 at 4:31 PM, John G said:Nice looking collection of Shimano's. Please tell me, if you were forced to sell one, and both reels were in perfect condition and assuming they are used for the same purpose, are you selling the Curado 200E or the new Curado?
The handles are all on the wrong side.
Goose52 reply :
On 12/25/2014 at 2:27 AM, OK Bass Hunter said:The handles are all on the wrong side.
It was already fixed in an above post... http://www.bassresource.com/bass-fishing-forums/topic/40660-show-off-your-stuff/page-114#entry1663995
Goose52 reply :
On 12/22/2014 at 8:35 AM, Goose52 said:I usually always include a photo of a new reel with a fish...............but unfortunately there is not much catching going on here right now. Water is still soft, but surface water temps have been around 41-43 for the last couple weeks and catching is poor. I've had it on the water for about 90 minutes over the last couple days. SOLID reel - it feels like you are holding a solid block of aluminum. Glass-smooth on the retrieve. A nifty reel indeed.
It should work, reel in fish.........................as soon as I can find some fish............................
OK - took a couple days but the Ryoga 1016H has scored...
NOW, I can give the reel the highest rating - seems to work, reels in fish...................
*Hootie reply :
On 12/24/2014 at 10:29 PM, John G said:I have handled the new Curado at DSG. I do like the way it palms better than the 1500. If I can scrounge up enough money before the end of December, I might get the 6.3:1 from Japan Tackle while it's on sale.
Get it John, get it, get it, get it.
Hootie
John G reply :
It will either be the new Scorpion or another XT1000.On 12/26/2014 at 12:41 AM, *Hootie said:Get it John, get it, get it, get it.
Hootie
Hi Salenity reply :
On 12/26/2014 at 2:50 AM, John G said:It will either be the new Scorpion or another XT1000.
You should buy my xt100 so I can get the new Scorpion.
FishTank reply :
On 12/24/2014 at 6:25 AM, ColdSVT said:My meager shimano collection...the Calcutta was my first
I have the Calcutta 251 as well. Like someone stated, it might last forever. Solid as a tank and smooth.
John G reply :
On 12/26/2014 at 3:09 AM, Hi Salenity said:You should buy my xt100 so I can get the new Scorpion.
i ordered the Scorpion 200 today. It's primarily going to be used for inshore so I went with the added line capacity.
Goose52 reply :
On 12/27/2014 at 4:37 AM, John G said:i ordered the Scorpion 200 today. It's primarily going to be used for inshore so I went with the added line capacity.
You gotta post pics when you get it...............................................preferably with a fish next to it !
ColdSVT reply :
On 12/26/2014 at 11:20 AM, FishTank said:I have the Calcutta 251 as well. Like someone stated, it might last forever. Solid as a tank and smooth.
Its been a great reel...its seen 11+ years of use...and many many many fish
1BADAIR reply :
Got a Curado I for christmas. Hope it does as well as my Curado B5 and pro qualifier
DirtyDeuceGoose reply :
My Type R family got a little bigger today
*Hootie reply :
On 12/27/2014 at 7:41 AM, 1BADAIR said:Got a Curado I for christmas. Hope it does as well as my Curado B5 and pro qualifier
The Curado I is a great reel. I have three of them.
Hootie
Goose52 reply :
On 12/31/2014 at 2:25 AM, DirtyDeuceGoose said:My Type R family got a little bigger today
Which was the latest - the PX-R?
BTW - that photo is missing three VERY important things: 1) line, 2) rods, and 3) fish..............................................
DirtyDeuceGoose reply :
On 12/31/2014 at 4:15 AM, Goose52 said:Which was the latest - the PX-R?
BTW - that photo is missing three VERY important things: 1) line, 2) rods, and 3) fish..............................................
The PX-R is indeed the latest, and my line is scheduled for delivery tomorrow. As for the fish, they're coming! Here are the rods:
Kidflex reply :
My name is Brian and I too have an addiction like all of you! I'm also new to the forum. Here's my finally downsized bass collection of reels. No need to name the reels, everyone probably knows what each are. I will say I'm a hardcore shimano and daiwa fan but my quantums get the most love from me. Tour mg is my new favorite! Also for anyone who hasn't tried out a hammer rod, do yourself a favor and get one. Lighter and more sensitive than my glx rods. These will be replacing all my rods soon.
rippin-lips reply :
Downsized huh!
Senko lover reply :
On 1/2/2015 at 12:10 PM, Kidflex said:My name is Brian and I too have an addiction like all of you! I'm also new to the forum. Here's my finally downsized bass collection of reels. No need to name the reels, everyone probably knows what each are. I will say I'm a hardcore shimano and daiwa fan but my quantums get the most love from me. Tour mg is my new favorite! Also for anyone who hasn't tried out a hammer rod, do yourself a favor and get one. Lighter and more sensitive than my glx rods. These will be replacing all my rods soon.
Impressive!
buzzed bait reply :
nice layout kidflex! pretty sure that's the point that the wife leaves me!
Goose52 reply :
On 1/2/2015 at 12:10 PM, Kidflex said:My name is Brian and I too have an addiction like all of you! I'm also new to the forum. Here's my finally downsized bass collection of reels. No need to name the reels, everyone probably knows what each are. I will say I'm a hardcore shimano and daiwa fan but my quantums get the most love from me. Tour mg is my new favorite! Also for anyone who hasn't tried out a hammer rod, do yourself a favor and get one. Lighter and more sensitive than my glx rods. These will be replacing all my rods soon.
Neat stuff. Lots of nice gear - check. Line on (most of the reels) - check. Some round reels included - check. BUT - labels and plastic wrap on the rod grips - BAD Brian, BAD. Peel off the labels, remove the plastic wrap, mount the reels, and get everything slimed up pronto!
HoosierHawgs reply :
It's winter here and the reels are going up so I figured I'd upload some pics!
http://imgur.com/7gvi1yL
Not quite as impressive as some, but not quite finished yet! There are some Lew's, Quantum, Daiwa, Shimano, and Abu all in the mix, but the Lew's are by far my favorite.
Jd_Phillips_Fishin reply :
On 1/3/2015 at 1:17 AM, jakob1010 said:It's winter here and the reels are going up so I figured I'd upload some pics!
http://imgur.com/7gvi1yL
Not quite as impressive as some, but not quite finished yet!
Nice stuff you got there
Tywithay reply :
Has the ice melted yet??? Buying some blanks to start making custom rods for each of these probably later this week.
kickerfish1 reply :
What blanks do you have in mind? Moving baits or bottom contact stuff?
Nice additions by the way!
Tywithay reply :
On 1/6/2015 at 10:38 AM, kickerfish1 said:What blanks do you have in mind? Moving baits or bottom contact stuff?
Nice additions by the way!
Bottom contact, jigs and t-rigs for the Zillion, finesse jigs for the Vanquish. Been looking at NFC IM blanks, but still really eyeballing a K2 for the Vanquish.
Hi Salenity reply :
On 1/6/2015 at 10:27 AM, Tywithay said:Has the ice melted yet?
Not yet and the ice is getting expensive! I picked up another Megabucks rod today and have 2 more Edge rods coming Tomorrow. And I've got $225 of swimbaits coming from Japan.
War Eagle 44 reply :
Finally got around to re-assembling the Chronarch 101B with the addition of the Yumeya shallow spool. Still haven't fished it, well for that matter I still haven't even spooled it with line. I can't decide if I want to use a rod I already have or if I need to pick up a new one.
EvanT123 reply :
On 1/6/2015 at 11:30 AM, War Eagle 44 said:Finally got around to re-assembling the Chronarch 101B with the addition of the Yumeya shallow spool. Still haven't fished it, well for that matter I still haven't even spooled it with line. I can't decide if I want to use a rod I already have or if I need to pick up a new one.
That looks sweet. Let us know if that new spool puts some new life in that old girl.
aavery2 reply :
On 1/6/2015 at 10:27 AM, Tywithay said:Has the ice melted yet??? Buying some blanks to start making custom rods for each of these probably later this week.
So what do you think of the Zillion? Maybe just a quick out of box kind of thing.
Tywithay reply :
The clutch is solid, the retrieve is very smooth. All in all it feels much more solid than the Tatula. I'm going to tear it down and look at the internals soon, that will give a little more insight.On 1/6/2015 at 11:56 AM, aavery2 said:So what do you think of the Zillion? Maybe just a quick out of box kind of thing.
aavery2 reply :
On 1/6/2015 at 12:10 PM, Tywithay said:The clutch is solid, the retrieve is very smooth. All in all it feels much more solid than the Tatula. I'm going to tear it down and look at the internals soon, that will give a little more insight.
Cool, take a picture or two if you think about it, I would like to see what it looks like inside.
kickerfish1 reply :
On 1/6/2015 at 10:49 AM, Tywithay said:Bottom contact, jigs and t-rigs for the Zillion, finesse jigs for the Vanquish. Been looking at NFC IM blanks, but still really eyeballing a K2 for the Vanquish.
Sounds like very wise choices. I have been considering going the custom route for almost two years now. Got turned off by local custom builder who's custom rods looked gaudy, saltwaterish, and overall less than pleasing to the eye. Spent hours talking to him and a half day touring his "facility". He is as smart as they come and does a good job with building and utilizing quality components but I shyed away after seeing the finished product and costs. I have some ideas but more research will need to be done. Ideally I would like a black and gold themed rod and one with black and royal purple.
Good luck with the builds and throw up a few photos once they are completed if you remember.
War Eagle 44 reply :
Finally got around to putting this little guy back together as well. As with my other recently completed CH 101B reel I haven't "tested" this one either but I hope to before to long. Just have to decide on a rod for it. I made numerous changes; Core 7:1 gears, Core clutch bar, Carbontex drag, ARB pinion bearing, added two additional bearings per knob, "upgraded" Shimano spool bearings, and of course the Yumeya BFS MG spool. I decided to do an "all Shimano" BFS reel so I stuck to using only Shimano parts except for the drag washers. Not really sure where the idea came from but I just wanted to see how it would turn out so here it is.
John G reply :
You have done all those great mods to your sweet little 50, you might as well finish up with an aluminum CU201E drag star.On 1/9/2015 at 11:22 AM, War Eagle 44 said:Finally got around to putting this little guy back together as well. As with my other recently completed CH 101B reel I haven't "tested" this one either but I hope to before to long. Just have to decide on a rod for it. I made numerous changes; Core 7:1 gears, Core clutch bar, Carbontex drag, ARB pinion bearing, added two additional bearings per knob, "upgraded" Shimano spool bearings, and of course the Yumeya BFS MG spool. I decided to do an "all Shimano" BFS reel so I stuck to using only Shimano parts except for the drag washers. Not really sure where the idea came from but I just wanted to see how it would turn out so here it is.
I just put that spool in an XT1000 and if you haven't used it yet, you are in for a treat when you throw unweighted plastics. That spool is pure magic!
thehooligan reply :
Nice little reel there, a core 51 dragstar looks even better
War Eagle 44 reply :
Thanks for the replies fella's but I actually like the matching green drag star. Also the fact that it's plastic doesn't bother me either.
I'm looking forward to fishing with this one as soon as I find the "right" rod. I thought I had that part figured out but I was surprised at the amount it costs to ship a one piece rod from Japan. So much for that and I don't really like the idea of a two piece so I'm still searching.
roadwarrior reply :
You might consider talking with Mike at DVT about building a custom. He built one for me last year and it is impressive!
bass raider reply :
On 1/9/2015 at 11:22 AM, War Eagle 44 said:Finally got around to putting this little guy back together as well. As with my other recently completed CH 101B reel I haven't "tested" this one either but I hope to before to long. Just have to decide on a rod for it. I made numerous changes; Core 7:1 gears, Core clutch bar, Carbontex drag, ARB pinion bearing, added two additional bearings per knob, "upgraded" Shimano spool bearings, and of course the Yumeya BFS MG spool. I decided to do an "all Shimano" BFS reel so I stuck to using only Shimano parts except for the drag washers. Not really sure where the idea came from but I just wanted to see how it would turn out so here it is.
other than the handle being on the wrong side that is one sweet little reel! i could do some serious light jig& jighead/ hula grub fishing with that! the chrome thumbar really makes it
buzzed bait reply :
On 1/9/2015 at 11:22 AM, War Eagle 44 said:Finally got around to putting this little guy back together as well. As with my other recently completed CH 101B reel I haven't "tested" this one either but I hope to before to long. Just have to decide on a rod for it. I made numerous changes; Core 7:1 gears, Core clutch bar, Carbontex drag, ARB pinion bearing, added two additional bearings per knob, "upgraded" Shimano spool bearings, and of course the Yumeya BFS MG spool. I decided to do an "all Shimano" BFS reel so I stuck to using only Shimano parts except for the drag washers. Not really sure where the idea came from but I just wanted to see how it would turn out so here it is.
wow that's sweet. really like the clutch bar on there. when i get both my 51e's back from DVT i may have to look into some core clutch bars!
War Eagle 44 reply :
On 1/10/2015 at 5:13 AM, bass raider said:other than the handle being on the wrong side that is one sweet little reel! i could do some serious light jig& jighead/ hula grub fishing with that! the chrome thumbar really makes it
On 1/10/2015 at 5:35 AM, buzzed bait said:wow that's sweet. really like the clutch bar on there. when i get both my 51e's back from DVT i may have to look into some core clutch bars!
Thanks guys for the kind words. It's nothing fancy like some of the gear shown here but I'm more of a performance over appearance kind of guy anyway so this reel fits my personality. Don't get me wrong, some of the Aldies & Core 50's with those sky blue dress up parts look amazing I'd rather spend that money on other things.
On 1/10/2015 at 3:04 AM, roadwarrior said:You might consider talking with Mike at DVT about building a custom. He built one for me last year and it is impressive!
I've thought about going this route, I might just have to get in touch with him. Thanks for the suggestion.
hzzhangc reply :
Got two shimanos as soon as my wife left the country for a two month trip. Also got a few pairs of knobs to match the spools on TDZ.
Jd_Phillips_Fishin reply :
Nice reels if the handles weren't on the wrong side
thehooligan reply :
On 1/11/2015 at 4:26 AM, hzzhangc said:Got two shimanos as soon as my wife left the country for a two month trip.
Haha, nice pair of alde's
Kidflex reply :
Here's a couple of new rods I just got. Of course I didn't need them but I haven't tried any of these so I figured why not. Not sure why everyone complains about the villain reel seat. Pretty comfy to me but hours of use will tell the truth. Fenwick has always been good for me and the elite tech bass is no exception in the fit and finish dept. exo is super light and will be my new frog rod. The falcon is for the 10xd's I plan on throwing this year. The tatula ml is pretty nice. Side by side comparing it to my glx 843cbr, bend, weight and balance are very similar. How it handles with bait and with fish to be determined. Hopefully soon.
lmbfisherman reply :
On 1/13/2015 at 9:21 AM, Kidflex said:Here's a couple of new rods I just got. Of course I didn't need them but I haven't tried any of these so I figured why not. Not sure why everyone complains about the villain reel seat. Pretty comfy to me but hours of use will tell the truth. Fenwick has always been good for me and the elite tech bass is no exception in the fit and finish dept. exo is super light and will be my new frog rod. The falcon is for the 10xd's I plan on throwing this year. The tatula ml is pretty nice. Side by side comparing it to my glx 843cbr, bend, weight and balance are very similar. How it handles with bait and with fish to be determined. Hopefully soon.
Hey let me know how the new Fenwick ET Bass rods are, the Smallmouth version was super awesome.
Kidflex reply :
On 1/13/2015 at 9:24 AM, lmbfisherman said:Hey let me know how the new Fenwick ET Bass rods are, the Smallmouth version was super awesome.
Will do. This is a 6'6" med rod. All my fenwicks(hmg, aetos) are on the heavier side both action and feel so I wanted to get a light in hand rod. Paired up with a smoke reel. Feels great but needs to get bent!
lmbfisherman reply :
On 1/13/2015 at 9:41 AM, Kidflex said:Will do. This is a 6'6" med rod. All my fenwicks(hmg, aetos) are on the heavier side both action and feel so I wanted to get a light in hand rod. Paired up with a smoke reel. Feels great but needs to get bent!
I own the 6'9 M/XF Spinning and the 6'10" M/F. If i knew about them earlier I would've probably had a lot more. I also have 7' M/F Spinning Aetos and 7'6" H/XF Aetos. All four just are awesome. Most of my outings both spinning rods are with me. They are my staples of my arsenal.
To me they fish fish just as well as my Avid (ET Series) and I'll even say they are close to my previous generation Cumara. The Aetos slightly better. I hope they kept the same formula on the new line!
Dylcook91 reply :
Just broke my bank on this set up
buzzed bait reply :
On 1/13/2015 at 9:21 AM, Kidflex said:Here's a couple of new rods I just got. Of course I didn't need them but I haven't tried any of these so I figured why not. Not sure why everyone complains about the villain reel seat. Pretty comfy to me but hours of use will tell the truth. Fenwick has always been good for me and the elite tech bass is no exception in the fit and finish dept. exo is super light and will be my new frog rod. The falcon is for the 10xd's I plan on throwing this year. The tatula ml is pretty nice. Side by side comparing it to my glx 843cbr, bend, weight and balance are very similar. How it handles with bait and with fish to be determined. Hopefully soon
i have 2 MH tatula's and really like them. they are very light and balanced. i've had them both for about a year now and they are great. nice little lineup there.
Jd_Phillips_Fishin reply :
Is the Quantum exo rod any good?
Kidflex reply :
Haven't got to use it yet. It's light and balanced well. 7'4" hvy model. I've only used the smoke and kvd rods from quantum and have been pleased with them. This should be better, I hope.
ChrisWi reply :
My new Max 3D and Inferno
The max 3d is a 723
Inferno is a 703
smallies24/7 reply :
Just got a Diawa PX-R and a DX702C to match it. Should have a blast throwing light drop shots and hair jigs for smallies with it.
BIGGUNZ reply :
Curado 200e7 - everything metal polished, blue flake paint, supertuned, boca bearings (all of them), smooth drag and blue acrylic knobs.
quantum exo - green paint
These were done last winter so they have some wear and tear.
HoosierHawgs reply :
Cool paint jobs! Custom paint jobs look cool on everything!On 1/16/2015 at 12:09 PM, BIGGUNZ said:Curado 200e7 - everything metal polished, blue flake paint, supertuned, boca bearings (all of them), smooth drag and blue acrylic knobs.
quantum exo - green paint
These were done last winter so they have some wear and tear.
tomustang reply :
New rod
Goose52 reply :
Nice rod and classic spoon....
OntarioFishingGuy reply :
On 1/17/2015 at 7:56 AM, tomustang said:New rod
That's pretty much my dream setup...
DelcoSol reply :
Bait Monkey ate my wallet.
Dobyns 705CB
Loomis NRX 803JWR
Loomis NRX 893JWR
Daiwa SSSV
I am thinking of waiting to get a Metanium DC for the Dobyns when it comes out.
kingmotorboat reply :
Just ordered a tatula type r and tatula rod from Mr Ron at valley sport today can't wait till it gets here
Tywithay reply :
Good looking combo. St Croix makes some of the most beautiful rods, but they kill me with the full inch of exposed threads.On 1/17/2015 at 7:56 AM, tomustang said:New rod
War Eagle 44 reply :
Nothing fancy here guys but today was the first time I've gotten it out on the water. I was very pleased with it as a whole, nice reel for it's price. Rod was nice also but I kinda feel they were a smidge over priced when they first came out. (Which embarrassingly that's how long I've had this rod and today was the first time I've fished it 
)
kickerfish1 reply :
Nice outfit WarEagle! Hard to tell in the photo but is that one of the older cumara rods? I have 4 still and will never part with mine. Great looking and performing rods.
bass1980 reply :
Cumulus 610MH with Metanium. Might switch the Met to a Aldebaran BFS or the new Aldebaran. Sorry really bad lighting.
kickerfish1 reply :
That Cumuls 6'10 MH is my favorite mag finesse casting rod ever. At 3 ounces it is stupid light. Components and blank were some of the best Shimano made at the time. The rod is quite unique. It probably should be labeled as Medium powered rod. It really caps at just above 3/8 oz and 1/2 oz is the max for me. I have a core 50mg7 on mine with HH Studios dress up parts and 10# tatsu. Great outfit for finsse jigs and weightless plastics around little to no cover. Also a rod that fishes shakeyhead worms and drop shot rigs. The other thing that it is fun to throw on it are jerbaits. A unique rod that takes time to adjust to. Once you do it is fun mag finesse rod!!
Nice find and a rod that doesnt come available all that often. Enjoy...
bass1980 reply :
Yeah it is definitely not a MH but I knew that buying it. Probably going to use it for shakey head or drop shot around weedlines. Caught 5 smallies yesterday with it. To be honest I don't see the love affair with this rod yet but I've only used it once. This model seem to get nothing but praise and considered the best pre jackall rod Shimano has ever made. I do like it but I'm not sure if I love it just yet. Maybe a few more outings fishing for LMB on what it was attended for.
War Eagle 44 reply :
On 1/19/2015 at 12:02 AM, kickerfish1 said:Nice outfit WarEagle! Hard to tell in the photo but is that one of the older cumara rods? I have 4 still and will never part with mine. Great looking and performing rods.
No unfortunately it's a Crucial. I only have one first gen Cumara spinning rod but as you say it's fantastic.
jyu87 reply :
Got three setups.
Newest is the Zillion TWS on the Zillion Rod. Then I have the AG Revo STX on a LTB. Lastly, Lew's Speed Spool LFS on a St. Croix Mojo Bass. Can't wait to sling that TWS though.
Edit. Crap. All my photos are too big. Doh!
HoosierHawgs reply :
On 1/19/2015 at 9:40 AM, jyu87 said:Got three setups.
Newest is the Zillion TWS on the Zillion Rod. Then I have the AG Revo STX on a LTB. Lastly, Lew's Speed Spool LFS on a St. Croix Mojo Bass. Can't wait to sling that TWS though.
Those sound like sweet setups! Do you have pics?
jyu87 reply :
Got it working. Good stuff.
Jaheff reply :
My Four Favorites at the moment. Only the KP and 713 are a set combo, I'm always switching things around.
kickerfish1 reply :
On 1/19/2015 at 5:50 AM, War Eagle 44 said:No unfortunately it's a Crucial. I only have one first gen Cumara spinning rod but as you say it's fantastic.
Gotcha! It was hard to tell in the picture. Enjoy!
kickerfish1 reply :
On 1/19/2015 at 5:41 AM, bass1980 said:Yeah it is definitely not a MH but I knew that buying it. Probably going to use it for shakey head or drop shot around weedlines. Caught 5 smallies yesterday with it. To be honest I don't see the love affair with this rod yet but I've only used it once. This model seem to get nothing but praise and considered the best pre jackall rod Shimano has ever made. I do like it but I'm not sure if I love it just yet. Maybe a few more outings fishing for LMB on what it was attended for.
The taper and power are unique for sure. I would say it is a medium powered rod with a moderate fast action. It really bends pretty deep into the blank. Looking at Shimanos current lineup you wont find a rod that is this sensitive and light weight.
bass1980 reply :
Definitely light and paired with a 6oz reel it's nice. I'm either going even lighter with Aldebarans or getting a shallow spool for the Metanium. Not sure yet.
ChrisWi reply :
that zillion is gorgeous.On 1/19/2015 at 9:58 AM, jyu87 said:Got it working. Good stuff.
thehooligan reply :
The 6'10 & 6'5 Cumulus casting rods are all time favorites of mine
rippin-lips reply :
Picked up an SV spool to try out. So far I'm very impressed with it. It even kinda ties the combo together with the orange on the rod.
thehooligan reply :
Nice combo
TNRanger reply :
Pretty excited about these...
bootytrain reply :
Got these 3 over the holidays
ChrisWi reply :
are these JDM reels? Pretty sure that's a Scorpion on the left.On 1/22/2015 at 4:35 AM, bootytrain said:Got these 3 over the holidays
bootytrain reply :
On 1/22/2015 at 5:42 AM, ChrisWi said:are these JDM reels? Pretty sure that's a Scorpion on the left.
The Calais DC is usdm. The other 2 are JDM.
buzzed bait reply :
On 1/22/2015 at 4:35 AM, bootytrain said:Got these 3 over the holidays
santa hooked you up! nice reels you got there...
Tim Kelly reply :
On 1/22/2015 at 3:22 AM, TNRanger said:Pretty excited about these...
Nice!
HoosierHawgs reply :
That red on the far left is sexy.On 1/22/2015 at 4:35 AM, bootytrain said:Got these 3 over the holidays
bass1980 reply :
Point of no return.............beginning of the end...............YOLO
IAY reply :
On 1/25/2015 at 11:37 AM, bass1980 said:Point of no return.............beginning of the end...............YOLO
What took you so long?
bass1980 reply :
Already fell for the Dark side two years ago. This year I'll get some megabass and test my marriage lol.
roadwarrior reply :
Just one at a time and she will never know.
Hi Salenity reply :
The Monkey will never allow thatOn 1/26/2015 at 5:36 AM, roadwarrior said:Just one at a time and she will never know.
tomustang reply :
New to me girl (rarenium, 2500S) on the left, replacing the girl on the right. I'm going to stop messing with my dropshot combo now
Now my wife gets the other rarenium for her new skipping reel
Edit, added another photo
Edited by tomustangOK Bass Hunter reply :
Please tell me how the Rarenium works out for you. It's on my shortlist.
tomustang reply :
On 1/27/2015 at 3:06 PM, OK Bass Hunter said:Please tell me how the Rarenium works out for you. It's on my shortlist.
It feels just like the original CI4, looks a lot better though, only real difference is the gear ratio is lower.
LApanic reply :
Sorry to tired for pics but my 3 or so favorite setups is going to be Quantum Heavy. You been warned!
Quantum TE100HPT 7:3 - Veritas2 7'6" MH jig/plastics
Quantum TE100HPT 7.3 - Tour KVD 6'8" med trap Rod
Smoke SL1500HPT 7: - smoke 7'4" HVY pitching wood/grass
Last of my favs ...Diawa Tatula 100h 6:3:1 - Veritas2 6'8" MH micro...Topwater treble hook baits
Hogsticker reply :
Scorpion with Yumeya BFS spool. My micro jerk/crank baby.
HoosierHawgs reply :
That handle....On 1/28/2015 at 2:46 PM, Hogsticker said:Scorpion with Yumeya BFS spool. My micro jerk/crank baby. 20150127_222526 (308x410).jpg 20150127_222839 (308x410).jpg
Tywithay reply :
It was in the 70s today, for some reason. So I dusted them off for the winter and spooled up some new toys.
DirtyDeuceGoose reply :
On 1/29/2015 at 5:39 AM, Tywithay said:It was in the 70s today, for some reason. So I dusted them off for the winter and spooled up some new toys.
Thanks, now I need to buy a new zillion!
thehooligan reply :
^ Nice combos
HookdUP reply :
This is turned into a what rare jdm
Reels I have so I'll just show my one .. Rarenium are great and I loved them til I got this
powerduster reply :
I just got a new reel, an omoto wavecaster 4000. It's not bad looking reel. The color looks nice, and I like the look of round reels. I bought it mostly for freshwater fishing. It ended up being a little larger than I actually wanted. I mistakenly assumed that it would be about the size of an abu 4500, but it's more like a 5500 sized abu. The profile is a little larger than a 5500 abu as well. It's not a big deal. I just wanted something smaller for the type of fishing I wanted to do, which would have been bass, pickerel, catfish, and even some saltwater species: like stripers and bluefish. Other then the size mistake, I'm very happy with it so far; especially for the price.
Tim Kelly reply :
From the pictures I'd have thought it was 4500 size too.
HoosierHawgs reply :
How much did you pay for it?On 1/30/2015 at 12:18 PM, powerduster said:I just got a new reel, an omoto wavecaster 4000. It's not bad looking reel. The color looks nice, and I like the look of round reels. I bought it mostly for freshwater fishing. It ended up being a little larger than I actually wanted. I mistakenly assumed that it would be about the size of an abu 4500, but it's more like a 5500 sized abu. The profile is a little larger than a 5500 abu as well. It's not a big deal. I just wanted something smaller for the type of fishing I wanted to do, which would have been bass, pickerel, catfish, and even some saltwater species: like stripers and bluefish. Other then the size mistake, I'm very happy with it so far; especially for the price. image.jpg image.jpg
powerduster reply :
$97. I can't post a pic, because the file is too big for some reason, but the inside is built like a 7000 reel.On 1/31/2015 at 1:48 AM, jakob1010 said:How much did you pay for it?
Tim Kelly reply :
ABU used to build a 7000 hsn (high speed narrow) which was similar. Great concept too for musky anglers. You had the strength of a 7000 with less bulk.
powerduster reply :
i did not know that, but not too surprised since abu makes a lot of different reels. Also, omoto used to make reels for them as well, which explains a lot of the physicsl similarities. Having it now, it is so much easier to see the differences from omoto's body to that of the ambassadeurs. Just looking at photos doesn't help. But now I'm thinking the physical comparison should be applied with the 7000hsn you mention.On 1/31/2015 at 12:36 PM, Tim Kelly said:ABU used to build a 7000 hsn (high speed narrow) which was similar. Great concept too for musky anglers. You had the strength of a 7000 with less bulk.
thehooligan reply :
IAY reply :
On 2/5/2015 at 2:53 AM, thehooligan said:
Is this your first JDM? and can you tell me how well it handles 1/16 of an oz stuffs once you get to try it out?
bootytrain reply :
Nice acquisition!On 2/5/2015 at 2:53 AM, thehooligan said:
thehooligan reply :
On 2/5/2015 at 2:58 AM, IAY said:Is this your first JDM? and can you tell me how well it handles 1/16 of an oz stuffs once you get to try it out?
First high end jdm rod, i had a majorcraft corkish which i was pretty impressed with for build quality though.
The rod came in a few days ago when it was 28 degrees out with 25mph winds but i had to get out there, lol. Was so windy i really couldnt get an accurate feel for the rod.
So, i went out shortly today, 44 degrees and no wind. Spooled up some #7 sniper and hit the road.
Rod is rated 3/32 - 3/8oz. I wouldnt throw heavier then 1/4oz hardbaits, and 1/16oz plastics. Its ideal for my two go finesse baits, 3-4 inch wacky senkos, and 1/16oz flickshake.
IAY reply :
On 2/5/2015 at 4:14 AM, thehooligan said:First high end jdm rod, i had a majorcraft corkish which i was pretty impressed with for build quality though.
The rod came in a few days ago when it was 28 degrees out with 25mph winds but i had to get out there, lol. Was so windy i really couldnt get an accurate feel for the rod.
So, i went out shortly today, 44 degrees and no wind. Spooled up some #7 sniper and hit the road.
Rod is rated 3/32 - 3/8oz. I wouldnt throw heavier then 1/4oz hardbaits, and 1/16oz plastics. Its ideal for my two go finesse baits, 3-4 inch wacky senkos, and 1/16oz flickshake.
Awesome. I am still deciding what to pair with my Metanium HG, that I upgraded with some KTF parts. I know the spool is 1.2 grams heavier than the Aldebaran BFS one, so its questionable whether it can successfully throw 1/16 oz jig+trailer, even with proper rod.
Edit* The finish and color on the blank is quite stunning.
lmbfisherman reply :
On 2/5/2015 at 2:53 AM, thehooligan said:
BEAUTIFUL. WOW. I. WANT.
Nice setup there.
JeziHogg reply :
Hooligan, what spool is that on your Aldebaran BFS?
thehooligan reply :
On 2/5/2015 at 9:20 AM, JeziHogg said:Hooligan, what spool is that on your Aldebaran BFS?
KTF
kickerfish1 reply :
Stellar combination Matt! Enjoy that puppy!
tomustang reply :
On 2/5/2015 at 6:55 AM, IAY said:Awesome. I am still deciding what to pair with my Metanium HG, that I upgraded with some KTF parts. I know the spool is 1.2 grams heavier than the Aldebaran BFS one, so its questionable whether it can successfully throw 1/16 oz jig+trailer, even with proper rod.
Edit* The finish and color on the blank is quite stunning.
1/16oz+grub trailer, 12lb fluro, on a Croix medium, not really a problem
IAY reply :
On 2/5/2015 at 9:53 AM, tomustang said:
1/16oz+grub trailer, 12lb fluro, on a Croix medium, not really a problem
I want to know how well it will throw just that 1/16 oz jig head .
tomustang reply :
I know nothing about finesse casting when it comes to what is optimal line/rod action/distance but I can get it around 30- 40ft without backlash.On 2/5/2015 at 10:16 AM, IAY said:I want to know how well it will throw just that 1/16 oz jig head
This was with working with what I had and fine tuning the reel for 15min with the weight. Really was just to see what it was capable of
chelboed reply :
Wow, palming is so much easier now days!
buzzed bait reply :
On 2/6/2015 at 10:06 AM, chelboed said:Wow, palming is so much easier now days!
VERY nice reels and a cool comparison of old school to new school
KritterGitter reply :
New swimbait/inshore reel
ohhbaby44 reply :
My setups-all rods under $49.99 and reels under $99.99. Nothing fancy just stuff that is great quality for the price in my opinion.
Spinning
Berkley Lightning Rod Shock 6' medium with Quantam Fire 10-vertical Jigging
Berkley Lightning Rod Shock 6'6" medium with Quantam Fire 20-small inline spinners/swimbaits
Berkley Lightning Rod Shock 7' medium with Quantam Fire 20-shaky heads and small worms
Scheels Outfitters IM7 7' medium light with Quantam Fire 15-drop shot
Casting
Mitchell Fulcrum 6' medium heavy with Quantam Accurist 6.3:1-use in my kayak and close quarter casts
Berkley Lightning Rod Shock 6'6" medium with Quantam Accurist 6.3:1-shallow crank/swimbais/Texas rigs
Berkley Lightning Rod Shock 7' medium heavy with Bass Pro Shops Bionic 5.3:1 (reel is in mail)-Crankbait
Berkley Lightning Rod Shock 7'6" Heavy with Quantam Code 7.0:1-flipping/frogs/umbrella Rigs
tomustang reply :
^^ Way to go putting a collection together on a set budget
ohhbaby44 reply :
On 2/9/2015 at 1:08 AM, tomustang said:^^ Way to go putting a collection together on a set budget
Thanks. Like I said they all work very well for someone on a budget.
HoosierHawgs reply :
Those are nice! Is that an old MagLite?On 2/6/2015 at 10:06 AM, chelboed said:Wow, palming is so much easier now days!
fisherrw reply :
your stuff is unbelievable!!On 7/21/2014 at 4:03 AM, thehooligan said:Chasing snakeheads, hooked up with one and lost em on the jump...
chelboed reply :
Those are Team Pro, Team Red, and Team LITE.On 2/9/2015 at 8:57 AM, jakob1010 said:Those are nice! Is that an old MagLite?
The old one on top is a BB1 LMG
fisherrw reply :
On 2/8/2015 at 2:09 AM, KritterGitter said:
New swimbait/inshore reel
sweet setup!
travis23 reply :
Fresh start for 2015. I've had the SX and a couple of the Abu rods, but everything else is brand new.
Dylan.747 reply :
On 2/11/2015 at 12:06 PM, travis23 said:Fresh start for 2015. I've had the SX and a couple of the Abu rods, but everything else is brand new.
Ahhh this is sweet!
chelboed reply :
They should call those Pixar's.
And I want one.
travis23 reply :
Lol I really didn't have much more than some yard casting with the first one I got for Christmas, and I told myself I have to get another one. Then they ran out and I had been trying to find one for the same $300 price and I did on TT. I ordered some os7's for one of them yesterday. Can't wait to try them out as these will be my first!!
Hi Salenity reply :
The Brown truck stopped again Today.
tomustang reply :
On 2/12/2015 at 3:51 AM, Hi Salenity said:The Brown truck stopped again Today.
you didn't have the ipilot before?
Hi Salenity reply :
On 2/12/2015 at 4:01 AM, tomustang said:you didn't have the ipilot before?
Yes but that one is the Link!
War Eagle 44 reply :
I hadn't fished my Calais DC in a few years so today I decided to break it back out. Sadly I didn't catch a fish on this set up today but it was fun just having it back on the water.
Thornback reply :
I have always liked to travel lite, on a trip or going fishing. I tell my buddies to leave their tackle box at home, bring their favorite rod, and bring something to eat and drink as I also bring a cooler and ice. We fish with wild shiners 99% of the time so I don't take along a tackle box. I rig three 7' MH Berkley rods with three Abu Garcia bait casters spooled with #40 braided, tied to a 5/0 bait hook. I usually use just one rod on a trip and sometimes a buddy will use one of mine. That gives us one spare. Sometimes I'll use a float and sometimes I'll free-line. Here's my stuff in my boat . . .first photo -- Three rods, second photo -- hooks and pliers at the ready, third photo -- Floats, digital scale, tape measure, and line cutter.
Dylan.747 reply :
On 2/12/2015 at 12:03 PM, War Eagle 44 said:I hadn't fished my Calais DC in a few years so today I decided to break it back out. Sadly I didn't catch a fish on this set up today but it was fun just having it back on the water.
Wow. That is one pretty reel.
War Eagle 44 reply :
Thank you.
dag3220 reply :
https://www.dropbox.com/sc/isnwdlgv0pepa9o/AADbrcBa182cEdBcLb1RpW8ha
Left to right.
Quantum smoke spt and Veritas 7'6" crank mh
Daiwa Tatula type RL and Villian 7'm
Shimano Metanium XG and Legend Extreme 7'm
Revo Winch and Veracity 7'9" H
Quantum Exo ppt and Quantum Smoke 7'm
One more not pictured is Rvo3 Premier on 7'mh Veritas
IAY reply :
Got my Metanium 13 tuned and installed with some color parts and KTF spool. Pretty happy that it casts 1/8oz jigs 24 meters. Not chocolate, but much sweeter
bootytrain reply :
Slick Metanium, where did you get that red piece between the frame and the drag star?On 2/15/2015 at 3:09 AM, IAY said:
Got my Metanium 13 tuned and installed with some color parts and KTF spool. Pretty happy that it casts 1/8oz jigs 24 meters. Not chocolate, but much sweeter
IAY reply :
On 2/15/2015 at 4:38 AM, bootytrain said:Slick Metanium, where did you get that red piece between the frame and the drag star?
I sent you a link.
DelcoSol reply :
Nice! ^
I.rar reply :
OntarioFishingGuy reply :
Is that the new River Runner? If so, how is it?
I.rar reply :
It sure is! Just got it in yesterday. I cant comment a whole lot as i haven't caught anything on it yet and only made a handful of casts with a 1/16oz jig but it is similar to the previous model. Copied and pasted from my post on another forum. ..
I.rar reply :
I.rar reply :
OntarioFishingGuy reply :
I really want one of those now... I'm going to a fishing show in a few minutes so I might end up getting one. Ultralights are easily my favorite way to fish.
00 mod reply :
I don't normally get on here to post pics of my stuff.......but this one I just had to! (Assist goes to Dwight Hottle)
Goose52 reply :
On 2/19/2015 at 11:42 PM, 00 mod said:I don't normally get on here to post pics of my stuff.......but this one I just had to! (Assist goes to Dwight Hottle)
Yeah baby ! Did Dwight get his yet???
Tracking system says my MetDC is in Nashville - could get to my PO box by tomorrow....
00 mod reply :
Dwight has not gotten his yet. Did you order on the 13th? My tracking still says in NYC. But it is here. Expect today or tomorrow for sure!
Jeff
Goose52 reply :
On 2/19/2015 at 11:50 PM, 00 mod said:Dwight has not gotten his yet. Did you order on the 13th? My tracking still says in NYC. But it is here. Expect today or tomorrow for sure!
Jeff
Jeff - I ordered from Japan Lure Shop at 1:30PM central time on Monday the 16th. Took a bit less than 3 days from the time I ordered until it made it to Nashville !!!
00 mod reply :
Mine was ordered on the 13th and showed up today!
Jeff
thehooligan reply :
You guys are lucky, sweeeeet reel !!
00 mod reply :
And you know I had already ordered a Hawgtech Handle for it, BEFORE I could even order the reel!
Jeff
roadwarrior reply :
Too cool!
buzzed bait reply :
On 2/20/2015 at 5:15 AM, 00 mod said:And you know I had already ordered a Hawgtech Handle for it, BEFORE I could even order the reel!
Jeff
those alligator looking winn grips are as awesome as they are ugly! awesome little reel you got there jeff!
DirtyDeuceGoose reply :
How do you like the new grips on the hawg handles?
00 mod reply :
On 2/20/2015 at 5:45 AM, DirtyDeuceGoose said:How do you like the new grips on the hawg handles?
Haven't fished them yet, but as soon as I do, I will let you know!
Jeff
DirtyDeuceGoose reply :
Thanks! I love the original corks so much it might be hard to convert me!
00 mod reply :
On 2/20/2015 at 7:16 AM, DirtyDeuceGoose said:Thanks! I love the original corks so much it might be hard to convert me!
I am with you. Every other Hawgtech I have has the corks!
Jeff
lmbfisherman reply :
On 2/20/2015 at 5:15 AM, 00 mod said:And you know I had already ordered a Hawgtech Handle for it, BEFORE I could even order the reel!
Jeff
Sexy!
thehooligan reply :
Awesome reel Jeff, i dont know why there keeping the met dc jdm only, would definitely be a big seller over here...
Dwight Hottle reply :
On 2/20/2015 at 10:13 PM, thehooligan said:Awesome reel Jeff, i dont know why there keeping the met dc jdm only, would definitely be a big seller over here...
Here is your answer from Dan (Bantam1)
Bantam1 Manufacturer Support Posts: 3890
kickerfish1 reply :
Those Hawgtech knobs are pretty nice looking. I may have to order some to try out.
Stellar reel by the way!
Goose52 reply :
I guess I'm late to the Met DC party...but at least I have line on mine...
Met DC has the same open-ended knobs as the Conquest14 - some folks like 'em, some don't:
To set up the reel - select the "OPEN" position on the external dial on the bottom of the sideplate and then thumb over the sideplate latch (located to the rear of the dial):
With the sideplate removed, select your line type from the dial visible on the top edge of the sideplate: N = nylon, F = flouro, PE = braid:
While the sideplate is off you can see the I-DC5 control module. I haven't a clue as to how to service the spool bearing that is under the module (remove the three screws perhaps):
End of spool shaft with several grooves milled in the length. The control module (when installed) extends quite a way into the recess in the spool:
Re-install the sideplate and adjust the external dial to match the weight of your bait. There are 5 positions: 1, 2, 3, 4, and A (auto):
1 = 18 - 30 grams
2 = 10 - 20 grams
3 = 8 - 12 grams
4 = 5 - 8 grams
A = 7 - 30 grams
Near as I can tell, the auto position will provide adequate braking for that wide range of baits (1/4 to 1 oz), but selection of one of the numbered brake positions will give a more optimum braking profile.
I selected position two (~ 3/8 to between 5/8 and 3/4 oz):
And the auto position:
I usually don't show my new gear until I've caught a fish with it. However, my lakes are frozen over at the moment. For now, I will just have to assume that this reel will eventually get my highest approval rating: "Seems to work, reels in fish"
EDIT - March 25, 2015: It took a while, but I can now give this reel my highest approval rating - it works, reels in fish...
00 mod reply :
Glad yours showed up Goose! I knew it had to be only a day behind us! Mine does not have line yet, but that won't take long!
Jeff
Dwight Hottle reply :
Looks like a legend extreme.
Goose52 reply :
On 2/21/2015 at 5:13 AM, Dwight Hottle said:Looks like a legend extreme.
Yep - temporary parking spot until I either win the E6X contest or have to think about a Plan B...
bootytrain reply :
Wow nice Goose! Thanks for the new IDC5 rundown!On 2/21/2015 at 4:56 AM, Goose52 said:I guess I'm late to the Met DC party...but at least I have line on mine...
Met DC has the same open-ended knobs as the Conquest14 - some folks like 'em, some don't:
To set up the reel - select the "OPEN" position on the external dial on the bottom of the sideplate and then thumb over the sideplate latch (located to the rear of the dial):
With the sideplate removed, select your line type from the dial visible on the top edge of the sideplate: N = nylon, F = flouro, PE = braid:
While the sideplate is off you can see the I-DC5 control module. I haven't a clue as to how to service the spool bearing that is under the module (remove the three screws perhaps):
End of spool shaft with several grooves milled in the length. The control module (when installed) extends quite a way into the recess in the spool:
Re-install the sideplate and adjust the external dial to match the weight of your bait. There are 5 positions: 1, 2, 3, 4, and A (auto):
1 = 18 - 30 grams
2 = 10 - 20 grams
3 = 8 - 12 grams
4 = 5 - 8 grams
A = 7 - 30 grams
Near as I can tell, the auto position will provide adequate braking for that wide range of baits (1/4 to 1 oz), but selection of one of the numbered brake positions will give a more optimum braking profile.
I selected position two (~ 3/8 to between 5/8 and 3/4 oz):
And the auto position:
I usually don't show my new gear until I've caught a fish with it. However, my lakes are frozen over at the moment. For now, I will just have to assume that this reel will eventually get my highest approval rating: "Seems to work, reels in fish"
kickerfish1 reply :
Awesome preliminary review Goose52. I tend to think that your reviews, breakdowns, and photos are as good or better than other reviews that can be had online.
Appreciate you going the extra mile...
Goose52 reply :
On 2/21/2015 at 10:03 AM, kickerfish1 said:Awesome preliminary review Goose52. I tend to think that your reviews, breakdowns, and photos are as good or better than other reviews that can be had online.
Appreciate you going the extra mile...
Thanks! The photos come out well, I use a camera...not a smartphone.
Hogsticker reply :
Custom built on a Phenix Recon 683ml with an Alps tex touch reel seat, full cork grip, and black Fuji SS/Alc guides.
.ghoti. reply :
Hogsticker, how do like that Alps reel seat? I have one, but it's not on a rod just yet.
Hogsticker reply :
I dig it. Much more comfortable than the Acs, and made to fit my smallish hands. The double lock down nut is a nice touch.
rippin-lips reply :
Newest toy
Master Bait'r reply :
On 2/21/2015 at 4:56 AM, Goose52 said:I guess I'm late to the Met DC party...but at least I have line on mine...
Met DC has the same open-ended knobs as the Conquest14 - some folks like 'em, some don't:
To set up the reel - select the "OPEN" position on the external dial on the bottom of the sideplate and then thumb over the sideplate latch (located to the rear of the dial):
With the sideplate removed, select your line type from the dial visible on the top edge of the sideplate: N = nylon, F = flouro, PE = braid:
While the sideplate is off you can see the I-DC5 control module. I haven't a clue as to how to service the spool bearing that is under the module (remove the three screws perhaps):
End of spool shaft with several grooves milled in the length. The control module (when installed) extends quite a way into the recess in the spool:
Re-install the sideplate and adjust the external dial to match the weight of your bait. There are 5 positions: 1, 2, 3, 4, and A (auto):
1 = 18 - 30 grams
2 = 10 - 20 grams
3 = 8 - 12 grams
4 = 5 - 8 grams
A = 7 - 30 grams
Near as I can tell, the auto position will provide adequate braking for that wide range of baits (1/4 to 1 oz), but selection of one of the numbered brake positions will give a more optimum braking profile.
I selected position two (~ 3/8 to between 5/8 and 3/4 oz):
And the auto position:
I usually don't show my new gear until I've caught a fish with it. However, my lakes are frozen over at the moment. For now, I will just have to assume that this reel will eventually get my highest approval rating: "Seems to work, reels in fish"
Wow. Drooling over that right there!!
bootytrain reply :
The new Aldebaran has landed..
Goose52 reply :
Looks like it's ready for Warp 9 !
bass1980 reply :
I hate being a lefty!!!!
Maico1 reply :
Goose in response to your question.....While the sideplate is off you can see the I-DC5 control module. I haven't a clue as to how to service the spool bearing that is under the module (remove the three screws perhaps) That is what I do with my I-DC4 reels.
ccr425 reply :
Just ordered an HG. Was curious as to which baits and rod(s) you'll be using this reel with.On 2/25/2015 at 5:13 AM, bootytrain said:The new Aldebaran has landed..
bootytrain reply :
On 2/26/2015 at 1:11 AM, ccr425 said:Just ordered an HG. Was curious as to which baits and rod(s) you'll be using this reel with.
I've been researching rods for it. Probably something in the 6'8 length for better balance. I'll use this for anything under 3/8ths really.
Brent Bartman reply :
The boys lined up for the season
Goose52 reply :
On 2/25/2015 at 8:33 PM, Maico1 said:Goose in response to your question.....While the sideplate is off you can see the I-DC5 control module. I haven't a clue as to how to service the spool bearing that is under the module (remove the three screws perhaps) That is what I do with my I-DC4 reels.
Thanks! I'll check it out after I fish the reel a bit. Still have hard water here so it will be a while...
JeziHogg reply :
Uuuggggh I gotta wait until April for a lefty.
thehooligan reply :
The Ultima is here
My 2015 lineup, cant wait for the ice to melt !!
bootytrain reply :
That is sweet!On 2/27/2015 at 9:48 PM, thehooligan said:The Ultima is here
My 2015 lineup, cant wait for the ice to melt !!
00 mod reply :
ok JDM afficianados.....anyone know of a 3 piece JDM travel rod? I am looking for a travel rod 7' or less with a weight range that goes up to 3 oz or so!
Jeff
thehooligan reply :
On 2/27/2015 at 10:14 PM, 00 mod said:ok JDM afficianados.....anyone know of a 3 piece JDM travel rod? I am looking for a travel rod 7' or less with a weight range that goes up to 3 oz or so!
Jeff
Thats a tough order, you might be able to find something 2 piece
00 mod reply :
On 2/27/2015 at 10:27 PM, thehooligan said:Thats a tough order, you might be able to find something 2 piece
I have found some 2 piece. But they are too long to take as a carry-on, and I will never check another rod with an airline. The heaviest weight rating 3 piece rod I have found so far is the Lomis escape H and the St Croix tidemaster H which are rated to 2 oz. The Escape is the right length at 6'9'' but the tidemaster is 7'6''. Those are the 2 best options for USDM rods, so I was hoping to find something JDM.
Jeff
IAY reply :
On 2/27/2015 at 10:14 PM, 00 mod said:ok JDM afficianados.....anyone know of a 3 piece JDM travel rod? I am looking for a travel rod 7' or less with a weight range that goes up to 3 oz or so!
Jeff
If you are ok with a 6 foot 2 piece high end rod, World Shaula 1604SS-2 (15grams to 80 grams) will do the job you want. It's designed to throw big top water for rainforest area and jigging in offshore settings.
thehooligan reply :
Sounds like loomis or St croix will be your best best. If you dont mind going a little lighter the phenix redeye looks good.
http://www.phenixrods.com/index.php?main_page=page&id=82
If you insist on a jdm rod, id look into majorcraft, evergreen, and possibly gancraft.
00 mod reply :
This rod is for Peacock in the amazon. I will check into World Shaula. And the Phenix. Thank guys. If you find anything else guys, let me know.
Jeff
00 mod reply :
I have multiple rods that have weight ranges up to 1.5 oz already. Just need something heavier! Needs to be 3 piece because airline restrictions are 33 linear inches. That is exactly how long my tube is. So if it were 2 piece, the max length would be 5'6" and I think that is too short.
Jeff
Goose52 reply :
On 2/27/2015 at 10:53 PM, 00 mod said:I have multiple rods that have weight ranges up to 1.5 oz already. Just need something heavier! Needs to be 3 piece because airline restrictions are 33 linear inches. That is exactly how long my tube is. So if it were 2 piece, the max length would be 5'6" and I think that is too short.
Jeff
Cabelas XML Travel can get you to 2 1/4oz - and, it's a 4-piece rod so it would pack very short.
00 mod reply :
On 2/28/2015 at 12:32 AM, Goose52 said:Cabelas XML Travel can get you to 2 1/4oz - and, it's a 4-piece rod so it would pack very short.
Good eye. Still looking for heavier, but that seems the heaviest option so far. Although, I think I would opt for the Loomis escape at 2 oz, just because the length of 6'9'' would help with the topwater more than the 1/4 oz lure rating would.
Thanks for all the help guys......I have been looking for a good bit and haven't found what I am looking for, and that is why I turned to y'all for the help! keep em coming if you find one!
Jeff
kickerfish1 reply :
Hope you still have a Cumulus or two in hiding! Nice rods regardless.
thehooligan reply :
On 2/28/2015 at 1:24 AM, kickerfish1 said:Hope you still have a Cumulus or two in hiding! Nice rods regardless.
lol, i actually have three cumulus and two 1st gen cumaras going up for sale very soon
kickerfish1 reply :
On 2/28/2015 at 2:00 AM, thehooligan said:lol, i actually have three cumulus and two 1st gen cumaras going up for sale very soon
Don't do it!
Tracking down the Cumulus rods can be a nightmare. Hopefully you will come to your senses and at least keep one of them!
Chris at Tech reply :
On 2/28/2015 at 1:05 AM, 00 mod said:Good eye. Still looking for heavier, but that seems the heaviest option so far. Although, I think I would opt for the Loomis escape at 2 oz, just because the length of 6'9'' would help with the topwater more than the 1/4 oz lure rating would.
Thanks for all the help guys......I have been looking for a good bit and haven't found what I am looking for, and that is why I turned to y'all for the help! keep em coming if you find one!
Jeff
Dude -- custom build on an MHX blank
TR-846-3 is rated 3/4 - 2 1/2 in mod/fast action, but I'm sure you can throw heavier weights with no issue. The rods I had built on the MHX blanks for Baccarac could ALL handle more than the labeled specs. And of course you could have it cut down to whatever length you want.
Stingray23 reply :
My first Shimano baitcasters
Hi Salenity reply :
Living on a budget must suck!
ccr425 reply :
Nice choice on the Metaniums. I love mine!
bootytrain reply :
Dang you went off! Lol.. I would have suggested buying just one to start but I know these Mets are awesome and you should be really pleased.On 3/1/2015 at 2:36 AM, Stingray23 said:My first Shimano baitcasters
Goose52 reply :
On 3/1/2015 at 2:36 AM, Stingray23 said:My first Shimano baitcasters
Nice box collection............................................were there any reels inside ?
chelboed reply :
I finally attempted my first rod fix. My guide was damaged in shipping so I replaced it...I also added a Fuji hook-holder.
Daggum...placing tiny micro guides is tedious!
Here's a factory guide for reference:
And compared to my thumb for size reference:
Jrob78 reply :
New deep crank set up.
Goose52 reply :
On 3/1/2015 at 9:42 AM, Jrob78 said:New deep crank set up.
Nice! Don't forget to put line on the reel and take the wrapping off the rod grip...
Jrob78 reply :
On 3/1/2015 at 9:51 AM, Goose52 said:Nice! Don't forget to put line on the reel and take the wrapping off the rod grip...
Oh I will. We've had rain and snow all week. As soon as it dries up a little she will get wet.
Stingray23 reply :
John G reply :
On 2/27/2015 at 9:48 PM, thehooligan said:The Ultima is here
My 2015 lineup, cant wait for the ice to melt !!
I have envisioned owning the Glorious and the Ultima and an Aldebaran except that my Conquest 50 would be on the Ultima and the Aldebaran on the Glorious. Either way, your setups look great and I am envious!
Goose52 reply :
On 3/1/2015 at 1:19 PM, Stingray23 said:
All right - out of the box and looking good. Next steps: Add line, add rods, add fish slime...
(and I know - you still have hard water so there's still time to execute the next steps )
thehooligan reply :
Thanks John. I'm constantly changing my combos up so will see. I put the ktf alde on the ultima for the fast gearing and light weight. Have the conquest on the glorious because its regular fast, so the slower gear ratio works better for moving baits.
I can't wait any longer for the new Aldebaran !!
kickerfish1 reply :
On 3/1/2015 at 1:19 PM, Stingray23 said:
Nice furniture and area rugs! And oh, the reels look great too!
Stingray23 reply :
LOL. Thanks
*Hootie reply :
Never post a picture of a reel without it having line on it, and mounted to a rod. If you do, the Goose will get ya!
Hootie
Stingray23 reply :
The Stella has line!
Goose52 reply :
On 3/2/2015 at 7:56 AM, Stingray23 said:The Stella has line!
Yeah, I noticed that...you get partial credit for the Stella but the Mets need some work...
bass1980 reply :
Sorry lines can't help me break 15" of ice. Shelf queen it'll be for another month.
kickerfish1 reply :
Looks like the shelf queen already has its freedom. Sitting on the deck is a step or two closer to the local lake. "Mega" nice outfit!
tomustang reply :
Wife needed a better dropshot rod and she doesn't like the new xtreme handle
OK Bass Hunter reply :
New updated lineup, just in time for spring training.
kickerfish1 reply :
Very nice reels Ok Bass Hunter!
OK Bass Hunter reply :
On 3/4/2015 at 1:25 AM, kickerfish1 said:Very nice reels Ok Bass Hunter!
Thanks, I'm starting to fall into the camp of that you only buy once if you buy right.
kickerfish1 reply :
That's a good way to look at it. When quality meets a fit for your intended uses, plus toss in the notion of caring for and maintaining your gear it is reasonable to purchase something for the long haul and be fully satisfied.
caudburns11 reply :
Just finished getting this all setup, Lew's Super Duty. I'm just starting to really get into bass fishing. This is my first baitcasting setup and working on getting my second. I've been browsing this thread for awhile and finally wanted to share something.
OK Bass Hunter reply :
It's a good start.
bass1980 reply :
On 3/4/2015 at 12:34 PM, caudburns11 said:
Just finished getting this all setup, Lew's Super Duty. I'm just starting to really get into bass fishing. This is my first baitcasting setup and working on getting my second. I've been browsing this thread for awhile and finally wanted to share something.
Oh oh.....I see color accent parts on the reel already. It has begun. lol Nice combo there!
Master Bait'r reply :
On 2/27/2015 at 10:14 PM, 00 mod said:ok JDM afficianados.....anyone know of a 3 piece JDM travel rod? I am looking for a travel rod 7' or less with a weight range that goes up to 3 oz or so!
Jeff
Orochi secret service. 3oz might be a tough one but those seem like what you're looking for more or less.
OK Bass Hunter reply :
One of the Megabas Secret Sevice rods.
00 mod reply :
On 3/5/2015 at 8:30 AM, Master Bait said:Orochi secret service. 3oz might be a tough one but those seem like what you're looking for more or less.
Wish I could find one..
00 mod reply :
On 3/5/2015 at 9:52 AM, OK Bass Hunter said:One of the Megabas Secret Sevice rods.
Need to find one.
Hurt reply :
On 2/27/2015 at 9:48 PM, thehooligan said:The Ultima is here
My 2015 lineup, cant wait for the ice to melt !!
What site do you get your jdm rods from?
rippin-lips reply :
There's a few on that auction site.On 3/5/2015 at 12:00 PM, 00 mod said:Need to find one.
OK Bass Hunter reply :
On 3/5/2015 at 12:00 PM, 00 mod said:Need to find one.
http://tackletrap.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&products_id=4858
00 mod reply :
On 3/6/2015 at 8:39 AM, OK Bass Hunter said:http://tackletrap.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&products_id=4858
Only rated to 3/4 of an oz. Need almost 3 oz. I have travel rods now rated up to 1.5 oz
Jeff
OK Bass Hunter reply :
Line up of rods so far. Plan on adding about 4 more rods. Hopefully a Black Jungle Power Versatile and another Orochi with a Conquest 400 when they come out in May.
OK Bass Hunter reply :
On 3/6/2015 at 8:48 AM, 00 mod said:Only rated to 3/4 of an oz. Need almost 3 oz. I have travel rods now rated up to 1.5 oz
Jeff
Do you plan on throwing swimbaits with the rod? What reel do you wanna pair with it?
00 mod reply :
On 3/6/2015 at 9:35 AM, OK Bass Hunter said:Do you plan on throwing swimbaits with the rod? What reel do you wanna pair with it?
This rod will be for Peacock in Brazil. Topwater wood choppers and such. Reel will be a 200 size Shimano with 60-80lb braid.
Jeff
dwong reply :
My favorite new setup. This combo is sweet
buzzed bait reply :
On 3/6/2015 at 10:29 AM, dwong said:My favorite new setup. This combo is sweet
awesome combo and sweeeeeeeeeeeet fish!!
ColdSVT reply :
I would fo a loooong way for a poisen adrena or ultima...
Redlinerobert reply :
Incoming. I had no idea Gan Craft made a rod like this. I also recently purchased their EXH Super Brain, rated 1/2oz - 2oz, specifically for Peacocks. The fit and finish of their rods are as good as Mega Bass. Slightly less expensive. This rod, at 6'7", should prove to be deadly accurate for peacocks as well. Some areas you're in confined quarters so having a short stout rod is necessary to be able to pinpoint your casts to where you need them.
DelcoSol reply :
I have officially lost my mind. Metanium DC on the way.. Anyone fish one yet?
00 mod reply :
On 3/8/2015 at 12:32 AM, DelcoSol said:I have officially lost my mind. Metanium DC on the way.. Anyone fish one yet?
Can't lose what you never had!
Jeff
DelcoSol reply :
I see what you did there... The JDM bait monkey is an even deadlier species.On 3/8/2015 at 12:37 AM, 00 mod said:Can't lose what you never had!
Jeff
Redlinerobert reply :
Speaking of Megabass, I couldn't help myself. Also incoming. I had gotten rid of the bait monkey a few years back. Apparently, the cure is not permanent.
Goose52 reply :
On 3/8/2015 at 12:32 AM, DelcoSol said:I have officially lost my mind. Metanium DC on the way.. Anyone fish one yet?
Yes. See: Shimano Metanium Dc Reel - Initial Review / Impressions
ColdSVT reply :
The dancing partner for my stradic ci4+ will be here tomorrow...a 13 *** 7'1 MLXF
rippin-lips reply :
Well after some buying and selling my starting lineup is basically complete. I'd like to sell one of the PX68's and try the new Alphas SV. I have a built Chronarch 51e that I'd like to sell to fund an SS SV. I want a MB Diablo for the Zonda also.
Left to right
Endurance 714 with Jdm Zillion and 100m spool
Endurance 723 with tatula
Endurance 723 with tatula
Champion 733 with Steez and Sv1000 spool
Champ Dx 704 with Zonda 68 90mm cf handle
Champion 703 with Px68 and 90mm cf handle
Phenix Recon 713 with Px68
Cgrinder reply :
On 3/9/2015 at 10:24 AM, rippin-lips said:Well after some buying and selling my starting lineup is basically complete. I'd like to sell one of the PX68's and try the new Alphas SV. I have a built Chronarch 51e that I'd like to sell to fund an SS SV. I want a MB Diablo for the Zonda also.
Left to right
Endurance 714 with Jdm Zillion and 100m spool
Endurance 723 with tatula
Endurance 723 with tatula
Champion 733 with Steez and Sv1000 spool
Champ Dx 704 with Zonda 68 90mm cf handle
Champion 703 with Px68 and 90mm cf handle
Phenix Recon 713 with Px68
Where did you get that rack? I dig it.
rippin-lips reply :
On 3/9/2015 at 11:25 AM, Cgrinder said:Where did you get that rack? I dig it.
You can't tell because of the rods but it says PING across the back glass. It's a rack used to display a set of clubs in a pro shop. A friend of mine gave it to me when they got new displays at his course. Just happens to work perfectly for 7 combos. Now I need to find a second.
Murrica reply :
Here are my setups for now. Still trying to find the right feel between all of the rods and reels.
rippin-lips reply :
Got this back today from Trey Harpel.
Chronarch 51e - core gears and drag star assy.
Metanium XG 96mm handle.
Carbontex drag and boca OS7 bearings.
It's for sale in the flea market too.
Jd_Phillips_Fishin reply :
On 3/9/2015 at 11:50 AM, Murrica said:Here are my setups for now. Still trying to find the right feel between all of the rods and reels.
How do you like the Veracity?
Bigsig reply :
First decent baitcasters
tatula hd 6:3:1 on lexa 7'2 MH regular action rod
Curado i HG on G. Loomis e6x 7' MHF mag bass
roadwarrior reply :
Very nice!
Goose52 reply :
On 3/11/2015 at 10:03 AM, Bigsig said:First decent baitcasters
tatula hd 6:3:1 on lexa 7'2 MH regular action rod
Curado i HG on G. Loomis e6x 7' MHF mag bass
A live-sighting of an E6X..........
*Hootie reply :
On 3/11/2015 at 8:05 PM, Goose52 said:A live-sighting of an E6X..........
Hey Goose, you're slipping, there's no line on those reels.
Hootie
lmbfisherman reply :
On 3/11/2015 at 9:38 PM, *Hootie said:Hey Goose, you're slipping, there's no line on those reels.
Hootie
He was just excited to see the E6X, a reel sighting.
*Hootie reply :
On 3/11/2015 at 9:54 PM, lmbfisherman said:He was just excited to see the E6X, a reel sighting.
Exactly what I was thinking. Loomis rod shock.
Hootie
ColdSVT reply :
The more i see the e6x the more i want one!
I think a chronarch 51 would be sweet on one
Goose52 reply :
On 3/11/2015 at 9:38 PM, *Hootie said:Hey Goose, you're slipping, there's no line on those reels.
Hootie
Well, since the OP doesn't have a location specified, I gave him/her the benefit of the doubt and assumed that they live in Alaska and wouldn't need line on the reels........................
I can't be the "Line Police" on this thread anyway - takes too much time that could be better spent fishing.......which is what I will be doing in about 30 minutes.....
ColdSVT reply :
The new dropshot rig AKA "Deadly Sin Stick"
Bigsig reply :
No line on it yet. I just got the e6x yesterday and the ice here in Ohio is gonna be here for awhile still unfortunately.
ABW reply :
Curado I is here. My first Shimano and it won't be my last.
fisherrw reply :
that is AWESOME!!!On 2/19/2015 at 11:42 PM, 00 mod said:I don't normally get on here to post pics of my stuff.......but this one I just had to! (Assist goes to Dwight Hottle)
War Eagle 44 reply :
Picked up these two this morning, MBR 843 & 844. Hoping to fish them Sunday.
Goose52 reply :
On 3/14/2015 at 7:13 AM, War Eagle 44 said:Picked up these two this morning, MBR 843 & 844. Hoping to fish them Sunday.
Outstanding! One of those MBRs was going to be my choice in the E6X contests...
curtis9 reply :
Pleaseen provide a review on the E6X rods after you get some time on the water with them
War Eagle 44 reply :
On 3/14/2015 at 8:53 AM, curtis9 said:Pleaseen provide a review on the E6X rods after you get some time on the water with them
Will do! They feel really nice to me, especially in this price range. I again compared them to the new Zodias rods today and I came away with the exact same impression as last time, these feel like the better rod. I know "better" isn't really the correct word here more like the E6X feels more like how I think a rod should. Doesn't mean I'm right, just means I made the best choice for me.
Bigsig reply :
Jealous I want to fish mine now
Schuyler co reply :
Following recommendations from the forum my new tournament pro paired with a fenwick elite tech bass...I think it looks sweet, just waiting for ice out!
bass1980 reply :
I'm going to cry like a little girl the day I get that first scratch. Pictures can't capture how stunning this reel is.
rippin-lips reply :
On 3/17/2015 at 6:57 AM, bass1980 said:I'm going to cry like a little girl the day I get that first scratch. Pictures can't capture how stunning this reel is.
Was this an Ebay purchase by chance? Watched one go for a good price that was new in box in the last week. I passed on a used one that was $300 buy it now because I didn't have the extra funds at the time. Turns out I could of made it work and now I'm kicking myself over it.
bass1980 reply :
Yup that's the one. I was ready to go in a bidding war up until $500 but luckily I got it for cheap. I was on a waiting list for Japan tackle and Japan lure shop.
bootytrain reply :
On 3/17/2015 at 6:57 AM, bass1980 said:I'm going to cry like a little girl the day I get that first scratch. Pictures can't capture how stunning this reel is.
This is the only Megabass reel that I would actually spend money on, sweet reel!
Crank Bait Nut reply :
Here's My Bait Casters , Shimano Calais. (4) Duckette Rods On These , (1) Falcon Rod (1) Diawa Swimbait Rod. Have Another (6) Ducketts , As Spares and/or On My Spinning Reel Set-ups.
Mike
rippin-lips reply :
In the mailbox when I got home from work. Don't worry Goose it's spooled and on a rod.
bass1980 reply :
Nice, I may have to pick on up too.
rippin-lips reply :
On 3/18/2015 at 12:24 PM, bass1980 said:Nice, I may have to pick on up too.
It's almost hard not to with the SV spool for $200
Hogsticker reply :
My Alphas SV should be here end of the week. What are your initial impressions?
rippin-lips reply :
On 3/18/2015 at 12:31 PM, Hogsticker said:My Alphas SV should be here end of the week. What are your initial impressions?
It's small and pretty light. Needs cleaned,boca os7's, and a longer handle. The last 2 are already in the mail. I'll clean it then too.
bass1980 reply :
Yeah for $200 it's a bargain considering a SV spool cost $125. Just don't have anymore rods and I've spent so much already. I need a cranking reel so might get the slow gear one.
DelcoSol reply :
Does that alphas have a clicking drag star? I am a little underwhelmed with the Metanium DC and may pick up one.
Hogsticker reply :
Yes, the new Alphas has a clicking drag
Jrob78 reply :
Got my SV today. No, it doesn't have line on it yet. I've got a Megabass Zonda Hedgehog Finesse Spool to compare to the SV spool. I just need to get a proper BFS rod.
War Eagle 44 reply :
Just started using the Yumeya spool in my CH 101B this week, it was my first experience with an aftermarket spool. I'm "hooked", this thing really makes a difference in the casting ability of this reel. I've always been very fond of the CH B and the addition of this spool only makes this great reel better. I'm running 30# PP (which this spool doesn't hold all that much of) on a Crucial 6'10" MH. The fellow I bought it from had only used it a few times and it was in brand new condition when I received it. It originally wasn't meant as a casting spool so it didn't come with a VBS brake hub.
The previous owner had already installed one so I of course left it on, I didn't add any brake blocks though. I wanted to see if I could get away without using any. I'm very happy to report that I can! Having successfully fished with it on two occasions now I'm probably going to remove the brake hub altogether. It casts small light lures fantastically but the area that I'm most excited about is it's ability to pitch them even better. I was having a blast with this small jig, it's so effortless to present this lure now.
Anyway sorry to have gone on so long.
bass raider reply :
On 3/19/2015 at 10:19 AM, War Eagle 44 said:Just started using the Yumeya spool in my CH 101B this week, it was my first experience with an aftermarket spool. I'm "hooked", this thing really makes a difference in the casting ability of this reel. I've always been very fond of the CH B and the addition of this spool only makes this great reel better. I'm running 30# PP (which this spool doesn't hold all that much of) on a Crucial 6'10" MH. The fellow I bought it from had only used it a few times and it was in brand new condition when I received it. It originally wasn't meant as a casting spool so it didn't come with a VBS brake hub.
The previous owner had already installed one so I of course left it on, I didn't add any brake blocks though. I wanted to see if I could get away without using any. I'm very happy to report that I can! Having successfully fished with it on two occasions now I'm probably going to remove the brake hub altogether. It casts small light lures fantastically but the area that I'm most excited about is it's ability to pitch them even better. I was having a blast with this small jig, it's so effortless to present this lure now.
Anyway sorry to have gone on so long.
sweet set up!! how do you like the new crucials?
bootytrain reply :
Switched the knobs out on the Curado 50 and like these much better
kickerfish1 reply :
Maybe just a gold cast control cap to complete it. Nice reel!
5fishlimit reply :
My lineup for 2015. Not many changes, but there's some new toys added.
War Eagle 44 reply :
On 3/20/2015 at 12:16 AM, bass raider said:sweet set up!! how do you like the new crucials?
I really like them. Much better rods than the previous generation. Plenty light, sensitive, and are affordable. I was planning to pick up a few more but I went with the new Loomis E6X rods instead.
Bigsig reply :
Getting ready!
Go tribe!!! 5fishlimit from canal fulton ohio
5fishlimit reply :
On 3/20/2015 at 11:16 AM, Bigsig said:Go tribe!!! 5fishlimit from canal fulton ohio
Nice! As I look out my office window I am overcome with excitement for the new season!
Murrica reply :
On 3/11/2015 at 8:20 AM, carolina bassin said:How do you like the Veracity?
I got to use it earlier this week for the second time and paired with my curado that I swapped with the lower gear ratio and I can cast any of my crank baits and the feeling is great for the price. It's very sensitive.
Master Bait'r reply :
This is going to be a fun combo. Talk about feathery light! Wow!
Every time I take it out I'm still kind of shocked at how light and palmable it is.
DelcoSol reply :
Nice. What model NRX?
Hi Salenity reply :
Looks like a 842On 3/21/2015 at 10:47 PM, DelcoSol said:Nice. What model NRX?
Master Bait'r reply :
On 3/21/2015 at 11:19 PM, Hi Salenity said:Looks like a 842
It's the 852 you sold me! Still got it and still love it! It's my midweight plastics and jig rod so it gets a ton of use.
Hi Salenity reply :
I was thinking it was a 842, lolOn 3/22/2015 at 12:33 AM, Master Bait said:It's the 852 you sold me! Still got it and still love it! It's my midweight plastics and jig rod so it gets a ton of use.
I picked up a used 895 the other day.
thehooligan reply :
First megabass rod came in today. The x7 Super Eiger. Put on my core 51 with yumeya spool. 8lb cxx. What a versatile rod, threw pop-xs, 3/8oz walkers and jerkbaits. 4 inch senkos, 1/16oz shakeyheads and flickshakes. Pretty much threw all my goto baits. Extremely sensitive and well built rod. Needs a slightly heavier reel to balance a bit better. Think I'll be pairing it with a zonda in the near future.
I'd rank it right up there with my poison glorious but slightly behind the ultima. Nothing has matched that rod yet in my hands atleast...
I'll definitely be adding more megabass rods to the arsenal.
thehooligan reply :
bootytrain reply :
You've been going off on rods lately dude!On 3/22/2015 at 10:14 AM, thehooligan said:First megabass rod came in today. The x7 Super Eiger. Put on my core 51 with yumeya spool. 8lb cxx. What a versatile rod, threw pop-xs, 3/8oz walkers and jerkbaits. 4 inch senkos, 1/16oz shakeyheads and flickshakes. Pretty much threw all my goto baits. Extremely sensitive and well built rod. Needs a slightly heavier reel to balance a bit better. Think I'll be pairing it with a zonda in the near future.
I'd rank it right up there with my poison glorious but slightly behind the ultima. Nothing has matched that rod yet in my hands atleast...
I'll definitely be adding more megabass rods to the arsenal.
Jd_Phillips_Fishin reply :
Hi Salenity reply :
Nice stick!
thehooligan reply :
lol, I need the new Aldebaran and a Zonda hedgehog for this rod !!
IAY reply :
On 3/22/2015 at 10:29 AM, thehooligan said:lol, I need the new Aldebaran and a Zonda hedgehog for this rod !!
I don't think you will get better balance from having heavier reel. Megabass rods that I have experienced and seen typically balances at front of the handle lock (Did hear it balances better with the new torzite guide ones). I love the X7 blank, since it gives a very crisp taper and strong back bone Beautiful combo!
Hogsticker reply :
Got my new Alphas SV! Put it on my 6'9 Major Craft Corzza medium - regular fast. Should be great for shallow cranks.
Quick note - NO bearings in the handle, 4 bushings. Fixed that right quick and added a 90 mm carbon handle.
hzzhangc reply :
On 3/22/2015 at 10:29 AM, thehooligan said:lol, I need the new Aldebaran and a Zonda hedgehog for this rod !!
How do you like the CXX line? I tried 12 lb CXX and it's terrible, even the line conditioner doesnt help. Most of my BFS reels have 6 lb hybrid but I would like to try something new.
Master Bait'r reply :
On 3/22/2015 at 10:15 AM, thehooligan said:
thehooligan reply :
On 3/22/2015 at 12:31 PM, hzzhangc said:How do you like the CXX line? I tried 12 lb CXX and it's terrible, even the line conditioner doesnt help. Most of my BFS reels have 6 lb hybrid but I would like to try something new.
Hey cheng, 8lb cxx is the heaviest I use except 17lb for small swimbaits. The 8lb is great for all the 1/4-3/8oz baits I was throwing. Was a little heavy for the shakeyheads and flickshakes, actually prefer 6lb, 6lb hybrid, or 8lb floroclear. I fish hybrid and cxx all the time, I'd say hybrid is just slightly more manageable.
I.rar reply :
On 3/20/2015 at 1:25 AM, bootytrain said:Switched the knobs out on the Curado 50 and like these much better
What handle is that?
bootytrain reply :
On 3/23/2015 at 9:02 AM, I.rar said:What handle is that?
Avail Wishbone
John G reply :
Gunmetal?On 3/23/2015 at 9:12 AM, bootytrain said:Avail Wishbone
bootytrain reply :
On 3/23/2015 at 2:22 PM, John G said:Gunmetal?
Yep that's it
John G reply :
On 3/23/2015 at 2:24 PM, bootytrain said:Yep that's it
Thanks!
Diggy reply :
Picked these up within the last few days. Plans for a few others I don't have.
bass1980 reply :
Nice. Where did you score than zillion 100HLA from? I've been looking for one the past 2 weeks with no luck lol. May just settle for a tatula.
powerstroke103161 reply :
Nicee
Crankinstein reply :
@thehooligan I really like the hook keeper on that rod. The whole combo looks amazing!!
thehooligan reply :
On 3/25/2015 at 12:51 AM, Crankinstein said:@thehooligan I really like the hook keeper on that rod. The whole combo looks amazing!!
Thanks, a lot of purple bits on there, lol.
Considering a megabass/daiwa reel for the rod but I just like my shimanos sooo much more...
Diggy reply :
On 3/24/2015 at 10:54 PM, bass1980 said:Nice. Where did you score than zillion 100HLA from? I've been looking for one the past 2 weeks with no luck lol. May just settle for a tatula.
The bay. I can ask my seller if he has more, they are NIB. It was listed at 270, I submitted an offer substantially less and they accepted. I even got free line and 2 day shipping instead of 5 day ground.
BasshunterJGH reply :
Package came from the tackle trap today. 845c e6x and a few topwaters. Looking forward to pairing it with curado I and trying it out tomorrow!
ColdSVT reply :
On 3/26/2015 at 3:29 AM, BasshunterJGH said:image.jpg
Package came from the tackle trap today. 845c e6x and a few topwaters. Looking forward to pairing it with curado I and trying it out tomorrow!
Oh how i love the Vixen!!!
BasshunterJGH reply :
Yep same here. Almost as much as popmax's LolOn 3/26/2015 at 9:44 AM, ColdSVT said:Oh how i love the Vixen!!!
ColdSVT reply :
I got a popmax this year to play with...cant wait
Robert Riley reply :
I'm bored, so I took pictures of all my stuff haha. Here's my new one, and my baby, my pride and joy.
Hollada reply :
Attack of the wintermadnessspringscomingthawyoufrigginlakethaw bait monkey
EvanT123 reply :
It's almost time to break the tape out.
ChrisWi reply :
are those custom rods?On 3/27/2015 at 7:40 AM, EvanT123 said:
It's almost time to break the tape out.
EvanT123 reply :
On 3/28/2015 at 4:41 AM, ChrisWi said:are those custom rods?
Yes the ones with just the cork. They are mostly st Croix with a few rain shadow rx7 thrown in.
rippin-lips reply :
Ebay auction score tonight.
hzzhangc reply :
I was watching it. Nice score especially with the pricy knobs!
rippin-lips reply :
On 3/30/2015 at 12:59 PM, hzzhangc said:I was watching it. Nice score especially with the pricy knobs!
I placed my bid 4 days ago nobody else bid. I was expecting to get sniped in the last few seconds. I've been wanting to try one for a while now plus like you said it's got a $65 set of knobs. Overall a good deal.
thehooligan reply :
Nice pickup
rippin-lips reply :
Thanks Matt
buzzed bait reply :
FINALLY..... been waiting to post here until i could show a fish pic..... I've been trying my hardest to snag one on the newest setup and finally did so on Saturday!!
Cumara 6'8"MH
Chronarch Ci4+ HG
rippin-lips reply :
Good looking fish.
J Francho reply :
Is that a stump and soft water and a bass?
I hate you.
Goose52 reply :
On 3/31/2015 at 12:12 AM, buzzed bait said:FINALLY..... been waiting to post here until i could show a fish pic..... I've been trying my hardest to snag one on the newest setup and finally did so on Saturday!!
Cumara 6'8"MH
Chronarch Ci4+ HG
Yeah Baby! A nice rig and already slimed up and scored a fish !!
A MUCH nicer shot than the "reel-on-the-box-with-no-line" shots................
thehooligan reply :
On 3/31/2015 at 12:12 AM, buzzed bait said:FINALLY..... been waiting to post here until i could show a fish pic..... I've been trying my hardest to snag one on the newest setup and finally did so on Saturday!!
Cumara 6'8"MH
Chronarch Ci4+ HG
Nice combo and fish !!
buzzed bait reply :
On 3/31/2015 at 4:58 AM, Goose52 said:Yeah Baby! A nice rig and already slimed up and scored a fish !!
A MUCH nicer shot than the "reel-on-the-box-with-no-line" shots................
i knew i needed a fish pic and at the very least, line on the reel in order to submit to this thread!! too much scrutiny otherwise!!!
A-Jay reply :
This one came and went without much fanfare.
I found it (again) quite by accident as an old spool I had resurface while I was looking for some backing.
Decided to try it as a main line, been using it (secretly) for a while.
Turns out I really like it.
I have been able to stock up on bulk spools for a fraction of the original cost. (which was very reasonable)
It’s now my new (but old) favorite Mono.
A-Jay
Goose52 reply :
On 3/31/2015 at 5:51 AM, A-Jay said:This one came and went without much fanfare.
I found it (again) quite by accident as an old spool I had resurface while I was looking for some backing.
Decided to try it as a main line, been using it (secretly) for a while.
Turns out I really like it.
I have been able to stock up on bulk spools for a fraction of the original cost. (which was very reasonable)
It’s now my new (but old) favorite Mono.
A-Jay
I was a "Stren Man" back in the 1960s (when I could afford it) and used it through the 1980s. I guess it's been off-the-radar for me since then though.
Looks like you have enough for a couple trips down south...
A-Jay reply :
On 3/31/2015 at 7:02 AM, Goose52 said:I was a "Stren Man" back in the 1960s (when I could afford it) and used it through the 1980s. I guess it's been off-the-radar for me since then though.
Looks like you have enough for a couple trips down south...
Yea - I really like to change out the mono quite frequently and while in the Mexican waters, it's every chance I get.
I should be good
A-Jay
Alonerankin2 reply :
On 3/31/2015 at 5:51 AM, A-Jay said:This one came and went without much fanfare.
I found it (again) quite by accident as an old spool I had resurface while I was looking for some backing.
Decided to try it as a main line, been using it (secretly) for a while.
Turns out I really like it.
I have been able to stock up on bulk spools for a fraction of the original cost. (which was very reasonable)
It’s now my new (but old) favorite Mono.
A-Jay
bulk mono 2.jpg
Don't know much about the line, but I did notice
The rage baits hanging in the corners! Nice choice..
Hogsticker reply :
Alphas SV with 90 mm carbon handle and Zillion Type R drag star. Custom MHX SJ842
Hogsticker reply :
Another pic. Need to get some line on this and hit the river!
Hogsticker reply :
Color coordinating madness at it's best!
OK Bass Hunter reply :
thehooligan reply :
Nice !!
War Eagle 44 reply :
On 4/2/2015 at 4:20 AM, OK Bass Hunter said:
3 or 4 hundred?
OK Bass Hunter reply :
400
BasshunterJGH reply :
On 4/2/2015 at 11:11 AM, OK Bass Hunter said:400
Nice reel! Wow looks a lot smaller than the previous 400. How does it feel in your hand?
*Hank reply :
On 4/2/2015 at 4:20 AM, OK Bass Hunter said:
That thing is awesome! Wish I could affored one I'd be "Hooked".
J Francho reply :
JDM prices are falling. The dollar is gaining strength over the yen. Take advantage of it!
John G reply :
I am trying to do my part! LOLOn 4/3/2015 at 8:56 PM, J Francho said:JDM prices are falling. The dollar is gaining strength over the yen. Take advantage of it!
fisherrw reply :
I just got 2 new rods a phenix m1 7'2 M and a 6'9 L can't wait to try em out this weekand.
offsidewing reply :
On 4/3/2015 at 8:56 PM, J Francho said:JDM prices are falling. The dollar is gaining strength over the yen. Take advantage of it!
Or the yen is losing value against the dollar as the central bank intervenes...
Jd_Phillips_Fishin reply :
My buddy let me cast his Metanium paired with an NRX today...
WOW
rippin-lips reply :
Pics or it didn't happen!
rippin-lips reply :
Final starting lineup for the 2015 season. L-R
Jdm zillion
Px68
Ss Sv
Alphas Sv
Steez 100
Zonda 68
Px68
2 rodless reels I'm hoping to sell soon.
Goose52 reply :
On 4/5/2015 at 4:35 PM, rippin-lips said:Final starting lineup for the 2015 season. L-R
Jdm zillion
Px68
Ss Sv
Alphas Sv
Steez 100
Zonda 68
Px68
2 rodless reels I'm hoping to sell soon.
Daiwa delights !
thehooligan reply :
Very nice lineup Adam
rippin-lips reply :
Thanks guys. I'm just excited to be out of the house.
curtis9 reply :
I took my new to me GLX 844 out today.
roadwarrior reply :
Too cool!
Goose52 reply :
On 4/6/2015 at 1:55 AM, curtis9 said:I took my new to me GLX 844 out today.
Now THAT'S how to show off a classic rod...
tomustang reply :
803 and core gears in the ch50 for the misses
punch reply :
All of my baitcast setups at the moment. Laguna, Tatula, Revo SX, and two Chronarch's.
bass1980 reply :
On 4/6/2015 at 1:24 AM, rippin-lips said:Thanks guys. I'm just excited to be out of the house.
How does the SS SV and Alpha SV feel compared to the Steez? I don't know how I feel about taking my Zonda Hedgehog, IS71, and TD Ito with me on tournaments. I may buy cheaper alternatives for those three to use on tournaments and save those for pleasure fishing where I can take my time and be extra careful. I'm not expecting Steez performance but as long as it's good enough I guess. How does the SS SV feel as far as material since it's part Zaion.
ABW reply :
On 4/6/2015 at 7:22 AM, tomustang said:803 and core gears in the ch50 for the misses
Can I be your 2nd wife?
rippin-lips reply :
They feel fine to me. I haven't used them yet so I can't say any more than that.
Maico1 reply :
With the help of The Hooligan my Aldebaran 50HG found a new ride on his ex Poison Glorious Bait BFS HardBait Special.......
John G reply :
Welcome to the BFS world Mike! It looks like a match made in Heaven! Congrats Mike on such a beautiful combo! Now all you need to totally take advantage of that rod is a shallow spool when they make one for the Ald50HG.On 4/7/2015 at 6:53 PM, Maico1 said:With the help of The Hooligan my Aldebaran 50HG found a new ride on his ex Poison Glorious Bait BFS HardBait Special.......
thehooligan reply :
Beautiful combo Mike !!
hzzhangc reply :
Not sure where's the best place to post it but it's on my short list!
tomustang reply :
On 4/6/2015 at 11:37 PM, punch said:
All of my baitcast setups at the moment. Laguna, Tatula, Revo SX, and two Chronarch's.
I see you like white rods, st Croix has some legend xtreme salt that's all white
BassAssassins14 reply :
I guess I like dropshotting
Steez 6' 11 megatop. With a shimano stradic ci4+
Steez ASG . With shimano stradic ci4+
Gloomis NRX 6'8. With shimano stradic ci4+
ChrisWi reply :
shimano reels work on diawa rods? What.On 4/8/2015 at 11:00 AM, BassAssassins14 said:I guess I like dropshotting
Steez 6' 11 megatop. With a shimano stradic ci4+
Steez ASG . With shimano stradic ci4+
Gloomis NRX 6'8. With shimano stradic ci4+
Slefler reply :
All of the starting lineup minus the "big bait" setup
Lew's Tournament Pro Speed Spool 6.4:1- Duckett Ghost 7'3 Heavy
Shimano Curado I 200 6.3:1- Duckett Ghost 7'3 Medium Heavy
Shimano Chronarch 200E6 6.5:1- Duckett Ghost 7'3 Medium Heavy
Shimano Chronarch 200E5 5.5:1- Duckett Ghost 7' Medium Crankin
Shimano Curado 200G6 6.5:1- Duckett Ghost 7' Medium Crankin
Shimano Curado I 200PG 5.5:1- Duckett Ghost 7' Medium Crankin
Shimano Chronarch CI4+150 6.2:1- Duckett Ghost 7'3 Medium Heavy
Lew's BB1 Pro 5.1:1- St Croix Mojo Bass 7'11 Heavy
Shimano Stradic 3000FJ 6.0:1- Duckett Ghost 7' Medium Spinning
C_Stout reply :
Here is mine.
thehooligan reply :
Sold off all my favorite older rods, payed some bills. and had a little left over for a new bfs rod. The Megabass Super Criffhanger. Had that out with the Ultima today chasing some trout.
kickerfish1 reply :
Matt you can't put purple and blue together! Just kidding I know you are probably playing around with spool options. Killer setups! It's unfortunate a few good oldies had to be sacrificed but its the way it goes sometimes.
hzzhangc reply :
$2500 worth of tackles in one hand. How's that feel
thehooligan reply :
On 4/11/2015 at 11:49 AM, hzzhangc said:$2500 worth of tackles in one hand. How's that feel
Don't remind me !! lol
Maico1 reply :
On 4/11/2015 at 9:36 AM, thehooligan said:Sold off all my favorite older rods, payed some bills. and had a little left over for a new bfs rod. The Megabass Super Criffhanger. Had that out with the Ultima today chasing some trout.
Matt,
Reel sweet looking combos you put together there . As for the investment you put into them, it truly shows you are a "True Enthusiast" ...Congrats.
DelcoSol reply :
Shimano reel on a megabass rod? How dare you!
lmbfisherman reply :
On 4/11/2015 at 10:28 PM, DelcoSol said:Shimano reel on a megabass rod? How dare you!
Still not as blasphemy as a Shimano and Daiwa setup!
.ghoti. reply :
The Team Daiwa starting lineup.
Back row: five Fuegos and an SS SV
Middle row: five Alphas and a Viento
Front row: four Zillions and two TD-Zs
thehooligan reply :
d**n, someone likes his daiwas !!
Jrob78 reply :
On 4/14/2015 at 9:35 PM, .ghoti. said:The Team Daiwa starting lineup.
Back row: five Fuegos and an SS SV
Middle row: five Alphas and a Viento
Front row: four Zillions and two TD-Zs
Very nice!
War Eagle 44 reply :
On 4/14/2015 at 9:35 PM, .ghoti. said:The Team Daiwa starting lineup.
Back row: five Fuegos and an SS SV
Middle row: five Alphas and a Viento
Front row: four Zillions and two TD-Zs
Very nice collection of Daiwa's! I owned a Fuego, Pixy, Alphas, Zillion, Steez, and TDZ at one point but I've long since sold them all except for the Alphas. About the only other reel I wish I'd kept is the Fuego. I know that to a lot of guys the Fuego and Alphas aren't quite "on the same level" as the Steez or TDZ but they were my favorites. Especially the Alphas, I'm really looking forward to finding out if the new Alphas SV spool with fit the original reels as a "tune up" part. Either way you have a very very nice collection of some of Daiwa's best low pros.
kickerfish1 reply :
Nice reels Gary!
dag3220 reply :
War Eagle 44 reply :
dag3220, nice reels man!
dag3220 reply :
On 4/16/2015 at 8:51 AM, War Eagle 44 said:dag3220, nice reels man!
Finally got some open water in the Upper Peninsula. Gonna go try these out later today.
Tim S. reply :
On 4/14/2015 at 9:35 PM, .ghoti. said:The Team Daiwa starting lineup.
Back row: five Fuegos and an SS SV
Middle row: five Alphas and a Viento
Front row: four Zillions and two TD-Zs
There it is! There's a few that look familiar in there, Gary.
.ghoti. reply :
On 4/19/2015 at 3:54 AM, Tim S. said:There it is! There's a few that look familiar in there, Gary.
Thought you just might recognize something in that pic.
Capt.Bob reply :
I just picked up this years rod. I had it built this winter on an Avid blank, 6' but to make it a one of a kind, I had 3" added from a SCV rod just to make it a 6'3" LF for Crappie, Perch and White Bass. I had it balanced to a new Stradic CI4+ 1000FA. The complete outfit weighs in at 8.7 oz. Recoil Guides, and fly rod reel seat with cork center. It's not quite as sensitive as the elite blank but you can still feel every bump when dragging just the dead line across the gravel drive!!! lastly it is 100% balanced right at the line pickup when rotor is in it's rearward position.
Last year I had the Legend Extreme built with the 6'6" MLF blank and precisely balanced to a 1000FG Sustain, using Recoils Titanium guides on it also. I like these guides so well I had two factory rods, both Legend Elites, striped of their guides and the recoils installed, what a difference they are truly indescribable and the only way one can believe the difference they make is to try them. These make a sweet light finesse spinning rod set for anything from Walleye and Smallmouth, to White Bass and Crappie.
A few years back I had a special spinning outfit built by the same craftsman, it was special because I wanted a spinning rod built for Pike and Musky, but wanted to be able to use it for Redfish in the Gulf, and Snook and other species on the flats and canals of the everglades if I visit Florida. We used a MH casting blank in a XF action to get the speed and backbone we wanted as the MHXF spinning wasn't available, for bigger single hook baits this excells for bigger fish and works great with heavy spoons and Bucktails too!!! I had a Sustain 4000FD on it to begin with but sold it and went with the 4000FJ Stradic instead, I have not made it out for Reds and Snook yet but have landed several Northern Pike on it and a few Chinook and Coho Salmon in Michigan. I am truly blessed to have a rod builder that I have, the guy teaches rod building for a large custom tackle firm on the great lakes, and every time we get together on a project he still amazes me at all the fine details others overlook for eye bling instead of function. These are the spinning rods he has built me to date and I think next year I will build one more, on a Legend Elite 7'MF blank and that should cover everything I can ever imagine I will need.
I have two custom casting rods he built on Legend Extreme blanks a MXF and MHM that also use recoil guides and the same cork patterns slightly different but with the same dark brown and natural cork to adjust weight for balance and just a touch eye candy and a touch to define my custom request to make them personal.
Tim S. reply :
Nice custom sticks, Bob. I have gone the custom rod route, as well. Will post some pics when my final rod is finished, probably later this week.
thehooligan reply :
Nice rods Bob
.ghoti. reply :
Nice collection of custom sticks, Capt Bob.
Capt.Bob reply :
Thanks for the comments guy's, it's always nice to hear the approvals from those that enjoy the same sport I do,,,,,,,THANKS! 
Bigsig reply :
Powell inferno 705cb with daiwa tatula hd 6:31
Stcroix mojobass 6'6 medium fast curado i 6:31
loomis e6x 843c mbr curdado i 7:2:1
And craig list new $20 camo stix medium moderate paired with free mint abu 4600c "high speed"round reel gears unknown .
Preytorien reply :
Zodias 6'10" MH Curado 201HG
thehooligan reply :
New alde hg, hedgehog airs, zpi offset handle, thats it. Love it as is. Might pair it with the Ultima if yumeya makes a finesse spool for it...
ChrisWi reply :
On 4/23/2015 at 11:28 PM, thehooligan said:New alde hg, hedgehog airs, zpi offset handle, thats it. Love it as is. Might pair it with the Ultima if yumeya makes a finesse spool for it...
bootytrain reply :
Did that handle add weight?On 4/23/2015 at 11:28 PM, thehooligan said:New alde hg, hedgehog airs, zpi offset handle, thats it. Love it as is. Might pair it with the Ultima if yumeya makes a finesse spool for it...
thehooligan reply :
Didnt weigh each handle but it should be slightly lighter. Its 80mm, carbon, and i was able to get rid of that stupid plastic cap shimano likes to put over the handle nuts, lol.
BassingNick reply :
Wipes drool off the screen...
bait__Monkey reply :
Was in ur wallet?
hzzhangc reply :
Beautifully day on the water and really enjoying the MG7 with yumeya BFS spool. Caught a few fish nothing big but lots of fun. The rod is Majorcraft corkish 602m. Perfect two pcs rod for traveling and bank fishing with lots of trees and bushes.
thehooligan reply :
Nice combo Cheng, love that handle.
fish devil reply :
I'm pretty much a Daiwa guy. I use ten baitcasters and four spinning setups. Here are most of my baitcasters.......
kickerfish1 reply :
Someone likes their Zillions. Nice to see a few L & T rods in the rotation. Loved that rod especially the grip. Nice arsenal!
hzzhangc reply :
Curious what are the rods with half white and half black?
J Francho reply :
Daiwa Tournament series I think? I had a couple from the 90s like that, but they were silver and black, not white and black. The earliest split grip rods I saw were from this line.
thehooligan reply :
On 4/30/2015 at 10:17 AM, fish devil said:I'm pretty much a Daiwa guy. I use ten baitcasters and four spinning setups. Here are most of my baitcasters.......
Nice lineup Joe
Matt (hooligan) from bassbarn 
fish devil reply :
On 4/30/2015 at 11:40 AM, hzzhangc said:Curious what are the rods with half white and half black?
Silver and black. Daiwa Light and Tough rods.
fish devil reply :
On 4/30/2015 at 8:55 PM, thehooligan said:Nice lineup Joe
Matt (hooligan) from bassbarn
Thank you. Good to be here!!!
Capt.Bob reply :
On 4/30/2015 at 10:17 AM, fish devil said:I'm pretty much a Daiwa guy. I use ten baitcasters and four spinning setups. Here are most of my baitcasters.......
Prety obvious the man knows what he likes,,,,,,, Nice assortment
SenkoGuru reply :
On 4/23/2015 at 11:28 PM, thehooligan said:New alde hg, hedgehog airs, zpi offset handle, thats it. Love it as is. Might pair it with the Ultima if yumeya makes a finesse spool for it...
Fantastic looking reel.
hzzhangc reply :
Hooked a 3.5 pounder on first cast (pretty decent size in north OH). As you can see on pic 1 the bank is high and steep (around 10 ft above the water) so finally I lost it.Pic 2 is interesting. I wanna try the TYPE R+ spool for a longtime and finally got one. Use the normal set up and got a really bad backlash on first cast. When I was clearing it I feel something is moving on the other side of the line. I pulled the line with my hand and set the hook. It took me another minute to fix the backlash and fortunately the fish is still there. Not a big one but still fun.
C0lt reply :
Just put together a cranking combo that I think has a really good cost to value ration. I have a 7ft medium cranking duckett ghost paired with a lews carbon fire (I work at dicks and this is our exclusive version of the lews speed spool (somewhere between the lazer and lfs series. Put the whole rod together for 130 with my employee discount and spooled it up with a half spool of p line I had laying around. cant wait to hit the water tomorrow.
Arobb2012 reply :
On 5/4/2015 at 11:14 AM, C0lt said:Just put together a cranking combo that I think has a really good cost to value ration. I have a 7ft medium cranking duckett ghost paired with a lews carbon fire (I work at dicks and this is our exclusive version of the lews speed spool (somewhere between the lazer and lfs series. Put the whole rod together for 130 with my employee discount and spooled it up with a half spool of p line I had laying around. cant wait to hit the water tomorrow.
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I've been looking at that reel for a while. Has pretty good reviews online. Would like to hear what you think about it.
CRANKENSTIEN reply :
On 5/4/2015 at 11:14 AM, C0lt said:Just put together a cranking combo that I think has a really good cost to value ration. I have a 7ft medium cranking duckett ghost paired with a lews carbon fire (I work at dicks and this is our exclusive version of the lews speed spool (somewhere between the lazer and lfs series. Put the whole rod together for 130 with my employee discount and spooled it up with a half spool of p line I had laying around. cant wait to hit the water tomorrow.
Looks good. Love the ghost. I just got the 73 MH with a lews BB1 spooled with 15 lb mccoy mean green. I got it for pitching, but it works well for deeper cranks as well..
fisherrw reply :
On 4/8/2015 at 12:35 PM, Slefler said:
All of the starting lineup minus the "big bait" setup
Lew's Tournament Pro Speed Spool 6.4:1- Duckett Ghost 7'3 Heavy
Shimano Curado I 200 6.3:1- Duckett Ghost 7'3 Medium Heavy
Shimano Chronarch 200E6 6.5:1- Duckett Ghost 7'3 Medium Heavy
Shimano Chronarch 200E5 5.5:1- Duckett Ghost 7' Medium Crankin
Shimano Curado 200G6 6.5:1- Duckett Ghost 7' Medium Crankin
Shimano Curado I 200PG 5.5:1- Duckett Ghost 7' Medium Crankin
Shimano Chronarch CI4+150 6.2:1- Duckett Ghost 7'3 Medium Heavy
Well I'm guessing you like duckett
Lew's BB1 Pro 5.1:1- St Croix Mojo Bass 7'11 Heavy
Shimano Stradic 3000FJ 6.0:1- Duckett Ghost 7' Medium Spinning
C0lt reply :
On 5/6/2015 at 2:54 AM, Arobb2012 said:I've been looking at that reel for a while. Has pretty good reviews online. Would like to hear what you think about it.
Give me a few more days to really get familiar with it and I'll send you a pm, or possibly write a review since I couldn't find any on the forum. Going out on my friends boat Friday so that should help out it through its paces.
love the ghost. Myself and most of the guys I work with have come to the conclusion that for 99 dollars the ghost is hard to beat. In my personal opinion it's one of the best value rods there is. By the end of June I hope to pick up one of the heavy power versions.On 5/6/2015 at 3:07 AM, CRANKENSTIEN said:Looks good. Love the ghost. I just got the 73 MH with a lews BB1 spooled with 15 lb mccoy mean green. I got it for pitching, but it works well for deeper cranks as well..
Kevin Beachy reply :
Here is my collection of the little stuff I've got.
This is a BPS tournament reel(upgraded) paired up with a 7'3 Veritas and 30lb braid
This is an Abu Garcia Cardinal Z
My soft plastics
My "Hard Baits"
My "Ready To Roll" Baits
And last of all, terminal tackle
~Kevin
rippin-lips reply :
Decided to do some work while at work, and tear it down for cleaning. It's ready for Saturday.
90mm CF handle with SLP Works zion knobs.
It's a Daiwa SS SV for anyone wondering.
fisherrw reply :
Nice!!
thehooligan reply :
Nice reel adam
I.rar reply :
Got the avail in and finally took a pic. Man that thing is Shallow. As some of you seen my posts,im still very undecided about what rod I'm going to go with. My carbonlite works but I know there are better options. I haven't caught anything with it yet but it casts amazing.
Maybe I'll continue to work on the reel by adding a longer handle, metal drag star and carbontex drag that I've been putting off.
hzzhangc reply :
Major craft offers some nice BFS rods with reasonable price.
Mr. Hunter_90 reply :
I love it
rippin-lips reply :
On 5/9/2015 at 10:29 PM, I.rar said:Maybe I'll continue to work on the reel by adding a longer handle, metal drag star and carbontex drag that I've been putting off.
I have a Core 51e aluminum drag star assembly that needs a new home.
John G reply :
If you buy the Core 51 Drag Star, you better buy the drag star nut because I don't think that the CU51E nut will work. I think it's too big.On 5/11/2015 at 1:19 PM, rippin-lips said:I have a Core 51e aluminum drag star assembly that needs a new home.
thehooligan reply :
dag3220 reply :
On 5/12/2015 at 6:49 PM, thehooligan said:
I currently have a stock Aldebaran bfs. Just wondering how light of lures you can cast with your upgrades on an approiate rod?
thehooligan reply :
Lightest lures i throw are 1/8oz jerkbaits, 3 inch wacky senkos. Stock spool should handle most finesse baits easily with the right light action bfs rod.
MCS reply :
On 5/13/2015 at 12:25 AM, thehooligan said:Lightest lures i throw are 1/8oz jerkbaits, 3 inch wacky senkos. Stock spool should handle most finesse baits easily with the right light action bfs rod.
Sweet reels man......What type of line you running on those reels you throw the jerkbaits on? ?.......Just picked up a scorpion xt after yrs of hate lol. don't dig the new style reels but the BFS xg and limited are sweet so are the mg/mg7s.....You have any insight on the brenious? I love the 50 frame
thehooligan reply :
On 5/13/2015 at 5:04 AM, MCS said:Sweet reels man......What type of line you running on those reels you throw the jerkbaits on? ?.......Just picked up a scorpion xt after yrs of hate lol. don't dig the new style reels but the BFS xg and limited are sweet so are the mg/mg7s.....You have any insight on the brenious? I love the 50 frame
thanks, i typically use 4-6lb hybrid, 4-8lb floroclear for all finesse fishing. I havent used the brenious but whats not to like, 7:7 brass gears, shallow spool, and 50 frame, I prefer the bfs xg cause its a slightly lighter spool and lighter reel in general. Or just drop a shallow spool in your scorpion xt. Im selling an avail & zpi spool for the shimano 50 size platform if interested...
MCS reply :
On 5/13/2015 at 5:12 AM, thehooligan said:thanks, i typically use 4-6lb hybrid, 4-8lb floroclear for all finesse fishing. I havent used the brenious but whats not to like, 7:7 brass gears, shallow spool, and 50 frame, I prefer the bfs xg cause its a slightly lighter spool and lighter reel in general. Or just drop a shallow spool in your scorpion xt. Im selling an avail & zpi spool for the shimano 50 size platform if interested...
Cool thanks for the info and offer. I actually have the scorpion for my general plastics rod. The brenious would actually go on my jerkbait rod or I may switch it around...but I am looking into a second reel. And for 180 TMD the brenious is a cost friendly shallow spool solution versus a scorpion at 150 plus a 100 spool. Plus the scorpion and the brenious are both salt rated which is nice here.....I have read the aluminum 50s are preferred by some.....so before I got the scorpion I was set on an alphas SV but price and availability were its down fall. How'd you like the pixy or alphas for cast lighter weights? Like 1/4 jerks or light t-rigs. Again thanks for the info
MCS reply :
Here is my rig. Scorpion XT 1000 on a 6-9 mh veracity
Good stout and sensative plastic setup.
John G reply :
Matt, What kind of distance are you getting with those eighth of an ounce jerk baits? I was throwing a quarter ounce Husky Jerk with my XT1000 and Yumeya spool/ 20# Suffix 832 and a Loomis CR721 and just guessing, maybe 50 feet.On 5/13/2015 at 5:12 AM, thehooligan said:thanks, i typically use 4-6lb hybrid, 4-8lb floroclear for all finesse fishing. I havent used the brenious but whats not to like, 7:7 brass gears, shallow spool, and 50 frame, I prefer the bfs xg cause its a slightly lighter spool and lighter reel in general. Or just drop a shallow spool in your scorpion xt. Im selling an avail & zpi spool for the shimano 50 size platform if interested...
*Hank reply :
On 5/12/2015 at 6:49 PM, thehooligan said:
Those are some sweet looking reels! 
bootytrain reply :
MCS reply :
This thread is the only reason I come to this site LOL
MCS reply :
On 5/8/2015 at 6:00 AM, rippin-lips said:Decided to do some work while at work, and tear it down for cleaning. It's ready for Saturday.
90mm CF handle with SLP Works zion knobs.
It's a Daiwa SS SV for anyone wondering.
Sweet reel, I am sure you seen the SLP works kit for it, that drag star is awesome.
hzzhangc reply :
My TD Z family. One of them will be leaving for new home soon. 
rippin-lips reply :
On 5/13/2015 at 9:48 AM, MCS said:Sweet reel, I am sure you seen the SLP works kit for it, that drag star is awesome.
Yeah I've peeked at their stuff before. I'm actually not a fan of the drag star. I like the steez star the best. Wish I could put it on every Daiwa I have.
rippin-lips reply :
On 5/13/2015 at 9:28 AM, bootytrain said:
If it looks that pretty I can't afford it. Super nice though!
bootytrain reply :
On 5/13/2015 at 11:06 AM, rippin-lips said:If it looks that pretty I can't afford it. Super nice though!
Its only $300. Not much more than your SS
thehooligan reply :
On 5/13/2015 at 8:44 AM, John G said:Matt, What kind of distance are you getting with those eighth of an ounce jerk baits? I was throwing a quarter ounce Husky Jerk with my XT1000 and Yumeya spool/ 20# Suffix 832 and a Loomis CR721 and just guessing, maybe 50 feet.
I was slinging 1/8oz jerks about 75-100ft with 6lb copoly on that poison glorious bfs rod i had.
Hogsticker reply :
On 5/13/2015 at 10:42 AM, hzzhangc said:My TD Z family. One of them will be leaving for new home soon.
And I'm so happy to be taking one of them off your hands!!
fisherrw reply :
That thing is amazing!!On 5/13/2015 at 9:28 AM, bootytrain said:
John G reply :
On 5/13/2015 at 7:43 PM, thehooligan said:I was slinging 1/8oz jerks about 75-100ft with 6lb copoly on that poison glorious bfs rod i had.
I forgot to add that I also used a Conquest 50 with an Avail Spool and the results were about the same. The lower end lure rating for the CR721 is 3/16oz and the rod is not what i would consider whippy at all. Are the BFS rods made for throwing finesse hard baits kinda whippy?
IAY reply :
On 5/14/2015 at 6:51 AM, John G said:I forgot to add that I also used a Conquest 50 with an Avail Spool and the results were about the same. The lower end lure rating for the CR721 is 3/16oz and the rod is not what i would consider whippy at all. Are the BFS rods made for throwing finesse hard baits kinda whippy?
Some of them are really whippy but not necessarily. I have thrown 1/16 oz around 20 meters with a CR722 IMX, so CR721 would probably be fine.
John G reply :
Looks like I will be trying again and work on my casting.On 5/14/2015 at 8:38 AM, IAY said:Some of them are really whippy but not necessarily. I have thrown 1/16 oz around 20 meters with a CR722 IMX, so CR721 would probably be fine.
thehooligan reply :
A lot of the bfs rods meant for hardbaits are regular fast/moderate action. Definitely helps to fling those super light baits out there.
IAY reply :
On 5/14/2015 at 8:41 AM, John G said:Looks like I will be trying again and work on my casting.
I had tremendous amount of success having tension knob completely loose, relying purely on the breaking system and thumbing, after seeing Sawamura from KTF do it. You feel so connected to the set up, and it is quite nice. I usually set 3 breaks on my Metanium when I am around 1/8 oz, and 4 breaks when I'm going to 1/16 oz. I can easily adjust the dial on the fly if I need to make a long cast, or skip under some structure.
Jd_Phillips_Fishin reply :
What do yall think of throwin a 3/4-1oz. C-rig on a 7-3 xtra fast Shimano Crucial?
thehooligan reply :
On 5/14/2015 at 9:08 AM, IAY said:I had tremendous amount of success having tension knob completely loose, relying purely on the breaking system and thumbing, after seeing Sawamura from KTF do it. You feel so connected to the set up, and it is quite nice. I usually set 3 breaks on my Metanium when I am around 1/8 oz, and 4 breaks when I'm going to 1/16 oz. I can easily adjust the dial on the fly if I need to make a long cast, or skip under some structure.
After trying tons of braking options on the ktf spool, i found this setup works best for me. Just pull off all the brakes, put on 2 reds, 2 clears and your good to go...
John G reply :
Any idea if it's the yellow or blue brakes that come with the Conquest 50 that provide the most braking?
BASSPATROL247 reply :
On 12/5/2009 at 12:25 PM, Fat-G said:I would post some pics, but I have a Citica 200e and a Sahara 2500, both mounted on Lightning Rods.
Funny thing, I still catch fish!
why is that funny?? my stuffs cheap too and I have no problem holding my own when I fish with my buddy who have 2-3 hundred dollar rods and reels... just because they are expensive does NOT mean they catch more fish. the best combo you have is the one between your ears...
BASSPATROL247 reply :
On 12/5/2009 at 12:25 PM, Fat-G said:I would post some pics, but I have a Citica 200e and a Sahara 2500, both mounted on Lightning Rods.
Funny thing, I still catch fish!
funny? why? I have what would be considered cheap combos to most and when I fish with my buddys who have 300+ dollar rods and reels I have no problem holding my own with them and catch more than them sometimes. expensive combos don't catch more fish because they cost more, remember the best combo you have is the one between your ears and that's the one that determines what or how many you will catch.. I would show my combos but cannot figure out how to post them from my album.....
IAY reply :
On 5/15/2015 at 4:18 AM, John G said:Any idea if it's the yellow or blue brakes that come with the Conquest 50 that provide the most braking?
I would just weigh them. The only difference I believe is the weight with heavier obviously providing more breaking. My money is on the yellows.
John G reply :
I weighed 6 yellow and 6 blue and they didn't register on my scale. I know how it casts with the blue so I installed the yellow and I will do some more casting tomorrow. I also think the yellow will be heavier.
thehooligan reply :
i believe the yellows are heavier.
bootytrain reply :
*Hank reply :
^^ that ain't your average aldebaran!
bootytrain reply :
On 5/16/2015 at 1:28 PM, *Hank said:^^ that ain't your average aldebaran!
Yeah its the BFS XG Limited
Jd_Phillips_Fishin reply :
On 5/16/2015 at 12:55 PM, bootytrain said:
How much did that cost ya?
bootytrain reply :
On 5/18/2015 at 1:27 AM, carolina bassin said:How much did that cost ya?
3
Jd_Phillips_Fishin reply :
On 5/18/2015 at 5:50 AM, bootytrain said:3
Hundred?
WPCfishing reply :
Boy am I glad Anthony Wiener isn't on this forum!
ColdSVT reply :
Good chance there is a jdm shimano headed my way...the wife wanted to get me a graduation gift and i gave her list lol
A scorpion 1001xt or a new Aldebaran...
WPCfishing reply :
On 5/19/2015 at 6:36 AM, ColdSVT said:Good chance there is a jdm shimano headed my way...the wife wanted to get me a graduation gift and i gave her list lol
A scorpion 1001xt or a new Aldebaran...
Good luck!
Jrob78 reply :
On 5/19/2015 at 6:36 AM, ColdSVT said:Good chance there is a jdm shimano headed my way...the wife wanted to get me a graduation gift and i gave her list lol
A scorpion 1001xt or a new Aldebaran...
Good luck and congratulations!
thehooligan reply :
JLS hooked it up with some fish arrow's
Will be testing these two out today....
Hedgehog air's, red avail screw set, zpi handle, knobs, bearings. Might throw a red avail side cover on...
Diggy reply :
On 5/20/2015 at 12:18 AM, thehooligan said:JLS hooked it up with some fish arrow's
Will be testing these two out today....
Hedgehog air's, red avail screw set, zpi handle, knobs, bearings. Might throw a red avail side cover on...
delicious!
Please give me a reason to justify this purchase for myself, living in so fla with shopping carts, stolen cars and whatever else in the water. It has been in and out of my cart 6 times since yesterday. I talked myself into a metanium and alderbaran which is on the way.
thehooligan reply :
Id probally skip the xg limited if your in south florida, too much heavy cover. Unless you have ponds down there with open water, lol
Jd_Phillips_Fishin reply :
Is that the spool the reel comes with or did you add that yourself?
rippin-lips reply :
On 5/21/2015 at 2:03 AM, carolina bassin said:Is that the spool the reel comes with or did you add that yourself?
The reel comes with the spool.
Diggy reply :
On 5/20/2015 at 8:48 PM, thehooligan said:Id probally skip the xg limited if your in south florida, too much heavy cover. Unless you have ponds down there with open water, lol
NOT the answer I was expecting! You're no friend of mine!!!
bootytrain reply :
My first Lews. A lot of reel for the money.
rippin-lips reply :
Newest Edition - Major Craft Volkey BLC
J Francho reply :
I'd rather show off April Volkey, lol.
rippin-lips reply :
On 5/22/2015 at 6:46 AM, J Francho said:I'd rather show off April Volkey, lol.
I'm assuming you meant April Vokey, but I definitely agree. However she's married. I'll have to wait until she comes up on the market.
chelboed reply :
On 5/20/2015 at 12:18 AM, thehooligan said:JLS hooked it up with some fish arrow's
Will be testing these two out today....
Hedgehog air's, red avail screw set, zpi handle, knobs, bearings. Might throw a red avail side cover on...
AAAAAARGH!! Love!
chelboed reply :
On 5/21/2015 at 9:14 AM, bootytrain said:My first Lews. A lot of reel for the money.
Agreed...love mine.
WPCfishing reply :
On 5/25/2015 at 8:08 PM, chelboed said:Agreed...love mine.
Nice reels...
Diggy reply :
chelboed reply :
Sweet...you got a new picture of a Japanese guy.
Diggy reply :
On 5/27/2015 at 4:00 AM, chelboed said:Sweet...you got a new picture of a Japanese guy.
That was my favorite part of the whole purchase, the newspaper that came in the box.
BradGuenette reply :
A few recent combos I've put together,
kickerfish1 reply :
All nice outfits Brad, however you paired the 805 with a topwater bait and no reel. Must be fun cranking those props! Where is its mate?
Slipknot_Fan666 reply :
I may post a pic of my setup tomorrow. The Quantum is gone so the old Templar is on the Vendetta.
John G reply :
On 5/13/2015 at 7:43 PM, thehooligan said:I was slinging 1/8oz jerks about 75-100ft with 6lb copoly on that poison glorious bfs rod i had.
I bought a 1/8oz Rapala Floater and using a Conquest 50 - Avail Spool w / 6# Floroclear / Loomis CR721. I don't know the exact distance that I was getting this morning but I know that I was going farther than the 20 yard mark in my back yard. I managed to get my first BFS Hardbait fish, a Bluegill
thehooligan reply :
Nice fish
John G reply :
On 5/27/2015 at 11:23 PM, thehooligan said:Nice fish
Thanks
I was shocked that that it was a Bluegill and it was a fun fight on the CR721 and 6# Floroclear.
thehooligan reply :
Sweet, i love 6 & 8lb floroclear. Great line.
BradGuenette reply :
On 5/27/2015 at 11:38 AM, kickerfish1 said:All nice outfits Brad, however you paired the 805 with a topwater bait and no reel. Must be fun cranking those props! Where is its mate?
Running a Curado 200I HG
kickerfish1 reply :
Yes sir! That'll work just fine. There are a few new rod/reels that I have been eyeing but ongoing medical bills have put a damper on that. I need to get some photos up in this thread sometime too!
cdunlapb12 reply :
Ballin on a budget. Love my new *** Black. The sensitivity is awesome for a $100 rod. 
ColdSVT reply :
On 5/28/2015 at 2:21 AM, cdunlapb12 said:Ballin on a budget. Love my new *** Black. The sensitivity is awesome for a $100 rod. image.jpg
I have several *** and love em...especially foe the price
Dont touch an ***...i touched one once and now i own two...
*Hank reply :
Yep the *** is A great rod! I currently own two but I know i`ll be buying another soon!
C0lt reply :
Just in the past year have I started getting some legitimate rods and reels. Nothing top of the line, just some stuff that can suit a guy like me who is just getting into bass fishing on a more serious level. Its been a year or so in the works, figuring out what techniques I lean on, and what gear I need, and I have it down to four combos that suit me perfectly for right now.
Left to right:
1. Quantum pt kinetic with 65lb power pro, on a 6'6 ugly stik gx2. I mostly use frogs on this rod, along with some heavier jigs. Really anything that I throw that is decently heavy.
2.Abu garcia promax combo, left hand retrieve, 7.1.1, 20lb pline, 7ft medium heavy. I use this rod mostly for texas rigs and my finess jigs.
3. Lews carbon fire, 7.1.1, 15lb p line, on a 7ft Duckett ghost cranking rod (medium). I use this for all of my crankbaits, popper and spooks. Anything I throw that has trebles is usually 3/8 ounce or smaller.
4. Abu garcia vengence spinning combo, 7ft medium. 10lb monofilament. I use this rod for small tubes and shakey heads mostly.
FloridaBasser1 reply :
My set up- the one and only single combo that can catch fish in all conditions.
Even thogh some of you will think 
, most of you will think . Lol
Lure +
Rod & Reel +
Machanical Lure Caster +
John G reply :
On 2/27/2015 at 9:48 PM, thehooligan said:The Ultima is here
My 2015 lineup, cant wait for the ice to melt !!
Matt, what model Expride do you have?
John G reply :
On 2/27/2015 at 9:48 PM, thehooligan said:The Ultima is here
My 2015 lineup, cant wait for the ice to melt !!
Matt, what model Expride do you have?
thehooligan reply :
Its the jdm bfs model, 6'5L
John G reply :
Thank youOn 6/1/2015 at 8:06 PM, thehooligan said:Its the jdm bfs model, 6'5L
deep reply :
Perfection! I'm easy to please though.
ColdSVT reply :
The japanese reel fairy dropped of an Aldebaran 51hg on my door step today...pics later!
jyu87 reply :
That's odd... That same japanese reel fairy is supposed to drop off two Metanium 15 DC's later on this week (6.2 and 7.4). Should be getting my 2 - Zodias in the next couple hours by UPS.
Pic's of the setups later
**edit** speak of the devil, delivery of rods just now. lol
Teaser;
Should have everything by the end of the week. *hopefully.*
Diggy reply :
Picked up an extreme mission
kickerfish1 reply :
Nice rods and reels! I am probably one of the biggest fans of the EMTF. Hard for me to describe the rod but I feel like it does so many things well that for my intended uses it would be the only casting rod I would buy a duplicate of.
jyu87 reply :
So I guess the Zodias doesn't come with that Hook Keeper that I see on every picture? Anyone have any insight on this?
thehooligan reply :
On 6/3/2015 at 6:45 PM, jyu87 said:So I guess the Zodias doesn't come with that Hook Keeper that I see on every picture? Anyone have any insight on this?
No hook keeper, most jdm rods dont have them...
John G reply :
Fuji makes a great Hook Keeper
Master Bait'r reply :
My 4 horsemen now that the spinning rig is up and running
*** Black 7'3" HXF & BB1 Pro w/55# FX2
Dobyns 705cb glass & Curado I w/12# Tatsu
NRX 852c & Ito Ai w/15# Smackdown
*** Black 7'1" MLXF & Supreme XT w/8# Yo-Zuri Hybrid
Stoked to head out tomorrow.
kickerfish1 reply :
Nice choices on the rods MB!
Master Bait'r reply :
Thanks! Wish I could wave my magic wand and make the 852 an 853 but hey... First world problems, y'know?
tomustang reply :
The fleet hanging out on the floor
C0lt reply :
On 6/4/2015 at 9:08 AM, tomustang said:The fleet hanging out on the floor
Glad to see the handles are on the right side
cdunlapb12 reply :
On 6/4/2015 at 10:31 AM, C0lt said:Glad to see the handles are on the right side
X2
jjconnaire reply :
Big bait fishing bug has bitten. Shimano Calcutta 201B on a 7'8" IRod Jr. swimbait rod. And of course the MS Slammer 7" Perch. Haven't seen any guys on my lake throwing big baits. Hopefully can show that smallies like big baits too!
War Eagle 44 reply :
Nice swimbait set up buddy! Good luck with it on those smallies.
jjconnaire reply :
Thx I'll see if it works this wkd
*Hank reply :
On 6/4/2015 at 9:08 AM, tomustang said:The fleet hanging out on the floor
Sweet combos Tom!
jyu87 reply :
On 6/3/2015 at 5:14 AM, jyu87 said:That's odd... That same japanese reel fairy is supposed to drop off two Metanium 15 DC's later on this week (6.2 and 7.4). Should be getting my 2 - Zodias in the next couple hours by UPS.
Pic's of the setups later
**edit** speak of the devil, delivery of rods just now. lol
Teaser;
Should have everything by the end of the week. *hopefully.*
HELLO!
These things are beautiful and lightweight! Can't wait to throw them out.
JLS even threw in a surprise jig for me. Thought that was really nice of them
Goose52 reply :
On 6/6/2015 at 10:41 AM, jyu87 said:HELLO!
These things are beautiful and lightweight! Can't wait to throw them out.
JLS even threw in a surprise jig for me. Thought that was really nice of them
Now you need to add line and fish slime...
Yumeya reply :
Thought I would add a few pics of some of my newest gear..
kickerfish1 reply :
Stellar gear Yumeya and welcome!
I.rar reply :
First cast and first fish on my new recon 682
Goose52 reply :
On 6/7/2015 at 10:25 PM, I.rar said:
First cast and first fish on my new recon 682
OUTSTANDING ! New gear AND a fish in the photo AND it's a nice peacock...
I'm a native Floridian and grew up in Dade County - but NO peacocks back when I was there - dang!
I.rar reply :
On 6/8/2015 at 2:59 AM, Goose52 said:I'm a native Floridian and grew up in Dade County - but NO peacocks back when I was there - dang!
Lol, that's terrible! These peas have us spoiled down here. If I were to move, it'll be the main thing I miss about Miami-dade.
MCS reply :
On 6/7/2015 at 11:28 AM, Yumeya said:Thought I would add a few pics of some of my newest gear..
Nice blade, love my Izula 2.
John G reply :
I posted that pic of the gator in your Toho Thread cause I thought that you were a Yankee coming coming to visit from Pennsylvania or New York but I see that you already know about gators living in S. Florida. LOLOn 6/8/2015 at 3:05 AM, I.rar said:Lol, that's terrible! These peas have us spoiled down here. If I were to move, it'll be the main thing I miss about Miami-dade.
*Hank reply :
How are the bass recons? I've been thinking of getting one.On 6/7/2015 at 10:25 PM, I.rar said:
First cast and first fish on my new recon 682
fisherrw reply :
The bass recons are good rods but I personally think the m1 is a better choice it's more durable
BasshunterJGH reply :
Nice collection. Love that Metanium/Nrx combo.On 6/4/2015 at 9:08 AM, tomustang said:The fleet hanging out on the floor
I.rar reply :
I really like the recon. I've only fished a few rods around this price range but I would say it's my favorite by far. The only two things are that the handle is kind of thin but still comfortable. And the specs look to be on a sticker that was placed on the rod. Otherwise it's a fine rod and we'll worth its price, imo.
The m1 line doesn't have a model that's rated as low as the xx2 recons fwiw.
rippin-lips reply :
Plus the M1 has the strange reel seat, and the goofy foregrip piece. I prefer my Recon 2 over the M1 my buddy has.
buzzed bait reply :
Not the best pics for some reason, but you get the idea.... Finally got the lineup settled for a minute and only change I'm thinking of right now is maybe upgrading the Tatula rod used for jigs.... we'll see.
- Casting
- Spinnerbait/Buzzbait/Swim Jig/Bladed Jig
- Lew’s BB1 7.1:1
- Daiwa Tatula 6'10"MH
- Worm
- Shimano Chronarch 151 Ci4+ 7.6:1
- Shimano Cumara 6'8"MH
- Jig
- Lew’s Tournament Pro 7.1:1
- Daiwa Tatula 6'10"MH
- Crankbait
- Shimano Curado 51e
- Shimano Crucial 7'M
- Jerkbait/Topwater
- Shimano Curado 51e
- *** *** 6'7"M
- Spinnerbait/Buzzbait/Swim Jig/Bladed Jig
- Spinning
- Ultralight
- Pflueger Trion
- St Croix Panfish 5'4"UL
- Wacky worm
- Pflueger Supreme MGX
- *** *** 6'7"M
- Drop Shot
- Pflueger Patriarch
- Shimano Cumara 6'8"M
- Ultralight
thehooligan reply :
Little megabass action...
John G reply :
Sweeeet! I bought my first Megabass (Zonda 68R) from the Megabass Outlet Store earlier this week. Still waiting on it's arrival.On 6/11/2015 at 10:32 PM, thehooligan said:Little megabass action...
thehooligan reply :
Nice, i tried to grab another IS71 but they ran out, grabbed an fx68 just to try one. Couldnt pass up those prices !!
John G reply :
...
John G reply :
Yeah the price was to good not to buy one and I have been back and forth over the years on buying a Daiwa so I finally bought one.....sort of. LOL
rippin-lips reply :
I wasn't aware of this outlet store sale.
I might cry myself to sleep later.
Matt when you sell that reel let me know haha.
DirtyDeuceGoose reply :
I always buy lefties thinking I'll learn to live with it but never can. But that IS.... It'll be a race between Adam and I to jump on it!
rippin-lips reply :
We'll see I fish lefties so I can already live with it.
DirtyDeuceGoose reply :
I know, I know. That's trump any day of the week. Just a really nice piece.
thehooligan reply :
The real winners in the megabass world have been the righties. Ive seen so many classics on ebay and all the jdm vendors at awesome prices. Us lefties have to really jump when we find something !!
JGBassinAL reply :
On 6/12/2015 at 1:25 AM, John G said:Sweeeet! I bought my first Megabass (Zonda 68R) from the Megabass Outlet Store earlier this week. Still waiting on it's arrival.
You are no longer a life member of the Shimano fan club. Will you please take that off from above your picture please sir. Your privileges have been revoked and you will be required to turn your member card in on Monday.
John G reply :
On 6/13/2015 at 11:31 AM, JGBassinAL said:You are no longer a life member of the Shimano fan club. Will you please take that off from above your picture please sir. Your privileges have been revoked and you will be required to turn your member card in on Monday.
The reel arrived in the USA yesterday around 3 in the afternoon so I may get it today but probably Monday. I need to get it and decide if I want to keep it or sell it. So technically, I am still a life member of the Shimano Fan Club. LOL
*Hootie reply :
On 6/13/2015 at 1:27 PM, John G said:The reel arrived in the USA yesterday around 3 in the afternoon so I may get it today but probably Monday. I need to get it and decide if I want to keep it or sell it. So technically, I am still a life member of the Shimano Fan Club. LOL
Not to worry John. Once a Shimano fan boy, always a Shimano fan boy.
Hootie
IAY reply :
On 6/13/2015 at 1:27 PM, John G said:The reel arrived in the USA yesterday around 3 in the afternoon so I may get it today but probably Monday. I need to get it and decide if I want to keep it or sell it. So technically, I am still a life member of the Shimano Fan Club. LOL
Nothing wrong with a little variety in your life d:
John G reply :
I received the reel today and I am selling it & I may already have a buyer. It's a nice little reel but I have other wants.
*Hootie reply :
On 6/14/2015 at 6:16 AM, John G said:I received the reel today and I am selling it & I may already have a buyer. It's a nice little reel but I have other wants.
WHEW!!....I was starting to get a little worried...lol....just kidding.
Hootie
JGBassinAL reply :
On 6/14/2015 at 6:16 AM, John G said:I received the reel today and I am selling it & I may already have a buyer. It's a nice little reel but I have other wants.
Hahahaha I freakin love it!!! I think an Antares HG would fit you better....
John G reply :
On 6/14/2015 at 8:32 AM, JGBassinAL said:Hahahaha I freakin love it!!! I think an Antares HG would fit you better....
I agree!
CwBTx reply :
On 6/14/2015 at 8:37 AM, John G said:I agree!
you wanna sell it? I might wanna buy
John G reply :
On 6/14/2015 at 10:14 AM, CwBTx said:you wanna sell it? I might wanna buy
If my potential buyer doesn't want to buy it, I will let you know.
eha1988 reply :
New to the forum and all I can say is nice equipment everyone! I just purchase my first baitcast this year, (started fishing last year) and I love it. Buddy of mine recommened the Abu Garcia Veritas 2.0 7' MH and the Abu Garcia Revo SX 6.4:1 with 50# braided line. Loving it so far! Only problem is that he didn't really explain the gear ratios to me. Any change someone can clear that up for me? TIA!
Sea Salt reply :
My current setups-
*** *** paired with a Bass Pro Carbonlite
Shimano Curado I with a Bass Pro Carbonlite
Lews Speed Spool with an Abu Garcia Ike series rod
Jd_Phillips_Fishin reply :
On 6/18/2015 at 11:24 AM, eha1988 said:New to the forum and all I can say is nice equipment everyone! I just purchase my first baitcast this year, (started fishing last year) and I love it. Buddy of mine recommened the Abu Garcia Veritas 2.0 7' MH and the Abu Garcia Revo SX 6.4:1 with 50# braided line. Loving it so far! Only problem is that he didn't really explain the gear ratios to me. Any change someone can clear that up for me? TIA!
nocluefisher reply :
My stable. Revo s on vendetta
Curado I on Denali frog rod
Revo Sx on veritas
CHronarch 50e on cumara
Pflueger xt on Denali signature jerkbait/topwater
Shimano symetre on crucial dropshot rod
thehooligan reply :
Little Megabass bfs action...
kickerfish1 reply :
What pairing is that Matt? Any upgrades to the reel?
Tim S. reply :
On 6/21/2015 at 6:56 AM, kickerfish1 said:What pairing is that Matt? Any upgrades to the reel?
That's an IS63L with a MB IS Finesse spool. I will take a shot in the dark. The rod is a Destroyer Phase 3 Criffhanger....?
thehooligan reply :
On 6/21/2015 at 9:29 AM, Tim S. said:That's an IS63L with a MB IS Finesse spool. I will take a shot in the dark. The rod is a Destroyer Phase 3 Criffhanger....?
Tim is close, lol
Mb x7 super criffhanger, Mb IS71, hedgehog air bearings, MB carbon knobs with zpi bearings, and IS finesse spool.
Tim S. reply :
Couldn't see the reel seat, Matt- otherwise I would have known it was from the X7 line. Sweet set-up, no doubt!
BocaGrande reply :
My abu's. All 7ft. Far right is a winch with the orra winch reel. Mid is a micro guide with orra 2 sx. HAvent decided on a third reel yet
Crankinstein reply :
That's another amazing combo man, I love it!
ABW reply :
NRX has landed!! Ordered 6/20/15 and got it 6/25/15.
803C JWR
Don't worry Goose, I will be working on getting a fish with it later this evening...
Goose52 reply :
On 6/26/2015 at 12:28 AM, ABW said:NRX has landed!! Ordered 6/20/15 and got it 6/25/15.
803C JWR
Don't worry Goose, I will be working on getting a fish with it later this evening...
You beat me to it...I was going to post my usual "now you need a reel, line, and fish slime" comment...
My new NRX 852S will be arriving tomorrow. Thanks for the tip about the sale!
lmbfisherman reply :
On 6/26/2015 at 12:28 AM, ABW said:NRX has landed!! Ordered 6/20/15 and got it 6/25/15.
803C JWR
Don't worry Goose, I will be working on getting a fish with it later this evening...
Awesome! Have fun catching!!
I'm contemplating on purchasing either my first NRX or JDM reel. I have budget only enough for 1 right now, but this sure is making me lean towards a NRX.
JigMe reply :
On 6/21/2015 at 9:50 AM, thehooligan said:Tim is close, lol
Mb x7 super criffhanger, Mb IS71, hedgehog air bearings, MB carbon knobs with zpi bearings, and IS finesse spool.
d**n....when are you putting that up for sale? LOL
Diggy reply :
I expect epic pics after July 4th sales. I may have 1-2 more purchases in my future but the extreme heat probably wont allow me to fish them until January =/
kickerfish1 reply :
On 6/28/2015 at 4:16 AM, Diggy said:I expect epic pics after July 4th sales. I may have 1-2 more purchases in my future but the extreme heat probably wont allow me to fish them until January =/
Where are you fishing, the equator?
ABW reply :
2nd fish on the NRX was a dink. 1st was also. This rod is crazy sensitive....... I'm liking how this 803 handles 1/4 oz jigs.
kickerfish1 reply :
Nice, that should get the "Goose52" highest level of approval rating!
Rod in use - Check
Reel in use and spooled with line - Check
Fish slime - Check
Goose52 reply :
Small fish, big fish - they all have slime...
Congrats on getting the new rod on the water and catching fish...
rippin-lips reply :
Added some knobs to the finesse combo. Plus a 90mm tatula handle until I get a carbon one.
DirtyDeuceGoose reply :
That's awesome Adam
rippin-lips reply :
Thanks Goose. I'm not a big fan of red, but it works well on this reel.
*Hank reply :
On 6/30/2015 at 3:44 AM, rippin-lips said:Added some knobs to the finesse combo. Plus a 90mm tatula handle until I get a carbon one.
Looks good! 
Jrob78 reply :
I think that red looks clean af on that rod and reel.
kickerfish1 reply :
Goose52 won't like this but I am working on getting the approval rating. Spooling it up tommorow night and will be fishing it for a bit this weekend. Fish slime will depend upon a bit of luck and good fortune!
Joe H. reply :
New reel came in today Pretty similar to the Curado I. It's lighter and narrower but longer. I'm definitely a fan of the longer handle. Out of the box feels about as smooth as the Curado, should loosen up when I throw some line on it and catch some fish
Have it on an E6X for now: Bought it from Japan Lure Shop. Not bad for $260! Also thought it was nice they threw in a Fuji lure keeper as a "gift", which is perfect because I'm buying a Megabass rod for it.
kickerfish1 reply :
Very nice carpet, eh... Reels!
Joe H. reply :
On 7/1/2015 at 5:08 AM, kickerfish1 said:Very nice carpet, eh... Reels!
Thanks! Lol. It's actually pretty dirty It's an oriental rug, only open place I could find in the house that was soft enough for the reel!
John G reply :
On 7/1/2015 at 2:54 AM, Joe H. said:New reel came in today
Have it on an E6X for now:
Did you buy the Megabass rod from JLS? All they have ever given me is stickers. Stickers are cool but a hook keeper is cooler.
Joe H. reply :
No, rod is from TW. Ya only promotional items I've ever gotten have been stickers, I thought the hook keeper was awesome!On 7/1/2015 at 5:27 AM, John G said:Did you buy the Megabass rod from JLS? All they have ever given me is stickers. Stickers are cool but a hook keeper is cooler.
fisherrw reply :
Wow sweet reel!! I'm gonna get one soonOn 7/1/2015 at 2:54 AM, Joe H. said:New reel came in today
Have it on an E6X for now:
Joe H. reply :
Thanks! You'll enjoy it. I spooled mine with some 10 lb big game today, 1/4 ounce weight, berkley craw fatty. Set 4 brakes off 2 on. Someone on this forum mentioned casting this reel with no thumbing, it's true! Once I got it dialed in I was getting 30-35 yds distance no thumbing even at the end! Can't wait to see what it'll do with a 3/4 ounce rattletrap.On 7/2/2015 at 3:30 AM, fisherrw said:Wow sweet reel!! I'm gonna get one soon
bootytrain reply :
On 7/2/2015 at 3:40 AM, Joe H. said:Thanks! You'll enjoy it. I spooled mine with some 10 lb big game today, 1/4 ounce weight, berkley craw fatty. Set 4 brakes off 2 on. Someone on this forum mentioned casting this reel with no thumbing, it's true! Once I got it dialed in I was getting 30-35 yds distance no thumbing even at the end! Can't wait to see what it'll do with a 3/4 ounce rattletrap.
might have been me lol.. swap the red brakes for the white ones for extra distance
Diggy reply :
On 7/2/2015 at 5:50 AM, bootytrain said:might have been me lol.. swap the red brakes for the white ones for extra distance
I'll try that myself
EvanT123 reply :
My bank beating gear....
Rainshadow RX7 sj781 pfluger supreme
St croix avid 7'0 medium light fast and pfluger supreme
....and some fish slime
Hogsticker reply :
Looks like a good time to me Evan!
Diggy reply :
Revo Elite Aurora 64 Limited. The finish made me do it.
DirtyDeuceGoose reply :
I've always loved finishes like that. Nice pick up! May try and find one myself.
bootytrain reply :
Jrob78 reply :
On 7/7/2015 at 12:23 PM, bootytrain said:
On a Daiwa catalog, lol. I'll be interested to hear your opinion of the 2 reels side by side. How similar are they really?
bootytrain reply :
On 7/7/2015 at 12:42 PM, Jrob78 said:On a Daiwa catalog, lol. I'll be interested to hear your opinion of the 2 reels side by side. How similar are they really?
Ill be honest the Citica feels smoother because the knobs are more secure(no in and out play) and of course its brand new. In hand the Curado feels a fraction lighter. The Curado dragstar is anodized while the Citica looks to be painted(I could be wrong). The spools are almost identical in weight (16.5 grams vs 16.4 in the Curado) In the previous generations the spool weights were at least a gram apart which gave the Curado the edge in lighter weight lures. I do prefer the Curados color scheme though. If you are at BPS and had these 2 side by side IMO the Curado definitely looks nicer.
Hogsticker reply :
My custom 682 K2 
DirtyDeuceGoose reply :
Very nice custom stick. I like your handle choice, very clean build. Congrats.
dropshottah reply :
Those river smallies are gonna feel like goliath grouper
Jrob78 reply :
On 7/7/2015 at 6:21 PM, Hogsticker said:My custom 682 K2
Very nice build!
*Hank reply :
On 7/7/2015 at 12:23 PM, bootytrain said:
Nice!
I.rar reply :
How do you feel about the differences between the Citica and curado? Worth the price? I'm really considering one but I'm having a hard time convincing myself to try a reel with something other than the Vbs brakes.
bootytrain reply :
On 7/10/2015 at 8:14 PM, I.rar said:How do you feel about the differences between the Citica and curado? Worth the price? I'm really considering one but I'm having a hard time convincing myself to try a reel with something other than the Vbs brakes.
I haven't fished the citica yet but the spool weights are nearly identical so casting should be virtually the same and if that's the case then yes it would be worth the money. Give the new svs infinty brakes a try, they are definitely a step up from vbs.
I.rar reply :
On 7/11/2015 at 1:36 AM, bootytrain said:I haven't fished the citica yet but the spool weights are nearly identical so casting should be virtually the same and if that's the case then yes it would be worth the money. Give the new svs infinty brakes a try, they are definitely a step up from vbs.
OK thanks. Could you tell me how long the reel foot is or if it any larger than the e series?
bootytrain reply :
On 7/11/2015 at 2:37 AM, I.rar said:OK thanks. Could you tell me how long the reel foot is or if it any larger than the e series?
the only e series I have left is a Curado 50
Goose52 reply :
On 7/11/2015 at 2:37 AM, I.rar said:OK thanks. Could you tell me how long the reel foot is or if it any larger than the e series?
FWIW - The reel foot on a Curado I (well, the JDM Scorpion version) measures approx. 2.45" in length which is the same length as the foot on a Curado 200E7. Assuming the new Citica is on the same frame as a Curado I, then it would seem to be all samey-samey....
I.rar reply :
Ah, OK. Thanks guys. I was hoping this would fit in my fenwicks odd sized real seat but my 201 and 51e curados had enough room in there to wiggle around.
00 mod reply :
I.rar - I probably have the reels you are wanting measured. Which ones would you like to know the info on?
Jeff
bootytrain reply :
On 7/11/2015 at 5:38 AM, I.rar said:Ah, OK. Thanks guys. I was hoping this would fit in my fenwicks odd sized real seat but my 201 and 51e curados had enough room in there to wiggle around.
if you are talking about the elite tech smallmouth rods the rear portion of the reel seat is very wide so the reel can move around. I use tape on the rear portion of the reel foot to solve this.
I.rar reply :
That's the one. I've used small pieces of shrink wrap and prefer it over tape.
Diggy reply :
kickerfish1 reply :
Wow, even the matching braid! Not an Abu fan but that is a looker!
bootytrain reply :
On 7/11/2015 at 11:20 PM, Diggy said:Added a Jackson Trickster to coordinate. Looks so beautiful in person. I'll take better pics soon.
Super sick!
DirtyDeuceGoose reply :
Very nice
jkoz88 reply :
On 7/11/2015 at 11:20 PM, Diggy said:Added a Jackson Trickster to coordinate. Looks so beautiful in person. I'll take better pics soon.
Sick! Looks good
ABW reply :
On 6/29/2015 at 7:12 AM, Goose52 said:Small fish, big fish - they all have slime...
Congrats on getting the new rod on the water and catching fish...
Speaking of big fish....
this thing put up one heckuva fight. I have never caught a fish this big before. Didn't even know a cat like this existed in the small lake I fished.
The NRX handled it very nicely.
Hooked in the lip with one treble, on 14 lb line. Didn't even bend the hooks out!
kickerfish1 reply :
Guessing that is a big flathead? Nice surprise catch! Any idea on weight or length?
ABW reply :
On 7/15/2015 at 10:36 AM, kickerfish1 said:Guessing that is a big flathead? Nice surprise catch! Any idea on weight or length?
I assume so too. I am far from an expert on catfish... only have caught one of them other than that one. I did not get any measurements on it, unfortunately. Some of the people there said it was probably 30+ lbs.
Goose52 reply :
Now THAT'S the way to break in new tackle ! CONGRATS !!
thehooligan reply :
rippin-lips reply :
On 7/16/2015 at 1:27 AM, thehooligan said:
You sure don't waste any time.
Good looking reels.
bootytrain reply :
On 7/16/2015 at 1:27 AM, thehooligan said:
I'm tempted to pull the trigger on a hedgehog, what's your initial thoughts?
thehooligan reply :
I think it's daiwa/mb's best finesse reel. Looks awesome, love the 6:8 gear ratio, and plenty of spool options. Will most likely be adding purple sv spools to this and the IS
thehooligan reply :
Perfect match for the X7
Trey Harpel reply :
DId a Video instead of posting Pics...
I might be doing a complete Reel Arsenal video as well...
Diggy reply :
Zonda on endurance. It'll probably stay on here because the balance feels exceptional and it matches.
Diggy reply :
double post
ChrisWi reply :
that sucker is sexy.On 7/17/2015 at 9:11 AM, Diggy said:double post
rippin-lips reply :
On 7/17/2015 at 9:11 AM, Diggy said:Zonda on endurance. It'll probably stay on here because the balance feels exceptional and it matches.
That's the reason I love the Endurance series so much. Not only is it a great rod for the money, but it doesn't matter if a reel is 5.5oz or 7.9. It still balances so good.
kickerfish1 reply :
On 7/16/2015 at 1:27 AM, thehooligan said:
Nice additions Matt! What are your early impressions of Megabass reels over the numerous JDM Shimano and Daiwa reels you have tried. Do you think when it is over you will settle on your favorite, Shimano, Daiwa, and Megabass reels to form an impressive three headed monster?
Joe H. reply :
Finally got the met out with its new partner. No big fish but the dinks were chewing the jig:
Decided to put it on a megabass orochi xx emtf. Perfect 3/8 ounce jig combo. It's like they were made for each other:
kickerfish1 reply :
Very nice Joe H. That is one my favorite jig rods up to a 1/2 oz jig plus trailer. With that Met it is a perfect visual and performance compliment to the EMTF! Great photos!
Joe H. reply :
Thanks! I agree they match perfectly.On 7/17/2015 at 12:01 PM, kickerfish1 said:Very nice Joe H. That is one my favorite jig rods up to a 1/2 oz jig plus trailer. With that Met it is a perfect visual and performance compliment to the EMTF! Great photos!
Goose52 reply :
On 7/17/2015 at 11:50 AM, Joe H. said:Finally got the met out with its new partner. No big fish but the dinks were chewing the jig:
Decided to put it on a megabass orochi xx emtf. Perfect 3/8 ounce jig combo. It's like they were made for each other:
Line on the reel and fish slime - outstanding !
thehooligan reply :
Nice combo ^
Joe H. reply :
You got that right: I didn't get that smallie to pose like that without it jumping all over the rod and reel firstOn 7/17/2015 at 7:07 PM, Goose52 said:Line on the reel and fish slime - outstanding !
fisherrw reply :
On 7/17/2015 at 11:50 AM, Joe H. said:Finally got the met out with its new partner. No big fish but the dinks were chewing the jig:
Decided to put it on a megabass orochi xx emtf. Perfect 3/8 ounce jig combo. It's like they were made for each other:
WOW!!! love it im getting a metanium soon mabey i just found the right rod for it!!!!!!!
Joe H. reply :
Do it! It's not the lightest combo but the balance is great compared to Nrx 893 with the same reel. Very versatile as well. I've used it mostly with jigs and plastics but it handles swimbaits and even squarebills nicely. First combo I've had in a while that I have nothing but good things to say about... Can't wait for more time on the water with it.On 7/18/2015 at 2:29 AM, fisherrw said:WOW!!! love it im getting a metanium soon mabey i just found the right rod for it!!!!!!!
clh121787 reply :
Orochii xx extreme mission and perfect pitch
Joe H. reply :
On 7/18/2015 at 1:14 PM, clh121787 said:Orochii xx extreme mission and perfect pitch
Nice combos!
clh121787 reply :
I used to be loomified. Until these came along. Next will be the levetian. Now that's a stick!On 7/18/2015 at 2:46 PM, Joe H. said:Nice combos!
jdl2425 reply :
Joe H. reply :
Yep! The Leviathan is on my list as well.On 7/19/2015 at 6:50 AM, clh121787 said:I used to be loomified. Until these came along. Next will be the levetian. Now that's a stick!
Redlinerobert reply :
On 7/19/2015 at 9:46 AM, jdl2425 said:
My first JDM reel. Unfortunately it could use a new anti-reverse bearing but other than that I'm happy. Couldn't pass up the color scheme on it. Not sure why the pictures are showing up sideways.
Nice. It's all downhill from here.
thehooligan reply :
rippin-lips reply :
On 7/21/2015 at 10:05 PM, thehooligan said:
Is this the same reel, or did you get another one?
thehooligan reply :
Same IS with new sv105 spool.
rippin-lips reply :
I didn't think the spools were available yet. Great just what I needed haha
thehooligan reply :
On 7/22/2015 at 1:30 AM, rippin-lips said:I didn't think the spools were available yet. Great just what I needed haha
lol, yea jpangler and hedgehog have them...
rippin-lips reply :
Got a call about 30 minutes ago that my reel was finished being painted. Can't wait to get this TD-Z back together. It'll have 6:3.1 gears,Steez 100 spool, and boca abec 7's. Also scored a 90mm 100m handle for it. This should be a nice little caster. Maybe I'll stay up late and assemble it.
rippin-lips reply :
Well I had to get this thing back in one piece. I kept debating on having the handle color matched when it was there. I believe now it's together I'll have him paint it too. I have a pxr drag star for it but I'm liking the stock look for now. Maybe a 90mm carbon handle in the future.
Gone_Phishin reply :
On 7/21/2015 at 10:05 PM, thehooligan said:
Where is this one going...would look sick on a Phase III Destroyer or X7.
thehooligan reply :
Its on a super eiger x7.
Covers all my 1/8oz plastics and moving baits from 1/4-1/2oz
rippin-lips reply :
Outside in the sun.
kickerfish1 reply :
Sharp looking reel Ripp'n! Looks like the paint job is pretty similar to the original.
rippin-lips reply :
On 7/23/2015 at 1:34 AM, kickerfish1 said:Sharp looking reel Ripp'n! Looks like the paint job is pretty similar to the original.
Thanks. Yeah pretty close. A few shades darker with more metallic. He asked me what color and I told him I didn't care. Either some sort of metallic grey, or black. He said well here's a motorcycle tank I just painted, and walked me over to it. It wasn't cleared yet, but I liked the color so I said that'll work. Made it easier on him too.
Slipknot_Fan666 reply :
I know you guys have seen tons and tons of these, but I just go my first $150+ dollar reel and I have to show it off. Plan to maybe do a few mods to it later on.
tater555 reply :
Those tatulas are fine reels! I have two of them and to me they are perfect for anything over 1/4oz. I have tried alot of different reels from all the big manufacturers and daiwa really impressed me. The only reel I have that I like more than the tatula is my pixy px68, that is the smoothest reel I have ever had the pleasure of fishing.On 7/25/2015 at 4:10 AM, Slipknot_Fan666 said:I know you guys have seen tons and tons of these, but I just go my first $150+ dollar reel and I have to show it off. Plan to maybe do a few mods to it later on. 100_3275.JPG
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no39 reply :
This thread is an eye opener for me. It seems like I am the only one without pristine reels. Anyone else with some world-weary reels?
Slipknot_Fan666 reply :
On 7/25/2015 at 8:09 AM, tater555 said:Those tatulas are fine reels! I have two of them and to me they are perfect for anything over 1/4oz. I have tried alot of different reels from all the big manufacturers and daiwa really impressed me. The only reel I have that I like more than the tatula is my pixy px68, that is the smoothest reel I have ever had the pleasure of fishing.
Man, I just got back from fishing and all I have to say is WOW!!! I'm in love with this thing. Caught a small bass on it and it was smooth and consistent the whole time I was reeling him in. It casts far and I feel very accurate with it. I'm not using any brakes on it which I wasn't expecting to be able to do. Not to mention it looks amazing.
kickerfish1 reply :
Seem like you made a good choice with the standard Tatula. Outside of the weight and slightly larger frame there aren't any drawbacks really. Alot of performance for the money.
Slipknot_Fan666 reply :
On 7/25/2015 at 10:40 AM, kickerfish1 said:Seem like you made a good choice with the standard Tatula. Outside of the weight and slightly larger frame there aren't any drawbacks really. Alot of performance for the money.
I love it, man. It palms really well for me, but I have really large hands. I don't ever notice weight. I'm sure once I get to higher level reels I'll start noticing the difference, but right now, it doesn't bother me.
Fisherwr reply :
awesome combo!On 7/17/2015 at 11:50 AM, Joe H. said:Finally got the met out with its new partner. No big fish but the dinks were chewing the jig:
Decided to put it on a megabass orochi xx emtf. Perfect 3/8 ounce jig combo. It's like they were made for each other:
Last_Cast reply :
Oh once I get home ill post some stuff up!!!
buzzed bait reply :
First fish on the new rod came from the pond! Was supposed to be a dedicated crankbait rod, but the Dobyns Champion 703 Glass is SWEEEET with the bladed jigs!! This 2lb10ozer choked the black and blue rage blade on the fall. The combo didn't let me down as I felt the subtle "tick" of the line from the sensitivity of the rod and the 30lb power pro with 12lb invisx leader thrown on the curado 51e. The rod felt great while fighting the fish to the bank, plenty of backbone to set the hook too.
ccr425 reply :
My first Daiwa:
Zillion Type R
XX Perfect Pitch
Slipknot_Fan666 reply :
On 7/31/2015 at 10:10 AM, ccr425 said:My first Daiwa:
How do you like it? I think after I get a spinning setup for finesse, I'm gonna get a Zillion 7.3:1.
ccr425 reply :
It's definitely heavier than what I'm used to, but it's so smooth and pretty! Lol. Haven't used it enough to develop an opinion on performance.On 7/31/2015 at 10:21 AM, Slipknot_Fan666 said:How do you like it? I think after I get a spinning setup for finesse, I'm gonna get a Zillion 7.3:1.
kickerfish1 reply :
That is one of the best Zillions made and highly sought after. Nice pickup, and great choice on the rod too!
ccr425 reply :
On 7/31/2015 at 11:04 AM, kickerfish1 said:That is one of the best Zillions made and highly sought after. Nice pickup, and great choice on the rod too!
Thanks! I've been wanting one for a while, just couldn't get past the weight. I've been on the lightweight kick for the last year because of my wrists.
thehooligan reply :
Nice choice for your first Daiwa !!
ccr425 reply :
Thanks.
ABW reply :
Nothing too fancy here!
President 30X with the first gen *** 6'7" M... only costed me $90.
Got the fish slime on it too!!! Funny thing, this is the same fish I caught a week ago, but on the other side of the pond.
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*Hank reply :
On 8/1/2015 at 8:59 AM, ABW said:Nothing too fancy here!
President 30X with the first gen *** 6'7" M... only costed me $90.
Got the fish slime on it too!!! Funny thing, this is the same fish I caught a week ago, but on the other side of the pond.
Those Omens are great for the $$$! Nice fish ABW!
ccr425 reply :
I throw lighter jigs, t-rigs, weightless plastics, almost anything 1/4oz and lower with this rig.
Shimano 15 Aldebaron HG
Phenix K2 684 Custom
thehooligan reply :
^ Sweet combo !!
Hogsticker reply :
Very sweet indeed. Digging that handle.
ccr425 reply :
Thanks guys.
ccr425 reply :
A couple more of my favorites:
'13 Metanium/OrochiXX Tour Versatile
'13 Metanium/OrochiXX Extreme Mission Type F
microotter reply :
Those look so awesome. I really need to try some shimano casting reels.
Dypsis reply :
I've had the rod for a little over a week and rounded up some funds for the reel (which came in today). About to spool her up and go out tomorrow. Really looking forward to it!
Logan S reply :
Had all the rods out of the boat for respooling/re-rigging, lined up some of my favorites for a pic. I just got the Orochi recently, I have a feeling it will eventually turn into more but boat upgrades are keeping the tackle monkey at bay for now .
Something else that came through my tackle room recently, this is a wedding gift I got for a very good friend of mine who is a die-hard Abu guy...It was verrrrry hard to not just hold onto it and pick something off the registry . This thing is sweet!
kickerfish1 reply :
Some nice looking pieces in that photo!
Goose52 reply :
On 8/7/2015 at 6:30 AM, Stratos20SS said:Had all the rods out of the boat for respooling/re-rigging, lined up some of my favorites for a pic. I just got the Orochi recently, I have a feeling it will eventually turn into more but boat upgrades are keeping the tackle monkey at bay for now
Something else that came through my tackle room recently, this is a wedding gift I got for a very good friend of mine who is a die-hard Abu guy...It was verrrrry hard to not just hold onto it and pick something off the registry
Good stuff...
(I see that Carbonlite hiding behind the 1000XT... )
Logan S reply :
On 8/7/2015 at 7:05 AM, Goose52 said:Good stuff...
(I see that Carbonlite hiding behind the 1000XT...
I still love that 1st gen Carbonlite too ...The inside of that reel is basically identical to that Patriarch XT in the first photo, despite costing 1/2 the price at the time. Haven't used the newer ones, but those gold ones were great bargains.
ccr425 reply :
Good taste for sure.
bassbassontherange reply :
On 8/7/2015 at 6:30 AM, Stratos20SS said:Had all the rods out of the boat for respooling/re-rigging, lined up some of my favorites for a pic. I just got the Orochi recently, I have a feeling it will eventually turn into more but boat upgrades are keeping the tackle monkey at bay for now
Something else that came through my tackle room recently, this is a wedding gift I got for a very good friend of mine who is a die-hard Abu guy...It was verrrrry hard to not just hold onto it and pick something off the registry
Pretty freaking BA lineup. I'm jealous! I've been eyeing an Exsence. What can you tell me about that reel? How do you use it, and what does it compare to with regard to the rest of Shimano's lineup?
Slipknot_Fan666 reply :
On 8/7/2015 at 6:30 AM, Stratos20SS said:Had all the rods out of the boat for respooling/re-rigging, lined up some of my favorites for a pic. I just got the Orochi recently, I have a feeling it will eventually turn into more but boat upgrades are keeping the tackle monkey at bay for now
Something else that came through my tackle room recently, this is a wedding gift I got for a very good friend of mine who is a die-hard Abu guy...It was verrrrry hard to not just hold onto it and pick something off the registry
I'm not the biggest fan of Abu, but that is one of the most amazing looking reels I've ever seen. Where do you buy those JDM reels at? I may have to get one. How much does the shipping cost as well? I'll probably have to find a blacked out reel or black and purple to suit my style.
Cgrinder reply :
$300 ish right now. Shipping is like $15? Something like that. I know Japan Lure Shop has/had one.
Logan S reply :
On 8/8/2015 at 4:47 AM, Slipknot_Fan666 said:I'm not the biggest fan of Abu, but that is one of the most amazing looking reels I've ever seen. Where do you buy those JDM reels at? I may have to get one. How much does the shipping cost as well? I'll probably have to find a blacked out reel or black and purple to suit my style.
I've bought from Japan Lure Shop and JP Angler. Shipping is like $17ish and every package I've ordered has been at my house in 3 days. Exchange rate is in our favor and the retailers I've bought from have great service... Now is the time to buy from Japan . I'm actually pretty new to JDM tackle, just started this year, but it is much easier than I always thought it would be.
The Aurora was from JLS. It looks even better in person, a work of art for sure .
Logan S reply :
On 8/8/2015 at 4:34 AM, bassbassontherange said:Pretty freaking BA lineup. I'm jealous! I've been eyeing an Exsence. What can you tell me about that reel? How do you use it, and what does it compare to with regard to the rest of Shimano's lineup?
I love the Exsence, it's basically a Chronarch D-series with DC brakes and 8:1 gears. I use it for my open water jigs (3/8 or 1/2) and paired with the EMTF, it's perfect in that task...Bombs long casts and picks up line really fast. Despite the fast gears it still has a lot of power, no issues controlling a big fish. Even in 15 to 20 feet of water, when you set the hook and start cranking that fish's head will turn .
Performance-wise it really reminds me of the Chronarch D for obvious reasons, although in hand it feels a touch smoother. The DC brakes are great, I pretty much only use the Flouro mode and it works flawlessly. On a calm day there's not much difference in distance than a standard reel, but when casting into the wind it keeps the spool in check so that I don't need to use my thumb hardly at all...Less thumb = more distance, so when I'm sitting offshore in the wind I'm getting the same casts that I would if it were calm. It's a little on the heavy side, but I'm not a weight guy so I don't mind it.
I really enjoy using it, money well spent for me!
*Hank reply :
On 8/8/2015 at 4:34 AM, bassbassontherange said:Pretty freaking BA lineup. I'm jealous! I've been eyeing an Exsence. What can you tell me about that reel? How do you use it, and what does it compare to with regard to the rest of Shimano's lineup?
I would like to know also...Great lineup for sure!
bootytrain reply :
On 8/9/2015 at 11:56 AM, *Hank said:I would like to know also...Great lineup for sure!
Its actually a reel for targeting sea bass so its saltwater safe. Its super smooth, casts really far with minimal backlash. Think of a murdered out Chronarch D with DC brakes(2nd best DC brakes IMO) X-Ship, and a high gear ratio. Its got a special night time brake setting where you don't even have to thumb the spool on touch down since you cant see the lure hit the water. A lot of guys on TT use it for Frogging. It is heavier than most reels these days at 8.5 oz but the weight doesn't bother me. For what they can be had for now its the best reel value bar NONE.
*Hank reply :
On 8/9/2015 at 12:06 PM, bootytrain said:Its actually a reel for targeting sea bass so its saltwater safe. Its super smooth, casts really far with minimal backlash. Think of a murdered out Chronarch D with DC brakes(2nd best DC brakes IMO) X-Ship, and a high gear ratio. Its got a special night time brake setting where you don't even have to thumb the spool on touch down since you cant see the lure hit the water. A lot of guys on TT use it for Frogging. It is heavier than most reels these days at 8.5 oz but the weight doesn't bother me. For what they can be had for now its the best reel value bar NONE.
That's awesome!
Hogsticker reply :
Still working on some side by side comparison work. Both low gear ratio, both great little reels!
SS SV / Alphas SV
thehooligan reply :
Nice reels Mark
John G reply :
On 8/7/2015 at 6:30 AM, Stratos20SS said:Something else that came through my tackle room recently, this is a wedding gift I got for a very good friend of mine who is a die-hard Abu guy...It was verrrrry hard to not just hold onto it and pick something off the registry
You are a better friend than me. I would either keep that one or buy another one for myself.
illinifan4152 reply :
Hard work pays off. Finally have upgraded my arsenal within my budget!!! not too shabby if I say so myself for a 23 year old...
FinCulture reply :
On 12/3/2009 at 10:51 PM, RWSCHMITZ said:HERE IS MY
I think I got that beat!
ChrisWi reply :
have you fishes the *** gen 2 yet?On 8/17/2015 at 9:19 AM, illinifan4152 said:Hard work pays off. Finally have upgraded my arsenal within my budget!!! not too shabby if I say so myself for a 23 year old...
illinifan4152 reply :
On 8/17/2015 at 1:09 PM, ChrisWi said:have you fishes the *** gen 2 yet?
Not yet, got it though the a warranty flame at the beginning of the the month but haven't got a chance to get out. I will be fishing erie Friday and sat so I will put that new drop shot rod to the test!
ChrisWi reply :
alright sweet! Give us a review! I'm thinking about that or going custom!On 8/17/2015 at 4:37 PM, illinifan4152 said:Not yet, got it though the a warranty flame at the beginning of the the month but haven't got a chance to get out. I will be fishing erie Friday and sat so I will put that new drop shot rod to the test!
illinifan4152 reply :
Will do!
Bruceallmgty reply :
Here is mine. 
Pflueger supreme xt with st. Crois mojo bass spinner bait model
rippin-lips reply :
Some spool candy arrived for my Zonda today.
tater555 reply :
On 8/18/2015 at 4:08 AM, rippin-lips said:Some spool candy arrived for my Zonda today.
That looks awesome!
DirtyDeuceGoose reply :
On 8/18/2015 at 4:08 AM, rippin-lips said:Some spool candy arrived for my Zonda today.
That is wicked man.
Diggy reply :
rippin-lips reply :
^^^ I just ordered a 6'7 med today to use for something.
Goose52 reply :
On 8/19/2015 at 1:23 AM, Diggy said:
Looks good !
I never heard of the "NEWO" brand rods.........................
Diggy reply :
On 8/19/2015 at 6:46 AM, Goose52 said:Looks good !
I never heard of the "NEWO" brand rods.........................
Thanks. I was hoodwinked! Ill probably swap another reel onto it. I had that with me at work.
buzzed bait reply :
On 8/19/2015 at 1:23 AM, Diggy said:
man i am digging that full cork handle!! not that i dislike the handle on my gen 1, but am slowly leaning toward the full handles. May have to find me a good deal on a gen 2 and give them a shot! Not to mention *** has a stellar customer service group.
kickerfish1 reply :
Finally finished up a reel I have been working on modifying for a while now. Just picked up an SV spool for it and it may just be one of the most impressive reels I have used. Paired with a DX 703.
thehooligan reply :
Nice reel ^
kickerfish1 reply :
On 8/21/2015 at 8:20 AM, thehooligan said:Nice reel ^
Thanks for the kind words Matt! I was thrilled when I spooled it completely with a 14 oz practice plug while testing it. When I am able to fish it I will probably run 10# sniper on it.
ccr425 reply :
My newest rig:
Orochi XX Perfect Pitch
Shimano Core 100 mgFV
buzzed bait reply :
^^ that is one purdy reel!!!
rippin-lips reply :
Ups just delivered my 6'7 M/F *** black 2. I brought my Alphas SV to work so I could get a feel for it.
They pair well cosmetically and functionally. The balance is great and it should make a good jerkbait rod. Also squarebills and weightless plastics. It's a $100 rod so I understand not to have super high expectations.
I'd like to see...
Drop shot style hook keeper
Smaller guide train
Less epoxy on thread wraps
I really like the evolve reel seat and the full handle. It seems to put together with decent cork. Not a terrible amount of filler used.
Jrob78 reply :
On 8/22/2015 at 2:55 AM, rippin-lips said:Ups just delivered my 6'7 M/F *** black 2. I brought my Alphas SV to work so I could get a feel for it.
They pair well cosmetically and functionally. The balance is great and it should make a good jerkbait rod. Also squarebills and weightless plastics. It's a $100 rod so I understand not to have super high expectations.
I'd like to see...
Drop shot style hook keeper
Smaller guide train
Less epoxy on thread wraps
I really like the evolve reel seat and the full handle. It seems to put together with decent cork. Not a terrible amount of filler used.
Nice, that new *** looks 1000% better than the first one.
Lendiesel22 reply :
Thats sweet diggy. I love my gen 2 with my curado on it.
BradGuenette reply :
newest addition
travis23 reply :
My Steez LTD SV showed up yesterday!! I only got about 10 minutes with it in the yard, but it is sweet!
ccr425 reply :
That's a sweet looking setup! I've been thinking about trying that reel for a while. Congrats!
I.rar reply :
New handle came in the other day and I had to take a crappy picture. I'm liking these Winn grips but wonder if I should of gone with cork....
Still need to get rid of that plastic drag star for a curado 200e star, add some carbontex and air bfs bearings. Then I think I'll be done with this one.
rippin-lips reply :
On 8/23/2015 at 3:10 AM, I.rar said:
New handle came in the other day and I had to take a crappy picture. I'm liking these Winn grips but wonder if I should of gone with cork....
Still need to get rid of that plastic drag star for a curado 200e star, add some carbontex and air bfs bearings. Then I think I'll be done with this one.
I have a core 51 drag star that'll fit it. It's yours $25 tyd.
I.rar reply :
Im set on the silver curado star unless hawgtech or hedgehog has a sale on one of theirs. Thanks anyways
travis23 reply :
On 8/23/2015 at 2:50 AM, ccr425 said:That's a sweet looking setup! I've been thinking about trying that reel for a while. Congrats!
I'm happy with it. I've wanted a Steez for a long time and I'm glad I was able to buy one. I haven't been able to do much fishing the past couple of months, but I have a tournament next Saturday to test it out.
dam0007 reply :
On 8/1/2015 at 8:59 AM, ABW said:Nothing too fancy here!
President 30X with the first gen *** 6'7" M... only costed me $90.
Got the fish slime on it too!!! Funny thing, this is the same fish I caught a week ago, but on the other side of the pond.
Haha... That gap in the reel seat I noticed that too on mine with all non shimano reels. It's like the foot on the reel is oversized on every brand for that rod.
ccr425 reply :
Thank you. My local tackle shop had it and gave me a great deal on it. It worked out great for me since I just got into pitching plastics.On 8/21/2015 at 10:00 PM, buzzed bait said:^^ that is one purdy reel!!!
I.rar reply :
Boonie Vang reply :
On 8/3/2015 at 11:30 AM, ccr425 said:I throw lighter jigs, t-rigs, weightless plastics, almost anything 1/4oz and lower with this rig.
Sweet reel
Shimano 15 Aldebaron HG
Phenix K2 684 Custom
bootytrain reply :
Better late than never... Chronarch CI4, the best looking reel available IMO.
thehooligan reply :
Dypsis reply :
^^^. Sweet combo man!
kickerfish1 reply :
On 8/27/2015 at 3:26 AM, thehooligan said:
Order has been restored! Shimanos are back!
rippin-lips reply :
On 8/27/2015 at 3:26 AM, thehooligan said:
You didn't last very long on the megabass kick.
JGBassinAL reply :
About that time! Got a Met XG and Alde HG on the way, will post pics when I get them in!
poisonokie reply :
some people hate on it, but I actually like the unpainted zaion finish on the T3B. I wish they would've made the side plate match, but at least it matches the drag star. I got it to better balance my glass tatula and it worked out great. Sweet setup. And since I got an sv1000 spool for my T3, the 1016 found a home in this reel. Now my t3 is freed up for a dedicated BFS setup. Bye bye, spinning reel!
Hogsticker reply :
poisonokie - I have a lefty T3 Mx with 1016 spool and some other goodies for sale at a smoking price if you're interested in adding to the stable.
Cgrinder reply :
Nice shot of a couple combos at the lake today. Met HG on a Zodias H, Chronarch Ci4+ HG on an NRX 853c, and Zillion on a Flat Side Special.
bootytrain reply :
On 8/28/2015 at 11:24 AM, Cgrinder said:
Nice shot of a couple combos at the lake today. Met HG on a Zodias H, Chronarch Ci4+ HG on an NRX 853c, and Zillion on a Flat Side Special.
Sweet combos.. I just got a Zodias 7'2H and have the Chronarch mounted on it, going to use it for 10 inch Jackal Flickshakes and see how it goes.
John G reply :
On 8/27/2015 at 3:26 AM, thehooligan said:
I will have the money for that rod very soon. My only problem is convincing myself that spending $600 on a rod is a sane thing to do. I keep telling myself that we only live on Earth once and I can't take my fun money with me and as long my bills are paid, I might as well get the best bass rod that Shimano makes so we'll see.
Hogsticker reply :
^^ I see no problem with your theory. If you can afford it, why not. Like ya said, you can't take it with you when you leave.
rippin-lips reply :
That's how I view life. If my bills are paid then why not put a smile on my face by buying something I will enjoy. I could die on my way home this evening from work.
I.rar reply :
My travel/beater rig. A bit heavy compared to my bfs but it definitely gets the job done.
*Hank reply :
JGBassinAL reply :
New Met XG and Aldebaran HG, gonna give em a good workout this weekend!
DirtyDeuceGoose reply :
Nice handle on that Met. Love my Hawgtechs.
RiverDave reply :
On 8/29/2015 at 1:48 AM, rippin-lips said:That's how I view life. If my bills are paid then why not put a smile on my face by buying something I will enjoy. I could die on my way home this evening from work.
Or I could die once I got home from the store.
Interesting choice. Either way, I should stop and fish first.
thehooligan reply :
Conquest # 8, this ones not leaving the arsenal 
kickerfish1 reply :
Good call Matt! I know that was one of your favorite reels. Looks like it is in good shape too.
thehooligan reply :
On 9/5/2015 at 12:19 AM, kickerfish1 said:Good call Matt! I know that was one of your favorite reels. Looks like it is in good shape too.
Thanks man. Its pretty much mint. Out of the 7 cq's i had before this, the only one i didnt regret selling was my 14' 101. The older 50/51s are the best
IAY reply :
On 9/5/2015 at 1:09 AM, thehooligan said:Thanks man. Its pretty much mint. Out of the 7 cq's i had before this, the only one i didnt regret selling was my 14' 101. The older 50/51s are the best
What's up with your hate on SVS Infinity reels 
thehooligan reply :
On 9/5/2015 at 7:37 AM, IAY said:What's up with your hate on SVS Infinity reels
Haha, no hate. Just prefer the older shimanos. Same with daiwa, give me the classics...
hzzhangc reply :
Caught this monster on a senko
kickerfish1 reply :
Added Another TDZ 100m. Need to determine what rod to pair it with.
Jrob78 reply :
On 9/6/2015 at 11:00 AM, kickerfish1 said:Added Another TDZ 100m. Need to determine what rod to pair it with.
That reel looks barely used!
kickerfish1 reply :
Thanks Jrob! The reel has been used but not abused. That happens to be its "good side". It has a few marks on the top of it and a few on the side plate. Overall not too bad. It is going to need to be serviced. I will toss in some carbontex washers, bearings, faster gears, and a new handle and knobs.
Jrob78 reply :
On 9/6/2015 at 11:48 AM, kickerfish1 said:Thanks Jrob! The reel has been used but not abused. That happens to be its "good side". It has a few marks on the top of it and a few on the side plate. Overall not too bad. It is going to need to be serviced. I will toss in some carbontex washers, bearings, faster gears, and a new handle and knobs.
Very nice!
poisonokie reply :
On 8/30/2015 at 9:23 AM, *Hank said:
That's a nice rod, huh? It is an awesome worm/jig rod if you use braided line. I smack em down left and right with that bad boy.
poisonokie reply :
On 9/6/2015 at 10:28 AM, hzzhangc said:Caught this monster on a senko
get a load of this.
Zimobass reply :
That gives a new meaning to "frogging"
THE_Vue's reply :
Pick up a Majorcraft Skyroad 9' light for castinig spoons, darter heads/plastic.
kickerfish1 reply :
A few new reels. Bought the TDZ 100m used but the Alphas SV and Exscence DC new. Both of the new reels arrived today. Hoping to try them soon. Spooled them up with line now to add "fish slime" And for all the color coordinators out there everything matches!
DirtyDeuceGoose reply :
Which XX model is the TD Z riding on?
kickerfish1 reply :
On 9/12/2015 at 7:21 PM, DirtyDeuceGoose said:Which XX model is the TD Z riding on?
Currently on the EMTF.
offsidewing reply :
Ok, here's what I've got top to bottom.
St Croix Avid X 70MF with Metanium XG
St Croix Avid X 70MHF with Metanium DC XG
St Croix LTB 68MXF with Plueger Supreme XT
St Croix Legend Xtreme 610MLXF with Shimano Stella C2500HGS
John M. reply :
Curado 200G5 _ GLX 845c MHM CBR = Crankbaits
Citica 200G5 _ Avid 6'6" MHM Crankbait = Squarebills
T3 Ballistic _ Avid 6'6" MHF = All around setup
Pixy SPR _ Phoenix 6'8" Light = Ned rigs, small plugs
Tatula Type R _ G. Loomis M 6'3" Spinnerbait model = Spinnerbaits and buzzbaits
Zillion TWS _ GL2 MF 7'0" = Wacky rigs
*** _ *** Black HF 7'3" = Texas Rigs
Tatula _ Fury 735c = Frogs
BPS Tourney _ BPS Tourney Special 6'8" = Backup pitching
Tatula Type R(not pictured) _ Fury 734c = Pitching
President 6925 _ Premier 7'0" UL = Panfish
Backup spinning setup
Still shopping for a Jerkbait and a Shakyhead combo.
Cgrinder reply :
Completed the '12 Antares, '13 Metanium, and '14 Conquest trinity. Shimano makes a nice reel. Not sure what it's going to ride yet.
Goose52 reply :
On 9/19/2015 at 12:25 AM, Cgrinder said:
You collected an outstanding trio !
Cgrinder reply :
On 9/19/2015 at 2:46 AM, Goose52 said:You collected an outstanding trio !
Thanks Goose. What do you use your Antares '12 for?
Goose52 reply :
On 9/19/2015 at 4:42 AM, Cgrinder said:Thanks Goose. What do you use your Antares '12 for?
It's the standard Antares - 5.6:1 ratio (26IPT). I have it on a St. Croix MH-Mod cranking rod and mostly use it for shallow to mid-depth cranks from 3/8 to 3/4 ounce. It's good for lipless cranks as well.
Smooooooth...!
dwong reply :
In love with this setup.
kickerfish1 reply :
Picture is kind of blurry... must be a sasquatch in the background.
dwong reply :
Here's another equally blurry pic
John G reply :
I have always wondered if mixing Shimano and Megabass was the right thing to do and I am still undecided on it but right or wrong, your combo looks great.
dwong reply :
Don't know either! But it feels so right. Thanks man.
thehooligan reply :
Nice combo, bfs xg feels really good on the megabass bfs rods
thehooligan reply :
kickerfish1 reply :
Everything looks sharp Matt! Well done sir.
John G reply :
Aldebaran Mg7 and Poison Glorious combos. At the top is a PG164L Multirole and at the bottom is a PG168L Long Distance.
kickerfish1 reply :
Well done on those John! Ever tried the Poison Ultima?
dwong reply :
Lotta nice shimanos on this page! Sweet rods all around too
thehooligan how do you like those zpi knobs? I'm debating between those and some black avail wood knobs. Would love something with a similar shape but with EVA foam.
John G reply :
On 9/22/2015 at 6:30 AM, kickerfish1 said:Well done on those John! Ever tried the Poison Ultima?
Thank you!
No. The Poison Ultima was supposed to be next on my buy list but I wanted to get the PG Multirole while Samurai Tackle had it in stock. I am now saving for a PG Hardbait Finesse or the Poison Ultima 162L-S and if a Hardbait Finesse doesn't turn up, then I will get the Ultima. The Hooligan has the PU 162L-S.
John G reply :
On 9/22/2015 at 6:47 AM, dwong said:Lotta nice shimanos on this page! Sweet rods all around too
thehooligan how do you like those zpi knobs? I'm debating between those and some black avail wood knobs. Would love something with a similar shape but with EVA foam.
I have a set of those knobs on the way from Shimreels and if I like them, I will be buying more. I hope they feel as good as they look.
kickerfish1 reply :
On 9/22/2015 at 6:50 AM, John G said:Thank you!
No. The Poison Ultima was supposed to be next on my buy list but I wanted to get the PG Multirole while Samurai Tackle had it in stock. I am now saving for a PG Hardbait Finesse or the Poison Ultima 162L-S and if a Hardbait Finesse doesn't turn up, then I will get the Ultima. The Hooligan has the PU 162L-S.
Thank you. I am going back and forth on several rods to pair with an Alphas SV. I don't want a true BFS for but something that is versatile for lighter baits in the 1/8 to 3/8 is range. Considering a 2 powered NRX like the 802 or 842. I am early in the rod hunting process so I have some time...
John G reply :
On 9/22/2015 at 7:06 AM, kickerfish1 said:Thank you. I am going back and forth on several rods to pair with an Alphas SV. I don't want a true BFS for but something that is versatile for lighter baits in the 1/8 to 3/8 is range. Considering a 2 powered NRX like the 802 or 842. I am early in the rod hunting process so I have some time...
The 802 is a sweet stick and would probably be just what you are looking for but I would not use a 3/8oz weight. When I had mine, I used a 1/4oz bullet weight + a smaller soft plastic like a Trick Worm or a 3/16oz Finesse Jig + trailer or an unweighted Super Fluke and they handled those weights with no issues.
thehooligan reply :
On 9/22/2015 at 6:47 AM, dwong said:Lotta nice shimanos on this page! Sweet rods all around too
thehooligan how do you like those zpi knobs? I'm debating between those and some black avail wood knobs. Would love something with a similar shape but with EVA foam.
I really like them. I prefer the lighter small profile knobs on my bfs reels.
thehooligan reply :
On 9/22/2015 at 6:12 AM, John G said:Aldebaran Mg7 and Poison Glorious combos. At the top is a PG164L Multirole and at the bottom is a PG168L Long Distance.
Beautiful rods John !!. It's all down hill from here once you get into the jdm rod game... The pg's are awesome rods and I will always regret selling mine, lol.
John G reply :
On 9/22/2015 at 8:02 AM, thehooligan said:Beautiful rods John !!. It's all down hill from here once you get into the jdm rod game... The pg's are awesome rods and I will always regret selling mine, lol.
Thank you Matt
I am sure that you would agree that pics do not do the Poison Glorious justice. It was love at first sight when I opened the box and pulled it out. It is all down here from here. I thought that buying JDM reels was great but the JDM rods take it to a whole new level.
John G reply :
Not an expensive combo but they look great and I have not seen them anywhere but on Samurai Tackle's website.
Fuji Premium Hookkeepers.
Gold and Black and Gold. They also have silver.
thehooligan reply :
On 9/22/2015 at 8:05 AM, John G said:Thank you Matt
I am sure that you would agree that pics do not do the Poison Glorious justice. It was love at first sight when I opened the box and pulled it out. It is all down here from here. I thought that buying JDM reels was great but the JDM rods take it to a whole new level.
Definitely, the pg was my first high end jdm rod over my cumulus & cumara's. I also remember how nice it was opening it up. The attention to detail is second to none. Only thing else is the Ultima, megabass, and evergreen...
thehooligan reply :
On 9/22/2015 at 8:08 AM, John G said:Not an expensive combo but they look great and I have not seen them anywhere but on Samurai Tackle's website.
Fuji Premium Hookkeepers.
Gold and Black and Gold. They also have silver.
Nice, I need one of those for the Ultima...
thehooligan reply :
On 9/22/2015 at 7:06 AM, kickerfish1 said:Thank you. I am going back and forth on several rods to pair with an Alphas SV. I don't want a true BFS for but something that is versatile for lighter baits in the 1/8 to 3/8 is range. Considering a 2 powered NRX like the 802 or 842. I am early in the rod hunting process so I have some time...
Megabass super eiger or 802c would be my choice
IAY reply :
You guys are worried about putting Shimano on Megabass?
Balance point
bass raider reply :
nooooo!!!! It's a wonder that the rod or reel hasn't self-destructed yet. LolOn 9/22/2015 at 8:18 AM, IAY said:You guys are worried about putting Shimano on Megabass?
Balance point
John G reply :
On 9/22/2015 at 8:13 AM, thehooligan said:Nice, I need one of those for the Ultima...
I was thinking the same thing.
byram bassturd reply :
On 9/22/2015 at 6:12 AM, John G said:Aldebaran Mg7 and Poison Glorious combos. At the top is a PG164L Multirole and at the bottom is a PG168L Long Distance.
Stunning combos for sure!! I'm sure they feel even better out on the water! Please give a report when able!
John G reply :
On 9/22/2015 at 11:12 AM, byram bassturd said:Stunning combos for sure!! I'm sure they feel even better out on the water! Please give a report when able!
Thanks and it will be my pleasure to give a full report if I can get motivated to go fishing. LOL
byram bassturd reply :
I have never really posted my gear before but thought to myself that since I enjoy looking at other people's stuff, you guys might like looking at mine. BFS setups. Megabass F2-6ti/IS71HL Ito 25th with honeycomb spool and Evergreen TKDC-66Manother site/'Pixzilla' with ZPI CP301 spool.
byram bassturd reply :
Pics
byram bassturd reply :
pics to come when i can dowmsize. sorry for the tease!
kickerfish1 reply :
Try using Tinypic and select the message board size.
Cgrinder reply :
Pm me the pics and I'll upload them if you're having issues.
byram bassturd reply :
On 9/23/2015 at 1:51 AM, kickerfish1 said:Try using Tinypic and select the message board size.
thanks for the suggestion!
byram bassturd reply :
On 9/23/2015 at 3:00 AM, Cgrinder said:Pm me the pics and I'll upload them if you're having issues.
I'll follow Cgrinder's advice when I get home tonight and then PM you if I fail miserably. Thanks!
jbarnard reply :
the only picture i have is of my flipping setup it is a shimano curado i series 200hg on a dobyns ghost series extra heavy with 80lb sufix braid. now here are some of my other combos ill add pics when i can. 1.shimano g7 curado on a skeet reese 7' 2'' med action i use it for jerkbaits and spinnerbaits. 2 shimano curado 200 hg on a shimano 7' med heavy clarus with 17 lb floro i use it for fishing around shallow cover its usually got a jig or creature bait on it. 3. abu 5600 bcx on a 7' med heavy rod with 12 lb floro for deep divers. 4.abu garcia orra 2 sx on a 7' med heavy with 14lb floro. .5 quantum kinetic pt on a 6'9'' med heavy vengeance with 15lb co polymer for casting jigs and worms. 6.a shimano sienna on a 6'6'' clarus with 8 lb floro its my finesse rig. .7 is a h20 express menace on a 6.6 torsion med/heavy with 14lb test its a loan out rig for friends that can use a baitcaster but that i dont trust with my gear.8. same purpose as #7 it is a quantum lonestar on a allstar 6.6 med/heavy with 12lb floro.
byram bassturd reply :
second attempt
kickerfish1 reply :
Looks good to me Bryam! Good choices all around.
buzzed bait reply :
i wouldn't let Goose down and not have the proper criteria for the photo.... reel, line, rod, fish.
it's a new to me rod. st croix legend xtreme 6'8" MXF paired up with the patriarch 30 size.
i was fishing the wacky rig senko with it on sunday and i really like it.
Goose52 reply :
On 9/23/2015 at 11:47 AM, buzzed bait said:i wouldn't let Goose down and not have the proper criteria for the photo.... reel, line, rod, fish.
it's a new to me rod. st croix legend xtreme 6'8" MXF paired up with the patriarch 30 size.
i was fishing the wacky rig senko with it on sunday and i really like it.
Now THAT'S how to "show off your stuff"...
byram bassturd reply :
Spinning setups. F1-66ZKS/Vanquish C2000HGS, F3-610DGS/Vanquish C25000HGS, NRX 822SYR/Certate 2000.
thehooligan reply :
Got a nice one today...
byram bassturd reply :
nice! must've felt great on that setup.
Goose52 reply :
On 9/25/2015 at 6:34 AM, thehooligan said:Got a nice one today...
Checklist complete:
- Rod
- Reel
- Line
- Bass...
kickerfish1 reply :
Nice catch Matt! It seems like it earns Goose52's highest approval rating as well!
DirtyDeuceGoose reply :
Nice fish Matt
thehooligan reply :
Thanks guys, 4lb yozuri hybrid is flatout my favorite finesse line.
roadwarrior reply :
Nice fish!
I'm a BIG fan of Yo-Zuri Hybrid #4, too.
rippin-lips reply :
New spool arrived this morning. Then I figured why stop there.
Cgrinder reply :
On 9/26/2015 at 1:35 AM, rippin-lips said:New spool arrived this morning. Then I figured why stop there.
Mmm. Matchy matchy.
DirtyDeuceGoose reply :
Adam is that the RCS 1012 for T3s and the like?
byram bassturd reply :
On 9/26/2015 at 4:20 AM, DirtyDeuceGoose said:Adam is that the RCS 1012 for T3s and the like?
Looks like the SV 105 spool.
rippin-lips reply :
On 9/26/2015 at 4:20 AM, DirtyDeuceGoose said:Adam is that the RCS 1012 for T3s and the like?
Yes, it's the 1012 SV
I have the Alphas SV 105 spool in my Zonda 68. It woke that reel up a lot.
DirtyDeuceGoose reply :
Awesome, thanks for taking the plunge and seeing if it fit.
rippin-lips reply :
On 9/26/2015 at 8:02 AM, DirtyDeuceGoose said:Awesome, thanks for taking the plunge and seeing if it fit.
I figured if it said it fit the T3 and the 1000SV spool fits, then it should work.
Maico1 reply :
First time out with my BFS setup which had a Megabass Zero Hurry attached to it yielded this little brown critter......Matt it is a very sweet little rod with the Alde BFS XG Limited mounted on it .....Looks great too!!
Maico1 reply :
One more...
*Hootie reply :
On 9/22/2015 at 11:38 AM, John G said:Thanks and it will be my pleasure to give a full report if I can get motivated to go fishing. LOL
John, you got all this fantastic gear, and you have to get motivated to go fishing? I would have to get motivated to go home...lol.
Hootie
John G reply :
On 9/26/2015 at 8:24 PM, *Hootie said:John, you got all this fantastic gear, and you have to get motivated to go fishing? I would have to get motivated to go home...lol.
Hootie
The places that I fish at suck so getting motivated to go is sometimes hard to do. I will definitely say that I have been much more of a Tackle Junky lately than a fisherman but that's ok with me.
poisonokie reply :
thehooligan reply :
Nice smallies Mike, need a pic of that combo !!
Maico1 reply :
Here you go Matt........
Maico1 reply :
The rest of the story.....
Maico1 reply :
tater555 reply :
These two reels are my babies, and I don't know if I could ever let them go. First is a custom painted zillion 100sha with a hawgtech 102mm handle, wormshaft bearing upgrade, Boca orange seals, zillion coastal spool, shimano septum knobs, carbontex drags, and blue accents mounted on a 6'6" HXF Daiko karisma stick. Second is a stock px68 mounted on a 6'10" m-f elite tech smallmouth, awesome setup for light Texas rigs and weightless plastics.
bootytrain reply :
On 9/28/2015 at 7:51 AM, Maico1 said:
Love that combo! My XG Limited is on the shelf awaiting it's bfs rod to come in from Japan.
thehooligan reply :
Very nice
Big C reply :
What lure is in that fish's mouth?
Maico1 reply :
On 9/29/2015 at 8:50 AM, Big C said:
What lure is in that fish's mouth?
It is a Megabass Zero Hurry..........https://translate.google.com/translate?hl=en&sl=ja&u=http://www.megabass.co.jp/site/products/zero-hurry/&prev=search
kickerfish1 reply :
Finally got this TDZ 100m aquistion figured out for the time being. Sticking it on a Kistler Helium 3. I will get some outfit photos up later and some photos of the reel in better light.
EvanT123 reply :
John G reply :
Are those knobs black or gunmetal? I bought gunmetal knobs because I did not think that they made black but your knobs look darker than mine.On 9/4/2015 at 10:35 PM, thehooligan said:Conquest # 8, this ones not leaving the arsenal
thehooligan reply :
Yea there dark black. There the older zpi knobs. I had the gunmetal knobs on my bfs xg. They look good on alot of reels, pretty nuetral color. Look real nice on the alde mg7.
dwong reply :
This combo has me playing favorites. Need more steezs in my life.
*Hootie reply :
Should have posted this here.
Didn't take a week. New JDM Shimano Scorpion XT 1500.
I put line on before the photo so Goose wouldn't yell at me...lol.
Sorry for the lousy photos.
Hootie
Goose52 reply :
On 10/7/2015 at 6:04 PM, *Hootie said:Should have posted this here.
Didn't take a week. New JDM Shimano Scorpion XT 1500.
I put line on before the photo so Goose wouldn't yell at me...lol.
Sorry for the lousy photos.
Hootie
Yup - now you just need to add some fish slime...
Logan S reply :
Spent essentially 4 straight days throwing a jerkbait for a tournament last weekend...This combo is so good for jerkbait fishing it makes it even more fun. We had 20-30mph winds, heavy rain, and temps in the upper 30's/low 40's for the entire tournament, so I took very few pictures...But but the few I did take turned into some fish/rod/reel show-off pics . (Those jumbo perch were disappointing during the tournament, but fun at least).
MCS reply :
On 10/7/2015 at 6:04 PM, *Hootie said:Should have posted this here.
Didn't take a week. New JDM Shimano Scorpion XT 1500.
I put line on before the photo so Goose wouldn't yell at me...lol.
Sorry for the lousy photos.
Hootie
I just got a 1500-7 a few weeks ago myself. I gotta say this thing slings a 3/8 to 1/2 bait a mile! Loving it, I'm sure you will love it too.
On 10/7/2015 at 10:51 PM, Stratos20SS said:
Spent essentially 4 straight days throwing a jerkbait for a tournament last weekend...This combo is so good for jerkbait fishing it makes it even more fun. We had 20-30mph winds, heavy rain, and temps in the upper 30's/low 40's for the entire tournament, so I took very few pictures...But but the few I did take turned into some fish/rod/reel show-off pics
Scorpion 1000XTCumara 6'9" M-XF10lb Red LabelMB Vision 110 Jr - several colors
The 1000 xt was my first shimano, I have moved it to my Jerkbait rod and throw all sorts of small to mid size hardbaits. It's on a Medium Light Mod fast and I will throw 1/8 bill lewis, pop-x or rapala FO7s, definitely a great reel for any hard baits.
Great reels guys
rippin-lips reply :
Winter buying has already started.
kickerfish1 reply :
An EMTF perhaps?
rippin-lips reply :
Correct
kickerfish1 reply :
Very nice! Really a versatile rod that has good balance and feel. Enjoy!
iabass8 reply :
On 10/8/2015 at 4:22 AM, rippin-lips said:Winter buying has already started.
How do you like it so far relative to your DX704? What's the balance like /w a 6oz(ish) reel? I looked at the DSR but man....that EMTF....I want...I think.
rippin-lips reply :
On 10/8/2015 at 8:12 AM, iabass8 said:How do you like it so far relative to your DX704? What's the balance like /w a 6oz(ish) reel? I looked at the DSR but man....that EMTF....I want...I think.
Due to a mix up in shipping I didn't get it until today. I'll post a pic when I'm home from the gym with a 6.5oz reel. Should be right on the foregrip.
DogBone_384 reply :
On 10/8/2015 at 4:22 AM, rippin-lips said:Winter buying has already started.
X22
OT and side work is abundant right now, have some extra cash.... Monkey's got me pinned down at the keyboard ....
My 9.1:1 Zillion showed up today.
rippin-lips reply :
On 10/8/2015 at 8:12 AM, iabass8 said:What's the balance like /w a 6oz(ish) reel?
Here you go.
iabass8 reply :
Thank you sir. Let me know how it works
Cgrinder reply :
Ugh. Stoppppp. Promised my better half that I wouldn't buy a Diablo.
tomustang reply :
Couldn't refuse, price was too good.
Go domestic!
Dypsis reply :
New babies!!!!!
John G reply :
My first Megabass, F2-60X Criffhanger.
buzzed bait reply :
i broke a gen 1 *** casting rod i had like a moron.... went through the oops replacement and got a different spec ***, but was gen 2 for $50. not a bad deal for me. rod components and everything are a step up from gen 1, full cork handle is nice. BUT, whoever put these guides on was still drunk from the night before. they wobble back and forth like me on some crown and sprites. i mean not terribly bad, but noticeable for sure. anyhow, had to fish it last night and managed a tiny guy in this dumpster looking overflow at some apartment complex near my house.
*** black 7'1"MH
lew's TP 7.1:1
big game mono 15lb
war eagle spinnerbait
thehooligan reply :
On 10/9/2015 at 10:49 PM, John G said:My first Megabass, F2-60X Criffhanger.
Very nice
John G reply :
On 10/11/2015 at 1:21 AM, thehooligan said:Very nice
Thank you Matt. It should work fine for throwing finesse jigs into tight spots. I met the owner of Ultraskiff this morning and I found out that we live in the same town. You know him?
thehooligan reply :
Pretty sure we grew up in the same town in jersey.
John G reply :
On 10/11/2015 at 10:25 PM, thehooligan said:Pretty sure we grew up in the same town in jersey.
I asked and he is from New Jersey. Small world. LOL
dwong reply :
Quick question for you guys with the slim ZPI knobs. Do they come with end caps?
hzzhangc reply :
On 10/12/2015 at 1:00 AM, dwong said:Quick question for you guys with the slim ZPI knobs. Do they come with end caps?
They come with same color screwed end caps.
dwong reply :
Thanks! Gonna order a pair
John G reply :
These knobs fit both Daiwa and Shimano and they are not uncomfortable at all. The thinner plastic piece is for a Shimano handle and the thicker plastic piece is for a Daiwa handle.
thehooligan reply :
I have a like new pair of orange slim zpi knobs if anyone is interested. Pm me.
thehooligan reply :
Some Livre action for the conquest, thanks Cheng.
kickerfish1 reply :
Looking sharp!
hzzhangc reply :
Sick combo! Very solid feeling!
hzzhangc reply :
First cast of the day& first victim of the metanium DC.
thehooligan reply :
Nice one ^ I'd love to get my hands on a met DC...
kickerfish1 reply :
Nice looking victim! What your impressions of the Met DC to say other DC reels or even the standard 13 Met?
hzzhangc reply :
On 10/12/2015 at 10:06 AM, kickerfish1 said:Nice looking victim! What your impressions of the Met DC to say other DC reels or even the standard 13 Met?
I think the DC is a cool feature especially for the whine. The XG ratio makes it a nice frog/jig reel. However I rarely fishing frogs and I dont think DC shines for jig application. If let me choose again I may get a low gear ratio, which may see more long casting use or the standard Met plus the yumeya BFS spool. The later one would be the best of both worlds.
kickerfish1 reply :
Thanks for the reply. I may just get a second Exscence DC. I have yet to find a reel that I like more.
Diggy reply :
This thread is giving me withdrawals. Haven't fished in 6 weeks and I cant reasonably justify buying any fishing equipment because of my schedule. I hope black Friday slaps some sense back into me.
EvanT123 reply :
On 10/15/2015 at 11:15 AM, Diggy said:This thread is giving me withdrawals. Haven't fished in 6 weeks and I cant reasonably justify buying any fishing equipment because of my schedule. I hope black Friday slaps some sense back into me.
I hadn't purchased a fishing related product in close to 3 months. Last night I spent a bit of coin on something I have been wanting for a long time. I had a lot of anxiety about spending the $$$ but now I'm excited it's on it's way. Like nike says "just do it".
5fishlimit reply :
On 10/15/2015 at 11:20 AM, EvanT123 said:I hadn't purchased a fishing related product in close to 3 months. Last night I spent a bit of coin on something I have been wanting for a long time. I had a lot of anxiety about spending the $$$ but now I'm excited it's on it's way. Like nike says "just do it".
So, what did you get?
EvanT123 reply :
On 10/16/2015 at 9:41 PM, 5fishlimit said:So, what did you get?
A new to me 2013 Daiwa Certate 2004ch
Works pretty good!!!
Evan K reply :
On 10/18/2015 at 4:06 AM, EvanT123 said:A new to me 2013 Daiwa Certate 2004ch
Works pretty good!!!
...That reel seat tho...
EvanT123 reply :
On 10/18/2015 at 10:43 AM, Evan K said:...That reel seat tho...
What can i say? I like to keep the old school alive, you will be hard pressed to find a more comfortable grip than the tennesse on a spinning rod.
Evan K reply :
On 10/18/2015 at 2:29 PM, EvanT123 said:What can i say? I like to keep the old school alive, you will be hard pressed to find a more comfortable grip than the tennesse on a spinning rod.
That's interesting; I must say I didn't even know that was a thing (Tennessee grip). It makes more sense now. Just not my cup of tea.
*Hootie reply :
On 10/18/2015 at 4:06 AM, EvanT123 said:A new to me 2013 Daiwa Certate 2004ch
Works pretty good!!!
Get that nice reel off that "DANGED ROCK"!!!!
Hootie
I.rar reply :
John G reply :
Is that the Avail ALD0915R spool? If so, I have one too and yeah, it doesn't hold much line. LOL
I.rar reply :
Yup, lol. I almost spooled it a few times today when the wind caught my bait. Figured I would have enough line using 15lb braid but I may try 10lb/2lb diameter to see if that will help.
Short accurate casts are effortless with this spool though.
Jeff H reply :
On 10/19/2015 at 3:20 AM, I.rar said:Yup, lol. I almost spooled it a few times today when the wind caught my bait. Figured I would have enough line using 15lb braid but I may try 10lb/2lb diameter to see if that will help.
Short accurate casts are effortless with this spool though.
Nice handle on the Curado too How do you like the HawgTech Winn knobs?
I.rar reply :
I was set on the cork but figured the black Winn knobs would go better with the Eva handle on the recon. They're cool. A bit bigger than expected but very comfortable wet or dry.
thehooligan reply :
On 10/19/2015 at 3:20 AM, I.rar said:Yup, lol. I almost spooled it a few times today when the wind caught my bait. Figured I would have enough line using 15lb braid but I may try 10lb/2lb diameter to see if that will help.
Short accurate casts are effortless with this spool though.
I put 10lb pp on to test out braid again for bfs and the wind killed my fishing experience. Back to fluoro/copolys. Put #7 sniper on and the sensitivity is great.
I.rar reply :
I've grown used to the wind vs braid battle but am definitely considering floro. Any popular 4lb floro I should look into?
kickerfish1 reply :
On 10/19/2015 at 5:32 AM, thehooligan said:I put 10lb pp on to test out braid again for bfs and the wind killed my fishing experience. Back to fluoro/copolys. Put #7 sniper on and the sensitivity is great.
That is an excellent outfit Matt! Can you comment on how the Poison Ultima compares to the Cumulus rods (price aside)?
thehooligan reply :
On 10/19/2015 at 5:50 AM, I.rar said:I've grown used to the wind vs braid battle but am definitely considering floro. Any popular 4lb floro I should look into?
I typically don't like fluoro, hate how unmanageable it is. But, the sensitivity is great. I've been using alot of 4lb yozuri hybrid, 6lb fluoroclear but will try fluoro here and there. Check the line diamter, but #7 sniper or 6lb tatsu should work for you.
thehooligan reply :
On 10/19/2015 at 9:50 AM, kickerfish1 said:That is an excellent outfit Matt! Can you comment on how the Poison Ultima compares to the Cumulus rods (price aside)?
Thanks man. The cumulus & 1st gen cumaras will always be my favorite usdm rods.
The poison series rods, just like megabass x7 & p3 are in a league of there own. The 6'10ml adrena I have actually feels like a slightly better balanced version of the 6'10 cumulus. I'd say the adrena/cumulus are pretty comparable.
The poison glorious & Ultima are the next step up. Blank is extremely sensitive, premium cork, titanium sic micro guides. My Ultima has a torzite tip.
The jdm styling and build quality is 2nd to none...
kickerfish1 reply :
Thanks Matt! I am just NOT happy with the current offerings Shimano has available in the US. I have NOT sold any of my Gen 1 Cumara rods or Cumulus for that reason. Only the Ultima and Glorious intrigue me. If it didn't cost so much to ship them into the US I probably would have bought one of each by now.
John G reply :
On 10/20/2015 at 1:46 AM, kickerfish1 said:Thanks Matt! I am just NOT happy with the current offerings Shimano has available in the US. I have NOT sold any of my Gen 1 Cumara rods or Cumulus for that reason. Only the Ultima and Glorious intrigue me. If it didn't cost so much to ship them into the US I probably would have bought one of each by now.
In case you are curious, Bass JP, aka Proshop Otsuka, has a couple of used Shimano/Jackall BFS rods for sale. One is the PG 164L BFS64 Multirole and if my math is correct, with the rod, handling and shipping charge, it should be around $376 and change. The other rod is a Poison Ultima 162L-S. If my math is correct, it should be around $550 and change. They say the Multirole has some scratches and the Ultima is like new.
http://www.bass.co.jp/index.php?m=feature&pageid=80&jan=J0101G4F00900&r=10
http://www.bass.co.jp/index.php?m=feature&pageid=80&jan=J0301G4F00236&r=10
kickerfish1 reply :
Thanks for the link Jon!
John G reply :
On 10/20/2015 at 6:34 AM, kickerfish1 said:Thanks for the link Jon!
Just trying to help you spend some of your hard earned cash. LOL
DirtyDeuceGoose reply :
Not all the parts are in but here's how they sit now.
kickerfish1 reply :
A nice 3headed monster! Good choices all around.
DirtyDeuceGoose reply :
They fit in rotation well with my IP79 and Zillion Type R.
John G reply :
Poison Glorious 166L Hardbait Finesse and a Conquest 50DC.
bootytrain reply :
Super sick dude! I just got a 50DC last week and I'm trying to figure out a rod for it.On 10/22/2015 at 5:45 AM, John G said:Poison Glorious 166L Hardbait Finesse and a Conquest 50DC.
John G reply :
On 10/22/2015 at 5:54 AM, bootytrain said:Super sick dude! I just got a 50DC last week and I'm trying to figure out a rod for it.
Thank you and congrats on your acquisition of the 50DC. This is actually my second one. I sold my first to Maico1 and I regretted it and bought another. Take my advice and use mono and always use easy to cast lures like cranks, top water, Super Flukes, jigs and T Rigs and you will love it. The mistake that I made with my first one was throwing less aerodynamic lures like blades jigs with 15# Big Game and the results were not good.
thehooligan reply :
Beautiful combo John
John G reply :
On 10/22/2015 at 7:38 AM, thehooligan said:Beautiful combo John
Thank you Matt. Now I need to catch a fish so that it's Goose approved. LOL
kickerfish1 reply :
On 10/22/2015 at 5:45 AM, John G said:Poison Glorious 166L Hardbait Finesse and a Conquest 50DC.
Yes sir! That must be a fun machine!
John G reply :
On 10/22/2015 at 8:04 AM, kickerfish1 said:Yes sir! That must be a fun machine!
I just got both today but from the short casts into my pool, it should be very fun. My hope is that the 50DC has no problems with the just under 3/16oz Megabass Baby Griffon and other smaller cranks and top water plugs. A 1/4 plug will be easy and will launch a mile and I just hope the smaller plugs do the same.
bootytrain reply :
On 10/22/2015 at 6:00 AM, John G said:Thank you and congrats on your acquisition of the 50DC. This is actually my second one. I sold my first to Maico1 and I regretted it and bought another. Take my advice and use mono and always use easy to cast lures like cranks, top water, Super Flukes, jigs and T Rigs and you will love it. The mistake that I made with my first one was throwing less aerodynamic lures like blades jigs with 15# Big Game and the results were not good.
Yeah I read the TT review on it.. I was going to get a jackall nero rod for it but it's not comfortable on an ACS reel seat. I will get some time on it this weekend though
stk reply :
Been kind of a lurker on this particular forum and just started to kind of get into the higher end of things. Never thought I'd spend so much on rods and reels. But I really enjoy seeing some of the cool combos you guys have. Picked up my first megabass (spinnerbait special) rod last month and have been trying to figure out what techniques I like to use on it. I currently have a Shimano Scorpion 1001 SVS 4x4 on it.
Here is my motley crew.
stk reply :
newest addition just came in the mail yesterday!
There is a battle going on my tackleroom. Shimano 3 - Daiwa 3
rippin-lips reply :
I buttoned a few things up on the TDZ the other night. Reel was painted and a 100m handle color matched to the reel. Zpi knobs,SV spool,boca abec 7's,carbontex drag, worm gear upgrade. I have another TDZ coming Monday to toy around with. It'll need painted first though.
DirtyDeuceGoose reply :
Lookin good Adam, classic and very clean.
lordpaxin reply :
Quantum Tour MG
CarrotStix Pro Grade TI 7' Medium (I know, I like it)
The combo feels very good in hand, hope to get it to the lake tomorrow.
rippin-lips reply :
On 10/24/2015 at 6:50 AM, DirtyDeuceGoose said:Lookin good Adam, classic and very clean.
Thanks Goose. Planning on getting the drag star and tension cap anodized black. That should do it for this one. The other will be a similar build color wise. Charcoal with satin black parts. I'll use a swept star and handle though.
I.rar reply :
Who are you sending the reel to for painting?
rippin-lips reply :
On 10/25/2015 at 6:32 AM, I.rar said:Who are you sending the reel to for painting?
I'm taking it to my buddy Sean. He's been painting and airbrushing for a long time.
Senko lover reply :
Didn't take the time to take any nice pics (or adjust legnths, sorry), but here are some quick ones of three identical (outside of length) combos given to myself and my two brothers by a man in my church. Reels: Shimano Bantam Curados. Rods: H action custom rods, each around 5'6 in length, my friend's ideal length for pitching and flipping. I wasn't sure about using a rod that short, but it was really easy to pitch with and handled some fish nicely.
Goose approved!
JustinU1X reply :
On 9/25/2015 at 9:36 AM, thehooligan said:Thanks guys, 4lb yozuri hybrid is flatout my favorite finesse line.
Does the 4lb seem quite a bit stretchy? The 6lb does.
kickerfish1 reply :
On 10/25/2015 at 8:03 AM, Senko lover said:Didn't take the time to take any nice pics (or adjust legnths, sorry), but here are some quick ones of three identical (outside of length) combos given to myself and my two brothers by a man in my church. Reels: Shimano Bantam Curados. Rods: H action custom rods, each around 5'6 in length, my friend's ideal length for pitching and flipping. I wasn't sure about using a rod that short, but it was really easy to pitch with and handled some fish nicely.
Combo pics 1.jpg
combo pics 2.jpg
Goose approved!
Combo pics 4.jpg
A three headed monster! Nice!
3crows reply :
My first post here. Just a photo of my favorite reel I have owned since circa 1973 now installed on a new Falcon Amistad Low Rider rod.
Anyways, hello, y'all have a lot of nice fishing rigs. Thanks for sharing.
J
thehooligan reply :
On 10/25/2015 at 9:01 AM, JustinU1X said:Does the 4lb seem quite a bit stretchy? The 6lb does.
yozuri hybrid seems to have less stretch then other lines I've used, imo
Diggy reply :
These pics have me wanting to come back out of retirement like Jordan with the #45 Jersey
hzzhangc reply :
A nice Sunday afternoon.
Jd_Phillips_Fishin reply :
On 10/25/2015 at 8:03 AM, Senko lover said:Didn't take the time to take any nice pics (or adjust legnths, sorry), but here are some quick ones of three identical (outside of length) combos given to myself and my two brothers by a man in my church. Reels: Shimano Bantam Curados. Rods: H action custom rods, each around 5'6 in length, my friend's ideal length for pitching and flipping. I wasn't sure about using a rod that short, but it was really easy to pitch with and handled some fish nicely.
Goose approved!
I got one in 3.8:1 and I love it for throwing big cranks. Can chunk an XD a mile.
Joe H. reply :
Fun combo
I'm pleased with the k2. Handle assembly/ reel seat is clean and much nicer and a little less "chaotic" than what I've come to expect from phenix. Blank as most of you know is excellent
Joe H. reply :
Shimano from now on:
thehooligan reply :
Nice combo and fish !!
Jrob78 reply :
Awesome set up Joe!
Goose52 reply :
On 10/28/2015 at 3:07 AM, Joe H. said:Goose approved?
Yup !
travis23 reply :
I sold my LTD and the next day grabbed this one after i regretted putting the LTD up for sale. Hate the knobs, but that's an easy fix! Oh and got a heck of a deal on it too!!
Logan S reply :
Shimano on a Daiwa...Because I can
I've been using a Core 100 on my dock skipping rod for a while (and a Curado 100B prior) but wanted to try something a little different so I treated myself to this Scorpion DC. Figured I should pick one up before they are gone, they won't be around forever...Right?
-Shimano Scorpion DC 6.3
-Gen1 Daiwa Zillion, 6'9" MH/XF
kickerfish1 reply :
Finally finished up a few near identical twins!
DirtyDeuceGoose reply :
Awesome twins!!!! A dual headed monster if you will.
5fishlimit reply :
Put the Daiwa PXL-R on my new LTB 68MXF. I added blue dress up parts from Hedgehog Studios.
And, as shown in a previous post, my new dropshot setup. Love this combo so much!
byram bassturd reply :
On 10/29/2015 at 11:10 AM, kickerfish1 said:Finally finished up a few near identical twins!
Awesome job!Those look great!
deep reply :
On 10/29/2015 at 11:10 AM, kickerfish1 said:Finally finished up a few near identical twins!
How do you like the Helium3 vs the NRX?
kickerfish1 reply :
Well, given the price difference and what I paid for each they are both great buys. The NRX is a much better rod in my opinion and has greater feel. The H3 is a good buy when they are on sale for around $200. My biggest gripe is that the raw or unfinished blanks on the H3 are more prone to scratches even when used gently.
thehooligan reply :
Keitechs have been killin it for me lately...
TxHawgs reply :
That's the Livre handle correct? I've never seen it in that color only the gunmetal and gold blue or red which I hate. That looks like all gunmetal, anyone know where I can find one in this color?On 11/26/2014 at 10:29 AM, hzzhangc said:I'm happy cause the conquest is finally here.
I'm not happy cause it was hit by custom and stuck there for two weeks.
I'm still happy cause when I picked it up today they didn't charge me anything even I saw the red custom tape on the box.
Still waiting for the livre handle nut. Carbon handle just doesn't look right on conquest.
Diggy reply :
On 10/29/2015 at 9:16 AM, Logan S said:Shimano on a Daiwa...Because I can
I've been using a Core 100 on my dock skipping rod for a while (and a Curado 100B prior) but wanted to try something a little different so I treated myself to this Scorpion DC. Figured I should pick one up before they are gone, they won't be around forever...Right?
-Shimano Scorpion DC 6.3
-Gen1 Daiwa Zillion, 6'9" MH/XF
Seeing that jig tied onto your beautiful setup is bringing tears to my eyes, its been so long since I have bass fished but tomorrow it will happen!!!
BasskingKeith reply :
Some things I've been stocking here in El Paso, for home (Florida). Some of my topwater selection, which are my favorite baits, and an overview of pretty much everything I got here. I designated a drawer full of stuff. Hope someone enjoyed the pics. Lol.
5fishlimit reply :
Just got a MH/F Volkey, and added my Fuego to it. Fished with it right after work during the last 30 minutes of sunlight that remained. It's the 2 piece version that I picked up in the flea market from pondasassin.
The finish on these rods is really nice! I can understand all the buzz about them as of late here with many of the members!
rippin-lips reply :
Good looking combo. The build quality is nice. You got a steal on that one also. I'm surprised it lasted as long as it did. I had the 7' mh/f blc model for a minute. I had to sell it because it I didn't like it. Definitely a decent $150 rod.
Tim S. reply :
On 11/5/2015 at 12:18 PM, rippin-lips said:......I had the 7' mh/f blc model for a minute........
And I have it now
rippin-lips reply :
On 11/7/2015 at 10:47 AM, Tim S. said:And I have it now
You have a lot of my things hahaha
Chris at Tech reply :
On 10/29/2015 at 9:16 AM, Logan S said:Shimano on a Daiwa...Because I can
I've been using a Core 100 on my dock skipping rod for a while (and a Curado 100B prior) but wanted to try something a little different so I treated myself to this Scorpion DC. Figured I should pick one up before they are gone, they won't be around forever...Right?
-Shimano Scorpion DC 6.3
-Gen1 Daiwa Zillion, 6'9" MH/XF
I always loved the clean looks of those Zillion sticks and I think they fish pretty well too. Never understood why or how they didn't get more popular... I have the 7-footer with a Zillion reel for my jig duty but your combo is pretty fine-lookin' too
DirtyDeuceGoose reply :
Steez TN en route to complete my triplets! Stoked I was finally able to source once of these bad boys.
Diggy reply :
1st swim bait setup
travis23 reply :
d**n son you've gone all out! How are you liking the LTD?On 11/10/2015 at 10:15 AM, DirtyDeuceGoose said:Steez TN en route to complete my triplets! Stoked I was finally able to source once of these bad boys.
DirtyDeuceGoose reply :
I wish I could say I've fished it!! I'm currently in San Diego at Recruiter's School so it's waiting for me at my folks place. Sort of an early Christmas present from myself that the wife doesn't know about...
travis23 reply :
Haha
John G reply :
Shimano Poison Ultima 162L-S / Aldebaran Mg7 / 1/16oz Jackall Flick Shake Jig Head and Jackall Flick Shake Worm
Shimano Poison Glorious 168L BFS68 Long Distance #1 / Aldebaran Mg7 / 5/32oz Keitech Finesse Jig w / Keitech Little Spider Trailer
Shimano Poison Glorious 168L BFS68 Long Distance #2 / Aldebaran Mg7 / Light T Rigs
thehooligan reply :
Very nice John. What line are you using on each setup ?
John G reply :
On 11/14/2015 at 10:37 PM, thehooligan said:Very nice John. What line are you using on each setup ?
Thank you Matt! 7# Sniper FC on all three setups. It has everything that I look for in a FC. Affordable, easy to manage with no line treatment and sensitive.
kickerfish1 reply :
Nice catch John!
Sort of an irrelevant question: Do you only BFS or do you use spinning and traditional sized casting year as well?
John G reply :
Thank you! At the moment, I am only using BFS gear. I know that it's not practicle in every situation so that is why I am debating getting a combo to throw heavier T Rigs because before I got bit by the BFS bug, heavier T Rigs was how I caught the majority of my fish.On 11/14/2015 at 10:49 PM, kickerfish1 said:Nice catch John!
Sort of an irrelevant question: Do you only BFS or do you use spinning and traditional sized casting year as well?
kickerfish1 reply :
No problem and I apologize for asking (not trying to pick on you). It was more of a curiousity thing. I know some guys only toss swimbaits (opposite side of the spectrum), some only use casting year, and some only spinning.
It sure would be fun to only have BFS gear but quite costly to do it right. Your stuff is top notch!
Good luck with your search for more of an "all rounder"! Lots of good options out there with no need for special spools.
stk reply :
On 11/11/2015 at 10:17 AM, Diggy said:1st swim bait setup
How does the levante feel? I'm pretty interested in those rods.
John G reply :
On 11/14/2015 at 11:14 PM, kickerfish1 said:No problem and I apologize for asking (not trying to pick on you). It was more of a curiousity thing. I know some guys only toss swimbaits (opposite side of the spectrum), some only use casting year, and some only spinning.
It sure would be fun to only have BFS gear but quite costly to do it right. Your stuff is top notch!
Good luck with your search for more of an "all rounder"! Lots of good options out there with no need for special spools.
Thank you for the nice words about my gear! I did not mind your question at all or take any offence. BFS is downright fun IMHO. Largemouth Bass do not have a reputation for being the strongest battlers but with BFS, even a little bass will put a real good bend in your rod and if you are not using braid and are using a light line like 7# Sniper, you have to be careful or you will break off.
bootytrain reply :
Catching nice fish on sick gear is so satisfying ☺ what did you do with the MSX Limited rod?On 11/14/2015 at 9:31 PM, John G said:Shimano Poison Ultima 162L-S / Aldebaran Mg7 / 1/16oz Jackall Flick Shake Jig Head and Jackall Flick Shake Worm
Shimano Poison Glorious 168L BFS68 Long Distance #1 / Aldebaran Mg7 / 5/32oz Keitech Finesse Jig w / Keitech Little Spider Trailer
Shimano Poison Glorious 168L BFS68 Long Distance #2 / Aldebaran Mg7 / Light T Rigs
John G reply :
On 11/15/2015 at 2:34 AM, bootytrain said:Catching nice fish on sick gear is so satisfying ☺ what did you do with the MSX Limited rod?
Getting skunked on sick gear is also satisfying. LOL
I was fishing small cranks with it right after I got but I haven't used it in a while. The reason is because I am going to use it for drop shot with a Conquest 50 and I need a shallow spool. I plan on getting red parts for the Conquest 50 to match the gold and red on the rod.
Diggy reply :
On 11/14/2015 at 11:28 PM, stk said:How does the levante feel? I'm pretty interested in those rods.
The rod feels good, Im happy with it. Its not super heavy so I had no issue with multiple casts. I almost tied on a jig at one point. I threw a storm kickin shad and a shell cracker on it today. I didn't have any heavier baits with me than those two but it handled them with ease. Its rated up to 6oz supposedly. I had 2 bites, one came off the shell cracker and I saw another bass chomping the shad but it didn't commit. I cant really speak on how it handled any fish. I bought a fuji hook keeper from BPS when I bought the 25lb cxx I put on the reel, doesn't have one if that matters to you. Once I get back from work travel next week, Ill be able to test it with heavier savage gear lures I bought on clearance a while back. Now I can actually use them.
poisonokie reply :
poisonokie reply :
Here's a little bit better shot of my rod rack. To me it's a thing of beauty. Especially with that new Luna 103L on my cranking stick. That reel is amazing.
kickerfish1 reply :
Well the fishing season here is finally done. Temps forecasted in the 30s and 40s and lows in the 20s with snow. Decided to snap a few photos of the casting reels I finished the year with once I removed them from their respective rods. I will work on getting better pictures and lighting when I have more time. These were the "dirty dozen". Half Shimano and half Daiwa so there would be no hard feelings.
Group shot of the chosen 12
The 50's
For the Hawgtech boys!
Some Alphas love!
For the TDZ fans!
Stealth mode!
Team Shimano!
Team Daiwa!
I will do a photo update at a later date and also do combo photos with the rods. Fish slime to be added later though all have caught and reeled in fish. This will have to do for now.
Diggy reply :
Is the exsence's drag sound really exciting? Lol
Jrob78 reply :
On 11/17/2015 at 10:55 AM, Diggy said:Is the exsence's drag sound really exciting? Lol
It clearly is, says so right there on the box.
John G reply :
On 11/17/2015 at 10:55 AM, Diggy said:Is the exsence's drag sound really exciting? Lol
It will be as long as it's loose enough for it to be used.
poisonokie reply :
get a load of the brass levelwind gear.
MarcelP reply :
Kistler Helium 3 Medium 7' 0" X-Fast (1/8-1/2) + Steez SV 103HL
jbarnard reply :
On 11/17/2015 at 10:47 AM, kickerfish1 said:Well the fishing season here is finally done. Temps forecasted in the 30s and 40s and lows in the 20s with snow. Decided to snap a few photos of the casting reels I finished the year with once I removed them from their respective rods. I will work on getting better pictures and lighting when I have more time. These were the "dirty dozen". Half Shimano and half Daiwa so there would be no hard feelings.
Group shot of the chosen 12
The 50's
For the Hawgtech boys!
Some Alphas love!
For the TDZ fans!
Stealth mode!
Team Shimano!
Team Daiwa!
I will do a photo update at a later date and also do combo photos with the rods. Fish slime to be added later though all have caught and reeled in fish. This will have to do for now.
man what an awesome collection
DesertBass reply :
Two of my newest setups!
illinifan4152 reply :
Nothing like finding a Diamond in the Rough!!! very lightly used from my local tackle shop. Too bad there was only one.. typically you would have paid twice as much for one in worse condition on the bay! Can not explain my excitement!
bass raider reply :
That's awesome!! I found a NIB citica d and I was stoked about finding it so I can only imagine how excited you must be over a chronarch
kickerfish1 reply :
On 11/26/2015 at 9:37 PM, illinifan4152 said:Nothing like finding a Diamond in the Rough!!! very lightly used from my local tackle shop. Too bad there was only one.. typically you would have paid twice as much for one in worse condition on the bay! Can not explain my excitement!
Good deal! How much did you pay for it?
illinifan4152 reply :
$150. No tax!
kickerfish1 reply :
On 11/27/2015 at 12:31 AM, illinifan4152 said:$150. No tax!
That is a very good price. I would imagine you can buy a set of the D7 gears should you choose to.
illinifan4152 reply :
On 11/27/2015 at 1:31 AM, kickerfish1 said:That is a very good price. I would imagine you can buy a set of the D7 gears should you choose to.
Yeah I imagine the tackle trap has a set. Haven't checked yet though.
IAY reply :
No wonder I am getting skunked bass fishing. I was using Megacarp not Megabass.
Vision 110 Jr, MB F4-68X7, FX68L Viola Shooter FC Sniper 12 pounds. She sucked the lure in during a pause.
Hogsticker reply :
Got my 1st Megabass reel!
Did a little part swapping with my TDZ. Drag star and spool. I'm curious to see how the 1010 spool from the FX68 Rosso performs in my TDZ 103. Here are some before and after pics of the FX68, and the new look TDZ.
*Hank reply :
On 11/17/2015 at 10:47 AM, kickerfish1 said:Well the fishing season here is finally done. Temps forecasted in the 30s and 40s and lows in the 20s with snow. Decided to snap a few photos of the casting reels I finished the year with once I removed them from their respective rods. I will work on getting better pictures and lighting when I have more time. These were the "dirty dozen". Half Shimano and half Daiwa so there would be no hard feelings.
Group shot of the chosen 12
The 50's
For the Hawgtech boys!
Some Alphas love!
For the TDZ fans!
Stealth mode!
Team Shimano!
Team Daiwa!
I will do a photo update at a later date and also do combo photos with the rods. Fish slime to be added later though all have caught and reeled in fish. This will have to do for now.
Dang sweet reels man!
thehooligan reply :
Nice 17" Rainbow today
5fishlimit reply :
On 12/7/2015 at 7:33 AM, thehooligan said:Nice 17" Rainbow today
Nice!
poisonokie reply :
Goose52 reply :
On 12/7/2015 at 12:16 PM, poisonokie said:
Good score on the Luna !
poisonokie reply :
yeah, especially for $142! Love that reel. Need a 203l now...
JGBassinAL reply :
3 new Rainshadow builds!
1) 7'3" Heavy on an RX7 blank
2) 7'2" MH on Revelation blank (blue thread)
3) 7'2" Medium on Revelation blank (red thread)
dcmclassic reply :
All the rods are Falcon except two, one isn't shown and one is a 20yr old Castaway.
All the reels are Shimano except for two and two spares. I will be going back to all Lews or may try a couple Pfluegers. Most of the time I have more braid on but I haven't fished much since my Arkansas trip.
Untitled by Dustin, on Flickr
Untitled by Dustin, on Flickr
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Untitled by Dustin, on Flickr
poisonokie reply :
rippin-lips reply :
I tried to cut it down from 12 to 5 not including the spinning reel. I got close, but it's so hard to let any of these go. I could do without the ss sv. Not too impressed for the money. All jdm models except the Steez, and all have some sort of upgrades or parts swapping done to them. From left to right.
Mb Zonda 68
Alphas sv
Td-z
Td-z
Ss sv
Td Zillion
Steez
Px68
bootytrain reply :
On 12/10/2015 at 10:23 AM, poisonokie said:
Is that a Dress detonator titan handle?
rippin-lips reply :
On 12/10/2015 at 1:36 PM, bootytrain said:Is that a Dress detonator titan handle?
No, it's a Banax handle. They're on eBay for $50 plus shipping. The Dress handles are a burnt titanium finish. I assume that's where the titan part comes from. The Banax handle would go nicely on the Aurora. Maybe even an Ito.
Hogsticker reply :
Nice. What does tigerodz charge for a build on those revelation blanks? Ballpark anyways.On 12/10/2015 at 8:31 AM, JGBassinAL said:3 new Rainshadow builds!
1) 7'3" Heavy on an RX7 blank
2) 7'2" MH on Revelation blank (blue thread)
3) 7'2" Medium on Revelation blank (red thread)
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carlm01 reply :
All Gloomis with Lews reels and one *** 5:3:1
PitchinJigz reply :
The new Citica looks on point with the Curado spool.
rippin-lips reply :
Twins
Logan S reply :
How similar are the EMTF and SS in terms of power/action? I have an EMTF and have been thinking about the SS as my next addition.
Any insight would be most appreciated!
rippin-lips reply :
On 12/19/2015 at 2:34 AM, Logan S said:How similar are the EMTF and SS in terms of power/action? I have an EMTF and have been thinking about the SS as my next addition.
Any insight would be most appreciated!
I haven't used the SB special yet as I just got it. I did play around with it for a bit. Upon flexing the blank and making a few test casts in the yard. I'd say power wise it's pretty close. The emtf is definitely faster in taper. From all the reading I've done most people say these are the 2 to have out of the xx lineup along with the Diablo. Which will be my next addition.
Logan S reply :
On 12/19/2015 at 3:06 AM, rippin-lips said:I haven't used the SB special yet as I just got it. I did play around with it for a bit. Upon flexing the blank and making a few test casts in the yard. I'd say power wise it's pretty close. The emtf is definitely faster in taper. From all the reading I've done most people say these are the 2 to have out of the xx lineup along with the Diablo. Which will be my next addition.
Thanks! Good to know, confirms sort of what I was thinking...I've had my eye on the SS since they came out but ended up with the EMTF and Ronin first somehow. Both of those are great, but I need to finally pick up the SS so that empty feeling will go away .
I've also heard similar things regarding the EMTF, SS, and Diablo being the benchmarks for the series...Along with very high praise for the Flat Side Special, which is also high on my wanted list.
bass raider reply :
Here's my combos that see the most use
Catch and Grease reply :
Got a 7' 11" XH Okuma Mat Daddy as a gift!!! Man I can't wait to flip some mats with this bad boy!
buzzed bait reply :
I got the rod for a present to myself and the wife gave me the reel for Christmas! And pay no mind to the dirty smudge on the handle, it's on the plastic which i haven't taken off yet!
New Megabass Orochi F6.5-70XX
Lew's Team Pro Z 7.1:1
WI_Angler1989 reply :
Here's my newest addition. Traded my old LTB for the ml. Psyched!!
Goose52 reply :
On 12/29/2015 at 3:54 AM, WI_Angler1989 said:Here's my newest addition. Traded my old LTB for the ml. Psyched!!
EXCELLENT choice ! I have that exact same rod - they look good with a gold-colored reel...
GoCougs14 reply :
Beautiful rods!
WI_Angler1989 reply :
On 12/29/2015 at 7:16 AM, Goose52 said:EXCELLENT choice ! I have that exact same rod - they look good with a gold-colored reel...
They do look good together! (Mine is a spinning model though)
Diggy reply :
On 12/29/2015 at 7:16 AM, Goose52 said:EXCELLENT choice ! I have that exact same rod - they look good with a gold-colored reel...
I need that in my life. Looks better than my girlfriend! Dont tell her plz, thanks.
stk reply :
Added this to the lineup, Team Daiwa Zillion Type R. Looking to add a Megabass Levante Perfect Pitch for froggin' come spring!
bass raider reply :
On 12/30/2015 at 4:47 AM, stk said:Added this to the lineup, Team Daiwa Zillion Type R. Looking to add a Megabass Levante Perfect Pitch for froggin' come spring!
Sweet!! I'm a diehard Shimano fan but I would love to add a type r or j-dream to my line up(if I could afford it)
NJSalt reply :
Picked this up on Monday. Megabass Orochi X4 F3-68X4 "Rattle Viper Technical Game" Also picked up a MetaniumXG and am going back and forth between putting the AldebaranHG or the Met on it.
Chris at Tech reply :
On 12/30/2015 at 4:47 AM, stk said:Added this to the lineup, Team Daiwa Zillion Type R. Looking to add a Megabass Levante Perfect Pitch for froggin' come spring!
Oooohhhh...nice score!
JeepFisher reply :
New Lew's TPG1SH and Ducket Ghost 7MH. Love the reel and so far really like the Ghost. I know Duckett has some quality issues but am hoping for the best. All the guides are lined up and not bent and I love the sensitivity so far. New Pinnacle DHC5 coming next week I cant wait to try I bought with gift cards.
XzyluM reply :
I'm still still not sure if I like the new Tournament Pro yet. The line guide being out in the open kind of worries me. I have four of the Tournament Pro reels and decided to order another last night. Almost ordered a G until someone dropped price to $138 shipped on flea bay. I was bummed when I went to order and realized the site I had found selling them for $130 shipped sold out over Christmas holidays. The spool tensioner cap is interesting though.
MIbassangler30 reply :
On 12/30/2015 at 4:47 AM, stk said:Added this to the lineup, Team Daiwa Zillion Type R. Looking to add a Megabass Levante Perfect Pitch for froggin' come spring!
I just ordered the Megabass Levante "Perfect Pitch" and it should be arriving Tuesday. I'm pumped that Megabass released an affordable offering. I'm pairing mine with a JDM Shimano Exsense DC that I just received. First impressions of the reel are; it's a smooth and flawlessly engineered piece of equipment. I'll post pictures of the combo on this thread sometime next week. By the way; if you're going to order that Levante off TW, get on it if you can, there was only 1 left in stock when I purchased mine. Just a heads up. Great combo man!
JC
John G reply :
On 12/30/2015 at 4:47 AM, stk said:Added this to the lineup, Team Daiwa Zillion Type R. Looking to add a Megabass Levante Perfect Pitch for froggin' come spring!
I have never seen a Zillion in person but I was under the impression that they are big because either you have huge hands or that reel looks very small.
rippin-lips reply :
It's comparable in size to a Tatula. I think it's the angle but it does look tiny in his pic.
Logan S reply :
Probably won't get out for at least few weeks so everything came out of the boat, plus UPS dropped off a new rod . Finally grabbed the XX Spinnerbait Special, I think I'm going to pair it with the Scorpion DC and use it for dock skipping in addition to spinnerbaits...But any of the reels in the pile might find a home on it.
The rods from the boat (except the new one), can you tell I like St Croix? Although MB is starting to make it's presence known .
And why not throw a fish in there too, a dink from last Sunday on Lake Anna...Caught on the rod I'm likely reassigning now that the SS is in my lineup. Unfortunately not many fish bigger than this made in the boat, but being on the water without the cold weather gear on Dec 27th was good enough...
Jon G reply :
Really loving my newest addition. 7' MH St. Croix Legend Elite with a Metanium HG. Only complaint is that the Elite doesn't come in a 7'3-7'4 MH .
WI_Angler1989 reply :
On 1/1/2016 at 10:32 AM, Jon G said:Really loving my newest addition. 7' MH St. Croix Legend Elite with a Metanium HG. Only complaint is that the Elite doesn't come in a 7'3-7'4 MH
Legend elite.......ooooooooooo want
5fishlimit reply :
Time to put the girls away for the winter.
link to image
kickerfish1 reply :
Is that a lone Shimano among those Daiwas? (Referring to the reel on the top left)... Nice collection
5fishlimit reply :
Yes, it's an older Scorpion that was bought together with the TD-Z in the middle with the orange thumb bar. It's a nifty little reel. I prefer magnetic brakes because you don't need to remove the side plate, and this has the 4x4 svs brakes with the dial on the outside.
stk reply :
On 1/4/2016 at 1:23 AM, 5fishlimit said:Time to put the girls away for the winter.
Nice collection. I'm also a fan of the scorpion 1001 4x4 svs. Have you done any upgrades to it? Drag washers? Bearings?
I have upgraded bearings in mine along with a curado handle (couldn't stand the smaller handle). Been thinking about drag washers and if it was worth it.
5fishlimit reply :
On 1/4/2016 at 10:48 AM, stk said:Nice collection. I'm also a fan of the scorpion 1001 4x4 svs. Have you done any upgrades to it? Drag washers? Bearings?
I have upgraded bearings in mine along with a curado handle (couldn't stand the smaller handle). Been thinking about drag washers and if it was worth it.
I have not done any upgrades, and I haven't even opened it up to see what's inside. As soon as i got it I spooled it up and went fishing. The BR member I bought it from had added a red level wind bar from Hedgehog Studios. I'll be doing a thorough tear down and cleaning by the end of March, and I'll know more about it then. So far I like it well enough.
If she can learn to play nicely with my Daiwa's I'll let her stay.
Chris at Tech reply :
It's been a while since the girls have gone to Glamour Shots so what the heck...
First, the freshwater spinning rigs, from left to right
Stradic 2500 FH on a Kistler 6'6" Kistler KLX ML/MF
Stradic 2500 FH on a St Croix Avid 6'9" MLXF
Stradic 2500 FJ on a Kistler 6'9" KLX M/F
Stradic 2500 FJ on a Dobyns DX703SF
Now the freshwater baitcasters, from top to bottom
Gen 1 Revo STX on a St Croix Avid 6'6" MF
Gen 1 Revo STX on a Kistler Magnesium 6'9" MH/F
Gen 2 Revo Premier on a Dobyns 683c
Gen 2 Revo Premier on a Dobyns 703c
OG Zillion SHLA on a Zillion 7' MH/F
OG Zillion HLA on a Dobyns 704c
OG Zillion HLA on a Dobyns 734c
Gen 3 Revo STX on a Dobyns DX744c
Gen 2 Revo STX on a Dobyns 735c
Gen 2 Revo STX on a Dobyns 705cb
Gen 1 Revo Winch on a BPS Crankin' Stick 7'6" MH
Gen 1 Revo Toro on a BPS Extreme 7'6" H
Lastly, the inshore saltwater gear from left to right
Stradic 2500 FH on a St Croix Tidemaster 7' ML/F
Stradic 4000 FI on a St Croix Tidemaster 7' M/F
Stradic 5000 FI on a Shimano Teramar 7'6" MH/F
A handful of other rods including my custom travel sticks were too shy (read: I was too lazy to take them out) to make an appearance.
Evan K reply :
On 1/6/2016 at 7:30 AM, Chris at Tech said:It's been a while since the girls have gone to Glamour Shots so what the heck...
Great pics and a terrific collection! Looks like you like Abu.
WI_Angler1989 reply :
On 1/6/2016 at 7:30 AM, Chris at Tech said:
First, the freshwater spinning rigs, from left to right
Stradic 2500 FH on a Kistler 6'6" Kistler KLX ML/MF
Stradic 2500 FH on a St Croix Avid 6'9" MLXF
Stradic 2500 FJ on a Kistler 6'9" KLX M/F
Stradic 2500 FJ on a Dobyns DX703SF
So, is it safe to say that you'd recommend a shimano stradic?
Chris at Tech reply :
On 1/6/2016 at 8:21 AM, Evan K said:Great pics and a terrific collection! Looks like you like Abu.
Yup! The G1 STX and the G2 Premiers are my favorites of the Abu's I own. But those Zillions are hard to put down!
Chris at Tech reply :
On 1/6/2016 at 8:24 AM, WI_Angler1989 said:So, is it safe to say that you'd recommend a shimano stradic?
You've got the makings of a fine detective
buzzed bait reply :
On 1/6/2016 at 7:30 AM, Chris at Tech said:It's been a while since the girls have gone to Glamour Shots so what the heck...
beautimus!!
between the 683c and the 703c, which would you say is your favorite? thinking one or the other is a likely dancing partner for the spring fling....
MIbassangler30 reply :
Brand new frog setup:
Megabass Levante 7' 2" H "Perfect Pitch"
Shimano Exsense DC
stk reply :
On 1/6/2016 at 12:03 PM, 03cole said:Brand new frog setup:
Megabass Levante 7' 2" H "Perfect Pitch"
Shimano Exsense DC
So sexy I'd take pictures of it in bed too! Lol!
MIbassangler30 reply :
On 1/6/2016 at 12:20 PM, stk said:So sexy I'd take pictures of it in bed too! Lol!
Haha! I was hoping someone would catch that. That didn't take long.
Chris at Tech reply :
On 1/6/2016 at 11:23 AM, buzzed bait said:beautimus!!
between the 683c and the 703c, which would you say is your favorite? thinking one or the other is a likely dancing partner for the spring fling....
Eh, they're more or less interchangeable but if choosing just one I'd go 683 since I can more effectively fish "tip down" techniques with it, like jerkbaits, flukes, etc.
buzzed bait reply :
On 1/6/2016 at 10:47 PM, Chris at Tech said:Eh, they're more or less interchangeable but if choosing just one I'd go 683 since I can more effectively fish "tip down" techniques with it, like jerkbaits, flukes, etc.
well i already have a 682 so i may not need the shorter length, may have to go 703....
Jake the Cake reply :
Nothing special here. Bunch of $20-$50 reels and rods. But the way us two rednecks use them is priceless.
Sandhillcrab reply :
Scarborough817 reply :
5 of my 6 setups for next year only one missing is a 6'6" veritas which is my jerkbait & topwater rod
bootytrain reply :
Shimano Casitas
RB 77 reply :
On 11/17/2015 at 10:47 AM, kickerfish1 said:Well the fishing season here is finally done. Temps forecasted in the 30s and 40s and lows in the 20s with snow. Decided to snap a few photos of the casting reels I finished the year with once I removed them from their respective rods. I will work on getting better pictures and lighting when I have more time. These were the "dirty dozen". Half Shimano and half Daiwa so there would be no hard feelings.
Group shot of the chosen 12
The 50's
For the Hawgtech boys!
Some Alphas love!
For the TDZ fans!
Stealth mode!
Team Shimano!
Team Daiwa!
I will do a photo update at a later date and also do combo photos with the rods. Fish slime to be added later though all have caught and reeled in fish. This will have to do for now.
I missed this post the first time around. It must have rocked the Daiwa and Shimano Posses world! Sacrilegious! Haha. Like you said, no hard feelings. Some of the customized stuff is beautiful. Very nice collection indeed.
RB 77 reply :
I really like this picture for some reason. I might be because I just love the Pearl color found on some of the Stradic models. I have a few Stradics myself. Really great reels IMHO.
DelcoSol reply :
Just picked up this beauty. I must say this thing is a work of art.
WI_Angler1989 reply :
I don't have anything fancy for reels (yet) but I just got this little guy that I'm psyched about!
DesertBass reply :
On 1/9/2016 at 8:41 AM, DelcoSol said:Just picked up this beauty. I must say this thing is a work of art.
Nice,what rod you gonna pair it with?
DelcoSol reply :
Megabass XX Flat Side Special.
I.rar reply :
Will replace symetre with a stradic of some type. Probably the new fk model.
GoCougs14 reply :
On 1/10/2016 at 2:51 AM, I.rar said:
Will replace symetre with a stradic of some type. Probably the new fk model.
Hey let me know how you like it! Im reallh interested in the avid x series
Murrica reply :
Impulse buy at the tackle shop tonight. Saw the rod when I walked in the door and picked it up fell in love with it and had to pick a reel up to fit it and it balances perfectly. 7'2" Med. xFast Shimano Crucial and a Shimano Stradic FJ 2500 and spooled it with 10b yo zuri hybrid.
I will post a pic of this years arsenal shortly.
I.rar reply :
On 1/10/2016 at 12:06 PM, GoCougs14 said:Hey let me know how you like it! Im reallh interested in the avid x series
It's the 7' 2 piece ml/f
I had it out for a bit yesterday and caught a 2ish lmb with a weightless 3" senko. I'd say it's definitely true to its rating unlike the other Croix rods I've had in the past. Soft tip with just enough backbone.
The micro guides handled 20lb powerpro with a 6lb leader just fine. Sensitivity is up there with my recon or better.
Finish is also excellent with no excess epoxy and the guides straight.
Overall an excellent rod and worth its price imo.
JGBassinAL reply :
New additions: Two Chronarch 100D7! Best Shimano reel ever made IMO!
bass raider reply :
Newest addition to the collection. Has a great balancing point for a $100 7'5" rod.
rippin-lips reply :
Perfect example of why you don't always need the lightest reel possible. Congrats on the pickup.
cottny27 reply :
Is that a split grip rod? That is quite balanced.
bass raider reply :
On 1/14/2016 at 12:46 AM, cottny27 said:Is that a split grip rod? That is quite balanced.
Yes it is. It has a long butt section so that helps a lot
GaterB reply :
Bass Raider,
How do you like those Fiber rods? What is the taper like?
bass raider reply :
On 1/15/2016 at 8:15 PM, GaterB said:Bass Raider,
How do you like those Fiber rods? What is the taper like?
I really like it so far. Haven't fished it much but imo it is "the" 1/2oz jig rod. I got the 754 and I would call it a mod-fast. Irod claims that the same blank they use on their genesis 2 rods they use for the fibers too but for some reason it just doesn't feel quite as sensitive as my gen2's. Probably due to fewer guides. It is just as sensitive as my micro magic pro though.
chefdadfishingGa reply :
My one and only rod and reel
Rods a 6'6 mh made by rhino and the reel is an srbc-100. Garage sale deal got it for 20 bucks. Been bass fishing seriously for about a month and landed a couple over 2lb on it
Mothercanucker reply :
Added these this month.
MIbassangler30 reply :
On 1/17/2016 at 12:10 PM, Mothercanucker said:Added these this month.
How do you like the Zodias?
I've been debating getting the 6'10" MH or another Levante or shelling out for the Shimano Jackall Poison Adrena. Even if you haven't fished it I'm interested in how it feels and the action/taper. How's the balance with the Chronarch Ci4+? That's the reel I would be putting on also.
bootytrain reply :
Drave 90mm handle
bootytrain reply :
kickerfish1 reply :
Booty I dig the machine or robotic appearance of those handles and knobs. How do they feel in terms of comfort, especially fishing for extened periods of time?
bootytrain reply :
On 1/18/2016 at 7:34 AM, kickerfish1 said:Booty I dig the machine or robotic appearance of those handles and knobs. How do they feel in terms of comfort, especially fishing for extened periods of time?
The handle is very well made, The knobs are smooth and feel good. I havent fished it as Ive only gotten it yesterday.
Mothercanucker reply :
On 1/17/2016 at 11:18 PM, MIbassangler30 said:How do you like the Zodias?
I've been debating getting the 6'10" MH or another Levante or shelling out for the Shimano Jackall Poison Adrena. Even if you haven't fished it I'm interested in how it feels and the action/taper. How's the balance with the Chronarch Ci4+? That's the reel I would be putting on also.
If you had picked one up then I promise you wouldn't hesitate. I do not have a 6'10 MH but here are balance points on a 7'2MH, 6"10M and a 7'2M respectively with no line on the reel. The spinning rods and the Stradic Ci4s are perfect. Metaniums on these would be perfect. Honestly these are the best bang for the buck rods on the market in my opinion. Look around and you can find good deals or ask around for prostaffs from last year. I got mine for 75USD each and I just couldn't pass it up. They are as light and sensitive as rods 3 times their msrp but they don't have specific tapers for different applications. They are made to be very versatile for a wide range of applications. Sensitive but great backbone yet you can really really feel the fight and pulls from the fish. Everyone notices that the most after how light they are. I have only used the spinning cause I had only one Zodias for the last week of the season but was so impressed that I bought 6 more on that crazy deal after feeling 4 pound smallies tugging on my first rod. Favorite rods I've ever owned. That being said I drool over Poison Adrenas, Poison Glorious and Poison Ultima on a daily basis but just can't justify spending 3-8 times more on those than I did on my Zodias. They are definitely NOT close to 3-8 times better rods. They are in another league than Gloomis E6X and wasn't blown away with the NRX in one hand and a Zodias for 1/3 the msrp in the other...and I paid 1/8th and NRX here in Canada...no brainer. I'm gonna keep this Ci4 Chronarch for my 6'10 ML but plan on getting JDM Metaniums for my other 3. Same price as USDM Chronarch Ci4s.
buzzed bait reply :
Have been waiting to get a "Goose approved" photo to show them off.... Was able to get out to the pond for a few minutes on Saturday and stuck a little guy on a new combo with the rage blade...
Dobyns Champion 682C (this is one sweet little stick)
Team Lew's Pro Z 7.1:1
30lb power pro
Goose52 reply :
On 1/18/2016 at 10:46 PM, buzzed bait said:Have been waiting to get a "Goose approved" photo to show them off.... Was able to get out to the pond for a few minutes on Saturday and stuck a little guy on a new combo with the rage blade...
Dobyns Champion 682C (this is one sweet little stick)
Team Lew's Pro Z 7.1:1
30lb power pro
Yeah baby - it's Goose approved .
It ain't the size of the fish...it's that you went fishin'...
MIbassangler30 reply :
On 1/18/2016 at 3:43 PM, Mothercanucker said:If you had picked one up then I promise you wouldn't hesitate. I do not have a 6'10 MH but here are balance points on a 7'2MH, 6"10M and a 7'2M respectively with no line on the reel. The spinning rods and the Stradic Ci4s are perfect. Metaniums on these would be perfect. Honestly these are the best bang for the buck rods on the market in my opinion. Look around and you can find good deals or ask around for prostaffs from last year. I got mine for 75USD each and I just couldn't pass it up. They are as light and sensitive as rods 3 times their msrp but they don't have specific tapers for different applications. They are made to be very versatile for a wide range of applications. Sensitive but great backbone yet you can really really feel the fight and pulls from the fish. Everyone notices that the most after how light they are. I have only used the spinning cause I had only one Zodias for the last week of the season but was so impressed that I bought 6 more on that crazy deal after feeling 4 pound smallies tugging on my first rod. Favorite rods I've ever owned. That being said I drool over Poison Adrenas, Poison Glorious and Poison Ultima on a daily basis but just can't justify spending 3-8 times more on those than I did on my Zodias. They are definitely NOT close to 3-8 times better rods. They are in another league than Gloomis E6X and wasn't blown away with the NRX in one hand and a Zodias for 1/3 the msrp in the other...and I paid 1/8th and NRX here in Canada...no brainer. I'm gonna keep this Ci4 Chronarch for my 6'10 ML but plan on getting JDM Metaniums for my other 3. Same price as USDM Chronarch Ci4s.
Thank you for the thorough reply and pics. You just made my decision harder, since I had almost checked the Zodias off my list. I bought a Levante Perfect Pitch to be my new flippin/froggin rod, the smoothest, most well balanced rod I've ever owned. I was going to check off the Adrena also, but I found that JLS has it for 280 bucks, so I've been moving back in that direction. Never a bad thing to have some options, either way I'll have an awesome new setup to pull in some hogs next season. Thanks again for the detailed reply! Try and stay warm up there in Canada! I'm in Michigan so I feel some of your pain.
-JC
Mothercanucker reply :
Still chipping away with reels for the 7 Zodias I just got in the off season.
Dypsis reply :
I bought the reel about a month or two ago. The rod came in a few weeks ago - arrived days after ordering. The reel has already seen the master Ian (although I just learned about super tuning not too long ago) and has upgraded gear ratio to 6.3 as well as drag and bearings. This combo will be my go to shallow cranking rod - Mann's 1-, MB 1.2, LC 1.5, you get the idea. Was a little worried about its ability to handle the lower end (1/4oz), but it threw a Mann's 1- plenty far in the yard. Few months and the on the water test will tell. I'll most likely spool it with 12lb sniper.
http://s1067.photobucket.com/user/mattbfleming/library/Squarebill%20%20Combo
Dypsis reply :
On 1/20/2016 at 1:55 PM, Mothercanucker said:Still chipping away with reels for the 7 Zodias I just got in the off season.
I have a Core 100 and a 50 - I love mine, they are really nice reels.
Mothercanucker reply :
On 1/20/2016 at 9:07 PM, Dypsis said:I have a Core 100 and a 50 - I love mine, they are really nice reels.
Good to hear. I did my research and happened to stumble on a new one in box in a shop here in Canada that's been sitting there unsold for 8 years, lol Price drop even more for 2016...had to take advantage.
clh121787 reply :
The starters. Rods vary a little. But one thing remains the same
Senko lover reply :
On 1/24/2016 at 10:35 PM, clh121787 said:The starters. Rods vary a little. But one thing remains the same
SHIMANO!!!!
PGlaze reply :
On 1/6/2016 at 7:30 AM, Chris at Tech said:It's been a while since the girls have gone to Glamour Shots so what the heck...
First, the freshwater spinning rigs, from left to right
Stradic 2500 FH on a Kistler 6'6" Kistler KLX ML/MF
Stradic 2500 FH on a St Croix Avid 6'9" MLXF
Stradic 2500 FJ on a Kistler 6'9" KLX M/F
Stradic 2500 FJ on a Dobyns DX703SF
Now the freshwater baitcasters, from top to bottom
Gen 1 Revo STX on a St Croix Avid 6'6" MF
Gen 1 Revo STX on a Kistler Magnesium 6'9" MH/F
Gen 2 Revo Premier on a Dobyns 683c
Gen 2 Revo Premier on a Dobyns 703c
OG Zillion SHLA on a Zillion 7' MH/F
OG Zillion HLA on a Dobyns 704c
OG Zillion HLA on a Dobyns 734c
Gen 3 Revo STX on a Dobyns DX744c
Gen 2 Revo STX on a Dobyns 735c
Gen 2 Revo STX on a Dobyns 705cb
Gen 1 Revo Winch on a BPS Crankin' Stick 7'6" MH
Gen 1 Revo Toro on a BPS Extreme 7'6" H
Lastly, the inshore saltwater gear from left to right
Stradic 2500 FH on a St Croix Tidemaster 7' ML/F
Stradic 4000 FI on a St Croix Tidemaster 7' M/F
Stradic 5000 FI on a Shimano Teramar 7'6" MH/F
A handful of other rods including my custom travel sticks were too shy (read: I was too lazy to take them out) to make an appearance.
Looking for another revo s1 to add to that beautiful collection?
Chris at Tech reply :
On 1/26/2016 at 9:39 AM, PGlaze said:Looking for another revo s1 to add to that beautiful collection?
No thanks. Already have one G1 STX that's currently homeless
Mothercanucker reply :
From this to that. All Zodias. 2x Stradic Ci4+, Chronarch Ci4+, Core101mg, 15 Aldebaran, Metanium and MetaniumHG.
MIbassangler30 reply :
I primarily fish from the bank.
My new workhorse/all purpose set-up; 6' 10" MH Jackall Shimano Poison Adrena & Shimano Chronarch 150HG
My new flipping/pitching/frogging set-up; 7' 2" XH Megabass Levante "Perfect Pitch" & Shimano Exsense DC
Me: "Come on Spring, come on Spring, come on Spring!!!"
I'm like a little kid on Christmas Eve. Thought I'd post on here where they could be appreciated... the wife doesn't get it. Which is okay.
On 1/20/2016 at 1:55 PM, Mothercanucker said:
Hey man!
I asked you a week or two ago how you liked your Zodias rods. Thought I would follow up and let you know I ended up finding a Poison Adrena used, in excellent condition, for half the retail price. Or a little more than what the Zodias retails for. Super stoked and posted pics in this thread. BTW: Your new reels look amazing on those new Zodias rods. Keep me updated when you start hauling in swamp donkeys with 'em.
JC
Mothercanucker reply :
whoa. Those are sick. That's a good deal for an Adrena. I want! I don't know anything about the Exsense. Only know it was JDM only right?Will look into it.
MIbassangler30 reply :
On 1/28/2016 at 7:11 AM, Mothercanucker said:whoa. Those are sick. That's a good deal for an Adrena. I want! I don't know anything about the Exsense. Only know it was JDM only right?Will look into it.
Thanks man! The Exsense is beautiful. Pretty comparable to that Core you have but with X Ship and DC braking. The TackleTour review is spot on in my opinion. If you decide to get one, buy from Digitaka. Lowest price, fast/free shipping from Japan, they're legit.
JC
kickerfish1 reply :
Any lineup that includes at least one DC Reel like the Exscence DC is alright in my book!
Mothercanucker reply :
On 1/28/2016 at 8:29 AM, MIbassangler30 said:Thanks man! The Exsense is beautiful. Pretty comparable to that Core you have but with X Ship and DC braking. The TackleTour review is spot on in my opinion. If you decide to get one, buy from Digitaka. Lowest price, fast/free shipping from Japan, they're legit.
JC
That's where I got my Aldebaran from.
Murrica reply :
Got a screaming deal on this reel. I told myself I was going to wait until I saw this deal pop up. They even sent me some treats from Japan. Paired it with my Veracity Med. Mod Rod.
a1712 reply :
Just got the Smallie girls all serviced, just waiting for the thaw. Might take a bit after just getting hammered with 34" of snow. Brian.
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bootytrain reply :
On 1/30/2016 at 2:32 PM, a1712 said:Just got the Smallie girls all serviced, just waiting for the thaw. Might take a bit after just getting hammered with 34" of snow. Brian.
Holy 50 collection!
mrpao reply :
On 1/30/2016 at 2:32 PM, a1712 said:Just got the Smallie girls all serviced, just waiting for the thaw. Might take a bit after just getting hammered with 34" of snow. Brian.
Hmmm. I take it that you really like the 50 series.
KP Duty reply :
I think the adrena /ultima have the nicest butts of any rod on the market. Cat-call nice...
hzzhangc reply :
My BFS and DC rigs
kickerfish1 reply :
Looks good! Seeing possibly 2 Gen 1 Cumara rods but I can't tell what the others are. Can you fill in the blanks?
hzzhangc reply :
On 2/1/2016 at 12:06 PM, kickerfish1 said:Looks good! Seeing possibly 2 Gen 1 Cumara rods but I can't tell what the others are. Can you fill in the blanks?
The first one is major craft corkish and two on the right are bucoo and brown legend elite.
kickerfish1 reply :
Corkish looks great. If they brought the Speedstyle stateside I would probably pick up a finesse model.
clh121787 reply :
Swimbait stuff. Minus a box of hudds which now rest in a watery grave in the depths of an east Texas reservoir
clh121787 reply :
Big bait rod. Custom angle california special. 
DesertBass reply :
On 2/1/2016 at 3:59 PM, clh121787 said:Swimbait stuff. Minus a box of hudds which now rest in a watery grave in the depths of an east Texas reservoir
Nice stuff man!
On 2/1/2016 at 4:15 PM, clh121787 said:Big bait rod. Custom angle california special.
Pic isn't working.
DesertBass reply :
Little something I just picked up,Any suggestions on reels welcomed
stk reply :
On 2/1/2016 at 11:57 AM, hzzhangc said:My BFS and DC rigs
man, that ito...
@hzzhangc you always have the nicest gear. nice rigs.
bass raider reply :
My 2016 line up and newest addition.
bootytrain reply :
On 2/1/2016 at 5:04 PM, DesertBass said:Little something I just picked up,Any suggestions on reels welcomed
The new Aldebaran BFS that's coming out
Logan S reply :
Alright, I'm done for this offseason. Been thinking about upgrading my jerkbait rod for a while now but could never find anything that excited me enough to replace the Gen1 Cumara I've been using forever...Since my favorite jerkbait is the Vision 110, why not go with a rod named after it?
This thing is very unique, the handle is short so the effective length is almost the same as a 6'9" Cumara I was using previously. It has a moderate action but the tip is still pretty stiff so it doesn't feel like a noodle, it's an odd combination...Almost like the deep flex doesn't 'activate' until more weight is applied. I can't wait to get it on the water, shouldn't be too long now .
GoCougs14 reply :
On 2/2/2016 at 10:14 AM, Logan S said:Alright, I'm done for this offseason. Been thinking about upgrading my jerkbait rod for a while now but could never find anything that excited me enough to replace the Gen1 Cumara I've been using forever...Since my favorite jerkbait is the Vision 110, why not go with a rod named after it?
This thing is very unique, the handle is short so the effective length is almost the same as a 6'9" Cumara I was using previously. It has a moderate action but the tip is still pretty stiff so it doesn't feel like a noodle, it's an odd combination...Almost like the deep flex doesn't 'activate' until more weight is applied. I can't wait to get it on the water, shouldn't be too long now
How many megabass rods do you have now?
Im saving up for a XX perfect pitch atm, any megabass esp orochi's have me drooling right now haha.
On 2/2/2016 at 10:14 AM, Logan S said:
Logan S reply :
The X4 is my 5th, the other 4 are XX's. Check the FS sections on the various fishing forums to save some cash... All but 1 of mine were bought used.
Great rods for sure!
Master Bait'r reply :
Y'know, it just occurred to me that it's my birthday next week.
I'm going to go ahead and say I'll be posting in this thread again very soon.
Zimobass reply :
Happy Birthday for next week Master Bait'r ! Spoil yourself
Zach P reply :
On 2/2/2016 at 12:14 PM, Logan S said:The X4 is my 5th, the other 4 are XX's. Check the FS sections on the various fishing forums to save some cash... All but 1 of mine were bought used.
Great rods for sure!
What's the handle length like on this? I see your OG post states that the handle is short but from other pictures of this rod I've seen it seems pretty lengthy?
Logan S reply :
On 2/3/2016 at 10:12 PM, Bassquatch said:What's the handle length like on this? I see your OG post states that the handle is short but from other pictures of this rod I've seen it seems pretty lengthy?
It's shorter than any other rod I have by a good bit...Not pistol-grip short, but a good 2" or 3" shorter than all of my other rods. If you line the reel seats up, it's very close to the same tip length as a 6'8" LTB and 6'9" Cumara. I'll grab a picture when I get home and edit this post with it...Or just show you at the FOBA meeting tonight haha .
DirtyDeuceGoose reply :
All this snow is giving me withdrawals so bad that sometimes I just need to get them out to look at. Hit the Chicagoland Expo last weekend and looking forward to the show in Madison at the end of the month.
kickerfish1 reply :
^ Stellar Group!
tstraub reply :
Here is a picture of the newest reel in my aresonal. Its a Bass Pro Shops extreme. I picked it up on clearence from thier website for just under $60. I just love the way it looks and feels on my NO.8 black out rod colors are a perfect match.
rippin-lips reply :
New kayak spinning combo for next season. Balance is perfect!
Hogsticker reply :
On 2/4/2016 at 5:57 AM, rippin-lips said:New kayak spinning combo for next season. Balance is perfect!
Are you a tattoo artist? Kinda looks like a tat shop.
rippin-lips reply :
On 2/4/2016 at 3:05 PM, Hogsticker said:Are you a tattoo artist? Kinda looks like a tat shop.
Yes, it's a tattoo studio, and that's where I work.
Goose52 reply :
Scored a pretty fair deal on eBay recently. I got about $265 worth of tuning parts for $222:
- Avail deep spool
- ZPI 4bb handle w/Daiwa-style knobs
- 2bb cog wheel
- 1bb level wind kit
- Ceramic spool bearings
- Carbontex drag washers
- Ceramic pawl
So, you're thinking, that's not THAT great a deal - $265 value for $222. Not THAT much of a savings................
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................did I forget to mention that the deal included a relatively rare, mint condition (as in practically new) Abu Ambassadeur 2600C for FREE...
I hadn't planned on buying anything but was cruising through eBay looking at the usual suspects. I came across a mint 2600C already tricked out with all the usual tuning parts, and including the original box, papers, and all original parts. WOW! I place a relatively low bid, thinking I'll get outbid in the last few minutes of the auction. There was only ONE counterbid, that bumped the price $10, and the auction closed at $222 - quite a bit less than just the REEL would usually go for. Happy Camper me !
Not too many of these around:
Holy Thumb Bar Batman ! I have some muscle memory for these small Ambassadeurs and several times I caught myself reaching across the reel with my off-side thumb to push the clutch button like you would on a 1500 or 2500.
I guess the PO couldn't figure out how to use a nut retainer with the stock Abu nut on the ZPI handle:
Line on the reel, ready to go:
Original box, papers, parts:
The reel was WAY overbraked as I received it (the light Avail spool doesn't need a lot of braking). Opened the reel and found out that it already had the short/light brake blocks. I didn't have any lighter blocks in my modest collection so I just removed one of the blocks. Casts GREAT...
I haven't caught a fish with it yet so I can't give it Goose's official seal of approval...but I did have it on the water today so I get partial credit...
This type of reel might not be your cup of tea....but it floats my boat !!
DesertBass reply :
One of the swimbait setups.
shackman reply :
On 1/30/2016 at 5:05 PM, bootytrain said:Holy 50 collection!
Nice man! I love Shimano E's!!
shackman reply :
On 2/5/2016 at 9:51 AM, shackman said:On 2/5/2016 at 9:51 AM, shackman said:
On 1/30/2016 at 2:32 PM, a1712 said:Just got the Smallie girls all serviced, just waiting for the thaw. Might take a bit after just getting hammered with 34" of snow. Brian.
Nice man! Love me some Shimano E's!
Burtonxj reply :
6'8" MXF St. Croix Mojo Bass on a Shimano Sahara 2500
6'6" MF St. Croix Triumph (in need of repair and a reel)
6'6" MHF St. Croix Premeire on a Shimano Symetre 3000
7' MF St. Croix Tidemaster on a Shimano Stradic 3000
Primarily using this stuff for smallies and stripers.
Saving up for a baitcaster / rod. Figure it's about time I try one out. Looking forward to trying some different techniques / doing some more LMB fishing.
bass raider reply :
Figured I'd give abu another shot. Orra sx 7:1 with lews 95mm handle
tstraub reply :
The post man droped off a new to me reel today. Some of you might recognize it from the flea market forum. It was titled a Man's reel and the description was very funny. I after I got it I spolled it up and mounted it to an old ugly stick rod that was waiting for a good cheap reel with a clicker. out of the box it was screamming on casts so I pulled the side plate off and brushed the levelwind gears teeth and gave it a drop of oil. Now it behaves perfectly and will throw a 1 oz piece of lead clear out of sight.
Tyler
Goose52 reply :
On 2/9/2016 at 4:31 AM, tstraub said:The post man droped off a new to me reel today.
Tyler
That Flea Market post was the BEST post/advertisement I had ever seen in that forum. Your new combo looks very "MANLY" indeed...
kickerfish1 reply :
Steeze 100HA. Just got it in today and it will satisfy the "weight weenie" user! Getting it cleaned up internally so it will be ready for its first spring outing in a few months.
Dypsis reply :
Really excited for this combo! I will primarily use it for Jerkbaits and Topwater. I'll spool it with 13lb Sunline Defier Armilo. The Type R+ was brand new, I just put HH bearings in it and Carbontex drag. The Ultima is simply beautiful can't wait to fish it. Is it Spring yet??????
http://s1067.photobucket.com/user/mattbfleming/library/Jerkbait%20and%20Topwater%20Combo
Matt
0119 reply :
On 2/5/2016 at 7:27 AM, Goose52 said:This type of reel might not be your cup of tea....but it floats my boat !!
Mine too. That's was a real steal, I'm kicking myself for not seeing it listed.
rippin-lips reply :
New toy came today. It's partner should arrive on Thursday. Had to swap that stock zaion drag star and handle.
fisherrw reply :
On 2/10/2016 at 11:38 AM, rippin-lips said:New toy came today. It's partner should arrive on Thursday. Had to swap that stock zaion drag star and handle.
That's a sweet looking reel!!!
rippin-lips reply :
All partnered up on a XX DSR
buzzed bait reply :
On 2/12/2016 at 5:38 AM, rippin-lips said:All partnered up on a XX DSR
WHEW that cork's so clean it's blinding! nice match!
rippin-lips reply :
On 2/12/2016 at 6:03 AM, buzzed bait said:WHEW that cork's so clean it's blinding! nice match!
Yeah, I gotta get the plastic off and wipe it down so I can seal it. It'll also darken it up a bit and bring out the grain in the cork.
DirtyDeuceGoose reply :
That's classic. Nice combo.
buzzed bait reply :
On 2/12/2016 at 6:23 AM, rippin-lips said:Yeah, I gotta get the plastic off and wipe it down so I can seal it. It'll also darken it up a bit and bring out the grain in the cork.
Yeah my orochi XX changed quite a bit after some u40
smallies24/7 reply :
On 2/12/2016 at 10:44 AM, buzzed bait said:Yeah my orochi XX changed quite a bit after some u40
Same here. I much prefer the look with the U40.
EllisJuan reply :
First trip out with my new Curado 201i and G Loomis e6x 783c Mag Bass...
rippin-lips reply :
One more never hurts.
DirtyDeuceGoose reply :
You're gonna like that rod. What are your plans for it?
rippin-lips reply :
On 2/16/2016 at 10:28 AM, DirtyDeuceGoose said:You're gonna like that rod. What are your plans for it?
Nothing specific in mind. Just use it whatever it'll work for. More than likely heavier t rigs and 3/8 jigs.
smallies24/7 reply :
Here is an idea of how I roll. Sorry for the not so great pics, they were the best I could do before the rain started coming down. This is my complete lineup for 2016, but as you all know, things will surely change throughout the year
Most of these do not have the line they will have once fishing starts, so in the description of the reels, I will use the line I will be using during the season, not the line currently on the reel.
From left to right:
1.Dobyns Fury 795 Swimbait rod/Lews Speed Spool 5.4:1, 20-25lb Copoly- Swimbait/big bait rod
2. Dobyns 805 Randy McAbee Crankbait Rod/Lews BB1 5:1 12lb Invisx- Deep diving crankbaits
3. Megabass Orochi XX Flat-Side Special/Lews Tournament Pro 6.4:1 12lb Invisx- Lipless crankbaits and other smaller crankbaits
4. Megabass Orochi X4 Oneten Stick/Daiwa Alphas SV 105SH 15lb Braid with 10lb fluoro leader (or straight 10lb fluoro)- Jerkbaits
5. Dobyns Fury 704/Abu Garcia Revo SX 6.4:1 17lb Copoly- Spinnerbaits
6. Dobyns DX702C/ Daiwa Pixy Type-R 6.8:1 10lb braid with 6lb fluoro leader- BFS
7. Powell Endurance 673/Abu Garcia Revo MGX 7.9:1 30lb braid 12lb fluoro leader- All purpose
8. Powell Endurance 723/Lews Tournament Pro 7.1:1 12lb Sniper- All purpose
9. Powell Endurance 694/Lews Speed Spool 6.8:1 14lb Sniper- All purpose
10. Powell Endurance 723/Supertuned Daiwa Steez EX100HS 7.1:1 12lb Sniper- All Purpose
11. Kistler Helium 3 7' M/XF/Daiwa Steez 100H 6.3:1 8lb Fluoro- All purpose medium
12. Dobyns DX745/*** A 8.1:1 14lb Sniper- Jigs
13. Megabass Orochi XX EMTF/Lews Team Pro 7.1:1 30lb braid 12lb fluoro leader- Football Jigs
14. Megabass Orochi XX DSR/Daiwa Alphas SV 105SH 30lb braid 12lb fluoro leader- All purpose
15. Kistler KLX 6'9 MH/F (Fishes like a MH-Mod)/Lews Speed Spool 6.4:1 10lb Mono- Topwater
16. Powell Endurance 714/ Lews Speed Spool 7.5:1 50lb braid 17lb copoly leader- All purpose heavy
Spinners
1. Dobyns Champoin 702SF/Stradic 2500 10lb braid 6lb fluoro leader- Dropshot
2. 13 Envey 6'10 ML/XF/ Pflueger Supreme MGX 10lb braid 8lb fluoro leader- Smaller jerkbaits
3. Kistler Carbon Steel 6'10 M/XF/Shimano Sahara 2500FD 10lb braid 8lb fluoro leader- All purpose spinning
4. Kistler Carbon Steel 6'10 M/XF/Shimano Sahara 2500FD 6lb YZH- All purpose spinning
5. Kistler Carbon Steel 6'10 M/XF/Pflueger President 10lb braid 8lb fluoro leader- All purpose spinning
6. Abu Garcia Veritas 6'9 ML/F/Quantum Catalyst 15lb braid-8lb fluoro leader- Skipping senkos under docks
All of this is what I have accumulated in the past four years. All of my time and money outside of school go to fishing, And I have bought everything you see with my own money. You only live it once, so might as well live it right. And I have to take advantage of it now before real life starts and I have to start paying rent and taxes! Many of these rods and reels have come from recommendations from various site members, So thank you to those who have helped me, and thank you to this great site! Tight lines.
WdyCrankbait reply :
^ I'm going fishing with you sometime soon!
buzzed bait reply :
On 2/19/2016 at 5:40 AM, smallies24/7 said:Here is an idea of how I roll.
i "liked" your post for the green grass just as much as the collection!! really nice on both accounts!
bass raider reply :
On 2/19/2016 at 5:40 AM, smallies24/7 said:Here is an idea of how I roll. Sorry for the not so great pics, they were the best I could do before the rain started coming down. This is my complete lineup for 2016, but as you all know, things will surely change throughout the year
From left to right:
1.Dobyns Fury 795 Swimbait rod/Lews Speed Spool 5.4:1, 20-25lb Copoly- Swimbait/big bait rod
2. Dobyns 805 Randy McAbee Crankbait Rod/Lews BB1 5:1 12lb Invisx- Deep diving crankbaits
3. Megabass Orochi XX Flat-Side Special/Lews Tournament Pro 6.4:1 12lb Invisx- Lipless crankbaits and other smaller crankbaits
4. Megabass Orochi X4 Oneten Stick/Daiwa Alphas SV 105SH 15lb Braid with 10lb fluoro leader (or straight 10lb fluoro)- Jerkbaits
5. Dobyns Fury 704/Abu Garcia Revo SX 6.4:1 17lb Copoly- Spinnerbaits
6. Dobyns DX702C/ Daiwa Pixy Type-R 6.8:1 10lb braid with 6lb fluoro leader- BFS
7. Powell Endurance 673/Abu Garcia Revo MGX 7.9:1 30lb braid 12lb fluoro leader- All purpose
8. Powell Endurance 723/Lews Tournament Pro 7.1:1 12lb Sniper- All purpose
9. Powell Endurance 694/Lews Speed Spool 6.8:1 14lb Sniper- All purpose
10. Powell Endurance 723/Supertuned Daiwa Steez EX100HS 7.1:1 12lb Sniper- All Purpose
11. Kistler Helium 3 7' M/XF/Daiwa Steez 100H 6.3:1 8lb Fluoro- All purpose medium
12. Dobyns DX745/*** A 8.1:1 14lb Sniper- Jigs
13. Megabass Orochi XX EMTF/Lews Team Pro 7.1:1 30lb braid 12lb fluoro leader- Football Jigs
14. Megabass Orochi XX DSR/Daiwa Alphas SV 105SH 30lb braid 12lb fluoro leader- All purpose
15. Kistler KLX 6'9 MH/F (Fishes like a MH-Mod)/Lews Speed Spool 6.4:1 10lb Mono- Topwater
16. Powell Endurance 714/ Lews Speed Spool 7.5:1 50lb braid 17lb copoly leader- All purpose heavy
Spinners
1. Dobyns Champoin 702SF/Stradic 2500 10lb braid 6lb fluoro leader- Dropshot
2. 13 Envey 6'10 ML/XF/ Pflueger Supreme MGX 10lb braid 8lb fluoro leader- Smaller jerkbaits
3. Kistler Carbon Steel 6'10 M/XF/Shimano Sahara 2500FD 10lb braid 8lb fluoro leader- All purpose spinning
4. Kistler Carbon Steel 6'10 M/XF/Shimano Sahara 2500FD 6lb YZH- All purpose spinning
5. Kistler Carbon Steel 6'10 M/XF/Pflueger President 10lb braid 8lb fluoro leader- All purpose spinning
6. Abu Garcia Veritas 6'9 ML/F/Quantum Catalyst 15lb braid-8lb fluoro leader- Skipping senkos under docks
All of this is what I have accumulated in the past four years. All of my time and money outside of school go to fishing, And I have bought everything you see with my own money. You only live it once, so might as well live it right. And I have to take advantage of it now before real life starts and I have to start paying rent and taxes! Many of these rods and reels have come from recommendations from various site members, So thank you to those who have helped me, and thank you to this great site! Tight lines.
Thinking about getting a MGX as a graduation present for myself. How has yours treated you?
smallies24/7 reply :
On 2/19/2016 at 9:45 AM, bass raider said:Thinking about getting a MGX as a graduation present for myself. How has yours treated you?
I like it, but dont love it. I had two, but sold one. If you get one, shop around. Ive seen them going for $220 new at a few retailers. I definitely enjoy it, but wouldnt buy another. It isnt as smooth and the tolerances are not as tight as other reels in that price range. I feel is excels at around 1/4-3/8oz lures. Feel free to ask me any other questions you have, those are just my general thoughts on the reel.
On 2/19/2016 at 7:55 AM, WdyCrankbait said:^ I'm going fishing with you sometime soon!
Anytime! You were one of the people that convinced me to try my first Powell Endurance, and as you can see, I liked them. Appreciate the help you gave me introducing me to one of my favorite rods. Tight lines Wdy!
buzzed bait reply :
On 2/19/2016 at 9:45 AM, bass raider said:Thinking about getting a MGX as a graduation present for myself. How has yours treated you?
were you talking revo mgx or supreme mgx?
bass raider reply :
On 2/19/2016 at 10:45 AM, buzzed bait said:were you talking revo mgx or supreme mgx?
Whoops. I should've clarified. I was talking about the Revo.
On 2/19/2016 at 10:21 AM, smallies24/7 said:I like it, but dont love it. I had two, but sold one. If you get one, shop around. Ive seen them going for $220 new at a few retailers. I definitely enjoy it, but wouldnt buy another. It isnt as smooth and the tolerances are not as tight as other reels in that price range. I feel is excels at around 1/4-3/8oz lures. Feel free to ask me any other questions you have, those are just my general thoughts on the reel.
Thanks! Which reel(s) do you prefer over it? Other than the steezes. Lol
smallies24/7 reply :
On 2/19/2016 at 11:21 AM, bass raider said:Whoops. I should've clarified. I was talking about the Revo.
Thanks! Which reel(s) do you prefer over it? Other than the steezes. Lol
I prefer the Alphas SV105SH over it, that reel is a crazy value for $200. Just get a 90mm handle for it for another $20 and youre good. I also love my Lews Team Pro, but I got it two months ago, so to soon to tell. Plus you can get them on closeout on the auction site, where I got mine for 30% off retail. I also love my Tournament Pros. I dont know what it is, but they are a sweet reel for their price, and have been tremendous workhorses for me for the past two seasons. I do really enjoy using my MGX as well, I dont want it to sound like Im bashing it too bad. It certainly has its place in my arsenal. But these three reels offer some stiff competition, especially since all three can be had for $200 or less, which is almost half the retail of the MGX.
kickerfish1 reply :
Very nice collection! I am waiting on a few pieces before I do a "family photo" of mine. It will probably be a few months yet before I get these pieces but it should be worth the wait. I suppose I could do one of what I have now but I have too many moving pieces (reels in for service, rod shuffling, and things in transit).
smallies24/7 reply :
On 2/19/2016 at 12:22 PM, kickerfish1 said:Very nice collection! I am waiting on a few pieces before I do a "family photo" of mine. It will probably be a few months yet before I get these pieces but it should be worth the wait. I suppose I could do one of what I have now but I have too many moving pieces (reels in for service, rod shuffling, and things in transit).
I hear you man. Ive been debating whether or not to do this for the past couple months, since pieces are always moving and nothing seems set for long enough. Cant wait to see your collection!
kickerfish1 reply :
Thanks, and I am looking forward to what I hope will be better year health wise allowing me to fish more. My plan was to downsize to about 15 casting and spinning rigs combined from about 40. Well that didn't quite go as planned, and I ended up only buying higher end pieces. Something like 16 casting rigs and 8 spinning maybe more. I am about 3 rods away from having mates for everything. When the time is right I will get the photos up!
Jrob78 reply :
A little something from Japan.
rippin-lips reply :
Been looking at those myself for a few weeks now. I gotta sell my og zillion first or a rod or 2. Gotta keep things even.
Jrob78 reply :
On 2/20/2016 at 2:18 AM, rippin-lips said:Been looking at those myself for a few weeks now. I gotta sell my og zillion first or a rod or 2. Gotta keep things even.
Ichiban had another one in "excellent" condition when I bought this one. It didn't have a box but it was under $250.
tbone1993 reply :
On 2/14/2016 at 9:40 AM, EllisJuan said:First trip out with my new Curado 201i and G Loomis e6x 783c Mag Bass...
What line is that?
EllisJuan reply :
On 2/20/2016 at 2:42 AM, tbone1993 said:What line is that?
Sunline Super Natural Mizu Blue.
kickerfish1 reply :
New frog reel arrived today. Daiwa T31016 with red HH Studios parts. Reels has been cleaned and supertuned and is ready to fish. Gave it a backyard cast workout today and it feels very impressive. Paired with a Dobyns 735 Savvy, it is ready for some frogging!
THE_Vue's reply :
What was super tuned?
kickerfish1 reply :
On 2/21/2016 at 5:47 PM, THE_Vue's said:What was super tuned?
An internal polish of the friction points. Here is a link with some chatter on it... be sure to read DVTs comments...
Glenn reply :
An in-depth article on how to super-tune your reel:
http://www.bassresource.com/fishing/supertune-baitcaster.html
kickerfish1 reply :
Team Daiwa!
KP Duty reply :
On 2/13/2016 at 11:48 AM, smallies24/7 said:
Same here. I much prefer the look with the U40.
Very nice, but my OCD would never allow that kind of variety.
stk reply :
Just added this guy to the family. Winter does a hell of a job on my wallet.
dag3220 reply :
My new cranking reel, conquest 101hg
chubaka reply :
This just came in today. Testing it out on the waters tomorrow. Cant wait!
DelcoSol reply :
On 2/27/2016 at 3:31 AM, dag3220 said:My new cranking reel, conquest 101hg
Just got one myself. That reel is amazing.
EllisJuan reply :
Here is the newest weapon.
Loomis NRX 803C JWR - '13 Metniuam 101 w/ Microcast Shallow Spool, Studio Composite Hande, & Avail Bling
EllisJuan reply :
Here is this years full starting lineup...left to right...
Stradic CI4+ 1000FA on a St. Croix Premier 5'6" Light/Fast
Chronarch CI4+ 151 on a G. Loomis GLX 783C CBR 6'6" Medium/Moderate
'13 Metanium 101 on a G. Loomis NRX 803C JWR 6'8" Med-Heavy/Ex-Fast
Stradic 2500FK on a G. Loomis GLX 783S JWR 6'6" Med-Heavy/Fast
Curado 201i on a G. Loomis IMX 812C SBR 6'9" Medium/Fast
Boonie Vang reply :
On 2/29/2016 at 12:34 AM, EllisJuan said:Here is the newest weapon.
Loomis NRX 803C JWR - '13 Metniuam 101 w/ Microcast Shallow Spool, Studio Composite Hande, & Avail Bling
Jaw dropping
EllisJuan reply :
On 2/29/2016 at 3:09 PM, Boonie Vang said:Jaw dropping
Thanks man. Let's hope it performs as good as it looks. Feels great in the front yard casting 1/4oz-1/2oz....lol
bass raider reply :
Look at what showed up at my door today.. ?
EllisJuan reply :
A couple more glamour shots...
This makes for a spectacular shallow crank setup...Chronarch 151 w/ some Avail bling and carbon handle on a Loomis GLX 783 crankbait rod...
The best bang for the buck reel on the market...Curado 201i with a carbon handle on a IMX 812 Spinnerbait rod...
dag3220 reply :
Daiwa Tatula 6.3 w/Chinese BFS spool on St.Croix Legend Inshore 6'6" Light
Shimano Conquest 101 HG on Abu Garcia Villian 7' Med Mod
Abu Garcia Winch and KVD TOUR 7"11" MH Mod
Daiwa Tatula Type R 8.1:1 on Abu Garcia Veritas 7' MH
Shimano Aldeberan BFS XG on Shiamano Compre 6'6" Med XF
Shimano Aldeberan 50 on St.Croix Legend Xtreme 7' Med F
shaggydog reply :
On 2/29/2016 at 12:34 AM, EllisJuan said:Here is the newest weapon.
Loomis NRX 803C JWR - '13 Metniuam 101 w/ Microcast Shallow Spool, Studio Composite Hande, & Avail Bling
oh that blue line is so cute
kickerfish1 reply :
Got a few gold pieces for my 2nd Exscence DC. It's mate should be arriving today and should be well worth the wait. Additional photos to follow but here is a tease for now...
JGBassinAL reply :
The wait is over...
I.rar reply :
On 3/5/2016 at 6:30 AM, dag3220 said:Daiwa Tatula 6.3 w/Chinese BFS spool on St.Croix Legend Inshore 6'6" Light
What are you throwing on that light inshore rod?
dag3220 reply :
On 3/6/2016 at 7:14 AM, I.rar said:What are you throwing on that light inshore rod?
Ultralight cranks such as Rapala Mini Fat Rap, #4,#5 Rippin raps, a couple smaller x raps that are 1/16oz
Mepps #1 spinners
![IMAG0501[1].jpg](https://fishingpic.qciss.net/47f7636121b535248b65148fe0cc7a4df61e318dbdde6b181f5ea9934dd29f41/56db92ab96485_IMAG05011.thumb.jpg.c33a5640a4786d8b1bfe092db18de821.jpg)
![IMAG0502[1].jpg](https://fishingpic.qciss.net/47f7636121b535248b65148fe0cc7a4df61e318dbdde6b181f5ea9934dd29f41/56db92bf7a111_IMAG05021.thumb.jpg.663e7541dffbdf437bcf441b1946f515.jpg)
EllisJuan reply :
On 3/6/2016 at 10:19 AM, dag3220 said:Ultralight cranks such as Rapala Mini Fat Rap, #4,#5 Rippin raps, a couple smaller x raps that are 1/16oz
Mepps #1 spinners
Good stuff. That is pretty much the same stuff I throw on my Stradic CI4+/5'6" St. Croix Premier rig.
I.rar reply :
On 3/6/2016 at 10:19 AM, dag3220 said:Ultralight cranks such as Rapala Mini Fat Rap, #4,#5 Rippin raps, a couple smaller x raps that are 1/16oz
Mepps #1 spinners
Awesome thanks. Do you think it has enough backbone for small single hooks like 3" senkos?
dag3220 reply :
On 3/6/2016 at 9:38 PM, I.rar said:Awesome thanks. Do you think it has enough backbone for small single hooks like 3" senkos?
I think it be fine for 3" senkos. It has a moderate taper but that should have enough power for that size bait. I will definitely be giving those a shot once ice thaws over here!
kickerfish1 reply :
The wait was finally over for my dedicated jig rod and reel as I was informed by my builder it should be delivered on Saturday. Took a few weeks of planning and sourcing parts to get the things I wanted visually and fitment wise. Parts were sourced from Mudhole and Matagi to add further appeal. The blanks was the MHX Hi Mod 7'3 Heavy and the guides are Fuji alconites. Paired with an Exscence DC with a few gold pieces added, this should be a fun rig to use.
rippin-lips reply :
Very classy build. Nice and clean!
kickerfish1 reply :
On 3/7/2016 at 10:22 AM, rippin-lips said:Very classy build. Nice and clean!
Thanks Rippin! I wanted to incorporate gold, black and variations of grey including both gloss and matte between both the reel and rod. I also wanted to omit other items like "Built by" and "Built for". There were two decals added between the foam grips. One decal was the MHX rod decal and the other one was from Matagi. Decals were placed at the 12 o'clock and 6 o'clock position. Doing so helped keep the wait in the back end of the rod. Balance ended up being right in front of the fore grip piece.
Jrob78 reply :
Your builder does really clean work. You guys came up with a really great design, beautiful build.
Goose52 reply :
On 3/7/2016 at 9:15 AM, kickerfish1 said:The wait was finally over for my dedicated jig rod and reel as I was informed by my builder it should be delivered on Saturday. Took a few weeks of planning and sourcing parts to get the things I wanted visually and fitment wise. Parts were sourced from Mudhole and Matagi to add further appeal. The blanks was the MHX Hi Mod 7'3 Heavy and the guides are Fuji alconites. Paired with an Exscence DC with a few gold pieces added, this should be a fun right I use.
I usually don't "like" a post in this thread unless it has a fish in it (or it has a round reel) but this rod is so elegant it deserves a BIG LIKE !
Cyacnba reply :
On 3/7/2016 at 9:15 AM, kickerfish1 said:The wait was finally over for my dedicated jig rod and reel as I was informed by my builder it should be delivered on Saturday. Took a few weeks of planning and sourcing parts to get the things I wanted visually and fitment wise. Parts were sourced from Mudhole and Matagi to add further appeal. The blanks was the MHX Hi Mod 7'3 Heavy and the guides are Fuji alconites. Paired with an Exscence DC with a few gold pieces added, this should be a fun rig to use.
That's probably the most beautiful combo I've seen so far. May I ask what the whole set up's weight is?
Looking at your rod makes me want to get a custom rod now haha, but I must resist!
kickerfish1 reply :
Sadly I forgot to have the builder weigh it prior to shipping and I don't have a scale. The 874 Hi Mod blank by itself is 2.7 ounces. The finished rod is likely around 5 I would think but I would need to obtain a good scale to get the numbers. It doesn't feel heavy and balance is perfect. The reel is 8.5 ounces due to the DC unit. The whole outfit is probably 13-14 ounces but you wouldn't know it holding it due to the balance. Wasn't made with the weigh weenie in mind but to fish heavy jigs in around moderate to heavy cover.
JGBassinAL reply :
Curado 70XG mounted on a custom 7'6" Medium Heavy Rainshadow Eternity2 blank. Gonna be my new fb jig setup!
Dan_the_fisher reply :
I finally have something somewhat worthy of this thread
EllisJuan reply :
On 3/10/2016 at 7:13 AM, Dan_the_fisher said:
I finally have something somewhat worthy of this thread
Nice man. That is a beautiful reel.
I got a new handle today too...
DesertBass reply :
On 3/10/2016 at 7:13 AM, Dan_the_fisher said:
I finally have something somewhat worthy of this thread
Which handle is that?102mm swept?Thinking of throwing one on the curado!
TxHawgs reply :
On 3/10/2016 at 9:57 AM, EllisJuan said:Nice man. That is a beautiful reel.
I got a new handle today too...
Who makes this and where do you get them? Thanks
EllisJuan reply :
On 3/10/2016 at 2:57 PM, TxHawgs said:Who makes this and where do you get them? Thanks
Made by Studio Composites and available from Hedgehog Studios in Japan...
http://www.hedgehog-studio.co.jp/page/78
Dan_the_fisher reply :
On 3/10/2016 at 2:51 PM, DesertBass said:Which handle is that?102mm swept?Thinking of throwing one on the curado!
Yes it sure is, it's amazing so far
TxHawgs reply :
On 3/10/2016 at 7:07 PM, Dan_the_fisher said:Yes it sure is, it's amazing so far
Yea that is sweet!
On 3/7/2016 at 9:15 AM, kickerfish1 said:The wait was finally over for my dedicated jig rod and reel as I was informed by my builder it should be delivered on Saturday. Took a few weeks of planning and sourcing parts to get the things I wanted visually and fitment wise. Parts were sourced from Mudhole and Matagi to add further appeal. The blanks was the MHX Hi Mod 7'3 Heavy and the guides are Fuji alconites. Paired with an Exscence DC with a few gold pieces added, this should be a fun rig to use.
Damm, that's sick man! Who makes your rods?
buzzed bait reply :
On 3/10/2016 at 7:13 AM, Dan_the_fisher said:I finally have something somewhat worthy of this thread
somewhat worthy? that's a beauty!
Maico1 reply :
The Latest Victims..........
rippin-lips reply :
Phenix Recon 682 light with a beater tdz. 7:1 gear set - Ko air spool - Boca os7 bearings - carbontex drag washers - 90mm 100m handle - basszone knobs - #6 yozuri
buzzed bait reply :
On 3/11/2016 at 2:20 AM, rippin-lips said:Phenix Recon 682 light with a beater tdz. 7:1 gear set - Ko air spool - Boca os7 bearings - carbontex drag washers - 90mm 100m handle - basszone knobs - #6 yozuri
hey adam, what you plan on throwing with that setup? just curious since it's a light casting rod what you intended to use it for?
rippin-lips reply :
On 3/11/2016 at 3:40 AM, buzzed bait said:hey adam, what you plan on throwing with that setup? just curious since it's a light casting rod what you intended to use it for?
Anything 1/8-1/4oz +- a couple grams I can find. I did some weighing of baits and terminal tackle the other day. I was able to put together a decent little plastics selection for it. I already have the 3 power Recon and I've wanted to try this one out for awhile now. Finally found one used.
Finesse or Trick worms weightless or with 1/16-1/8 weight.
3/4" senkos weightless
3" grubs with 1/16-1/8 heads
neko rigs using 1/16-1/8oz heads or 3/32 nail weight
Keitechs fat and regular 2-4" weightless or with 1/16-1/8oz jig head on the smaller ones.
Ned rigs
Also some small cranks and poppers that I have.
buzzed bait reply :
On 3/11/2016 at 4:14 AM, rippin-lips said:Also some small cranks and poppers that I have.
very nice! this is what i'm looking for myself, something light enough to handle some small cranks, jerks or poppers.
rippin-lips reply :
On 3/11/2016 at 5:16 AM, buzzed bait said:very nice! this is what i'm looking for myself, something light enough to handle some small cranks, jerks or poppers.
The 2pwr is rated for 3/8oz
The 3pwr is rated for 1/2oz
The 3 power will handle 1/2oz but it feels like it's at its limit. 3/8oz is its sweet spot. According to Goose the 2 power will handle 3/8oz but it's near its limit also. If the 2 power follows suit then 1/4oz will be the sweet spot for it. It'll be a fun combo. Both are rated as fast action and I'd give the 713 a mod/fast rating slightly more towards fast but the 2 power is definitely a lot more towards the mod end of the spectrum.
buzzed bait reply :
On 3/11/2016 at 5:25 AM, rippin-lips said:The 2pwr is rated for 3/8oz
The 3pwr is rated for 1/2oz
The 3 power will handle 1/2oz but it feels like it's at its limit. 3/8oz is its sweet spot. According to Goose the 2 power will handle 3/8oz but it's near its limit also. If the 2 power follows suite then 1/4oz will be the sweet spot for it. It'll be a fun combo. Both are rated as fast action and I'd give the 713 a mod/fast rating slightly more towards fast but the 2 power is definitely a lot more towards the mod end of the spectrum.
thanks for that, the poppers/cranks i have in mind are 1/4 oz so that sounds like a good option for me. i'm a little overloaded on MH rods and looking to step one down to a ML or something like that so thanks for the info!
Goose52 reply :
On 3/11/2016 at 5:31 AM, buzzed bait said:thanks for that, the poppers/cranks i have in mind are 1/4 oz so that sounds like a good option for me. i'm a little overloaded on MH rods and looking to step one down to a ML or something like that so thanks for the info!
Just keep in mind that the 682C is indeed a "light power" and as rippin-lips said, it might be rated as "fast" action but if you put the rod under load and look at the curvature of the blank - you're probably closer to moderate than fast action.
I went to the 682C after fishing medium-light power rods quite a bit - so, I knew what I was getting into. If you have been fishing medium-heavies mostly, I'm afraid that you might be disappointed in the 682C and will feel that it's a noodle-rod. Give it some thought - you might want to consider a medium-light before dropping down to the "light" 682C.
buzzed bait reply :
On 3/11/2016 at 5:53 AM, Goose52 said:Just keep in mind that the 682C is indeed a "light power" and as rippin-lips said, it might be rated as "fast" action but if put the rod under load and look at the curvature of the blank - you're probably closer to moderate than fast action.
I went to the 682C after fishing medium-light power rods quite a bit - so, I knew what I was getting into. If you have been fishing medium-heavies mostly, I'm afraid that you might be disappointed in the 682C and will feel that it's a noodle-rod. Give it some thought - you might want to consider a medium-light before dropping down to the "light" 682C.
thanks for that Goose... i have a Dobyns Champion 682C, but sounds like it's a beefier rod than the phenix 682 maybe? and my dobyns 682c feels to me like a true fast action rod... but that's my uneducated opinion on that matter. i'll probably try to get my hands on whatever i buy because as you said, i don't want to feel like a wet noodle, but soft enough to throw the baits i intended...
thanks fellas!
and now back to the regularly scheduled show "tackle junkies"
I.rar reply :
On 3/6/2016 at 11:18 PM, dag3220 said:
On 3/6/2016 at 11:18 PM, dag3220 said:On 3/11/2016 at 2:20 AM, rippin-lips said:Phenix Recon 682 light with a beater tdz. 7:1 gear set - Ko air spool - Boca os7 bearings - carbontex drag washers - 90mm 100m handle - basszone knobs - #6 yozuri
Quote fail.
That rod looks familiar.
THE_Vue's reply :
Jrob78 reply :
Sweet set up! ^^^
kickerfish1 reply :
And I believe that is a JDM Orichi XX rod as evidenced by the red trim pieces! Never seen anyone with one before. Nice!
DirtyDeuceGoose reply :
Very nice indeed! I've been on the lookout for a JDM model I'm interested in for a while now. Nice snag
TxHawgs reply :
Love this thread, moved from PA to TX recently and I'm an hr from Lake Fork, YESSS lol. Started fishing tourneys on it with a local club as a co. My PA rods didn't cut it so I'm in the process of aquiring a whole new arsenal. I too consider myself a high end tackle junky. Once my master plan is complete I will post pics and hopefully be accepted into the cult mmmwwaahahahaha. Bent rods and tight lines to all!
TxHawgs reply :
Oh yea reason I wanted to post before rant, is the 2016 shimano bantam rod JDM or will it also be in the US? Sharp lookin rod for sure. Where u guys buy your JDM megabass rods? And what about evergreen international? I know ebay, japan tackle and jplat or something like that.
Dypsis reply :
On 3/12/2016 at 3:08 AM, TxHawgs said:Oh yea reason I wanted to post before rant, is the 2016 shimano bantam rod JDM or will it also be in the US? Sharp lookin rod for sure. Where u guys buy your JDM megabass rods? And what about evergreen international? I know ebay, japan tackle and jplat or something like that.
There are a bunch. I've personally purchased from - Digitaka, JLS, Samurai Fishing, bass.jp, and Japan Angler. It mostly comes down to who has what in stock for me sometimes. Some rods are just hard to come by, or are produced in 'runs' and once sold out you have to wait to wait for the next round. That's what I had to do with my Ultima. Paid for it then 3 weeks later it was shipped after the next run was made.
TxHawgs reply :
On 3/12/2016 at 3:25 AM, Dypsis said:There are a bunch. I've personally purchased from - Digitaka, JLS, Samurai Fishing, bass.jp, and Japan Angler. It mostly comes down to who has what in stock for me sometimes. Some rods are just hard to come by, or are produced in 'runs' and once sold out you have to wait to wait for the next round. That's what I had to do with my Ultima. Paid for it then 3 weeks later it was shipped after the next run was made.
Cool thanks man..
carlm01 reply :
LunkerFisher reply :
I may upgrade the rod this year, but here's my shortie
Dan_the_fisher reply :
Back of the boat line up for this year, just added a avid x to my lineup. Feels like a amazing rod, I like it a lot more than the og avid spinning rod but I was the other way around for the casting versions
avidx/symetre, imx/curado, avid/curado, tour edition pt/curado, xx emtf/bb1 pro
FlipSide reply :
Here's my lineup for the year, nothing too fancy or really high end but it suits my needs
From Left to Right
1. Lew's Tourney MG/St. Croix Premier 7' M
2. Lew's Tourney Pro/BPS Carbonlite 6'6'' M
3. Lew's BB1/Powell Diesel 7' MH Mod-Fast Glass
4. Lew's BB1/Abu Garcia Veritas 7' MH
5. Lew's Tourney MB/Enigma Aarons Edge 7'3'' H
6. Daiwa Tatula Type R/Enigma Aarons Edge 7'6'' XH
7. Lew's Tourney Pro/Denali Rosewood 6'9'' MH Mod-Fast
8. Lew's Tourney/Powell Diesel 7' MH Mod-Fast Glass
9. Lew's Tourney Pro/Powell Endurance 7'2'' MH
10. Lew's BB1/Gander Mtn X-Factor 7'2'' H
11. Lew's Tourney Pro/DVT Custom MHX 7'3'' H
12. Lew's BB2/Falcon Low-Rider XD Cranker 7'9'' H
13. Lew's Team Gold Carbon Spin/Dobyns Champ 7' ML
14. Lew's Team Pro Spin/Enigma Aarons Edge 7'2'' M
fisherrw reply :
On 3/15/2016 at 3:19 AM, FlipSide said:Here's my lineup for the year, nothing too fancy or really high end but it suits my needs
From Left to Right
1. Lew's Tourney MG/St. Croix Premier 7' M
2. Lew's Tourney Pro/BPS Carbonlite 6'6'' M
3. Lew's BB1/Powell Diesel 7' MH Mod-Fast Glass
4. Lew's BB1/Abu Garcia Veritas 7' MH
5. Lew's Tourney MB/Enigma Aarons Edge 7'3'' H
6. Daiwa Tatula Type R/Enigma Aarons Edge 7'6'' XH
7. Lew's Tourney Pro/Denali Rosewood 6'9'' MH Mod-Fast
8. Lew's Tourney/Powell Diesel 7' MH Mod-Fast Glass
9. Lew's Tourney Pro/Powell Endurance 7'2'' MH
10. Lew's BB1/Gander Mtn X-Factor 7'2'' H
11. Lew's Tourney Pro/DVT Custom MHX 7'3'' H
12. Lew's BB2/Falcon Low-Rider XD Cranker 7'9'' H
13. Lew's Team Gold Carbon Spin/Dobyns Champ 7' ML
14. Lew's Team Pro Spin/Enigma Aarons Edge 7'2'' M
Looks like your set up!!
On 3/11/2016 at 2:20 AM, rippin-lips said:Phenix Recon 682 light with a beater tdz. 7:1 gear set - Ko air spool - Boca os7 bearings - carbontex drag washers - 90mm 100m handle - basszone knobs - #6 yozuri
Sweet set up!! Where'd you get the knobs?
Burtonxj reply :
The EllisJuan shot. Needs some work.
Go to smallie rod for the upper Potomac. 6'6" MF E6X / Stradic. 10lb PP 8lb fl leader. Zoom Ultra Vibe Speed Craw.
iabass8 reply :
New toy. Really considering getting a second one. This is one super stick.
DX742C HP
TDZ 100ML
Tdz r+ spool
Boca orange 7s
7:1 gear set
Carbon Fiber drag
90MM CF handle
TDZ Type R + drag star
OG Zillion Type R + knobs
10# green Sunline FC sniper
ColdSVT reply :
Latest addition
Curado 71xg Loomis e6x 853
rippin-lips reply :
On 3/18/2016 at 8:59 AM, iabass8 said:New toy. Really considering getting a second one. This is one super stick.
DX742C HP
TDZ 100ML
100m spool
Boca orange 7s
7:1 gear set
Carbon Fiber drag
90MM CF handle
TDZ Type R + drag star
OG Zillion Type R + knobs
10# green Sunline FC sniper
I scored a 100ml last week for cheap. I'm excited to try it out.
EllisJuan reply :
On 3/18/2016 at 8:53 AM, Burtonxj said:The EllisJuan shot. Needs some work.
Go to smallie rod for the upper Potomac. 6'6" MF E6X / Stradic. 10lb PP 8lb fl leader. Zoom Ultra Vibe Speed Craw.
Haha...super sexy setup man. Love the line color coordination...
tbone1993 reply :
Dobyns Champion 765flip and a Quantum Smoke
buzzed bait reply :
On 3/18/2016 at 8:59 AM, iabass8 said:New toy. Really considering getting a second one. This is one super stick.
DX742C HP
TDZ 100ML
100m spool
Boca orange 7s
7:1 gear set
Carbon Fiber drag
90MM CF handle
TDZ Type R + drag star
OG Zillion Type R + knobs
10# green Sunline FC sniper
man those new DX HP are sweet looking rods, but the same hook keeper that i love to hate.....
iabass8 reply :
On 3/19/2016 at 2:59 AM, buzzed bait said:man those new DX HP are sweet looking rods, but the same hook keeper that i love to hate.....
closed hook keepers are the worst. OpenStyle4Lyfe
buzzed bait reply :
On 3/19/2016 at 5:03 AM, iabass8 said:closed hook keepers are the worst. OpenStyle4Lyfe
Hashtagyouforgotthehashtag
iabass8 reply :
On 3/18/2016 at 11:11 AM, rippin-lips said:I scored a 100ml last week for cheap. I'm excited to try it out.
It's a great little reel. I lied in my post about the spool. I always forget this is in there. Whoever sold me this reel either forgot about it being in there or was just being a sweetheart. He graciously left me a TDZ Type R+ spool. I have a couple Type R+ reels. They are my favorite.
rippin-lips reply :
On 3/19/2016 at 10:50 AM, iabass8 said:It's a great little reel. I lied in my post about the spool. I always forget this is in there. Whoever sold me this reel either forgot about it being in there or was just being a sweetheart. He graciously left me a TDZ Type R+ spool. I have a couple Type R+ reels. They are my favorite.
Isn't the R+ spool only for the standard tdz/Steez/t3 platform? 100m spool is larger and fits 100m/ml and OG zillion.
hzzhangc reply :
The R+spool is 32mm so it should fit the 100m or zillion which use 34mm spool. You can also see a space in the pic.
rippin-lips reply :
On 3/19/2016 at 10:36 PM, hzzhangc said:The R+spool is 32mm so it should fit the 100m or zillion which use 34mm spool. You can also see a space in the pic.
Yeah, I knew they were 2 different sizes. I knew people adapted different sized spools using spacers but I've never heard of someone just using it with the gap. You'd think tons of people would just throw the smaller sv spool in the og zillion and call it a day if it works without any issues.
iabass8 reply :
On 3/20/2016 at 12:34 AM, rippin-lips said:Yeah, I knew they were 2 different sizes. I knew people adapted different sized spools using spacers but I've never heard of someone just using it with the gap. You'd think tons of people would just throw the smaller sv spool in the og zillion and call it a day if it works without any issues.
You are correct. Me on the other hand, can't keep all my TDZs in order. I must have put one of my 103s on the 742 and my 100m on another dx. The us trail tag is worn off of that 100m so i must have confused them. Ive swapt spools around and the gap is annoying. Ive had line get in it on an og zillion and a 100. I dont use the 100 for much under 5/16oz + plastic and heavy fluoro. the r+ spool is really nice for everything.
rippin-lips reply :
I know what you mean. I have 3 103's and a 100ml in the mail.
TxHawgs reply :
This is asking for your guys opinions and feel it's better asked in her than in another thread. U guys like me are really into your tackle and that's why I posted in hear. I need a real for a CB and SWB rod. CB rod is gonna be for stuff like 1.5 2.5 squarebills but Shimano doesn't make any of there high end low profile left hand reels in low gear ratio. So it's either a Mentanium in the 6.4 or whatever it is or a Calcutta Conquest in the 101 size. I haven't owned a round reel for a long time and only concerned of the sz. for palming it and the weight. SWB and A rig rod isn't going to be for huge baits but stuff like 2 to 4oz. Don't think I have a choice with this one, if sticking w Shimano it's gonna have to be a round. Will a 201 cover me on the newer small A rigs and 2 to 3 oz swimbaits? Sorry it's a lot of stuff to ask and thanks guys.
byram bassturd reply :
Only looking at shimano?
byram bassturd reply :
I have a conquest 101dc and used to have a 101. I think that it would work great for the squarebills that you mention. A 201 would work better for the swimbaits esp. the heavier ones because of the higher line capacity.
iabass8 reply :
On 3/20/2016 at 5:11 AM, TxHawgs said:This is asking for your guys opinions and feel it's better asked in her than in another thread. U guys like me are really into your tackle and that's why I posted in hear. I need a real for a CB and SWB rod. CB rod is gonna be for stuff like 1.5 2.5 squarebills but Shimano doesn't make any of there high end low profile left hand reels in low gear ratio. So it's either a Mentanium in the 6.4 or whatever it is or a Calcutta Conquest in the 101 size. I haven't owned a round reel for a long time and only concerned of the sz. for palming it and the weight. SWB and A rig rod isn't going to be for huge baits but stuff like 2 to 4oz. Don't think I have a choice with this one, if sticking w Shimano it's gonna have to be a round. Will a 201 cover me on the newer small A rigs and 2 to 3 oz swimbaits? Sorry it's a lot of stuff to ask and thanks guys.
Well, if you're stuck on Shimano, really any of their higher end offerings will throw a 1.5/2.5 exceptionally well. If you have a half-way competent thumb, engaging a single brake tab and keeping the brakes low will throw a bait a mile pretty effortlessly. The only thing to really concern yourself is the reels form factor as Shimanos frames differ and palm different series to series. At least to me they do. I personally throw all my squarebills and mid depth cranks on TDZ 100MLs. I prefer the 5 gear ratio for squarebills but I throw them in a lot of heavy wood and shallow shallow rock. Those reels are just butter smooth and the 100m spool is pretty effortless. Can't help you /w swimbaits.
TxHawgs reply :
On 3/20/2016 at 7:06 AM, iabass8 said:Well, if you're stuck on Shimano, really any of their higher end offerings will throw a 1.5/2.5 exceptionally well. If you have a half-way competent thumb, engaging a single brake tab and keeping the brakes low will throw a bait a mile pretty effortlessly. The only thing to really concern yourself is the reels form factor as Shimanos frames differ and palm different series to series. At least to me they do. I personally throw all my squarebills and mid depth cranks on TDZ 100MLs. I prefer the 5 gear ratio for squarebills but I throw them in a lot of heavy wood and shallow shallow rock. Those reels are just butter smooth and the 100m spool is pretty effortless. Can't help you /w swimbaits.
I'm gonna pick up some high end Daiwa reels later this yr. Some in the Steez lineup. The decision I need to make so I can purchase this now is 5.2 or 6.4 ratio for squarebills and the more I think about it I'm leaning towards the 6.4. Just think the 5.2 is too slow. Actually I'm in a ton of timber on Fork also, can u tell me what makes the 5.2 better in wood?
iabass8 reply :
On 3/20/2016 at 7:20 AM, TxHawgs said:I'm gonna pick up some high end Daiwa reels later this yr. Some in the Steez lineup. The decision I need to make so I can purchase this now is 5.2 or 6.4 ratio for squarebills and the more I think about it I'm leaning towards the 6.4. Just think the 5.2 is too slow. Actually I'm in a ton of timber on Fork also, can u tell me what makes the 5.2 better in wood?
The TDZ is 5.7. It isn't so much "better" rather than personal preference. My 5.7 TDZ is roughly 22 IPT. The 6.4 Metanium is probably around 27-28. It isn't a night a day difference really. In my experience, working balsa squarebills through timber and brush requires some finesse and a slow gear ratio prohibits me from burning it through the laydown without missing branches and not hitting spots that I should have been banging that bait into. It isn't a snails pace or anything that people for some reason think 5X is. Unless you're bombing a lipless bait in open water and ripping it through grass, you aren't going to notice a huge difference in retrieve rates on short line casts. The difference is there, but it's so minimal for most target casting techniques I don't even pay attention to it.. I'd put an emphasis on how a reel feels on the rod over a 5-6 difference in IPT. Even if I was after a reel that I wanted to burn a bait back, I'll choose the reel that feels better in hand and on the rod over being uncomfortable 11 times out of 10.
If you want the 6.4 mentanium, I'd just get it and don't think twice about it. You aren't going to notice a huge difference in a 5X Mentanium vs a 6.4 throwing squarebills. Lipless baits, the 6.4 would be nicer. It isn't as if you can go wrong /w the Metanium. I don't recall hearing a single bad thing about the reel. You're overthinking it. Just get it if you want it.
DirtyDeuceGoose reply :
I caught my PB on a chronarch e7 throwing a 1.5 on a mojo spinnerbait rod. If that doesn't debunk some tech-spec myths I don't know what will!
JGBassinAL reply :
I throw my squarebills with a Core 50MG7. You can really throw a shallow crank with any gear ratio. I think the Met in 6.2:1 or the new Scorpion in 6.2:1 would be perfect. For swimbaits get you a Curado 300E if you aren't into round reels. I love the 300E.
Jrob78 reply :
On 3/20/2016 at 7:46 AM, iabass8 said:You're overthinking it. Just get it if you want it.
This
Goose52 reply :
I guess it's mandatory to add a custom handle to post in this thread:
And before the custom handle:
And of course, my rule is that you have to catch a fish. It's not a very big bass...but it's a genuine largemouth bass...
(The reel still had a stock handle in this photo - imagine that - you don't NEED the custom handle to catch fish... Of course, now that I have the custom handle, I'll probably catch bigger bass... )
kickerfish1 reply :
What was the difference in size between the original handle and the aftermarket handle? Looks like the original handle was 75mm and aftermarket around 85mm?
Goose52 reply :
On 3/21/2016 at 12:24 AM, kickerfish1 said:What was the difference in size between the original handle and the aftermarket handle? Looks like the original handle was 75mm and aftermarket around 85mm?
Early Abu handle sizes were based on the length of the handle, not center-to-center on the knobs as we measure today. So, the original handle is about 65mm, and the longer handle is the "power handle" size at 90mm.
Measured "modern-method" (center-to-center), the early handle is about 56mm, the longer handle is a whopping 81mm !
kickerfish1 reply :
Interesting! Really puts into perspective how handle length and gear ratios have quickly changed as of late.
Goose52 reply :
On 3/21/2016 at 1:12 AM, kickerfish1 said:Interesting! Really puts into perspective how handle length and gear ratios have quickly changed as of late.
Actually, the short handle lengths on early Abus were somewhat of necessity. Most early Record reels, and some of the Ambassadeurs of the series of the reel in the photo, were direct drive "knucklebusters" where the handle spun on the cast and was part of the overall rotating mass. The shorter/lighter the handle, the less mass, resulting in longer casting distance.
The reel in the photo is an interesting hybrid. It's direct drive and has no drag system or anti-reverse...BUT, it has a mechanism that disengages the handle during the cast (everything else is turning though - the spool, line guide, gears). So, handle mass doesn't affect the casting distance and thus allows the luxury of upgrading the handle.
Ah, the good old days !
FrankN209 reply :
My Bass Fishing Setup for 2016
For heavy swimbaits
Abu Garcia Ambassadeur 5601C4
Bass Pro Bionic Blade RT3 Heavy 7'6" BIB76HT-Fast-Lure Weight:1 - 4 oz
Medium All Purpose
Johnny Morris XPS JMX10HLC
Bass Pro Bionic Blade 7' Medium-BNX70MT-Lure Weight:1/4 - 5/8 oz
Finesse Light Weight
Team Lew's Pro Magnesium Speed Spool ACB TLM1SHL
Powell Max3D 6'10" Medium Mod-Fast-6104CBMOD-Fast-Lure Weight:1/4-3/4 oz
rippin-lips reply :
Finally able to find a J Dream limited for a good price and in really good condition. #dreamteam
DirtyDeuceGoose reply :
On 3/23/2016 at 2:47 AM, rippin-lips said:Finally able to find a J Dream limited for a good price and in really good condition. #dreamteam
Nice pick up, I finally grabbed a NIB Zonda myself. Which rod is yours riding on?
Dypsis reply :
Since, we're doing handle upgrades.
rippin-lips reply :
I think I'm going to put it on my emtf for now until I sell off some gear. Then I'll grab an XX perfect pitch for it probably. We'll see what happens. I'm back up to having more combos than I want so I gotta sell off some things before anymore buying happens.
Jrob78 reply :
On 3/23/2016 at 2:47 AM, rippin-lips said:Finally able to find a J Dream limited for a good price and in really good condition. #dreamteam
Nice, you're going to love it. #dreamteam
TxHawgs reply :
On 3/20/2016 at 7:06 AM, iabass8 said:Want a low profile reel for CB in a 5+ gear ratio. Only one Shimano makes is RH only. So started looking at Steez models and couldn't find one in that lineup either. Is anyone throwing bigger cranks 5, 6XD on the 6.2 Metanium? Not worried about the speed but everyone says how you will burn out your arm/fingers throwing the bigger DD on the faster ratios. So wondering how it is with the 6.2 Met. Or if I'm overlooking a Steez in that ratio let me know. Could go with ABU but really don't want too. Thanks guys!
LunkerFisher reply :
Nothing custom or anything, but it's still a team Lew's lite on a LTB 6'8" MF. This setup is so easy to handle, and versatile to boot!
TxHawgs reply :
I can't believe I haven't seen anyone post pics of the 16 Mentaniums yet? I just had to buy 13's because only the RH is available right now. Most which are selling for less than 13's! What a kick in the butt that is. The new ones IMO are nicer, I like that they are all silver. Just got new rods and couldn't wait till end of May/June for the new ones. Currently fishing tournaments with 2 rods 1 spinning 1 baitcaster and it's not very productive. So made the decision to buy the 13's now and the 16's when available. Will post pics of new NRX rods and reels once I get them.
EllisJuan reply :
On 3/23/2016 at 12:41 PM, TxHawgs said:I can't believe I haven't seen anyone post pics of the 16 Mentaniums yet? I just had to buy 13's because only the RH is available right now. Most which are selling for less than 13's! What a kick in the butt that is. The new ones IMO are nicer, I like that they are all silver. Just got new rods and couldn't wait till end of May/June for the new ones. Currently fishing tournaments with 2 rods 1 spinning 1 baitcaster and it's not very productive. So made the decision to buy the 13's now and the 16's when available. Will post pics of new NRX rods and reels once I get them.
I feel your pain man. I am a fellow Lefty that would love to be snagging up a 16 to compare to my 13 with a Microcast shallow spool. I have mine on a NRX also...a 803C JWR. It is a phenomenal combo...as good as you can get. What is yours going on?
thehooligan reply :
16 bfs xg, awesome reel. Got me a new pb crappie, 16 inch, 2.10lbs
Hogsticker reply :
On 3/23/2016 at 9:24 PM, thehooligan said:16 bfs xg, awesome reel. Got me a new pb crappie, 16 inch, 2.10lbs
Nice reel Home Skillet. Even nicer slab!!
Goose52 reply :
On 3/23/2016 at 9:24 PM, thehooligan said:16 bfs xg, awesome reel. Got me a new pb crappie, 16 inch, 2.10lbs
Nice fish ! And the reel is nice too...
EllisJuan reply :
Third cast on the new combo. Supertuned Calcutta 101 on a Loomis GLX 785 CBR Med-Heavy/Mod...
I have never felt a cranking setup like this before.
FrankN209 reply :
On 3/24/2016 at 1:52 AM, EllisJuan said:Third cast on the new combo. Supertuned Calcutta 101 on a Loomis GLX 785 CBR Med-Heavy/Mod...
I have never felt a cranking setup like this before.
Supertuned?
EllisJuan reply :
On 3/24/2016 at 6:21 AM, FrankN209 said:Supertuned?
Disassembled, cleaned, re-greased, carbon drag discs, every bearing upgraded (Ceramics on the spool, Japanese stainless "ABEC 7s" everywhere else), Microcast Spool, longer carbon handle, etc. Basically made my best effort make a great reel even better.
Goose52 reply :
On 3/24/2016 at 1:52 AM, EllisJuan said:Third cast on the new combo. Supertuned Calcutta 101 on a Loomis GLX 785 CBR Med-Heavy/Mod...
I have never felt a cranking setup like this before.
Yeah baby - the round reel scores...
FrankN209 reply :
On 3/24/2016 at 6:30 AM, EllisJuan said:Disassembled, cleaned, re-greased, carbon drag discs, every bearing upgraded (Ceramics on the spool, Japanese stainless "ABEC 7s" everywhere else), Microcast Spool, longer carbon handle, etc. Basically made my best effort make a great reel even better.
Ok, that's what I thought, was just wondering. I ordered some Ceramics for my Lew's also.
Jrob78 reply :
On 3/24/2016 at 6:30 AM, EllisJuan said:Disassembled, cleaned, re-greased, carbon drag discs, every bearing upgraded (Ceramics on the spool, Japanese stainless "ABEC 7s" everywhere else), Microcast Spool, longer carbon handle, etc. Basically made my best effort make a great reel even better.
Just fyi, that isn't a supertune. Sweet set up though.
EllisJuan reply :
On 3/24/2016 at 9:15 AM, Jrob78 said:Just fyi, that isn't a supertune. Sweet set up though.
Please enlighten me.
kickerfish1 reply :
Nice combo Matt, and congrats on the PB crappie!
On 3/24/2016 at 9:26 AM, EllisJuan said:Please enlighten me.
Simply search for "supertune". It is not so much upgrades as it is the polishing of various friction points inside a reel.
On 3/23/2016 at 9:24 PM, thehooligan said:16 bfs xg, awesome reel. Got me a new pb crappie, 16 inch, 2.10lbs
Nice combo Matt, and congrats on the PB crappie!
Jrob78 reply :
On 3/24/2016 at 9:26 AM, EllisJuan said:Please enlighten me.
Like kickerfish said, a supertune involves polishing internal parts.
EllisJuan reply :
I read quite a bit on super tuning in the past. I know that often times polishing is involved in addition to upgrading the bearings, drag, and spool? With the micro-gear setup used in the Conquest, I am just not sure what parts would need to be polished. Have either of you supertuned a Conquest or a shimano reel using this type of gear set? Many of the parts I would normally polish simply don't seem like they need it.
Sorry, I guess I should just call it heavily upgraded. Either way, I am in love.
Bluebasser86 reply :
You could PM DVT for an expert explanation, but to my knowledge, it's basically polishing contact points to reduce friction as much as possible. Which ones, I don't know, but I do know it makes a huge difference in casting distance with some reels, but not all of them.
Molay1292 reply :
spool shaft ends, internal bore of pinion gear, metal clutch parts, tension disks if they are brass, sometimes polishing the drag washers is a part of a supertune. You can even go as far as polishing the lips of your spools. Just depends on how detailed you want to get.
cottny27 reply :
I don't get huge gains in casting distance just the ease of casting, less effort. Drags washers for sure benefit from it.
Sir Real reply :
Recently picked up a Quantum Exo PT100 ($99) and a St. Croix Mojo Bass 7'0" MHF ($89) rod.
Cmiller reply :
On 3/24/2016 at 9:13 PM, Sir Real said:Recently picked up a Quantum Exo PT100 ($99) and a St. Croix Mojo Bass 7'0" MHF ($89) rod.
Where did you find the exo for $99?
Sir Real reply :
Cabela's had an in store sale on them while supplies lasted. They had several of each gear ratio (5.3, 6.6, and 7.3). I picked up a 6.6. There were guys walking out with multiple reels (one guy bought 6 of them). I couldn't pass up this deal.
EllisJuan reply :
....and I'm spent. Literally.
kickerfish1 reply :
^^ Looks good! But for the cost of those parts you could have bought a 2nd Met!. But I shouldn't be one to talk.
HookdUP reply :
I wonder how much better that feel is with those parts compared to a stock one
EllisJuan reply :
On 3/25/2016 at 1:59 AM, HookdUP said:I wonder how much better that feel is with those parts compared to a stock one
The most noticeable as far as performance was the lightweight shallow spool. It casts even better all around and really handles the light stuff 1/4oz and bellow even better than it did stock. I also like the feel of the offset handle and big EVA knobs. The rest is pretty much eye candy. The upgrades were costly, but I don't regret it. It made it uniquily mine, and the performance with that spool is off the chart.
HookdUP reply :
It's gorgeous..... I have a turbo Honda so I've been a jdm ***** for years ... Fishing reels are nothing compared to front ends and engines lol
EllisJuan reply :
On 3/25/2016 at 2:06 AM, HookdUP said:It's gorgeous..... I have a turbo Honda so I've been a jdm ***** for years ... Fishing reels are nothing compared to front ends and engines lol
Haha...I know that game, but I am usdm, or actually ADM. My built 2004 gto is ironically a Australian built Holden rebadged. The LS1 engine parts aren't bad but all the Australian suspension/rear end parts are outrageous.
Thanks for the compliment on the reel. The upside is it performs as good as it looks.
HookdUP reply :
My friend at work has one he just blew his motor and is going ls3 now .... But he's got the full Holden conversion
TxHawgs reply :
On 3/25/2016 at 2:04 AM, EllisJuan said:The most noticeable as far as performance was the lightweight shallow spool. It casts even better all around and really handles the light stuff 1/4oz and bellow even better than it did stock. I also like the feel of the offset handle and big EVA knobs. The rest is pretty much eye candy. The upgrades were costly, but I don't regret it. It made it uniquily mine, and the performance with that spool is off the chart.
A lot of u guys are always putting the shallow spools on and I'm the complete opposite, I'm always wanting a deeper spool. Not one for every Mentanium I have on its way but for ones I wanna throw 20-25lb fluro on. Anyone know roughly how much 20-22-25lb fluro u can get on the stock Metanium spool?
TxHawgs reply :
Was looking at the new 16 Shimano Stile, why did Shimano put such a shallow spool on a 5.8 reel? I don't know anyone including myself that uses braid to throw CB's. Does anyone know if someone makes a deep spool for the Aldebaran? I'm thinking these 2 reels run the same spool?
thehooligan reply :
On 3/25/2016 at 3:46 PM, TxHawgs said:Was looking at the new 16 Shimano Stile, why did Shimano put such a shallow spool on a 5.8 reel? I don't know anyone including myself that uses braid to throw CB's. Does anyone know if someone makes a deep spool for the Aldebaran? I'm thinking these 2 reels run the same spool?
It's a finesse reel, holds the perfect amount of 8-12lb mono.
IAY reply :
On 3/25/2016 at 3:46 PM, TxHawgs said:Was looking at the new 16 Shimano Stile, why did Shimano put such a shallow spool on a 5.8 reel? I don't know anyone including myself that uses braid to throw CB's. Does anyone know if someone makes a deep spool for the Aldebaran? I'm thinking these 2 reels run the same spool?
It's meant to be used with 8 strand braid, which is thin but very powerful. It is used for inshore and boat fishing for breams.
BirdNestBen reply :
I went way overboard.. already had too many but just added a zillion and a mgx....
my two fav reels i have are the mgx and curado 300e... 2 fav rod is the carrot stix and its a awesome rod... duckett white ice terry scroggins model..very light and casts a long ways..
TxHawgs reply :
On 3/23/2016 at 2:29 PM, EllisJuan said:I feel your pain man. I am a fellow Lefty that would love to be snagging up a 16 to compare to my 13 with a Microcast shallow spool. I have mine on a NRX also...a 803C JWR. It is a phenomenal combo...as good as you can get. What is yours going on?
I'm picking up more than one rod, and I'm gonna need to pu more than one 16.
buzzed bait reply :
On 3/25/2016 at 2:55 PM, TxHawgs said:A lot of u guys are always putting the shallow spools on and I'm the complete opposite, I'm always wanting a deeper spool. Not one for every Mentanium I have on its way but for ones I wanna throw 20-25lb fluro on. Anyone know roughly how much 20-22-25lb fluro u can get on the stock Metanium spool?
what brand of fluoro? the line diameter differs greatly from one brand to another.
EllisJuan reply :
On 3/25/2016 at 2:55 PM, TxHawgs said:A lot of u guys are always putting the shallow spools on and I'm the complete opposite, I'm always wanting a deeper spool. Not one for every Mentanium I have on its way but for ones I wanna throw 20-25lb fluro on. Anyone know roughly how much 20-22-25lb fluro u can get on the stock Metanium spool?
I can't give you the exact amount, but I can not imagine it not being enough. I find that more than ~65 yards is a waste. I never get to the rest of the spool before I want to change the line.
EllisJuan reply :
Reel porn...
Bluebasser86 reply :
Two of the newest additions to my lineup. Also picked up a Casitas 150 for my jerkbait rod.
Goose52 reply :
On 3/27/2016 at 2:00 PM, EllisJuan said:Reel porn...
Conquests look better when accompanied by a bass...you need to work on that...
carlm01 reply :
Ready for spring
dropshottah reply :
On 3/27/2016 at 9:21 PM, carlm01 said:Ready for spring
Where are your spinning rods?
EllisJuan reply :
On 3/27/2016 at 7:57 PM, Goose52 said:Conquests look better when accompanied by a bass...you need to work on that...
Goose52 reply :
On 3/28/2016 at 1:20 AM, EllisJuan said:
Dang - that's right - I even "liked" that post. Good show !
dwong reply :
Not the best picture wanted to get her back in the water. d**n you thehooligan for making me pick up the zpi knobs.
curtis9 reply :
On 3/27/2016 at 2:00 PM, EllisJuan said:Reel porn...
What handle is that?
EllisJuan reply :
On 3/28/2016 at 3:36 AM, curtis9 said:What handle is that?
I'm not entirely sure, but I think it is a DIY carbon handle. I bought it from a forum member a few months ago. It fits the Conquest great as far as clearing the drag star.
Dan_the_fisher reply :
EllisJuan reply :
New lightweight finesse setup. JDM Shimano Soare CI4+ 2000HGS on a Expride 6'4" Med-Light Med-Fast...
JGBassinAL reply :
Newest addition...
rippin-lips reply :
Felt like the longest week ever but it's here and oh my goodness it's nice!
stk reply :
What Megabass rod do you have the j dream on? Looks excellent.
HookdUP reply :
rippin-lips reply :
On 3/31/2016 at 1:06 AM, stk said:What Megabass rod do you have the j dream on? Looks excellent.
Orochi XX EMTF
buzzed bait reply :
On 3/31/2016 at 1:50 AM, rippin-lips said:Orochi XX EMTF
looks very nice!
rippin-lips reply :
On 3/31/2016 at 2:39 AM, buzzed bait said:looks very nice!
Thanks, Justin. It'll be on a perfect pitch within the next week. It's on the way.
Cyacnba reply :
I can finally post something here lol.
dam0007 reply :
On 3/27/2016 at 2:10 PM, Bluebasser86 said:Two of the newest additions to my lineup. Also picked up a Casitas 150 for my jerkbait rod.
Hey bro do you feel any difference between the 2?
Bluebasser86 reply :
On 3/31/2016 at 8:41 PM, dam0007 said:Hey bro do you feel any difference between the 2?
Have not fished the Scorpion yet, but I will in about an hour. I'll try to remember to give a report on any differences I notice between the two. The Curado feels great, already has me thinking about picking up another one. The 50s were too small for me, my hands would end up hurting by the end of the day. These 70s fit in my hands perfect and hold about the perfect amount of line for bass fishing. They're obviously different retrieve speeds and will be used for different techniques though.
dam0007 reply :
On 3/31/2016 at 8:45 PM, Bluebasser86 said:Have not fished the Scorpion yet, but I will in about an hour. I'll try to remember to give a report on any differences I notice between the two. The Curado feels great, already has me thinking about picking up another one. The 50s were too small for me, my hands would end up hurting by the end of the day. These 70s fit in my hands perfect and hold about the perfect amount of line for bass fishing. They're obviously different retrieve speeds and will be used for different techniques though.
Cool! Catch a beast!!
Yeah let us know. Haven't really seen any side by side comparisons. Would love to know. Have the Scorps on pre order (lefty) but debating if I should just order a Curado now instead??? Lol
lmbfisherman reply :
On 3/31/2016 at 8:47 PM, dam0007 said:Cool! Catch a beast!!
Yeah let us know. Haven't really seen any side by side comparisons. Would love to know. Have the Scorps on pre order (lefty) but debating if I should just order a Curado now instead??? Lol
I couldn't wait and pulled a trigger yesterday for a 70 XG. I figure I'll get the Scorpion down the road when it dies down in demand?. Although I haven't put the new reel to the test but they feel great and already feel like getting another one.
buzzed bait reply :
Mail lady was good to me yesterday!
Got my Recon 2 683c I got from the auction site (mint condition). Then i got my used, but mint, Yumeya BFS MG 32MM spool for the Curado 51e. My new finesse casting rig! Yard casts were very nice!
(sorry to Goose, no fish slime yet!)
Goose52 reply :
On 4/1/2016 at 12:40 AM, buzzed bait said:(sorry to Goose, no fish slime yet!)
I trust ya buddy - I know you'll slime it up...
dam0007 reply :
Nothing fancy... Ss 663
however due to some confusion on the boca order and me not paying attention I do have 6 lightning abec 5s in this. 2 each handle 2 level wind.
Making this my dedicated Sammy/Fluke Rod
lmbfisherman reply :
So you guys inspired me or was it peer pressure? I finally did it. Not only did I finally bought a Metanium, I jumped in with both feet. Bought an HG and XG! And I also bought my first Curado 200 I (HG) and a Curado 70 (XG). I put them on (temporarily) my new travel rod BPS Extreme MH/F 6'6" and I bought a new beater rod 2 PC 6'6 M/F Fenwick Eagle for my trip to Florida at the end of April. (My wife won't let me bring my rods in the jeep for the drive.) Now the problem I have is, I have 4 reels that need a new home.
TxHawgs reply :
On 3/25/2016 at 6:46 PM, thehooligan said:
On 4/1/2016 at 5:51 AM, lmbfisherman said:So you guys inspired me or was it peer pressure? I finally did it. Not only did I finally bought a Metanium, I jumped in with both feet. Bought an HG and XG! And I also bought my first Curado 200 I (HG) and a Curado 70 (XG). I put them on (temporarily) my new travel rod BPS Extreme MH/F 6'6" and I bought a new beater rod 2 PC 6'6 M/F Fenwick Eagle for my trip to Florida at the end of April. (My wife won't let me bring my rods in the jeep for the drive.) Now the problem I have is, I have 4 reels that need a new home.
lmbfisherman reply :
On 4/1/2016 at 7:46 AM, TxHawgs said:
No specific reason other than I got both from a local shop for a real good deal especially for Canadian dollar otherwise my wife would've said no at normal price. Roughly comes out 280 us each.
TxHawgs reply :
On 4/1/2016 at 8:40 AM, lmbfisherman said:No specific reason other than I got both from a local shop for a real good deal especially for Canadian dollar otherwise my wife would've said no at normal price. Roughly comes out 280 us each.
Yeah that's a good price, I've been getting them from $284 to $320. I haven't been buying the 16's because there not available in LH yet. Drives me crazy lol. The 16's have been going for around $320 basically the same price. Which makes buying the 13's even harder to swallow for me.
MCS reply :
buzzed bait reply :
On 4/1/2016 at 1:41 AM, Goose52 said:I trust ya buddy - I know you'll slime it up...
i wasted no time Goose! Slimed up indeed. caught 2 nice little guys on the wacky senko last night, and a 3rd one jumped off right at the bank.
stk reply :
On 4/1/2016 at 2:05 AM, dam0007 said:Nothing fancy... Ss 663
however due to some confusion on the boca order and me not paying attention I do have 6 lightning abec 5s in this. 2 each handle 2 level wind.
Making this my dedicated Sammy/Fluke Rod
I like bocas but man their site can be confusing. That type r is super solid. Kind of wish I kept it instead of selling it. I replaced it with a exsence DC for my frog reel.
Goose52 reply :
On 4/1/2016 at 9:01 PM, buzzed bait said:i wasted no time Goose! Slimed up indeed. caught 2 nice little guys on the wacky senko last night, and a 3rd one jumped off right at the bank.
Yeah baby - THAT'S the way to do it...
dam0007 reply :
On 4/1/2016 at 9:31 PM, stk said:I like bocas but man their site can be confusing. That type r is super solid. Kind of wish I kept it instead of selling it. I replaced it with a exsence DC for my frog reel.
Nice!!! Wish I could post a pic of the entire Arsenal all together.
bass raider reply :
First one on the new rod. Not a big one but it beats nothing!
ogarza reply :
haven't fished in like 16 years, finally got around to buying new gear because I'm heading to Quetico for 8 days later this year.
LuckyHandsINC. reply :
Metanium mgl arrived today and I was finally able to complete my newest combo.
Shimano Poison Adrena 6'10 M/MF with Shimano Metanium Mgl XG
Capt.Bob reply :
My most used ones,,,,
rippin-lips reply :
Threw a set og corks I had around on the J dream and some Boca 7's
stk reply :
So it started snowing this morning...might as well swap some parts around.
Wally Corder reply :
My set ups include...
Stradic CI4+ 3000 on a St. Croix Mojo 7'1" MF "New SCIII blank"
Stradic CI4+ 2500 on a G. Loomis GL3 7' MF
Pflueger Patriarch 9540 on a St. Croix Premier 6'6" MF "Yes I realize I need a bigger rod for this reel lol"
Daiwa Lexa 100HL on a St. Croix Premier 6'6" MHM
Quantum Smoke 101spt on a St. Croix Mojo 7' MF
Abu Garcia Pro Max on a Shimano Sojourn 8' XH "Should probably be an Ambassador or Calcutta but meh.."
http://tinypic.com/m/j9soq9/1
I.rar reply :
http://i95.photobucket.com/albums/l153/sqhertz/Mobile%20Uploads/20160402_123808-1_zpsxelwo3zl.jpg[/IMG]
Just got the curado I in yesterday. I'm impressed so far. Hopefully today or tomorrow I'll really know how it performs on the water.
dam0007 reply :
It's here! Going on my Fury 795SB
stk reply :
I've got the fury 795 as well, I like the rod but I'm not sure what to expect when I'm throwing 3oz lures. I feel like it casts ok, maybe I just need to get used to it. I'm interested in what you think about that rod. Also, nice pick up on the tatula HD.
dam0007 reply :
On 4/4/2016 at 11:34 PM, stk said:I've got the fury 795 as well, I like the rod but I'm not sure what to expect when I'm throwing 3oz lures. I feel like it casts ok, maybe I just need to get used to it. I'm interested in what you think about that rod. Also, nice pick up on the tatula HD.
I'll let you know. This combo was more of a novelty. As state tourneys can't throw the a rig. Only time I may use it is in club tourneys, get a limit then hunt for a kicker with a swimbait. Just getting my feet wet with swimbaits myself. Days I go fun fishing I'll be throwing it mostly.
While I'm at it ...
KP Duty reply :
On 4/4/2016 at 11:19 PM, dam0007 said:It's here! Going on my Fury 795SB
That thing looks like it could hold $100 worth of tats
TxHawgs reply :
On 4/2/2016 at 6:33 AM, ogarza said:haven't fished in like 16 years, finally got around to buying new gear because I'm heading to Quetico for 8 days later this year.
What rod is that?
rippin-lips reply :
On 4/7/2016 at 1:10 AM, TxHawgs said:What rod is that?
Daiwa Ardito
Cyacnba reply :
My first DC reel ever on my first G. Loomis rod. The Exsence DC is definitely heavy, but it feels like a tank. I'm still debating whether I keep it or sell it to get a Met DC instead. I think it would work great in my next trip to Argentina
ogarza reply :
On 4/7/2016 at 1:10 AM, TxHawgs said:What rod is that?
Daiwa Ardito, It seemed like the best choice for me, my budget was ~$150 and 3 pieces or more, with a case, for travelling
rippin-lips reply :
Now on its new permanent home. Orochi XX Perfect Pitch
Balance is very good for a rod of its power rating.
Jrob78 reply :
On 4/8/2016 at 1:12 AM, rippin-lips said:Now on its new permanent home. Orochi XX Perfect Pitch
Balance is very good for a rod of its power rating.
Have you had a chance to fish the JD much yet?
GoCougs14 reply :
On 4/8/2016 at 1:12 AM, rippin-lips said:Now on its new permanent home. Orochi XX Perfect Pitch
Balance is very good for a rod of its power rating.
Whatcha plan on using the PP for mainly? Seems like it would work well for a lot of bigger baits, its definitey on my list
rippin-lips reply :
On 4/8/2016 at 7:09 AM, Jrob78 said:Have you had a chance to fish the JD much yet?
Just once so far. Weather decided to get cold again. Hopefully the report doesn't change and I'll be out next weekend.
On 4/8/2016 at 7:21 AM, GoCougs14 said:Whatcha plan on using the PP for mainly? Seems like it would work well for a lot of bigger baits, its definitey on my list
Pitching jigs and other plastics with 1/2oz weight. Open water football jigs and apparently it makes a great frog rod so those too
Jrob78 reply :
On 4/8/2016 at 7:49 AM, rippin-lips said:Just once so far. Weather decided to get cold again. Hopefully the report doesn't change and I'll be out next weekend.
I've had mine out a few times so far. It's a phenomenal reel.
TxHawgs reply :
On 4/7/2016 at 11:49 AM, Cyacnba said:My first DC reel ever on my first G. Loomis rod. The Exsence DC is definitely heavy, but it feels like a tank. I'm still debating whether I keep it or sell it to get a Met DC instead. I think it would work great in my next trip to Argentina
The Met DC is gonna be a little heavy also. I was undecided also and just ordered the standard Mets. Ordered 5 to hold me over until the 16 Met LH comes out. But my question is where did you get the green NRX? Looks like u got the MH, what length did u get it in? Mine should all be here within this coming wk I can't wait.
clh121787 reply :
On 4/2/2016 at 7:06 AM, LuckyHandsINC. said:Metanium mgl arrived today and I was finally able to complete my newest combo.
Shimano Poison Adrena 6'10 M/MF with Shimano Metanium Mgl XG
That's nasty
Cyacnba reply :
On 4/8/2016 at 4:10 PM, TxHawgs said:The Met DC is gonna be a little heavy also. I was undecided also and just ordered the standard Mets. Ordered 5 to hold me over until the 16 Met LH comes out. But my question is where did you get the green NRX? Looks like u got the MH, what length did u get it in? Mine should all be here within this coming wk I can't wait.
All my reels weight less than 6.4oz, so the Exsence feels way too heavy for me.
The G. Loomis is the NRX 803C (6'8"), which I got from Tackle Warehouse when they were on sale. I wish they had the blue ones on sale though lol
Master Bait'r reply :
Stuck home with a sick kiddo, been reorganizing and cleaning fishing gear all day. I remembered I haven't posted a pic of the quiver lately so here goes. Behold: my four horsemen.
(Bottom to top)
7'3" HXF 13 "NV" Black w/ Lew's BB1 Pro & 40# Smackdown. Kicker frog tied on.
6'10" MHF Megabass Destroyer Phase 3 Elseil W/ Shimano Exsence DC & 12# CXX. Biwaa Divinator tied on.
7'1" G. Loomis NRX 852c green w/ Daiwa Ito Ai Alphas &15# Smackdown. Megabass Hazedong Magnum w/ Trokar mag swimbait EWG weightless t-rigged.
7'1" 13 "NV" Black MLXF w/ Shimano Stella 2500S & 9# Gliss (reel is currently enjoying the day spa @DVT)
I love these combos. Together they cover so many bases and all are simply a joy to even hold and look at, let alone fish.
TxHawgs reply :
On 4/8/2016 at 9:45 PM, Cyacnba said:All my reels weight less than 6.4oz, so the Exsence feels way too heavy for me.
The G. Loomis is the NRX 803C (6'8"), which I got from Tackle Warehouse when they were on sale. I wish they had the blue ones on sale though lol
Lol I'm just the opposite, I have searched the whole country for the green ones. So far I have purchased 14 of them. I sold the cpl blue ones I had. The green ones are starting to get some good money since being discontinued.
kickerfish1 reply :
Excellent outfits MB, but that comforter!
d-camarena reply :
Heres some of my rigs, for some reason i spend more money on spinning setups
Master Bait'r reply :
Wrong link. d'oh!
buzzed bait reply :
On 4/8/2016 at 10:33 PM, Master Bait'r said:Stuck home with a sick kiddo, been reorganizing and cleaning fishing gear all day. I remembered I haven't posted a pic of the quiver lately so here goes. Behold: my four horsemen.
(Bottom to top)
7'3" HXF 13 "NV" Black w/ Lew's BB1 Pro & 40# Smackdown. Kicker frog tied on.
6'10" MHF Megabass Destroyer Phase 3 Elseil W/ Shimano Exsence DC & 12# CXX. Biwaa Divinator tied on.
7'1" G. Loomis NRX 852c green w/ Daiwa Ito Ai Alphas &15# Smackdown. Megabass Hazedong Magnum w/ Trokar mag swimbait EWG weightless t-rigged.
7'1" 13 "NV" Black MLXF w/ Shimano Stella 2500S & 9# Gliss (reel is currently enjoying the day spa @DVT)
I love these combos. Together they cover so many bases and all are simply a joy to even hold and look at, let alone fish.
nice lineup man! hope stella enjoys getting pampered over at the DVT day spa!
Master Bait'r reply :
On 4/9/2016 at 4:09 AM, buzzed bait said:nice lineup man! hope stella enjoys getting pampered over at the DVT day spa!
What reel wouldn't? Fresh mani/pedi buff and a carbontex nail job? She's gonna be better than new!
TxHawgs reply :
Yep
EllisJuan reply :
On 4/9/2016 at 6:58 AM, TxHawgs said:The story of my hunt across the country in search of the elusive and now extinct green NRX species! It started almost 2 months ago and has just about come to an end. I filled almost all my tags and so far this is what I will have to show for it in pics later this coming wk lol. 15 rods, 8 reels and a divorce! Wait I'm not married and she paid for it all so anyway, the line up. 803C, 804C, 852C, 2-853C, 854C, 2-893C, 2-895C, 2-916C, 822S-DSR, 822S-SYR and a GLX 802 that was too cheap to pass up. I'm waiting for the 2016 Shimano Mentaniums to come out in LH but ordered these reels to hold me over cuz I fish tournaments. 13 Met XG - 3, 13 Met HG - 2, 13 Met - 1, 15 Calcutta Conquest 201HG and a 15 Shimano Aldebaran 51HG Need more Conquest's and the 16 Mets when available and need to start my GLX CB rod arsenal. Will post pics later this coming wk once everything comes in. Will probably sell the 13 Mentaniums when the new ones come in.
Nice collection. Pair those GLX CBs with Conquest 101s...that combo is crankbait nirvana.
TxHawgs reply :
On 4/9/2016 at 8:18 AM, EllisJuan said:Nice collection. Pair those GLX CBs with Conquest 101s...that combo is crankbait nirvana.
Yea gonna mix it up w some rounds and low profile reels.
EllisJuan reply :
On 4/9/2016 at 8:22 AM, TxHawgs said:Yea gonna mix it up w some rounds and low profile reels.
You would have to rip my Conquest 101/ GLX 785 CBR out of my dead lifeless hands. I actually like it better than my '13 Met/NRX 803c setup.
Bluebasser86 reply :
I'm all in on this learning how to drop shot thing now. My new Okuma RTX 25 showed up Wednesday. Paired with a 7' 3" ML/F Ethos Micro and spooled up with 10lb braid. Took it out Friday and caught over 20 fish with it. Honestly more drop shot fish in a single day than I normally catch in a season. Reel felt really nice.
TxHawgs reply :
Nothing to see here.
DesertBass reply :
Picked up this 6'9 ml villian at bass pro for $79!Normally don't do Abu but I couldn't help myself.Little stiffer than i'd prefer for a ml but I won't complain.Should be a decent small jerkbait/popper rod.Just gotta throw an mgx on her now!
KP Duty reply :
I purchased a few of those ml villains as well. Really like the blank...more responsive and sensitive than I thought it would be. I wish the handle wasn't so skinny though.
rippin-lips reply :
@Bluebasser86 I've been fishing that reel for a couple of years now. For $75 it's tough to beat. It's super light and has a nice drag. Okuma has great cs too should you ever need it.
Bluebasser86 reply :
On 4/11/2016 at 12:33 PM, rippin-lips said:@Bluebasser86 I've been fishing that reel for a couple of years now. For $75 it's tough to beat. It's super light and has a nice drag. Okuma has great cs too should you ever need it.
It feels really nice and you're right about it being really light. I like the big handle knob on it too. I'm guilty of being afraid to wander outside the box for reels but I have several Okuma baitfeeders I use for catfishing that have been solid reels. Now I have 2 of their reels for bass and I really enjoy them so far and they have great options in all price ranges.
Nate Stonefish reply :
7' MH Mod With Revo SX #8 Seaguar and a Bagley Wake Bait - Only pic I have on my computer Will post another pic or two tomorrow! Tight Lines People!
EllisJuan reply :
Decided to try a gold handle instead of the carbon fiber one on my Conquest. The stock handle was WAY too short. When I got it I had a spare 95mm DIY carbon handle I threw on there with the factory knobs. I decided I wanted to see how the gold looked. I ordered an Avail 100mm handle and RCS cork knobs. I think I like it better? Which one do you guys think looks better?
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buzzed bait reply :
On 4/13/2016 at 3:26 AM, EllisJuan said:Decided to try a gold handle instead of the carbon fiber one on my Conquest. The stock handle was WAY too short. When I got it I had a spare 95mm DIY carbon handle I threw on there with the factory knobs. I decided I wanted to see how the gold looked. I ordered an Avail 100mm handle and RCS cork knobs. I think I like it better? Which one do you guys think looks better?
the gold, and it's not even close. and the cork knobs look better too.... truly not even close to me.
Stingray23 reply :
The gold looks great, but is the 100mm too long? And oh yeah, I NEED ONE OF THOSE REELS IN MY LIFE!!!
Cgrinder reply :
On 4/13/2016 at 3:26 AM, EllisJuan said:Decided to try a gold handle instead of the carbon fiber one on my Conquest. The stock handle was WAY too short. When I got it I had a spare 95mm DIY carbon handle I threw on there with the factory knobs. I decided I wanted to see how the gold looked. I ordered an Avail 100mm handle and RCS cork knobs. I think I like it better? Which one do you guys think looks better?
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Solid. Replace that clutch with the gold Hedgehog one. *Maybe* silver knob cabs.
kickerfish1 reply :
I would leave the gold handle on it and replace the cork Daiwa RCS knobs with the stock Shimano knobs.
Jrob78 reply :
On 4/13/2016 at 3:26 AM, EllisJuan said:Decided to try a gold handle instead of the carbon fiber one on my Conquest. The stock handle was WAY too short. When I got it I had a spare 95mm DIY carbon handle I threw on there with the factory knobs. I decided I wanted to see how the gold looked. I ordered an Avail 100mm handle and RCS cork knobs. I think I like it better? Which one do you guys think looks better?
That gold handle is sweet! I need one for my CQ.
byram bassturd reply :
Wait is finally over! Poison glorious 610M/Conquest 101DC and 610ML-BFS/Conquest 51DC.
buzzed bait reply :
On 4/14/2016 at 3:23 AM, byram bassturd said:Wait is finally over! Poison glorious 610M/Conquest 101DC and 610ML-BFS/Conquest 51DC.
woooohoooo those are beauties!!! of course i wish you no harm, but exactly what information do you need from me to include me in your will?
byram bassturd reply :
On 4/14/2016 at 4:24 AM, buzzed bait said:woooohoooo those are beauties!!! of course i wish you no harm, but exactly what information do you need from me to include me in your will?
Haha. Would let you fish them if you are nearby! Both sticks feel great casting and pitching various lures in the yard. Crisp and really clean builds. Going out on Friday hoping to test out sensitivity and feel under a heavy load!
buzzed bait reply :
On 4/14/2016 at 8:36 AM, byram bassturd said:Haha. Would let you fish them if you are nearby! Both sticks feel great casting and pitching various lures in the yard. Crisp and really clean builds. Going out on Friday hoping to test out sensitivity and feel under a heavy load!
first time in my life i can say i wish i was closer to NY!!! i'd take you up on that offer.... hope you enjoy the first run!
papagravey reply :
Hey I'm a young fisherman and I love shimano reels. I have a 13 met and it's my favorite. I want to know how is the Calcutta conquest. Chatterbaits are my favorite and I was wondering will a Calcutta conquest be better for chatterbaits than the metanium. Since I throw chatterbaits 50 % of the time I would like to have the absolute best reel for it. Thanks in advance
buzzed bait reply :
On 4/15/2016 at 3:50 AM, papagravey said:Hey I'm a young fisherman and I love shimano reels. I have a 13 met and it's my favorite. I want to know how is the Calcutta conquest. Chatterbaits are my favorite and I was wondering will a Calcutta conquest be better for chatterbaits than the metanium. Since I throw chatterbaits 50 % of the time I would like to have the absolute best reel for it. Thanks in advance
welcome young fisherman! you'll get a much better number of responses for your post if you'll start you a new thread over the rods, reels, line and knots subforum. then everybody can see it and give you some good answers to your question.
kickerfish1 reply :
The Conquest and other round reels, really excel for moving baits. For a dedicated chatterbait reel I would pick it over the Metanium as I prefer a reel with an aluminum frame and a touch more weight behind it. It is wicked smooth and powerful and you will hardly be able to tell you have a resistance bait tied to the end of your line. When I fish a chatterbait in the spring or fall I am fishing it slow. I want just enough pace to the bait to make the trailer tail kick a bit side to side.
FrankN209 reply :
My new spinning setup. Lew's TL4000H, Powell Endurance 7'1" Med-Heavy Ex-Fast.
Quick question. How do you eliminate line twist on a spinning reel? I never really paid attention in the past.
Slefler reply :
d-camarena reply :
On 4/16/2016 at 8:42 AM, FrankN209 said:My new spinning setup. Lew's TL4000H, Powell Endurance 7'1" Med-Heavy Ex-Fast.
Quick question. How do you eliminate line twist on a spinning reel? I never really paid attention in the past.
With braid you dont really got to worry about it. But if you ever throw a weightless pastic try to add a swivel, they tend to twist in the water
TxHawgs reply :
Just got these in the mail. It's been a long time since buying new rods and reels and I'm blown away by the sz of the 201HG. Definitely gonna pick up a 101HG and probably a 301HG for the bigger stuff.
TxHawgs reply :
On 4/13/2016 at 3:26 AM, EllisJuan said:Decided to try a gold handle instead of the carbon fiber one on my Conquest. The stock handle was WAY too short. When I got it I had a spare 95mm DIY carbon handle I threw on there with the factory knobs. I decided I wanted to see how the gold looked. I ordered an Avail 100mm handle and RCS cork knobs. I think I like it better? Which one do you guys think looks better?
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Which one u leaving on? I think I like the gold, I was also looking at the gold handle on Hedge-Hog. I'm gonna put those EVA foam knobs on mine. I've never felt the Daiwa cork knobs how do u like them? They r cork correct? It's really nice that u can put whatever knobs u want on those handles except the ABU I believe.
EllisJuan reply :
On 4/19/2016 at 1:58 AM, TxHawgs said:Which one u leaving on? I think I like the gold, I was also looking at the gold handle on Hedge-Hog. I'm gonna put those EVA foam knobs on mine. I've never felt the Daiwa cork knobs how do u like them? They r cork correct? It's really nice that u can put whatever knobs u want on those handles except the ABU I believe.
I am going to keep the gold. I think I like the look better and it feels more solid. I had never had the RCS knobs before, I like them a lot. I have a set of Avail EVA knobs I tried on there and prefer these.
Maico1 reply :
New cranking stick....Poison Glorious Cover Drive w/Antares HG
Jrob78 reply :
Beautiful set up Maico.
EllisJuan reply :
d**n...that makes me want to buy an Antares.
Bluebasser86 reply :
On 4/19/2016 at 10:16 PM, Maico1 said:New cranking stick....Poison Glorious Cover Drive w/Antares HG
BillyBassMaster reply :
My Metanium HG its a legit tank and a super smooth reel completely worth it.
buzzed bait reply :
On 4/19/2016 at 10:16 PM, Maico1 said:New cranking stick....Poison Glorious Cover Drive w/Antares HG
i just fell out of my chair here at the office! nice setup!
TxHawgs reply :
On 4/13/2016 at 3:26 AM, EllisJuan said:Decided to try a gold handle instead of the carbon fiber one on my Conquest. The stock handle was WAY too short. When I got it I had a spare 95mm DIY carbon handle I threw on there with the factory knobs. I decided I wanted to see how the gold looked. I ordered an Avail 100mm handle and RCS cork knobs. I think I like it better? Which one do you guys think looks better?
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Which one u leaving on? I think I like the gold, I was also looking at the gold handle on Hedge-Hog. I'm gonna put those EVA foam knobs on mine. I've never felt the Daiwa cork knobs how do u like them? They r cork correct? It's really nice that u can put whatever knobs u want on those handles except the ABU I believe. 
TxHawgs reply :
On 4/19/2016 at 10:16 PM, Maico1 said:New cranking stick....Poison Glorious Cover Drive w/Antares HG
Is that handle the aluminum one, from hedgehog? And who's knobs r those and where did u get them?
TxHawgs reply :
Just got these today, was hesitant on the Aldebaran but now I'm so glad I ordered it. Thing is sweet!
rippin-lips reply :
It's a swept carbon handle from Hawgtech and those are their knobs.
Maico1 reply :
Is that handle the aluminum one, from hedgehog? And who's knobs r those and where did u get them?
Home grown , one of BR sponsors ..102 Swept with Cork Knobs.......Hawgtech: Home
P.S. ....Mike and Robert are great to do business with.
KP Duty reply :
Picked up a pair of nrx's after a good night at the casino. 852 and 803 with daiwa ballistics.
LunkerFisher reply :
On 4/22/2016 at 9:02 AM, KP Duty said:Picked up a pair of nrx's after a good night at the casino. 852 and 803 with daiwa ballistics.
I like your thought process here:
Spinning winnings=spinning rods
South FLA reply :
Just saw this thread, man I gotta say all those custom reels look great regardless of the manufacturer of the handles! Also like how KP Duty's casino winnings went to a noble cause!
dam0007 reply :
Out with the old in with the new for the Met.
TxHawgs reply :
I use my phone to post on here. It usually post pics ok but tonight when I tried they were turned on there side. Can't seem to figure out how to edit them on here. Can anyone help? Thanks
Senko lover reply :
On 4/19/2016 at 10:16 PM, Maico1 said:New cranking stick....Poison Glorious Cover Drive w/Antares HG
That is the sexiest reel porn I've ever seen dude. Great work on the pics too.
Brent Bartman reply :
On Deck rod and reels
Veritas 7'11'' H-XF with Revo Rocket-Flipping
Loomis GLX 7'5" MH-XF with Revo MGX- Froggin/Lite Flipping
ABU Garia 7'6'' MH-MOD with Revo STX-Cranking
ST Croix Mojo Bass-7'0'' MH-XF with Revo SX-Spinnerbait/Jig
Duckett 6'6" Med-Mod with Revo STX Jerkbait/small squarebills
Loomis NRX 6'8" MHXF- Revo Premier- Texas rigged
rippin-lips reply :
One more won't hurt. Jerkbait Special ✅
TxHawgs reply :
These r the 7 NRX rods and 5 reels I got so far. Will post pics once I get my next set of rods. In pic 893C 854C 853C 852C 804C 822S DSR & 822S SYR I fished w them this past Thursdays and was absolutely blown away. The sensitivity is beyond anything I imagined. With braid I could feel everything and fish bites were impossible to miss. And the rod & reel together made casting effortless. And increased my accuracy dramatically.
I.rar reply :
Got the stradic fk out today and hooked into a few 1-2 lb Lm. My daughter wanted to try and did really well casting a 7' spinning rig and now wants one of her own. Girl has expensive taste lol.
This guy also wanted to see what the commotion was about. Probably my heaviest cichlid to date. The picture doesn't do him justice and wouldn't lay still for more than a couple seconds but he was very round and scrappy.
All in all, this combo is here to stay. An absolute joy to fish with. Light, smooth and connected plus a silky drag. Fantastic.
Stradic 1000 fk
7' ML/F 2 piece Avid x
10/2 power pro & 6lb fluoroclear leader
Dylan.747 reply :
Here's a finesse combo I put together recently.
dam0007 reply :
Latest members of the family!
3 for 3/8-1/2oz weighted Keitechs
4 for 1/2-3/4oz weighted C Rigs
Edit: added this photo, they really do stand on their own, pun intended. Lol
I.rar reply :
Another cichlid that fell victim to the fluke Jr. These guys are packed full of attitude and this one was no exception.
carlm01 reply :
Newest addition to the line up
kickerfish1 reply :
Just got another 50 series Shimano. The Alde 50mg. Just need to figure out a rod and perhaps a special spool for it.
chubaka reply :
On 4/28/2016 at 11:36 PM, Senko lover said:That is the sexiest reel porn I've ever seen dude. Great work on the pics too.
Oh my gosh.......So sexy
kickerfish1 reply :
I apologize for the duplicate photo and dialogue in the above post. Since the forum upgrade it has been more of a chore to upload multiple pictures in one post for me. It also like to merge posts now as well. If one of the mods wants to clean it up to remove the duplicate dialogue and reel picture that would be much appreciated. If not, sorry guys, I tried
EvanT123 reply :
All ready for the years first boat ride.
Symetre Fj-7' mf sc3
stradic fj-7ml sc3
certate-rx7 781
calcutta-imx 783
50e-imx 782
100b-primere 66mm
fingers crossed for something worthy of latest pics catch thread.
EllisJuan reply :
TxHawgs reply :
My NRX & GLX rods.
TxHawgs reply :
^^
Zimobass reply :
You win the lottery or receive an inheritance !!
TxHawgs reply :
On 5/8/2016 at 1:34 AM, carlm01 said:Newest addition to the line up
Man u can't beat those Lew's reels for the price. Which model IMX is that? Wish they made the NRX's in black like that.
rippin-lips reply :
Steez parts are finally back from getting painted. I wish the sun was out to show it off better. It's a green/gold chameleon.
kickerfish1 reply :
Nice Ripp'n! Would look perfect on previous edition champ extreme
Maxximus Redneckus reply :
hzzhangc reply :
This fish fight really hard and the carbon knob was broken during the retrieve Now I got a custom BFS knob
I.rar reply :
On 5/28/2016 at 6:06 AM, rippin-lips said:Steez parts are finally back from getting painted. I wish the sun was out to show it off better. It's a green/gold chameleon.
Very nice. Who did you send it to?
rippin-lips reply :
On 5/31/2016 at 6:45 AM, I.rar said:Very nice. Who did you send it to?
A guy that I know locally does airbrush work.
Dan_the_fisher reply :
Newest shaky head combo, 7'3" medium with a ci4+ 3000
dam0007 reply :
On 5/31/2016 at 3:44 AM, hzzhangc said:This fish fight really hard and the carbon knob was broken during the retrieve
It gives it character! Nice catch
dam0007 reply :
I know you Shimano guys thought I was joking.
Jrob78 reply :
On 6/4/2016 at 7:42 AM, dam0007 said:I know you Shimano guys thought I was joking.
Very nice!
lmbfisherman reply :
On 6/4/2016 at 7:42 AM, dam0007 said:I know you Shimano guys thought I was joking.
Nice! However you'll be back! ?
dam0007 reply :
On 6/4/2016 at 11:50 AM, lmbfisherman said:Nice! However you'll be back! ?
I don't know man. 4 more reels and the line up is complete.
kickerfish1 reply :
Scorpion 1000xt with 7.7:1 gears, abec 7 bearings, and full polish and supertune.
Scorpion 1000xt with 7.7:1 gears, abec 7 bearings, and full polish and supertune.
MB Orichi XX Shakeyhead with a Stradic CI4+
DirtyDeuceGoose reply :
On 6/7/2016 at 10:28 AM, kickerfish1 said:Scorpion 1000xt with 7.7:1 gears, abec 7 bearings, and full polish and supertune.
Scorpion 1000xt with 7.7:1 gears, abec 7 bearings, and full polish and supertune.
MB Orichi XX Shakeyhead with a Stradic CI4+
John, how are you liking the shaky head rod? I'm thinking the Ronin for a general medium power spinning rod but I've heard good things about the shaky head too.
kickerfish1 reply :
The photo may be a bit misleading as I essentially just upgraded reels to the Stradic CI4+ over the older Ci4. I have fished the rod quite a bit and it's versatility and sensitivity is really good. I also like handle and foregrip a lot especially for dropshotting. The rod is good for anything under 3/8 oz. I wanted it initially as a shakeyhead and tube rod but soon realized it was good for about everything finesse. The blank diameter is quite thin so it isn't really powerful like you would expect in a shakeyhead rod. It seems like 3/16 oz is the sweet spot.
rippin-lips reply :
On 6/7/2016 at 9:00 PM, kickerfish1 said:The photo may be a bit misleading as I essentially just upgraded reels to the Stradic CI4+ over the older Ci4. I have fished the rod quite a bit and it's versatility and sensitivity is really good. I also like handle and foregrip a lot especially for dropshotting. The rod is good for anything under 3/8 oz. I wanted it initially as a shakeyhead and tube rod but soon realized it was good for about everything finesse. The blank diameter is quite thin so it isn't really powerful like you would expect in a shakeyhead rod. It seems like 3/16 oz is the sweet spot.
Good info. I'm so stuck between the shakeyhead and ronin right now. I've read the ronin is good to about 3/8 which is what I want but I heard it's also more like a mod fast tip. I need a do everything spinning rod. The main uses will be tubes and shakeyheads with some plastics too.
kickerfish1 reply :
Ripp'n - I would like to see a more powerful and slightly faster MB Orichi model added to the spinning lineup. If you were wanting a rod for a wide range of single hook apps I would likely look elsewhere. Perhaps small light wire hooks would be ok but I struggled with hook up ratio with bigger tubes fished deeper. I believe the rod to be good at most things but not great at anything in particular.
byram bassturd reply :
I have never handled the XX shakeyhead rod but have used the ronin that I bought for my wife for a year and a half now. Great all around lighter powered stick. Ok up to 1/2 oz with 1/4-3/8oz being the sweet spot. I would classify it as between a fast and mod-fast. Very sensitive and definitely feels crisp and responsive. I "borrow" her ronin frequently over my nrx 822s.
rippin-lips reply :
On 6/8/2016 at 1:49 AM, kickerfish1 said:Ripp'n - I would like to see a more powerful and slightly faster MB Orichi model added to the spinning lineup. If you were wanting a rod for a wide range of single hook apps I would likely look elsewhere. Perhaps small light wire hooks would be ok but I struggled with hook up ratio with bigger tubes fished deeper. I believe the rod to be good at most things but not great at anything in particular.
Most anything it'll get used for will be lighter in weight. 1/8-3/8 being the majority of it plus plastic. Sounds like the ronin has the power part covered but possibly not the action from what byram just said. Exactly why I'm so stuck deciding on which rod.
Logan S reply :
On 6/8/2016 at 2:05 AM, rippin-lips said:Most anything it'll get used for will be lighter in weight. 1/8-3/8 being the majority of it plus plastic. Sounds like the ronin has the power part covered but possibly not the action from what byram just said. Exactly why I'm so stuck deciding on which rod.
I have the Ronin and really like it a lot, but it's not a powerful rod. The action is definitely Mod-Fast and to qualify that further, it's closer to a Moderate than it is to a Fast (if that makes sense?).
I use it for small jerkbaits and it's great in that role...It can launch a Pointer 65 on 6lb flouro further than anything I've ever tried. I originally was hoping to use it as a dock skipping rod since the ratings suggested it had some power to it, but there's no way I would feel confident with it in that role with the way I fish so I'm sticking to my M/XF LTB's. The Ronin does well with drop-shots and other open/nose hook type stuff, but for stuff like tubes and shakeyheads I think you'll want something with a little more power.
I guess it comes down to your fishing style and locations. For me, when I fish a tube it's usually on places like Conowingo/Susquehanna where there's lots of rocks/wood/current so I like to have some power. For shakeyheads it's usually docks and/or deeper water, so again I like some backbone.
I don't regret buying the Ronin since I throw the small jerkbaits quite a bit (especially at DCL ), but it's not what I thought I would use it for. For the stuff you describe I wouldn't personally recommend it. Hope that helps a little.
rippin-lips reply :
I really wanted to stick to the xx lineup. I have some now and know how they feel and so on. That helps to possibly eliminate buying a rod that I'm not happy with. D*mn you Megabass!
Master Bait'r reply :
On 6/9/2016 at 2:21 AM, rippin-lips said:I really wanted to stick to the xx lineup. I have some now and know how they feel and so on. That helps to possibly eliminate buying a rod that I'm not happy with. D*mn you Megabass!
Whatever you do, DO NOT BUY A DESTROYER.
I'm warning you, man! Danger zone stuff!!
rippin-lips reply :
On 6/9/2016 at 3:19 AM, Master Bait'r said:
Whatever you do, DO NOT BUY A DESTROYER.
I'm warning you, man! Danger zone stuff!!
Too many MB users have told me the destroyer x4 series was a let down and the xx rods felt better. That was enough to steer me clear of them. That would of been my next step up but luckily I got some good guidance beforehand. Now the x7 is a totally different story but I'm happy with what I have right now. Maybe some day down the road. The 2016 destroyer lineup is said to be very nice though.
Master Bait'r reply :
On 6/9/2016 at 4:02 AM, rippin-lips said:Too many MB users have told me the destroyer x4 series was a let down and the xx rods felt better. That was enough to steer me clear of them. That would of been my next step up but luckily I got some good guidance beforehand. Now the x7 is a totally different story but I'm happy with what I have right now. Maybe some day down the road. The 2016 destroyer lineup is said to be very nice though.
Different strokes. I love my Elseil. It's exactly what I was looking for. Buying used is key for me though... Deals are subjective when you step outside the retail lens IMO. Paying Orochi money for a Phase 3 changes things considerably in my world, and I in no way feel let down by my purchase.
rippin-lips reply :
On 6/9/2016 at 4:49 AM, Master Bait'r said:
Different strokes. I love my Elseil. It's exactly what I was looking for. Buying used is key for me though... Deals are subjective when you step outside the retail lens IMO. Paying Orochi money for a Phase 3 changes things considerably in my world, and I in no way feel let down by my purchase.
It's all been the X4 lineup that got the negative remarks. The P3 and X7 Destroyer got good reviews. I'd definitely pay $300 for a P3.
IAY reply :
I have many many rods, but my favorite one is still a X4
byram bassturd reply :
Depends on the X4 model IMO. Have the rattleviper and destruction and they're both great sticks for moving bait presentations. If you're looking for contact rods, the P3 and x7 series have more choices with true fast/x-fast actions.
KP Duty reply :
Received my order from Japan lure shop Tuesday. They sent me a Steez H instead of the SH, but it has nestled into my 843 and I've decided to keep it. More accurately, I was unable tp send it back . The steez feels awesome... as billed. The real surprise is the zillion. I had a couple of the og zillions years ago, but this new deal here is significantly more refined and lighter. Can't wait to get them on the water.
MIbassyaker reply :
The starting line-up for the summer is now complete:
Add that to some offseason acquisitions:
...and the yak is now full.
kawiguy08 reply :
Picked up a Dobyns fury 735 for my new frog rod. I am really loving it so far.
lmbfisherman reply :
On 6/11/2016 at 12:22 AM, MIbassyaker said:The starting line-up for the summer is now complete:
Add that to some offseason acquisitions:
...and the yak is now full.
Liking the Fenwicks.
stk reply :
Added this guy to the club. Going to be using it for Trigs and small jigs. I have been really happy with my kistler KLX (crank rip and twitch). Their sale on FB made it a no brainer. I am going to be putting this MGL on a Kistler Magnesium 2 rod (7ft Heavy-MH XFast).
rippin-lips reply :
I guess it still counts even if I'm not keeping any of them. Newer Steez SV reels with 2nd gen Zillion rods. Buy em up folks.
dam0007 reply :
Might be the 1st person in USA with this!
EllisJuan reply :
'16 Stradic CI4+ 2500HGS
lakeannaangler reply :
On 6/19/2016 at 4:36 AM, EllisJuan said:'16 Stradic CI4+ 2500HGS
Very nice!!! How do you like it so far?
EllisJuan reply :
On 6/19/2016 at 6:08 AM, lakeannaangler said:Very nice!!! How do you like it so far?
I have not had a chance to fish it yet. I like what I have felt of it so far. I had a last generation ci4+ and sold it because it did not feel as solid as my FK...it felt hollow to me for lack of a better term. This one feels more like the FK and is even lighter than the outgoing ci4+.
lakeannaangler reply :
On 6/19/2016 at 7:18 AM, EllisJuan said:I have not had a chance to fish it yet. I like wha t I have felt of it so far. I had a last generation ci4+ and sold it because it did not feel as solid as my FK...it felt hollow to me for lack of a better term. This one feels more like the FK and is even lighter than the outgoing ci4+.
After you fish it a few times could you do a review on it. I am in the market for a new spinning reel and have been looking at the new stradic.
Hogsticker reply :
Tdz 103 with red SV 1012 spool, T3 1016 cast control cap, 100 mm Steez handle, and black Zillion Type R drag star I took off this SV103. SV103 with Steez drag star and green trim pieces. My current 2 favorite reels.
chubaka reply :
Just bought this. Can't wait to try it out soon.
lmbfisherman reply :
So I'm done and ready for the opener tomorrow. Here are my 2016 addition to the family.
3 Zodias rods, a 7' Medium Glass, 6'10 ML and 6'10 Medium.
for reels bought a Metanium XG '13, Metanium HG '13, Curado 200I HG, Curado 70 XG, Core 100 MG and Chronarch E5/E6/E7.
kickerfish1 reply :
Stellar collection LMB!
Jar11591 reply :
New addition to the roster. Pflueger Supreme XT. I love Pflueger spinning reels so I'm seeing how I like their casting reels. As soon as I get a rod to pair her with, she'll be inserted into the starting lineup.
Bluebasser86 reply :
On 6/25/2016 at 3:39 AM, Jar11591 said:New addition to the roster. Pflueger Supreme XT. I love Pflueger spinning reels so I'm seeing how I like their casting reels. As soon as I get a rod to pair her with, she'll be inserted into the starting lineup.
I think you'll like it, I like mine.
Jar11591 reply :
On 6/26/2016 at 5:01 PM, Bluebasser86 said:I think you'll like it, I like mine.
Tried it out yesterday morning and that thing is sweet! You really can't go wrong with anything made by Pflueger I guess.
Logan S reply :
The ALX Brawler I picked up recently is an awesome rod...It's a 7'6" XH/F that's lightweight and balanced. Very impressed with this rod, especially in the $200 price range. My last tournament (where this fish was caught ) and my next one are on tidal water so it'll be dedicated to flipping...But the next two after that on lakes so it'll get a reel swap for some flouro and a 3/4oz jig for deep water fishing.
Don't see ALX mentioned a lot on here so I figured I'd toss it out there .
buzzed bait reply :
On 6/28/2016 at 3:09 AM, Logan S said:The ALX Brawler I picked up recently is an awesome rod...It's a 7'6" XH/F that's lightweight and balanced. Very impressed with this rod, especially in the $200 price range. My last tournament (where this fish was caught
Don't see ALX mentioned a lot on here so I figured I'd toss it out there
nice rod and VERY nice fish!
kickerfish1 reply :
Just receive the rod today after a fairly long wait. Custom Curado 50e and a MHX Spin jig 842 but trimmed to 6'10. Dedicated jerkbait and small topwater outfit. Reel seat was sourced from Matagi in what is called vintage green which is sort of mettalic green marble color. Perfect match for the reel! Fuji alconite guides with green and gold trim work. Full cork handle and gold winding checks.
Evan K reply :
On 6/28/2016 at 10:07 AM, kickerfish1 said:Just receive the rod today after a fairly long wait. Custom Curado 50e and a MHX Spin jig 842 but trimmed to 6'10. Dedicated jerkbait and small topwater outfit. Reel seat was sourced from Matagi in what is called vintage green which is sort of mettalic green marble color. Perfect match for the reel! Fuji alconite guides with green and gold trim work. Full cork handle and gold winding checks.
Incredible! The color matching and scheme is beautiful.
Master Bait'r reply :
On 6/28/2016 at 10:07 AM, kickerfish1 said:Just receive the rod today after a fairly long wait. Custom Curado 50e and a MHX Spin jig 842 but trimmed to 6'10. Dedicated jerkbait and small topwater outfit. Reel seat was sourced from Matagi in what is called vintage green which is sort of mettalic green marble color. Perfect match for the reel! Fuji alconite guides with green and gold trim work. Full cork handle and gold winding checks.
Wow, that is one clean combo!! Nice work!
dam0007 reply :
Ok so revised and updated lol
Carolina Rig and Football Jigs
DX 744 HP - Zillion HLC - 16lb Shooter
Paddle Tail Swimbaits
DX 743 HP - Tatula HLC w RCS cork knobs - 10lb Sniper
Ray K reply :
Wow! Is this a fishing forum or a "Concourse de Elegance" of fishing tackle? LOL
Master Bait'r reply :
On 6/28/2016 at 9:54 PM, Ray K said:Wow! Is this a fishing forum or a "Concourse de Elegance" of fishing tackle? LOL
cottny27 reply :
On 6/28/2016 at 9:54 PM, Ray K said:Wow! Is this a fishing forum or a "Concourse de Elegance" of fishing tackle? LOL
Instead of "Don't touch my drums" these guys are like "DON'T TOUCH MY FISHING POLES!"
buzzed bait reply :
On 6/28/2016 at 10:07 AM, kickerfish1 said:Just receive the rod today after a fairly long wait. Custom Curado 50e and a MHX Spin jig 842 but trimmed to 6'10. Dedicated jerkbait and small topwater outfit. Reel seat was sourced from Matagi in what is called vintage green which is sort of mettalic green marble color. Perfect match for the reel! Fuji alconite guides with green and gold trim work. Full cork handle and gold winding checks.
match made in heaven!!
Cyacnba reply :
Since I can't go fishing that much, I might as well collect reels and maybe some rods from now on lol.
My newest additions:
1. Daiwa SV103H. It matches perfectly with the Tatula rod (color wise).
2. Shimano 15 Metanium DC HG. This one will go to my grandfather when I visit him.
3. Daiwa Zillion J-Dream 7.9 RH. I won this one on an auction in Buyee for 23000 yen a few weeks ago. It's still in excellent conditon from how it looks like (no scratches at all).
I might get a Megabass rod for the J-Dream. I was thinking of the Orochi XX DSR or Tour Versatile, but not sure yet.
rippin-lips reply :
I have my dream on a tour versatile. Nice combo for sure. I have my eye on a different rod if you're interested in it.
rippin-lips reply :
Might as well show it off before I sell it. Not what I was looking for.
kickerfish1 reply :
Here is part two of my latest custom build acquisitions as the other was posted a few nights ago. I chose a modded Core 50mg7 to pair with a MHX Hi Mod MBR 843. Fugi alconite guides with black and red thread wrap helped dress it up. The foregrip piece was soureced from Matagi and all other parts were from Mudhole except one piece from GetBitOutdoors. Between the foam grips is a red and black carbon tube and there are red winding checks throughout. It turned out pretty sharp and perfect for the core. Will be using this for weightless plastics and smaller jigs and such.
Goose52 reply :
On 6/30/2016 at 6:45 AM, kickerfish1 said:Here is part two of my latest custom build acquisitions as the other was posted a few nights ago. I chose a modded Core 50mg7 to pair with a MHX Hi Mod MBR 843. Fugi alconite guides with black and red thread wrap helped dress it up. The foregrip piece was soureced from Matagi and all other parts were from Mudhole except one piece from GetBitOutdoors. Between the foam grips is a red and black carbon tube and there are red winding checks throughout. It turned out pretty sharp and perfect for the core. Will be using this for weightless plastics and smaller jigs and such.
I normally don't comment in this thread anymore unless I see a bass in the photos but you sure have put together some VERY nice rigs...
NOW - time to slime them up....
kickerfish1 reply :
I figured I would catch a bit of grief over that . However, having line on them is the first step in the right direction. With an extended holiday weekend and a forecast that is calling for milder temps, I should be able to add slime!
cottny27 reply :
On 6/30/2016 at 7:01 AM, kickerfish1 said:I figured I would catch a bit of grief over that
I have a feeling that these rigs won't see too much slime and you wipe these babies down when you are down.
Chris at Tech reply :
On 6/30/2016 at 6:45 AM, kickerfish1 said:Here is part two of my latest custom build acquisitions as the other was posted a few nights ago. I chose a modded Core 50mg7 to pair with a MHX Hi Mod MBR 843. Fugi alconite guides with black and red thread wrap helped dress it up. The foregrip piece was soureced from Matagi and all other parts were from Mudhole except one piece from GetBitOutdoors. Between the foam grips is a red and black carbon tube and there are red winding checks throughout. It turned out pretty sharp and perfect for the core. Will be using this for weightless plastics and smaller jigs and such.
I'm a Georgia Tech fan/alum so I typically have a strong negative reaction to all things red and black, but that's pretty friggin' sharp.
I feel dirty for admitting that.
kickerfish1 reply :
Georgia Tech eh? So black and gold? That was covered a few months back but in case you missed it.
Then it joined forces with the next two builds.
With these 3 outfits I can cover anything from 1/4 to 3/4 ounces.
Chris at Tech reply :
On 7/1/2016 at 7:37 AM, kickerfish1 said:Georgia Tech eh? So black and gold? That was covered a few months back but in case you missed it.
Then it joined forces with the next two builds.
With these 3 outfits I can cover anything from 1/4 to 3/4 ounces.
Eh, we're actually white and gold but I'll take it
Cyacnba reply :
On 6/29/2016 at 5:59 AM, rippin-lips said:I have my dream on a tour versatile. Nice combo for sure. I have my eye on a different rod if you're interested in it.
I think the tour versatile is too heavy for what I'm looking for. Thanks though.
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All the reels I have with me so far. It was my first time "customizing" (just the RCS cork knob) my reels, and it was easier than what I thought. I had to sacrifice one of the J-Dream's knob though due to the screw getting stuck...
rippin-lips reply :
On 7/1/2016 at 11:40 AM, Cyacnba said:I think the tour versatile is too heavy for what I'm looking for. Thanks though.
Yeah, I'm not sure. It depends on what you're looking for. It's rated as an F6 and in Megabass speak it's a medium heavy.
adam lancia reply :
On 1/22/2014 at 10:27 PM, LivewellHero said:The first setup is an Abu Garcia Orra SX20 on a Shimano Compre 6'8" medium XF drop-shot rod. The second is a Daiwa Aird 2000 on a Daiwa Aird 7' medium power fast action. These are my main two spinning setups as for now. I plan on upgrading the Aird reel to the Compre sometime, and move the Orra to a Crucial. Baitcast setups coming in the next post or two.
Do you still have your Aird spinning reel? If so, could I ask a favor...? I'm trying to find out what the drag stack looks like. Could you take it apart and take a picture of it for me? I'd really appreciate it, if you're comfortable with pulling it apart that is. Thanks in advance!
nameiztaken reply :
Got these pics while tinkering with exposure and stuff, turned out pretty good IMO, and yes, it was sunset.
curtis9 reply :
New summer combo. 68mxf legend elite with a Curado 70. I love this rod, lightweight and fantastic balance. Went out with this rod in the kayak this morning for a few hours and did well.
I'm not sure about the reel yet. The braking system is going to take some time to get used too.
Master Bait'r reply :
On 7/4/2016 at 10:26 PM, curtis9 said:New summer combo. 68mxf legend elite with a Curado 70. I love this rod, lightweight and fantastic balance. Went out with this rod in the kayak this morning for a few hours and did well.
I'm not sure about the reel yet. The braking system is going to take some time to get used too.
Hoping you're going to do a write-up on that Curado once you've got it dialed. Not much info on those and they seem to be a really versatile reel with a lot of potential.
Cgrinder reply :
Slimy R-Edition with SV spool
Jon G reply :
On 7/4/2016 at 10:26 PM, curtis9 said:New summer combo. 68mxf legend elite with a Curado 70. I love this rod, lightweight and fantastic balance. Went out with this rod in the kayak this morning for a few hours and did well.
I'm not sure about the reel yet. The braking system is going to take some time to get used too.
You're never going to put that rod down. I have the 7'MH and it's in my hands non stop. I just wish they made a 7'4 MH to go with the 7'4 H because I would have a line of of all Legend Elites lol
Philo Beddoe reply :
My line up for this year.
rippin-lips reply :
Family photo - minus 1
Happy 4th ???
kickerfish1 reply :
On 7/5/2016 at 5:22 AM, rippin-lips said:Family photo - minus 1
Happy 4th ???
Are they going to remove a little clothing? It's summer for goodness sake!
Bluebasser86 reply :
On 7/4/2016 at 11:21 PM, Master Bait'r said:
Hoping you're going to do a write-up on that Curado once you've got it dialed. Not much info on those and they seem to be a really versatile reel with a lot of potential.
They're an awesome reel. I've been using mine since March and can't hardly put it down when they're on a jig or plastics bite.
rippin-lips reply :
On 7/5/2016 at 12:12 PM, kickerfish1 said:Are they going to remove a little clothing? It's summer for goodness sake!
This was the minus 1 from yesterday. I had to wait to pick it up this morning.
Master Bait'r reply :
On 7/5/2016 at 1:24 PM, Bluebasser86 said:They're an awesome reel. I've been using mine since March and can't hardly put it down when they're on a jig or plastics bite.
That's awesome, it definitely looked it on paper.
Kidflex reply :
My girlfriend got me this for my birthday July 1st. Steez 7'4"xh so naturally I had to buy a matching reel. Steez 100h deep spool. Gonna be my frog/heavy football jig/flipping set up. Among my 4-5 other frog/flip rods lol
FrankN209 reply :
My new Hawgtech Handle for my Steez..
d-camarena reply :
Wow that ci4+ curado 70xg sure looks nice. Anymore info on it? I want one but with a quick search i couldnt find any. Is it jdm?
kickerfish1 reply :
On 7/7/2016 at 12:44 AM, d-camarena said:Wow that ci4+ curado 70xg sure looks nice. Anymore info on it? I want one but with a quick search i couldnt find any. Is it jdm?
It's the Scorpion which is a JDM reel. For more info on the reel JapanTackle would be a good place to start.
Bluebasser86 reply :
On 7/7/2016 at 12:44 AM, d-camarena said:Wow that ci4+ curado 70xg sure looks nice. Anymore info on it? I want one but with a quick search i couldnt find any. Is it jdm?
If you're talking about the black reel next to the 70 XG in my picture, it's a a Scorpion HG, which is a JDM Curado like kickerfish said.
Kidflex reply :
Triplets! Well not quite. Shimano expride
7'6"heavy
7'3"xtra heavy
7'3" med/hvy
these rods are light!!
Joe H. reply :
On 6/19/2016 at 7:18 AM, EllisJuan said:I have not had a chance to fish it yet. I like what I have felt of it so far. I had a last generation ci4+ and sold it because it did not feel as solid as my FK...it felt hollow to me for lack of a better term. This one feels more like the FK and is even lighter than the outgoing ci4+.
Do you like the ci4+ or the FK better? Also where did you get the ci4+? thanks
Master Bait'r reply :
Just going to put this right here in celebration of the new Pixie R... My 4 horsemen, right to left as listed:
7'2" HXF 13NVBlack, w/ Lew's BB1 Pro and 40# Smackdown. Tied on is a Slither K.
6'10" MHF Megabass Destroyer Phase 3 Elseil w/ Shimano Exsence DC and 8# CXX. Tied on is a 5" Mag Draft.
7'1" MXF G. Loomis 852c w/ Daiwa PXL Type R and 20# Smackdown. Tied on is a t-rigged Huddle Bug.
7'1" MLXF 13NVBlack w/ Shimano Stella 2500S and 8# Gliss. Tied on is a Keitech Mono Spin Jig with a TRD trailer aka TungsteNed.
And the "kids' rods", which I "sometimes use too" lol (Right to left)
6'6" MHF Ugly Stick Elite w/ an Abu Cardinal STX30 reel and 30# Suffix 832. Tied on is a 1/2 oz Mendota rigged savage 3D craw.
6'3" MF 13OmnBlack w/ a Skeet Reese Pro Carbon 2500 reel and 6# CXX. Tied on is an OSP Bent Minnow.
6' MF Berkley Amp w/ a Shimano Sienna 2500FD and 10# PP. Usually a t-rig or Ned rod.
Probably going to just sell that middle kid combo for a rod to put my old Ito reel on for cranks, spinnerbaits and jerks. It seems I just like casting rigs better for that kind of thing. Feeling pretty good about what I'm running now though, so just adding and dialing as I have time and expendable income.
dam0007 reply :
Came in yesterday 703SF
FrankN209 reply :
New Hawgtech on my Lew's..
rippin-lips reply :
It's now 100% Gooseified
Sun - 11 fish in 2hrs on the wacky rig.
Mon - 9 fish in 4hrs on the wacky rig.
I also decided to get it a proper reel.
Goose52 reply :
On 7/12/2016 at 11:13 AM, rippin-lips said:It's now 100% Gooseified
Slime city - way to go !
rippin-lips reply :
I'm digging this reel. Had to swap out the factory knob. Too skinny for my liking. Time to test out how well the drag works 
Master Bait'r reply :
The newest addition. I am now officially running with a fearsome fivesome.
DesertBass reply :
On 7/20/2016 at 2:47 AM, Master Bait'r said:The newest addition. I am now officially running with a fearsome fivesome.
Is that the jerkbait special?How do you like it?Thinking about picking one up for my onetens!
rippin-lips reply :
On 7/20/2016 at 2:47 AM, Master Bait'r said:The newest addition. I am now officially running with a fearsome fivesome.
Yeah, same here. 5 + 1 spinning combo. I have unused combos but those 6 can cover all of my bases. You'll love that jbs. Assuming that's what it is. It's a great rod.
Master Bait'r reply :
It's actually the FSS. I wanted the extra length.
Cant really comment on how it fishes but in hand (I'll find out tomorrow around sunrise) but it is certainly a nice package. Feels super comfortable in hand and all the components, fit and finish are on par with expectations for sure.
rippin-lips reply :
On 7/20/2016 at 5:16 AM, Master Bait'r said:It's actually the FSS. I wanted the extra length.
Cant really comment on how it fishes but in hand (I'll find out tomorrow around sunrise) but it is certainly a nice package. Feels super comfortable in hand and all the components, fit and finish are on par with expectations for sure.
The specs are the same but in the xx world that doesn't exactly mean anything. I can say I use my jbs a lot. It's a fun squarebill and popper rod. If they are remotely close you won't be disappointed.
Master Bait'r reply :
On 7/20/2016 at 6:17 AM, rippin-lips said:The specs are the same but in the xx world that doesn't exactly mean anything. I can say I use my jbs a lot. It's a fun squarebill and popper rod. If they are remotely close you won't be disappointed.
Got a chance to use it with a few different baits and caught a few fish on it. Nothing big, but I can safely say I'm going to enjoy the heck out of this rod. It is exactly what I was looking for although the gloss reel seat (aside from being SUPER comfortable) gets a little slippery when wet. Other than that, it is pretty much perfect. I can only imagine how much fun the JBS is with that short twitch length!
JROD_fishing reply :
5 new MHX rods I built this year. All with Microwave casting guides, and Winn Grips. Thanks to Mudhole Custom Tackle for providing ALL the equipment to build my rods and MHX for making an amazing blank.
rippin-lips reply :
The drag works fine.
You_Only_Live_Once_Fishing reply :
On 7/21/2016 at 9:58 AM, IneedAnewScreenName-334503 said:5 new MHX rods I built this year. All with Microwave casting guides, and Winn Grips. Thanks to Mudhole Custom Tackle for providing ALL the equipment to build my rods and MHX for making an amazing blank.
Great rods! i was wondering if they were hard to build and how much per rod
hzzhangc reply :
The DC whine plus clickinf drag is so addicting
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JROD_fishing reply :
On 7/22/2016 at 10:32 AM, You_Only_Live_Once_Fishing said:Great rods! i was wondering if they were hard to build and how much per rod
They are not difficult at all. There are plenty of videos on YouTube or on Mudhole.com to see how to build custom rods. As far as price I'd say anywhere between $130-$150 for you to build it yourself. If you decide you want to build them, at checkout use promo code BM10 for 10% off. If you do not find a well enough video out there, I will be more than welcome to make videos on rod building to help whomever out!
You_Only_Live_Once_Fishing reply :
On 7/25/2016 at 11:24 PM, JROD_fishing said:They are not difficult at all. There are plenty of videos on YouTube or on Mudhole.com to see how to build custom rods. As far as price I'd say anywhere between $130-$150 for you to build it yourself. If you decide you want to build them, at checkout use promo code BM10 for 10% off. If you do not find a well enough video out there, I will be more than welcome to make videos on rod building to help whomever out!
Thanks, and BTW your rods look sick, especially the us one!
thehooligan reply :
Latest project
hzzhangc reply :
On 7/26/2016 at 10:02 PM, thehooligan said:Latest project
That drag star look slick. Is that for SS sv from SLP?
Jon G reply :
New reel finally came in the mail today, Shimano Metanium MGL XG. Got it in the mail and I cleaned it and flushed the bearings. Really smooth and is an EXCELLENT caster. Only problem is it is pretty noisy, maybe it just needs to be broken in or I may need to send it to DVL. For sure going to pair it with an NRX 893 but I really need to sell some gear before I do because I have a few rods and reels that haven't seen water in 2-3 years
She sure does look good with her sister
kickerfish1 reply :
That's odd that you mention that it is bit noisy. Do you think the bearings were oiled with enough oil? Mine is super silent on the cast but I have not flushed and relubed the bearings. Maybe the reel will settle in with time. If not put another tiny drop on each bearing and see if that helps.
Goose52 reply :
On 7/27/2016 at 8:30 AM, Jon G said:..... Only problem is it is pretty noisy, maybe it just needs to be broken in or I may need to send it to DVL.
All of the new Shimano SVS braking system reels require periodic lubing of the brake pipe (the cone that the brake blocks engage). You might want to put some thin oil on a cotton swab and swipe it around the brake pipe and see if that helps. You might want to add a couple extra clicks of external drag pressure after applying the lube.
I had one of my SVS reels get a bit noisy recently and just lubed the brake pipe this morning. Noise gone.
Jon G reply :
On 7/27/2016 at 8:47 AM, kickerfish1 said:That's odd that you mention that it is bit noisy. Do you think the bearings were oiled with enough oil? Mine is super silent on the cast but I have not flushed and relubed the bearings. Maybe the reel will settle in with time. If not put another tiny drop on each bearing and see if that helps.
The more I tinker with it, it seems to settle a little bit. Hopefully after a few trips it will be just fine
On 7/27/2016 at 10:16 AM, Goose52 said:All of the new Shimano SVS braking system reels require periodic lubing of the brake pipe (the cone that the brake blocks engage). You might want to put some thin oil on a cotton swab and swipe it around the brake pipe and see if that helps. You might want to add a couple extra clicks of external drag pressure after applying the lube.
I had one of my SVS reels get a bit noisy recently and just lubed the brake pipe this morning. Noise gone.
I already had done that on my initial cleaning. I'm just going to slime it up a little and see if that can fix it lol. I'm optimistic if all else fails I'm sure DVT can fix it up. I played with it in the yard for an hour a two and I'm pretty impressed. I thought about getting a hawg handle with some cork knobs but I don't know anymore it seems perfect just the way it is lol.
kickerfish1 reply :
Yep, hopefully all is well once you use it. Honestly with the blazing fast gears and the longer handle stock on the XG, there isn't much that it needs other than proper maintenance. 
Goose52 reply :
On 7/27/2016 at 10:28 AM, Jon G said:The more I tinker with it, it seems to settle a little bit. Hopefully after a few trips it will be just fine
I already had done that on my initial cleaning. I'm just going to slime it up a little and see if that can fix it lol. I'm optimistic if all else fails I'm sure DVT can fix it up. I played with it in the yard for an hour a two and I'm pretty impressed. I thought about getting a hawg handle with some cork knobs but I don't know anymore it seems perfect just the way it is lol.
Perhaps putting the reel "under load" by sliming it up will smooth it out pronto...
FISH ON !!
thehooligan reply :
On 7/26/2016 at 11:47 PM, hzzhangc said:That drag star look slick. Is that for SS sv from SLP?
Yep
EllisJuan reply :
curtis9 reply :
I took a family photo this afternoon. 
Logan S reply :
The loooooong awaited Dobyns Champion 736CB Glass chatterbait rod arrived yesterday. It's very impressive in hand, but actual testing will have to wait for my boat to get out of the shop from scheduled maintenance... I've been happy with the 7'2" MH Zillion Glass I currently use, but it doesn't compare to the initial impression I got from this 736.
This is my first Dobyns rod, but I had heard of the reputation they have for great balance. This rod doesn't disappoint in that regard, with the Core 100 its only very slightly tip heavy. Which is impressive considering it's a 7'3" Heavy/Glass....It's much better than my Zillion Glass with the same reel.
Zach P reply :
On 7/31/2016 at 7:01 AM, Logan S said:The loooooong awaited Dobyns Champion 736CB Glass chatterbait rod arrived yesterday. It's very impressive in hand, but actual testing will have to wait for my boat to get out of the shop from scheduled maintenance... I've been happy with the 7'2" MH Zillion Glass I currently use, but it doesn't compare to the initial impression I got from this 736.
This is my first Dobyns rod, but I had heard of the reputation they have for great balance. This rod doesn't disappoint in that regard, with the Core 100 its only very slightly tip heavy. Which is impressive considering it's a 7'3" Heavy/Glass....It's much better than my Zillion Glass with the same reel.
cannot contain my excitement for this rod!
Dypsis reply :
On 7/31/2016 at 7:01 AM, Logan S said:The loooooong awaited Dobyns Champion 736CB Glass chatterbait rod arrived yesterday. It's very impressive in hand, but actual testing will have to wait for my boat to get out of the shop from scheduled maintenance... I've been happy with the 7'2" MH Zillion Glass I currently use, but it doesn't compare to the initial impression I got from this 736.
This is my first Dobyns rod, but I had heard of the reputation they have for great balance. This rod doesn't disappoint in that regard, with the Core 100 its only very slightly tip heavy. Which is impressive considering it's a 7'3" Heavy/Glass....It's much better than my Zillion Glass with the same reel.
Would love to hear some reviews/thoughts on it when you get some time in with it.
Wally Corder reply :
My new baby :-)
Metanium xg lefty on an adrena 7'2" medium.
EllisJuan reply :
On 8/6/2016 at 11:34 AM, Wally Corder said:My new baby :-)
Metanium xg lefty on an adrena 7'2" medium.
Love it! Such an awesome reel, you won't want to put it down. The handle is even on the correct side!
kickerfish1 reply :
On 8/6/2016 at 11:34 AM, Wally Corder said:My new baby :-)
Metanium xg lefty on an adrena 7'2" medium.
What do intend on using the rod for? I have my eye on one but wasn't sure how they would fish jigs and texas rigs around 3/8 oz to maybe a bit more.
Sharp looking setup!
Wally Corder reply :
On 8/7/2016 at 3:43 AM, kickerfish1 said:What do intend on using the rod for? I have my eye on one but wasn't sure how they would fish jigs and texas rigs around 3/8 oz to maybe a bit more.
Sharp looking setup!
Honestly, tonight/tomorrow is the first i'm using the rod lol. I'll have to get back to you. It's rated 1/4 - 3/4oz so I imagine the 3/8 would throw great. It feels a little stiff for a medium but maybe it's just how crisp it is. Will report back after i've had a chance to put it through the gauntlet lol.
buzzed bait reply :
well i finally lined them up and snapped a group photo! also included my little grid of what's matched with what.... it's in order Top to bottom on the list goes left to right on the pic.
kickerfish1 reply :
Looks good Buzz! Love the chart idea as well. Only other suggestion would be to add a column noting when the line was put on and possibly the brand and type.
This would be handy when buying replacement line or to determine when to replace line. Just something I started doing this year to manage the chaos.
IE... 10# Seaguar Tatsu 5/30/16
rippin-lips reply :
On 8/9/2016 at 11:16 PM, buzzed bait said:well i finally lined them up and snapped a group photo! also included my little grid of what's matched with what.... it's in order Top to bottom on the list goes left to right on the pic.
I do something similar.
buzzed bait reply :
On 8/10/2016 at 1:24 AM, kickerfish1 said:Looks good Buzz! Love the chart idea as well. Only other suggestion would be to add a column noting when the line was put on and possibly the brand and type.
This would be handy when buying replacement line or to determine when to replace line. Just something I started doing this year to manage the chaos.
IE... 10# Seaguar Tatsu 5/30/16
On 8/10/2016 at 2:45 AM, rippin-lips said:I do something similar.
a couple of those rods look familiar to you two????
got that dx703 off of you john and the fury and dx704 came from adam!
Master Bait'r reply :
On 8/9/2016 at 11:16 PM, buzzed bait said:well i finally lined them up and snapped a group photo! also included my little grid of what's matched with what.... it's in order Top to bottom on the list goes left to right on the pic.
I spy a finesse frog tied on!
Jon G reply :
Really thought I was going to get an NRX 893 but I was able to feel an EMTF and I just fell in love with it.
Goose52 reply :
On 8/11/2016 at 7:40 AM, Jon G said:Really thought I was going to get an NRX 893 but I was able to feel an EMTF and I just fell in love with it.
Well, if you HAD put that Met MGL on an 893, it would have looked like this (properly slimed up of course)...
Jon G reply :
On 8/11/2016 at 7:27 PM, Goose52 said:
Well, if you HAD put that Met MGL on an 893, it would have looked like this (properly slimed up of course)...
Maybe for the next MGL I get .
I fished the EMTF today and used it for T-rigs, Jigs, and Keitech 4.8s (Met MGL XG is awesome for keitechs by the way) and I'm super pleased. Might be ordering a Perfect Pitch here soon since I need a new frog rod.
stk reply :
Perfect pitch is an awesome rod. I use it for frogs, heavy jigs and punching.
Dypsis reply :
On 8/12/2016 at 12:43 AM, stk said:Perfect pitch is an awesome rod. I use it for frogs, heavy jigs and punching.
Agreed 100%, bought it primarily flip and pitch duty but now its my dedicated frog rod.
JTPAZ reply :
On 12/3/2009 at 9:09 AM, steezy said:No Comment other than I can't wait to see how long this thread lasts !
7 years.
WIGuide reply :
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I finally replaced a couple rods that I accidentally snapped under a tie down cleat. So far they're performing well!
Wind Knot reply :
My only legit bass fishing rod is a St. Croix Mojo Bass and an Abu Black Max. I've got some other rods for panfish and trout. I'm definitely gonna upgrade the reel before getting any more rods because it isn't as smooth as some of the spinning reels I'm used to.
EllisJuan reply :
I am determined to learn how to fish a jig. Next time out, these are all that are coming with me....
hawgenvy reply :
On 8/14/2016 at 10:21 AM, EllisJuan said:I am determined to learn how to fish a jig. Next time out, these are all that are coming with me....
That's how I became comfortable with a jig: using it exclusively for a while. I learned during the pre-spawn when they were hungry. There are those that'll tell you that you must set the hook hard right away, but in my case I only started having success when I delayed the hookset a second or two. I do set hard, but not till I reel down until I feel the weight of the fish. Before learning this, I was just jerking the jigs out of their mouths.
Goose52 reply :
On 8/14/2016 at 10:21 AM, EllisJuan said:I am determined to learn how to fish a jig. Next time out, these are all that are coming with me....
Well, you certainly have some effective equipment to accomplish the task !
I don't know which casting NRX you have in the photo but this 894C with a Met on it accounted for my biggest jig fish so far this year - 6.7 lbs - so I know your combo should work...
EllisJuan reply :
On 8/15/2016 at 1:13 AM, Goose52 said:Well, you certainly have some effective equipment to accomplish the task !
I don't know which casting NRX you have in the photo but this 894C with a Met on it accounted for my biggest jig fish so far this year - 6.7 lbs - so I know your combo should work...
Thanks Goose! That is a great looking fish. That Met in on a 803c. The spinning rod is a 852s...a little light for a jig, but that setup skips a bait so nicely I thought it may be good for getting under docks/cover. My next NRX will be a 4 power.
rippin-lips reply :
Crappy lighting, but it's finally back together again.
apb079 reply :
Phenix K2 paired with 09 Aldebaran BFS
sprogk reply :
New to the forum...with a new reel lol
kickerfish1 reply :
On 8/18/2016 at 6:46 AM, sprogk said:New to the forum...with a new reel lol
Very nice choices, and welcome!
You_Only_Live_Once_Fishing reply :
On 8/18/2016 at 6:46 AM, sprogk said:New to the forum...with a new reel lol
what kind of reels?
stk reply :
Excellent reels. Exsence DC has been awesome on frogs and heavy jigs. Core has been on my list for a while. Is that the 101mg?
Dan_the_fisher reply :
New handle made all the difference in the world
On 8/11/2016 at 7:40 AM, Jon G said:Really thought I was going to get an NRX 893 but I was able to feel an EMTF and I just fell in love with it.
Best Rod ever made in my opinion, amazingly right and is the perfect power for so many applications
EllisJuan reply :
Nice Calcutta! I agree on the longer handle...makes all the difference in the world. How long is that one? I went 100mm on my Conquest.
On 8/18/2016 at 10:48 AM, Dan_the_fisher said:New handle made all the difference in the world
Best Rod ever made in my opinion, amazingly right and is the perfect power for so many applications
Dan_the_fisher reply :
On 8/18/2016 at 12:07 PM, EllisJuan said:Nice Calcutta! I agree on the longer handle...makes all the difference in the world. How long is that one? I went 100mm on my Conquest.
It's the 102mm swept hawgtech, so basically same length as yours. It has so much more power for the big swimbaits
sprogk reply :
On 8/18/2016 at 9:22 AM, stk said:Excellent reels. Exsence DC has been awesome on frogs and heavy jigs. Core has been on my list for a while. Is that the 101mg?
Its the Core100MG. (Right hand)
buzzed bait reply :
On 8/18/2016 at 6:46 AM, sprogk said:New to the forum...with a new reel lol
Nice entrance!!
rippin-lips reply :
Got it back today.
d-camarena reply :
All rigged up, one rod left. Any suggestions on something i might be missing?
From left to right, magnum lizard, strike king swimmer, pad crasher, strike king magnum bug, chatterbait with keitech swing impact fat
mrpao reply :
Nice all spinning lineup.
JohnDHenry reply :
Squad hangin' on the floor
hzzhangc reply :
My final travel rods arsenal.
Megabass secret service, GLX MBR 783, and zoidas
THE_Vue's reply :
On 8/25/2016 at 1:16 PM, hzzhangc said:My final travel rods arsenal.
Megabass secret service, GLX MBR 783, and zoidas
Does the Secret service storage bag fit in a standard size back pack?
hzzhangc reply :
On 8/26/2016 at 10:55 AM, THE_Vue's said:Does the Secret service storage bag fit in a standard size back pack?
On 8/26/2016 at 10:55 AM, THE_Vue's said:Does the Secret service storage bag fit in a standard size back pack?
The length for the hard case is 24 inch. Definitely can fit into a carry on but no a back pack.
Burtonxj reply :
Just got my 6'9" MLXF Avid and Shimano Stradic 2500. Probably my new favorite combo..lot of fun to fish.
GaterB reply :
On 8/26/2016 at 11:34 PM, Burtonxj said:Just got my 6'9" MLXF Avid and Shimano Stradic 2500. Probably my new favorite combo..lot of fun to fish.
I've been looking at that exact rod to pair with my Stradic. How's the balance, and the recovery on the tip? Does it feel whippy? Thanks in advance!
DirtyDeuceGoose reply :
On 8/28/2016 at 10:55 PM, GaterB said:I've been looking at that exact rod to pair with my Stradic. How's the balance, and the recovery on the tip? Does it feel whippy? Thanks in advance!
Great looking combo. I haven't fished that avid x, however I just picked up the sc3 Mojo drop shot rod (only 1 inch longer) and I can say I'm seriously impressed for the price. Same graphite, don't know where it's made, probably Mexico, but none the less it left a fantastic impression on me. I had it paired with a 30 size LE president and felt the balance was just fine. I was fishing tip up techniques with it for about 8 hours and was never fatigued. Just wanted to throw out my 2¢ if it can save the next guy some cash.
Chrisran99 reply :
I've had the 6'6" Avid MLF paired with a 2500FJ for a few months and can say enough good things about this combo. It's just one of those setups that you want to have with on any fishing trip. Mine has caught bream, white perch, bass , schooling speckle trout and a few rat reds. It's light enough to fish all day and is a joy to fish several techniques. I like it use it for drop shot and weightless plastics in open water. Just today I caught a couple of bass on a Ned rig using this setup. So congrats on the new combo.
Dan_the_fisher reply :
Destroyer x4 rattle viper and a '15 aldebaran new finesse setup
kickerfish1 reply :
Looks good! Nice and stealthy.
Dan_the_fisher reply :
On 8/30/2016 at 3:20 AM, kickerfish1 said:Looks good! Nice and stealthy.
Thanks went to field and stream to get some sunline for it, and ended up spending $150 on new stuff for this set up.?
JohnDHenry reply :
Look what came in the mail today.... Going to use it for t-rigs 1/4-1/2 oz. I'm probably going to get a champ for it this fall/winter. But I have heard nothing but positive about the orochi xx rods, which would be better for that?
Dan_the_fisher reply :
On 8/31/2016 at 3:22 AM, JohnDHenry said:Look what came in the mail today.... Going to use it for t-rigs 1/4-1/2 oz. I'm probably going to get a champ for it this fall/winter. But I have heard nothing but positive about the orochi xx rods, which would be better for that?
I think the xx emtf is the best 1/4-1/2 Texas rig and finesse jig Rod made, I absolutely love mine.
rippin-lips reply :
Broke out the bfs combo and hit up the river before work.
The Pond King reply :
Got my new Avid X 6' 6 Medium-Fast today! Paired it up with my Shimano Core 50MG7. Haven't used either yet. Can't wait to test this bad boy out on the water.
Previously bought a Falcon Bucoo 6' 6" MH-F, but the guides came crooked and wasn't impressed with the craftsmanship, so I returned it. I'm much happier with the Avid.
Will eventually try to get a GLX 844 MBR down the line, but will have to save up for that one. The new GLXs look so sick. Till then, the Avid will have to do.
kickerfish1 reply :
^ Nice choice on the reel! One of my all time favorites.
Spyman42 reply :
I just got this bad boy today. What rod would be perfect with this reel? Any suggestion would be greatly appreciated. Thanks all
stk reply :
On 9/14/2016 at 11:30 PM, Spyman42 said:I just got this bad boy today. What rod would be perfect with this reel? Any suggestion would be greatly appreciated. Thanks all
Beautiful reel. I have mine (HG 7.4:1) paired with a Kistler Mag2 Heavy-MedHeavy XF. I use this reel for texas rigs and small jigs. I love how light the reel and rod combo is. Did you get the JDM version or USDM?
Spyman42 reply :
This is the JDM XG. I was looking at the NRX, GLX or Legend Elite, Legend Xtreme. Is this reel is better paired with a H or MH?
stk reply :
On 9/14/2016 at 11:43 PM, Spyman42 said:This is the JDM XG. I was looking at the NRX, GLX or Legend Elite, Legend Xtreme. Is this reel is better paired with a H or MH?
I think depending on your water you fish, if there is a lot of cover I would go with a H, but for me a MH fits a little better. With the shallow spool, line capacity could be an issue. As for the reel's power and torque, I think it can handle pretty much anything except for big swimbaits.
Jon G reply :
On 9/14/2016 at 11:43 PM, Spyman42 said:This is the JDM XG. I was looking at the NRX, GLX or Legend Elite, Legend Xtreme. Is this reel is better paired with a H or MH?
The new Legend elites are absolutely amazing rods and that reel works really well with it. TT just had a very goof review of them as well
kickerfish1 reply :
A match made in heaven. Outside of sourcing the new Shimano Bantam rod for a very steep price, the Poison Adrena looks like a worthwhile mate.
DesertBass reply :
On 9/15/2016 at 9:50 AM, kickerfish1 said:A match made in heaven
What model adrena ?
kickerfish1 reply :
Sorry I should have specified it is the 7'2 Medium. With the slightly shallower spool on the JDM MGL over the US MGL, I figured it would be perfect to use for 1/4 to just under 1/2 oz baits. The rods action appears to be more of a Fast/Moderate fast. Seem quite versatile
rippin-lips reply :
I recently acquired a new project. Megabass monoblock bespoke limited Grigio titanio. First I need to source a couple small parts before I can use it, but it will give me something to do over the cold months. I'm just wondering If I can wait that long. The previous owner did the real hard work and sourced brand new sideplates straight from Megabass Japan.
mrpao reply :
All you need now is a spool, drag star and handle.
Lots to choose from.
rippin-lips reply :
On 9/17/2016 at 8:51 AM, mrpao said:All you need now is a spool, drag star and handle.
Lots to choose from.
90mm carbon handle and a drag star were ordered yesterday from Plat. Choices are actually very slim on the drag star. Since this reel doesn't have a clicking drag you are limited to a drag star from the alphas/pixy platform. They're ugly and don't do justice for the reel. I can source a stock star from MB but it'll be $80 plus shipping. I'll also be using a Steez pinion shaft so I'll be able to use any Tdz/Steez spool on the market. That's going to be the hardest decision. I'll throw in a set of 6:8:1 gears out of a px68 at some point too.
chubaka reply :
My setup for this season.
Zachb6 reply :
On 9/19/2016 at 3:45 PM, chubaka said:My setup for this season.
What reel is that??
rippin-lips reply :
On 9/20/2016 at 1:00 AM, Zachb6 said:What reel is that??
Abu Aurora
Master Bait'r reply :
Edit for wrong post
rippin-lips reply :
I couldn't wait till the actual parts I'm using came in, so I threw it together using some extra stuff I had around. This is just for the time being, but I had to test it out first.
byram bassturd reply :
The millionaire/monoblock platform is my favorite. You're gonna really enjoy it.
Master Bait'r reply :
On 9/20/2016 at 5:46 AM, rippin-lips said:I couldn't wait till the actual parts I'm using came in, so I threw it together using some extra stuff I had around. This is just for the time being, but I had to test it out first.
Oh myyyy
rippin-lips reply :
Version 2 - other than the drag star which I'm waiting on from Plat, this will be what I'm going with. @Master Bait'r
Master Bait'r reply :
On 9/20/2016 at 9:14 AM, rippin-lips said:Version 2 - other than the drag star which I'm waiting on from Plat, this will be what I'm going with. @Master Bait'r
The bait monkey is pleased. Very VERY pleased.
rippin-lips reply :
On 9/20/2016 at 9:29 AM, Master Bait'r said:
The bait monkey is pleased. Very VERY pleased.
Yeah, so is my wallet since I only had to purchase a drag star for it.
Columbia Craw reply :
More recent acquisitions.
Dobyns Champion XP736CB Chatterbait and Tatula CT
Dobyns Champion XP744C Jig Special and Tatula CT Type R
Dobyns Extreme743C HP and Diawa SV103HS
Dobyns Champion 735CB and OG Zillion
Logan S reply :
On 8/2/2016 at 1:52 AM, Zach P said:
On 8/2/2016 at 2:50 AM, Dypsis said:Would love to hear some reviews/thoughts on it when you get some time in with it.
I haven't been able to use this rod as much as I'd wanted to by now. But enough to know that it's the real deal. Had a trailer bearing fail on the way to my Potomac tournament that kept me off the water for that event (and cost me my AOY lead )...After that fiasco I've been focused on prepping for my next event which is a lake where the chatterbait won't play, so it's been on the back-burner. I've only been able to use the rod on a couple practice days for that Potomac event.
The rod I was using previously was a Zillion Glass 7'2" MH/R which I really liked overall, but didn't care for the split-EVA grip as much...The 736 is lighter and more balanced than the Zillion and has a faster action, power is about the same. The 736 is also more sensitive than the Zillion...You're not getting the same feedback as you would with graphite, but you can feel everything the bait is doing just fine.
Application-wise it does it's job well, you can really move a chatterbait through the grass and popping it free isn't cumbersome. It loads well for casting and even though it's on the long side, it's pretty good at skipping a chatterbait under docks too (to be fair though, the docks on the Potomac are pretty tall). I haven't caught a ton of fish with it, but it handles fish well...You've got power to move them for sure but the glass keeps a nice, even pressure on them. Seems to keep em pinned pretty well, I haven't lost any yet (it will happen though) and I've boat flipped every single one.
This is the best fish I've caught with it so far .
Zachb6 reply :
Just the favorite combos of mine...
Favorite custom rods white bird with a *** reel
*** *** spinning with a Shimano Stratic fk
St. Croix mojo bass with a shimano casitas
and my favorite the Cousins tackle IM8 with a shimano curado
Incarcerated Otter reply :
6'6" Avid X Medium and Medium Heavy with Shimano Chronarch's..Very light setup
kickerfish1 reply :
Just added a Majorcraft Speedstyle 6'4 ML casting rod. Debating what reel would be best?
byram bassturd reply :
Based purely on appearance, 1 vote for orange as it goes better with the gold trim parts
buzzed bait reply :
On 9/27/2016 at 1:35 AM, kickerfish1 said:Just added a Majorcraft Speedstyle 6'4 ML casting rod. Debating what reel would be best?
the daiwa matches up a little better to my eye! nice rod!
thehooligan reply :
Daiwa looks great on there kicker
J Francho reply :
It really does! Nice setup!
PatrickKnight reply :
On 8/19/2016 at 2:17 PM, d-camarena said:All rigged up, one rod left. Any suggestions on something i might be missing?
From left to right, magnum lizard, strike king swimmer, pad crasher, strike king magnum bug, chatterbait with keitech swing impact fat
Glad im not the only one on the forum who prefers spinning tackle.
kickerfish1 reply :
Well better late than never but here is what I ended the 2016 season with. I have already added several new rods and reels that aren't pictured but will be when I do this type of thing for 2017. I hope everyone had a productive and fun 2016.
Sorry for censoring the images so much with all the added "clothing" . They were taken prior to getting ready for a trip.
The spinners:
The Casters:
Team Daiwa:
Team Shimano:
rippin-lips reply :
Parts arrived from PLAT this morning. The block is complete.
J Francho reply :
Looks good!
rippin-lips reply :
On 9/29/2016 at 11:24 PM, J Francho said:Looks good!
Thank you.
I like how it turned out. Plus it didn't cost me normal block prices to buy and finish it.
clh121787 reply :
People don't see the grind. The countless hours of huckin a half pound all day, weeks without a bite, the D.D. monsters that follow but won't bite, the melt downs when casting off 200$ worth of swim bait, and the swims in critter infested heavy timber and thick grass to get them back. But there's something about fishing for real giants. GO BIG OR GO HOME
buzzed bait reply :
On 10/3/2016 at 12:05 AM, clh121787 said:People don't see the grind. The countless hours of huckin a half pound all day, weeks without a bite, the D.D. monsters that follow but won't bite, the melt downs when casting off 200$ worth of swim bait, and the swims in critter infested heavy timber and thick grass to get them back. But there's something about fishing for real giants. GO BIG OR GO HOME
i wonder if it would be any easier if you flipped them over? they're all upside down!!!
Columbia Craw reply :
On 10/3/2016 at 11:46 PM, buzzed bait said:i wonder if it would be any easier if you flipped them over? they're all upside down!!!
He only casts under hand.
rippin-lips reply :
Meet Mr.Jigrod
2016 Megabass Destroyer - Super Destroyer and Steez 100HLA with RCS 1016 spool.
anthonyfip reply :
Stingray23 reply :
MB Orochi XX:
Spinnerbait Special
Jerkbait Special
Flat Side Special
Perfect Pitch
EMTF
Tour Versatile
Shakey Head(not pictured)
G Loomis:
NRX 842S
REELS:
Shimano:
13 Met. 6.2
13 Met. 6.2
13 Met.HG 7.4
13 Met.XG 8.5
15 Calcutta Conquest 100HG
14 Stella 3000HGM
Daiwa:
SV 103XS 7.9
More Daiwa reels coming
KayakBasser reply :
Burtonxj reply :
Rippin lips. That's a really good looking combo.
MBB Nate reply :
I'm too embarrased to post my peasant gear in here but thank you guys for the dreams.
buzzed bait reply :
On 10/17/2016 at 7:04 AM, MBB Nate said:I'm too embarrased to post my peasant gear in here but thank you guys for the dreams.
don't be man, it's about what makes you happy! let's see what you're working with!
EvanT123 reply :
Thanks to another member I was finally able to round out the 3 amigos
Gloomis IMX 844MBR-chronarch E7
Gloomis IMX 783MBR-conquest 100
Gloomis IMX 782MBR-curado 50e
Not much these 3 can't handle.
Hulkster reply :
ok, a few of my Loomis Rods and shimano reels:
SJR843 GL3 with Saros 4000
MBR843 E6X with Curado 200i PG
TSR791 with Sustain 1000 FE
SJR842 GL3 with Sustain 3000 FE.
love all my Loomis Rods, I also have an Escape travel rod (love it) and an SJR700 GL3 (mag light one of my faves)
Cant wait until the next one even if it results in divorce hahaha
Redlinerobert reply :
Loading up the SS Minnow for a trip tomorrow. I'll have the 2nd rod locker filled up tonight.
Dypsis reply :
On 10/20/2016 at 7:22 AM, Redlinerobert said:Loading up the SS Minnow for a trip tomorrow. I'll have the 2nd rod locker filled up tonight.
So. Many. SB's. Must resist hating you.
A-Jay reply :
On 10/20/2016 at 7:22 AM, Redlinerobert said:Loading up the SS Minnow for a trip tomorrow. I'll have the 2nd rod locker filled up tonight.
Out-Standing.
It's been a long time coming. You must be pretty Pumped.
Best of Luck to you.
A-Jay
buzzed bait reply :
On 10/20/2016 at 7:22 AM, Redlinerobert said:Loading up the SS Minnow for a trip tomorrow. I'll have the 2nd rod locker filled up tonight.
Redlinerobert reply :
A few more back up rods.
fishinfiend reply :
Very nice. Have a blast. can't wait to see pics of fish Redline R.
MBB Nate reply :
Ok, here is my VERY modest rod lineup.
From left to right:
Pflueger President 2500 on a 6'6 Fenwick Eagle M/F
Lews LFS on 6'6 Veritas 2.0 MH/Moderate
Pflueger Trion on Lightning Shock 6'6 Med/ModFast
Tatula CT on Vendetta 7' MH/F
MIbassyaker reply :
Fenwick Aetos 7'0" MF + Pflueger Patriarch 9535:
buzzed bait reply :
On 10/23/2016 at 4:02 AM, MBB Nate said:Ok, here is my VERY modest rod lineup.
Tatula CT on Vendetta 7' MH/F
the tatula/vendetta combo look like they were made for each other! nice setups!
On 10/23/2016 at 6:29 AM, MIbassyaker said:Fenwick Aetos 7'0" MF + Pflueger Patriarch 9535:
those 2 look good together! i have a 30 size patriarch and absolutely love it. nice combo!
MIbassyaker reply :
On 10/23/2016 at 4:02 AM, MBB Nate said:Ok, here is my VERY modest rod lineup.
Tatula CT on Vendetta 7' MH/F
On 10/24/2016 at 3:42 AM, buzzed bait said:
the tatula/vendetta combo look like they were made for each other! nice setups!
I was thinking the same thing; nice-looking pair.
On 10/24/2016 at 3:42 AM, buzzed bait said:
those 2 look good together! i have a 30 size patriarch and absolutely love it. nice combo!
I believe they were designed to go together. The color is an exact match, and the balance is just about perfect.
MBB Nate reply :
On 10/23/2016 at 6:29 AM, MIbassyaker said:Fenwick Aetos 7'0" MF + Pflueger Patriarch 9535:
How is the Aetos? This Eagle is my first Fenwick rod. I like it but I'm not sure I like the stainless guides. They just feel weird and sound even weirder. Can't say they effect anything else though.
WIGuide reply :
Definitely nothing super fancy, but I was in need of a new cranking rod and I happened to win a free rod in a send in offer from St. Croix so I picked one of the crankbait models in their Premier line. Within a few days a 7' MH/M Premier arrived at my door. I threw my Abu Revo Inshore on it and it makes for a nice combo. 
buzzed bait reply :
On 10/25/2016 at 12:50 AM, WIGuide said:Definitely nothing super fancy, but I was in need of a new cranking rod and I happened to win a free rod in a send in offer from St. Croix so I picked one of the crankbait models in their Premier line. Within a few days a 7' MH/M Premier arrived at my door. I threw my Abu Revo Inshore on it and it makes for a nice combo.
FREE ROD you say?!?!?!? that's awesome!
Jrob78 reply :
On 10/21/2016 at 2:42 PM, Redlinerobert said:A few more back up rods.
Dang, you roll deep with the SB's. I've never even held one.
Awesome collection. 
Redlinerobert reply :
Thanks,
There was a time where I'd auto purchase any SB that came available. They are very special to me. It's too bad they don't make them anymore.
WIGuide reply :
On 10/25/2016 at 5:32 AM, buzzed bait said:FREE ROD you say?!?!?!? that's awesome!
Yeah, I didn't even realize I had entered. They had a deal going on earlier in the year that if you bought a rod you could send in for a free UV Buff or whatever the neck sun blockers are called. I replaced to rods earlier this year, so I sent in the rebate. I vaguely remember something about a rod giveaway but it had been a while. I went back and looked at my copy after they called and sure enough, they were giving away 150 rods. You could pick between the Premier, Tidemaster, and one of their fly rods. I was pumped since I hardly ever win anything and if I do it's usually only worth a few dollars. It made me one happy camper when I got the call. I was just about ready to put my boat in the water when they called, and ended up catching a 5 pounder shortly after I started fishing. Needless to say it was a pretty good day haha.
rippin-lips reply :
New toy arrived today.
Megabass Phase 3 Bearing Down
J Francho reply :
Nice
Logan S reply :
Recently scored what I think was an amazing deal on an unused MB Black Jungle - Deep Cranking and Slow Rolling (F5-71XBJ). Matches up great with my D5 and is an impressive rod, as you'd expect from MB . Wasn't really planning on picking up a cranking rod, but some deals are too good to pass up!
Redlinerobert reply :
I'm not one to pass up a deal, especially when it comes to MB. Found a never used Megabass Mephisto SB, Destruction, and US Trail F4 Tomahawk. Oh and a Daiwa Ryoga Shrapnel.
kickerfish1 reply :
On 10/29/2016 at 7:27 AM, Logan S said:Recently scored what I think was an amazing deal on an unused MB Black Jungle - Deep Cranking and Slow Rolling (F5-71XBJ). Matches up great with my D5 and is an impressive rod, as you'd expect from MB
I think I know that fella that sold it. PVC tube, black electrical tape on the butt caps, bubble wrap and tape on the rod itself plus taped to the tube to prevent sliding. Yea, that dude is top notch and your outfit looks incredible!
buzzed bait reply :
On 10/29/2016 at 10:46 AM, kickerfish1 said:I think I know that fella that sold it. PVC tube, black electrical tape on the butt caps, bubble wrap and tape on the rod itself plus taped to the tube to prevent sliding. Yea, that dude is top notch and your outfit looks incredible!
saw that same deal, which was too good to pass on if you wanted a new cranking stick! and i would agree the combo looks great together!
Redlinerobert reply :
Well. After a long search, dumb luck, and simply being at the right place at the right time, I have something very special inbound from Japan... 
Dypsis reply :
On 11/2/2016 at 2:44 PM, Redlinerobert said:Well. After a long search, dumb luck, and simply being at the right place at the right time, I have something very special inbound from Japan...
Knowing you it seriously incredible. I can't wait and it's not even mine!
rippin-lips reply :
On 11/2/2016 at 2:44 PM, Redlinerobert said:Well. After a long search, dumb luck, and simply being at the right place at the right time, I have something very special inbound from Japan...
I know it's not the pink personal order tdz. So I'll be waiting...
clh121787 reply :
On 10/28/2016 at 4:52 AM, rippin-lips said:New toy arrived today.
Megabass Phase 3 Bearing Down
Jdm game on point. I'd love to fish with you one day. Wouldn't mind flinging a senko with one of those rigs.
Scarborough817 reply :
looking at picking up a t3 or t3 ballistic in the off season for jerkbaits
Mosster47 reply :
Most of my reels.
Scarborough817 reply :
all of my current setups
Spinnerbait/Buzzbait: 7'0" MH Bass Pro Graphite Series MH/F - 7.0.1 Bass Pro Tourney Special -12 Lb Transoptic Mono
Chatterbait: 7'0" Daiwa Ballistic MH/M - 5.4.1 Lews Tournament MB - 15 Lb Abraz-x Flurocarbon
Small Crankbaits/Lipless Crankbaits: 7'3" Abu Garcia Ike M/M - 6.3.1 Shimano Citica I - 12 Lb Sniper Flurocarbon
Jigs/Worm: 7'6" Abu Garcia Vendetta H/F - 7.3.1 Daiwa Tatula - 15 Lb Abraz-x Flurocarbon
Big Baits: 7'6" Bass Pro Bionic Blade H/MF - 7.3.1 Daiwa Tatula - 25 Lb C21 Co-poly 
Finesse: 6'6" Shakespeare Ugly Stick Lite - 5.2.1 Pflueger Purist - 10 Lb Spiderwire Braid 
Redlinerobert reply :
Arrived today. Now I see what all the fuss is about.
deaknh03 reply :
On 11/10/2016 at 5:22 AM, Redlinerobert said:Arrived today. Now I see what all the fuss is about.
Unfortunately....we don't!
Redlinerobert reply :
Easily the most beautiful reel I now own. Will look even better once it's used and marred up a bit. Time to start a custom rod build to pair with this beauty. I hope to have it completed by the spring time.
Megabass Monoblock Racing Viola. Only 24 lefties and 24 righties ever made. Sold out instantly. They're trading hands at crazy prices. I was fortunate to be at the right place at the right time to buy this for not much more than what they originally sold for. I've seen them sell in this condition for $4,000 plus.
rippin-lips reply :
On 11/10/2016 at 5:49 AM, Redlinerobert said:Easily the most beautiful reel I now own. Will look even better once it's used and marred up a bit. Time to start a custom rod build to pair with this beauty. I hope to have it completed by the spring time.
Megabass Monoblock Racing Viola. Only 24 lefties and 24 righties ever made. Sold out instantly. They're trading hands at crazy prices. I was fortunate to be at the right place at the right time to buy this for not much more than what they originally sold for. I've seen them sell in this condition for $4,000 plus.
You definitely lucked out then at that price. A buddy bought one a few months ago for $3,200.
byram bassturd reply :
On 11/10/2016 at 5:49 AM, Redlinerobert said:Easily the most beautiful reel I now own. Will look even better once it's used and marred up a bit. Time to start a custom rod build to pair with this beauty. I hope to have it completed by the spring time.
Megabass Monoblock Racing Viola. Only 24 lefties and 24 righties ever made. Sold out instantly. They're trading hands at crazy prices. I was fortunate to be at the right place at the right time to buy this for not much more than what they originally sold for. I've seen them sell in this condition for $4,000 plus.
Well done! Simply beautiful! My favorite reel platform for sure.
kickerfish1 reply :
Jackpot! Beautiful reel Robert!
Redlinerobert reply :
On 11/10/2016 at 7:04 AM, rippin-lips said:You definitely lucked out then at that price. A buddy bought one a few months ago for $3,200.
That's about right for the market. I don't see these going down in value anytime soon.
This came in as well. Tank of a reel. Putting a carbon handle on it and a tune from Ian.
deaknh03 reply :
On 11/10/2016 at 9:21 AM, Redlinerobert said:That's about right for the market. I don't see these going down in value anytime soon.
This came in as well. Tank of a reel. Putting a carbon handle on it and a tune from Ian.
That Mb is a beautiful reel my friend..the shrapnel aint nothing to sneeze at either!
shawnmc reply :
Daiwa trio. Tatula, Cronos and Zillion rods.
FrankN209 reply :
My new setup. Shimano 15' Met DC along with a St. Croix 6'10" Legend Glass. I haven't had time to try it out yet, probably this weekend.
@Cheesefrank@blckshirt98 @Bluebasser86 @Robert Riley
.ghoti. reply :
A lot of folks are very interested in that Legend Glass rod. Post up your review when you can, please, and make some of them happy.
A-Jay reply :
On 11/16/2016 at 7:31 AM, FrankN209 said:My new setup. Shimano 15' Met DC along with a St. Croix 6'10" Legend Glass. I haven't had time to try it out yet, probably this weekend.
@Cheesefrank@blckshirt98 @Bluebasser86 @Robert Riley
Very Sweet set up ~
But I have to say you may be disappointed if you present that frog with a glass stick.
A-Jay
FrankN209 reply :
On 11/16/2016 at 9:00 AM, A-Jay said:Very Sweet set up ~
But I have to say you may be disappointed if you present that frog with a glass stick.
A-Jay
Yes, I was just using it for test casting in my backyard :D. It's one of the lures that's less likely to get hung up.
A-Jay reply :
On 11/16/2016 at 9:03 AM, FrankN209 said:Yes, I was just using it for test casting in my backyard :D. It's one of the lures that's less likely to get hung up.
Got it.
A-Jay
blckshirt98 reply :
Sweet looking setup, can't wait to read the review!
DogBone_384 reply :
On 11/8/2016 at 9:08 AM, Mosster47 said:Most of my reels.
I don't feel so bad now ....
Robert Riley reply :
I too am eager to see how you like that SC glass rod. I was curious as to why you had that frog on there too haha.
Bluebasser86 reply :
It makes sense now. When I first saw the frog on that glass rod my eye started to twitch a little. Glad you cleared that up.
Redlinerobert reply :
This arrived at the office today. Will pair with my Gan Craft Junk. I think I'm done buying tackle for some time.
Redlinerobert reply :
And these....
A-Jay reply :
On 11/22/2016 at 6:01 AM, Redlinerobert said:This arrived at the office today. Will pair with my Gan Craft Junk. I think I'm done buying tackle for some time.
"Gan Craft Junk" now there's a term you don't hear everyday . . .
Sweet Reels.
A-Jay
TxHawgs reply :
On 11/22/2016 at 6:30 AM, Redlinerobert said:And these....
What are the 2 rods to the far left? And what do u have in the rod socks? And last lol where did you purchase the reel and rods from? I want to start buying some JDM equipment. Thanks I appreciate it.
Redlinerobert reply :
The rods on the far left are the fiberglass Megabass Destroyer Tomahawk F4-610GT3 Shiryu and Megabass Destroyer Tomahawk Destroyer F4-70GT3 US Tour Limited. They were originally released in 2007. Finding new examples has proven to be rather difficult. These two came up from a collector so I snatched them up quickly. The two slant bridge rods are a Megabass Mephisto, and a Megabass F 41/2 - 68xFti Jabberwock Evolution. Also, pretty difficult to obtain as they were released originally in 2006 and 2007 then evolved into non slant bridge models. The rod in the rod sock is a Megabass Ito F3 1/2-70XSGti Jade Python slant bridge. Looks like two rods but it's actually a 2 piece spinning rod. In the last several years of searching for a new one its the only one I've found. They don't come up too often and like the other SB rods, are highly coveted.
For the most part, these rods and reels trade privately amongst collectors like myself. Sometimes they do come up for sale on the Japanese auction sites. There's also a site that is pretty much dedicated to high end jdm tackle. Out of respect for BR I won't post the name of the site, but it's fairly easy to find. Good luck with your search, sometimes it's like finding buried treasure.
TxHawgs reply :
I take it that we are all checking tracking numbers throughout the day waiting for cardboard boxes or long tubes to be delivered to the house lol. ??
MittenMouth reply :
On 11/27/2016 at 10:11 AM, TxHawgs said:I take it that we are all checking tracking numbers throughout the day waiting for cardboard boxes or long tubes to be delivered to the house lol. ??
Exactly--a little nervous that I didn't choose 2-day shipping since I'll be out of town and the wife is going to see what how much I ordered.
Also, really looking forward to my first order from Siebert Outdoors. I bought a good assortment of their jigs to toss around.
Scarborough817 reply :
a little package showed up at the door last night i spooled it up with 15lb mono
TxHawgs reply :
On 11/28/2016 at 9:28 PM, MittenMouth said:Exactly--a little nervous that I didn't choose 2-day shipping since I'll be out of town and the wife is going to see what how much I ordered.
Also, really looking forward to my first order from Siebert Outdoors. I bought a good assortment of their jigs to toss around.
lol that happens to me too. As a matter of fact I thought that was gonna happen w stuff I have coming but it will be here tomorrow for me to use on Fork Thursday. She doesn't open my packages but she knows what kind of rods I buy if a tube shows up and knows none of my hobbies are cheap lol.
iabass8 reply :
UPS finally showed up. Box of goodies with this gem in the middle. This may be the most cmfortable reel to palm. Definitely feels smaller than a TDz . Swapped out the stock handle to an OG zillion type r . Stocks knobs are nice but handle is way too small.
Jrob78 reply :
On 11/30/2016 at 9:15 AM, iabass8 said:UPS finally showed up. Box of goodies with this gem in the middle. This may be the most cmfortable reel to palm. Definitely feels smaller than a TDz . Swapped out the stock handle to an OG zillion type r . Stocks knobs are nice but handle is way too small.
Very nice! If I were going to splurge on a reel right now, that's definitely the one I would get.
iabass8 reply :
On 11/30/2016 at 9:39 AM, Jrob78 said:Very nice! If I were going to splurge on a reel right now, that's definitely the one I would get.
Definitely would recommend it. Swapping the handle out was confusing. I'm use to twisting right to loosen a handle but this one twists left to loosen and actually screws down into the drive shaft....not around threads. Kinda cool. It is buttery smooth and pitches a jig effortlessly. I can't get over how small the reel is and comfortable to palm it turned out to be. I'm not even sure the stock handle was 80mm. Might even be 75mm. It feels so tiny. The knobs that came on it were nice though. The folks saynig the CC knob being too difficult to twist may have over blown it a bit. It does come set correctly from the factory but isn't terribly difficult to adjust. I was able to do it with 2 fingers. Put it on your short list. Daiwa definitely hit a home run /w this one.
Jrob78 reply :
On 11/30/2016 at 9:48 AM, iabass8 said:Definitely would recommend it. Swapping the handle out was confusing. I'm use to twisting right to loosen a handle but this one twists left to loosen and actually screws down into the drive shaft....not around threads. Kinda cool. It is buttery smooth and pitches a jig effortlessly. I can't get over how small the reel is and comfortable to palm it turned out to be. I'm not even sure the stock handle was 80mm. Might even be 75mm. It feels so tiny. The knobs that came on it were nice though. The folks saynig the CC knob being too difficult to twist may have over blown it a bit. It does come set correctly from the factory but isn't terribly difficult to adjust. I was able to do it with 2 fingers. Put it on your short list. Daiwa definitely hit a home run /w this one.
Yeah, it sucks that they put a 80mm handle on their flagship us reel. If Christmas bonus santa is good to me, I might just get this one.
I do give Daiwa huge props for listening to the public and ditching the original Tatula frame as soon as they could. I'm sure it cost them a lot of money to completely redesign but in the end it was definitely worth it.
rippin-lips reply :
On 11/30/2016 at 9:48 AM, iabass8 said:Definitely would recommend it. Swapping the handle out was confusing. I'm use to twisting right to loosen a handle but this one twists left to loosen and actually screws down into the drive shaft....not around threads. Kinda cool. It is buttery smooth and pitches a jig effortlessly. I can't get over how small the reel is and comfortable to palm it turned out to be. I'm not even sure the stock handle was 80mm. Might even be 75mm. It feels so tiny. The knobs that came on it were nice though. The folks saynig the CC knob being too difficult to twist may have over blown it a bit. It does come set correctly from the factory but isn't terribly difficult to adjust. I was able to do it with 2 fingers. Put it on your short list. Daiwa definitely hit a home run /w this one.
Any of the reels that use a bolt instead of a nut are R tight. Steez j dream Zonda and some others. That reel is definitely on my list. Probably going to wait for the aluminum version since I have extra sv spools to put in it.
fishwizzard reply :
So for those of us who can't ID a reel from a single picture, what daiwa is it?
Jrob78 reply :
On 11/30/2016 at 10:59 AM, Bunnielab said:So for those of us who can't ID a reel from a single picture, what daiwa is it?
Steez SV TWS
EllisJuan reply :
Family photo...
Dypsis reply :
On 11/30/2016 at 9:15 AM, iabass8 said:UPS finally showed up. Box of goodies with this gem in the middle. This may be the most cmfortable reel to palm. Definitely feels smaller than a TDz . Swapped out the stock handle to an OG zillion type r . Stocks knobs are nice but handle is way too small.
I ordered a 92mm ZPI for mine. My only real complaint about the reel was handle size.
fishwizzard reply :
On 11/30/2016 at 11:17 AM, Jrob78 said:Steez SV TWS
Thanks, just starting to dip my toe into this stuff and even just trying to make sense of all the Daiwa reels is confusing.
TxHawgs reply :
Picked these up about a month ago. First pic is 2 Daiwa Zillions one 8' H SBR & one 8' MH R Glass CBR. Got them both brand new for less than the cost of one, $250. Next 2 is an NRX 894C and a Dobyns Champion Extreme HP 842C. Paid full price for the NRX and got the Dobyns w it for $50 bucks. The Dobyns is really nice, the aesthetics, quality control, cork and balance are all very good. It is heavier than the longer NRX, I think they add weight to the butt of the rod to balance it.
Stingray23 reply :
New combo. Steez SV6.3R and MB Orochi XX fast moving special.
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CTBassin860 reply :
(Left) 7' MH fast 1st gen Veritas with an Orra 2 Winch 5.4:1
(Right) 7'1" MH fast St. Croix Mojo bass paired with a 13Teen fishing In Ception 8.1:1
rippin-lips reply :
It took long enough but all the parts were finally delivered today.
iabass8 reply :
On 12/7/2016 at 2:21 AM, rippin-lips said:It took long enough but all the parts were finally delivered today.
I like it. I've been waiting and waiting for hedgehog to restock the blue kit for the Steez but they just won't do it!
rippin-lips reply :
On 12/7/2016 at 2:28 AM, iabass8 said:I like it. I've been waiting and waiting for hedgehog to restock the blue kit for the Steez but they just won't do it!
I went with SLP Works parts since it matches the spool spot on. Also because HH is just a touch off. Not by much but enough for me. Plus as you mentioned HH is lacking on parts selection. I could only find the handle parts kit from 1 place in Thailand and it was the last one they had. It includes a line guide pawl cap also.
rippin-lips reply :
A little pic that shows it all.
TxHawgs reply :
FrankN209 reply :
Put a Livre handle on my Met. I put the stock knobs on it, the ones that came on the handle are huge. I know some of you don't like the bigger handles, but for me, this feels good.
MarcelP reply :
St. Croix LXC70MHF + Daiwa Steez SV 6.3
Stingray23 reply :
Couldnt pass these up for $120 each. Tatula CT Type-R-6.3, 7.3, 8.1
1BADAIR reply :
Couple new (to me)tube rods
Bass_Fishing_Socal reply :
On 12/19/2016 at 9:35 AM, Stingray23 said:Couldnt pass these up for $120 each. Tatula CT Type-R-6.3, 7.3, 8.1
Where did you get those at that price? I might be in market for one.
thanks
edit nevermind I see it from american legacy, i think they out of stock on RH 7.3 as of now
rangoo reply :
Just got a Revo SX30 for my veritas 7' mf no pics yet though
buzzed bait reply :
here are some of my more recent acquisitions:
- daiwa alphas sv 105shl that i've tricked out a bit
- DIY BFS spool
- Hedgehog air BFS bearings
- Hedgehog color dress up parts
- 90mm tatula handle
- megabass hyper cork knobs
- new spinnerbait combo
- shimano metanium dc 2015
- 95mm avail handle
- avail knob caps
- megabass 2016 destroyer 6'8" bandersnatch
- shimano metanium dc 2015
Dypsis reply :
Nice, Justin, way to step up your game the last year or so!
1BADAIR reply :
CTBassin860 reply :
Have to fill it up so I have an excuse to buy a new rack and 16 more setups to go with it.Rinse and repeat.
Tommy Marzano reply :
wow I thought I was the only one who enjoys tackle as much as fishing (almost) lol
I will be taking pics soon to add
LuckyHandsINC. reply :
Got an Aldebaren 50hg to replace the chronarch 50e that was on this rod. Combo feels great together. Can't wait till spring.
Wally Corder reply :
New Envy black 610 m casting and a 71ml spinning. Replacing some stuff.
mwh33 reply :
Here are a few of my reels.
Shimano JDM Conquest 200
Shimano JDM Metanium
Shimano Excense DC
Daiwa Steez LTD SV 105XH
DAiwa Steez LTD SV 103TN
CTBassin860 reply :
The new setup is to pretty not to share.Curado 70HG 7.2:1 on a 7'1" St. Croix Mojo MHF.
lmbfisherman reply :
My new addition to the family and my first Conquest. Not going to be able test until Spring, but this thing is smoother than butter....
buzzed bait reply :
Here's the BFS combo I put together recently. Haven't yet had a chance to fish it with the new spool. Whole outfit weighs 9.8 oz.
REEL:
Daiwa Alphas SV 105 SHL
HH air bfs bearings
HH orange dress up parts
Carbontex Drag
DIY BFS spool
Tatula 90mm handle
MB hypercork knobs
ROD:
Major Craft Corzza 6'7"L BFS (2 piece)
fishwizzard reply :
On 1/6/2017 at 8:29 AM, buzzed bait said:Here's the BFS combo I put together recently. Haven't yet had a chance to fish it with the new spool. Whole outfit weighs 9.8 oz.
REEL:
Daiwa Alphas SV 105 SHL
HH air bfs bearings
HH orange dress up parts
Carbontex Drag
DIY BFS spool
Tatula 90mm handle
MB hypercork knobs
ROD:
Major Craft Corzza 6'7"L BFS (2 piece)
Dude that is great. I have a SV105 and have had that handle in my cart for months but I never pulled the trigger. I have also resisted dressup parts, but I have a PX68 that could really use some red SPL handles, and your pic ain't helping my willpower any.
curtis9 reply :
New to me Christmas presents. I picked up a Core 50, an Aldebaran mg and a new St Croix elite 7mhf.
LuckyHandsINC. reply :
My newest combo. Dobyn's extreme HP 745 and Daiwa T3 SV. Going to use it for frogs.
Slipknot_Fan666 reply :
I'll try to get better pictures later. Just picked the setup up today. *** *** reel (accidentally got left handed, but I've been wanting to make the transition anyway) on a Cabela's ProGuide(?) 7' medium rod.
Scarborough817 reply :
On 1/8/2017 at 1:52 AM, LuckyHandsINC. said:My newest combo. Dobyn's extreme HP 745 and Daiwa T3 SV. Going to use it for frogs.
one thing to be careful with the t3 frame i don't know if it will happen to you but the tackle review team had braid on theirs and it grooved into the plastic
LuckyHandsINC. reply :
On 1/10/2017 at 5:05 AM, Scarborough817 said:one thing to be careful with the t3 frame i don't know if it will happen to you but the tackle review team had braid on theirs and it grooved into the plastic
Thanks for the warning those problems have been dealt with though. All the t3's after the original have the little metal plates to prevent that.
iabass8 reply :
On 1/10/2017 at 5:05 AM, Scarborough817 said:one thing to be careful with the t3 frame i don't know if it will happen to you but the tackle review team had braid on theirs and it grooved into the plastic
That was an issue on the Ballistic. It was fixed 6-7 years ago on the later models.
Scarborough817 reply :
On 1/10/2017 at 6:30 AM, LuckyHandsINC. said:Thanks for the warning those problems have been dealt with though. All the t3's after the original have the little metal plates to prevent that.
On 1/10/2017 at 11:41 AM, iabass8 said:That was an issue on the Ballistic. It was fixed 6-7 years ago on the later models.
i figured it was better to be safe than sorry
GaterB reply :
On 1/10/2017 at 5:05 AM, Scarborough817 said:one thing to be careful with the t3 frame i don't know if it will happen to you but the tackle review team had braid on theirs and it grooved into the plastic
Issue was fixed no worries
buzzed bait reply :
I've had the rod a little while even though i have hardly even used it, but i just got the reel all slicked up and they're ready to roll now! It's kind of setup as an all around combo with 30# braid, but will see a lot of time with a Keitech swing impact type of bait on it.
ROD:
Dobyns DX 703c HP
REEL:
Daiwa Steez SV 6.3L
100MM basszone carbon fiber handle
hedgehog air bearings
hedgehog orange parts
rippin-lips reply :
All downhill from here, Justin.
kickerfish1 reply :
Good stuff buzzedbait! You need to post your entire aresenal
kickerfish1 reply :
On 1/13/2017 at 9:00 AM, rippin-lips said:All downhill from here, Justin.
I agree! He is already screwed. I noticed that when he started selling off some of his "Lewsers"
KP Duty reply :
Scored 2 slp zillions the last week of december. Bought a 9.1 sv zillion, and before I even took it to the lake, I wanted to upgrade it. Decided to sell it because this was the more cost effective route given the yen. The slp already has the carbon handle, +2 bearings...and lats face it....ghost purple knobs are proven to catch more fish. Either that, or maybe one of those topless grand lake sunnrrs will make their way to the boat deck when I brandish one
WI_Angler1989 reply :
Sent my Stradic FK spinning reel in last week. Should have arrived today. Heres to hoping it gets fixed/replaced painlessly and I can get her back to me!
I only had one season with it, and it was damaged and had some issues when I got it, but it was amazing anyway!
fvogel67 reply :
The Herd
Murrica reply :
Just added some new rods. Enigma Phenom Titaniums. Going to be adding 2-3 more in the next week or 2. Did some Winn Grip wraps right away as well.
kickerfish1 reply :
Since the year is over and I am going through and cleaning and getting everything ready for next year I thought I would snap a pic of what reels I ended the year with. Going to sell a few and probably add a few.
buzzed bait reply :
On 1/17/2017 at 11:13 AM, kickerfish1 said:Since the year is over and I am going through and cleaning and getting everything ready for next year I thought I would snap a pic of what reels I ended the year with. Going to sell a few and probably add a few.
Awesome group John, love all the diversity!!
Dypsis reply :
On 1/18/2017 at 3:13 AM, buzzed bait said:
Awesome group John, love all the diversity!!
Exactly!!!! Well done indeed.
fvogel67 reply :
Citica on a 6'6" Fenwick Silverhawk
bass raider reply :
Haven't posted anything on here in a while so I thought id show off my newest combo! Lews BB1 7:1 on a St. Croix Avid X 7'4" hvy. My first St. Croix and definitely not my last! Also while I am still a MAJOR Shimano fan I have to admit this BB1 and my tournament speed spin are really growing on me ?
Columbia Craw reply :
On 1/13/2017 at 8:20 AM, buzzed bait said:I've had the rod a little while even though i have hardly even used it, but i just got the reel all slicked up and they're ready to roll now! It's kind of setup as an all around combo with 30# braid, but will see a lot of time with a Keitech swing impact type of bait on it.
ROD:
Dobyns DX 703c HP
REEL:
Daiwa Steez SV 6.3L
100MM basszone carbon fiber handle
hedgehog air bearings
hedgehog orange parts
Do you accept VISA?
lonnie g reply :
On 12/3/2009 at 11:08 PM, KYntucky Warmouth said:You should give daiwa reels a try
I think this my be to much weight for your table. send some my way, save a table!! LOL .
XzyluM reply :
Not near as impressive as some of you guys, but these are the rods and reels I have acquired in the past year and half. Just got done with cleaning and lubing them. Put cork sealer on the rods for the first time. Think I really like the darker cork look. Reels are all Tournament Pros.
stk reply :
On 1/23/2017 at 12:51 PM, XzyluM said:Not near as impressive as some of you guys, but these are the rods and reels I have acquired in the past year and half. Just got done with cleaning and lubing them. Put cork sealer on the rods for the first time. Think I really like the darker cork look. Reels are all Tournament Pros.
I like the darker cork look too. Which rod rack is that? Does it have wheels?
XzyluM reply :
On 1/23/2017 at 1:34 PM, stk said:I like the darker cork look too. Which rod rack is that? Does it have wheels?
It's same rack as the KastKing, except it is unbranded. I got it off Amazon and they paid for it as well. Think it was $45 shipped, but signed up for their card and they gave me $50 credit for being approved. It is listed as Qwest Portable 24 Rod Rack and there is also some on the bay with blue molding. Nice rack for the cost. It doesn't have wheels, but they can easily be added to it if you wanted them.
LuckyHandsINC. reply :
Have had the chrome one for a while, but got the TN today. Felt like they both needed to be in the picture.
DogBone_384 reply :
On 1/8/2017 at 1:52 AM, LuckyHandsINC. said:My newest combo. Dobyn's extreme HP 745 and Daiwa T3 SV. Going to use it for frogs.
If this is your first T3, you're going to like it... I have a T3 and a JDM 1016. They cast a mile and are smooth. I keep my T3 in my truck with a 7' M/F Ardito travel rod. It makes a great backup combo.
NathanDLTH reply :
Left to Right:
Daiwa Luguna 7:1:1 w/ No.8
Hellbent Medium Fast
*** *** 8:1:1 w/ *** Medium Heavy Fast
Shimano Curado 7:2:1 w/ St. Croix Avidx MH Moderate
Abu Garcia Pro Max 7:1:1 w/ Berkley E-Motion MH Fast
Carterjig68 reply :
My arsenal for 2017 is all set. It's taken a while and a lot of hunting for good prices but i'm all set with Dobyns Rods and Shimano Reels. 4 are JDM so far, but i'm looking to build.
kickerfish1 reply :
Some good looking setups their Carter
Can you list the reels from left to right?
Dan_the_fisher reply :
Always has to be a good sign to come home to this
sprint61 reply :
A setup I've been wanting for a while now. Awesome shaky head setup!
7' medium extra fast Zbone
Lews team lite 7.5.1
LuckyHandsINC. reply :
On 2/2/2017 at 5:00 AM, Dan_the_fisher said:Always has to be a good sign to come home to this
NSFW.
Carterjig68 reply :
On 1/30/2017 at 4:12 AM, kickerfish1 said:Some good looking setups their Carter
Can you list the reels from left to right?
Absolutely!
Spinnerbaits/Keitechs/Etc-Shimano Metanium DC 7 6:3:1 Gear ratio/ Dobyns Champion Extreme 7' MH fast action
Jigs-Shimano Metanium H 7:4:1/Shimano Champion Extreme 7'4 Mag Heavy fast action
Jerkbaits/popper-Shimano Scorpion 1000 6:4 or 6:3/ Shimano champion 6'8" MH CB
Squarebills-Shimano Scorpion 200 6:3:1/ Dobyns Champion 7' MH CB Glass
Chatterbaits/Deep crankbaits- Shimano Citica 200 6:3:1/ Dobyns Champion 7'3" Heavy Glass CB
Blade baits/ medium cranks-Shimano Caenen 6:3:1/ Dobyns Fury 7' MH CB
Big topwater/swim jigs/ traps-Shimano Chronarch Ci4 7:6:1/ Dobyns Fury 7'3" MH Fast action
Frogs-Shimano Exsence DC 8:0:1/ Dobyns Fury 7'3" Mag heavy fast action
Swimbaits/ A rigs-Shimano Chronarch 200e7/ Dobyns Fury 7'9" MH Fast action
Finesse-Shimano Stradic 2500 Fj/ Dobyns Champion 7' Medium light fast action
Stupid tubes-Shimano Symetre 2500/ Dobyns Champion extreme 7'6" medium heavy fast action
Sorry if some of the gear ratios are off... i think i got them all though.
Dan_the_fisher reply :
On 2/2/2017 at 6:13 AM, LuckyHandsINC. said:NSFW.
Hopefully my nrx will be in tommorow and I'll post up some good pics
TxHawgs reply :
@Dan_the_fisher which NRX did you buy?
Dan_the_fisher reply :
I went with the 893, gonna be a light jig setup. Can't wait to test it out this weekend, I love the feel of the mgl and it is unbelievably light compared to my curado i's.
TxHawgs reply :
On 2/2/2017 at 11:44 AM, Dan_the_fisher said:I went with the 893, gonna be a light jig setup. Can't wait to test it out this weekend, I love the feel of the mgl and it is unbelievably light compared to my curado i's.
Yea your gonna love that 893C. I have the Metaniums and Aldebarans and I always tell people to pick up my NRX 852C w the Aldebaran on it, it's crazy light.
Wait until ICAST this yr when Loomis brings out this rod that's gonna top the NRX in weight and sensitivity. Woops did I just say that? K gotta go.
Dan_the_fisher reply :
On 2/2/2017 at 12:11 PM, TxHawgs said:Yea your gonna love that 893C. I have the Metaniums and Aldebarans and I always tell people to pick up my NRX 852C w the Aldebaran on it, it's crazy light.
I have my aldebaran on a mb rattle viper for small rigs and jerkbaits and I'm in love with it, this is my first nrx so I will deffinatly have more in the future.
Dan_the_fisher reply :
Well here's my first nrx combo, I'm beyond excited. It is ridiculously light for a 7'5 jigging combo. The 893 is gonna balance pretty good with the met when it gets line on it as well.
Columbia Craw reply :
And thy quiver shall be ever full.
I matched SS SV with the 703C
No reel for the 745 yet.
I did get the new Fury 664C.
734 and 735 round them out.
EllisJuan reply :
On 2/3/2017 at 4:04 AM, Dan_the_fisher said:Well here's my first nrx combo, I'm beyond excited. It is ridiculously light for a 7'5 jigging combo. The 893 is gonna balance pretty good with the met when it gets line on it as well.
Metanium on a NRX is as good as it gets. That setup will ruin you...almost anything else you pick up is going to feel like slop.
chubaka reply :
In love with this reel
lonnie g reply :
On 2/4/2017 at 12:51 AM, chubaka said:In love with this reel
I've been wanting one of those. if you ever divorce her i'll take her off your hands. LOL
Bass_Fishing_Socal reply :
Nothing to really show off like you guys high end gears, but Im just a sucker with black and red.
WI_Angler1989 reply :
On 2/4/2017 at 12:51 AM, chubaka said:In love with this reel
Me too. One season under her belt and not one disappointment!
RoweBoatRVA reply :
New rod and reel for 2017: Shimano Crucial and Abu Garcia Orra SX
PatrickKnight reply :
On 2/4/2017 at 12:51 AM, chubaka said:In love with this reel
The FK are amazing if I was told you may only have one reel it would be my FK 3000 without a second thought.
TxHawgs reply :
On 2/4/2017 at 8:42 AM, WI_Angler1989 said:Me too. One season under her belt and not one disappointment!
About to spool mine up for Thursday! Is the one above the FK? Lol if so I just bought the other one.
WI_Angler1989 reply :
On 2/5/2017 at 8:19 AM, TxHawgs said:About to spool mine up for Thursday!
Awesome, man! You're gonna love it!
guest reply :
KP Duty reply :
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rippin-lips reply :
Quick pic before putting it away.
Jacob Phelps reply :
Lews custom speed spool slp
rippin-lips reply :
Good looking reel but you can definitely tell they stole the styling from a curado 201.
lmbfisherman reply :
On 2/7/2017 at 2:11 AM, rippin-lips said:Good looking reel but you can definitely tell they stole the styling from a curado 201.
That was the first thing that crossed my mind! A white Curado! I'm not bashing though, it looks nice.
WI_Angler1989 reply :
Finally got my baby back! They replaced the reel and sent back my old spool too. Have 2 now!
GLK reply :
WI_Angler1989 reply :
On 2/7/2017 at 11:05 AM, GLK said:
Nice reel ya got there!
GLK reply :
Thanks
Had a little spare time today
WI_Angler1989 reply :
On 2/7/2017 at 11:57 AM, GLK said:Thanks
Had a little spare time today
Lucky guy! It's so cold and snowy here unfortunately
Smelter96 reply :
(New to me) Alphas Type F. My first reel of its kind!
Master Bait'r reply :
On 2/7/2017 at 2:49 PM, Smelter96 said:(New to me) Alphas Type F. My first reel of its kind!
The Alphas chassis is easily one of my all time favorites. Nice grab!
TimothyLieuw reply :
Shimano Citica I 7.2:1 40lb Suffix 832
Rapala R-type 7'2 MF XF
ABU Garcia Revo 6.9:1 S 65lb power pro
St Croix Premier H F
Shimano Stradic 3000FJ 15lb 832 with a 12lb flouro leader
Fenwick HMG 7' M F
Shimano Stradic 1000FK 10lb 832 8lb flouro leader
Fenwick HMG 6'9 ML F
There are a couple ponds on campus that students have been releasing bass and panfish into. Saw at them at the school tour and knew I needed a frog, jig and some small plastics. These were the only rigs I brought with me. I knew that one good night at the campus bar would lead to a broken rod so I left all the nice stuff at home.
EllisJuan reply :
On 2/7/2017 at 11:05 AM, GLK said:
That is a really solid combo for the $$$. Well done.
WI_Angler1989 reply :
All these new rods and reels got me all like....
WPCfishing reply :
The very "First" Lews Mag purchased in the USA! period.................
TimothyLieuw reply :
Just received this in the mail so I guess I can add it to the list...
WI_Angler1989 reply :
On 2/12/2017 at 4:40 AM, TimothyLieuw said:
Just received this in the mail so I guess I can add it to the list...
How do you like it so far?! I've been checking it out online a lot. Seems like an awesome reel even compared to my Stradic. I like how the Ultegra has a lot of the same higher end tech in it and durable sealed body.
TimothyLieuw reply :
On 2/12/2017 at 12:47 PM, WI_Angler1989 said:
How do you like it so far?! I've been checking it out online a lot. Seems like an awesome reel even compared to my Stradic. I like how the Ultegra has a lot of the same higher end tech in it and durable sealed body.
I will need to put some work in on the water with it before I can actually make a statement about it but from my initial thoughts I would consider it a budget CI4+. I initially wanted to get another Stradic fk but saw this on the fishusa website and decided to take a chance. Feels balanced in hand which is nice and weight wise it's right inbetween the fk and CI4+. Depending on what the local tackle shop has in stock I am probably going to run out and grab a rod to mount this on and take it over to the pond when it stops snowing. Maybe wake up a couple bass to see what the reel is made of.
CTBassin860 reply :
The Orra has a new home.Budget cranking setup.
FrankN209 reply :
Mounted my Met on a Tournament Pro.
bass raider reply :
This is what happens when you go to the store without the girlfriend…
lonnie g reply :
On 2/13/2017 at 6:28 AM, bass raider said:This is what happens when you go to the store without the girlfriend…
I say take the other seat out of the truck!!
cottny27 reply :
On 2/13/2017 at 3:02 AM, MassBassin508 said:The Orra has a new home.Budget cranking setup.
Budget combos ?. Here's mine I just put together.
QUAKEnSHAKE reply :
Got a new Daiwa T3 for ok price 25% off clearance and used up my giftcards that some have been lying around for 2 years.
FrankN209 reply :
New St. Croix UL with my Pflueger President LE.
Hulkster reply :
On 2/7/2017 at 11:57 AM, GLK said:Thanks
Had a little spare time today
Great fish! Which E6X rod is that? one of the jig and worm rods?
GLK reply :
On 2/14/2017 at 9:06 AM, Hulkster said:Great fish! Which E6X rod is that? one of the jig and worm rods?
6' 10" 822S DSR
Master Bait'r reply :
I finally just pulled the trigger on an Orochi XX Perfect Pitch. I'll be putting my Exsence DC on it. Can't wait!!
FrankN209 reply :
My new Pflueger Supreme XT 30 on my Powell Endurance rod.
JBradley500 reply :
This is my first post. I've enjoyed reading this thread so much, I wanted to sign up and add a little. Here's the big brother and little sister.
FrankN209 reply :
On 2/15/2017 at 10:14 PM, JBradley500 said:This is my first post. I've enjoyed reading this thread so much, I wanted to sign up and add a little. Here's the big brother and little sister.
Nice setup.
JBradley500 reply :
On 2/16/2017 at 1:08 AM, FrankN209 said:Nice setup.
Thanks! We go crappie fishing in the spring for several days, and last year was the first with that UL spinning setup and it was the best i've ever had. I haven't used the new casting setup yet, but the decision on what to buy was based on the UL experience. Sold my old (heavy power) setup to my dad because he likes fishing in underwater forests a lot more than i do.
stk reply :
On 2/15/2017 at 10:45 AM, Master Bait'r said:I finally just pulled the trigger on an Orochi XX Perfect Pitch. I'll be putting my Exsence DC on it. Can't wait!!
One of my favorite combos, perfect for frogging and heavier jigs. Right amount of power and tip. The balance is great too with the heavier Exsence reel.
I had to let the perfect pitch go though, luckily I know where to find her again...
buzzed bait reply :
On 2/15/2017 at 10:14 PM, JBradley500 said:This is my first post. I've enjoyed reading this thread so much, I wanted to sign up and add a little. Here's the big brother and little sister.
very nice intro!!!
mwh33 reply :
My Current Setups For This Year's Trip to El Salto:
From left to right:
1. Megabass Orochi XX Tour Versatile paired with a 7:1 Shimano Metanium
2. Megabass Black Jungle Power Versatile paired with a 7:1 2016 Shimano Antares DC
3. Dobyns 735 champion paired with 8:1 Shimano Exsence DC
4. JDM Megabass Orochi XX Pitch Perfect paired with 8:1 Daiwa Steez Limited SV 105xh
5. Dobyns 746 dx paired with 9:1 JDM Zillion TW SV
6. Megabass Diablo Fast Move paired with 7:1 Shimano Metanium MGL
7. Megabass Super Red Demon paired with 7.9:1 SV103
8. Dobyns 805cb champion paired with Shimano Conquest HG 6:1
Master Bait'r reply :
On 2/16/2017 at 3:43 AM, stk said:One of my favorite combos, perfect for frogging and heavier jigs. Right amount of power and tip. The balance is great too with the heavier Exsence reel.
I had to let the perfect pitch go though, luckily I know where to find her again...
Yeah I've fallen in love with the XX series bigtime. I got a FSS last season and loved it so much I started making moves to replace most of my stuff with them. So light, so powerful, so comfortable and such versatility in the blanks... To me they are just about perfect. Doesn't hurt that they're so d**n sexy either! It's hard for me to say a $300 rod is a great value but I definitely find them superior to many rods I've tried that cost even more.
I feel like that will be a perfect frog/jig/spinner/C rig type combo and it will still work when I go down to the shoreline too.
kickerfish1 reply :
On 2/16/2017 at 3:58 PM, mwh33 said:My Current Setups For This Year's Trip to El Salto:
From left to right:
1. Megabass Orochi XX Tour Versatile paired with a 7:1 Shimano Metanium
2. Megabass Black Jungle Power Versatile paired with a 7:1 2016 Shimano Antares DC
3. Dobyns 735 champion paired with 8:1 Shimano Exsence DC
4. JDM Megabass Orochi XX Pitch Perfect paired with 8:1 Daiwa Steez Limited SV 105xh
5. Dobyns 746 dx paired with 9:1 JDM Zillion TW SV
6. Megabass Diablo Fast Move paired with 7:1 Shimano Metanium MGL
7. Megabass Super Red Demon paired with 7.9:1 SV103
8. Dobyns 805cb champion paired with Shimano Conquest HG 6:1
Ohhh! El' stellar senior!
Loomis13 reply :
On 2/16/2017 at 2:00 AM, JBradley500 said:Thanks! We go crappie fishing in the spring for several days, and last year was the first with that UL spinning setup and it was the best i've ever had. I haven't used the new casting setup yet, but the decision on what to buy was based on the UL experience. Sold my old (heavy power) setup to my dad because he likes fishing in underwater forests a lot more than i do.
An avid UL with a Ci4+ is tough to beat in the UL department. Wouldnt get rid of mine for anything.
clh121787 reply :
On 2/16/2017 at 3:58 PM, mwh33 said:My Current Setups For This Year's Trip to El Salto:
From left to right:
1. Megabass Orochi XX Tour Versatile paired with a 7:1 Shimano Metanium
2. Megabass Black Jungle Power Versatile paired with a 7:1 2016 Shimano Antares DC
3. Dobyns 735 champion paired with 8:1 Shimano Exsence DC
4. JDM Megabass Orochi XX Pitch Perfect paired with 8:1 Daiwa Steez Limited SV 105xh
5. Dobyns 746 dx paired with 9:1 JDM Zillion TW SV
6. Megabass Diablo Fast Move paired with 7:1 Shimano Metanium MGL
7. Megabass Super Red Demon paired with 7.9:1 SV103
8. Dobyns 805cb champion paired with Shimano Conquest HG 6:1
Little fish slime and dirt on that cork youd have them beauties lookin Right my friend
supernul reply :
HI,
There some nice set up here ... you guys in US don't have the same mentality as us, in France. Here if you show people that you have great combos, you are treated, they say it's useless ... but if we give to them, they take ... lol ... In France, you can't show everything you have.
Here is mine,
- MajorCraft Volkey 70H - Shimano Chronarch 151HG
- Shimano Zodias 1610MH - Shimano Met' 13
- Megabass French Limited F4-68X - Shimano Met'13 HG
- MajorCraft Corzza 69M - Shimano Scorpion 201 14'
I just grab recently a Shimano/Jackall Poison Adrena 172H for my frog setup, and a Powell Max 704CB, my first amarican rod, but I think i felt in love with the Poison series, and I'll try to get the 172MH-G and and 1610L +/- BFS for this year.
buzzed bait reply :
On 2/17/2017 at 8:22 PM, supernul said:
HI,
There some nice set up here ... you guys in US don't have the same mentality as us, in France. Here if you show people that you have great combos, you are treated, they say it's useless ... but if we give to them, they take ... lol ... In France, you can't show everything you have.
Here is mine,
- MajorCraft Volkey 70H - Shimano Chronarch 151HG
- Shimano Zodias 1610MH - Shimano Met' 13
- Megabass French Limited F4-68X - Shimano Met'13 HG
- MajorCraft Corzza 69M - Shimano Scorpion 201 14'
I just grab recently a Shimano/Jackall Poison Adrena 172H for my frog setup, and a Powell Max 704CB, my first amarican rod, but I think i felt in love with the Poison series, and I'll try to get the 172MH-G and and 1610L +/- BFS for this year.
nice lineup and great entry!
rippin-lips reply :
I had to grab one since they're being discontinued by Daiwa for some reason. 7:9 SV103 with a few little changes.
HH air hd spool bearings
worm shaft bearing upgrade
SV spool spring mod
90mm carbon handle
rcs cork knobs
black accent parts
fishballer06 reply :
On 2/18/2017 at 4:46 AM, rippin-lips said:I had to grab one since they're being discontinued. 7:9 SV103
with a few little changes.
HH air hd spool bearings
worm shaft bearing upgrade
SV spool spring mod
90mm carbon handle
rcs cork knobs
black accent parts
Did you get that from Gary?
rippin-lips reply :
On 2/18/2017 at 4:48 AM, fishballer06 said:
Did you get that from Gary?
I bought the reel through a friend that works for the Tackle Trap. Gary, doesn't really do much from the store these days. He works from home most of the time.
kickerfish1 reply :
On 2/18/2017 at 4:46 AM, rippin-lips said:I had to grab one since they're being discontinued by Daiwa for some reason. 7:9 SV103 with a few little changes.
HH air hd spool bearings
worm shaft bearing upgrade
SV spool spring mod
90mm carbon handle
rcs cork knobs
black accent parts
Love the stealth look! Nice modifications!
lonnie g reply :
On 2/16/2017 at 5:55 AM, buzzed bait said:
very nice intro!!!
got to love family! not identical twins, but I bet they work well together. good looking first post
FrankN209 reply :
Replaced my MH Powell Endurance with a Shimano Zodias ML 7' for dropshots and finesse.
fvogel67 reply :
803S JWR With a Stradic FJ 2500
PatrickKnight reply :
On 2/19/2017 at 9:29 AM, fvogel67 said:803S JWR With a Stradic FJ 2500
As much as I love my FK I secretly wish it was white!
guest reply :
On 2/19/2017 at 8:14 AM, FrankN209 said:Replaced my MH Powell Endurance with a Shimano Zodias ML 7' for dropshots and finesse.
I'm planning on ordering this exact rod.
FrankN209 reply :
On 2/20/2017 at 4:09 AM, Pilot. said:I'm planning on ordering this exact rod.
Very lite and sensitive rod. It's one of the best rods that I own. The only complaint I have is, there are no hook keeper. You would think on a rod that is $200, it would come with one. But that's ok, I just ordered fuji hook keepers.
mllrtm79 reply :
I finally got all of my reels spooled up on Saturday, and situated on the rods I want them on (for now).
I got to enjoy the weather and fish for a while Saturday afternoon and yesterday.
Don't mind the duck, she likes to watch me fish.
Chris at Tech reply :
On 2/18/2017 at 4:46 AM, rippin-lips said:I had to grab one since they're being discontinued by Daiwa for some reason. 7:9 SV103 with a few little changes.
Maaaaannnnnnnn......I was thinking the same but had been successfully holding off. Now I see your pics. In conclusion, I hate you.
rippin-lips reply :
On 2/21/2017 at 7:38 AM, Chris at Tech said:
Maaaaannnnnnnn......I was thinking the same but had been successfully holding off. Now I see your pics. In conclusion, I hate you.
I held off for about 2 months and then I couldn't keep it out of my head any longer. Just buy one. You won't be disappointed. Here's another pic with its younger twin from today.
bigturtle reply :
On 2/21/2017 at 9:13 AM, rippin-lips said:I held off for about 2 months and then I couldn't keep it out of my head any longer. Just buy one. You won't be disappointed. Here's another pic with its younger twin from today.
What kind of hook keeper is that? looks homemade
rippin-lips reply :
On 2/21/2017 at 9:26 AM, bigturtle said:What kind of hook keeper is that? looks homemade
Nah, it's a very hard to find Japan only hook keeper. Good luck with that search.
Just kidding! It's a cable tie, or zip tie as most of us refer to them. Easy to find.
PatrickKnight reply :
On 2/21/2017 at 12:20 AM, mllrtm79 said:I finally got all of my reels spooled up on Saturday, and situated on the rods I want them on (for now).
I got to enjoy the weather and fish for a while Saturday afternoon and yesterday.
Don't mind the duck, she likes to watch me fish.
What is that spinner second from the right?
mllrtm79 reply :
On 2/21/2017 at 8:26 PM, PatrickKnight said:What is that spinner second from the right?
It is a really cheap R2F reel (made by South Bend) that I got at Walmart last spring when my bail spring took a crap in the middle of the weekend.
It was a $17 combo, I just put the rod butt in my shop for spooling reels, spooled the reel up with Sufix Elite, and have been using it since.
The rod that it's on is a 7' Abu Garcia Vengeance
Edit: maybe it's a 6'6"... I just use it lol
Edited by mllrtm79supernul reply :
I see that you love JDM too, nice set up with Megabass ... Jackall ... but there's a brand I don't really see, is DEPS ... I got a some DEPS lures, that's work pretty well.
But never handled a DEPS Sidewinder rods (maybe one day, just to fish a couple hours with it )... looks so powerfull ... anyone here got some ?
Also like the "Style of Deps"
fishballer06 reply :
Check out the pair on this...
lmbfisherman reply :
Nice! Let us know how they measure up!
lonnie g reply :
my step dad use to say WOZER!!!
Davidhorowitzski reply :
Just got these jems. Such a sweet reels..
kickerfish1 reply :
On 2/22/2017 at 8:54 AM, fishballer06 said:Check out the pair on this...
Traded in the older CI4s for the new ones eh? Looks snazzzzy! Have you fished or back yard casted them yet? It is just nice to see reels without red accents and another reel that utilizes the MGL spool.
fishballer06 reply :
On 2/22/2017 at 11:32 AM, kickerfish1 said:
Traded in the older CI4s for the new ones eh? Looks snazzzzy! Have you fished or back yard casted them yet? It is just nice to see reels without red accents and another reel that utilizes the MGL spool.
I did. I had confidence that Shimano wouldn't let me down, and so far they haven't. I posted up an overall fist impressions thread in the rod/reel section. Go check it out.
Chris at Tech reply :
On 2/21/2017 at 9:13 AM, rippin-lips said:I held off for about 2 months and then I couldn't keep it out of my head any longer. Just buy one. You won't be disappointed. Here's another pic with its younger twin from today.
Yeah, I pulled the trigger...
rippin-lips reply :
On 2/23/2017 at 7:36 AM, Chris at Tech said:Yeah, I pulled the trigger...
Hulkster reply :
picked up a Loomis E6X JWR 852S this past weekend from a local tackle show. feels awesome, I can't wait to use it. im going to pair it with a new Ultegra 3000 reel from shimano.
Chris at Tech reply :
On 2/23/2017 at 7:43 AM, rippin-lips said:
I imagine you're the turd who got the last pair of lefty black bumpers from Tackle Trap too, aren't you?
EllisJuan reply :
Soon...
rippin-lips reply :
On 2/24/2017 at 7:13 AM, Chris at Tech said:I imagine you're the turd who got the last pair of lefty black bumpers from Tackle Trap too, aren't you?
Haha yeah that's me. I grabbed another SV103 today and some hedgehog parts for a steal. We worked out a deal so he could keep the handle and drag star since I have that stuff extra. *owners picture
fishwizzard reply :
I want to post my rod/reel collection but every time I try to take good pictures they come out awful. I think I need to wait for a nice sunny day, but then why spend it indoors?
In any case I am kinda shocked at what I have accumulated in three short years and I should get some pictures for my insurance in any case.
Jrob78 reply :
On 2/24/2017 at 10:24 AM, Bunnielab said:I want to post my rod/reel collection but every time I try to take good pictures they come out awful. I think I need to wait for a nice sunny day, but then why spend it indoors?
In any case I am kinda shocked at what I have accumulated in three short years and I should get some pictures for my insurance in any case.
When I first started building rods I learned how hard it is to take good pictures of them. Natural light on a bright day will probably produce the best pics.
rippin-lips reply :
On 2/24/2017 at 10:24 AM, Bunnielab said:I want to post my rod/reel collection but every time I try to take good pictures they come out awful. I think I need to wait for a nice sunny day, but then why spend it indoors?
In any case I am kinda shocked at what I have accumulated in three short years and I should get some pictures for my insurance in any case.
Good lighting and angles are the key to good photos. Unless I'm trying to sell something I don't put too much effort into it anymore.
Hulkster reply :
On 2/19/2017 at 9:29 AM, fvogel67 said:803S JWR With a Stradic FJ 2500
How do you like your E6X Jig and Worm rod? I just pulled the trigger on the 7'1" version (see above although I don't have mine next to a nice bass yet lol)
fvogel67 reply :
It's easily my favorite and most versatile rod.I use it to fish for saugeye and smallies in the Great Miami
and also for largemouth in local gravel pits and ponds.
I picked up an 852S a few months ago for 140.00 at a Field And Stream store.I used it once,Throwing tubes while fishing a gravel pit.I found it very light and responsive and it balanced well with a Saros 2500.
Hulkster reply :
thanks
WI_Angler1989 reply :
All cleaned, shined and polished!
fvogel67 reply :
On 2/24/2017 at 11:50 PM, Hulkster said:thanks
No problem.Tight Lines
kickerfish1 reply :
ALX Zolo B Maeatro with a Stadic FK. Finally got around to getting some photos of it.
guest reply :
On 2/25/2017 at 12:02 AM, WI_Angler1989 said:
All cleaned, shined and polished!
Nice!
WI_Angler1989 reply :
On 2/25/2017 at 5:48 AM, Pilot. said:Nice!
Thanks! Man, I love this rod haha
PatrickKnight reply :
Just a quick shot on the side of the river testing out my new rod Dobyns Sierra 703. This rod is easily one of the best balanced rods I have fished and the most sensitive that I have fished in the $200 price point. So very glad I took a chance on this rod.
Loomis13 reply :
Here are the two rods I have up at school with me. On top is a 6'2" avid with a lews tourney pro and on the bottom is one of walleye, crappie, and finese rods. A 6'6" Light Poison Adrena with a 1000 CI4+. Just about everything is opened up around here and then tonight we got snow and cold...bring on the spring!
PatrickKnight reply :
On 2/25/2017 at 1:09 PM, Loomis13 said:Here are the two rods I have up at school with me. On top is a 6'2" avid with a lews tourney pro and on the bottom is one of walleye, crappie, and finese rods. A 6'6" Light Poison Adrena with a 1000 CI4+. Just about everything is opened up around here and then tonight we got snow and cold...bring on the spring!
I bet just about everything caught on that little spinning set up is a blast.
Loomis13 reply :
On 2/25/2017 at 7:44 PM, PatrickKnight said:
I bet just about everything caught on that little spinning set up is a blast.
Honestly, Im not really sure. I got it late last fall...But it sure feels like it should be fun!
carlm01 reply :
new swimbaits
lmbfisherman reply :
Here's my first MGL. Going to use this for swim jigs, spinnerbaits and chatterbaits. I have to find a rod for it though!
IAY reply :
On 2/26/2017 at 9:16 PM, carlm01 said:new swimbaits
People here don't understand how rare some of these things are.
FrankN209 reply :
On 2/26/2017 at 9:16 PM, carlm01 said:new swimbaits
The 3rd one from the bottom?
d-camarena reply :
Hot dam, that flat sided slammer
Smelter96 reply :
Needless to say, my quick trip to Park Falls was a success
IAY reply :
On 2/26/2017 at 11:15 PM, FrankN209 said:
The 3rd one from the bottom?
Yup, that one is pretty special.
WI_Angler1989 reply :
On 2/27/2017 at 4:44 AM, Smelter96 said:
Good haul! I'm a spinning gear kinda guy, but a St Croix is a St Croix!
Were they all full price?
Smelter96 reply :
On 2/28/2017 at 1:57 AM, WI_Angler1989 said:Good haul! I'm a spinning gear kinda guy, but a St Croix is a St Croix!
Were they all full price?
Nope! 50% of the original price on them all
WI_Angler1989 reply :
On 2/28/2017 at 2:00 AM, Smelter96 said:Nope! 50% of the original price on them all
Whaaaat?! What a deal! How?!?!
Smelter96 reply :
On 2/28/2017 at 2:05 AM, WI_Angler1989 said:
Whaaaat?! What a deal! How?!?!
B stock rods, they call them. Extra rods from shipments sent to stores. From triumphs to elites/extremes, all 50%. A $200 new extreme is a beautiful thing! Never paid more than 50% for a St.Croix. If you live near Park Falls, like me, i HIGHLY recommend you visit. 
WI_Angler1989 reply :
On 2/28/2017 at 2:26 AM, Smelter96 said:B stock rods, they call them. Extra rods from shipments sent to stores. From triumphs to elites/extremes, all 50%. A $200 new extreme is a beautiful thing! Never paid more than 50% for a St.Croix. If you live near Park Falls, like me, i HIGHLY recommend you visit.
Holy crap....it's like Christmas! That's awesome! I live close enough for a fun day trip, that's for sure.
rippin-lips reply :
Little brother showed up today.
GoCougs14 reply :
On 2/28/2017 at 5:51 AM, rippin-lips said:Little brother showed up today.
I want a sv103 so bad
rippin-lips reply :
On 2/28/2017 at 8:41 AM, GoCougs14 said:I want a sv103 so bad
Just give in to your wants. It's much easier that way. I finally did and I ended up buying 2 in a week. Granted, the one I got in the mail today was literally too good to pass up.
GoCougs14 reply :
On 2/28/2017 at 8:56 AM, rippin-lips said:Just give in to your wants. It's much easier that way. I finally did and I ended up buying 2 in a week. Granted, the one I got in the mail today was literally too good to pass up.
I took your advice!
BaitFinesse reply :
My two fairy wands. Zonda Rosso with finesse spool on an UL Jackson super trickster and Haibo Smart on Kuying Teton.
dam0007 reply :
On 2/28/2017 at 8:56 AM, rippin-lips said:Just give in to your wants. It's much easier that way. I finally did and I ended up buying 2 in a week. Granted, the one I got in the mail today was literally too good to pass up.
Didn't they just discontinue them too? Ahhh I'm debating on grabbing one more.
GoCougs14 reply :
On 3/1/2017 at 7:54 AM, dam0007 said:Didn't they just discontinue them too? Ahhh I'm debating on grabbing one more.
Thats what I heard. TW has them on sale for $270 right now. I think all the models are available
fishwizzard reply :
On 3/1/2017 at 6:37 AM, LowRange said:My two fairy wands. Zonda Rosso with finesse spool on an UL Jackson super trickster and Haibo Smart on Kuying Teton.
Man I want one of the L powered Super Tricksters so badly. But for the cost/shipping I know I could get a great, but very plain looking, custom rod made up.
But man that thing is pretty.
BaitFinesse reply :
Bass.co.jp will ship two rods in one tube for around $100. They have a used rod section if that helps. I picked up the trickster and a used fanatista deez there. That UL trickster is super impressive. It has an UL solid carbon tip but still has some power down deep in the blank.
RMax reply :
On 2/28/2017 at 2:26 AM, Smelter96 said:B stock rods, they call them. Extra rods from shipments sent to stores. From triumphs to elites/extremes, all 50%. A $200 new extreme is a beautiful thing! Never paid more than 50% for a St.Croix. If you live near Park Falls, like me, i HIGHLY recommend you visit.
Would you ever be willing to resell them?
RoLo reply :
"Show Off Your Stuff"
Nuh-uh...Anthony Wiener got in trouble that way!
rippin-lips reply :
On 3/1/2017 at 7:54 AM, dam0007 said:Didn't they just discontinue them too? Ahhh I'm debating on grabbing one more.
Yes, both the 103 and 105 will be phased out. Tackle Trap sells the 103 for $255 shipped.
GoCougs14 reply :
On 3/1/2017 at 11:12 AM, rippin-lips said:Yes, both the 103 and 105 will be phased out. Tackle Trap sells the 103 for $255 shipped.
Aw man really? I thought they were out of stock?
rippin-lips reply :
On 3/1/2017 at 11:50 AM, GoCougs14 said:Aw man really? I thought they were out of stock?
That might be true. I just know that's their price on them. I got the last xsl when I bought mine 2 weeks ago.
nameiztaken reply :
Salvation Army needs to rethink their pricing...
Smelter96 reply :
On 3/1/2017 at 10:10 AM, RMax said:Would you ever be willing to resell them?
Ooh im sure someday when something new comes along. As of right now though, im pretty content in my collection
PatrickKnight reply :
On 3/1/2017 at 2:36 PM, nameiztaken said:Salvation Army needs to rethink their pricing...
Wow just wow
rippin-lips reply :
On 2/24/2017 at 7:13 AM, Chris at Tech said:I imagine you're the turd who got the last pair of lefty black bumpers from Tackle Trap too, aren't you?
Theyre back in stock today. Go get a set. @Chris at Tech
Chris at Tech reply :
On 3/2/2017 at 6:18 AM, rippin-lips said:Theyre back in stock today. Go get a set. @Chris at Tech
Already ordered them 4 hrs ago Along with the black nut retainer and a GLX. You know, because the SV103 was lonely.
Ethan F reply :
-Lew Speed Spool Lazer Pro 7:1:1 Ratio
-'7 ST Croix Casting MOJO Bass rod
`15 pound Berkley Big Game line
-$370 Combo
KP Duty reply :
On 3/1/2017 at 6:37 AM, LowRange said:My two fairy wands. Zonda Rosso with finesse spool on an UL Jackson super trickster and Haibo Smart on Kuying Teton.
I dig it. I dig ito reels because he 'throws together' stuff we or I would not think would look good together and makes them work. If you told me you were going to paint your reel rust metallic and put a purple line guide on it...I would have advised against it. However...your reel looks badass. Go figure...
BaitFinesse reply :
On 3/2/2017 at 6:26 PM, KP Duty said:I dig it. I dig ito reels because he 'throws together' stuff we or I would not think would look good together and makes them work. If you told me you were going to paint your reel rust metallic and put a purple line guide on it...I would have advised against it. However...your reel looks badass. Go figure...
I thought the same thing. I told myself that if I bought a Zonda it would never be a Rosso because they looked so weird and no rod on earth would look right with. I picked mine up used as display reel with box, papers and a free megabass patch for $360. I couldn't pass on that deal and used it as an excuse to try out a Jackson Super Trickster. Turns out the two look real nice together
lmbfisherman reply :
I found my new DS rod and because they were on sale (130 USD) I also found the mate for my MGL for bladed baits (spinnerbait, chatterbait and swim jigs).
7 ML Fast Zodias paired with a Ci4+ Stradic FA
6'10" Medium Heavy Fast paired with a Metanium MGL.
I am mulling putting my Core 100 MG instead and put my MGL on the bigger reaction series Cumara for my top water and bigger bladed baits.
Bryant Blackmon reply :
Got in the Lauda, X4 and TDZ yesterday already got some good fish on them
Arobb2012 reply :
Here is my line up. Just picked up a Fenwick hmg 7 'mhf paired with a lews laser pro speed spool 7:1-1. Berkley lighting rod 7' mf paired with a quantum pt kinetic 6:3-1. Shimano sellus 6'8" mxf with a pflueger trion 3500.
FrankN209 reply :
On 3/5/2017 at 6:44 AM, Arobb2012 said:Here is my line up. Just picked up a Fenwick hmg 7 'mhf paired with a lews laser pro speed spool 7:1-1. Berkley lighting rod 7' mf paired with a quantum pt kinetic 6:3-1. Shimano sellus 6'8" mxf with a pflueger trion 3500.
Nice setup!
Arobb2012 reply :
On 3/5/2017 at 6:46 AM, FrankN209 said:
Nice setup!
Thx can't wait to get some fish slime on the new combo.
Chrismissbass reply :
That moment you realize all your gear is trash
Chrismissbass reply :
Hold up,
Found this gem
kroberts9 reply :
here is my line up
7'6 jdm zillion paired With c0ncept (c)
7'4 tatula paired with c0ncept (a)
7'2 tatula paired with lew's tournament
7'1 envy glass paired with ardent elite
7'2 phenix M1 paired with ci4 2500
7'2 phenix M1 paired with stradic mg
PatrickKnight reply :
On 3/5/2017 at 11:04 AM, kroberts9 said:here is my line up
7'6 jdm zillion paired With ***
7'4 tatula paired with ***
7'2 tatula paired with lew's tournament
7'1 envy glass paired with ardent elite
7'2 phenix M1 paired with ci4 2500
7'2 phenix M1 paired with stradic mg
How do you like those M1s?
kroberts9 reply :
I love them so light and sensitive. I feel like they are the best rod under 200 out.
my light handled a 3.8 smallie with ease
the 7'2 m for shakey heads I just got this year but if it performs like the light it will be a sweet setup up
I wanted to add this I have a Loomis glx as a back up now since the M1 feel that much lighter and more sensitive. so I think they are better then some even more $$$ rods
TH-Outdoors reply :
Left to Right for my newest 3 additions.
- 7'4 Hvy-Fast St Croix Bass X
Shimano Curado I
- 7' Med-Hvy Mod-Fast St Croix Mojo Bass
Diawa Tatula CT
-7' Med-Hvy Fast Powell Inferno
Abu Garcia Revo SX
Big Bait Fishing reply :
On 2/26/2017 at 9:16 PM, carlm01 said:new swimbaits
are the 3rd and 4th baits 30acre ?
DINK WHISPERER reply :
On 3/6/2017 at 5:52 AM, Big Bait Fishing said:The fourth one is a high powered herring bait. The third i can't make out.
Here's a few of my latest additions. Will post a few of my new recon elites when I organize everything.
From left to right:
Zillion 7' 6" H/F with concept (a)
Zillion 7' 3" MH/F with concept (a)
Dobyns Savvy 704c with concept (a)
kroberts9 reply :
I love your taste lol
CTBassin860 reply :
On 3/6/2017 at 5:41 AM, TH-Outdoors said:Left to Right for my newest 3 additions.
- 7'4 Hvy-Fast St Croix Bass X
Shimano Curado I
- 7' Med-Hvy Mod-Fast St Croix Mojo Bass
Diawa Tatula CT
-7' Med-Hvy Fast Powell Inferno
Abu Garcia Revo SX
I have the 7'1" Mojo paired with the Tatula CT as well.That is a killer combo.
buzzed bait reply :
picked up a new 6'7" ML 13Envy spinning rod a couple weeks ago. paired it up with a pflueger patriarch 30 size reel i already had. It's perfect for some of the lighter stuff i'm throwing. was able to get out sunday and land one little guy on it. he fell for the 7" weightless trick worm - morning dawn color. had to wait for this fish to post the pic, just to get the @Goose52 approval.....
kickerfish1 reply :
On 3/7/2017 at 1:21 AM, buzzed bait said:picked up a new 6'7" ML 13Envy spinning rod a couple weeks ago. paired it up with a pflueger patriarch 30 size reel i already had. It's perfect for some of the lighter stuff i'm throwing. was able to get out sunday and land one little guy on it. he fell for the 7" weightless trick worm - morning dawn color. had to wait for this fish to post the pic, just to get the @Goose52 approval.....
Maybe he upped his standard to actually requiring the fish slime to be on the rod/reel. From the photo... 6 inches away just won't cut it.
buzzed bait reply :
On 3/7/2017 at 2:24 AM, kickerfish1 said:Maybe he upped his standard to actually requiring the fish slime to be on the rod/reel. From the photo... 6 inches away just won't cut it.
just hope there's no length or weight requirements because i doubt this little dude was meeting the criteria!!
Goose52 reply :
On 3/7/2017 at 3:01 AM, buzzed bait said:
just hope there's no length or weight requirements because i doubt this little dude was meeting the criteria!!
You're good - the point is to go fishin' and do some catchin' - size is secondary!
I've posted some photos of real small dinks with my new gear but by golly they had genuine fish slime on 'em
DINK WHISPERER reply :
This just came in today, 8" Bullshad! A little disappointed that they are overrated in size. I didn't know this but the 8" only measures a hair over 7". Can't wait to find out if the hype is real with these!
Master Bait'r reply :
On 3/7/2017 at 1:21 AM, buzzed bait said:picked up a new 6'7" ML 13Envy spinning rod a couple weeks ago. paired it up with a pflueger patriarch 30 size reel i already had. It's perfect for some of the lighter stuff i'm throwing. was able to get out sunday and land one little guy on it. he fell for the 7" weightless trick worm - morning dawn color. had to wait for this fish to post the pic, just to get the @Goose52 approval.....
I really do love my ml 13envy. So glad nobody bought it when I had it up for sale.
Jrob78 reply :
On 3/8/2017 at 4:27 AM, DINK WHISPERER said:This just came in today, 8" Bullshad! A little disappointed that they are overrated in size. I didn't know this but the 8" only measures a hair over 7". Can't wait to find out if the hype is real with these!
Great bait, I just wish quality control was a tad better. Make sure the line tie is straight and centered, I've had a couple that weren't.
DINK WHISPERER reply :
On 3/8/2017 at 7:43 AM, Jrob78 said:Great bait, I just wish quality control was a tad better. Make sure the line tie is straight and centered, I've had a couple that weren't.
So funny you would say that bro.... My line tie is crooked as all get out and i got a floating model when i ordered a slow sink! Mike claims some of the line ties are crooked due to tuning them before shipping. Now i have to return it for the right sink rate. The package is marked slow sink.
WI_Angler1989 reply :
I've been tempted by some new stuff! Time to find out for myself what all the hubbub is about.
Jrob78 reply :
On 3/8/2017 at 10:00 AM, DINK WHISPERER said:So funny you would say that bro.... My line tie is crooked as all get out and i got a floating model when i ordered a slow sink! Mike claims some of the line ties are crooked due to tuning them before shipping. Now i have to return it for the right sink rate. The package is marked slow sink.
Yeah, it's pretty bad. I don't require my baits to be pretty but I do like them to have straight hardware. I wouldn't think you could twist a line tie on a cured resin bait very much without it breaking. As sloppy as they are they do catch fish.
DINK WHISPERER reply :
On 3/8/2017 at 12:12 PM, Jrob78 said:Yeah, it's pretty bad. I don't require my baits to be pretty but I do like them to have straight hardware. I wouldn't think you could twist a line tie on a cured resin bait very much without it breaking. As sloppy as they are they do catch fish.
Think I'm going to pass on this and go for a Mattlures strong shad instead. For $70 i expect way better...... Just saying
rippin-lips reply :
On 3/8/2017 at 9:54 PM, DINK WHISPERER said:Think I'm going to pass on this and go for a Mattlures strong shad instead. For $70 i expect way better...... Just saying
Mike runs a small operation and it's only him making baits with a couple others helping out. Things happen sometimes and he will take care of you if there's an issue. They catch fish for sure and I wouldn't write it off without using it first. There's plenty of proof that they work just fine. $70 is towards the lower end of swimbaits when it comes to price. For a handmade bait that really not bad. Matt, also make some great baits. The hardgill is awesome.
J Francho reply :
Matt is a one man operation, and doesn't seem to have these issues.
rippin-lips reply :
Yeah, I've only seen a few ever mentioned in like 3 years. He also only does like 2-3 releases a year so that's probably why there are only a few issues. Mike's trying to keep up with orders and also keeping the shelves stocked at all the places that carry his stuff. Is that a good reason... no definitely not but it is what it is I guess. He still makes a proven bait that catches fish though. Just saying I wouldn't write it off quite yet.
J Francho reply :
Get one of these...so worth the wait:
DINK WHISPERER reply :
On 3/9/2017 at 12:08 AM, J Francho said:Get one of these...so worth the wait:
Man I've had my eye on those for a while now. There's one on eBay right now. I just can't pay that for a bait. If i did i would have to throw it on steel wire to make sure i didn't lose it, lol. The Hinkle shad also looks really good! Seems like the bull shad quality control took a fall since he stopped making them himself.
rippin-lips reply :
The twins are finally here.
fishwizzard reply :
Man I am really starting to want to grab a sv103 while they are still around but I have no real use for one at the moment. I think I could justify a second sv105 to go with a Daiwa BBB telescoping rod I just picked up, but to be honest there is no issue just moving the one from my jerkbait rod to the BBB when I need it for a hike or trip.
I have next week off and am going to post my entire arsenal, I am sure you guys can find a hole somewhere a sv103 could fill.
BaitFinesse reply :
My ned rig combo. SS SV with DIY spool and Majorcraft Volkey 68L.
rippin-lips reply :
On 3/9/2017 at 7:27 AM, Bunnielab said:Man I am really starting to want to grab a sv103 while they are still around but I have no real use for one at the moment.
I had no use for one either but now I have two of them. Sometimes you get tired of using the same reels over and over and it's nice to freshen up your lineup with something different. I took off a monoblock and zonda 68 to make room for the SV103's.
fishwizzard reply :
Well, I have only been fishing for like three years, so I shouldn't be tired of anything at this point!
I am already into my second wave of rods and reels, having almost finished replacing all the random stuff I bought before I had even the slightest idea what I was doing or what I wanted.
GoCougs14 reply :
On 3/9/2017 at 8:44 AM, Bunnielab said:Well, I have only been fishing for like three years, so I shouldn't be tired of anything at this point!
I am already into my second wave of rods and reels, having almost finished replacing all the random stuff I bought before I had even the slightest idea what I was doing or what I wanted.
Haha this describes me perfectly
offsidewing reply :
On 3/8/2017 at 10:09 AM, WI_Angler1989 said:I've been tempted by some new stuff! Time to find out for myself what all the hubbub is about.
All you'll need is that bag of Canada Craw TRDs...
WI_Angler1989 reply :
On 3/9/2017 at 11:31 AM, offsidewing said:All you'll need is that bag of Canada Craw TRDs...
Well that's good to hear! I was actually really surprised by how much I liked the Canada Craw color. I had only ever seen the TRD online and boy was I wrong about which colors I'd like!
Green Pumpkin is obviously a winner, but I thought the blue craw would be my favorite.
kroberts9 reply :
I was looking at the ss sv103 jdm model thing weight 5.3 Oz ! I think that's the lightest reel I have ever heard of
BaitFinesse reply :
I like red
nameiztaken reply :
On 3/10/2017 at 6:24 AM, LowRange said:I like red
Holy smokes! Looks awesome!
KP Duty reply :
I wasn't in the market for an xx...but seeing your pics makes me wonder if I should have jumped on JLS's sale.
BaitFinesse reply :
On 3/10/2017 at 4:30 PM, KP Duty said:I wasn't in the market for an xx...but seeing your pics makes me wonder if I should have jumped on JLS's sale.
I picked up my xx jpn through buyee and payed way too much. I won an auction on the emtf xx jpn for $250 but my bank mistook the transaction as fraud and killed the card. A few days later i get an email stating that the rod arrived at a buyee warehouse and that they want me to pay for it. I won the auction, buyee paid for it and now they want me to pay them.
$250 rod
$200 buyee shipping (insane)
$50 buyee fees
Ths rod arrived in a busted up megabass triangular box but survived. Buyee didn't even stick it into a proper rod tube. Their shipping is nuts and they will send out a rod in whatever packaging it arrives at their warehouse in. Buyee may be fine for reels but stay away from rods unless you're desperate.
Master Bait'r reply :
On 3/10/2017 at 4:30 PM, KP Duty said:I wasn't in the market for an xx...but seeing your pics makes me wonder if I should have jumped on JLS's sale.
There was a sale? Dang, I just got a Perfect Pitch.
If anybody is on the fence about an XX, get off of it and buy the rod. They are AMAZING.
nocluefisher reply :
Dobyns mislabeled 736 with curado 200i.
RichF reply :
On 3/11/2017 at 12:57 AM, nocluefisher said:Dobyns mislabeled 736 with curado 200i.
Would you mind snapping a pic of the guides? I'm interested in picking one of these up but was curious about the guide size.
nocluefisher reply :
RichF reply :
I appreciate that!
Logan S reply :
Latest acquisition...Megabass X4 711.
Was respooling the other day and snapped this pic too
Also picked up a Tatula HLC 8.1 for my frog rod, which is a Zillion 7'4" H. Will be one of my few non Shimano/Megabass combos.
RichF reply :
On 3/11/2017 at 3:27 AM, Logan S said:Latest acquisition...Megabass X4 711.
Was respooling the other day and snapped this pic too
Also picked up a Tatula HLC 8.1 for my frog rod, which is a Zillion 7'4" H. Will be one of my few non Shimano/Megabass combos.
Nice collection! You'll have to report back on that HLC. I started a thread a little while ago asking about it but didn't hear much feedback. I was also looking at it for a potential frog reel replacement.
Logan S reply :
On 3/11/2017 at 3:31 AM, RichF said:
Nice collection! You'll have to report back on that HLC. I started a thread a little while ago asking about it but didn't hear much feedback. I was also looking at it for a potential frog reel replacement.
Will be a while before I'm slingin' frogs...But it passes the eye test for sure. Once we hit June I'm expecting our tournament schedule to be very frog friendly for 4 straight events so it'll get a workout .
rippin-lips reply :
Final little pieces showed up today for my pair of SV 103's. Gunmetal Hedgehog Studios frame screws and Ray's cast control knobs that I'll be having anodized black to match the rest of the parts I put on them. Calling these ones finished.
DINK WHISPERER reply :
Dumped the Bullshad and got a Mattlures! Couldn't be happier with it.
KP Duty reply :
On 3/10/2017 at 10:20 PM, Master Bait'r said:
There was a sale? Dang, I just got a Perfect Pitch.
If anybody is on the fence about an XX, get off of it and buy the rod. They are AMAZING.
They just had a few models on sale. Still have a tour versatile for $222.
https://japanlureshop.com/sale-and-specials.html
Master Bait'r reply :
On 3/12/2017 at 7:55 AM, KP Duty said:They just had a few models on sale. Still have a tour versatile for $222.
https://japanlureshop.com/sale-and-specials.html
Luckily it isn't a jerkbait special. ?
dam0007 reply :
On 3/11/2017 at 9:58 AM, rippin-lips said:Final little pieces showed up today for my pair of SV 103's. Gunmetal Hedgehog Studios frame screws and Ray's cast control knobs that I'll be having anodized black to match the rest of the parts I put on them. Calling these ones finished.
Nice!!! You gonna be selling the OG handles from them?
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Just scooped up this JDM gem off *** guy had 4, 3 US and 1 JDM I lucked out! Now just gotta find the 4.9:1 gear set to make this my deep cranking reel.
rippin-lips reply :
You should be able to order the gear set from Tackle Trap. As for the handles I always hold onto them in case I sell the reels. Order a tatula handle assembly from Tackle Trap for $25. It's the same as what comes on the SV103.
dam0007 reply :
On 3/15/2017 at 10:06 AM, rippin-lips said:You should be able to order the gear set from Tackle Trap. As for the handles I always hold onto them in case I sell the reels. Order a tatula handle assembly from Tackle Trap for $25. It's the same as what comes on the SV103.
Yeah called them the other day they only had the right hand gear set in stock. Need the Lefty.
rippin-lips reply :
On 3/15/2017 at 10:11 AM, dam0007 said:Yeah called them the other day they only had the right hand gear set in stock. Need the Lefty.
Call Daiwa direct and order it from Thelma. Zillion 100PLA part numbers.
Pinion gear H20-8601
Main gear G96-4501
dam0007 reply :
On 3/15/2017 at 10:53 AM, rippin-lips said:Call Daiwa direct and order it from Thelma. Zillion 100PLA part numbers.
Pinion gear H20-8601
Main gear G96-4501
Thanks bro! That's the 4.9 or the 5.5 set?
Never mind smh I had the righty model part numbers written down. I'll give em a call tomorrow. Thanks brother!
Chris at Tech reply :
On 3/15/2017 at 10:53 AM, rippin-lips said:Call Daiwa direct and order it from Thelma. Zillion 100PLA part numbers.
Pinion gear H20-8601
Main gear G96-4501
You might have a tackle addition problem when you're on first name basis with the Daiwa parts lady...
illinifan4152 reply :
On 3/9/2017 at 2:18 AM, rippin-lips said:The twins are finally here.
Adam, what two XX rods do you have those sv103's mounted on? Thanks!
rippin-lips reply :
On 3/17/2017 at 8:33 PM, Chris at Tech said:You might have a tackle addition problem when you're on first name basis with the Daiwa parts lady...
Nah, I just order my fair share of parts from them.
On 3/17/2017 at 9:28 PM, illinifan4152 said:Adam, what two XX rods do you have those sv103's mounted on? Thanks!
6:3 is on a diablo spec r
7:9 is on a perfect pitch
Davidhorowitzski reply :
My new 4500 Daiwa is a tad bigger than I was expecting.
fishwizzard reply :
Not really the thread for it, but I know someone in here will know.
I am looking for a longer (100-120mm ballpark) handle for a Alphas 150H. I wanna see if I like it with a longer one and as the reel is already a pig, I don't super care about weight. What's my cheapest option? Same question, but for fat-flat cork knobs, like on the (26/2) Fishing reels?
Quality doesn't really matter as I just want to see if I like the longer handle and if I do, I know there are a few places happy to take my $150 and sell me one.
I was moving some reels around the other night and Rippin's "Twins" gave me an idea, but I wanna test some stuff before I whip the credit card out.
rippin-lips reply :
On 3/18/2017 at 5:49 AM, Bunnielab said:Not really the thread for it, but I know someone in here will know.
I am looking for a longer (100-120mm ballpark) handle for a Alphas 150H. I wanna see if I like it with a longer one and as the reel is already a pig, I don't super care about weight. What's my cheapest option? Same question, but for fat-flat cork knobs, like on the (26/2) Fishing reels?
Quality doesn't really matter as I just want to see if I like the longer handle and if I do, I know there are a few places happy to take my $150 and sell me one.
I was moving some reels around the other night and Rippin's "Twins" gave me an idea, but I wanna test some stuff before I whip the credit card out.
Sent you a pm @Bunnielab
illinifan4152 reply :
On 3/17/2017 at 11:32 PM, rippin-lips said:Nah, I just order my fair share of parts from them.
6:3 is on a diablo spec r
7:9 is on a perfect pitch
Thanks!
WI_Angler1989 reply :
Replacing an old President that's damaged with this beauty. After using a Stradic FK last season (incredible reel), the Shimano reels just feel "right" to me. I still like my presidents, but there's something about the Shimano ergonomics. It's funny when I switch between the two brand a lot, because they have such different bodies that I end up dropping the line.
Itheral reply :
Daiwa Procyon EX 2500SH
Paired with Fenwick Aetos 6'6" M/F
Not exactly sure what line is gonna end up on this yet..
Liking the feel of the reel though, and the Aetos is gorgeous, slight line guide and twist issue aside
FrankN209 reply :
On 3/22/2017 at 10:14 AM, Itheral said:
Daiwa Procyon EX 2500SH
Paired with Fenwick Aetos 6'6" M/F
Not exactly sure what line is gonna end up on this yet..
Liking the feel of the reel though, and the Aetos is gorgeous, slight line guide and twist issue aside
I'm liking that Daiwa reel. Nice setup!
Yumeya reply :
nameiztaken reply :
On 3/23/2017 at 2:54 PM, Yumeya said:
Shimano! Heck yeah!
WI_Angler1989 reply :
On 3/23/2017 at 2:54 PM, Yumeya said:
Nice Izula! I've got a 2
SUPERHOT reply :
Am i qualified on the JDM Enthusiast train?
Mah brand new MB FX68 Viola. Planning to add an Hawgtech handle on this(If i have the cash.)
Now needs an Partners in crime to form an untouchable duo.
pondbassin101 reply :
My collection consists of 1 $100 Diawa setup and a broken BPS reel.
Broke kid issues.
rippin-lips reply :
Gotta color coordinate. I went with black Steez SV spools in the 103's also.
JohnDHenry reply :
Got my first core in the other day, absolutely love it! Will be getting more. It passes the Goose test as well! Balances nicely on my 843 E6X!
The Bassman reply :
On 3/24/2017 at 5:39 AM, JohnDHenry said:Got my first core in the other day, absolutely love it! Will be getting more. It passes the Goose test as well! Balances nicely on my 843 E6X!
Those were great reels. Hated to see the Chronarch D and Core 100 go. They're getting harder to find.
kroberts9 reply :
On 3/22/2017 at 10:14 AM, Itheral said:
Daiwa Procyon EX 2500SH
Paired with Fenwick Aetos 6'6" M/F
Not exactly sure what line is gonna end up on this yet..
Liking the feel of the reel though, and the Aetos is gorgeous, slight line guide and twist issue aside
have you used the fenwick yet? i ask because i wanted one but got the phenix M1 over it since i couldnt find a decent test or review
nameiztaken reply :
On 3/24/2017 at 2:03 AM, rippin-lips said:Gotta color coordinate. I went with black Steez SV spools in the 103's also.
is there a story behind your signature? lol
On 3/24/2017 at 1:57 AM, pondbassin101 said:My collection consists of 1 $100 Diawa setup and a broken BPS reel.
Broke kid issues.
Haha I'm pretty much the same way, a broke high school student. my arsenal consists of a Curado I 6.3 on a Veritas 1.0 7' Med (my best setup yet) and a Shimano Catana on a Ugly Stik GX2 6'
I'm still using Danielson line from BPS, its only $3 for 500 yards of 15# mono!
I have a broken bps reel somewhere too, I think we all do.
I intend on getting a TD-Z on a Dobyns Fury soon. If I can come up with the money for it...
rippin-lips reply :
It's just an old saying. @nameiztaken
clh121787 reply :
Brothers
Itheral reply :
On 3/24/2017 at 7:54 AM, kroberts9 said:have you used the fenwick yet? i ask because i wanted one but got the phenix M1 over it since i couldnt find a decent test or review
No I haven't.. the tip actually broke right above the first line guide when I went to get some line on the reel. 
Currently waiting on a replacement.
Felt good in hand before that though and balanced perfectly with the reel, for what its worth..
kroberts9 reply :
ouch that sucks. i hope the new shows up soon and you have better luck with it
NYWayfarer reply :
My new Kastking Stealth paired up with one of my favorite rods. An old Fenwick Eagle GT
nameiztaken reply :
On 3/25/2017 at 10:35 AM, Finesse Wayfarer said:My new Kastking Stealth paired up with one of my favorite rods. An old Fenwick Eagle GT
Not sure why but that reel really strikes me as odd looking...
Smelter96 reply :
My first high end casting reel, and my second Shimano. Cant wait for Wisconsin spring!
.ghoti. reply :
On 3/24/2017 at 10:29 AM, rippin-lips said:It's just an old saying. @nameiztaken
I have a slightly different version.
"Arguing with an engineer is like wrestling with a pig. After a couple of hours, you realize they like it."
rippin-lips reply :
Final finished product. Knob caps in and spool swapped out.
kickerfish1 reply :
New GLX MBR 844 with a modded TDZ. Yea, it matches and fishes like a dream!
WI_Angler1989 reply :
Got my best and favorite combo ready for the water! She's cleaned, spooled, line conditioned, has a leader tied on and a jig ready for whatever plastic I end up using!
-610mlxf St Croix Legend Tournament Bass
-Shimano Stradic FK 2500
-8# Stren mono backing
-15# Power Pro Super Slick mainline
-12# Sunline Super Sniper fluoro leader
-Cadman's Custom Jig Smallie Crawlin' jig (1/4 oz)
offsidewing reply :
On 3/28/2017 at 9:57 AM, rippin-lips said:Final finished product. Knob caps in and spool swapped out.
What handle is that?
rippin-lips reply :
On 3/30/2017 at 8:16 AM, offsidewing said:
What handle is that?
90mm carbon fiber. Just like you find on the zillion type r.
EvanT123 reply :
A couple winter purchases Common spring!
KP Duty reply :
On 3/28/2017 at 10:06 AM, kickerfish1 said:New GLX MBR 844 with a modded TDZ. Yea, it matches and fishes like a dream!
Nice rig...like the spicy tdz. I can't figure out why your 844 has an extra burl cork ring in the foregrip than my 843 has. Not that it matters...but my ocd would want them to match my other mbr's.
kickerfish1 reply :
KP- that was a good catch. I probably would have never noticed had you not pointed it out. Maybe one of the rod builders got a bit carried away with mine! Did you order your rod from the Tackle Trap? Maybe Loomis had some odd batch that went out that I received with an additional piece of burled cork.
rippin-lips reply :
New rod came today and she's a beauty.
MB Racing Condition World Edition 723H
byram bassturd reply :
On 3/31/2017 at 12:38 AM, rippin-lips said:New rod came today and she's a beauty.
MB Racing Condition World Edition
which model is that?
offsidewing reply :
On 3/30/2017 at 8:58 AM, rippin-lips said:90mm carbon fiber. Just like you find on the zillion type r.
Didn't know if it was the PX Type-R handle that tackle trap sells.
rippin-lips reply :
On 3/31/2017 at 7:40 AM, offsidewing said:
Didn't know if it was the PX Type-R handle that tackle trap sells.
Same exact handle but 10mm longer. I can't do 80mm. It's too short for my liking.
Jacob Phelps reply :
On 3/26/2017 at 2:03 AM, .ghoti. said:
I have a slightly different version.
"Arguing with an engineer is like wrestling with a pig. After a couple of hours, you realize they like it."
Whoa whoa whoa, as an engineer I completely disagree
fishballer06 reply :
Going to give this SV stuff a try... I'm thinking of adding some cork knobs to this.
I also got this bad boy in this week. Hawgtech handle with Winn grips is already in route.
lmbfisherman reply :
On 4/1/2017 at 12:23 AM, fishballer06 said:Going to give this SV stuff a try... I'm thinking of adding some cork knobs to this.
I also got this bad boy in this week. Hawgtech handle with Winn grips is already in route.
Hey let me know if the SV really makes a huge difference with certain applications. Specifically skipping...I'm pondering grabbing a Daiwa just for that. I saw a video that this woman claims she's just the average fisherman and it showed her skipping like a pro with the new Tatula SV! That Chronarch looks to be in supreme condition!
TH-Outdoors reply :
First quality fish on the new spinnerbait set up
7' MH Mojo Bass Spinnerbait Special
Daiwa Tatula CT 6.3:1
Itheral reply :
Couldn't pass up on the Anniversary edition.. Displaced my older Type HD Tatula to my crank-bait rod.
The reel cover is a nice touch and is decent quality as well
fisherrw reply :
Got the 1000, 2500, 3000 and the last tackle warehouse sale got the 4000 i love my ci4s!!
LuckyHandsINC. reply :
My newest acquisition. 2016 Megabass Destroyer Bandersnatch. First impression is it's a beautiful rod. Will use it for spinnerbaits primarily.
rippin-lips reply :
Other part of my HH order showed up today. Added some more purple to the Steez. 'frame screws and levelwind screw' Forgot to put the knob caps in before taking a pic.
fishwizzard reply :
I keep telling myself that in no way shape or form am I going to start trying to color match my rods and reels. I keep telling myself I don't care about that stuff, I keep telling myself that my car is a POS and looks like a homeless person lives in there, that doesn't bother me, why would I care what my fishing gear looks like?
I got a umbookmark this thread or something, it's not a good influence on me.
rippin-lips reply :
On 4/1/2017 at 8:37 AM, Bunnielab said:I keep telling myself that in no way shape or form am I going to start trying to color match my rods and reels. I keep telling myself I don't care about that stuff, I keep telling myself that my car is a POS and looks like a homeless person lives in there, that doesn't bother me, why would I care what my fishing gear looks like?
I got a umbookmark this thread or something, it's not a good influence on me.
I was the same at one point. I was into cars and once I sold it I no longer had anything to tinker with. For me this kinda takes its place. Plus it keeps me from buying more reels 'to a point' I like to try out as many as I can. So it's a constant buy/sell but the ones I do hold onto I then get to make into my own. With Daiwa it's endless with all the options available. All the spools,handles,knobs,dress up parts, and ect. Then there's the stuff no one will ever see. Like putting an Alphas outer mag ring into a Megabass Zonda to improve performance. Or swapping out the brake dial for one from a Steez because it looks better. It's a very slippery slope!
Master Bait'r reply :
On 4/1/2017 at 8:37 AM, Bunnielab said:I keep telling myself that in no way shape or form am I going to start trying to color match my rods and reels. I keep telling myself I don't care about that stuff, I keep telling myself that my car is a POS and looks like a homeless person lives in there, that doesn't bother me, why would I care what my fishing gear looks like?
I got a umbookmark this thread or something, it's not a good influence on me.
Aaaaaapril fooooooools hahaha
When do the color matched parts show up? ?
nameiztaken reply :
On 4/1/2017 at 8:30 AM, rippin-lips said:Other part of my HH order showed up today. Added some more purple to the Steez. 'frame screws and levelwind screw' Forgot to put the knob caps in before taking a pic.
Whats with that hook holder? looks like you added it? I have a couple rods w/o hook holders
Master Bait'r reply :
On 4/1/2017 at 8:30 AM, rippin-lips said:Other part of my HH order showed up today. Added some more purple to the Steez. 'frame screws and levelwind screw' Forgot to put the knob caps in before taking a pic.
Purple is my fave. Such a sick color.
kickerfish1 reply :
On 4/1/2017 at 5:14 AM, Itheral said:
Couldn't pass up on the Anniversary edition.. Displaced my older Type HD Tatula to my crank-bait rod.
The reel cover is a nice touch and is decent quality as well
Nice! Ironman would be proud.
Styx reply :
Here's my very modest Daiwa heavy bait casting rack.
lonnie g reply :
On 4/1/2017 at 6:15 AM, fisherrw said:Got the 1000, 2500, 3000 and the last tackle warehouse sale got the 4000 i love my ci4s!!
have been wrestling with either getting stradic2500/3000 or supreme xt/ci4 2500r3000 heard pflueger runs a little smaller on spool size, to up size by one to be equal with stradic ? you have nice setup there.
kschultz76 reply :
On 4/1/2017 at 10:53 PM, lonnie g said:have been wrestling with either getting stradic2500/3000 or supreme xt/ci4 2500r3000 heard pflueger runs a little smaller on spool size, to up size by one to be equal with stradic ? you have nice setup there.
In Shimano stick to the 2500 size, anything bigger for bass fishing is a waste of line. Everything between the two sizes is identical, 3000 spool is just deeper to hold that little bit more line.
fisherrw reply :
On 4/1/2017 at 10:53 PM, lonnie g said:have been wrestling with either getting stradic2500/3000 or supreme xt/ci4 2500r3000 heard pflueger runs a little smaller on spool size, to up size by one to be equal with stradic ? you have nice setup there.
I'd go the the 3000 considering the frame size is the same
Loomis13 reply :
On 4/1/2017 at 6:15 AM, fisherrw said:Got the 1000, 2500, 3000 and the last tackle warehouse sale got the 4000 i love my ci4s!!
This is great! Looks like my collection of spinning reels. Havent found a better one!
fishwizzard reply :
On 4/1/2017 at 10:05 AM, rippin-lips said:It's a very slippery slope!
I can tell. I am all about performance upgrades/tweaks, but one might as well buy pretty parts if one can.
Speaking of that, I have a pair of sv105hs reels and I would like to replace the break dial with something easier to grip and a bit less wobbly feeling. I also want it to match the existing factory red highlights. Do you know which, if any, of the aftermarket ones will match the factory color?
On 4/1/2017 at 10:06 AM, Master Bait'r said:Aaaaaapril fooooooools hahaha
When do the color matched parts show up? ?
There might be some handle knobs on the way already. If there were, it was only because they were cheap and I was already paying shipping for a longer handle, which imho is clearly a performance upgrade, not a cosmetic one.
LuckyHandsINC. reply :
Wanted to add this to the other post but file size was too big. Got the new combo out for a test drive and snapped a pic. Here is the Bandersnatch paired with an SS SV.
EllisJuan reply :
So this happened today...Met DC hg riding a NRX 843c MBR...
Hulkster reply :
my new rig: G. Loomis E6X 852s Jig and Worm Med. Power Ex-Fast Action Spinning rod
paired with a Shimano Stradic 3000 FK. This rod and reel feel really good together. its going to be a great spring and summer!
offsidewing reply :
On 4/1/2017 at 12:23 AM, fishballer06 said:Going to give this SV stuff a try... I'm thinking of adding some cork knobs to this.
I also got this bad boy in this week. Hawgtech handle with Winn grips is already in route.
I did the same thing with an SV103!
lonnie g reply :
On 4/2/2017 at 9:40 AM, Hulkster said:my new rig: G. Loomis E6X 852s Jig and Worm Med. Power Ex-Fast Action Spinning rod
paired with a Shimano Stradic 3000 FK. This rod and reel feel really good together. its going to be a great spring and summer!
I'M JEALOUS!! would take both. very nice!
Hulkster reply :
On 4/3/2017 at 12:42 AM, lonnie g said:I'M JEALOUS!! would take both. very nice!
Thanks! I can't wait to try this combo out.
KP Duty reply :
On 4/2/2017 at 9:20 AM, EllisJuan said:So this happened today...Met DC hg riding a NRX 843c MBR...
Very nice....and your 420th post. I'll celebrate for ya.
dam0007 reply :
On 4/1/2017 at 5:14 AM, Itheral said:
Couldn't pass up on the Anniversary edition.. Displaced my older Type HD Tatula to my crank-bait rod.
The reel cover is a nice touch and is decent quality as well
I wish they made this in Lefty! ?? Nice setup!
On 4/1/2017 at 8:30 AM, rippin-lips said:Other part of my HH order showed up today. Added some more purple to the Steez. 'frame screws and levelwind screw' Forgot to put the knob caps in before taking a pic.
Now you can call it a Hyper Lariat! Lol
kickerfish1 reply :
On 4/4/2017 at 1:02 AM, KP Duty said:Very nice....and your 420th post. I'll celebrate for ya.
I will bring the snacks! lol
lmbfisherman reply :
On 4/4/2017 at 4:12 AM, kickerfish1 said:I will bring the snacks!
I got the beers! 
EllisJuan reply :
On 4/4/2017 at 1:02 AM, KP Duty said:Very nice....and your 420th post. I'll celebrate for ya.
Haha...I may or may not have been "celebrating" when I ordered that reel.
LuckyHandsINC. reply :
Another new reel. Don't have a rod to pair it with but I'm thinking x4 black python. Will post some pics when the combo is complete.
lmbfisherman reply :
On 4/5/2017 at 6:23 AM, LuckyHandsINC. said:Another new reel. Don't have a rod to pair it with but I'm thinking x4 black python. Will post some pics when the combo is complete.
Man I gotta say you have one of the best collections on the board. An envy of all us striving enthusiasts.
fishballer06 reply :
I decided to spice up the old girl.
Before:
After:
LuckyHandsINC. reply :
Thanks imbfisherman. I've always loved the tackle side of the hobby. Just got a little something sent out today. Should be here Friday. Very excited about this one coming.
BaitFinesse reply :
Pixy with DIY spool on a Kuying Leadership 7'6''L. This thing will launch UL baits in the 1/8 range.
fishwizzard reply :
It has started.
Bought a cheap Basszone 100mm handle for my Zilllon SV to see if I like longer handles. The knobs it came with are kinda awful feeling, but I cant get the sim stack right to fit my factory knobs. I have them close but there is still some side to side play. I was thinking about getting some SLP non-coated cork knobs in any case, I assume they will come with some shims? If not, what size and thickness am I looking to buy? My calipers are MIA at the moment.
The rod is a CR723, I bought the combo to get myself to give jigs a try. Secondary uses are chatterbaits, spinnerbaits, and light frogging/pitching for spots where my longer combos are too cumbersome. I do a lot of hike-in fishing and wanted a short rod for that. I spent last season in a finesse rut so I wanted to shake things up a bit. Right now I am running 11lb Invizx but when it is done I am going to switch to 30lb J-Braid as a backer under about a cast and a half of 12lb Shooter floro. I still backlash often enough that it would be a waste of money to use more expensive line, but I want the added sensitivity of a good floro to help me learn jigs. The use of braid as backer is to allow me, if I am several miles from my car, to fish through a bad backlash that ruins all my main line. I always carry a small spool of leader, so I can finish out the day and respool when I get home.
This also happened;
I got some cheap finesse knobs to dress up my PX68. I have know idea if I will like them, but they were cheap enough to try. The reel has a DYI spool and Air BFS bearings installed as well. I have it on a Kuying Teton 6' UL rod. This combo is a blast, with 4lb mono, it will throw a 1/16oz trout spinner as far as my 6'6" UL spinning combo. However, my skill is not yet really up to it, so I have moved up to 1/8oz spinners until I train my thumb a little more. I have only caught a few stocker trout with it so far, but plan to use it for panfish and perch this season as well.
LuckyHandsINC. reply :
This is one of my most anticipated pieces I have gotten. USDM Megabass Destroyer Valdivia. It's nice to see Megabass bring a higher line of rods to the US. Sold an NRX to get it and my first impression is I won't regret it. The reel is not new but It's paired with a Steez Sv Ltd.
rippin-lips reply :
Still my favorite Steez release to date.
LuckyHandsINC. reply :
On 4/8/2017 at 5:52 AM, rippin-lips said:Still my favorite Steez release to date.
Me too. I like the TN with the cool paint job and the "bass or die"knobs, but I love the sort of low key awesomeness of the 105xs.
rippin-lips reply :
Final 2 pieces came back today. Sometimes it's all in the small details.
Master Bait'r reply :
This page is seriously killing it so hard. ???
hzzhangc reply :
I have been buying and selling dozens of reels in the past couple years and these are my keepers.
Frog&jig
Two of my favorite Daiwa, the PE is sooooo smooth
These two deserve separate pics
BFS
nameiztaken reply :
On 4/9/2017 at 12:07 PM, hzzhangc said:I have been buying and selling dozens of reels in the past couple years and these are my keepers.
Frog&jig
Two of my favorite Daiwa, the PE is sooooo smooth
These two deserve separate pics
BFS
WOW!
kickerfish1 reply :
Couldn't let Ripp'n buy all the SV 103s. Got one while the getting was good.
kickerfish1 reply :
On 4/8/2017 at 8:38 AM, Master Bait'r said:This page is seriously killing it so hard. ???
Keep posting! We almost have the Internet broken!
BaitFinesse reply :
Postan urban camo IS73 to help break the internet
punch reply :
That's rad
rippin-lips reply :
On 4/10/2017 at 4:49 AM, LowRange said:Postan urban camo IS73 to help break the internet
If you don't own it, please at least credit Neil with the paint job. Using someone's pics and not giving them credit is kinda crummy.
BaitFinesse reply :
On 4/10/2017 at 8:53 AM, rippin-lips said:If you don't own it, please at least credit Neil with the paint job. Using someone's pics and not giving them credit is kinda crummy.
What you think I painted it? I bought it from Neal.
***Disclaimer***
Pics of my reel are pics the guy who sold it to me took.
A-Jay reply :
Full House.
A-Jay
rippin-lips reply :
On 4/10/2017 at 9:23 AM, LowRange said:
What you think I painted it? I bought it from Neal.
***Disclaimer***
Pics of my reel are pics the guy who sold it to me took.
No, I know who did the paint work. You didn't say it was yours. That's why I said "If you don't own it" at least credit the painter. Since it's yours then it doesn't really matter what pics you use. I just know people who post pics of gear that isn't theirs without asking or giving credit. I'm in a small group of enthusiasts along with Neal on another social media site and that's why I said that. Since I know he's not a fan of not being credited when someone 'not the owner' uses his pics. We had a big post going about it because a former member of that group was doing just that. Using other members pics on his IG account without asking or giving credit. A lot of us have started watermarking our pics now after that whole incident happened. Sorry, it wasn't meant to sound rude if it came off that way.
On 4/9/2017 at 11:14 PM, kickerfish1 said:Couldn't let Ripp'n buy all the SV 103s. Got one while the getting was good.
Haha you can have all the righties. I'm sure that's a killer combo though.
Angry John reply :
He is to busy racing me for the lefty deals.
rippin-lips reply :
On 4/10/2017 at 10:25 AM, Angry John said:He is to busy racing me for the lefty deals.
Definitely very hard not to keep buying them up. It's so much reel for $200. I let my buddy try one of mine for a day and now he sold off 6 1st gen Steez's and bought 6 SV103's in their place.
fishwizzard reply :
I started looking at them the other day as well, but I can not find righty sv103 reels for anywhere near $200. I think I missed the boat.
rippin-lips reply :
On 4/10/2017 at 11:00 AM, Bunnielab said:I started looking at them the other day as well, but I can not find righty sv103 reels for anywhere near $200. I think I missed the boat.
Tackle Supply Depot had some for $219 but I'm not sure what's left of them. The 103 was kind of an unknown gem but now that the word got around and the sales happened they quickly started disappearing.
lmbfisherman reply :
On 4/10/2017 at 11:00 AM, Bunnielab said:I started looking at them the other day as well, but I can not find righty sv103 reels for anywhere near $200. I think I missed the boat.
Yeah so did I, didn't realize they were on sale during the classic. Well dropped more during the classic.
On 4/10/2017 at 11:07 AM, rippin-lips said:Tackle Supply Depot had some for $219 but I'm not sure what's left of them. The 103 was kind of an unknown gem but now that the word got around and the sales happened they quickly started disappearing.
None left! Thanks though!
fishwizzard reply :
On 4/10/2017 at 11:07 AM, rippin-lips said:Tackle Supply Depot had some for $219 but I'm not sure what's left of them. The 103 was kind of an unknown gem but now that the word got around and the sales happened they quickly started disappearing.
Yea, I am regretting not picking one up. I want a heavy-ish reel with an SV spool for a 7'5" frog rod, an Alphas 150H at 8.11oz is too heavy (and too big for me to plam) and a Zillion SV feels too light at like 6.8oz.
rippin-lips reply :
On 4/10/2017 at 11:32 AM, Bunnielab said:
Yea, I am regretting not picking one up. I want a heavy-ish reel with an SV spool for a 7'5" frog rod, an Alphas 150H at 8.11oz is too heavy (and too big for me to plam) and a Zillion SV feels too light at like 6.8oz.
That's one of those things were you need to try the reel out on it and see for yourself. You might be surprised.
7'2 XH with 5.5oz reel
7'5 MH with 8oz reel
Master Bait'r reply :
The eagle has landed
The fearsome foursome for the kayak this season L to R
7'1" MLXF ENVBLK + Stella 2500
7' NRX 852c + Pixy R
7' Orochi XX Flatside Special + Antares DC
7'2" Orochi XX Perfect Pitch + Exsence DC
Jrob78 reply :
On 4/10/2017 at 4:49 AM, LowRange said:Postan urban camo IS73 to help break the internet
I'm normally not a big fan of painted reels but that looks pretty badass. 
Wally Corder reply :
This year's all arounders.
Patriarch xt on an Envy
Metanium on an Envy
Should be fun!
rippin-lips reply :
Just so y'all don't think I never actually go fishing haha. Not a bad smallmouth.
J Francho reply :
I caught a 20+ lb. carp yesterday. The Kastking worked fine. Might even better, now that it has some Euro-trash-fish mojo, lol.
Master Bait'r reply :
Wow you can say "envy" now? Has the cursebanhex been lifted?!??
clh121787 reply :
On 3/28/2017 at 9:57 AM, rippin-lips said:Final finished product. Knob caps in and spool swapped out.
Which model rod? Emtf
rippin-lips reply :
On 4/11/2017 at 10:04 AM, clh121787 said:Which model rod? Emtf
That one is the DSR. My EMTF has a Steez on it pictured above.
Master Bait'r reply :
On 4/11/2017 at 5:21 AM, Jrob78 said:I'm normally not a big fan of painted reels but that looks pretty badass.
Painted reel? All I see are crappy off-center pics of a drag star, handle and spool. ?
EllisJuan reply :
Got a nifty little pack from Japan today care of Hedgehog Studios...
FrankN209 reply :
Added some custom parts to my ***...
kroberts9 reply :
building a new addition hope to have up and running by june if pennies are counted correctly lol.
just bought a daiwa alphas 103 ito jdm reel
saving for a megabass levante leviathan. this should make for an epic swimbait get up
Mokujon reply :
Newest pick up. Daiwa Tatula SV with a 7'3" Daiwa Tatula Elite Brent Ehrler rod
Master Bait'r reply :
On 4/13/2017 at 10:18 AM, kroberts9 said:building a new addition hope to have up and running by june if pennies are counted correctly lol.
just bought a daiwa alphas 103 ito jdm reel
saving for a megabass levante leviathan. this should make for an epic swimbait get up
While the 103 is a great reel I'm not sure I'd pair it with a Leviathan. The Ito is tuned for the finesse end of things, whereas the Leviathan is a swimbait/inshore type rod. With how finicky those 103s can be, I can only imagine the bird's nest that they could whip up with a hudd on the line.
Id lean more towards a 300 sized reel like a tranx, Calcutta/conquest, curado etc. That way you get the line capacity you'll need to throw big baits on big lines and have the drag to back it up.
Just my .02 ?
kroberts9 reply :
well with that said i may have to move things around. thanks for the input
akula reply :
On 4/13/2017 at 6:33 PM, Mokujon said:Newest pick up. Daiwa Tatula SV with a 7'3" Daiwa Tatula Elite Brent Ehrler rod
Looks like a great pair!
lmbfisherman reply :
Really like the looks of the Tatula Elite rods, but I'm going to wait to see if people have good feedback. Don't want to be hooked just by looks.
fvogel67 reply :
New Avid X with a Shimano Citica
LuckyHandsINC. reply :
Finished the newest combo. J-Dream and Dream catch.
TH-Outdoors reply :
I clicked on this thread immediately after I saw @LuckyHandsINC. was the most recent poster. I love your arsenal and congrats on the newest addition!
LuckyHandsINC. reply :
On 4/18/2017 at 6:03 AM, TH-Outdoors said:I clicked on this thread immediately after I saw @LuckyHandsINC. was the most recent poster. I love your arsenal and congrats on the newest addition!
Haha thanks man. Just for the kind words I'll post something else.
LuckyHandsINC. reply :
Thought it was time to get in to the BFS game. Got these in January I believe. Don't really know why I haven't posted them. Megabass X7 Criffhanger and Megabass Kirisame both paired with Aldebaran BFS. The Kirisame is really cool. The blank is a solid piece of graphite, very unique.
Master Bait'r reply :
On 4/18/2017 at 6:36 AM, LuckyHandsINC. said:Thought it was time to get in to the BFS game. Got these in January I believe. Don't really know why I haven't posted them. Megabass X7 Criffhanger and Megabass Kirisame both paired with Aldebaran BFS. The Kirisame is really cool. The blank is a solid piece of graphite, very unique.
I always wondered what those Kirisames were like. Solid graphite seems so strange to me but I'm sure MB played it well. Please keep us posted!
FrankN209 reply :
I received this beaut earlier today. It was smaller than I expected, as you can see it next to my Steez. Now to find a rod to match
LuckyHandsINC. reply :
That conquest is awesome. Really wanted one but righties were a long way away at the time I purchased by BFS reels. Had to double up on the Aldebaran's instead. Not exactly a problem but would have been nice to have the conquest.
What happed pen to the Steez? Looks like it took a beating. Man it hurts seeing that.
FrankN209 reply :
On 4/18/2017 at 7:29 AM, LuckyHandsINC. said:That conquest is awesome. Really wanted one but righties were a long way away at the time I purchased by BFS reels. Had to double up on the Aldebaran's instead. Not exactly a problem but would have been nice to have the conquest.
What happed pen to the Steez? Looks like it took a beating. Man it hurts seeing that.
It was a one time thing. I was on the rock levy and lost my footing
fishwizzard reply :
On 4/18/2017 at 7:02 AM, FrankN209 said:I received this beaut earlier today. It was smaller than I expected, as you can see it next to my Steez. Now to find a rod to match
Oh man I cannot wait for the RH version to come out. I have one on preorder at Japantackle and am waiting for that email. I was going to put it on a Phenix Recon 682L, but I put a sv105 on it and really like the combo. I have a PX68 w/ some upgrades on a UL rod as well as a cr721 IMX that needs a reel, so I need to do a cast-off to see what reel works best on what rod.
Please let let us know what rod you pick.
On 4/18/2017 at 6:36 AM, LuckyHandsINC. said:Megabass X7 Criffhanger and Megabass Kirisame both paired with Aldebaran BFS.
Nice lookig combos, refreshing to see stuff posted with the handles on the correct side.
FrankN209 reply :
On 4/18/2017 at 9:11 AM, Bunnielab said:
Oh man I cannot wait for the RH version to come out. I have one on preorder at Japantackle and am waiting for that email. I was going to put it on a Phenix Recon 682L, but I put a sv105 on it and really like the combo. I have a PX68 w/ some upgrades on a UL rod as well as a cr721 IMX that needs a reel, so I need to do a cast-off to see what reel works best on what rod.
Please let let us know what rod you pick.
I was just looking at the same Phenix rod. I was thinking about that one or the 7'1"L
fishwizzard reply :
On 4/18/2017 at 9:16 AM, FrankN209 said:
I was just looking at the same Phenix rod. I was thinking about that one or the 7'1"L
It was my first BFS rod and while I really liked it, I though something shorter and faster would suite my needs more, so I picked up the CR721 when they went on 33% off. I was dead wrong though, I can't do nearly as much with sub 5/16oz plastics with the loomis as I can with the Phenix. The Loomis seems to only really get great at like the 3/8oz level. I'm rambelng here, but BFS and light casting rigs in general are always on my mind of late.
TxHawgs reply :
On 4/18/2017 at 7:02 AM, FrankN209 said:I received this beaut earlier today. It was smaller than I expected, as you can see it next to my Steez. Now to find a rod to match
They r both really sweet. I have a Conquest 201 and it's my lease used reel. That's a much nicer color than the gold and I dislike the audible drag on mine. What made u go with the Conquest over the Aldebaran or something similar out of curiosity? Cuz maybe I need one for the same reason lol.
FrankN209 reply :
On 4/19/2017 at 4:15 AM, TxHawgs said:They r both really sweet. I have a Conquest 201 and it's my lease used reel. That's a much nicer color than the gold and I dislike the audible drag on mine. What made u go with the Conquest over the Aldebaran or something similar out of curiosity? Cuz maybe I need one for the same reason lol.
Most of my reels are low profile, just wanted a nice round reel. I have my C4 5601, but that's a heavy reel. I use it more for swimbaits and such..
illinifan4152 reply :
New toy! G Loomis Glx 844c MBR. Pairs up quite nicely with the Chronarch D7. Can't wait to get it out on the water!
kickerfish1 reply :
I think you will be pleased with 844. I have had mine out 3 times and it is a really great rod for a lot of different tasks bottom contact or not.
kroberts9 reply :
just got my daiwa alphas ito AI the other day paired her on a 7'2 tatula and she us ready to toss some 110+1. pics will come tonight
fishballer06 reply :
I got her back from DVT and put the rest of her dress up parts on. Now she just needs spooled and she's ready to go.
lonnie g reply :
On 4/20/2017 at 9:54 AM, illinifan4152 said:New toy! G Loomis Glx 844c MBR. Pairs up quite nicely with the Chronarch D7. Can't wait to get it out on the water!
never fished a glx, but I love my imx bet that thing is gonna be great! your wife will never get you home now
illinifan4152 reply :
On 4/24/2017 at 11:31 AM, lonnie g said:never fished a glx, but I love my imx bet that thing is gonna be great! your wife will never get you home now
Luckily she doesn't have a problem being right next to me as long as she has her combo in hands. They say happy wife, happy life.. good thing all she needs is a chronarch 50e and an avid pearl and she's golden. Looks good and easy to palm. I think I'm in the clear for now.. plus the bait monkey is satisfied temporarily.
Master Bait'r reply :
On 4/10/2017 at 11:20 PM, Master Bait'r said:The eagle has landed
The fearsome foursome for the kayak this season L to R
7'1" MLXF ENVBLK + Stella 2500
7' NRX 852c + Pixy R
7' Orochi XX Flatside Special + Antares DC
7'2" Orochi XX Perfect Pitch + Exsence DC
The Perfect Pitch and the Antares DC were new to me this season, got them out on the water Sunday and OH MAN... Perfection. Exactly what I was looking for!! That Antares is like a rail gun for baits- even a 3/8 trick darter was off like a bullet. That PP has a killer flex profile and backbone too, very pleased!
CroakHunter reply :
Maybe just 1 more combo? Dont tell my wife! Lol
fishwizzard reply :
Snagged an Alphas Finesse Custom off of ebay for like $120 last week. The idea was to get a small, inexpensive reel to pair with a telescoping rod I picked up over the winter to be a travel combo for work and backpacking trips. But then I threw it on a CR721 to give it a try and found that I like the combo so much I think I am going to have to keep looking for a travel reel. It is incredibly smooth and slick, the spool is very easy to control, maybe even more so then my SV105. I spend the day throwing wacky senkos and super flukes and the combo handled both of them perfectly. The rod is a little light, but I was able to get a ~1.75lb bass through some moderate pads with no struggle at all, so I think it will work out if I am careful about where I use it.
Master Bait'r reply :
On 4/27/2017 at 8:54 AM, Bunnielab said:
Snagged an Alphas Finesse Custom off of ebay for like $120 last week. The idea was to get a small, inexpensive reel to pair with a telescoping rod I picked up over the winter to be a travel combo for work and backpacking trips. But then I threw it on a CR721 to give it a try and found that I like the combo so much I think I am going to have to keep looking for a travel reel. It is incredibly smooth and slick, the spool is very easy to control, maybe even more so then my SV105. I spend the day throwing wacky senkos and super flukes and the combo handled both of them perfectly. The rod is a little light, but I was able to get a ~1.75lb bass through some moderate pads with no struggle at all, so I think it will work out if I am careful about where I use it.
"Just happened to have a CR721 lying around"
"Just put the finesse custom on to try it out"
"Just going to have to buy another reel for that other project"
Bait monkey is like...
?????
fishwizzard reply :
On 4/27/2017 at 8:59 AM, Master Bait'r said:
?????
I had about two paragraphs typed up in my defence, but it was all just lies.
I am conflicted over what to do with that cr721, it seems to fish way better at the heavy end of it's rating, but I am not sure if it has enough power to really be a viable senko rod, even if I limit myself to more open areas.
BaitFinesse reply :
On 4/27/2017 at 8:54 AM, Bunnielab said:
Snagged an Alphas Finesse Custom off of ebay for like $120 last week. The idea was to get a small, inexpensive reel to pair with a telescoping rod I picked up over the winter to be a travel combo for work and backpacking trips. But then I threw it on a CR721 to give it a try and found that I like the combo so much I think I am going to have to keep looking for a travel reel. It is incredibly smooth and slick, the spool is very easy to control, maybe even more so then my SV105. I spend the day throwing wacky senkos and super flukes and the combo handled both of them perfectly. The rod is a little light, but I was able to get a ~1.75lb bass through some moderate pads with no struggle at all, so I think it will work out if I am careful about where I use it.
Nice score. If you're looking for an inexpensive small BFS reel look into Haibo Steed. They're like $60 on Aliexpress Wehai Fishing Store. The new ones are red colored and have linear mag brakes.
Master Bait'r reply :
On 4/27/2017 at 9:20 AM, Bunnielab said:
I had about two paragraphs typed up in my defence, but it was all just lies.
I am conflicted over what to do with that cr721, it seems to fish way better at the heavy end of it's rating, but I am not sure if it has enough power to really be a viable senko rod, even if I limit myself to more open areas.
They aren't lies, they're rationalizations. It's different because you had good intentions ???
For real though- drop shot, finesse jigging, tiny jerkbaits, finesse t-rigs, heck even float flies, slurpies tubes etc... Lots you can do with that even if a full size senko is a bit overweight- I bet those baby yum dingers would do nicely!
jemstone90 reply :
You can never have enough Rods, Reels, or Tackle.
rippin-lips reply :
A few more HH parts made their way onto some reels, and a new G1 zillion 1016 sv spool to try out in one of them. Black level wind screws for the SV103's and purple brake dial screw for the Steez.
Angry John reply :
Wish hhc still had completed kits. Would love to go all orange on the sv103
fishwizzard reply :
What rod covers are those?
rippin-lips reply :
On 5/2/2017 at 8:52 AM, Angry John said:Wish hhc still had completed kits. Would love to go all orange on the sv103
I was at a friends today and he's done 2 totally up in orange. Including swapping in orange Steez sv105 spools and changing out the bumpers to black ones. They really do look sharp.
On 5/2/2017 at 8:57 AM, Bunnielab said:What rod covers are those?
Slix rod covers that I slightly modified. I cut all mine to come to the same spot on the blank for each rod, and then re sewed them. Boredom and OCD got to me there.
croppz reply :
Hey guys, I'm new here. Really just started taking fishing seriously within the last couple years. What I've used over the last 5-6 years or so was just a 2 piece ugly stick with a president 6940 spinning reel with some vanish fluorocarbon on it. Has done everything i needed it to do but it was time to expand my skill set.
Picked these two up not too long ago. 7' medium Abu Garcia Veracity spinning rod with a Pfleuger president XT 40 series reel. This joker is LIGHT and is super nice to use. I like bigger spinning reels, i know a lot of guys stick to 2000-2500 series but 4000 works well for me. This is my do whatever I want rod, good with top water but good for spinners/cranks/finesse as well.
And then my first baitcasting setup Abu Garcia Revo SX left hand retrieve with a 6'6 MH ugly stik elite. I went cheaper on the rod but i plan on probably getting the same rod i have for my spinner as my BC setup as well sooner or later. Now that I've got BC down for the most part, i'm putting some 40 lb 832 braid on it. This is my top water rod.
chubaka reply :
Setup for this year. Chronarch MGL paired with Gloomis IMX
croppz reply :
On 5/3/2017 at 1:21 PM, croppz said:Hey guys, I'm new here. Really just started taking fishing seriously within the last couple years. What I've used over the last 5-6 years or so was just a 2 piece ugly stick with a president 6940 spinning reel with some vanish fluorocarbon on it. Has done everything i needed it to do but it was time to expand my skill set.
Picked these two up not too long ago. 7' medium Abu Garcia Veracity spinning rod with a Pfleuger president XT 40 series reel. This joker is LIGHT and is super nice to use. I like bigger spinning reels, i know a lot of guys stick to 2000-2500 series but 4000 works well for me. This is my do whatever I want rod, good with top water but good for spinners/cranks/finesse as well.
And then my first baitcasting setup Abu Garcia Revo SX left hand retrieve with a 6'6 MH ugly stik elite. I went cheaper on the rod but i plan on probably getting the same rod i have for my spinner as my BC setup as well sooner or later. Now that I've got BC down for the most part, i'm putting some 40 lb 832 braid on it. This is my top water rod.
So since Gander MTN is going out of business, I went an capitalized on their sales and picked up a 7'1" MH fast St Croix mojobass bait casting rod to replace the floppy ugly stik I have been using. It is WORRRLDS better, casts further and more sensitive. Caught a striper on it today with a rattle trap on lake norman LOL. Was gunning for Largemouth.
Also have switched out to 40lb 832 Suffix on my Revo SX and 20 lb Power Pro super slick on the spinning setup. Both are awesome.
Master Bait'r reply :
On 5/9/2017 at 8:06 AM, croppz said:
So since Gander MTN is going out of business, I went an capitalized on their sales and picked up a 7'1" MH fast St Croix mojobass bait casting rod to replace the floppy ugly stik I have been using. It is WORRRLDS better, casts further and more sensitive. Caught a striper on it today with a rattle trap on lake norman LOL. Was gunning for Largemouth.
Also have switched out to 40lb 832 Suffix on my Revo SX and 20 lb Power Pro super slick on the spinning setup. Both are awesome.
I love watching peoples' progression as they come here and start having "aha!" moments. I did much of the same when I came back to fishing and really started building up my gear.
That ugly stick may be a bit floppy in the tip but with all that backbone it will still serve you well as a big treble hook bait thrower. Perfect for swimbaits, glides, spinners etc. I'd personally put a cheapish reel on it, some 12/15# CXX and call it a compliment to your braid setup.
fishballer06 reply :
My first DC reel. Her partner in crime should be arriving today.
kickerfish1 reply :
On 5/9/2017 at 9:21 PM, fishballer06 said:My first DC reel. Her partner in crime should be arriving today.
I have 2 of the same exact reel. Once you get past the weight they are the bees knees. It can distance cast and control cast with the best of them.
rippin-lips reply :
It's hard to get a good pic without a bad glare, but I finished my little pop-x display that I have hanging at work.
nameiztaken reply :
On 5/10/2017 at 3:22 AM, rippin-lips said:It's hard to get a good pic without a bad glare, but I finished my little pop-x display that I have hanging at work.
Sounds like a cool place to work!
rippin-lips reply :
On 5/10/2017 at 9:44 AM, nameiztaken said:Sounds like a cool place to work!
Being self employed has its benefits. You can decorate how you want to haha.
fishwizzard reply :
Very nice. By coincidence, this afternoon I found a Pop-X sitting snagged on a branch within easy reach of the bank. Tied it on and caught a tiny bass like my second cast.
Some of those colors are crazy, what's the name of the green one, bottom row, five over from the left?
FrankN209 reply :
On 5/10/2017 at 11:02 AM, Bunnielab said:Very nice. By coincidence, this afternoon I found a Pop-X sitting snagged on a branch within easy reach of the bank. Tied it on and caught a tiny bass like my second cast.
Some of those colors are crazy, what's the name of the green one, bottom row, five over from the left?
Looks like the Karakusa-Tiger.
rippin-lips reply :
On 5/10/2017 at 11:02 AM, Bunnielab said:Very nice. By coincidence, this afternoon I found a Pop-X sitting snagged on a branch within easy reach of the bank. Tied it on and caught a tiny bass like my second cast.
Some of those colors are crazy, what's the name of the green one, bottom row, five over from the left?
#2-6 in the bottom row are the limited 2017 rooster zodiac set. That actual bait is called SEKISEI INKO. Definitely a good looking set.
Big-Bass reply :
On 5/10/2017 at 11:24 PM, rippin-lips said:#2-6 in the bottom row are the limited 2017 rooster zodiac set. That actual bait is called SEKISEI INKO. Definitely a good looking set.
Holy smokes man! Those are some awesome baits. Where on earth did you find those colors? And how easy is it to change one of those screws that hold on the side plate to a different color? Thanks!
rippin-lips reply :
On 5/11/2017 at 12:06 AM, Big-Bass said:Holy smokes man! Those are some awesome baits. Where on earth did you find those colors? And how easy is it to change one of those screws that hold on the side plate to a different color? Thanks!
Most of the really limited colors have to be bought from Yahoo Japan auctions, or pay top dollar if someone has them on eBay. The palm side plate screw isn't too bad to change. Just have to take everything apart. It's held in place by a tiny e clip.
fishwizzard reply :
Man, I have never really looked at the color options Megabass has out there. Some of them are just beautiful.
I think I wanna buy an old panel van and have it airbrushed in this pattern;
rippin-lips reply :
On 5/11/2017 at 3:27 AM, Bunnielab said:Man, I have never really looked at the color options Megabass has out there. Some of them are just beautiful.
I think I wanna buy an old panel van and have it airbrushed in this pattern;
Chartreuse viper is one of my favorite patterns. I have 1 that I use. Their color options are in the thousands for sure.
punch reply :
I did a video showing of my stuff for this summer.
LuckyHandsINC. reply :
Good video and nice combos. The best part though, the Vikings helmet in the back. SKOL!!!!
Master Bait'r reply :
On 5/11/2017 at 3:27 AM, Bunnielab said:Man, I have never really looked at the color options Megabass has out there. Some of them are just beautiful.
I think I wanna buy an old panel van and have it airbrushed in this pattern;
I collect Megabass 50% because it fishes awesome, 50% because it's like art. Pull em out on a rainy day and I'm like a cat under a christmas tree... Entertained for hours! Unreal quality and finishes. I can't even start naming my favorites because I'll be here all darn night lol
punch reply :
On 5/11/2017 at 6:43 AM, LuckyHandsINC. said:Good video and nice combos. The best part though, the Vikings helmet in the back. SKOL!!!!
Skol! It's a signed John Randal helmet actually. My favorite player of all time.
nocluefisher reply :
The new $115 premier moved onto dobyns 736cb, the new $32, 7"6' MH Veritas with Curado 200hg. Being a discount shopper, I am into these 2 set ups for a combined $475
LuckyHandsINC. reply :
Finally got this out, unfortunately it was a very unsuccessful first mission. 0 fish and 1 lost swimbait equals big disappointment. Still fun though, with this combo.
FrankN209 reply :
On 5/12/2017 at 5:05 AM, LuckyHandsINC. said:Finally got this out, unfortunately it was a very unsuccessful first mission. 0 fish and 1 lost swimbait equals big disappointment. Still fun though, with this combo.
Was looking at this reel also. I might pick it up soon..
nameiztaken reply :
On 5/12/2017 at 12:16 AM, nocluefisher said:The new $115 premier moved onto dobyns 736cb, the new $32, 7"6' MH Veritas with Curado 200hg. Being a discount shopper, I am into these 2 set ups for a combined $475
I've got a Curado 200I on a 7M Veritas as well, love it!
croppz reply :
On 5/9/2017 at 7:39 PM, Master Bait'r said:
I love watching peoples' progression as they come here and start having "aha!" moments. I did much of the same when I came back to fishing and really started building up my gear.
That ugly stick may be a bit floppy in the tip but with all that backbone it will still serve you well as a big treble hook bait thrower. Perfect for swimbaits, glides, spinners etc. I'd personally put a cheapish reel on it, some 12/15# CXX and call it a compliment to your braid setup.
That was the plan! probably get a cheaper reel now that I'm pretty confident in my baitcasting now and can go a trip without a horrendous birds nest. Appreciate all of the tips!
KP Duty reply :
On 5/11/2017 at 5:25 AM, punch said:I did a video showing of my stuff for this summer.
I like your vid....I like it because you aren't trying to be too fancy; you've got exactly what you need to catch bass. I used to be more like this versus trying to match crap. This isn't high school...it's bass fishing, and I probably need to realize this as much as anyone.
KP Duty reply :
On 12/4/2009 at 5:28 AM, steezy said:I'm not sure about posting gear pics, I got beat to death just listing gear in a signature line.
As far as the cold, my fingers are still frozen from this morning, 33 degrees, wind chill was 28. I caught a small one on a rat-L-trap and a decent 2# on a black craw jig in 1' of water. I could'nt believe how much that fish was playing and splashing in the shallows in that those cold temps.
I remember that. It was a long time ago when the steez first came out. I think your long list of expensive stuff produced an eye roll or two. Who cares though right? TX hawgs reminds me of you circa '08.
Master Bait'r reply :
On 12/4/2009 at 5:28 AM, steezy said:I'm not sure about posting gear pics, I got beat to death just listing gear in a signature line.
As far as the cold, my fingers are still frozen from this morning, 33 degrees, wind chill was 28. I caught a small one on a rat-L-trap and a decent 2# on a black craw jig in 1' of water. I could'nt believe how much that fish was playing and splashing in the shallows in that those cold temps.
You're in a safe place now, mate. If anybody's got a problem with the nice gear getting shown off in the show off your nice gear thread, me and the Bait Monkey will take 'em out by the cyber dumpsters and give 'em a proper e-blanket party.
nameiztaken reply :
On 5/16/2017 at 9:40 PM, Master Bait'r said:
You're in a safe place now, mate. If anybody's got a problem with the nice gear getting shown off in the show off your nice gear thread, me and the Bait Monkey will take 'em out by the cyber dumpsters and give 'em a proper e-blanket party.
Intimidating! Nice.
Master Bait'r reply :
On 5/17/2017 at 12:19 PM, nameiztaken said:Intimidating! Nice.
Really wish I had a good tie in to a "sleeps with the fishes" joke. Dang flu.
Scarborough817 reply :
My dobyns 806sb showed up 
Drunkentigerrr reply :
Hi BR,
Felt like sharing my new setups this year. I won 3k on amazon through work, so I decided to sell all my old setups and revamp my arsenal.
I am waiting upon my last rod to arrive and I will post a new family pic.
Bass season is almost here in Ontario Canada. Tight lines boys!
roadwarrior reply :
Darn.
I was going to say "You done good", but the handles are all on the wrong side!
fishwizzard reply :
On 5/19/2017 at 7:25 PM, Scarborough817 said:My dobyns 806sb showed up
What is the thought behind the single fat knob handle?
rippin-lips reply :
On 5/20/2017 at 6:04 AM, Bunnielab said:
What is the thought behind the single fat knob handle?
Something easier to hold onto and reel when powering in a big swimbait fish.
fishwizzard reply :
But why just one knob? Weight reduction, or does it just look cool?
I mean, it absolutely looks cool.
rippin-lips reply :
On 5/20/2017 at 6:45 AM, Bunnielab said:But why just one knob? Weight reduction, or does it just look cool?
I mean, it absolutely looks cool.
Daiwa referrs to it as a power handle. Why? No idea.
nhpleasantlakebass reply :
I have herd sometimes on casting reels with big baits the power handle can cause the reel to engage causing I sudden snap of line and very expensive bait gone soaring
fishwizzard reply :
On 5/20/2017 at 8:49 AM, rippin-lips said:Daiwa referrs to it as a power handle. Why? No idea.
I mean, I assume I want more power, sign me up!
Does anyone make one that looks like a little 8-Ball?
Maxximus Redneckus reply :
Power handles are overrated for bass fishing. .deepsea fishing under boat they are at there most efficient IMO
JohnnyRebTX reply :
I am looking to upgrade soon, but these are my current setups. I own four medium setups for everything from Bass to crappie. Two are for only lures, and two are only for live bait like minnows or worms.
Left to right:
1. Pflueger President Limited Edition on an Ugly Stik Elite
2. Pflueger President combo
3. Penn Fierce II on an Ugly Stik GX2
4. Penn Pursuit II on an Ugly Stik Lite Pro
I also own three setups for big catfishing mainly.
Left to right:
1. Zebco Electronic BiteAlert
2. Berkley Glowstik
3. Bass Pro Shops Catmaxx on an Ugly Stik Tiger
My medium setups are spooled with 12lb test Trilene Big Game Mono in solar collector color.
My heavy setups are spooled with 25-30lb test Trilene Big Game Mono also in solar collector color with 50lb test leaders.
Turkey sandwich reply :
Well, I got caught in the wind and had a tip snap on my jig rod, so the good folks at St Croix have the best customer service reputation for a reason. I'm really looking forward to get this on the water.
fishwizzard reply :
Anyone here with a XX Tour Versatile willing to answer some questions about it for me? I have convinced myself that I need a longer/heavier general purpose rod to complement my existing CR723. I read a bunch of stuff here and at TT but still have some questions.
croppz reply :
On 5/9/2017 at 7:39 PM, Master Bait'r said:
I love watching peoples' progression as they come here and start having "aha!" moments. I did much of the same when I came back to fishing and really started building up my gear.
That ugly stick may be a bit floppy in the tip but with all that backbone it will still serve you well as a big treble hook bait thrower. Perfect for swimbaits, glides, spinners etc. I'd personally put a cheapish reel on it, some 12/15# CXX and call it a compliment to your braid setup.
So since your post I've been looking at reels for that rod and was between Lews or Daiwa Tatula. Well I came across a guy selling a basically new Tatula HS-L with 7:3 ratio for 100 bucks. Had to jump on it. I guess they are normally 150 bucks. I was gonna get just a cheap reel to put on but figured why not since Ive had a hard time finding left hand retrieve reels haha.
It won't be good for cranks since it's so fast but the only crank baits i really fish are lipless crank baits so there isn't a ton of drag there. Can't wait to get it!
Master Bait'r reply :
On 5/28/2017 at 7:57 AM, croppz said:
So since your post I've been looking at reels for that rod and was between Lews or Daiwa Tatula. Well I came across a guy selling a basically new Tatula HS-L with 7:3 ratio for 100 bucks. Had to jump on it. I guess they are normally 150 bucks. I was gonna get just a cheap reel to put on but figured why not since Ive had a hard time finding left hand retrieve reels haha.
It won't be good for cranks since it's so fast but the only crank baits i really fish are lipless crank baits so there isn't a ton of drag there. Can't wait to get it!
Good find!
Btw a fast reel is fine for crankbaita if you just reel slower ???
Master Bait'r reply :
On 5/28/2017 at 4:16 AM, Bunnielab said:Anyone here with a XX Tour Versatile willing to answer some questions about it for me? I have convinced myself that I need a longer/heavier general purpose rod to complement my existing CR723. I read a bunch of stuff here and at TT but still have some questions.
I haven't fished the TV but own the FSS and the PP and find myself continuously impressed with the XX blanks. Especially with moving or vibration baits they just come alive at the slightest wiggle. Super comfortable and uber sexy too.
rippin-lips reply :
On 5/28/2017 at 4:16 AM, Bunnielab said:Anyone here with a XX Tour Versatile willing to answer some questions about it for me? I have convinced myself that I need a longer/heavier general purpose rod to complement my existing CR723. I read a bunch of stuff here and at TT but still have some questions.
Had one but sold it. What are your questions about it?
Logan S reply :
On 5/28/2017 at 4:16 AM, Bunnielab said:Anyone here with a XX Tour Versatile willing to answer some questions about it for me? I have convinced myself that I need a longer/heavier general purpose rod to complement my existing CR723. I read a bunch of stuff here and at TT but still have some questions.
I've got 2, love them...The TV is very similar to the Perfect Pitch though and I actually think the PP is more versatile for general heavy applications. I own most of the rods in the XX lineup and ironically I find the TV to actually not be that versatile when compared to other rods in the series, in spite of it's name.
My TV's are primarily casting/skipping jig rods. I'll use them for some other stuff here and there...But 90% of the time they are on the deck with a 3/8 and a 5/8 jig tied on.
Ask away, you've got a few of us here on the hook now .
fishwizzard reply :
On 5/29/2017 at 7:46 AM, Logan S said:Ask away, you've got a few of us here on the hook now
On 5/29/2017 at 6:38 AM, rippin-lips said:Had one but sold it. What are your questions about it?
Ok, so I have a a CR723 that I bought as a bank walking rod for some of the lovely thorn-choked ponds we have around here. I have had a few reels on it but have settled on a SV105hs. I am using it for 1/2oz total weight Jigs, light t-rigs, senkos, and occasionally light spinnerbaits and 1/2oz RESs.
I want a rod to compliment this one, but longer and heavier. I am going to put a SV103xs on it, so I don't mind a heavier rod. I will use this for bank walking larger and more "landscaped" spots. I would like to throw more or less the same lures as the CR723, but heavier. I would still like to be able to toss a senko, but it's not a main use. I also wanna throw some chatterbaits into the mix. I love the full grip on the Loomis and want to give Megabass rods a try, so the TV seems like what I am looking for. My next heviest rod is a Freds Magic Stick, so I think the Tour Versatile would be a good fit between it and the Loomis. The Spinnerbait Special seems too close to the CR723 and the Perfect Pitch too close to the Irod.
Is my thinking offbase here?
Logan S reply :
On 5/29/2017 at 8:53 AM, Bunnielab said:I want a rod to compliment this one, but longer and heavier. I am going to put a SV103xs on it, so I don't mind a heavier rod. I will use this for bank walking larger and more "landscaped" spots. I would like to throw more or less the same lures as the CR723, but heavier. I would still like to be able to toss a senko, but it's not a main use. I also wanna throw some chatterbaits into the mix. I love the full grip on the Loomis and want to give Megabass rods a try, so the TV seems like what I am looking for. My next heviest rod is a Freds Magic Stick, so I think the Tour Versatile would be a good fit between it and the Loomis. The Spinnerbait Special seems too close to the CR723 and the Perfect Pitch too close to the Irod.
Is my thinking offbase here?
If it were me, both the TV and PP would be too powerful for what you're wanting to do...General 'heavy' stuff to me would be frogs, jigs, pitching, flipping, big spinnerbaits, buzzbaits, etc...
You may be happier with the DSR, SS, or EMTF as those are more of a MH or 'light' MH. Just my take on it, I own all of the rods mentioned here and if I had to pick one for what you just described it would be the DSR....But any of the 3 alternatives I mentioned would do well.
d-camarena reply :
On 5/28/2017 at 8:37 PM, Master Bait'r said:
Good find!
Btw a fast reel is fine for crankbaita if you just reel slower ???
X2 i fish hudds on a 7gear ratio reel and have never felt its too fast. I just reel slow
rippin-lips reply :
On 5/29/2017 at 8:53 AM, Bunnielab said:
Ok, so I have a a CR723 that I bought as a bank walking rod for some of the lovely thorn-choked ponds we have around here. I have had a few reels on it but have settled on a SV105hs. I am using it for 1/2oz total weight Jigs, light t-rigs, senkos, and occasionally light spinnerbaits and 1/2oz RESs.
I want a rod to compliment this one, but longer and heavier. I am going to put a SV103xs on it, so I don't mind a heavier rod. I will use this for bank walking larger and more "landscaped" spots. I would like to throw more or less the same lures as the CR723, but heavier. I would still like to be able to toss a senko, but it's not a main use. I also wanna throw some chatterbaits into the mix. I love the full grip on the Loomis and want to give Megabass rods a try, so the TV seems like what I am looking for. My next heviest rod is a Freds Magic Stick, so I think the Tour Versatile would be a good fit between it and the Loomis. The Spinnerbait Special seems too close to the CR723 and the Perfect Pitch too close to the Irod.
Is my thinking offbase here?
Big single hook baits I throw on the xx diablo spec R. It also makes a good light t rig and tube rod. The EMTF is a better choice if you will be using it for more bottom contact since it's got a tip better suited to those things. I love my spinnerbait special too. It's a good do it all rod for me. Shorter at 6'10 but I like it a lot. Tough call on which one to go with. The tour versatile is stout though. Wouldn't be my first pick.
fishwizzard reply :
On 5/29/2017 at 9:18 AM, Logan S said:If it were me, both the TV and PP would be too powerful for what you're wanting to do...General 'heavy' stuff to me would be frogs, jigs, pitching, flipping, big spinnerbaits, buzzbaits, etc...
You may be happier with the DSR, SS, or EMTF as those are more of a MH or 'light' MH. Just my take on it, I own all of the rods mentioned here and if I had to pick one for what you just described it would be the DSR....But any of the 3 alternatives I mentioned would do well.
On 5/29/2017 at 12:28 PM, rippin-lips said:Big single hook baits I throw on the xx diablo spec R. It also makes a good light t rig and tube rod. The EMTF is a better choice if you will be using it for more bottom contact since it's got a tip better suited to those things. I love my spinnerbait special too. It's a good do it all rod for me. Shorter at 6'10 but I like it a lot. Tough call on which one to go with. The tour versatile is stout though. Wouldn't be my first pick.
Thanks guys, gives me a lot to think about. I looked at the SS and the DSR, but had discounted the EMTF as being too long. Even the extra 2" on the DSR worries me, the Irod is the longest rod I have by like 7-8" and it gives me a lot of trouble.
My main worry is power, while I really like the CR723, it fishes a lot lighter then I expected. It seems to really top out just a little over 12oz and I want the companion rod to let me fish jigs and t-rigs around the 34-1oz range. A Ragebug, hook, and 38 skirted punch weight ends up being over 34oz total weight. I also want enough power to fish pads and other heavier cover. Since this will be a bank rod I want to avoid having to wade in to a marsh (again) to free a fish I couldn't get up top fast enough.
If you all think the DSR is a better choice for this stuff then I can make the extra 2" work, but I am worried about going to light again.
lmbfisherman reply :
Not to be blunt but, Bunnielab I think you should've made you're own topic instead of hijacking this thread. I was hoping for more pr0n of gear. I get all excited to see all the beauties, not here for the "articles".
Logan S reply :
On 5/29/2017 at 8:26 PM, Bunnielab said:If you all think the DSR is a better choice for this stuff then I can make the extra 2" work, but I am worried about going to light again.
It's going to be hard to do all of that with one rod....I wouldn't want to make a habit out of trying to get fish out of pads or other heavy stuff with the F5 rods...But I also wouldn't want to throw senkos, light spinnerbaits, 1/2oz traps, etc on the F6 or F7 rods.
There's not really a substitute for a powerful rod, if you need it you need it...But heavy powered rods are not as versatile when it comes to lighter or moving baits. I can't really make a recommendation since I would use multiple rods for all that stuff.
...and to get us back on track, heres some MB/Shimano for you .
Black Jungle Deep Cranking w/Citica 200E that I swapped 5:1 gears into. Was swapping hooks on some FF Shads.
lmbfisherman reply :
Now that's what I'm talking about. Man them Cores' are just so hawt!
rippin-lips reply :
On 5/29/2017 at 8:26 PM, Bunnielab said:
Thanks guys, gives me a lot to think about. I looked at the SS and the DSR, but had discounted the EMTF as being too long. Even the extra 2" on the DSR worries me, the Irod is the longest rod I have by like 7-8" and it gives me a lot of trouble.
My main worry is power, while I really like the CR723, it fishes a lot lighter then I expected. It seems to really top out just a little over 12oz and I want the companion rod to let me fish jigs and t-rigs around the 34-1oz range. A Ragebug, hook, and 38 skirted punch weight ends up being over 34oz total weight. I also want enough power to fish pads and other heavier cover. Since this will be a bank rod I want to avoid having to wade in to a marsh (again) to free a fish I couldn't get up top fast enough.
If you all think the DSR is a better choice for this stuff then I can make the extra 2" work, but I am worried about going to light again.
Just following up what Logan said. Dsr isn't powerful enough for 3/4oz and pads. 3/4oz jig in open water would be too much for it. The tip is too soft imo. EMTF would be fine for 3/4oz but not with heavy cover. I'd be using my perfect pitch for 3/4oz and pads. Honestly you're asking a bit much from 1 rod. The tour versatile will handle the weight and the heavy cover but it's not going to do well with a senko. You gotta figure out the best compromise.
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lmb here's some more pics to hopefully keep you happy.
top to bottom - left to right
Steez SV103
Zonda 68L
J Dream 7.9
Monoblock Grigio Titanio
Alphas SV105
Steez 100HLA custom painted
bitsandbass reply :
On 4/16/2014 at 2:59 AM, Zebco202 said:Daiwa Cygnus Combo 2500-B reel, Rod - CYF662MRS 6-6 Med
I found these rods in my garage. I like them. Good for casting 3/4oz sinkers for trout with Powerbait. I was thinking about using this for bass too to cast out lures and jib the bottom. Feels like it has enough backbone to work.
Anyone else have these rods? What do you use them for?
offsidewing reply :
Alright, got a big fishing trip coming next week so I put new line on my baitcasters. Here's some pics!
Curado 70XG and Daiwa Arachnid 72MHXF
Daiwa Steez TW SV XS and St Croix Elite 70MF
Curado 70XG and St Croix Avid X 70MHF
Daiwa SV103 XS and Daiwa Arachnid 73HXG
Not pictured is my Crankbait set up of Curado 200i PG and Tournamant ZX 72MM
rippin-lips reply :
Some more for you lmb since I got a small order or parts today in the mail.
fishwizzard reply :
Welp, I did it:
Talked to Gary at TT and he thought that the Tout Versatile was the best rod from the Orochi XX line for what I was looking to do, so long as I was reasonable in my expectations for the lower end of the range. Having only had cast it around the yard for about an hour, I am impressed! A 5" senko will load the tip, but no deeper. It will fling one pretty far and I can make short range roll casts with what I think, with practice, acceptable accuracy. One the high end of the range, a 1.25oz total weight jig, cast very well and pitches like a dream. I will say that my thumb is not at all used to casting lures of this weight and once I actually released the lure about 10' out on my back-cast. I spent the most time with a 3/4oz jig and it really shines there. Very easy and smooth to cast. I ruined a jig pitching and casting it at the trees along my driveway. I am so excited to get this thing out on Saturday!
Master Bait'r reply :
On 6/8/2017 at 8:58 AM, Bunnielab said:Welp, I did it:
Talked to Gary at TT and he thought that the Tout Versatile was the best rod from the Orochi XX line for what I was looking to do, so long as I was reasonable in my expectations for the lower end of the range. Having only had cast it around the yard for about an hour, I am impressed! A 5" senko will load the tip, but no deeper. It will fling one pretty far and I can make short range roll casts with what I think, with practice, acceptable accuracy. One the high end of the range, a 1.25oz total weight jig, cast very well and pitches like a dream. I will say that my thumb is not at all used to casting lures of this weight and once I actually released the lure about 10' out on my back-cast. I spent the most time with a 3/4oz jig and it really shines there. Very easy and smooth to cast. I ruined a jig pitching and casting it at the trees along my driveway. I am so excited to get this thing out on Saturday!
Welcome to the "have a problem and love it" club haha cheers!!
DanQS13 reply :
My new setup is finally complete. Got to take her for a test drive the other day and it was just as good as I had hoped. My DC735 + Zillion SV TW and DX704 + Shimano Exsence DC setups have both been demoted from my top rod combos and replaced with this guy. There will always be a special place in my heart for the DC735 (probably one of the best overall jig rods I've used), but this new one takes the cake.
I got some HedgeHog Kattobi spool bearings on their way too for this guy. Already put new bearings in the handles when I changed them out.
buzzed bait reply :
On 6/8/2017 at 9:22 PM, DanQS13 said:My new setup is finally complete. Got to take her for a test drive the other day and it was just as good as I had hoped. My DC735 + Zillion SV TW and DX704 + Shimano Exsence DC setups have both been demoted from my top rod combos and replaced with this guy. There will always be a special place in my heart for the DC735 (probably one of the best overall jig rods I've used), but this new one takes the cake.
I got some HedgeHog Kattobi spool bearings on their way too for this guy. Already put new bearings in the handles when I changed them out.
that's a nice combo for sure! i've got a dx 703c and a steez sv combo that is amazing. i imagine this combo you've got is a dream!
DanQS13 reply :
On 6/8/2017 at 9:31 PM, buzzed bait said:
that's a nice combo for sure! i've got a dx 703c and a steez sv combo that is amazing. i imagine this combo you've got is a dream!
I got a killer deal on that Steez A TW too, $340
Big-Bass reply :
On 6/8/2017 at 9:39 PM, DanQS13 said:
I got a killer deal on that Steez A TW too, $340
Sweet...where did you get one for $340. Can you PM me? Thanks!
rippin-lips reply :
On 6/8/2017 at 9:22 PM, DanQS13 said:
Sweet looking setup! Pro tip - Don't share your secrets. There won't be any left if you want to get another one.
DanQS13 reply :
On 6/9/2017 at 1:24 AM, rippin-lips said:Sweet looking setup! Pro tip - Don't share your secrets. There won't be any left if you want to get another one.
It's cool, I don't mind helping anyone out. I get a lot of good opportunities as far as deals go and I'm always hunting the japanese sites for stuff. I found this guy for a great deal and get 30% from dobyns so I ended up doing this setup for about $600, maybe a tad more with shipping.
Everyone should be able to enjoy these awesome reels and not have to pay freaking $450 for just the reel.
illinifan4152 reply :
Hitting the lake for a little evening topwater as the sun goes down. Pop Pop
Drunkentigerrr reply :
Hi BR,
As mentioned in my earlier post, here are my new arsenal for 2017. 4 more days here in Ontario Canada till the bass opener!
Tight lines boys!
Yumeya reply :
Leftymuk reply :
Couple of pics from a tackle *****
Hez reply :
On 6/15/2017 at 3:34 AM, Leftymuk said:Couple of pics from a tackle *****
*gasp*
The forbidden fruit!!
Leftymuk reply :
Referred to as "CRAP" by the other half........lol
And she refers to my car as the "fish mobile "
Joshua Beaver reply :
Don't have pictures to post right this moment, perhaps later today. But as of now, I recently aquire a 6'6" Jawbone MH casting rod with a Quantum Escalade 7.1:1 gear ratio baitcaster reel. Setup ran me about $70 all together, the reel costing most of that at $50. Happy with it so far, add into that the $130 or so I spent just on tackle and lures and I've spent just over $200 this year. My previous setup is a Daiwa spinning rod and reel combo I bought in Virginia while at Chincoteague island. It's a 7' if I remember correctly, was my main big fish slayer for quite some time.
rippin-lips reply :
Can't wait to get this back in my hands. The factory paint on the Megabass Zonda stinks so why not have it custom painted and swap some parts.
fishballer06 reply :
On 6/23/2017 at 2:57 AM, rippin-lips said:Can't wait to get this back in my hands. The factory paint on the Megabass Zonda stinks so why not have it custom painted and swap some parts.
There's a few bills in that setup. Nice looking reel, rippin.
kschultz76 reply :
Latest addition to my stable compliments of my wife and the fine people at the Tackle Trap, yes she is the BEST wife ever! If you're in the market for a high end finesse spinning rod you've got to consider the Megabass Destroyer Addermine, it's amazing. Awe heck let's show off the FMJ too.
kickerfish1 reply :
On 6/24/2017 at 9:33 AM, kschultz76 said:Latest addition to my stable compliments of my wife and the fine people at the Tackle Trap, yes she is the BEST wife ever! If you're in the market for a high end finesse spinning rod you've got to consider the Megabass Destroyer Addermine, it's amazing. Awe heck let's show off the FMJ too.
Beautiful outfits you have there stranger!. The FJ Stradic is still one my favorite spinning reels.
biggiesmalls reply :
Lots of awesome pics in this thread!
Right now, my rod arsenal consists of:
- Custom 5'8" 50-100# stand up rod. Built on an old Shakespeare blank painted black, black shrink-wrapped EVA foam grips, black aluminum reel seat and gimbal, six black ceramic turbo guides, silver and black wraps. Using this rod for land based shark fishing
- Custom 6'6" 30-50# stand up rod. Built on another old Shakespeare blank painted black, black shrink-wrapped EVA foam grips, black plastic gimbal, black graphite reel seat, six chrome ceramic turbo guides, black and gold wraps (this one is still at my builder's shop, but it should be finished up soon). Will be using this on the boat to fish for pretty much everything that can't be caught on a 3000 spinner
- (2) Penn Squadron 7' medium spinning rods. Got them for like $40 each, so I don't care if I beat them up too badly. Using these for inshore fishing from the boat, as well as the kayaks and docks I fish from
- 9' Star Aerial surf spinning rod. Rated for 1-4 ounces I believe. Nice rod, especially for the price. Haven't gotten to use it more than a few times, but I will mostly use it for bait fishing in the surf - although I think it could throw artificials pretty well, too
- 5' Field and Stream Inferno ultralight. Gets the job done, and it was on sale at Dick's for $10. I use this mostly for bluegill, but I've targeted bass on this rod as well - it's pretty fun
- 7' medium Abu Garcia orra spinning rod. Using this for all of my bass fishing right now (also using the inshore rods for frog fishing). Came with the Orra, so I never ended up replacing it
And the reel arsenal:
- Custom Penn 9/0 Senator. Powder coated externals, mostly stainless steel internals, custom 8-disc carbon fiber drag stack, handle upgrade, few other things. I am still working on this but it'll be done soon - it's my land based shark fishing reel
- Custom Penn 980 Mag. Just bought this reel, but I will be doing the exact same thing as I did to the 9/0 - I will use this on the boat with the 30-50# rod, as well as for heavier surf casting
- (2) Penn Battle 3000's. Inshore fishing is the game with these, and right now I am using one on the 9' surf rod as well
- Pflueger Trion 20, great ultralight reel for the money
- Abu Garcia Orra 30, used for bass fishing right now
I want to add/get rid of:
- Get rid of Orra combo, I have a friend who wants to get into fishing so I'm selling it to him
- Get rid of F&S ultralight rod and replace it with a custom 7' or 7-1/2' ultralight rod
- Add a custom 11' 3-8 ounce surf rod, to use with the 980 Mag. I'm looking for a blank to do this with right now
- If I get a little bit of money to play around with, I want to replace the Penn Squadron rods with Star Aerial rods - great value for the money
- Add two Johnny Morris Signature Series rods - one 7'2" MHF baitcaster and one 6'8" MXF spinner, for my bass fishing. Will be adding some kind of Speed Spool to the baitcaster and a Trion 35 to the spinner
I am respooling all of my reels soon, so I'll have to get a picture of all of them out and post it. I will post a few pictures shortly.
Phew, that was a lot to type!
PatrickKnight reply :
I agree with the Star rods, they fly under the radar and are a heck of a rod for the money.
hzzhangc reply :
First catch on my latest addition
Leftymuk reply :
Some new stuff that according to flea bay is worth it weight in gold....lol
Master Bait'r reply :
On 6/25/2017 at 11:03 PM, Leftymuk said:Some new stuff that according to flea bay is worth it weight in gold....lol
Are those the frogs with the boot tail?
illinifan4152 reply :
I was cleaning some stuff up in the tackle room and respooling, so I thought I should take a picture since it's been a while..
Leftymuk reply :
Yes that would be them......
On 6/23/2017 at 2:57 AM, rippin-lips said:Can't wait to get this back in my hands. The factory paint on the Megabass Zonda stinks so why not have it custom painted and swap some parts.
Who did you use to paint them
hzzhangc reply :
BFS has lot of fun
kickerfish1 reply :
On 6/27/2017 at 9:53 AM, hzzhangc said:BFS has lot of fun
Shhhhweeeet!
rippin-lips reply :
A few outside pics and a nice chunk on the MB giant dog x to break it in.
Master Bait'r reply :
On 6/15/2017 at 3:34 AM, Leftymuk said:Couple of pics from a tackle *****
Why is your name Leftymuk when all your reels are righty??
buzzed bait reply :
i picked up a 7'1" MH Tatula casting rod a few weeks back and hadn't used it until tuesday night. wanted to get it slimed up so i could get the @Goose52 two thumbs up approval!
went to the pond near my house and convinced one little guy to chomp on the booyah popping pad crasher! i had the 7'2" H version of this rod, but it was a little heavier than i wanted so i picked up this MH version and am very glad i did. it was the perfect balance of tip and backbone for my style of frogging!
Goose52 reply :
On 6/29/2017 at 10:55 PM, buzzed bait said:i picked up a 7'1" MH Tatula casting rod a few weeks back and hadn't used it until tuesday night. wanted to get it slimed up so i could get the @Goose52 two thumbs up approval!
went to the pond near my house and convinced one little guy to chomp on the booyah popping pad crasher! i had the 7'2" H version of this rod, but it was a little heavier than i wanted so i picked up this MH version and am very glad i did. it was the perfect balance of tip and backbone for my style of frogging!
Yeah baby - THAT's how to break in new equipment...
wet_dream reply :
Washing off my gear after a saltwater kayak flounder trip.
Master Bait'r reply :
On 6/30/2017 at 5:23 AM, wet_dream said:Washing off my gear after a saltwater kayak flounder trip.
Bucktailing for flukes is so is so much fun! Ocean finesse is funny to adapt to from freshwater finesse!
wet_dream reply :
On 6/30/2017 at 5:49 AM, Master Bait'r said:
Bucktailing for flukes is so is so much fun! Ocean finesse is funny to adapt to from freshwater finesse!
It's definitely one of my favorite types of fishing! I started in saltwater (just a few years ago) and just recently took up freshwater fishing this year. As much as I've enjoyed freshwater, saltwater fishing this time of year is so much fun.
Jon G reply :
My NRX 894 arrived about two weeks ago. Very happy with it especially for the price I paid for it. Pairs very nicely with my Met MGL.
Master Bait'r reply :
Finally got that Major Craft Benkei solid tip 1 piece rod I've been waiting forever on!
Put a Daiwa BG on it and wow... Match made in heaven! Perfect balance point and perfect color match. Reasonably priced too, hard to believe how much this setup *didn't* cost. This is exactly what I was looking for in an ultralight with backbone!
I'd post a pic but the attachment is apparently too big. Oh well.
fishwizzard reply :
On 6/30/2017 at 6:54 AM, Master Bait'r said:
I'd post a pic but the attachment is apparently too big. Oh well.
Post it to imgur and give us a link.
Also really interested in hearing your thoughts on it once you get some hours in. I have a Trapara and while I like it for spinners and micro cranks, it is too soft for plastics.
Master Bait'r reply :
On 6/30/2017 at 8:08 AM, Bunnielab said:
Post it to imgur and give us a link.
Also really interested in hearing your thoughts on it once you get some hours in. I have a Trapara and while I like it for spinners and micro cranks, it is too soft for plastics.
This thing is anything but soft. Extreeeemely fast for something that bottoms out at 1/64oz. I am going to cast a 3" slug-go over the moon with this baby.
One thing that kinda scares me though- that solid tip is mounted just a newt hair off kilter. Line guides are fine and epoxy is mint but I can see just a smidge of difference. I don't want to send it back but it's got me wondering.
kickerfish1 reply :
On 6/30/2017 at 6:54 AM, Master Bait'r said:Finally got that Major Craft Benkei solid tip 1 piece rod I've been waiting forever on!
Put a Daiwa BG on it and wow... Match made in heaven! Perfect balance point and perfect color match. Reasonably priced too, hard to believe how much this setup *didn't* cost. This is exactly what I was looking for in an ultralight with backbone!
I'd post a pic but the attachment is apparently too big. Oh well.
MB - I can post a few photos for you. Shoot me a PM and we can swap emails.
fishwizzard reply :
On 6/30/2017 at 11:07 AM, Master Bait'r said:
This thing is anything but soft. Extreeeemely fast for something that bottoms out at 1/64oz. I am going to cast a 3" slug-go over the moon with this baby.
One thing that kinda scares me though- that solid tip is mounted just a newt hair off kilter. Line guides are fine and epoxy is mint but I can see just a smidge of difference. I don't want to send it back but it's got me wondering.
The tip issue is a bummer, but hopefully it will not affect how it fishes.
PatrickKnight reply :
On 6/30/2017 at 5:23 AM, wet_dream said:Washing off my gear after a saltwater kayak flounder trip.
What rods do you have them paired with??
I have been pretty impressed with how well my 3000 FK holds up to saltwater use. IT currently has about 15 hours of wading the gulf under its belt with zero issue at all. It even got fully submerged when I took a spill on my last trip and all I do is just rinse it off after each trip.
wet_dream reply :
On 7/1/2017 at 8:45 PM, PatrickKnight said:
What rods do you have them paired with??
I have been pretty impressed with how well my 3000 FK holds up to saltwater use. IT currently has about 15 hours of wading the gulf under its belt with zero issue at all. It even got fully submerged when I took a spill on my last trip and all I do is just rinse it off after each trip.
For this particular trip:
-4000FK paired w/ Shimano Teramar SE
-2500FK paired w/ St Croix Mojo Inshore
-2500Ci4 paired w/ Shimano Zodias
And I too have been impressed with their durability in the salt. I was using heavier penn reels but after switching to the Stradics, I don't think I'll be going back. It's held up well with minimal maintenance. Just a quick freshwater rinse after each trip, and occasional grease.
I have a 5000 Saragosa that I use for the surf. Takes a ton of splashes, never been submerged, but spins like it did out of the box.
TxHawgs reply :
On 6/30/2017 at 11:50 AM, kickerfish1 said:
MB - I can post a few photos for you. Shoot me a PM and we can swap emails.
I can't post pics anymore either, erased almost all my attachments in account and still only allows 500Kb. They had to change something, probably getting to be too much storage for the server.
Jon G reply :
On 7/4/2017 at 3:59 AM, TxHawgs said:I can't post pics anymore either, erased almost all my attachments in account and still only allows 500Kb. They had to change something, probably getting to be too much storage for the server.
Use photobucket. I just started doing that and its much easier. You just post the link the photo and it embeds the picture. Best part is that the picture can be pretty much as big as you want.
rippin-lips reply :
Just a little teaser pic of an upcoming project that I'm currently working on.
Big-Bass reply :
Sweet! Looks like an Ito with the new ZPI spool at the Tackle Trap and either some ZPI or SLP screws and accessories. I bet it will look great!
rippin-lips reply :
Parts delivery 1/3
New Zpi spool and some Hedgehog parts. 7.6g with Zpi Sic bearing is just crazy. Can't wait to see how it performs.
basseditor reply :
My Kistler Rod collection.
buzzed bait reply :
was looking for a t rig rod for a while and was able to get my hands on the new GLX a while back and so i pulled the trigger a couple weeks ago. ended up going with the glx 853c and couldn't be happier with it at this point. i have a 852c and 853c in the nrx line and love them, but wanted something different for this rod. i had heard the glx was a hair more powerful than the nrx and i liked that it did not have recoil guides for this particular application. i honestly think this rod is just as good as the nrx i own.
i paired it up with the aldebaran 51hg and was using 40# power pro braid. tossing a 1/8oz tungsten weight a 4/0 owner twistlock and whatever choice of plastic and it performed as well as i had hoped!
i took it down to florida with me on vacation to get some casts in with it and get it slimed up to pass the @Goose52 test.... they didn't really want the t rig too bad, but i had one taker!
rippin-lips reply :
@buzzed bait I've heard from both Bryan and Gary at TTT that the new Glx is right up there with the Nrx. The slightest bit heavier but in terms of sensitivity they are almost identical.
buzzed bait reply :
On 7/12/2017 at 1:21 AM, rippin-lips said:@buzzed bait I've heard from both Bryan and Gary at TTT that the new Glx is right up there with the Nrx. The slightest bit heavier but in terms of sensitivity they are almost identical.
Thats where I got mine from! Gary is great to deal with. I'm not lying when I say I think it's every bit as good as the NRX. I'm limited to a couple outings with it, but stoked with it so far.
Goose52 reply :
On 7/11/2017 at 11:15 PM, buzzed bait said:.......i took it down to florida with me on vacation to get some casts in with it and get it slimed up to pass the @Goose52 test....
I love the smell of fish slime in the morning...
... smells like....victory !
illinifan4152 reply :
On 7/11/2017 at 10:24 AM, rippin-lips said:Parts delivery 1/3
New Zpi spool and some Hedgehog parts. 7.6g with Zpi Sic bearing is just crazy. Can't wait to see how it performs.
Rippin, what rod are you gonna mount that bad boy on?
rippin-lips reply :
On 7/18/2017 at 8:01 PM, illinifan4152 said:
Rippin, what rod are you gonna mount that bad boy on?
Right now it's mounted on a Orochi XX spinnerbait special. The Zpi/Itö combo is a blast to fish.
rippin-lips reply :
Parts delivery 2/3 for the Itö arrived today. Just waiting on the last one to get it together.
Slipknot_Fan666 reply :
I finally bought my first Lew's. It's a Tournament Lite. By far the best reel I've owned so far. Casts a mile, super smooth, and ridiculously light. I don't have any pictures of the reel and the rod I bought to put it on (H2O Ethos 6'6" MH), but I do have a picture of my new personal best that I caught within an hour of buying the new setup (bought it Tuesday). Still nothing compared to some of you guys, but its a huge bass to me. Didn't have a scale at the time (went to Academy and bought one after this), but I figure its around 3-3 1/2. Next brand of reels for me to try is Shimano. I've owned the older red and grey Caenen, which I just gave to my friend, but haven't tried any of their higher end reels. I was actually planning to get a Chronarch Ci4+, but the place I was going to buy from was out and tried to sell me the display model. I'm actually kinda happy they didn't have one.
lmbfisherman reply :
On 7/21/2017 at 10:52 AM, Slipknot_Fan666 said:I finally bought my first Lew's. It's a Tournament Lite. By far the best reel I've owned so far. Casts a mile, super smooth, and ridiculously light. I don't have any pictures of the reel and the rod I bought to put it on (H2O Ethos 6'6" MH), but I do have a picture of my new personal best that I caught within an hour of buying the new setup (bought it Tuesday). Still nothing compared to some of you guys, but its a huge bass to me. Didn't have a scale at the time (went to Academy and bought one after this), but I figure its around 3-3 1/2. Next brand of reels for me to try is Shimano. I've owned the older red and grey Caenen, which I just gave to my friend, but haven't tried any of their higher end reels. I was actually planning to get a Chronarch Ci4+, but the place I was going to buy from was out and tried to sell me the display model. I'm actually kinda happy they didn't have one.
Congrats! If you're going for higher end Shimano, I'd save and get the MGL. Much better than the CI4+ Chronarch. Not saying they are bad, but might as well get the new and improved version.
Slipknot_Fan666 reply :
On 7/21/2017 at 11:58 AM, lmbfisherman said:Congrats! If you're going for higher end Shimano, I'd save and get the MGL. Much better than the CI4+ Chronarch. Not saying they are bad, but might as well get the new and improved version.
Well, unfortunately it'll have to wait. The landscaping job I was working doesn't have anything to do right now, so I'm going to go job hunting next week.
nocluefisher reply :
Just got a Tatula Type R100xs in 8.1-1. Put it on my 7' MH Tatula xt. My first daiwa baitcaster. When I get my boat back this week from the marina I look forward to pitching around docks and structure with some jigs with it. Spooled it with some 20lb segaur senshi. Can't post pics anymore so you all can visualize how pretty it is.
Burke reply :
Looked around to adopt one more into my home ...
Please welcome, Shimano Core 50MG7
Will pair up with NRX 803C JWR ! It's gotta be a perfect match.
buzzed bait reply :
On 7/25/2017 at 9:21 AM, Burke said:Looked around to adopt one more into my home ...
Please welcome, Shimano Core 50MG7
Will pair up with NRX 803C JWR ! It's gotta be a perfect match.
i have my core 51mg7 on a NRX 852C and they're a sweet match for sure!
Hulkster reply :
check out the colour coordination! I now match all spinner baits to the neon green of my E6X lolol
kickerfish1 reply :
Party fowl! - reel doesnt match rod and spinnerbait
buzzed bait reply :
On 7/27/2017 at 1:47 AM, kickerfish1 said:Party fowl! - reel doesnt match rod and spinnerbait
Here's a party fowl:
Smelter96 reply :
Newest member of the arsenal.
rippin-lips reply :
Parts delivery 3/3
Steez star painted gloss black. Still waiting on 1 small piece but I'm calling this one pretty much finished though.
kickerfish1 reply :
Never bought a true BFS reel. Was told all the cool kids had one and if I didn't get one the bullies were going to steal my lunch money and give me a wedgie. Decided on an Airy Red mainly because of the spool being one of the best. Need to find a rod but hey it looks good with the the furniture so it may be a "couch queen" for now!
Yumeya reply :
fishwizzard reply :
On 7/29/2017 at 10:49 AM, kickerfish1 said:Never bought a true BFS reel. Was told all the cool kids had one and if I didn't get one the bullies were going to steal my lunch money and give me a wedgie. Decided on an Airy Red mainly because of the spool being one of the best. Need to find a rod but hey it looks good with the the furniture so it may be a "couch queen" for now!
Nice! I think I had to slap my hand off the mouse like a half dozen times if that was the one in the classifieds. Also, if you are itching for a rod, check out the [url=https://www.aliexpress.com/item/1-98-meters-l-soft-ultra-light-carbon-horses-mouth-lure-rod-straight-shank-set-high/32346360215.html?ws_ab_test=searchweb0_0,searchweb201602_3_10152_10065_10151_10068_10130_10084_10083_10080_10307_10082_10081_10110_10178_10137_10111_10060_10112_10113_10155_10114_10154_10056_10055_10054_10310_10312_10059_100031_10099_10078_10079_10103_10073_10102_10052_10053_10142_10107_10050_10051-10050_10112,searchweb201603_13,ppcSwitch_7&btsid=4923bfd6-fab9-4124-929c-a0ff13c1acf1&algo_expid=8e738715-8d03-4ea7-9c05-c79dfda6bebf-2&algo_pvid=8e738715-8d03-4ea7-9c05-c79dfda6bebf]Kuying Teton line[/url]. I have a 5' UL one and while it is more of a trout/panfish rod, it should pair well with that reel and let you play around with it. I am not sure how much more powerful the L action one is, but the UL one with a PX68 on it will cast 1/8oz inline spinners perfectly. For $60 they are great little rods.
rippin-lips reply :
Version 2 'my preference'
Big-Bass reply :
Nice looking Ito.
Master Bait'r reply :
Finally got around to finding an app that works for resizing pics.
Here is my newest addition- a Light/extra fast Major Craft Benkei with the solid tip section, lure rating is 1/64th to 1/4oz. Reel is a Daiwa BG 1500, whose quality defies its price tag by a large margin. The pair is perfect together in every way, and the balance point with a full spool is dead on the reel lock where your finger sits naturally. Big fan of this combo!!
fishwizzard reply :
On 7/30/2017 at 11:12 PM, Master Bait'r said:Finally got around to finding an app that works for resizing pics.
Here is my newest addition- a Light/extra fast Major Craft Benkei with the solid tip section,
I am super interested in that rod, please keep us updated as you get more time in with it.
Master Bait'r reply :
On 7/31/2017 at 12:06 AM, Bunnielab said:
I am super interested in that rod, please keep us updated as you get more time in with it.
I've got a few weeks out with it and so far I'm impressed. Super crisp and communicative, very comfortable in the hand and loads up well for everything I've used it for so far (down to about 1/16oz) and up to 1/4oz hardbaits. I like very fast rods and this one does not disappoint. As I mentioned somewhere when I got it though, the solid tip section was installed a few frog hairs out of alignment, but it makes no difference in performance. Small gripe and at that price point I don't feel a real complaint about it is warranted.
Definitely recommended though if you're on the fence. Looks, feels and functions well above its' price range imo.
fishwizzard reply :
Cool, thanks for the info. My current Light spinning rod is a 6' SC Premier and while it is great for small spinnerbaits and cranks, it is awful for soft plastics and I am looking to upgrade it at some point this fall or winter.
PatrickKnight reply :
After having fished with a buddies almost all year I had to pick one up. This reel is by far the best I have used for 100 bucks and it pairs with my Dobyns Sierra 703 pretty darn well. Daiwa BG 2500.
Looking for the big one reply :
Got a question for some of you megabass rod-heads. Looking at you guys @rippin-lips and @Redlinerobert
What Destroyer would be the best for T-rigs, Jigs and spinnerbaits. I normally fish them all on the same rod, a 6'10" MH Duckett White Ice by am looking to get into the JDM(cool kids) market. I'm pretty set on a Destroyer, so please don't recommend something else.
rippin-lips reply :
On 8/2/2017 at 1:12 AM, Looking for the big one said:Got a question for some of you megabass rod-heads. Looking at you guys @rippin-lips and @Redlinerobert
What Destroyer would be the best for T-rigs, Jigs and spinnerbaits. I normally fish them all on the same rod, a 6'10" MH Duckett White Ice by am looking to get into the JDM(cool kids) market. I'm pretty set on a Destroyer, so please don't recommend something else.
Are you talking about the new 2017 Destroyer USA rods, or the 2016 Destroyer JDM rods?
I have no hands on with the 17 rods. By specs I'd say the Daemos. In the 16 jdm rods I'd say probably the G-ax or the super destroyer. I had the SD and it was a great jig and t rig rod. Might be a tad too powerful for a spinnerbait though.
Looking for the big one reply :
Thx rippin lips, I was talking about the 2017 US rods. I hadn't paid much attention to that model for some reason.
Rook reply :
I'm still stuck in the 50s. My newest reel is over 35 years old and several of mine are over 60 years old and they still work like new.
I grew up at my grandfather's Three Rivers Boat Dock & Resturant at the confluence of the Holston, French Broad and Tennessee Rivers in Knoxville, TN back in the 50s and 60s. Seemed like most everyone used Mitchell's back in those days.
These are the Mitchell's that I've inherited and purchased and salvaged from the garbage dump over the years.
My first reel was an Airex Bache Brown Model 3 that my grandpa gave me. I didn't get a Mitchell 300 until about 1960 when I saved up enough money to buy one.
This is a picture of me and my old half bail Airex back in '57.
Boat races at Three Rivers Boat Dock summer of 1959.
Redlinerobert reply :
On 8/2/2017 at 2:39 AM, Rook said:I'm still stuck in the 50s. My newest reel is over 35 years old and several of mine are over 60 years old and they still work like new.
I grew up at my grandfather's Three Rivers Boat Dock & Resturant at the confluence of the Holston, French Broad and Tennessee Rivers in Knoxville, TN back in the 50s and 60s. Seemed like most everyone used Mitchell's back in those days.
These are the Mitchell's that I've inherited and purchased and salvaged from the garbage dump over the years.
My first reel was an Airex Bache Brown Model 3 that my grandpa gave me. I didn't get a Mitchell 300 until about 1960 when I saved up enough money to buy one.
This is a picture of me and my old half bail Airex back in '57.
Boat races at Three Rivers Boat Dock summer of 1959.
Rook,
you sir, are doing it right. That is amazing! Great photos!
On 8/2/2017 at 1:12 AM, Looking for the big one said:Got a question for some of you megabass rod-heads. Looking at you guys @rippin-lips and @Redlinerobert
What Destroyer would be the best for T-rigs, Jigs and spinnerbaits. I normally fish them all on the same rod, a 6'10" MH Duckett White Ice by am looking to get into the JDM(cool kids) market. I'm pretty set on a Destroyer, so please don't recommend something else.
Big One,
Sorry but I'm not much help on the newer Megabass Rods. The sweet spot for me and Megabass are the rods produced between 2006 and 20010, in my opinion that was the epitome of the Megabass line. I have one newer Diablo that I had converted to a slant bridge rod, but other than that all my rods are ~ 10 years old.
Looking for the big one reply :
Thx for the input anyway.
rippin-lips, I actually decided on going with the Orochi XX Extreme Mission Type F. (geez thats a mouth full!)
kschultz76 reply :
On 8/2/2017 at 1:12 AM, Looking for the big one said:Got a question for some of you megabass rod-heads. Looking at you guys @rippin-lips and @Redlinerobert
What Destroyer would be the best for T-rigs, Jigs and spinnerbaits. I normally fish them all on the same rod, a 6'10" MH Duckett White Ice by am looking to get into the JDM(cool kids) market. I'm pretty set on a Destroyer, so please don't recommend something else.
How heavy of a trig and jigs are you talking? If only up to 3/8 oz then the Daemos is likely the ticket based on what I've been told by Gary at Tackle Trap. The FMJ is a fantastic rod but in the limited use I've had with mine I don't think I'd love it for slinging spinnerbaits and it's a powerful stick. FMJ is money for jigs and trigs over 3/8 oz.
Looking for the big one reply :
I'm more or less set on the Orochi Extreme Mission Type F, don't know what you're saying about the FMJ.
kschultz76 reply :
On 8/8/2017 at 7:31 PM, Looking for the big one said:I'm more or less set on the Orochi Extreme Mission Type F, don't know what you're saying about the FMJ.
Thats going to be an awesome rod for your purpose, you should really enjoy it.
Just saying the FMJ is a great stick for jigs and trigs over 3/8oz.
Looking for the big one reply :
Yeah I might have to "test" one out ;).
hawgwash reply :
I'm small potatoes next to some of you guys, but here's my rig....Okuma FINA spinning (loaded with 10lb PowerPro) and Field & Stream 6' 6" Tech-Spec rod. Some of the crankbaits I use: Rapala Fat-Rap, Dive-To and X-Rap.
Damn Yankee reply :
No small potatoes here, it's who you are,not what you have.
Yumeya reply :
Shimano Exsence - Megabass Destoryer Addermine
fishwizzard reply :
On 8/12/2017 at 11:00 AM, Yumeya said:Shimano Exsence - Megabass Destoryer Addermine
That reel looks like the car from Knight Rider in the best possiable way.
Big-Bass reply :
Every time I see that reel I think of this:
PatrickKnight reply :
On 8/12/2017 at 11:00 AM, Yumeya said:Shimano Exsence - Megabass Destoryer Addermine
So much win in this pic.
fishballer06 reply :
My latest pick up.
fishwizzard reply :
On 8/18/2017 at 8:55 AM, fishballer06 said:My latest pick up.
Wow, is that a NIB one? I have a PX68 that I really like and have wanted to try and find a Type-R as well.
Yumeya reply :
fishballer06 reply :
On 8/18/2017 at 10:21 AM, Bunnielab said:
Wow, is that a NIB one? I have a PX68 that I really like and have wanted to try and find a Type-R as well.
Yes. I found a guy who had two new one's still in the box.
fishwizzard reply :
On 8/18/2017 at 9:03 PM, fishballer06 said:
Yes. I found a guy who had two new one's still in the box.
That is a hell of a nice find, congrats.
Jelvas reply :
Arrived home yesterday from an well needed two weeks vacation, today i went to my brother house, who was kind enough to receive it for me, to pick up my new E6X SWB 884C. Paired with my 5.1:1 BB1 makes a really nice combo for smaller swimbaits and heavy cranks:
Now it´s ready to go it the water for the first time... maybe this sunday!
Edited by Jelvaskickerfish1 reply :
On 8/18/2017 at 8:55 AM, fishballer06 said:My latest pick up.
Nice snag! I grabbed an Airy Red Pixy a few weeks back. Really like the reel and the way it casts and fishes.
Burke reply :
Core #2 has arrived:
kickerfish1 reply :
On 8/22/2017 at 12:27 PM, Burke said:Core #2 has arrived:
Scorpion XT spool in there perhaps?
PatrickKnight reply :
On 8/18/2017 at 11:45 AM, Yumeya said:
How do those two rods compare?
Yumeya reply :
On 8/23/2017 at 2:58 AM, PatrickKnight said:
How do those two rods compare?
The NRX 852 is a more stiffer sensitive blank in my hands.
Both rods are labeled as Medium but the MB Addermine is more lighter in action, almost between a M and ML.
It also feels more like a fast action vs ex fast like the NRX.
What makes the Addermine special is how it feels in the hand, the sensitivity is excellent (not NRX excellent but still very good) and the build is simply amazing, its also better balanced then the 852 NRX.
The Addermine is a better drop shot, ned, wheel head, flick shake rod, it handles lighter lures better.
The NRX is a better tube, senko, shakey head, small jig rod, it handles heavier lures better.
I liked the 852 NRX so much I got it in casting also.
But both can be used for the same technique.
npl_texas reply :
My new babies
Hulkster reply :
even though its a jig and worm rod, I use my E6X 852s for everything, and find it makes a great spinnerbait rod for 1/4 to 3/8 oz. spinnerbaits.
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BigAngus752 reply :
What's that on our doorstep? Is that an SV? Why, yes. Yes it is. Bond. James Bond.
rippin-lips reply :
Another SV103 to add to the collection.
fishwizzard reply :
The ability to resist dress up parts gets weaker and weaker every day. Only the inability to find a single vendor with all the parts I want in stock has saved me from ordering a few times.
Where did you find the orange bumpers, I don't think I have ever seen them in that color?
rippin-lips reply :
On 8/31/2017 at 1:47 AM, Bunnielab said:The ability to resist dress up parts gets weaker and weaker every day. Only the inability to find a single vendor with all the parts I want in stock has saved me from ordering a few times.
Where did you find the orange bumpers, I don't think I have ever seen them in that color?
Hedgehog Studio should carry just about anything you'd want dress up wise. Sometimes you do have to source from other places but that's part of the fun. Like the cast cap. It was purchased somewhere else and then sent out to be blasted and painted. The bumpers are custom. They were sent out to be anodized.
fishwizzard reply :
On 8/31/2017 at 1:56 AM, rippin-lips said:Hedgehog Studio should carry just about anything you'd want dress up wise. Sometimes you do have to source from other places but that's part of the fun. Like the cast cap. It was purchased somewhere else and then sent out to be blasted and painted. The bumpers are custom. They were sent out to be anodized.
Oh, I see the appeal of it all, but it is easier to resist when I can't just hit a single "Submit Order" button. I am also rough enough with my gear that the effort might be wasted, unless I go rat-rod style.
That reel of yours is pretty stunning in any case.
Big-Bass reply :
On 8/30/2017 at 11:26 PM, rippin-lips said:Another SV103 to add to the collection.
Wow man! One of my favorite reels done very classy! Well done and good luck with the reel! Halloween/Autumn special!
rippin-lips reply :
I changed this one up today. It became too stock for my liking after awhile even though it wasn't.
J Francho reply :
Subtle...looks great!
SMITTY0045 reply :
Not as fancy as some others, but a setup I am proud of
Lew's Tournament Lite 6.4:1
G. Loomis E6X 853C JWR
Used primarily for weightless senkos and Texas rigs
Big-Bass reply :
Awesome setup man!
fishwizzard reply :
Dropshot fever hit at around the same time my Rod Fund/CC Cashback Rewards savings was at a nice high spot, so I went all in.
I stole the reel off of a M/XF rod I have for senkos/flukes, but I use a casting combo for both now so the reel wasn't seeing much use. I have had it for about two weeks now and have a good 20 hours on the water with it.
To start with what I like about it, the sensitivity is amazing. I put a little panfish grub on the hook and went sight-fishing for bluegills for a bit and it was crazy how I could feel even a little 2" fish nipping at the grub tail. Even when a bass just slurps up my lure I can feel the bump if I have my finger on the blank before I see the line move. It took a morning with it to get the hang of setting the hook, but once I got into just doing a quick wrist snap my hookup ratio really shot up, I think in my last few trips I only missed maybe a pair of bites out of 12-14 hood hits. The rod's taper makes keeping even a large (3.5lb is my largest on it so far) bass pinned on a barbless hook very easy and once the rod flexes to the backbone it has enough power to let me steer them away from cover. The only fish I have had on and failed to land were all sub-1lb and they have all come off on a jump. In two of the three cases the hook was not totally clear of the plastic completely. I am also really digging the "entire hand in front of the reel" grip style. It is noticeable how less fatigued and sore my hand is after 6 hours of fishing it vs my other spinning rods with reel seats designed for a keeping a finger or two behind the reel stem. Fishing from the bank, I very often use a pitch-cast when throwing to anything inside of ~40-50' as I feel like I can get better accuracy and a softer entry that way. With the rod gripped in front of the reel I can make really good pitches with both distance and accuracy.
Now for the stuff I don't like. Sadly, the first and biggest complaint is casting. Even with an aerodynamic lure like a Ned Rig tied on, distance and accuracy is far far less than the same lure/reel/line on my 6' ML/F custom finesse rod. The custom does have Microwave guides, but the I feel the difference is far greater than that alone could cause. When making a slow false case I can see that the tip is loading, but as soon as I try to cast it feels like the entire rod is shaking and no matter how I time my release, the lure seems to drift one way or the other, like a curve ball. I am getting the hang of it a little but it is still far from great. I have tried casting with one, two, and no fingers behind the reel stem and it seems to make little difference. I also get a lot of line slap on my hand when trying to make a long cast, even with two fingers behind the stem. I was looking at this rod and the Stinger Shot from the same line and picked the DS model as the general consensus was that it was still versatile. I am really glad I did as even the DS feels "off" with every other presentation I have tried with it. Ned Rigs, small cranks/minnow lures, 1/4oz poppers, and even small keitechs all just feel "wrong" and awkward to retrieve/work on this thing. I have had good luck with a Flick-Shake, but that is about it. I suspect some of it is that I am used to fishing these lures on a faster and much shorter rod and i hope with more practice things will smooth out.
All in all I really like the rod and am very happy with it. Before I got it I was fishing a DS on a BFS combo with a 6'8" L/(m)F rod and the Orochi is so so much better for this presentation. I knew what I was getting into buying a specialized rod and so far am having enough success with the DS that I have zero regrets and am really excited to get some more time in on it. This is my second rod form the Orochi XX line and I am really pleased with both of them.
rippin-lips reply :
Finally received my modified driveshaft back and got it installed in the Itö 103. Allows the use of a 10mm Steez bolt instead of a nut. Reason - Itö's are known to strip out aluminum nuts sometimes. This one was no different.
kickerfish1 reply :
Had to see what the fuss was on the Chronarch D series. I must say, it lives up to the hype and then some.
The Bassman reply :
On 9/9/2017 at 4:55 AM, kickerfish1 said:Had to see what the fuss was on the Chronarch D series. I must say, it lives up to the hype and then some.
Does that Met handle clear the drag star or did you have to bend something? The Chronarch D series are much sought after. Nice reel.
kickerfish1 reply :
The handle should be a direct swap without any altering.
DogBone_384 reply :
On 8/25/2017 at 9:08 AM, BigAngus752 said:What's that on our doorstep? Is that an SV? Why, yes. Yes it is. Bond. James Bond.
Just got that one delivered too .... wow, the monkey gets around!
Hulkster reply :
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Jelvas reply :
Nice combos, i really like the E6X´s! My next rod purchase will probably be the 852S JWR....
3crows reply :
The Babies, Stradic Ci4+ 2500 on Falcon JC and Curado 70XG on Falcon LR WW:
3crows reply :
The Boys, Casitas 150HG on a 7' St Croix Premier MHF and a Caenan 150HG on a St. Croix Mojo Bass Flippin' rod:
3crows reply :
And the Three Amigos, Curado 200IHG on Falcon Pitching Stick, Curado 200IHG on a Falcon Amistad LR and lastly a Curado 200I on a Falcon Herm:
3crows reply :
Finally, for now, The Expendables, Daiwa PMF100 on a Daiwa MHF rod, Daiwa PL100 on a Daiwa MF rod and a Shimano Bantom BX100 on a Lew's MHF American Hero rod:
What is not being shown are The Ambassadors (ABU vintage) as they are not along on this trip.
Big-Bass reply :
On 9/22/2017 at 6:10 AM, 3crows said:Finally, for now, The Expendables, Daiwa PMF100 on a Daiwa MHF rod, Daiwa PL100 on a Daiwa MF rod and a Shimano Bantom BX100 on a Lew's MHF American Hero rod:
What is not being shown are The Ambassadors (ABU vintage) as they are not along on this trip.
Classic 80s reels! The PL100 might actually be earlier and closer to the SM2A that Bill Dance used to use! I just got a PMA15S for $10 at a flea market. I cleaned it up, oiled and greased it and it is beautiful! They are great reels you have there. What type of Daiwa rods are they on?
3crows reply :
Big Bass, I bought them new in or around 1982 in a tackle shop way west down Westheimer in Houston, I needed something that would throw 1/4 ounce lures better than my ABU 5500C reels could then. The rods are two piece outfits but they are graphite at least (and much newer), not bad rods. I just refurbished the the silver one. Both are pretty mint as I take care of my stuff. The little Daiwas will bomb the light stuff and have been and are excellent little reels. Their only downside is the then high speed 5 gear ratios are a little slow for my current preference. They see a lot of kayak duty, thus The Expendables.
I have two little pistol grip Daiwa rods I bought at the same time, same place, one is only 4.5 feet long and the other is 5.5 feet. I never did like pistol grips but the tiny rods have a use which apparently is no longer appreciated today.
kickerfish1 reply :
NRX 852s arrived over the weekend. Paired with a Stradic CI4+. Feels like finesse heaven!
wet_dream reply :
I ran into the mailman on my out of the apartment. Got 2 of my newest toys today. I was not planning on pairing the two together but they look like they were designed for each other.
Fried Lemons reply :
New ultralight rod. Fit and finish are flawless and the sensitivity is incredible. Most of the UL rods I'm used to are like limp noodles. This rod has a crisp feel and a fast action. Also extremely light weighing in at 2oz. Still waiting on the companion reel. Can't wait to fish with it.
Cam Young reply :
Metanium mgl paired with a St. Croix legend extreme is my favorite combo I own. Couldn't figure out how to post a pic
fishwizzard reply :
The urge to buy a reel named after a Wu Tang lyric became overpowering and I figured I would pick up the one I thought was the coolest looking.
I have been using Alphas SV/loomis CR723 IMX as my all-around rod, but have wanted to move it over to topwater/jerkbaits and replace it with a slightly longer rod. I got the Steez from a guy on TT, it was in great condition for the price and now I guess I need to figure out what rod I want to pair it with.
Fried Lemons reply :
Companion reel is here.
The whole combo weighs less than my Stradic 2500. Balance point is exactly on the locking nut.
Big-Bass reply :
On 9/29/2017 at 5:21 AM, fishwizzard said:The urge to buy a reel named after a Wu Tang lyric became overpowering and I figured I would pick up the one I thought was the coolest looking.
I have been using Alphas SV/loomis CR723 IMX as my all-around rod, but have wanted to move it over to topwater/jerkbaits and replace it with a slightly longer rod. I got the Steez from a guy on TT, it was in great condition for the price and now I guess I need to figure out what rod I want to pair it with.
I have one of these reels as well! Absolutely stunning! I got mine from TW during the Memorial Day sale back in the spring.
On 9/30/2017 at 11:04 AM, Fried Lemons said:Companion reel is here.
The whole combo weighs less than my Stradic 2500. Balance point is exactly on the locking nut.
I have a Luvias as well...(mine is a 3012H) and I absolutely love the reel. I have mine on a Legend Xtreme spinning rod and have been putting it to good use. They are amazing reels and best wishes with your new setup! I ended up getting my reel from a place in AL that had it for $199 shipped at the time with a free Daiwa hat. Since then, the price of the reels on the same site has gone up.
On 9/26/2017 at 3:01 AM, wet_dream said:I ran into the mailman on my out of the apartment. Got 2 of my newest toys today. I was not planning on pairing the two together but they look like they were designed for each other.
That looks awesome! I never thought they would match up like color-wise that but they look great. Best wishes with the new setup.
MarcelP reply :
Daiwa Zillion HLC 1514 & Shimano Chronarch G 151HG
fishballer06 reply :
Lefty Curado K's finally arrived!
The Bassman reply :
On 10/9/2017 at 9:46 PM, fishballer06 said:Lefty Curado K's finally arrived!
Really nice pic. I'm considering this reel. Give us a review. Thnx.
fishballer06 reply :
On 10/10/2017 at 6:42 PM, The Bassman said:
Really nice pic. I'm considering this reel. Give us a review. Thnx.
I already did.
rippin-lips reply :
A new rod needs a new reel,right?
Orochi xx sbs and a T3 with some hedgehog parts. Happy Halloween
Angry John reply :
On 9/9/2017 at 1:27 AM, rippin-lips said:Finally received my modified driveshaft back and got it installed in the Itö 103. Allows the use of a 10mm Steez bolt instead of a nut. Reason - Itö's are known to strip out aluminum nuts sometimes. This one was no different.
Do you have the specs to modify the drive shafts or did you send it out? I have some alphas that i would like to do this on!!!
rippin-lips reply :
On 10/22/2017 at 10:14 AM, Angry John said:Do you have the specs to modify the drive shafts or did you send it out? I have some alphas that i would like to do this on!!!
John, I sent it off to have done.
Angry John reply :
On 10/22/2017 at 10:44 AM, rippin-lips said:John, I sent it off to have done.
Dam my dad is a machinist and if i could figure out the correct shaft length for the alphas trimmed i could have them all done for the cost of postage...
rippin-lips reply :
On 10/22/2017 at 10:45 AM, Angry John said:Dam my dad is a machinist and if i could figure out the correct shaft length for the alphas trimmed i could have them all done for the cost of postage...
When the handle is slid over the driveshaft, it sits about roughly 1mm less than flush. I count 3 - 3.5 threads once cut down. It’s not just cut flat and then tapped though. If you zoom in on the pic you can see where it was milled out also. In reality I don’t know if that would need to be done though. It’s not like that on a Steez driveshaft. Those are just flat and tapped.
Angry John reply :
On 10/22/2017 at 10:56 AM, rippin-lips said:When the handle is slid over the driveshaft, it sits about roughly 1mm less than flush. I count 3 - 3.5 threads once cut down. It’s not just cut flat and then tapped though. If you zoom in on the pic you can see where it was milled out also. In reality I don’t know if that would need to be done though. It’s not like that on a Steez driveshaft. Those are just flat and tapped.
Looks like a standard countersink so that the screw self aligns. Is the recess tapered or square? Should be quick and easy on a lathe.
rippin-lips reply :
On 10/22/2017 at 11:03 AM, Angry John said:Looks like a standard countersink so that the screw self aligns. Is the recess tapered or square? Should be quick and easy on a lathe.
It is countersunk and it’s tapered on both sides at an angle.
FrankN209 reply :
Just put the new ZPI NRC001 Spool in my Steez, then mounted it on a Kistler Helium 7'M rod.
fishwizzard reply :
On 10/24/2017 at 7:53 AM, FrankN209 said:Just put the new ZPI NRC001 Spool in my Steez, then mounted it on a Kistler Helium 7'M rod.
What kind of knobs are those, they look flatter and wider the the I shapes?
FrankN209 reply :
On 10/24/2017 at 8:25 AM, fishwizzard said:What kind of knobs are those, they look flatter and wider the the I shapes?
I got those from Hawgtech.
fishwizzard reply :
Nice! For some reason I thought the Hawgtechs were thicker/rounder. Have you been happy with them?
FrankN209 reply :
On 10/24/2017 at 8:50 AM, fishwizzard said:Nice! For some reason I thought the Hawgtechs were thicker/rounder. Have you been happy with them?
Yes, they're very nice, very happy with them.
fishwizzard reply :
On 10/24/2017 at 9:41 AM, FrankN209 said:Yes, they're very nice, very happy with them.
Good to hear, I want some no-coat knobs on this guy;
I picked up a GLX MBR783 for the Steez to live on. I figured if I was looking for an all-around rod, I might as well pony up for the classic. I have only had it out a few times and caught an embarrassingly small number of fish on it, but I am loving it so far. I have thrown a ton of different lures on it (maybe why I am not catching so much....) each trip and it really does great with everything. I would absolutely trade 2" of handle length for 2" more on the front, but other then that I have no complaints.
I do need to find a key for the fancy brake dial screw on the Steez. It looks like a stake yet of some sort, but the part diagram does not list a number for it, so I have no idea what I am looking for. If anyone knows what size spanner key it takes, I would love to know.
rippin-lips reply :
On 10/24/2017 at 10:14 AM, fishwizzard said:I do need to find a key for the fancy brake dial screw on the Steez. It looks like a stake yet of some sort, but the part diagram does not list a number for it, so I have no idea what I am looking for. If anyone knows what size spanner key it takes, I would love to know.
Just apply a good amount of pressure with your thumb. There’s not a designated tool that I’m aware of. I’ve swapped of few of these screws onto other reels I own. You could also cut a toothpick and see if it will fit the holes. Should be strong enough to break it loose if the other way doesn’t work. Or put some tape around a small precision screwdriver.
SLP has some nice Daiwa non coated cork knobs.
fishwizzard reply :
On 10/24/2017 at 10:57 AM, rippin-lips said:Just apply a good amount of pressure with your thumb. There’s not a designated tool that I’m aware of. I’ve swapped of few of these screws onto other reels I own. You could also cut a toothpick and see if it will fit the holes. Should be strong enough to break it loose if the other way doesn’t work. Or put some tape around a small precision screwdriver.
SLP has some nice Daiwa non coated cork knobs.
The manual has a picture of a little tool that looks a bit like an old skate key, but I can't read any of the txt around it. I was thinking of trying toothpicks, but literally have only been able to find the tapered kind, not the round ones. My wife works in brass/copper/etc, I was going to try and see if she could turn down copper rod that would fit snugly. I was mainly worried about breaking a hard/impossible to replace part, but if it's not a huge deal I will try to diy it.
I was looking at the SLP non-coats as well, but I the more I use the fatter Daiwa knobs that came on the SV103, the more I like them, so the idea of some larger non-coats is appealing too. Do the Hawgtech knobs fit on regular Daiwa handles?
rippin-lips reply :
On 10/25/2017 at 1:40 AM, fishwizzard said:The manual has a picture of a little tool that looks a bit like an old skate key, but I can't read any of the txt around it. I was thinking of trying toothpicks, but literally have only been able to find the tapered kind, not the round ones. My wife works in brass/copper/etc, I was going to try and see if she could turn down copper rod that would fit snugly. I was mainly worried about breaking a hard/impossible to replace part, but if it's not a huge deal I will try to diy it.
I was looking at the SLP non-coats as well, but I the more I use the fatter Daiwa knobs that came on the SV103, the more I like them, so the idea of some larger non-coats is appealing too. Do the Hawgtech knobs fit on regular Daiwa handles?
Ahh I see. It must of normally came with the reel when purchased new. I’ve never seen it for sale though. Cut the toothpick off a little bit. You aren’t going to brake the screw. No, Hawgtech knobs only fit their handles, unless they’ve changed something up about them.
fishwizzard reply :
The toothpicks worked! I do want to get some sort of tool I can keep in my tackle bag. I have had normal screws that were tightened by a dry, warm thumb that were a bear to get loose with a wet, cold thumb, so I want to have a tool of some sort.
fishwizzard reply :
I think my UL casting combo is "finished", so I thought I would post it. It's a PX 68 with a DIY spool and BFS Air bearings. I have it spooled up with 4lb Trilene XL. The rod is a Kuying Teton UL. For a $50 rod I am really impressed with it. It will throw a 1/16 inline very well, but my thumb is not yet up to up to it with how low I have to run the brakes to get good distance. For now I mostly use 1/8 inlines and spoons and with the brakes at 10 a slight flick of the wrist sends them both flying. For the most part I have only used it for white perch so I wanted to try and get a larger stocker trout with it this year to see how it did. For the last day or so I have been trying for stockers with it. I ran through maybe a dozen inline spinners, spoons, and micro cranks without a single trout and only two hits total. At dusk today I gave up and decided to tie on popper and see what my little rod could do.
That bass was maybe in the 1.5lb range at best, but it is by far the biggest fish I have caught on this combo. The rod was great, the top section was bent double keeping the pressure on and the backbone was way more powerful than I thought it was. I would have lost against any kind of cover, but for open water I feel totally confident with a fish at least a bit bigger then this guy.
BaitFinesse reply :
On 10/28/2017 at 8:41 AM, fishwizzard said:
I think my UL casting combo is "finished", so I thought I would post it. It's a PX 68 with a DIY spool and BFS Air bearings. I have it spooled up with 4lb Trilene XL. The rod is a Kuying Teton UL. For a $50 rod I am really impressed with it. It will throw a 1/16 inline very well, but my thumb is not yet up to up to it with how low I have to run the brakes to get good distance. For now I mostly use 1/8 inlines and spoons and with the brakes at 10 a slight flick of the wrist sends them both flying. For the most part I have only used it for white perch so I wanted to try and get a larger stocker trout with it this year to see how it did. For the last day or so I have been trying for stockers with it. I ran through maybe a dozen inline spinners, spoons, and micro cranks without a single trout and only two hits total. At dusk today I gave up and decided to tie on popper and see what my little rod could do.
That bass was maybe in the 1.5lb range at best, but it is by far the biggest fish I have caught on this combo. The rod was great, the top section was bent double keeping the pressure on and the backbone was way more powerful than I thought it was. I would have lost against any kind of cover, but for open water I feel totally confident with a fish at least a bit bigger then this guy.
A fish that size is fun on that rod. I have the 662L Teton and the last time I was out targeting stocker trout I got skunked and switched to 1/8 oz Pop R and caught a few bass that size on it. It's amazing how big those little fish feel on a little trout rod. It's a lot of fun.
rippin-lips reply :
Picked up a Destroyer X7 about a month ago. Wasn’t sure if I was going to keep it or not. However, I found a place for it though. Paired with a custom painted Zonda 68l that has some internal and external goodies.
Yumeya reply :
QUAKEnSHAKE reply :
Tatula Sv are going for good prices I like slower speeds for my paddle tails so got the 6.3.
rippin-lips reply :
On 11/20/2017 at 8:51 AM, QUAKEnSHAKE said:Tatula Sv are going for good prices I like slower speeds for my paddle tails so got the 6.3.
I have a set of Avail orange aluminum knob caps for those knobs. $13 shipped - Shoot me a message if you’d be interested.
QUAKEnSHAKE reply :
On 11/21/2017 at 12:00 AM, rippin-lips said:I have a set of Avail orange aluminum knob caps for those knobs. $13 shipped - Shoot me a message if you’d be interested.
No Thank You I like the stock knobs.
rippin-lips reply :
On 11/22/2017 at 3:26 AM, QUAKEnSHAKE said:No Thank You I like the stock knobs.
It’s the caps for the knobs. Knobs stay the same. I have a spare orange set.
Yumeya reply :
Smelter96 reply :
Mint Quantum Energy 770, this things a beaut! Sadly I have months before I can test it...
DomQ reply :
On 11/22/2017 at 3:58 AM, rippin-lips said:It’s the caps for the knobs. Knobs stay the same. I have a spare orange set.
Where'd you get them from
iabass8 reply :
On 11/30/2017 at 2:16 AM, DomQ said:Where'd you get them from
Hedgehog studio avail oval knob cap.
dam0007 reply :
On 11/28/2017 at 11:25 AM, Yumeya said:
What kind of rod is that?
iabass8 reply :
On 12/4/2017 at 11:39 AM, dam0007 said:What kind of rod is that?
A spinning rod
bigturtle reply :
On 12/4/2017 at 11:39 AM, dam0007 said:What kind of rod is that?
Megabass destroyer
Big-Bass reply :
Looks really nice! How do you like the Steez?
Yumeya reply :
Megabass Addermine, its become my favorite spinning rod.
The Steez pairs up perfect with it, even better then the Shimano Excense.
Love this combo....
burrows reply :
One of my favorite tools of the trade.
fishwizzard reply :
On 12/5/2017 at 7:33 AM, Yumeya said:
Here is a more boring question, what tackle sling and box are those? I have been using a flyfishing sling for bank beating for the last year and while I do like mine, a Fishpond Summit, there are some things I don't like about it and am always casually looking for something better. Some of the JDM tackle sites have interesting options, but they often only fit boxes smaller than a plano 3600, like the one you have there looks to be.
Big-Bass reply :
I have almost that exact Zodias/Ci4+ setup but I have a 2500 on mine.
Yumeya reply :
On 12/5/2017 at 9:16 AM, fishwizzard said:Here is a more boring question, what tackle sling and box are those? I have been using a flyfishing sling for bank beating for the last year and while I do like mine, a Fishpond Summit, there are some things I don't like about it and am always casually looking for something better. Some of the JDM tackle sites have interesting options, but they often only fit boxes smaller than a plano 3600, like the one you have there looks to be.
Its a simms headwaters sling, I don't think it would fit a 3600, I just use this for river fishing, all my other gear goes in my boat....
The boxes are from Japan, they are Meiho Versus.
fishwizzard reply :
On 12/6/2017 at 9:07 AM, Yumeya said:Its a simms headwaters sling, I don't think it would fit a 3600, I just use this for river fishing, all my other gear goes in my boat....
The boxes are from Japan, they are Meiho Versus.
Thanks! The sub-3500 planos have such crappy latches, but I love them for wading or when I want to beat the bank without a even the sling pack, just a little chest pack on my belt.
fishwizzard reply :
Finally got my swimbait combo going. Reel is a Ringa SSS with 6.8:1 gearing and a RCS1016 SV spool. Rod is a MB Hyuga 72H. The reel was a complete impulse buy, I had wanted a round reel for a while but was not ready to drop the money on a Lin or Monoblock. The ability to take 34mm spools pushed me over the top. I have discovered that it is sensitive to inductor length as the stock spool from a sv103 would rub ever so slightly, but the 1016 and 1012 spools both work great. I am really surprised at how comfortable the reel is to palm it is and I really feel like the spool sitting higher makes thumbing it a lot more precise. The rod I was waffling over for a while. I had bought an Irod Fred's MS in the spring to use for frogs and light swimbaits, but I ended up liking swimbaits more than frogs, and could never get used to both the long handle and overall length of the Irod. I came across the Hyuga and read some really good things about it, so I took the chance. After today I am in love with it. On the high end, it casts and works a BBz 50 Rat like a dream. It effortlessly lobs it out as far as I would ever need to cast it but I can still make short accurate casts with it as well. The rod tip just bends in a bit on a slow retrieve and if I crank it fast to work the rat 6-8" down the rod handles it great, the FMS felt like it was going to snap when I tried with it. On the low end, I fished a Little Creeper Sunfish on a 4/0 Beast hook and it will just launch that little guy. I felt like the sensitivity was pretty good, I could feel the riprap bottom and could feel it land when I made little hops. I have the reel spooled with 25lb mono, so I was not expecting much. At the end of the day I tied on a 1/2oz frog and the rod loaded and cast that well enough that I think I am going sell the FMS and try frogging with this combo.
The only thing left to do is get a longer handle for the reel, I can't decide if I want to keep the stock corks or go nuts and get a ZIP handle and knob set, like this guy but in purple.
Yumeya reply :
All taken apart and re-greased, super smooth
Quarry Man reply :
On 10/2/2017 at 8:31 AM, Mapfe said:Daiwa Zillion HLC 1514 & Shimano Chronarch G 151HG
I want to get both of those reels! let me know what you think of them!
Quarry Man reply :
On 5/30/2017 at 6:42 PM, offsidewing said:Alright, got a big fishing trip coming next week so I put new line on my baitcasters. Here's some pics!
Curado 70XG and Daiwa Arachnid 72MHXF
Daiwa Steez TW SV XS and St Croix Elite 70MF
Curado 70XG and St Croix Avid X 70MHF
Daiwa SV103 XS and Daiwa Arachnid 73HXG
Not pictured is my Crankbait set up of Curado 200i PG and Tournamant ZX 72MM
i know this is from a long time ago but any idea where i can find the arachnid rods? no longer sold on cabala's .com
fishballer06 reply :
GLX 853C JWR
iabass8 reply :
On 12/9/2017 at 7:02 AM, Quarry Man said:i know this is from a long time ago but any idea where i can find the arachnid rods? no longer sold on cabala's .com
It's a Cabela's housebrand rod....You can find what's left over on sale in a Cabela's store. When they are gone, they are gone. They were discontinued a while ago. Ours still has a few left.
18RangerZ520L reply :
2018 Rod & Reel arsenal....
(10) Shimano Aldebaran 50
(4) Shimano Calcutta 400D
(4) Shimano Exsence 3000
(1) Conquest 905C
(4) Conquest 904C
(4) Conquest 903C
(1) Conquest 842C
(4) Conquest 842S (2 not in pics)
(2) G. Loomis IMX Pro swimbait 966C (not in pics)
(1) G. Loomis IMX Pro swimbait 965C (not in pics)
(1) G. Loomis CBR 959C DD (not in pics)
fishballer06 reply :
On 12/12/2017 at 9:09 PM, 18RangerZ520L said:2018 Rod & Reel arsenal....
THE_Vue's reply :
Holy **** ballz my jaws just dropped
Angry John reply :
Well do you have stock in the company. Seems like you would get a dividend kickback.
Big-Bass reply :
Wow...I hope the Conquest rods work out well for you! That's truly diving in to a new product! Let us know how they fish.
18RangerZ520L reply :
On 12/13/2017 at 10:10 PM, Big-Bass said:Wow...I hope the Conquest rods work out well for you! That's truly diving in to a new product! Let us know how they fish.
They're working great! I did a review of them in the main rod/reel/line forum...
Big-Bass reply :
Cool...I will have to check that out. Best wishes with the new sticks!
Oklahoma Mike reply :
On 12/12/2017 at 10:24 PM, fishballer06 said:
LOL I don’t know that I’ve seen a more perfect use of a gif, ever.
dam0007 reply :
On 10/2/2017 at 8:31 AM, Mapfe said:Daiwa Zillion HLC 1514 & Shimano Chronarch G 151HG
Have that HLC too, love it!
Fried Lemons reply :
On 12/12/2017 at 9:09 PM, 18RangerZ520L said:2018 Rod & Reel arsenal....
(10) Shimano Aldebaran 50
(4) Shimano Calcutta 400D
(4) Shimano Exsence 3000
(1) Conquest 905C
(4) Conquest 904C
(4) Conquest 903C
(1) Conquest 842C
(4) Conquest 842S (2 not in pics)
(2) G. Loomis IMX Pro swimbait 966C (not in pics)
(1) G. Loomis IMX Pro swimbait 965C (not in pics)
(1) G. Loomis CBR 959C DD (not in pics)
How do you like those exsence spinners? I'm debating buying one to replace a stradic.
burrows reply :
On 12/12/2017 at 9:09 PM, 18RangerZ520L said:2018 Rod & Reel arsenal....
(10) Shimano Aldebaran 50
(4) Shimano Calcutta 400D
(4) Shimano Exsence 3000
(1) Conquest 905C
(4) Conquest 904C
(4) Conquest 903C
(1) Conquest 842C
(4) Conquest 842S (2 not in pics)
(2) G. Loomis IMX Pro swimbait 966C (not in pics)
(1) G. Loomis IMX Pro swimbait 965C (not in pics)
(1) G. Loomis CBR 959C DD (not in pics)
OMG!!!!!!
18RangerZ520L reply :
On 12/13/2017 at 6:39 AM, Angry John said:Well do you have stock in the company. Seems like you would get a dividend kickback.
Yeah, I wish... LOL
On 12/17/2017 at 11:28 AM, Fried Lemons said:How do you like those exsence spinners? I'm debating buying one to replace a stradic.
Love em'. I had 4 Sustain 2500's before them. You can't feel the gears at all, super smooth/crisp feeling. There isn't a back reel/anti-reverse lever, which I never used anyway. I've only been out on the water once with them, but did catch several in the 3lb-4lb class and one 5lb on the spinning combo. Drag handled great.
I almost went with Stella's, but I'm very happy with the Exsence 3000's. And I like the matte black finish on them, simple yet elegant looking. Feel one in person at your local shop and you'll end up getting one...LOL.
Columbia Craw reply :
I picked up a new Ballistic 3000 today. Happy birthday to me. It's going on my DX742SF. Come on Spring !!!!!
kroberts9 reply :
Ugh I want the 2500 to go on my tatula ags Feider neko rig rod I hope it has a paddle handle over the T handle
Columbia Craw reply :
On 12/20/2017 at 2:36 AM, kroberts9 said:Ugh I want the 2500 to go on my tatula ags Feider neko rig rod I hope it has a paddle handle over the T handle
My buddy is a steelhead guide and has six of these, all 2500 size. The 3000 body is like a 2500 series and I wanted the T style grip. It is very light to say the least. You know the 2500 size also come in a high speed retrieve version. I can't wait to fish it.
Scarborough817 reply :
Picked up some hedgehog parts for the tatula and t3 yesterday I think the colour conversion has begun
Big-Bass reply :
On 12/20/2017 at 2:46 AM, Columbia Craw said:
My buddy is a steelhead guide and has six of these, all 2500 size. The 3000 body is like a 2500 series and I wanted the T style grip. It is very light to say the least. You know the 2500 size also come in a high speed retrieve version. I can't wait to fish it.
Does he have the Ballistic EX or the LT?
Columbia Craw reply :
On 12/20/2017 at 9:32 AM, Big-Bass said:Does he have the Ballistic EX or the LT?
All LT's in the high speed ratio. John's baitcasters are all Zillion TW's.
Big-Bass reply :
On 12/20/2017 at 9:37 AM, Columbia Craw said:
All LT's in the high speed ratio. John's baitcasters are all Zillion TW's.
Good to hear the new reels are working on chromers! If they can handle fresh steel, then they can handle any bass in the country without a problem!
rippin-lips reply :
On 12/20/2017 at 7:41 AM, Scarborough817 said:Picked up some hedgehog parts for the tatula and t3 yesterday I think the colour conversion has begun
I have orange knob caps to fit that tatula if you’re interested. Can’t exactly tell if it’s gold or orange from the pic.
$13 shipped
Scarborough817 reply :
On 12/20/2017 at 12:58 PM, rippin-lips said:I have orange knob caps to fit that tatula if you’re interested. Can’t exactly tell if it’s gold or orange from the pic.
$13 shipped
thanks for the offer but i was going gold
kroberts9 reply :
I want the 6:2:1 ratio LT ballistic in the 2500 for sure. By March my new rig will be ready so pumped for it
burrows reply :
On 12/12/2017 at 9:09 PM, 18RangerZ520L said:2018 Rod & Reel arsenal....
(10) Shimano Aldebaran 50
(4) Shimano Calcutta 400D
(4) Shimano Exsence 3000
(1) Conquest 905C
(4) Conquest 904C
(4) Conquest 903C
(1) Conquest 842C
(4) Conquest 842S (2 not in pics)
(2) G. Loomis IMX Pro swimbait 966C (not in pics)
(1) G. Loomis IMX Pro swimbait 965C (not in pics)
(1) G. Loomis CBR 959C DD (not in pics)
OMG!!!!
Again!!!
Master Bait'r reply :
On 12/20/2017 at 10:48 PM, Burro said:OMG!!!!
Again!!!
It's pics like those that make me feel totally fine with all the cash I've spent on gear.
Brock_v reply :
I may be thriteen and cut grass half the summer to buy all these but that leaves the other half to fish
Baitcaster
7,3 medium heavy 13 envy - abu mgx- t rigs - 18lb sniper
7,3 heavy 13 envy - lews tournament pro- flipping/jigs in wood - 20lb sniper
6,6 medium shimano crucial - gen 2 revo stx - jerkbaits and squarebills - 12 sniper
7,0 medium heavy carbonlite - shimano curado 200xgk all purpose- 15lb invisx
7,1 heavy 13 envy - lews tournament lite - frog - 65lb power pro zero impact
7,11 heavy kistler klx - diawa tatula type r -punch - 65 power pro zero impact
7,11 medium heavy powell 3d max - shimano citica - deep crank- 12 sniper
8,0 x heavy dobyns fury - shimano cardiff 301- swimbaits/ musky - 25lb abrazx for swimbaits/ 65lb pp for muskys
6,10 medium- 13 - *** - gen 2 revo stx - senko/ squarebill - 15lb invisx
7,0 medium heavy- kistler mag 2 - shimano curado 200 kxg- walking baits/ buzz - 65lb power pro zero impact
7,0 heavy carbonlite - shimano chronarch mgl - swim jig - 17lb abrazx
7,6 medium heavy duckett micro magic - shimano citica - underspin - 15lb sniper
7,6 heavy team lews custom pro stick - lews hyper mag - gambler swimbaits over pads - 65lb power pro
spinning
7,1 medium 13 envy - 25 shimano stradic ci4 - drop shot and wacky - 15lb braid - 10lb flouro leader
7,3 medium 13 envy - 25 shimano nasci - tube - 30lb power pro - 15 flouro
7,3 medium heavy 13 envy - 25 quantum energy pt - shakey head - 20lb braid - 12lb flouro
just for your info i didn't pay retail for most of these rods
i got the envy's for $125
and most of my shimanos on sale
Master Bait'r reply :
On 12/20/2017 at 11:22 PM, Brock_v said:I may be thriteen and cut grass half the summer to buy all these but that leaves the other half to fish
Baitcaster
7,3 medium heavy 13 envy - abu mgx- t rigs - 18lb sniper
7,3 heavy 13 envy - lews tournament pro- flipping/jigs in wood - 20lb sniper
6,6 medium shimano crucial - gen 2 revo stx - jerkbaits and squarebills - 12 sniper
7,0 medium heavy carbonlite - shimano curado 200xgk all purpose- 15lb invisx
7,1 heavy 13 envy - lews tournament lite - frog - 65lb power pro zero impact
7,11 heavy kistler klx - diawa tatula type r -punch - 65 power pro zero impact
7,11 medium heavy powell 3d max - shimano citica - deep crank- 12 sniper
8,0 x heavy dobyns fury - shimano cardiff 301- swimbaits/ musky - 25lb abrazx for swimbaits/ 65lb pp for muskys
6,10 medium- 13 - *** - gen 2 revo stx - senko/ squarebill - 15lb invisx
7,0 medium heavy- kistler mag 2 - shimano curado 200 kxg- walking baits/ buzz - 65lb power pro zero impact
7,0 heavy carbonlite - shimano chronarch mgl - swim jig - 17lb abrazx
7,6 medium heavy duckett micro magic - shimano citica - underspin - 15lb sniper
7,6 heavy team lews custom pro stick - lews hyper mag - gambler swimbaits over pads - 65lb power pro
spinning
7,1 medium 13 envy - 25 shimano stradic ci4 - drop shot and wacky - 15lb braid - 10lb flouro leader
7,3 medium 13 envy - 25 shimano nasci - tube - 30lb power pro - 15 flouro
7,3 medium heavy 13 envy - 25 quantum energy pt - shakey head - 20lb braid - 12lb flouro
just for your info i didn't pay retail for most of these rods
i got the envy's for $125
and most of my shimanos on sale
This kid is going places.
Likely a homeless shelter, but still... Strong work!
fishballer06 reply :
On 12/20/2017 at 7:41 AM, Scarborough817 said:Picked up some hedgehog parts for the tatula and t3 yesterday I think the colour conversion has begun
Be careful. The Hedgehog website is a slippery slope. Soon you'll be blinging out every reel you own!
Big-Bass reply :
On 12/20/2017 at 11:22 PM, Brock_v said:I may be thriteen and cut grass half the summer to buy all these but that leaves the other half to fish
Baitcaster
7,3 medium heavy 13 envy - abu mgx- t rigs - 18lb sniper
7,3 heavy 13 envy - lews tournament pro- flipping/jigs in wood - 20lb sniper
6,6 medium shimano crucial - gen 2 revo stx - jerkbaits and squarebills - 12 sniper
7,0 medium heavy carbonlite - shimano curado 200xgk all purpose- 15lb invisx
7,1 heavy 13 envy - lews tournament lite - frog - 65lb power pro zero impact
7,11 heavy kistler klx - diawa tatula type r -punch - 65 power pro zero impact
7,11 medium heavy powell 3d max - shimano citica - deep crank- 12 sniper
8,0 x heavy dobyns fury - shimano cardiff 301- swimbaits/ musky - 25lb abrazx for swimbaits/ 65lb pp for muskys
6,10 medium- 13 - *** - gen 2 revo stx - senko/ squarebill - 15lb invisx
7,0 medium heavy- kistler mag 2 - shimano curado 200 kxg- walking baits/ buzz - 65lb power pro zero impact
7,0 heavy carbonlite - shimano chronarch mgl - swim jig - 17lb abrazx
7,6 medium heavy duckett micro magic - shimano citica - underspin - 15lb sniper
7,6 heavy team lews custom pro stick - lews hyper mag - gambler swimbaits over pads - 65lb power pro
spinning
7,1 medium 13 envy - 25 shimano stradic ci4 - drop shot and wacky - 15lb braid - 10lb flouro leader
7,3 medium 13 envy - 25 shimano nasci - tube - 30lb power pro - 15 flouro
7,3 medium heavy 13 envy - 25 quantum energy pt - shakey head - 20lb braid - 12lb flouro
just for your info i didn't pay retail for most of these rods
i got the envy's for $125
and most of my shimanos on sale
Way to work hard and earn what you buy! Best wishes on the water young man!
punch reply :
On 12/12/2017 at 9:09 PM, 18RangerZ520L said:2018 Rod & Reel arsenal....
(10) Shimano Aldebaran 50
(4) Shimano Calcutta 400D
(4) Shimano Exsence 3000
(1) Conquest 905C
(4) Conquest 904C
(4) Conquest 903C
(1) Conquest 842C
(4) Conquest 842S (2 not in pics)
(2) G. Loomis IMX Pro swimbait 966C (not in pics)
(1) G. Loomis IMX Pro swimbait 965C (not in pics)
(1) G. Loomis CBR 959C DD (not in pics)
Scarborough817 reply :
On 12/21/2017 at 12:20 AM, fishballer06 said:Be careful. The Hedgehog website is a slippery slope. Soon you'll be blinging out every reel you own!
I already have a list of what I want to do. So I think it happened already
Big-Bass reply :
I am getting an SV103XS on another site that is coming with a 100mm carbon handle and dress up parts...I am excited and scared! This could be the beginning of a nice relationship with Hedgehog! Hopefully so!
18RangerZ520L reply :
On 12/20/2017 at 10:48 PM, Burro said:OMG!!!!
Again!!!
On 12/20/2017 at 10:57 PM, Master Bait'r said:
It's pics like those that make me feel totally fine with all the cash I've spent on gear.
A pic of my rig will make you feel really fine then about spending money on gear! 
($75k / 2017 F250 Platinum & $86k / 2018 Ranger Z520L)
On 12/21/2017 at 3:58 AM, punch said:
Quarry Man reply :
On 12/20/2017 at 11:22 PM, Brock_v said:just for your info i didn't pay retail for most of these rods
i got the envy's for $125
and most of my shimanos on sale
Where did you get the envy for 125$?
RichF reply :
On 12/20/2017 at 11:22 PM, Brock_v said:I may be thriteen and cut grass half the summer to buy all these but that leaves the other half to fish
Baitcaster
7,3 medium heavy 13 envy - abu mgx- t rigs - 18lb sniper
7,3 heavy 13 envy - lews tournament pro- flipping/jigs in wood - 20lb sniper
6,6 medium shimano crucial - gen 2 revo stx - jerkbaits and squarebills - 12 sniper
7,0 medium heavy carbonlite - shimano curado 200xgk all purpose- 15lb invisx
7,1 heavy 13 envy - lews tournament lite - frog - 65lb power pro zero impact
7,11 heavy kistler klx - diawa tatula type r -punch - 65 power pro zero impact
7,11 medium heavy powell 3d max - shimano citica - deep crank- 12 sniper
8,0 x heavy dobyns fury - shimano cardiff 301- swimbaits/ musky - 25lb abrazx for swimbaits/ 65lb pp for muskys
6,10 medium- 13 - *** - gen 2 revo stx - senko/ squarebill - 15lb invisx
7,0 medium heavy- kistler mag 2 - shimano curado 200 kxg- walking baits/ buzz - 65lb power pro zero impact
7,0 heavy carbonlite - shimano chronarch mgl - swim jig - 17lb abrazx
7,6 medium heavy duckett micro magic - shimano citica - underspin - 15lb sniper
7,6 heavy team lews custom pro stick - lews hyper mag - gambler swimbaits over pads - 65lb power pro
spinning
7,1 medium 13 envy - 25 shimano stradic ci4 - drop shot and wacky - 15lb braid - 10lb flouro leader
7,3 medium 13 envy - 25 shimano nasci - tube - 30lb power pro - 15 flouro
7,3 medium heavy 13 envy - 25 quantum energy pt - shakey head - 20lb braid - 12lb flouro
just for your info i didn't pay retail for most of these rods
i got the envy's for $125
and most of my shimanos on sale
They must pay much more for mowing grass now than when I did it haha. Even when I worked 60+ hrs a week landscaping during summer break, in between college semesters, I still didn't make enough to buy all those toys. Milk it while you can dude!
On 12/21/2017 at 10:16 AM, 18RangerZ520L said:
A pic of my rig will make you feel really fine then about spending money on gear!
($75k / 2017 F250 Platinum & $86k / 2018 Ranger Z520L)
Are we gonna see you on one of those TV shows documenting the "financial irresponsibility" of lottery winners?? HA!
GaterB reply :
On 12/20/2017 at 11:22 PM, Brock_v said:I may be thriteen and cut grass half the summer to buy all these but that leaves the other half to fish
Baitcaster
7,3 medium heavy 13 envy - abu mgx- t rigs - 18lb sniper
7,3 heavy 13 envy - lews tournament pro- flipping/jigs in wood - 20lb sniper
6,6 medium shimano crucial - gen 2 revo stx - jerkbaits and squarebills - 12 sniper
7,0 medium heavy carbonlite - shimano curado 200xgk all purpose- 15lb invisx
7,1 heavy 13 envy - lews tournament lite - frog - 65lb power pro zero impact
7,11 heavy kistler klx - diawa tatula type r -punch - 65 power pro zero impact
7,11 medium heavy powell 3d max - shimano citica - deep crank- 12 sniper
8,0 x heavy dobyns fury - shimano cardiff 301- swimbaits/ musky - 25lb abrazx for swimbaits/ 65lb pp for muskys
6,10 medium- 13 - *** - gen 2 revo stx - senko/ squarebill - 15lb invisx
7,0 medium heavy- kistler mag 2 - shimano curado 200 kxg- walking baits/ buzz - 65lb power pro zero impact
7,0 heavy carbonlite - shimano chronarch mgl - swim jig - 17lb abrazx
7,6 medium heavy duckett micro magic - shimano citica - underspin - 15lb sniper
7,6 heavy team lews custom pro stick - lews hyper mag - gambler swimbaits over pads - 65lb power pro
spinning
7,1 medium 13 envy - 25 shimano stradic ci4 - drop shot and wacky - 15lb braid - 10lb flouro leader
7,3 medium 13 envy - 25 shimano nasci - tube - 30lb power pro - 15 flouro
7,3 medium heavy 13 envy - 25 quantum energy pt - shakey head - 20lb braid - 12lb flouro
just for your info i didn't pay retail for most of these rods
i got the envy's for $125
and most of my shimanos on sale
Save some of that cash for college, then you can fish for the school’s team and have sponsors help pay for your gear ????
rippin-lips reply :
Grabbed a Td-z to send off to paint. Even came with a bonus. Daiwa Works power handle from that era.
Big-Bass reply :
On 12/22/2017 at 7:04 AM, rippin-lips said:Grabbed a Td-z to send off to paint. Even came with a bonus. Daiwa Works power handle from that era.
Where did you find that deal? Who is doing your painting? Looks to be in pretty good shape still. PM with details. Thanks!
rippin-lips reply :
On 12/22/2017 at 10:28 AM, Big-Bass said:Where did you find that deal? Who is doing your painting? Looks to be in pretty good shape still. PM with details. Thanks!
On the yahoo auction site. It is in pretty good shape for its age. A guy I know paints.
18RangerZ520L reply :
On 12/22/2017 at 3:43 AM, RichF said:Are we gonna see you on one of those TV shows documenting the "financial irresponsibility" of lottery winners?? HA!
No sir!!!
I haven't won or inherited a dime! All from hard work and great money management!
Paid off my house back in 2012, been 100% debt free since... I was 31 years old back then and not too many that age own their home (and everything else) free and clear. I've also been dumping a ton into my retirement account since I was 23, hopefully I'll be able to retire a little early... I did the Dave Ramsey debt free "freedom" scream in 2012 it felt GREAT!!!!!!!
RichF reply :
On 12/22/2017 at 9:34 PM, 18RangerZ520L said:No sir!!!
I haven't won or inherited a dime! All from hard work and great money management!
Paid off my house back in 2012, been 100% debt free since...
That's incredibly impressive! Very few people that age are even saving for retirement! Well done.
Scarborough817 reply :
On 12/21/2017 at 9:08 AM, Big-Bass said:I am getting an SV103XS on another site that is coming with a 100mm carbon handle and dress up parts...I am excited and scared! This could be the beginning of a nice relationship with Hedgehog! Hopefully so!
that's awesome i have a ss sv 103sh that should be here soon enough, im hoping today (fingers crossed)
Big-Bass reply :
On 12/22/2017 at 11:04 PM, Scarborough817 said:that's awesome i have a ss sv 103sh that should be here soon enough, im hoping today (fingers crossed)
I have an SS SV103SH too that I like. I have a Steez spool in it and like it much more than the SV spool it came with (which was also a great spool). But the OG Zillion style SV103's are still my favorite reels.
Scarborough817 reply :
On 12/22/2017 at 11:40 PM, Big-Bass said:I have an SS SV103SH too that I like. I have a Steez spool in it and like it much more than the SV spool it came with (which was also a great spool). But the OG Zillion style SV103's are still my favorite reels.
that sounds awesome im hoping to pick up an sv spool for my t3 as well or maybe pickup a t3 sv at some point i just love the compact frame
Scarborough817 reply :
And not 20 minutes after I said that what shows up at the office a nice new reel from @npl_texas
Big-Bass reply :
On 12/23/2017 at 12:46 AM, Scarborough817 said:And not 20 minutes after I said that what shows up at the office a nice new reel from @npl_texas
Nice! Good luck with the new reel! Christmas came early for you at least for some of your gifts!
18RangerZ520L reply :
On 12/22/2017 at 10:43 PM, RichF said:That's incredibly impressive! Very few people that age are even saving for retirement! Well done.
Thanks man, appreciate it!
JG233 reply :
First baitcaster. Booyah! Can't wait for spring. Three months to go if we're lucky.
Big-Bass reply :
New Daiwa rod and reels...
Daiwa Ito/TD-Z 105H with SLP dress up parts, updated star drag, handle, and Steez SHA spool...
Daiwa Steez 67MH rod...(with SV103H that I had)
SV103XS with 100mm Carbon fiber handle, Steez knobs, Hedgehog parts (purple knob caps, nut, screw), Megabass IS73 spool. Hoping this will look nice on my new Megabass Orochi XX. And the above mentioned Ito/TD-Z hybrid reel.
fishwizzard reply :
On 12/27/2017 at 8:02 AM, Big-Bass said:New Daiwa rod and reels...
Daiwa Ito/TD-Z 105H with SLP dress up parts, updated star drag, handle, and Steez SHA spool...
Man, that looks sharp as hell.
Way north bass guy reply :
Got one of these beauties from Santa, perfect for one of my pitchin sticks. Looked so nice I ordered another one today!
DogBone_384 reply :
On 12/26/2017 at 3:14 AM, JG233 said:First baitcaster. Booyah! Can't wait for spring. Three months to go if we're lucky.
Congrats on your 1st BC ... once you get to know it, you’ll want to use spinning gear less, and less..... and less!
Is it the MH/M you were looking for? If so, I know a place you can get som nice SMB come ice out.
DogBone_384 reply :
On 12/21/2017 at 10:16 AM, 18RangerZ520L said:
A pic of my rig will make you feel really fine then about spending money on gear!
($75k / 2017 F250 Platinum & $86k / 2018 Ranger Z520L)
I built a 2000 square foot colonial 300 yards from the beach for less than your boat/truck..... I have no words. Enjoy your toys, AWESOME!
Yumeya reply :
On 12/12/2017 at 9:09 PM, 18RangerZ520L said:2018 Rod & Reel arsenal....
(10) Shimano Aldebaran 50
(4) Shimano Calcutta 400D
(4) Shimano Exsence 3000
(1) Conquest 905C
(4) Conquest 904C
(4) Conquest 903C
(1) Conquest 842C
(4) Conquest 842S (2 not in pics)
(2) G. Loomis IMX Pro swimbait 966C (not in pics)
(1) G. Loomis IMX Pro swimbait 965C (not in pics)
(1) G. Loomis CBR 959C DD (not in pics)
I thought I had a problem
HOLY SHIZ
18RangerZ520L reply :
On 12/27/2017 at 9:55 AM, DogBone_384 said:I built a 2000 square foot colonial 300 yards from the beach for less than your boat/truck..... I have no words. Enjoy your toys, AWESOME!
I will do the same thing when I reach retirement...
Except my house will be on a lake in the south! (Which ever lake is the "hottest" at that time for bass.... )
On 12/27/2017 at 3:33 PM, Yumeya said:I thought I had a problem
HOLY SHIZ
buzzed bait reply :
what a beauty combo! '15 Metanium DC with avail 90mm handle that i already had and Orochi XX spinnerbait special my wife bought me for Christmas! I'll be slinging spinnerbaits into the wind like it's my job come spring time!
Scarborough817 reply :
my gf wasn't able to keep a secret about my birthday present this year. she got an amazing deal on a rapala conecpt ti normally $399.99 for $104.99. looks like i now officially have a rod for jerkbaits and poppers, probably pair it up with my t3 ballistic. awesome surprise love that girl
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Big-Bass reply :
On 12/28/2017 at 12:23 AM, Scarborough817 said:my gf wasn't able to keep a secret about my birthday present this year. she got an amazing deal on a rapala conecpt ti normally $399.99 for $104.99. looks like i now officially have a rod for jerkbaits and poppers, probably pair it up with my t3 ballistic
Sweet! Too bad we don't get many of these Rapala rods here.
Scarborough817 reply :
On 12/28/2017 at 3:24 AM, Big-Bass said:Sweet! Too bad we don't get many of these Rapala rods here.
they're a canadian exclusive which we really dont get many of but im really happy about this one
Big-Bass reply :
Better outdoor lighting on the reels that arrived yesterday (and the Steez rod which I picked up yesterday for a great deal!) It's currently 13 degrees here with a -4 wind chill! I can't wait to fish these two outfits when the warmer weather rolls around!
Arobb2012 reply :
Shimano Casitas on a St Croix premier 7 ft medium fast. Can'twait for the snow to go away now.
Quarry Man reply :
On 1/3/2018 at 6:06 AM, Arobb2012 said:Shimano Casitas on a St Croix premier 7 ft medium fast. Can'twait for the snow to go away now.
Do you live near Miami University of Ohio?
illinifan4152 reply :
It’s that time of year to start putting stuff away here where I’m at. Snows on the ground and the lakes are starting to freeze if not already frozen. Firgured I would take a pic of my pitchin setups. Pair of MB Orochi XX Perfect pitch rods with a JDream and a SV103xs. Awesome setups. Highly reccomended.
Arobb2012 reply :
On 1/3/2018 at 7:33 AM, Quarry Man said:Do you live near Miami University of Ohio?
It's a little over an hour away from me.
Quarry Man reply :
On 1/3/2018 at 9:24 AM, Arobb2012 said:It's a little over an hour away from me.
Ok, If you were closer, or East of it, I was going to ask if you wanted to fish sometime, because I am planning a visit next spring...
Arobb2012 reply :
On 1/3/2018 at 9:44 AM, Quarry Man said:Ok, If you were closer, or East of it, I was going to ask if you wanted to fish sometime, because I am planning a visit next spring...
I don't go to far East for fishing. Let me know if your in the Dayton area that's my main stomping grounds.
Quarry Man reply :
On 1/3/2018 at 10:23 AM, Arobb2012 said:I don't go to far East for fishing. Let me know if your in the Dayton area that's my main stomping grounds.
Will do!
dam0007 reply :
The 2, 2500 Tats should be here in a few days.
iabass8 reply :
Been playing dress up to a few reels. Blue TD-Z Type R+ has been a chore. Drive shaft threads for the nut are stripped and the availability of them is non existent. Ruined anyway, I decided to see if I could mill it down and tap it to accept a Steez bolt that what comes on the Steez LTD, Steez SV TW, etc. Got er' first try. (after using 3 different bits...finally figured out the threads) . Now I just need to find a blue steez nut and a nicer handle.
rippin-lips reply :
Been playing a bit also. I just had 40 thousandths milled off the stock SV103 inductor to shorten it up. Hopefully it frees up the spool a little bit from being so over braked. Same spool as the Steez sv103 minus being made of G1.
Angry John reply :
On 1/6/2018 at 8:37 AM, rippin-lips said:Been playing a bit also. I just had 40 thousandths milled off the stock SV103 inductor to shorten it up. Hopefully it frees up the spool a little bit from being so over braked. Same spool as the Steez sv103 minus being made of G1.
So your best friend is a machinist or you have a great job. Changing the spring did not get it done???
rippin-lips reply :
On 1/6/2018 at 9:22 AM, Angry John said:So your best friend is a machinist or you have a great job.
I have a good friend with a mill,tig welder, and a lathe. He likes to make stuff lol. The spring swap does help but the longer inductor just slows the spool down too much for me. Hoping the removal of some material helps that out. By theory it should. Not as much of the inductor will be in the magnetic field so it won’t be as braked. Didn’t know how much to take off though. I used the zillion sv tw inductor as the baseline since that spool performs great in that reel. No harm done if it doesn’t work out.
Angry John reply :
I figured you tried to match something that worked well good to know what your refrence was. Talking my dad into a handle mod to steez screw mod. Will see how that works out.
JBradley500 reply :
Since this is my favorite thread on this forum, I probably should add to it when the chance arises. My new frog setup, thanks to Christmas gift cards.
burrows reply :
On 1/7/2018 at 4:14 AM, JBradley500 said:Since this is my favorite thread on this forum, I probably should add to it when the chance arises. My new frog setup, thanks to Christmas gift cards.
Niiiiice
iabass8 reply :
On 1/6/2018 at 9:35 AM, Angry John said:I figured you tried to match something that worked well good to know what your refrence was. Talking my dad into a handle mod to steez screw mod. Will see how that works out.
It's actually very simple. I did my TD-Z /w a bench vise, dremel and a corded power drill. Drive shaft was surprisingly soft. Hardest part was stopping 4313534 times making sure I was dead center. Now that I know how to do it, I'll be using the father in laws bench vise and drill.
evilcatfish reply :
Decided the FMJ needed a different reel, new Tatula SV outfitted with a RCS carbon handle and SLP knobs. I think the neon green really pops. Now for tuning and Bocas...
rippin-lips reply :
On 1/9/2018 at 3:43 AM, evilcatfish said:Decided the FMJ needed a different reel, new Tatula SV outfitted with a RCS carbon handle and SLP knobs. I think the neon green really pops. Now for tuning and Bocas...
Skip the bocas and spend $5 more for Zpi Sic from Tackle Trap.
evilcatfish reply :
On 1/9/2018 at 5:43 AM, rippin-lips said:Skip the bocas and spend $5 more for Zpi Sic from Tackle Trap.
Maybe I'll have o do that, never tried ZPIs before
rippin-lips reply :
On 1/9/2018 at 6:00 AM, evilcatfish said:Maybe I'll have o do that, never tried ZPIs before
I used to run bocas but there are better options for not much more money. A lot quieter and a much better quality bearing overall.
Zpi Sic
YT Fusion
HH air hd
dam0007 reply :
Not a rod or reel. BUT! Lol
i know now some of you know I love DTs. I swear I didn’t even know I had this. Lol the packaging is banged up but it’s mint! Green Tiger
iabass8 reply :
Steez SV TW A on an Diablo Spec R
Dirtyeggroll reply :
The winter months have given me some time to put together somewhat of an arsenal.
From left to right with what I primarily plan to throw with them:
BPS Pro Qualifier Rod 7' MH/F - BPS Tournament Series TS10HA Reel 6.3:1 // Versatile
Cabela's Tournament ZX Topwater/Jerkbait 6'9" M/F - BPS Pro Qualifier 6.4:1 // Walking baits and Jerkbaits
Abu Garcia Veritas 2.0 Micro Guide 6'9 MH/F "- BPS Pro Qualifier 6.4:1 // T-Rigs and worms
Berkley Pro Signature 7' MH/F - BPS Pro Qualifier 2 7.5:1 // Buzzbaits
Abu Garcia Veritas 2.0 7' H/F - KastKing Speed Demon 9.3:1 // Punching and Heavy jigs
Dobyn's Champion 705CB 7' MH/MF - Shimano Curado K 6.2:1 // Squarebill
Daiwa Aird 7' H/F - Daiwa Tatula SV 8.1:1 // Frog
Cabela's Tournament ZX Crankshaft 7'10" H/F - Daiwa Tatula SV 7.3:1 // Whopper Plopper 130 and Big Swim baits
Cabela's Tournament ZX Crankshaft 7'5" MH/F - Abu Garcia Orra Winch 5.2:1 // Medium and Deep Crank (DD22)
Daiwa Tatula 6'10" MH/F - Daiwa Tatula SV 8.1:1 // Skipping jigs
Cabela's Tournament ZX Crankshaft 7 M/F - Shimano Citica 7.2:1 // Spinnerbaits, chatterbaits and swim jigs
Shimano 5'9" M/F - Pflueger President 6930 // Skipping light baits (Wacky rigs)
Fenwick 7' M/F - Pflueger President LE 6935 // Dropshot
Pflueger President 6'6 M/L - Pflueger President LE 6935 // Ned rig
Stalking bass reply :
On 1/23/2018 at 4:40 AM, iabass8 said:
Steez SV TW A on an Diablo Spec R
That's gotta be a killer setup. I ordered the 7'9"flipping rod all I can say is wow. I paired mine with a tatula sv tws. I wish I would have bought every model orochi xx they made
dam0007 reply :
JDM 5.5:1 lefty Zillion SVs got some bearing upgrades and RCS knobs ????
rippin-lips reply :
On 1/23/2018 at 6:54 PM, Stalking bass said:That's gotta be a killer setup. I ordered the 7'9"flipping rod all I can say is wow. I paired mine with a tatula sv tws. I wish I would have bought every model orochi xx they made
I have about half of them. All the must haves anyhow. Make me an offer on the lot.
Jerkbait special
spinnerbait special
diablo spec r
perfect pitch
extreme mission
ronin - spinning
Big-Bass reply :
SS SV 103SH with Steez 103SHA spool
TD-Ito 103M (1 of 2 NIB)
J-Dream 7.9
Ian Tuned Morrum 5600C with TD-Z A.O.I. handle and Ringa knobs
Daiwa 50th with matching handle and OG Daiwa corks (just got recently from a member on here!)
Stalking bass reply :
On 1/25/2018 at 2:26 AM, rippin-lips said:I have about half of them. All the must haves anyhow. Make me an offer on the lot.
Jerkbait special
spinnerbait special
diablo spec r
perfect pitch
extreme mission
ronin - spinning
I would have in a heartbeat but yesterday I ordered the usa models the valdavia and the warhammer.
Master Bait'r reply :
On 1/25/2018 at 2:26 AM, rippin-lips said:I have about half of them. All the must haves anyhow. Make me an offer on the lot.
Jerkbait special
spinnerbait special
diablo spec r
perfect pitch
extreme mission
ronin - spinning
Man I love my perfect pitch. Makes me list for a leviathan. So upset I missed them for $200 at TW’s clearance
rippin-lips reply :
On 1/25/2018 at 10:15 AM, Master Bait'r said:
Man I love my perfect pitch. Makes me list for a leviathan. So upset I missed them for $200 at TW’s clearance
I bought a 2nd spinnerbait special I like it so much. At sale price I couldn’t say no.
Zibass reply :
I use spinning gears only so far. But have some casting sets ready.
Master Bait'r reply :
On 1/25/2018 at 11:22 AM, rippin-lips said:I bought a 2nd spinnerbait special I like it so much. At sale price I couldn’t say no.
Easily my favorite rod series so far. If you ever see a leviathan for sale at a decent price please let me know
Big-Bass reply :
On 1/25/2018 at 12:52 PM, Zibass said:I use spinning gears only so far. But have some casting sets ready.
Those setups are your entry in casting gear?????? Wow...sweet!
Scarborough817 reply :
got my rapala concept ti which i paired with my t3 ballistic so stoked to throw jerkbaits on this thing.
i also got a few colour parts from a fellow member so my tatula has gotten a bit of an upgrade
evilcatfish reply :
On 1/9/2018 at 5:43 AM, rippin-lips said:Skip the bocas and spend $5 more for Zpi Sic from Tackle Trap.
Alright, giving the ZPIs a go in the Tat and an SV 105
rippin-lips reply :
On 1/27/2018 at 12:23 AM, evilcatfish said:Alright, giving the ZPIs a go in the Tat and an SV 105
I think you should really enjoy them. They come pre lubed and are very quiet.
dam0007 reply :
This just happened! OMG these combos are light!
Scarborough817 reply :
On 1/28/2018 at 3:25 AM, dam0007 said:This just happened! OMG these combos are light!
those are beautiful
Big-Bass reply :
Ordered one earlier today! Looking forward to the SS Tatula!
dam0007 reply :
On 1/28/2018 at 1:48 PM, Big-Bass said:Ordered one earlier today! Looking forward to the SS Tatula!
youll Love it
punch reply :
On 1/28/2018 at 1:48 PM, Big-Bass said:Ordered one earlier today! Looking forward to the SS Tatula!
Who has them?!
Redlinerobert reply :
Found this antique oak tool chest. Makes a great display case for some of my reels and lures.
fishwizzard reply :
That thing is gorgeous!
Redlinerobert reply :
Thanks! I wish it was bigger. I could fill a few of them.
.ghoti. reply :
Ronert, would that be an old Gerstner tool chest? Always wanted one of those.
PatrickKnight reply :
On 1/31/2018 at 10:29 AM, .ghoti. said:Ronert, would that be an old Gerstner tool chest? Always wanted one of those.
I live 15 minutes from them in Dayton. They make some amazing products.
dam0007 reply :
On 1/29/2018 at 11:49 PM, punch said:
Who has them?!
Tackle Trap
XzyluM reply :
On 2/1/2018 at 3:42 AM, dam0007 said:Tackle Trap
That place seems to be awesome. I was looking for a Hedgehog tool that was in stock so I wouldn't have to order one from Japan and came across them. Placed order yesterday around noon for the tool and some alchemy oil I decided to try. It's already an hour away at the sorting facility and should be here in the morning. I'll be using them in the future for sure.
rippin-lips reply :
On 2/1/2018 at 3:47 AM, XzyluM said:That place seems to be awesome. I was looking for a Hedgehog tool that was in stock so I wouldn't have to order one from Japan and came across them. Placed order yesterday around noon for the tool and some alchemy oil I decided to try. It's already an hour away at the sorting facility and should be here in the morning. I'll be using them in the future for sure.
They are the best in the business. A one stop shop for all your needs. Authorized service center for Daiwa and Shimano plus carry a large assortment of high end gear. Their reel tech/tuner is a friend of mine and his work is top notch.
dam0007 reply :
On 2/1/2018 at 4:16 AM, rippin-lips said:They are the best in the business. A one stop shop for all your needs. Authorized service center for Daiwa and Shimano plus carry a large assortment of high end gear. Their reel tech/tuner is a friend of mine and his work is top notch.
They are great! Deal with Brian most of the time, he always comes through!
Redlinerobert reply :
On 1/31/2018 at 10:29 AM, .ghoti. said:Ronert, would that be an old Gerstner tool chest? Always wanted one of those.
I believe it is. It's missing the front cover, which doesn't matter much for my use.
Rook reply :
You can get these wooden tool boxes at Harbor Freight for $74.99.
wet_dream reply :
It’s a below freezing Saturday in NJ and my new set-up just got delivered. I can’t even test cast it at my local pond because it’s likely frozen over.
Steez SV TW on a GLX MBR842c
(Thanks @Cyacnba for the beautiful reel!)
I can’t stop playing with it, and I’m stuck in the house watching Netflix...
fishwizzard reply :
Very nice!
I have a GLX MBR783c and I am slowly talking myself into picking up one of those reels for it.
wet_dream reply :
On 2/4/2018 at 11:56 AM, fishwizzard said:Very nice!
I have a GLX MBR783c and I am slowly talking myself into picking up one of those reels for it.
Thanks! I’ve read nothing but great reviews. Spring can’t come soon enough.
Yumeya reply :
On 2/4/2018 at 4:45 AM, wet_dream said:
I can’t stop playing with it, and I’m stuck in the house watching Netflix...
Don't play with it to much or you could go blind
I have the GLX 842 and is awesome, works excellent for smaller jerkbaits and spybaits.
rippin-lips reply :
I’ve been looking for a nice jdm 2pc rod to keep in the trunk off and on for a bit now. After being told about Olympic graphite leader (who produces their own blanks and also makes some high end golf club shafts) from an online buddy who is constantly on the search for the best blank money can buy... I pulled the trigger on the veloce rv 6’9 mh/f. Build quality is great and the rod is light at 3.5 ounces. Won’t be able to test on the water sensitivity until spring but it feels nice and crisp, and for what they cost should perform just fine.
Florida Cracker2 reply :
Here's most of my spinners. I have a few more in boxes scattered around. These are all ready to fish and I keep them exercised. I'll take some baitcaster and deep sea setup pics and post.
kroberts9 reply :
Here she is ready to go
7'6 Seth Feider neko/hair jig Elite AGS
Tatula LT 2500 spooled with 10lb red spectra braid. It Is so light maybe 9oz total weight
Wish we could do more pics lol
Big-Bass reply :
On 2/17/2018 at 11:33 AM, kroberts9 said:Here she is ready to go
7'6 Seth Feider neko/hair jig Elite AGS
Tatula LT 2500 spooled with 10lb red spectra braid. It Is so light maybe 9oz total weight
Wish we could do more pics lol
Very nice! Enjoy!
PatrickKnight reply :
On 2/17/2018 at 11:33 AM, kroberts9 said:Here she is ready to go
7'6 Seth Feider neko/hair jig Elite AGS
Tatula LT 2500 spooled with 10lb red spectra braid. It Is so light maybe 9oz total weight
Wish we could do more pics lol
Would you say these line capacity ratings are correct or is the standard 8/170 for a Daiwa 2500 more accurate?
MONO: 8/240, 10/210
Going off the Daiwa website the 2000 size at 6/220 is more in line with the standard line capacity of a Daiwa 2500. They have the 3000 listed at 8/160 so I am wondering if they have the line capacities of the 2500 and 3000 backwards on the website.
Tackle warehouse also has the same listings.
kroberts9 reply :
On 2/17/2018 at 10:01 PM, PatrickKnight said:Would you say these line capacity ratings are correct or is the standard 8/170 for a Daiwa 2500 more accurate?
MONO: 8/240, 10/210
Going off the Daiwa website the 2000 size at 6/220 is more in line with the standard line capacity of a Daiwa 2500. They have the 3000 listed at 8/160 so I am wondering if they have the line capacities of the 2500 and 3000 backwards on the website.
Tackle warehouse also has the same listings.
I spooled with 10lb spectra braid and the spool was 90%full and I still have about 50yrds left out of my 150yrd spool. So I would say there like capacity is off
Big-Bass reply :
With the LT series, the capacities have increased in the same reels from previous Daiwa offerings while the frame has been made smaller. The 3000 C has more of an accurate line capacity versus the D in the 2500 or 3000. The Tatula reels are great reels all across the board!
PatrickKnight reply :
On 2/18/2018 at 7:59 AM, Big-Bass said:With the LT series, the capacities have increased in the same reels from previous Daiwa offerings while the frame has been made smaller. The 3000 C has more of an accurate line capacity versus the D in the 2500 or 3000. The Tatula reels are great reels all across the board!
So for example I have a BG 2500 and a Stradic FK 3000 would a Tatula LT 2500 give me a frame size close to those two?
I want to try one of those reels but none of my local shops carry them so I will have to try it sight unseen which makes me nervous and almost makes me just want to go with a Stradic Ci4 2500.
Big-Bass reply :
BG 2500 would be bigger, as would the Stradic. The new Tatula and all the LT reels are quite compact. More like an older 2000 sized Daiwa with the capacity of the older 3000s.
Realistically, I have a Stradic 2500 Ci4+ and am blown away by the Tatula LT reels.
kroberts9 reply :
Agree the new LT is amazing small and so freakin light. I have a new ci4 as well and I'm thinking of selling it for a tatula
PatrickKnight reply :
Thanks for clearing that up guys!!
Tatula LT back on the radar.
Big-Bass reply :
GET THE TATULA LT STERLING EDITION BEFORE THEY SELL OUT!
Florida Cracker2 reply :
On 1/28/2018 at 3:25 AM, dam0007 said:This just happened! OMG these combos are light!
They look like they should be in a display case or above the mantle instead of fishing. Very sharp looking.
fvogel67 reply :
My first Diawa
PatrickKnight reply :
On 2/25/2018 at 12:23 PM, fvogel67 said:My first Diawa
Cant go wrong with a BG, I think they scare GMR smallies onto the shore!
fvogel67 reply :
On 2/25/2018 at 7:15 PM, PatrickKnight said:Cant go wrong with a BG, I think they scare GMR smallies onto the shore!
Your posts about the BG convinced me to buy one.
I knew a fellow GMR guy wouldn't steer me wrong.
Tight Lines
.
chubaka reply :
Antares DC with the Diablo Spec-R
Angry John reply :
Tax return setup. Mb white python and ryoga 1016. Need to get it strung up and tested.
PatrickKnight reply :
I seriously have a love hate relationship with these things. Its like a crazy ex that you just keep calling back. Buy, fish, sell, then regret selling. I had 2x of the FA's that just didn't feel "right" I am hoping the FB is different but time will tell. For now its sitting on my light weight jig set up (Cajun Custom Rods Trigger).
The Bassman reply :
On 3/4/2018 at 3:41 AM, PatrickKnight said:I seriously have a love hate relationship with these things. Its like a crazy ex that you just keep calling back. Buy, fish, sell, then regret selling. I had 2x of the FA's that just didn't feel "right" I am hoping the FB is different but time will tell. For now its sitting on my light weight jig set up (Cajun Custom Rods Trigger).
Makes for a handy mirror, too.
burrows reply :
On 3/4/2018 at 3:41 AM, PatrickKnight said:
How’s the balance so far?
PatrickKnight reply :
On 3/4/2018 at 6:05 AM, Burro said:
Completely perfect. Balances tip up 1" in front of the reel stem.
Big-Bass reply :
St. Croix Legend Xtreme LXS70MF
Daiwa Tatula LT SS (Sterling Silver) 3000-CXH Limited Edition
conceptmachine reply :
some of my combos.
still need to find a new rod for the Met, going on 2 years now.
Angry John reply :
On 3/6/2018 at 11:57 AM, conceptmachine said:some of my combos.
still need to find a new rod for the Met, going on 2 years now.
But that trail 90 though. Can we get a pic of that
conceptmachine reply :
Haha, the blue one is a SL70ko and the orange and black is a XL70ko. I do have pics but don't wanna clog the thread. I'll post in other someday. I have 12 different minis 70s and 50s.
Scrapiron reply :
New to me, haven't put either on the water, yet. The Exsense replaces a Stradic Ci4+ FB (which holds it's own).
G.Loomis NRX 852s and Shimano Exsense Ci4+ C3000HGM
MDbassin reply :
kroberts9 reply :
On 3/6/2018 at 11:57 AM, conceptmachine said:some of my combos.
still need to find a new rod for the Met, going on 2 years now.
I think a sweet daiwa AGS will do the trick.
conceptmachine reply :
Thanks for the recommendation Kroberts9, I'll make it happen. probably do this - STZ721MHRB-AGS I've held a couple at PBS...they are nice.
kickerfish1 reply :
On 3/7/2018 at 3:14 AM, MDbassin said:
I love the photo idea with the 'fan' look! Why not show some more skin? This is a PG-13ish forum, we can handle seeing the reels without their 'clothes' on
On 3/1/2018 at 9:58 AM, chubaka said:Antares DC with the Diablo Spec-R
Nice wood! I mean check out that shiny new outfit!
FrankN209 reply :
My 2018 setups. What is yours?
MDbassin reply :
On 3/8/2018 at 8:08 AM, kickerfish1 said:I love the photo idea with the 'fan' look! Why not show some more skin? This is a PG-13ish forum, we can handle seeing the reels without their 'clothes' on
Ok here's the unrated version. ????
2 Shimano Curado I
2 Shimano Chronarch MGL
2 Daiwa Tatula ct
2 Lews Tournament Pro G
1 Shimano Curado K
Shimano Stradic CI4+
Shimano Nasci
Not pictured: 1 Lews Custom....She is sick right now lol
MountainMan83 reply :
Just received my brand new 7'0" m cronos casting rod at a great deal. This rod looks and feels amazing. Build quality is great. Throwing my sv105 on it, which I've been tinkering with the last few months since I've had it. Was sitting on a 7'0" m Carbonlite rod, which I really enjoyed. I know I'm going to like this new combo a lot.
Big-Bass reply :
On 3/15/2018 at 10:43 AM, MountainMan83 said:Just received my brand new 7'0" m cronos casting rod at a great deal. This rod looks and feels amazing. Build quality is great. Throwing my sv105 on it, which I've been tinkering with the last few months since I've had it. Was sitting on a 7'0" m Carbonlite rod, which I really enjoyed. I know I'm going to like this new combo a lot.
Looks great!
PatrickKnight reply :
When your new Ci4 has a bad bearing but the forum pushes you in a different direction. Its not as free spinning as a Stradic (the sealing is much better at the handle and main shaft on this one) but when you turn the handle you can feel everything just matches up better.
burrows reply :
On 3/19/2018 at 12:25 AM, PatrickKnight said:When your new Ci4 has a bad bearing but the forum pushes you in a different direction. Its not as free spinning as a Stradic (the sealing is much better at the handle and main shaft on this one) but when you turn the handle you can feel everything just matches up better.
Well done
Loomis13 reply :
Figured I have been around here long enough I might as well show you what Im working with! Only thing missing is a Curado K I pick up from work on Tuesday! Mostly spinning stuff as Im a walleye/crappie guy first as we tend to fish out of my dads boat and he doesn't get too much kick out of the bass fishing. But I love talking equipment and learning so I ended up on bassresource!
Big-Bass reply :
On 3/19/2018 at 12:25 AM, PatrickKnight said:When your new Ci4 has a bad bearing but the forum pushes you in a different direction. Its not as free spinning as a Stradic (the sealing is much better at the handle and main shaft on this one) but when you turn the handle you can feel everything just matches up better.
This was a good decision! You'll love the reel! And for what you got it for, you got a STEAL!
burrows reply :
New arsenal for 2018 covered all my basis frog rod cranking rod jerk bait plastics bit pricey but it’s worth it
Got it from Japan
georgeyew reply :
On 3/19/2018 at 11:24 AM, Burros said:New arsenal for 2018 covered all my basis frog rod cranking rod jerk bait plastics bit pricey but it’s worth it
Got it from Japan
Funny....which one is the Frog Rod?
burrows reply :
On 3/21/2018 at 12:20 PM, georgeyew said:Funny....which one is the Frog Rod?
It’s the mag heavy on the side with 60 pound braid .)
JoshFromBolo reply :
On 3/19/2018 at 11:24 AM, Burros said:New arsenal for 2018 covered all my basis frog rod cranking rod jerk bait plastics bit pricey but it’s worth it
Got it from Japan
This had me on the floor LOL
18RangerZ520L reply :
Traded in my (4) Exsence 3000's for (4) new Stella 3000 FJ's this week and wow.... They're like a Rolex, can't feel a single gear and smooth as butter!
Just got to spool up 8lb Tatsu on them and they'll be ready to be broke in up north this spring on some smallies...
roadwarrior reply :
OMG!
Beautiful!
lmbfisherman reply :
On 3/24/2018 at 10:34 AM, 18RangerZ520L said:Traded in my (4) Exsence 3000's for (4) new Stella 3000 FJ's this week and wow.... They're like a Rolex, can't feel a single gear and smooth as butter!
Just got to spool up 8lb Tatsu on them and they'll be ready to be broke in up north this spring on some smallies...
Awesome! Collection!
punch reply :
On 3/24/2018 at 10:34 AM, 18RangerZ520L said:Traded in my (4) Exsence 3000's for (4) new Stella 3000 FJ's this week and wow.... They're like a Rolex, can't feel a single gear and smooth as butter!
Just got to spool up 8lb Tatsu on them and they'll be ready to be broke in up north this spring on some smallies...
Only got 4 of them?! I'm disappointed.
Yumeya reply :
18RangerZ520L why did you trade in the Exsence reels?
KP Duty reply :
On 3/26/2018 at 5:31 AM, Yumeya said:18RangerZ520L why did you trade in the Exsence reels?
I figure he has a prostaff deal based on his conquest post, so if you can get them at a good price....why not?
fishwizzard reply :
I think I just got a smoking deal on ebay. Found an Loomis CR723 GLX misslabled as a GL3, with a reel for $300. I emailed the seller and they confirmed it was a GLX, so I jumped on it. I have an IMX version of that rod and love it, so I am pumped to be able to upgrade to the GLX version.
However, I cannot figure out what reel I am getting, it looks like either a Luna or a Millionaire, but not exacty either. Anyone have an idea what it is?
FrankN209 reply :
On 3/27/2018 at 11:09 PM, fishwizzard said:I think I just got a smoking deal on ebay. Found an Loomis CR723 GLX misslabled as a GL3, with a reel for $300. I emailed the seller and they confirmed it was a GLX, so I jumped on it. I have an IMX version of that rod and love it, so I am pumped to be able to upgrade to the GLX version.
However, I cannot figure out what reel I am getting, it looks like either a Luna or a Millionaire, but not exacty either. Anyone have an idea what it is?
Daiwa Millionaire 253A. That's what the side plate says.
Big-Bass reply :
On 3/27/2018 at 11:09 PM, fishwizzard said:I think I just got a smoking deal on ebay. Found an Loomis CR723 GLX misslabled as a GL3, with a reel for $300. I emailed the seller and they confirmed it was a GLX, so I jumped on it. I have an IMX version of that rod and love it, so I am pumped to be able to upgrade to the GLX version.
However, I cannot figure out what reel I am getting, it looks like either a Luna or a Millionaire, but not exacty either. Anyone have an idea what it is?
Yep...you got a good deal! Those CVZ reels go for about $150 in that shape (maybe a little more) and the GLX is older with the Wiebe reel seat. That's a nice setup but the reel may be a little wide and large for that rod.
fishwizzard reply :
On 3/27/2018 at 11:24 PM, FrankN209 said:Daiwa Millionaire 253A. That's what the side plate says.
Hah, for some reason when I was looking at the pictures on my phone I couldn’t see that the reel was two-tone, it was incredibly obvious when I opened the pictures on a computer.
On 3/28/2018 at 2:30 AM, Big-Bass said:Yep...you got a good deal! Those CVZ reels go for about $150 in that shape (maybe a little more) and the GLX is older with the Wiebe reel seat. That's a nice setup but the reel may be a little wide and large for that rod.
Yea, I’m pretty excited! I don’t think I have a use for the real, so I’ll probably sell it. If I can get 150 bucks for it then the rod becomes an incredible deal. As I said, I love the IMX version of the rod and I’m really excited to be able to fish it head to head with the GLX version.
rippin-lips reply :
The reel is worth about $100 these days. Possibly up to $125 if it’s in really good condition and the buyer doesn’t care if it has a box and documents or not. Still not a bad deal on the rod if you are able to sell the reel for $100.
fishwizzard reply :
Yea, I have been looking around a bit and they don't seem to have much of a following. I have found very very little info about them.
Big-Bass reply :
If you look at CV-Z 103 JDM and other varieties of the JDM (105, 203, 205), they used to be quite popular. In fact, many versions of the 103 have been made including the M-Ito, Ringa, Light, Bay Special, etc.
ratherbfishin1 reply :
On 3/27/2018 at 11:09 PM, fishwizzard said:However, I cannot figure out what reel I am getting, it looks like either a Luna or a Millionaire, but not exacty either. Anyone have an idea what it is?
It's clearly a shakespeare reel. The guy bought such an expensive rod that's all he could afford for the reel. JK that is a killer deal you found on that combo!
Big-Bass reply :
This classic showed up today and it came with the ZPI GP-R spool!
18RangerZ520L reply :
On 3/24/2018 at 8:22 PM, roadwarrior said:OMG!
Beautiful!
On 3/25/2018 at 6:45 AM, lmbfisherman said:Awesome! Collection!
Thanks.
On 3/25/2018 at 6:52 AM, punch said:Only got 4 of them?! I'm disappointed.
On 3/26/2018 at 5:31 AM, Yumeya said:18RangerZ520L why did you trade in the Exsence reels?
I just wanted "the best", that's it... Nothing at all wrong with the Exsence's.
On 3/27/2018 at 7:23 PM, KP Duty said:I figure he has a prostaff deal based on his conquest post, so if you can get them at a good price....why not?
No sir, not a pro-staffer. Wish I was, I could have gotten them even cheaper...
I did get a good deal on them though along with all my other rods/reels.....
MN Fisher reply :
Just a look at my rod/reel collection - be kind, I'm just getting back into fishing after over a decade's absence
Left to Right
Pflueger 640 on a 4.5' LA/F Ugly Stick - this is my panfish rod, loaded with 4# mono -30+ year old reel, new rod
Cardinal 562 on a 6' MA/M Berkley Enforcer - loaded with 8# mono -rod and reel 30+ years old
Garcia Avocet RZ on a matched 6.5' ML/F Avocet RZ rod - loaded with 8# mono - new purchase
Pflueger Trion 30 on a 6' MA/F Ugly Stick - loaded with 8# flouro - new purchase
Ambassadeur 500r on a matched 6' MA/M Ambassadeur rod - loaded with 25# braid, 12# mono leader - 15 year old pair
I know I'm light on variety right now, but remaining money the wife deigned to allow me to spend is going for mods on the canoe as well as a Lowrance and a portable mount for the transducer.
punch reply :
@MN Fisher Woah that Pflueger 640 is pretty awesome! Still works and everything?! I've seen them before but they are never in working order.
MN Fisher reply :
On 4/3/2018 at 12:45 PM, punch said:@MN Fisher Woah that Pflueger 640 is pretty awesome! Still works and everything?! I've seen them before but they are never in working order.
I've owned it since it was new in the box. Kept it up and still works like it was new. I take care of my stuff
BaitFinesse reply :
On 3/31/2018 at 2:05 AM, Big-Bass said:This classic showed up today and it came with the ZPI GP-R spool!
How do you like that spool? What is the braking profile most comparable to?
Big-Bass reply :
On 4/3/2018 at 12:59 PM, BaitFinesse said:
How do you like that spool? What is the braking profile most comparable to?
I love the spool...not sure what to compare it to but it has a fixed inductor and is very hard to backlash. I get great distance out of it with a lot of control. I guess it could be compared to some version of the SV series but not sure which (maybe Zillion TWS SV). ZPI just released newer versions of this spool and they are like $140. I think I got a deal with this already being in the reel.
kroberts9 reply :
I sprung and made my most expensive and hopefully worth it new drop shot rod. I just bought a a new 6'11 megabass destroyer addermine. It will be paired with a either my tatula Lt or my ci4
rippin-lips reply :
Getting parts installed on the Steez sv tw. Zpi pg spool with Zpi Sic bearings. Upgraded drag star, 90mm carbon handle with rcs cork knobs and hedgehog gold knob caps. Still waiting on my Hedgehog order to get here next week. Some other Zpi and Hedgehog goodies coming for it.
kroberts9 reply :
Very nice!!!
iabass8 reply :
On 4/7/2018 at 12:52 PM, rippin-lips said:Getting parts installed on the Steez sv tw. Zpi pg spool with Zpi Sic bearings. Upgraded drag star,90mm carbon handle with rcs cork knobs and hedgehog gold knob caps. Still waiting on my Hedgehog order to get here probably next week. Has some other Zpi and Hedgehog goodies for it.
Took you long enough to get one
What colors did you go with? I went champagne gold on the locking nut, screws, pawl cap, and line guide. Put a black retainer around the nut on the Zillion Type R carbon fiber handle. Really like the looks of it. Steez A is a bit harder. It's more of a gun metal grey and can't figure out a good prom dress for it.
rippin-lips reply :
On 4/7/2018 at 11:20 PM, iabass8 said:Took you long enough to get one
What colors did you go with? I went champagne gold on the locking nut, screws, pawl cap, and line guide. Put a black retainer around the nut on the Zillion Type R carbon fiber handle. Really like the looks of it. Steez A is a bit harder. It's more of a gun metal grey and can't figure out a good prom dress for it.
I had to wait for the right deal to come along. Same color and parts basically as you. I had the handle bolt in my cart but took it out. Maybe later on down the road.
Columbia Craw reply :
I know, I know. CC posts another Dobyns rod. Big deal. Show us something really cool for a change.
Big-Bass reply :
Cabela’s find courtesy of the help from another member on here. Bargain cave item and looks barely used. A classic workhorse reel.
kroberts9 reply :
I'm a sucka for daiwa reels. Oops I did it again. Tackle trap has a fire sale going on ,megabass orochi xx for 190-199. Only a couple left. I picked up a 7' tour versatile. Pics of the destroyer and orochi to come as soon as they land
rippin-lips reply :
All finished up.
fishwizzard reply :
On 4/7/2018 at 12:52 PM, rippin-lips said:Zpi pg spool
How are you liking this spool in the SV TW? I have one the the stock spool isn’t really blowing me away even after a flush/oil. I have a SV 1012 spool I want to try in it, but it’s currently full of 17lb floro and I am too cheap/lazy to respool it to try it in the SV TW.
rippin-lips reply :
On 4/10/2018 at 3:03 AM, fishwizzard said:How are you liking this spool in the SV TW? I have one the the stock spool isn’t really blowing me away even after a flush/oil. I have a SV 1012 spool I want to try in it, but it’s currently full of 17lb floro and I am too cheap/lazy to respool it to try it in the SV TW.
The Zpi pg is a very fast spool in the Steez tw. Brake dial on 6 required some major thumb when throwing a 3/8oz dark sleeper. 7 was a lot more manageable, and 8 required no thumb. I didn’t play with spool tension and try to find a sweet spot though. Definitely not the same as when put in a tdz and you can skip with ease on 3 and loose tension. The stock spool is a good caster from what I’ve heard. I haven’t used mine yet since I went straight to the Zpi. I’ve never owned any sv spool that blew me away. I had the RCS 1012 sv in my monoblock and it casted very well. It’s since been moved to a Steez sv 103 and it’s a good performer in it also. Probably my favorite sv spool so far that I’ve tried. I really dig that spool but I wish it held more line so I could run it with #15 mono or fluoro.
fishwizzard reply :
On 4/10/2018 at 3:50 AM, rippin-lips said:The Zpi pg is a very fast spool in the Steez tw. Brake dial on 6 required some major thumb when throwing a 3/8oz dark sleeper. 7 was a lot more manageable, and 8 required no thumb. I didn’t play with spool tension and try to find a sweet spot though. Definitely not the same as when put in a tdz and you can skip with ease on 3 and loose tension. The stock spool is a good caster from what I’ve heard. I haven’t used mine yet since I went straight to the Zpi. I’ve never owned any sv spool that blew me away. I had the RCS 1012 sv in my monoblock and it casted very well. It’s since been moved to a Steez sv 103 and it’s a good performer in it also. Probably my favorite sv spool so far that I’ve tried. I really dig that spool but I wish it held more line so I could run it with #15 mono or fluoro.
Cool, thanks for the info. It sounds like the ZPI PG might be a too fast for me. I actually have a second RCS 1012 sv that is still NIB that I was keeping that way with thoughts of selling it to fund a ZPI spool, but I like my other one so much that I think I might just keep it and stick it in the SV TW. Have you tried the stock SV TW spool in a sv103 yet? That is where my 1012 sv is living now. Speaking of the sv103, my 7.9:1 model has a new home...
Picked up an FMJ the other day and did a little yard casting with it today. It, with the sv103/1012 sv, is a pitching machine and will cast a 1/2oz jig further then I would ever need. I cannot wait to get it out on the water.
The other rod is a XXX Black Themis with an Alphas FC on it. The jury is still out on it, I need to wait until I can fish it with warm hands to see if it is sensitive enough to replace my current dropshot rod, a XX DS spinning rod. I also have not found the sweet spot with the reel to let me cast and pitch tiny plastics without fussing with the brakes. I have found it with other rods, but the tip on the Black Themis is really fast and I have yet to work it out. I really like the Alphas FC and think I want to send it out for a tune and upgrade as I think it's a "forever" reel for me.
rippin-lips reply :
On 4/11/2018 at 12:13 AM, fishwizzard said:Cool, thanks for the info. It sounds like the ZPI PG might be a too fast for me. I actually have a second RCS 1012 sv that is still NIB that I was keeping that way with thoughts of selling it to fund a ZPI spool, but I like my other one so much that I think I might just keep it and stick it in the SV TW. Have you tried the stock SV TW spool in a sv103 yet? That is where my 1012 sv is living now.
I put the zillion 1016 sv spool in my sv 103 and it was a big improvement. I don’t have any plans to switch it out. I haven’t used the stock Steez spool yet. Next time out I’m going to compare it to the zillion spool and see if there’s a difference. When put side by side the zillion inductor sits a little closer to the spool base. It’s got me curious to see if it makes any noticeable difference.
fishwizzard reply :
On 4/11/2018 at 2:50 AM, rippin-lips said:I put the zillion 1016 sv spool in my sv 103 and it was a big improvement. I don’t have any plans to switch it out. I haven’t used the stock Steez spool yet. Next time out I’m going to compare it to the zillion spool and see if there’s a difference. When put side by side the zillion inductor sits a little closer to the spool base. It’s got me curious to see if it makes any noticeable difference.
Cool. I think I am close to sorting out my reel/spool matchups. I have a 6.x:1 sv103 on a MB Hyuga 72H (swimbaits, frogs, mag topwater) that will get two sv103 stock spools, one with 55lb braid and one with 25lb Defier Mono. Next is a Ringa SSS on a XX Tour Versatile (single hook moving baits) that will get a pair of Zillion SV spools, one with like 40lb briad and one with 17lb floro, depending on water clarity and cover. That leaves the 7.9 sv103 on a FMJ ( jigs/t-rigs) and a Steez sv tw on a mbr783c (everything in it’s range). One will get the 1012sv and one will get the stock sv tw spool, I just need to test them both in both reels.
In non-dawia news, I picked up this combo for poppers/light topwater.
It’s a Adle50 on a Avid 6’2” M/XF. I am still warming up to the reel but that rod is quickly becoming a favotate. It’s great for everything I’ve tried for so far and it’s becoming one of my favorite bushwhacking sticks.
FrankN209 reply :
On 4/8/2018 at 5:16 AM, Big-Bass said:Cabela’s find courtesy of the help from another member on here. Bargain cave item and looks barely used. A classic workhorse reel.
Wish I would have held on to my Zillion.
th365thli reply :
My local tackle shop had their annual parking sale today, where in addition to discounts they also pay state tax. Essentially an additional 9-10% off. (Yes, our sales tax is that high). Picked up 3 rods and was able to finalize my arsenal
St. Croix Mojo Bass : Lew's Speed Spool : Jerkbait
Carolina Custom RX7 : Lew's Speed Spool: Finesse Jigs
Dobyns Fury 735C : Shimano Curado K : Flipping/Pitching
Dobyns Fury 735C : Daiwa Tatula CT : Frog/Topwater
Lews Custom SS Lite : Shimano NASCI : Drop shot
Lews Custom SS Lite : Abu Revo SX : A-rig, swimbait
Powell Mistake : Pro Qualifier : Senko, all-purpose
Lews Custom SS Lite : Lews Tournament MB : Football jig
Lews Custom SS : Shimano Curado K : Heavier flipping/pitching
Lews Custom SS : Shimano Symetre: Shakeyhead
Lews TP1 : Pro Qualifier : Chatterbait
St Croix Mojo Bass : Lew's Speed Spool : Crankbait
St Croix Avidx : Shimano Curado K : Punching
Powell Endurance : Shimano Curado K : Texas Rig
I guess I'm not a one brand one model kind of guy. I like trying out different combos. A few stand out. My football jig combo is stellar, perfect everything. The Carolina Custom medium heavy fast is great for lighter jigs. The Lews TP1 was recommended to me personally by Lew's rod builder Bob Brown over all their other lines, even more expensive ones. I can confirm it's perfect for chatterbaits.
Looking forward to trying out the Endurance and Avidx. They feel great paired with the Curados.
fishwizzard reply :
The Purple Monster is finished. Sv103h with some dress up parts, a 100mm CF handle, and for now a Zillion sv spool. Rod is a MB Hyuga 72H. Using it for swimbaits, big topwaters, and frogs.
kickerfish1 reply :
Very nice outfit FW! That is a great pairing for sure. Have you used the MB rod much yet?
croppz reply :
Upgraded my spinning setup. St Croix AvidX 6'8" Medium, extra fast with a Shimano Stradic Ci4+ 2500 reel with Berkley Vanish 8lb test. This is probably the nicest setup ive ever had haha. Will mainly be my top water and worm setup. Should go nice with my Mojo Bass, Lews speed spool baitcasting rig.
To those curious, CZP01 with an X300 ultra next to it.
fishwizzard reply :
On 4/16/2018 at 2:15 AM, kickerfish1 said:Very nice outfit FW! That is a great pairing for sure. Have you used the MB rod much yet?
I have had it out about a dozen times since I got it over the winter, but sadly no really good bass yet. It is a really interesting rod, it is for sure a Mod action, but it has a ton of power without feeling stiff. My first fish on it was a 9" stocker trout who was trying to mate with my S-Waver, it managed to load the rod a little and I was able to land it without ripping the hook out. I have gotten maybe 8-10 bass with it using lures with large trebles and it is at 1:1 hit/land ratio with them. I have only gotten a handful of hits on jighook swimbaits and landed about half of them, but that might be me just wiffing the hooksets as my attention tends to wander after an hour or three of crawling a Hudd. The rod's ratings seem a bit off at the high end, a ~2.5oz Rat is about as heavy as I want to go with it, but on the low end it will cast a 1/2 spinnerbait or frog as far as I would ever want. All in all, it seems like it's going to be a really versatile "small" big bait stick and I think it fishes it's low end well enough that I will not feel overgunned if I am miles from my car and want to fish a jig or t-rig. I also want to try it with some DD cranks once I get my kayak up and running for the spring, I think the combo is up for it.
ratherbfishin1 reply :
On 4/15/2018 at 9:09 PM, fishwizzard said:
The Purple Monster is finished. Sv103h with some dress up parts, a 100mm CF handle, and for now a Zillion sv spool. Rod is a MB Hyuga 72H. Using it for swimbaits, big topwaters, and frogs.
WOW... That rat is awesome
But seriously that is a sweet looking combo!
fishwizzard reply :
On 4/16/2018 at 10:26 PM, ratherbfishin1 said:WOW... That rat is awesome
But seriously that is a sweet looking combo!
A scant few months ago I scoffed at the idea of matching reels to rods, now I kinda feel like the combo needs to match the lure!
Kidding, but that rat is one of my favorite lures, I feel like an idiot throwing it, right up until I get bit.
ratherbfishin1 reply :
On 4/17/2018 at 1:50 AM, fishwizzard said:A scant few months ago I scoffed at the idea of matching reels to rods, now I kinda feel like the combo needs to match the lure!
Kidding, but that rat is one of my favorite lures, I feel like an idiot throwing it, right up until I get bit.
I know! That lure works it seemed like a joke at first but a friend was destroying them on it so I decided to pick one up.
Yumeya reply :
On 4/15/2018 at 9:09 PM, fishwizzard said:The Purple Monster is finished. Sv103h with some dress up parts, a 100mm CF handle, and for now a Zillion sv spool. Rod is a MB Hyuga 72H. Using it for swimbaits, big topwaters, and frogs.
Where did you get the purple knob caps?
rippin-lips reply :
On 4/17/2018 at 11:25 AM, Yumeya said:
Where did you get the purple knob caps?
All of those parts can be ordered from Hedgehog studio. Those are made by Avail. They have a handful of colors but they only offer them in royal purple if you’re wanting purple ones.
Smelter96 reply :
Mailman dropped off this beauty today. Td-z 105H. Now if the 3 feet of ice could melt, we'd be in business!
Big-Bass reply :
On 4/19/2018 at 11:18 PM, Smelter96 said:
Where did you get the TD-Z?
Smelter96 reply :
On 4/20/2018 at 12:21 AM, Big-Bass said:Where did you get the TD-Z?
Ebay
Rodrgsv reply :
Megabass Levante Flatside
Curado 200K
Dobyns Champion 806HSB
Curado 300e
Shimano Expride A 7´2 H
Chronarch MGL HG
Shimano G. Loomis Conquest 844C MBR
Metanium Mgl XG
lmbfisherman reply :
On 4/20/2018 at 1:25 PM, Rodrgsv said:
Curado 200K
Dobyns Champion 806HSB
Curado 300e
Shimano Expride A 7´2 H
Chronarch MGL HG
Shimano G. Loomis Conquest 844C MBR
Metanium Mgl XG
Nice collection.
Zibass reply :
Gears up. Starting my baitcast training soon. Hope I match those gears right. 
lmbfisherman reply :
What a way to start out! ????
FrankN209 reply :
Bought a Avail spool for my 17' Conquest BFS from Hedgehog. It's supposed to hold 50% more line than the original. I'll use the original for braid and the deeper spool for flouro. The spool itself weighs only 5g.
RichF reply :
No enthusiast gear here but I like it!
Bottom to top:
Kistler KLX Feel N Reel, Shimano Chronarch CI4
Kistler Helium, Daiwa Zillion TWS
Kistler Helium, Shimano Curado I
Kistler Magnesium, Shimano Curado K
Kistler Helium 3, Daiwa Tatula SV
St. Croix Legend Xtreme, Team Daiwa Zillion
St Croix Legend Xtreme, Abu Garcia Revo Premier Gen 3
St. Croix Avid X, Shimano Chronarch E7
St. Croix Rage, Daiwa SS SV
Shimano Zodias, Shimano Chronarch CI4
Shimmano Zodias, Daiwa Tatula SV
Dobyns Champ Glass, Daiwa Zillion TWS
Phenix Glass, Shimano Curado I
Abu Ike Series Crank, Shimano Curado E5
Not Shown:
Kistler KLX, Shimano Curado E7
Kistler Helium 3 Spin, TBD
St Croix Legend Tournament Spin, Shimano Stradic FK
St Croix Avid X Spin, Shimano Stradic CI4
Shimano Crucial Drop Shot, Shimano Stradic FE
Graham reply :
Spooled and slimed her up the other day for approval
my do it all 7’ mh/f g loomis imx paired with a shimano chronarch ci4+
I’ll post the rest of the arsenal when I get a chance! Cool to finally post in this thread I’ve spent hours combing through each page admiring everyone’s gear!
Graham reply :
On 4/24/2018 at 9:29 PM, RichF said:No enthusiast gear here but I like it!
you seem enthusiastic enough to me!
Dtrombly reply :
Tatula Elite AGS 7' Ehrler/Tatula SV 7.3:1
My do-it-all outfit for lightweight stuff
lmbfisherman reply :
On 4/24/2018 at 9:29 PM, RichF said:No enthusiast gear here but I like it!
Bottom to top:
Kistler KLX Feel N Reel, Shimano Chronarch CI4
Kistler Helium, Daiwa Zillion TWS
Kistler Helium, Shimano Curado I
Kistler Magnesium, Shimano Curado K
Kistler Helium 3, Daiwa Tatula SV
St. Croix Legend Xtreme, Team Daiwa Zillion
St Croix Legend Xtreme, Abu Garcia Revo Premier Gen 3
St. Croix Avid X, Shimano Chronarch E7
St. Croix Rage, Daiwa SS SV
Shimano Zodias, Shimano Chronarch CI4
Shimmano Zodias, Daiwa Tatula SV
Dobyns Champ Glass, Daiwa Zillion TWS
Phenix Glass, Shimano Curado I
Abu Ike Series Crank, Shimano Curado E5
Not Shown:
Kistler KLX, Shimano Curado E7
Kistler Helium 3 Spin, TBD
St Croix Legend Tournament Spin, Shimano Stradic FK
St Croix Avid X Spin, Shimano Stradic CI4
Shimano Crucial Drop Shot, Shimano Stradic FE
That is still a great arsenal. Seems like where I live in the rods department (price wise). Always wanted to try Phenix Rods but it isn't readily available up here in Canada.
RichF reply :
On 4/25/2018 at 8:51 PM, lmbfisherman said:That is still a great arsenal. Seems like where I live in the rods department (price wise). Always wanted to try Phenix Rods but it isn't readily available up here in Canada.
I got that Phenix in a trade with a BR member. It's pretty sweet. Pure glass goodness. I think my next rod might be a Phenix feather.
lmbfisherman reply :
On 4/25/2018 at 8:54 PM, RichF said:I got that Phenix in a trade with a BR member. It's pretty sweet. Pure glass goodness. I think my next rod might be a Phenix feather.
Nice, let me know how well it fishes so I can be motivated to go across the border and find them. 
rayrock99 reply :
here are some of my reels.
rayrock99 reply :
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Big-Bass reply :
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Very nice! Where did you get the red star drag and cast control cap for the Tat SV?
Brock_v reply :
On 12/22/2017 at 3:43 AM, RichF said:They must pay much more for mowing grass now than when I did it haha. Even when I worked 60+ hrs a week landscaping during summer break, in between college semesters, I still didn't make enough to buy all those toys. Milk it while you can dude!
Are we gonna see you on one of those TV shows documenting the "financial irresponsibility" of lottery winners?? HA!
yeah its pretty good money buts its 15 hour days in the summer going house to house but its worth it in my opinion. If I don't get help soon then probably the new bantams do look nice.
BankBasser reply :
This years lineup. Some old, some new.
All about da bass reply :
On 5/3/2018 at 2:07 AM, BankBasser said:This years lineup. Some old, some new.
Sweet combos????
Dtrombly reply :
Daiwa DX Type LT 7'4" H/F with a Tatula CT.
Daiwa Tatula Elite AGS 7' M-MH/XF with a Tatula SV.
MountainMan83 reply :
On 5/3/2018 at 3:47 AM, Dtrombly said:Daiwa DX Type LT 7'4" H/F with a Tatula CT.
Daiwa Tatula Elite AGS 7' M-MH/XF with a Tatula SV.
d**n, can't see the cool frog insert on that DX. How do you like the rod? I bought mine late last year and didn't get to fish with it much, but the little I did, I liked it.
Dtrombly reply :
On 5/3/2018 at 4:05 AM, MountainMan83 said:d**n, can't see the cool frog insert on that DX. How do you like the rod? I bought mine late last year and didn't get to fish with it much, but the little I did, I liked it.
I like it alot, really like the long full cork handle. It's alot more stiff than I usually like in a frog rod, so I'm trying to get used to that but I'm impressed with it overall
BankBasser reply :
On 5/3/2018 at 2:11 AM, All about da bass said:Sweet combos????
Thanks!
Graham reply :
These do it all for me.
E6x 7’ MHF MBR
Curado 200i
Imx 7’ MHF MBR
Chronarch ci4+ 150
Planning to get get into some more technique specific stuff of this quality. A swimbait, cranking, and finesse setup should complete it (said the bait monkey).
fishwizzard reply :
Nice! My primary kayak rods are a pair of CR723 MBRs and I can do so much with just those two rods I kinda want a 4 Power to go with them.
Graham reply :
On 5/7/2018 at 4:11 AM, fishwizzard said:Nice! My primary kayak rods are a pair of CR723 MBRs and I can do so much with just those two rods I kinda want a 4 Power to go with them.
Yup those are my yak rods, I can throw anything up to that hud on them and I can throw anything down to a little 1/16 spinnerbait. I wanna get another Dobyns and try a Megabass rod out. Thinking about getting a curado 70 and maybe a 300 size reel for big baits...
lmbfisherman reply :
On 5/6/2018 at 3:34 PM, Graham said:These do it all for me.
E6x 7’ MHF MBR
Curado 200i
Imx 7’ MHF MBR
Chronarch ci4+ 150
Planning to get get into some more technique specific stuff of this quality. A swimbait, cranking, and finesse setup should complete it (said the bait monkey).
I have those same rods, except they are paired up with Chronarch E series. Easy two of my favourites I like to use.
Graham reply :
On 5/7/2018 at 7:16 AM, lmbfisherman said:I have those same rods, except they are paired up with Chronarch E series. Easy two of my favourites I like to use.
Those Chronarch e's are awesome reels huh? I've had them recommended to me for cranking, may have to add that to the line up as well...
lmbfisherman reply :
On 5/7/2018 at 12:02 PM, Graham said:Those Chronarch e's are awesome reels huh? I've had them recommended to me for cranking, may have to add that to the line up as well...
Yes they rock, I have 4 200 sizes and 1 50. I have a cranking one (5 ratio) very good crankbait reel. Funny thing, I just realized I use small to medium swimbaits on my IMX too. Use a 6 ratio reel, I usually have this tied on early season.
Graham reply :
On 5/8/2018 at 5:43 AM, lmbfisherman said:I use small to medium swimbaits on my IMX too.
It can handle them to an extent, but with the taper being as fast as it is I ain't throwing over 2oz!
lmbfisherman reply :
On 5/8/2018 at 8:58 AM, Graham said:It can handle them to an extent, but with the taper being as fast as it is I ain't throwing over 2oz!
In my opinion they are the true all around rods. I was shocked how well they worked for jerkbaits as well!
fishballer06 reply :
I got the new model Shimano Engetsu 101HG. This is a JDM Curado 70 that is on steroids! Micromodular brass gears, clicking drag, 102mm handle with oversized knobs.
Yumeya reply :
The Bassman reply :
On 5/9/2018 at 10:24 PM, fishballer06 said:I got the new model Shimano Engetsu 101HG. This is a JDM Curado 70 that is on steroids! Micromodular brass gears, clicking drag, 102mm handle with oversized knobs.
I'm understanding that the spool is heavier than the 70 even though it's shallower. Let us know how it casts.
PatrickKnight reply :
On 5/10/2018 at 4:02 AM, Yumeya said:
And here we have my dream river reel ladies and gentleman!!
fishballer06 reply :
On 5/10/2018 at 4:03 AM, The Bassman said:I'm understanding that the spool is heavier than the 70 even though it's shallower. Let us know how it casts.
My scales are saying that the stock spool is 16g with the foil sticker still on it. So I'm guessing it will be around 14-15g with that sticker off.
DomQ reply :
On 5/11/2018 at 1:04 AM, fishballer06 said:
My scales are saying that the stock spool is 16g with the foil sticker still on it. So I'm guessing it will be around 14-15g with that sticker off.
Have you taken it out on the water yet? I'm interested in getting one so all the info helps.
fishballer06 reply :
On 5/11/2018 at 7:07 PM, DomQ said:Have you taken it out on the water yet? I'm interested in getting one so all the info helps.
I haven't yet. Having a newborn has really cut into my time on the water this spring.
I did spool it up with some 15lb. Tatsu on Friday night, hoping I could get out Saturday. But alas, no luck.
DomQ reply :
On 5/14/2018 at 7:43 PM, fishballer06 said:I haven't yet. Having a newborn has really cut into my time on the water this spring.
I did spool it up with some 15lb. Tatsu on Friday night, hoping I could get out Saturday. But alas, no luck.
Congratulations man!!! that's a bitter sweet kinda thing but at least now you'll have someone to mold into a great person and angler!
Burke reply :
Nothing but Ol' OG Zillion (6.3.1)
Big-Bass reply :
On 5/15/2018 at 6:51 AM, Burke said:Nothing but Ol' OG Zillion (6.3.1)
Sweet!
FrankN209 reply :
On 5/15/2018 at 6:51 AM, Burke said:Nothing but Ol' OG Zillion (6.3.1)
How would you compare these reels to the newer Daiwas?
Big-Bass reply :
On 5/15/2018 at 9:37 PM, FrankN209 said:How would you compare these reels to the newer Daiwas?
Probably the best platform Daiwa has ever created. They were made in Japan, brass gears, tons of modifying parts, and tough/durable/smooth.
rippin-lips reply :
On 5/16/2018 at 3:53 AM, Big-Bass said:Probably the best platform Daiwa has ever created. They were made in Japan, brass gears, tons of modifying parts, and tough/durable/smooth.
Very limited on drop in spool options. Tdz would be #1 for most people. I much prefer the new SV103 over the og zillion. Shares many of the same internal parts and frame but you get the 34mm spool. My J dream was nice but that’s from a collector standpoint. The og is still a great reel and still loved by many. It was my first quality Daiwa reel purchase.
Burke reply :
On 5/16/2018 at 3:53 AM, Big-Bass said:Probably the best platform Daiwa has ever created. They were made in Japan, brass gears, tons of modifying parts, and tough/durable/smooth.
Exactly why I got that
My Zillion 7.1.1 and Dobyns 704C is so sick for the lipless cranks.
I can bomb that out like no tomorrow with 3/8, 1/2, 5/8 rattle traps.
Big-Bass reply :
On 5/16/2018 at 4:11 AM, rippin-lips said:Very limited on drop in spool options. Tdz would be #1 for most people. I much prefer the new SV103 over the og zillion. Shares many of the same internal parts and frame but you get the 34mm spool. My J dream was nice but that’s from a collector standpoint. The og is still a great reel and still loved by many. It was my first quality Daiwa reel purchase.
Yes that (spool options) was the only caveat. But that is why I have so many SV103s...????
Of that platform currently I have:
2 NIB Ito 103s
1 NIB TD-Z Type R
1 TD-Z Type R+
1 TD-Z/Ito Custom Hybrid 105H
2 TD-Z 105H
1 LNIB Fuego 100H
1 Zillion 103SHA
1 LNIB Zillion 50th Anniversary 100SHA
1 LNIB Megabass IP68
1 LNIB Megabass IP79
1 LNIB J-Dream 7.9
5 SV103H
5 SV103XS
1 TD-X Air Metal 103H
1 TD-X Air Metal 105H
I think that's it. ????
Burke reply :
On 5/16/2018 at 7:23 AM, Big-Bass said:Yes that (spool options) was the only caveat. But that is why I have so many SV103s...????
Of that platform currently I have:
2 NIB Ito 103s
1 NIB TD-Z Type R
1 TD-Z Type R+
1 TD-Z/Ito Custom Hybrid 105H
2 TD-Z 105H
1 LNIB Fuego 100H
1 Zillion 103SHA
1 LNIB Zillion 50th Anniversary 100SHA
1 LNIB Megabass IP68
1 LNIB Megabass IP79
1 LNIB J-Dream 7.9
5 SV103H
5 SV103XS
1 TD-X Air Metal 103H
1 TD-X Air Metal 105H
I think that's it. ????
WOW, nice set you got there.
I only have two of SV103H. I set one of the SV103 with Steez Spool to throw farther
Burke reply :
On 5/15/2018 at 9:37 PM, FrankN209 said:How would you compare these reels to the newer Daiwas?
They are two different animals - OG Zillions are true reels compare to the SV which I own two of them (SV103H)
FrankN209 reply :
On 5/16/2018 at 10:10 AM, Burke said:They are two different animals - OG Zillions are true reels compare to the SV which I own two of them (SV103H)
I was actually asking about my 16 Steez SV TW.
d-camarena reply :
Heres the lineup this year. Reels are being lubed and respooled. Lews fanboy here
rippin-lips reply :
On 5/16/2018 at 10:14 AM, FrankN209 said:I was actually asking about my 16 Steez SV TW.
Steez sv tw isn’t built like a tank like the og but it’s a better reel in terms of ergonomics and styling. It’s alao better for anything under 1/2oz. The og zillion has a heavy and deep spool that makes it a better choice for heavy duty applications. As for the og zillion being a true reel compared to the 103... well that’s mildly entertaining considering they’re built on the same frame and share a lot of the same internal parts. The sv103 is heavily braked but a simple spool swap to any of the 20 options available and you can make it do anything you want it to.
FrankN209 reply :
On 5/16/2018 at 11:11 AM, rippin-lips said:Steez sv tw isn’t built like a tank like the og but it’s a better reel in terms of ergonomics and styling. It’s alao better for anything under 1/2oz. The og zillion has a heavy and deep spool that makes it a better choice for heavy duty applications. As for the og zillion being a true reel compared to the 103... well that’s mildly entertaining considering they’re built on the same frame and share a lot of the same internal parts. The sv103 is heavily braked but a simple spool swap to any of the 20 options available and you can make it do anything you want it to.
Thanks for this. I picked up that sv103, should be here in a few days.
rippin-lips reply :
On 5/16/2018 at 11:13 AM, FrankN209 said:Thanks for this. I picked up that sv103, should be here in a few days.
I think you will really enjoy it. Big-bass will take it off your hands if you don’t haha.
Big-Bass reply :
On 5/16/2018 at 11:16 AM, rippin-lips said:I think you will really enjoy it. Big-bass will take it off your hands if you don’t haha.
????
CaptPete reply :
love my SV103's... good choice
KP Duty reply :
I need one of those ct type-r's. Love that red and black paint.
Joshua van Wyk reply :
On 5/18/2018 at 1:27 AM, KP Duty said:I need one of those ct type-r's. Love that red and black paint.
I have one and it's an amazing reel! Only problem is that the paint scratches sooo easily.
PatrickKnight reply :
On 5/16/2018 at 8:56 PM, CaptPete said:love my SV103's... good choice
Looking at getting a Daiwa casting reel soon and some of the numbers can be hard to follow. What are the top three?
Big-Bass reply :
On 5/18/2018 at 8:28 PM, PatrickKnight said:Looking at getting a Daiwa casting reel soon and some of the numbers can be hard to follow. What are the top three?
Top and bottom are lefty SV103H reels. The middle looks like a Tatula CT lefty.
CaptPete reply :
On 5/18/2018 at 9:03 PM, Big-Bass said:Top and bottom are lefty SV103H reels. The middle looks like a Tatula CT lefty.
On 5/18/2018 at 8:28 PM, PatrickKnight said:Looking at getting a Daiwa casting reel soon and some of the numbers can be hard to follow. What are the top three?
Big-Bass's eyes are good. Those reels top to bottom: SV103, Tatula CT, SV103, Tatula CT type r, and another tatula.
PatrickKnight reply :
What is the difference in an SV103H and an SS SV 103?
CaptPete reply :
On 5/18/2018 at 9:32 PM, PatrickKnight said:What is the difference in an SV103H and an SS SV 103?
BIG differences!! totally different platform basically. Most consider the SS models heavily over-braked.
Big-Bass reply :
The SV103H (6.3:1) and SV103XS (7.9:1) are based off of the original Zillion aluminum frame which was based off of the TD-Z/original Fuego frame. The SV103 uses a 34mm spool, has brass gears, and has endless options (spools) with options of customization based both off the TD-Z and Zillion parts.
The SS SV103 came in a few different gear ratios and is based off of the Steez with a slightly different noseplate that now mimicks the SV Light reels in Japan. The SS SV has aluminum gears. This reel also accepts the 34mm spools so it has a variety of options as well as customizable parts from the Steez, etc. Yes, it can be viewed as overbraked but a quick spool change can eliminate that.
Both are nice reels but both are very different. I own and use both for different techniques.
PatrickKnight reply :
So would I be correct in assuming the 103H would be better suited to heavier baits and more power fishing type presentations?
Big-Bass reply :
The 103H is simply the SV103 in the 6.3:1 gear ratio. The 103XS is a 7.9:1 ratio. The SS SV103 came in 5.5, 6.3, 7.3, and they made a 105 in 8.1. The SV103H is suited for power fishing and finesse stuff because of the SV spool. I use mine and can cast 1/8oz. jighead with a grub or boot tail without a problem. I have mine on a Tatula 7" ML Regular casting rod.
Scrapiron reply :
Megabass Orochi XX Ronin ('18) with a Shimano Exsence CI4+ 3000HGM. Fished the rod this past weekend and it was a joy to use. (& fish caught).
John G reply :
????????
punch reply :
On 5/22/2018 at 9:14 PM, Scrapiron said:Megabass Orochi XX Ronin ('18) with a Shimano Exsence CI4+ 3000HGM. Fished the rod this past weekend and it was a joy to use. (& fish caught).
Daaaaaaaaaang, that's a nice stick right there.
Scrapiron reply :
Thanks punch. I sure am enjoying the setup. Quick write up I did:
Went out last weekend kayaking open water (lake) here in NC and caught a couple of nice size bass (lost a couple too). Handled 1/2oz. topwater, 3/8oz. crankbait, Texas rigged lizard, Vision 110 jerk, and probably some other lures I wanted to use. Cast pretty much everything the proverbial country mile. Loaded up so very, very nice. I like a more moderate tip than Xfast, so YMMV. Sensitive, nimble and just a joy to use.
The tip is probably a bit too soft for the 110, same with the top water, but I'll try it again. Didn't try any finesse stuff like Ned rig or drop-shot this time.
The combo feels 'heavy' when I pick it up (compared a NRX 852s with a Stradic Ci4+ FB) but once in hand, balances perfect and feels like an extension of my hand/arm. Definitely put a smile on my face when casting and a big smile when a fish was on the other end!
Handle is comfortable, cork is good. This is a better rod IMHO than the Avid X 6'8" Med Xfast I had. I'll have to think some more on exactly why.
Kudos to Megabass.
Yumeya reply :
PatrickKnight reply :
On 5/29/2018 at 9:48 AM, Yumeya said:
I always have to come check this thread when I see you have posted!!
Looking for the big one reply :
These are what I’ve been doing it with recently.
From left to right:
6’6” ML Fast Bass Pro Microlite- older rod I inherited, not too sensitive but gets the job done fine. Paired with a Daiwa SS Tournament and 15 lb braid it’s a pretty nice little combo.
7’ ML Regular Daiwa Tatule Elite w/ Aldebaran Mg7, 30 lb Power Pro Spectra- Topwaters and occasionally jerkbaits.
6’10” M Fast Shimano Curado Rod w/ Curado 70 XG and 12 lb Red Label- Just an all purpose light-er casting rod for weightless plastics, finesse jigs, light T-rigs.
7’2” MH Fast Shimano Curado Rod w/ Curado 200 K XG and 15 lb Red Label- simply my “do it all” rod.
7’3” H Daiwa Fuego w/ Shimano Caenan 150A and 40 lb Phenix Hydra 8 Strand Braid- was liking it as a frogging rod but the insert came out of the first guide and I’m considering getting a different rod. I also am considering an aluminum reel such as a Daiwa Tat. CT XS. Thoughts appreciated.
H2O Xpress Ethos Cranking 7’ M Moderate w/ Shimano Metanium MG DC and 12 lb Big Game- Trying to justify getting a better cranking rod but I just don’t do it enough, this rod rarely sees the water. I do like taking the Met. off of it though and casting with the DC, would like to put on a longer handle than the standard 80 mm.
To do list: Daiwa Tat. LT 2500 + Curado 7’1 Medium Rod and some 15 lb High-vis braid.
Quarry Man reply :
That Tatula Elite and Aldebaran Combo looks amazing!
Thinking about getting a Shimano Scorpion / Shimano Zodias Setup. What do you think about this idea? I think it would look amazing.
Looking for the big one reply :
On 6/4/2018 at 6:53 AM, Quarry Man said:That Tatula Elite and Aldebaran Combo looks amazing!
Thinking about getting a Shimano Scorpion / Shimano Zodias Setup. What do you think about this idea? I think it would look amazing.
Dude that sounds sweet and yeah it would look great too. I'm a UGA fan and anything red and black floats my boat.
Quarry Man reply :
On 6/4/2018 at 9:33 AM, Looking for the big one said:Dude that sounds sweet and yeah it would look great too. I'm a UGA fan and anything red and black floats my boat.
For some reason I am addicted to the look of those two. I am even more addicted to the Stradic Ci4+ FA. something about those colors...
anderb54 reply :
Destroyer Oneten Special w/ Aldebaran 50HG
Destroyer FMJ w/ Chronarch MGL XG
Destroyer Javelin w/ Metanium MGL
The Addermine is currently in Canada on a fishing trip with my Dad
Big-Bass reply :
On 6/6/2018 at 8:01 AM, anderb54 said:Destroyer Oneten Special w/ Aldebaran 50HG
Destroyer FMJ w/ Chronarch MGL XG
Destroyer Javelin w/ Metanium MGL
The Addermine is currently in Canada on a fishing trip with my Dad
How do you like that FMJ and what do you use it for besides jigs? Thanks!
On 6/4/2018 at 6:53 AM, Quarry Man said:That Tatula Elite and Aldebaran Combo looks amazing!
Thinking about getting a Shimano Scorpion / Shimano Zodias Setup. What do you think about this idea? I think it would look amazing.
It would look really nice. I was thinking of a Scorpion 70 for my 7'2" Poison Adrena.
anderb54 reply :
On 6/6/2018 at 8:58 AM, Big-Bass said:How do you like that FMJ and what do you use it for besides jigs? Thanks!
It would look really nice. I was thinking of a Scorpion 70 for my 7'2" Poison Adrena.
The FMJ is my favorite of the Destroyers I have. I use it for frogs, spinnerbaits, and chatterbaits too, and it does a good job at all of those
Aquaftm45 reply :
Daiwa Battler strapped onto a Megabass Poker
PatrickKnight reply :
On 6/7/2018 at 11:24 AM, Aquaftm45 said:Daiwa Battler strapped onto a Megabass Poker
Wow just wow.
That is stunning but curious how the handle knobs feel in hand.
rippin-lips reply :
The knobs are quite comfortable. Same ones on the Daiwa ss air.
Aquaftm45 reply :
On 6/7/2018 at 7:13 PM, PatrickKnight said:Wow just wow.
That is stunning but curious how the handle knobs feel in hand.
Knobs feel good... in the back yard (as far as I have gotten it). Grip feels secure with the non uniform knob shape and space, dry that is, without a load. Looking forward to seeing what they feel like out on the water under load. The TS Poker is quite a stout rod, and I think that Battler is a match made in heaven for it. Both in looks and functionality. Will eventually upgrade the drag, and put a 100mm handle on it. The Battler has been an impressive caster, even on that stiff Poker. Can't express how impressed I am with the casting and braking system on the reel. It goes toe to toe against my Daiwa Morethan PE SV with 3/8th ounce plugs, casting both on my Destroyer Javelin. It goes toe to toe against my Daiwa HLC throwing a 3/4 ounce plug casting both from my XX 7-11. Both the Battler and the HLC have a 36mm spool, Morethan a 34MM spool. I can interchange the HLC and Battler spool if I want. As far as I know they don't make a 36 mm SV spool, would love to have that as an extra spool. Very insteresting looking at the innards of each spool. Batttler has a light spring, HLC has a heavy spring (but is a ported very light spool), and the Morethan has a plastic inductor. My theory after a bit of playing around with each one, is that I can get similar casting performance with each one within different tweaks to the mag and spool tension.
TroxBox reply :
Kind of a tackle junkie, and I do have a few combos in the $700+ range. Unfortunately, more often than not, I end up regretting a purchase like that after a few hours of fishing the new gear because I fail to see the value in the combo and end up getting more use out of a $200-300 combo because at times, they just out perform some higher end products... But this...
Shimano Aldebaran 50 HG + G. Loomis NRX 7'1" Medium - Ex fast
I have literally found myself on a bite using a different technique, but still switching off to use this combo just because the reel feels so dang sexy during the cast, the rod will have you setting hooks into minnows its so sensitive, and I can cast most finesse style baits (even weightless Senkos) 30+ yards with ease... It's the only high end combo that I have EVER truly thought was worth every single penny spent and is just a joy to fish with.
Aquaftm45 reply :
On 6/8/2018 at 11:14 AM, TroxBox said:Kind of a tackle junkie, and I do have a few combos in the $700+ range. Unfortunately, more often than not, I end up regretting a purchase like that after a few hours of fishing the new gear because I fail to see the value in the combo and end up getting more use out of a $200-300 combo because at times, they just out perform some higher end products... But this...
Shimano Aldebaran 50 HG + G. Loomis NRX 7'1" Medium - Ex fast
I have literally found myself on a bite using a different technique, but still switching off to use this combo just because the reel feels so dang sexy during the cast, the rod will have you setting hooks into minnows its so sensitive, and I can cast most finesse style baits (even weightless Senkos) 30+ yards with ease... It's the only high end combo that I have EVER truly thought was worth every single penny spent and is just a joy to fish with.
That truly is a sweet combo. Waiting for them to come out with a 50 mgl similar to the new JDM 30 mgl with the outside adjustable centrifugal brake, I will make that my 1st shimano in years. Hopefully by them they will have a poison variant rod that is 7'2 plus and in the m/l range.
Jelvas reply :
On 6/8/2018 at 1:12 PM, Aquaftm45 said:That truly is a sweet combo. Waiting for them to come out with a 50 mgl similar to the new JDM 30 mgl with the outside adjustable centrifugal brake, I will make that my 1st shimano in years. Hopefully by them they will have a poison variant rod that is 7'2 plus and in the m/l range.
Wait no more...
(Picture from the net, not mine)
TroxBox reply :
On 6/8/2018 at 1:12 PM, Aquaftm45 said:That truly is a sweet combo. Waiting for them to come out with a 50 mgl similar to the new JDM 30 mgl with the outside adjustable centrifugal brake, I will make that my 1st shimano in years. Hopefully by them they will have a poison variant rod that is 7'2 plus and in the m/l range.
Dangit... I knew joining BassResource.com was going to be the death of me. You see, I'm recently married so my financial situation has changed quite a bit and I haven't been following the new gear releases as closely as I used to because of it. Then I hear that they are (or have, according to Jelvas), coming out with a new Aldebaran 50 MGL... With that being said, if you need me, I'll be in the doghouse... with my new Aldebaran.
kickerfish1 reply :
On 6/8/2018 at 11:14 AM, TroxBox said:Kind of a tackle junkie, and I do have a few combos in the $700+ range. Unfortunately, more often than not, I end up regretting a purchase like that after a few hours of fishing the new gear because I fail to see the value in the combo and end up getting more use out of a $200-300 combo because at times, they just out perform some higher end products... But this...
Shimano Aldebaran 50 HG + G. Loomis NRX 7'1" Medium - Ex fast
I have literally found myself on a bite using a different technique, but still switching off to use this combo just because the reel feels so dang sexy during the cast, the rod will have you setting hooks into minnows its so sensitive, and I can cast most finesse style baits (even weightless Senkos) 30+ yards with ease... It's the only high end combo that I have EVER truly thought was worth every single penny spent and is just a joy to fish with.
What high end outfit did you have or currently have, that you felt was not worth the price of admission?
rippin-lips reply :
On 6/8/2018 at 11:14 AM, TroxBox said:and I can cast most finesse style baits (even weightless Senkos) 30+ yards with ease...
You might be surprised to know that a weightless senko by itself weighs 10.5 grams which is 3/8oz. Add in a 3/0 ewg hook for a tx rig and your pushing about 12 grams. Not trying to rain on your parade by any means but it’s a heavy bait so it’s no surprise that it casts well. Especially tx rigged because it then becomes a bullet.
CroakHunter reply :
My aresal. From left to right:
6'9 ml custom bushido, cheapo reel
6'9 m lews mach 1 combo
6'10 m zodias, cabelas prodigy
7'0 m forbidden rod, cabelas prodigy
7'0 MH lews tp1, lews ssg1
7'0 MH lews tp1, curado 200I
7'0 H daiwa fuego, tatula ct type r
7'3 H lews tp1, daiwa fuego
7'3 mag H fury, tatula sv x2
7'4 H falcon bucoo, tatula ct
7'5 MH cabelas crankshaft, fuego
7'6 MH denali rosewood, lews mcs
7'11 H daiwa fuego, tatula ct
Vu Tran reply :
Long time lurker. What I’ve been using last few weeks.
Left to right:
Legend Elite ‘16 Antares DC
Legend Xtreme Metanium MGL
NRX ‘18 Antares DC
BassX Sustain 3000
Aquaftm45 reply :
Nice looking arsenal Vu. Mine is similar, but the other end of the spectrum.
L-R
Daiwa Battler/Megabass TS Poker
Daiwa HLC/ Megabass Orochi XX 7-11
Daiwa Morethan PE SV/ Megabass Destroyer Javelin
Daiwa Tatula 3k Limited/Megabass Levante Shakeyhead
KP Duty reply :
I like the added touch of the Japanese newspapers ????
Aquaftm45 reply :
Right on! Wrapping paper from my latest Samuri Tackle purchase in prep for my upcoming trip to SW Florida to tackle some Snook/Tarpon and Reds. A nice touch
Vu Tran reply :
On 6/13/2018 at 7:11 AM, Aquaftm45 said:Nice looking arsenal Vu. Mine is similar, but the other end of the spectrum.
L-R
Daiwa Battler/Megabass TS Poker
Daiwa HLC/ Megabass Orochi XX 7-11
Daiwa Morethan PE SV/ Megabass Destroyer Javelin
Daiwa Tatula 3k Limited/Megabass Levante Shakeyhead
Thx A! Like your setup as well and the jdm magazines in the background too haha.
BaitFinesse reply :
On 6/13/2018 at 7:11 AM, Aquaftm45 said:Nice looking arsenal Vu. Mine is similar, but the other end of the spectrum.
L-R
Daiwa Battler/Megabass TS Poker
Daiwa HLC/ Megabass Orochi XX 7-11
Daiwa Morethan PE SV/ Megabass Destroyer Javelin
Daiwa Tatula 3k Limited/Megabass Levante Shakeyhead
Supurb job matching reels to rods.
HeyCoach reply :
7’1” MHF St. Croix Mojo Bass rod with a Lew’s 7.5:1 LFS speed spool.
SMITTY0045 reply :
On 6/14/2018 at 9:31 PM, HeyCoach said:7’1” MHF St. Croix Mojo Bass rod with a Lew’s 7.5:1 LFS speed spool.
Solid combo. I bet this is a work horse for you?
HeyCoach reply :
On 6/15/2018 at 8:41 AM, SMITTY0045 said:Solid combo. I bet this is a work horse for you?
It would be if I was any good at fishing. I’ve not caught anything on it yet, I have a black and blue jig with a Yamamoto trailer tied on it right now for tomorrow.
SMITTY0045 reply :
On 6/15/2018 at 9:03 AM, HeyCoach said:It would be if I was any good at fishing. I’ve not caught anything on it yet, I have a black and blue jig with a Yamamoto trailer tied on it right now for tomorrow.
Give it time, you’ve got the right stuff, just takes some practice lol
ratherbfishin1 reply :
On 6/15/2018 at 9:03 AM, HeyCoach said:It would be if I was any good at fishing. I’ve not caught anything on it yet, I have a black and blue jig with a Yamamoto trailer tied on it right now for tomorrow.
That is a great rod and reel and stick with the jig it will be annoying at first but once you get the first fish on it you won’t be able to put the jig rod down... trust me i was the exact same way and now I always have jigs close. Good luck!
SMITTY0045 reply :
I’m dying for my new reel to get in. I ordered a REVO ALX on Friday, these clearance prices are too hard to pass up on. I’ll make a post once it gets in
Smelter96 reply :
Sorry about the rod box picture, taken right before a massive storm lol. Bought a new toy Saturday and had to try it out. A new favorite! 7'm Legend Elite
SMITTY0045 reply :
New reel came in today, REVO ALX. Found it for $100 off and couldn’t pass it up. I didn’t realize how small of a reel it is either, it’s roughly the size of a curator 70, it’s going to make a great finesse reel. I got it in the 8.0:1 gr
rippin-lips reply :
Topped her off with a much needed itö engineering carbon handle. Didn’t feel right without it. Project money pit.
J Francho reply :
Plano V-Crate came in last night. Pretty cool.
Yumeya reply :
Curado K for cranking
Hulkster reply :
^
awesome.
however, they really should have continued the 5.5 gear ratio model from the I series over.
I don't understand shimano?
TylerT123 reply :
On 6/23/2018 at 1:42 AM, Hulkster said:^
awesome.
however, they really should have continued the 5.5 gear ratio model from the I series over.
I don't understand shimano?
Someone should weigh the gears between the two reels to see if their weight is different.
Yumeya reply :
rippin-lips reply :
Added a 92mm ZPI handle to the steez also. Don’t mind the red bolt, it’ll be gone soon. Waiting on a small parts order from Mayumi at Leceil Style.
A-Jay reply :
Travel Rod Arsenal ~
A-Jay
A-Jay reply :
I think Brent was getting lonely.
So now he has Seth to keep him company.
A-Jay
Big-Bass reply :
On 6/29/2018 at 12:01 AM, A-Jay said:
I think Brent was getting lonely.
So now he has Seth to keep him company.
A-Jay
What techniques are you using the Seth rod for? I have the Cronos version of his rod.
A-Jay reply :
On 6/29/2018 at 1:25 AM, Big-Bass said:What techniques are you using the Seth rod for? I have the Cronos version of his rod.
Mostly 3/32 to 1/8 oz hair jigs ~
Some 'light', open water Neko rigging.
But I usually Neko in some cover so this stick is a little light for that.
Super Sweet for that hair deal though.
A-Jay
Looking for the big one reply :
@A-Jay How is the methods casting rod? I’ve got the 7’ spinning model with an original Penn 360 on it and am loving it for inshore fishing. If you have the 7’4” Heavy model I’d love any input? Would probably be paired with a Cardiff 300.
A-Jay reply :
On 6/29/2018 at 6:35 AM, Looking for the big one said:@A-Jay How is the methods casting rod? I’ve got the 7’ spinning model with an original Penn 360 on it and am loving it for inshore fishing. If you have the 7’4” Heavy model I’d love any input? Would probably be paired with a Cardiff 300.
I like it. I have two of the MH/H casting sticks.
The Dual Power blanks, multi piece rod that connects with several sections to create different actions.
The Spigot Ferrule design creates rod piece connections that are stronger than traditional multi section rods and give rods pure crisp action. TAC Handle Provides increased grip in all fishing conditions, more durable than cork and provides enhanced grip when wet. Includes a hard travel tube Tube.
The rod kit itself consists of 5 pieces which you can join together 3 pieces at a time to create 4 different rods. (This particular rod is a 7’4″ casting):
(1) Butt End which includes the grip and reel seat and serves as the “base” for construction of the rod
(2) Midsection pieces which will determine the action of the rod you want. For this rod the mid sections include a”Fast” and “Moderate Fast” blank.
(2) Tip sections are then added to the butt end and the mid piece you select to create the power you want. In this case “Medium Heavy” or “Heavy”.
Thus, the effective permutations I could end up with this particular 7’4″ rod are:
Fast Action & Medium Heavy Power ( ~6.18 oz weight)
Fast Action & Heavy Power ( ~6.27 oz weight)
Moderate Fast Action & Medium Heavy Power ( ~6.06 oz weight)
Moderate Fast Action & Heavy Power ( ~6.14 oz weight)
What does this mean to you as an angler? It allows you to have a better tool for the job at hand regardless of where your random fishing adventure takes you. For example I’ve used the rod as a “Fast” action “Heavy” power rod for throwing some of my favorite soft plastics & Jigs. I’ve also used the rod as a “Moderate Fast” action “Medium Heavy” power to fish crank/rattle baits & topwaters with great success.
Price is Very reasonable for what you get.
Since they've been discontinued, they are becoming a little difficult to find.
A-Jay
Big-Bass reply :
On 6/29/2018 at 3:43 AM, A-Jay said:Mostly 3/32 to 1/8 oz hair jigs ~
Some 'light', open water Neko rigging.
But I usually Neko in some cover so this stick is a little light for that.
Super Sweet for that hair deal though.
A-Jay
Is it a solid or tubular tip on that rod?
A-Jay reply :
On 6/30/2018 at 9:09 AM, Big-Bass said:Is it a solid or tubular tip on that rod?
No clue - but it fishes quite nicely.
Perhaps contact Diawa.
A-Jay
ohboyitsrobby reply :
1st pic is the starting lineup for tonight. from left to right. 7'4 mh fast st croix ltb with a 7.3:1 pflueger trion, lews David fritts perfect crank 7'6 mh, falcon lowrider 7' Mansfield special m/m, falcon cara t7 7'3 mh with a bps formula 6.8:1, st croix mojo 7'1 mh/f with a pinnacle solene 7:1, and a daiwa laguna 6'6" medium fast with a Browning superlight. 2nd pic is everything else
The Bassman reply :
This is a favorite of mine. Curado 100B with Chronarch 50 MG spool. An updated handle to finish it and this reel casts and performs as good as anything current (at least in my opinion).
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CrankFate reply :
Finally. After a month, the shallow spool arrived for my Daiwa Tatula CT 7.3. It has ceramic bearings from Boca, Hawgtech and Smooth Drag. Carbontex from Smooth Drag, greased with Cals. Not necessary on this reel, the stock drag might actually be better. All bearings oiled with ReelX or CorrosionX. Color parts from Hedgehog Studios, Ray’s Studio, Daiwa. The spool is generic from Ali Express. This will be used for light baits. Had it casting great yesterday with 50lb braid that was just too heavy. It’s now spooled with purple .20mm 25lb braid. Hopefully tomorrow I’ll catch a monster, but I’ll probably be tying rigs for the kids the whole time. This is my present for busting my *** for the last year..... I thought it was going to be lighter with the new parts, oh well. But strangely, the generic spool works with the mag system about 5x better than the original Daiwa spool. Didn’t expect that. I call this reel why get a Steez when you can get one of these?
It’s not going to feel complete until the preordered Daiwa black spool tension cap with tatula spider logo ???? arrives in September.
new2BC4bass reply :
On 7/1/2018 at 4:44 AM, The Bassman said:This is a favorite of mine. Curado 100B with Chronarch 50 MG spool. An updated handle to finish it and this reel casts and performs as good as anything current (at least in my opinion).
Nice! I have a stock Chronarch 100B. Like you said, these things will cast as far any of the newer reels I've tried....and I've tried a few.
Scarborough817 reply :
Couple pickups from this week. I've been searching for a nice finesse rod for a while so I finalally pulled the trigger on a dobyn's champion extreme 702 SF I found for $250. Then paired her up with a brand new tatula lt 2000 cannot wait for this weekend to test it out on some smallies
rippin-lips reply :
Their 702 casting rod was awesome. I wish they wouldn’t of gotten rid of it.
fvogel67 reply :
Older made in Japan Shimanos
Aquaftm45 reply :
Daiwa HLC, Daiwa Morethan, Daiwa Battler, IS Red Galaxy, IS UC, Certate 3500HD, JDM Exist 2510
BaitFinesse reply :
Tat SV on Megabass Hyuga 7'2"H. Purple power!
fishwizzard reply :
On 7/22/2018 at 4:37 PM, BaitFinesse said:Tat SV on Megabass Hyuga 7'2"H. Purple power!
Very nice! I am really digging my Hyuga, it's good for such a range of presentations. I mostly bought it for small/medium swimbaits, but it has worked out great for heavy topwaters and frogging. I
BaitFinesse reply :
On 7/23/2018 at 12:34 AM, fishwizzard said:Very nice! I am really digging my Hyuga, it's good for such a range of presentations. I mostly bought it for small/medium swimbaits, but it has worked out great for heavy topwaters and frogging. I
The rod loads up and casts 5/8 oz frogs really well. What do you think the comfortable upper limit is for this rod? 4 oz seems a bit much but all I have done is throw frogs.
fishwizzard reply :
On 7/23/2018 at 1:06 AM, BaitFinesse said:The rod loads up and casts 5/8 oz frogs really well. What do you think the comfortable upper limit is for this rod? 4 oz seems a bit much but all I have done is throw frogs.
Yea, 4oz is way too generous. I feel like at 2.5oz the Rat 50 is about the rod’s limit. It will lob it a mile and has plenty of power to work it back or even burn it back like a foot down, but for short range pitching and casting, the rod feels a bit too light to make soft landings easy. I wish there was like a Rat 45 at like 2oz or someting. At ~1.5oz, an S-Waver 168s is a perfect fit, casts amazingly well and the rod’s taper keeps them pinned with almost no effort.
BaitFinesse reply :
On 7/23/2018 at 2:48 AM, fishwizzard said:Yea, 4oz is way too generous. I feel like at 2.5oz the Rat 50 is about the rod’s limit. It will lob it a mile and has plenty of power to work it back or even burn it back like a foot down, but for short range pitching and casting, the rod feels a bit too light to make soft landings easy. I wish there was like a Rat 45 at like 2oz or someting. At ~1.5oz, an S-Waver 168s is a perfect fit, casts amazingly well and the rod’s taper keeps them pinned with almost no effort.
Thanks that seems about right.
HazeRVA reply :
Humble beginnings
Abu Garcia Vengeance 6'9" MHF / Abu Ultra Max 6.4:1
My son's Lew's American Hero Spinning combo
Abu Garcia Vendetta 7' MHF / Daiwa Fuego CT 8.1:1
Joshua van Wyk reply :
On 7/23/2018 at 7:33 PM, HazeRVA said:Humble beginnings
Abu Garcia Vengeance 6'9" MHF / Abu Ultra Max 6.4:1
My son's Lew's American Hero Spinning combo
Abu Garcia Vendetta 7' MHF / Daiwa Fuego CT 8.1:1
I have the same vendetta fuego combo! Just in a 7'3 mhf
Burke reply :
My latest....
fishwizzard reply :
They are such great reels. If you find the braking too strong, getting the inductor spring swapped is a very cheap and worthwhile upgrade.
Burke reply :
On 7/25/2018 at 7:47 AM, fishwizzard said:They are such great reels. If you find the braking too strong, getting the inductor spring swapped is a very cheap and worthwhile upgrade.
Do tell about the inductor spring swap. If you don't mind telling where I can get one of those to test it out.
rippin-lips reply :
On 7/25/2018 at 9:40 AM, Burke said:Do tell about the inductor spring swap. If you don't mind telling where I can get one of those to test it out.
You can purchase the stronger spring from Bryan at The Tackle Trap in Al. Not hard to swap out but it will test your nerves for sure. Very small parts can go flying.
fishwizzard reply :
Hah, yea, I was far too chicken to do it myself so I sent a few spools that needed work off to TT. Very reaspnable pricing and fast turnaround.
chubaka reply :
Sold my Antares DC. Got a Tatula SV to replace it. Call me crazy. Planning to tune it out.
rippin-lips reply :
On 7/25/2018 at 7:55 PM, fishwizzard said:Hah, yea, I was far too chicken to do it myself so I sent a few spools that needed work off to TT. Very reaspnable pricing and fast turnaround.
I’ve done more than I can remember and still each time I say to myself “why did I decide to do this again” If I had a 3rd hand it would be so much easier.
Big-Bass reply :
On 7/25/2018 at 6:01 AM, Burke said:My latest....
You're gonna love it!
CrankFate reply :
Oh well, the $37 generic spool from China that I was using broke last night. I thought I just backlashed doing a few Happy Gilmore style casts with minimal braking because there were other people around. But nope. First cast today sounded like a damaged ball bearing, which never happened to me before and would’ve got me mad because I’m using bocas. So I popped the side plate off and pieces starting falling out of the spool. And that my friends is why Daiwa spools cost over $100................
I kept fishing and it felt like the old days today. No brakes or magnets, just one spool tension knob and my thumb. And of course no fish, except all the bites from all the fish the same size as my bait.
yes, that washer is bent.
BaitFinesse reply :
On 7/30/2018 at 9:05 AM, CrankFate said:Oh well, the $37 generic spool from China that I was using broke last night. I thought I just backlashed doing a few Happy Gilmore style casts with minimal braking because there were other people around. But nope. First cast today sounded like a damaged ball bearing, which never happened to me before and would’ve got me mad because I’m using bocas. So I popped the side plate off and pieces starting falling out of the spool. And that my friends is why Daiwa spools cost over $100................
I kept fishing and it felt like the old days today. No brakes or magnets, just one spool tension knob and my thumb. And of course no fish, except all the bites from all the fish the same size as my bait.
yes, that washer is bent.
I've heard of the inductor separating from the air brake on the Ray's spools but never bent washers like that. You might be able to slavage it as a fixed inductor spool and replace with a Ray's DIY Long Cast. Does the inductor spin freely on the black plastic peice it is attached to? It shouldn't and if it does it will need to be reglued.
rippin-lips reply :
What’s it for? I’ll give you $10 for it shipped. It is broken.
CrankFate reply :
On 7/31/2018 at 12:25 PM, rippin-lips said:What’s it for? I’ll give you $10 for it shipped. It is broken.
I contacted the seller, he offered to exchange it or send me a c-clip for it. I am waiting for his reply from China. If he has a spring, too I’ll have it working again in 54 days when the c-clip and spring arrive from China ????
CrankFate reply :
On 7/30/2018 at 1:21 PM, BaitFinesse said:
I've heard of the inductor separating from the air brake on the Ray's spools but never bent washers like that. You might be able to slavage it as a fixed inductor spool and replace with a Ray's DIY Long Cast. Does the inductor spin freely on the black plastic peice it is attached to? It shouldn't and if it does it will need to be reglued.
The black plastic like material looks to be decent quality and is holding fine. I think the rubber retainer disintegrated from casting so hard with the Boca bearings. I continued fishing with it for a few hours without the inductor. It was an experience, but I wasn’t going home. If the seller sends me a c-clip and spring, I’ll be able to salvage it. I can probably get a better quality washer in Home Depot for .10c
The bent washer is strange, but these are similar to the thin washers that some reels have just over or under the ball bearings. They aren’t as thick as the shadow in the pic makes it look.
Lasher reply :
Now I need to decide on a new rod to pair it with. Something that will handle most chunk and wind presentations: crankbaits, chatterbaits, spinnerbaits, swimbaits, Etc.
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HazeRVA reply :
Nice! Loving mine.
rippin-lips reply :
Long wait but well worth it!
Big-Bass reply :
On 8/3/2018 at 7:33 AM, rippin-lips said:Long wait but well worth it!
Awesome reel! Is the base a TD-Z 103 or 105? Or with that line guide, an Air Metal TD-X?
rippin-lips reply :
On 8/3/2018 at 7:36 AM, Big-Bass said:Awesome reel! Is the base a TD-Z 103 or 105? Or with that line guide, an Air Metal TD-X?
Started life as a boring 103ml. The line guide is painted.
J Francho reply :
Dude! That's nice!
fishwizzard reply :
On 8/3/2018 at 7:33 AM, rippin-lips said:Long wait but well worth it!
Dude that thing is ill as hell. Bright metallic greens are the best colors.
By coincidence, my first TD-Z arrived today;
It's in pretty decent shape, with this bubbling on the foot being the worst.
I am looking for a replacement for a Steez SV TW that I am not in love with, so I thought I would give the TD-Z family a try. This one was like $100 on ebay so I thought I would take the chance. The drag is shot and the reel in general needs some love, but I spooled it up and it casts like a dream and is super comfortable to palm. I need to decide if I want to try to service/upgrade it myself of sent it out so someone can get it up to snuff for me.
rippin-lips reply :
@fishwizzard the stock tdz drag pressure is not that strong to begin with. A set of carbontex washers will help it out though. You can send it to Bryan at The Tackle Trap and he will take care of you. I had him do everything to mine that I just posted.
fishwizzard reply :
On 8/3/2018 at 10:38 PM, rippin-lips said:@fishwizzard the stock tdz drag pressure is not that strong to begin with. A set of carbontex washers will help it out though. You can send it to Bryan at The Tackle Trap and he will take care of you. I had him do everything to mine that I just posted.
I think I am going to do the drag myself, then fish it for a while before I send it off to make sure it's still comfortable after a few days of heavy fishing.
What spool are you running in yours?
rippin-lips reply :
Yeah, the drag install is an easy job. I have multiple spools for mine. I switch them out here and there. Currently I’m running the zillion 1016 sv with spring mod.
Big-Bass reply :
On 8/4/2018 at 3:57 AM, rippin-lips said:Yeah, the drag install is an easy job. I have multiple spools for mine. I switch them out here and there. Currently I’m running the zillion 1016 sv with spring mod.
Any quick tutorials on changing out the drag to Carbontex?
Looking for the big one reply :
@rippin-lips How does a TD-ito on a Dobyns Champ Extreme 702c sounds to you? I’m assuming you have both or have used both before. If I can’t find a good condition Ito I think a new Aldebaran MGL is what I’ll go with. Looking for a small topwater/jerkbait/weightless soft plastics setup. What are your thoughts on this?
rippin-lips reply :
On 8/4/2018 at 8:29 AM, Big-Bass said:Any quick tutorials on changing out the drag to Carbontex?
Just open it up and remove the drag stack from the main gear. Lay each piece out left right and work backwards when putting it back on the main gear. You are just swapping out the 3 washers for better material ones.
On 8/4/2018 at 11:08 AM, Looking for the big one said:@rippin-lips How does a TD-ito on a Dobyns Champ Extreme 702c sounds to you? I’m assuming you have both or have used both before. If I can’t find a good condition Ito I think a new Aldebaran MGL is what I’ll go with. Looking for a small topwater/jerkbait/weightless soft plastics setup. What are your thoughts on this?
702 is light imo but we have different preferences for rods. The 703 is labeled as a mh but Dobyns run 1 power lighter when fished. So it’s really a medium. I did enjoy that rod when I owned it. Yes, I have an ito too. Great reel but can be a pain to find in good shape. Just have to keep an eye out.
TroxBox reply :
On 6/9/2018 at 10:54 AM, kickerfish1 said:What high end outfit did you have or currently have, that you felt was not worth the price of admission?
I recently bought... and sold two St. Croix Legend Xs that ran me over $400ea. I know a lot of people love those rods, but to me, there was zero value in them. Here's an example of why:
I was prefishing for a tournament one time trying to find grass lines with a jackhammer chatterbait paired with a LegendX and a Metanium MGL. I'm sure most of us know that the jackhammer is the higher end of Z Mans collection and throws off some fantastic vibration under normal circumstances... Anyways, I threw that combo for about 2 hours that day. On deck, I had a $100 rod with a crappy Johnny Morris reel that I never really use with an origional chatterbait that I tied on months ago (it was cheaper equipment and more of a backup than anything). Somehow, that chatterbait from the cheaper pole came off the hook keeper and fell into the water but I didn't notice until I turned on the outbard to start crawling to another area while I sis some more graphing. Once I started moving, I noticed the origional zman chatterbait in the water next to me so I got up to reel it in and put it away and wow... That thing rattled my teeth it was vibrating down to rod so hard. I was blown away... I never picked up either one of those Legends again... Lesson learned that price really doesn't mean anything when it comes to quality. Now, I'm sure St. Croix makes excellent rods, I mean I hope so because people seem to really like 'em but I get better bottom feel and all around sensitivity with rods a quarter of the cost. Since, I replaced both those rods with another G.Loomis NRX and GLX, the only rods I personally feel are worth that kind of dough and I'm VERY timid to venture out and try a different brand again for this very reason. Now, I've found that high end reels are kind of different, once you get over the $300 range it becomes more of a preference issue... Most high end reels will perform very well, but the rods can make or break you and the fact that there are no real industry standards to follow, each company make their rods very different from the next and can make for a frustrating buyer experience with the money being spent.
Hope this answers your question
fishwizzard reply :
On 8/4/2018 at 12:37 PM, rippin-lips said:Great reel but can be a pain to find in good shape. Just have to keep an eye out.
There is a NIB right-handed on on ebay right now and I keep having to slap my hand away from my mouse to keep from buying it.
rippin-lips reply :
Curado DC with a few subtle changes.
puddlepuncher reply :
On 8/21/2018 at 11:40 PM, rippin-lips said:Curado DC with a few subtle changes.
Where did you order from to get a lefty so soon? Have you fished it yet? Cool handle.
burrows reply :
On 8/21/2018 at 11:40 PM, rippin-lips said:Curado DC with a few subtle changes.
How do you like it so far ? Was it worth it I canceled my order. You think you’ll be keeping this one?
Big-Bass reply :
On 8/21/2018 at 11:40 PM, rippin-lips said:Curado DC with a few subtle changes.
Nice reel. Where did you get those reel stands and what brand are they? I need a few. Thanks!
rippin-lips reply :
On 8/22/2018 at 1:37 AM, puddlepuncher said:
Where did you order from to get a lefty so soon? Have you fished it yet? Cool handle.
I ordered through Tackle Trap in AL. It’s not on my possession yet. That’s the Avail handle.
On 8/22/2018 at 7:32 AM, Burrows said:How do you like it so far ? Was it worth it I canceled my order. You think you’ll be keeping this one?
It shipped out today. I was waiting for some parts for it from Shimano. This was a finished pic after he installed them. If I don’t then I’ll sell it ha.
On 8/22/2018 at 8:54 AM, Big-Bass said:Nice reel. Where did you get those reel stands and what brand are they? I need a few. Thanks!
Not sure of the brand. They’re are just plastic ones from overseas. I have a handful that I got on eBay.
BaitFinesse reply :
On 8/22/2018 at 9:17 AM, rippin-lips said:I ordered through Tackle Trap in AL. It’s not on my possession yet. That’s the Avail handle.
It shipped out today. I was waiting for some parts for it from Shimano. This was a finished pic after he installed them. If I don’t then I’ll sell it ha.
Not sure of the brand. They’re are just plastic ones from overseas. I have a handful that I got on eBay.
What spool tension knob is on the reel? It looks like the stock knob but without the green. I might pick one of these up down the road and un-green it.
burrows reply :
On 8/22/2018 at 10:35 AM, BaitFinesse said:What spool tension knob is on the reel? It looks like the stock knob but without the green. I might pick one of these up down the road and un-green it.
The green is slick!
CrankFate reply :
I posted pics before of a reel I hooked up this summer. But not long after, the shallow spool I got off of AliExpress broke. Apparently, the spring loaded cup which operates the MagforceZ, was only secured with a rubber O Ring. I can only assume that the rubber O ring deteriorated and melted off on a hard cast. The metal washers that held the spring actually deformed, too!
So I contacted the seller in China even though the return period expired. He responded back and said he’d exchange it or he could send me a C-Clip and new spring. He said they had changed the way they make the spools and he was waiting for the new batch with metal C-Clips instead of rubber O-Rings. So I said there’s nothing wrong with the spool it’s just the spring is gone and the O-Ring is gone. He sent me a new C-Clip, two springs and a new washer.
It it was a PITA to install the spring, I had to get my wife to hold the spring down with a forceps when I popped the new O Ring on, but once I got it on, it felt exactly the same as the factory spool. With the rubber ring there must’ve been a tiny wobble or something because it felt less solid than it does now. With a 7’0” ML BPS Crankin Stick I am casting down to the spool knot with 3/8 oz and no overruns with any weight.
I was surprised the seller took care of that all the way from China, even after the return period expired.
First pic is broken. Second pic is + C-Clip and better washer. I put some coals grease on the clip to get it to stick, because otherwise I couldn’t snap it on.
still amazed he sent me anything after the return period!
Vincent_Diesel reply :
Derek1 reply :
Not gonna lie that looks pretty sweet.
rippin-lips reply :
On 9/6/2018 at 10:11 AM, Vincent_Diesel said:
One of my favorite reels. Great performing all around reel.
Vincent_Diesel reply :
Glad you dig. Going to get it wet this weekend, in the yard I was quite pleased, I thought my SV TW was good.
GeekFisher reply :
On 12/6/2009 at 3:09 AM, Redlinerobert said:Steezy,
You can pick up the pliers & kniife combo through Abel. The pliers I have are the larger #4's. They now have a cool bottle cap remover as well, not offered 7 years ago when I bought this set up.
http://www.abelreels.com/pages/pliers.htm
They offer different custom finishes as well as a nice leather sheath to carry on your belt. This black sheath was made for me by Arne, the gentleman that makes the sheaths for Abel.
A few more pics.
Another custom BBS.
Detail view of the Megabass Purple Dragon.
JDM Aldebaran with Bassart handle.
Alphas Ito.
Calcutta Cigar reel.
Steez Blitz and Steez 103 in the back, the front set up is a JDM Steez Wylie paired with a 103. This rod is 96% fiberglass. Too bad they never released it here in the states, it's an awesome rod!
My floating tackle box. ;D
@Redlinerobert we sadly can't see them anymore would love to see custom reels as they are not that common around here !
@J Francho on the first page pic:
I noticed LHR and RHR baitcasters. Are you using lefties for some technique like flippin/pitching ? Also, what is the spincast used for ? After using one lately, I wondered if I would not add a good ol' spincast to my arsenal for cranks ? I guess a spincast should fit any casting rod ?
rippin-lips reply :
Welcome to BR. What you quoted was 10 years old. That’s why the pic links aren’t working.
GeekFisher reply :
On 9/7/2018 at 11:01 AM, rippin-lips said:Welcome to BR. What you quoted was 10 years old. That’s why the pic links aren’t working.
I know but I think both members are still active ! I will post pics of my stuff soon but nothing to call home about
FrankN209 reply :
My new Daiwa SV103HL. I put a hawgtech 110mm handle on it.
Redlinerobert reply :
I have a few pics here and there, I imagine that you could do a search here.
Thanks!
Joshua van Wyk reply :
On 9/12/2018 at 7:08 AM, FrankN209 said:My new Daiwa SV103HL. I put a hawgtech 110mm handle on it.
You guys gotta stop making me jealous with these hawgtechs!
evilcatfish reply :
New frog/pitching reel: SV103XS, w/ ZPI spool bearings, 100mm carbon fiber handle, and Megabass Hyper knobs (2 bearings per) Not sure what else I may do to it other than getting a super tune this winter.
rippin-lips reply :
I just picked up this locally the other day. I dressed it up a bit with some spare parts I had around.
FrankN209 reply :
On 9/14/2018 at 2:50 AM, rippin-lips said:I just picked up this locally the other day. I dressed it up a bit with some spare parts I had around.
I really like that purple. I might check this out for mine also.
rippin-lips reply :
On 9/14/2018 at 2:59 AM, FrankN209 said:I really like that purple. I might check this out for mine also.
It's for sale haha. You can just buy the reel and it’s already done for you.
burrows reply :
You megabass diawa fans are fanatics!
Vincent_Diesel reply :
On 9/14/2018 at 2:36 AM, evilcatfish said:New frog/pitching reel: SV103XS, w/ ZPI spool bearings, 100mm carbon fiber handle, and Megabass Hyper knobs (2 bearings per) Not sure what else I may do to it other than getting a super tune this winter.
Where did this handle come from? Sweet!
evilcatfish reply :
On 9/20/2018 at 1:52 AM, Vincent_Diesel said:Where did this handle come from? Sweet!
Its from a company called "Basszone" and I ordered it from Thailand on ebay. Fit and finish is just as good as the much more expensive Daiwa/RCS carbon handles, though you'll need a couple extra shims to get the wiggle out of the knobs if you don't use the ones that come on it
Bass_Fishing_Socal reply :
On 9/6/2018 at 10:11 AM, Vincent_Diesel said:
You stole my setup? Lol
On 9/14/2018 at 4:45 AM, Burrows said:You megabass diawa fans are fanatics!
Finally I'm whole again, after been searching for this Crucial Dropshot rod to replace the one I broke. I hope I like it as much as my old rod (gen 2 vs gen1) despite it is being shorter and a little bit softer tip but same 1/8-3/8oz lure weight.
HazeRVA reply :
The three amigos. Newest addition in the middle. 6.4:1 Fuego CT on a 7' Falcon BuCoo SR Trapcaster
And the first of the cosmetic additions done too. Added a red handle nut washer. Red frame screws/brake dial screw/knob caps to come
Hopefully next up is a Tat SV on a St. Croix Avid X
Joshua van Wyk reply :
On 9/23/2018 at 4:46 AM, HazeRVA said:The three amigos. Newest addition in the middle. 6.4:1 Fuego CT on a 7' Falcon BuCoo SR Trapcaster
And the first of the cosmetic additions done too. Added a red handle nut washer. Red frame screws/brake dial screw/knob caps to come
Hopefully next up is a Tat SV on a St. Croix Avid X
I have the same combo that I use for frogging!
HazeRVA reply :
Nice! Fuego/Vendetta? Mine too, with some jigs obviously.
HazeRVA reply :
Didn't want to start a thread on this and know a bunch of have ordered from Hedgehog. What is the turnaround like? Going to be making an order soon and was just curious what the expected wait time is with it coming from overseas? A couple weeks? A month? More?
Thanks!
fishwizzard reply :
On 9/27/2018 at 11:50 PM, HazeRVA said:Didn't want to start a thread on this and know a bunch of have ordered from Hedgehog. What is the turnaround like? Going to be making an order soon and was just curious what the expected wait time is with it coming from overseas? A couple weeks? A month? More?
Thanks!
My last order was placed on 9/16 and the package arrived on the east coast on 9/21. It seemed faster then ususal though.
HazeRVA reply :
On 9/28/2018 at 12:19 AM, fishwizzard said:My last order was placed on 9/16 and the package arrived on the east coast on 9/21. It seemed faster then ususal though.
Awesome. Im in Richmond, VA so should be about the same. Even if its a little longer thats not bad at all. Thanks!
rippin-lips reply :
On 9/28/2018 at 12:39 AM, HazeRVA said:Awesome. Im in Richmond, VA so should be about the same. Even if its a little longer thats not bad at all. Thanks!
It depends on what shipping option you choose. EMS is $20 and usually gets delivered in like 3 days. Small packet air mail is $10 and generally takes about 1.5-2 weeks.
HazeRVA reply :
Perfect. Thank guys! You two were the first ones I thought of when I asked.
fishwizzard reply :
Speaking of Hedgehog....
I bought a beater TD-Z to see how I liked the platform. I am digging it like crazy and as it came with a badly stripped frame screw, I though I should do the sensible thing and tart it up a little. Right now it's got a RCS 1012 sv spool in it and it'a maybe the best casting reel I have ever used, both in distance and control. I have an ZPI PG spool in blue on backorder but I might cancel it and try a ZPI M instead as I am running 12lb floro on it. The reel needs a new drag in the worst way but I cannot find the d**n jar of drag grease I bought and refuse to buy another one. Im thinking of posting a "WTB: A Smear of drag grease in a ziplock" thread, but that jar must be here somewhere!
This reel is the fourth reel I have tied on my mbr783 and I think at long last I have found The One for this rod.
rippin-lips reply :
On 9/28/2018 at 7:55 AM, fishwizzard said:#1 - Right now it's got a RCS 1012 sv spool in it and it'a maybe the best casting reel I have ever used, both in distance and control.
#2 - I have an ZPI PG spool in blue on backorder.
#3 - The reel needs a new drag in the worst way.
#1 - That spool in a tdz is fantastic. It’s a great combo for anything.
#2 - the M is a faster spool than the PG. The PG in a tdz is probably one of the best setups I’ve used.
#3 - spend $8 on carbontex drag washers and run them dry. No need for grease on them.
fishwizzard reply :
On 9/29/2018 at 1:03 AM, rippin-lips said:#1 - That spool in a tdz is fantastic. It’s a great combo for anything.
#2 - the M is a faster spool than the PG. The PG in a tdz is probably one of the best setups I’ve used.
#3 - spend $8 on carbontex drag washers and run them dry. No need for grease on them.
1) It really is a great spool, I have stuck it in four different reels and it's great in all of them. I ordered the PG so I can stick the RCS in something else.
2) Yea, I keep going back and forth, I think I might just let the order stand and try the PG first.
3) Huh, I was under the impression that carbontex wanted a little grease for max smoothness? I have a few sets of Daiwa #1 washers around, I will give dry a shot. I have been fishing the reel a lot with the drag backed off and have been using my thumb on the spool to let line out. It's pretty interesting when anything the rod can't immediately overpower gets on the line.
In other news, I accidently bought a MC Benkei BIC-672L/BF the other week. Threw in a lowball ebay bid and forgot about it until I won. It's a pretty average L/F BFS rod. It seems pretty true to it's 1/16-1/4 rating, but seems like it would be good a but higher. The action was faster then I thought it would be, but it's still a little on the mod side of things. I have only had it out once and haven't caught anything of size on it. I have an embarrassment of BFS rods and I am going 100% this time I mean it, sell a few of them off any week now.
rippin-lips reply :
@fishwizzard
Carbontex is smooth enough when ran dry and I’ve never seen a need for grease. The grease helps with overheating the washers but in bass fishing there’s nothing to worry about there.
Big-Bass reply :
Here is one of my Daiwa SV105HS reels with some Hedgehog Studios "dress up" parts, red SV spool, PX-R cast control, RCS corks, Zaion star, 90mm handle, etc. This and the TDZ/OG Zillion/SV103 platforms are two of my favorites. I still may add a gunmetal mag dial screw. Best wishes on the water!
RB 77 reply :
On 9/30/2018 at 1:59 AM, rippin-lips said:@fishwizzard
Carbontex is smooth enough when ran dry and I’ve never seen a need for grease. The grease helps with overheating the washers but in bass fishing there’s nothing to worry about there.
I know some saltwater guys run them dry for max stopping power and they are definitely more than smooth enough dry, but they are just soooo buttery smooth with just a light film of Cal's grease!
Yumeya reply :
Shore fishing today..
fishwizzard reply :
On 10/7/2018 at 1:22 PM, Yumeya said:Shore fishing today..
Which XX is that? I am thirsting for a new spinning rod but cannot decide what I want.
HeyCoach reply :
Does St. Croix make the best rods on earth?
I love mine.
Yumeya reply :
On 10/7/2018 at 10:27 PM, fishwizzard said:Which XX is that? I am thirsting for a new spinning rod but cannot decide what I want.
Its the Whipsnake.
fishwizzard reply :
On 10/9/2018 at 1:38 AM, Yumeya said:Its the Whipsnake.
How ears you liking it? It's between that rod and the Addermine, I can't decide how powerful I want to go.
Yumeya reply :
I got both, I feel the Addermine has just a little more power....its literally hard to notice between the two.
Also the Addermine is a little more sensitive.
Both rods look and feel amazing to fish.
Addermine has fuji titanium sic guides, Orochi XX has fuji stainless steel sic guides
Is the Addermine worth the extra $100, I would say yes...
fishwizzard reply :
On 10/9/2018 at 9:59 AM, Yumeya said:I got both, I feel the Addermine has just a little more power....its literally hard to notice between the two.
Is the Addermine worth the extra $100, I would say yes..
That basically sums up my dilemma, they’re only half a power apart I feel like I should go with the Addermine as I have plenty of options for the lighter side of things but don’t really have a good spinning rod I can fish wacky senkos with.
Logan S reply :
On 10/10/2018 at 12:50 AM, fishwizzard said:I have plenty of options for the lighter side of things but don’t really have a good spinning rod I can fish wacky senkos with.
FWIW, I love the XX Ronin for wacky senkos...Lots of other things too. Even though it's an F4 I consider it to be less powerful than the F3.5 Shakeyhead (XX and Levante). I'm usually skipping wacky senkos around docks and stuff so I don't like to go too light on power, Ronin fits the bill perfectly.
No freeloading: MB Black Jungle - Deep Crank / Slow Roll (F5-71XBJ)....Which I've found to be an awesome chatterbait rod. Haven't used the Robin Blade yet, but it should get a thorough testing here shortly. Core MG7 is getting old these days but I've yet to find a reel I like better.
The Bassman reply :
On 10/10/2018 at 1:26 AM, Logan S said:FWIW, I love the XX Ronin for wacky senkos...Lots of other things too. Even though it's an F4 I consider it to be less powerful than the F3.5 Shakeyhead (XX and Levante). I'm usually skipping wacky senkos around docks and stuff so I don't like to go too light on power, Ronin fits the bill perfectly.
No freeloading: MB Black Jungle - Deep Crank / Slow Roll (F5-71XBJ)....Which I've found to be an awesome chatterbait rod. Haven't used the Robin Blade yet, but it should get a thorough testing here shortly. Core MG7 is getting old these days but I've yet to find a reel I like better.
These and Chronarch D's still fetch big $$. Great old reels. Thought the palm side bearing setup was nifty.
Big-Bass reply :
On 10/10/2018 at 1:26 AM, Logan S said:FWIW, I love the XX Ronin for wacky senkos...Lots of other things too. Even though it's an F4 I consider it to be less powerful than the F3.5 Shakeyhead (XX and Levante). I'm usually skipping wacky senkos around docks and stuff so I don't like to go too light on power, Ronin fits the bill perfectly.
No freeloading: MB Black Jungle - Deep Crank / Slow Roll (F5-71XBJ)....Which I've found to be an awesome chatterbait rod. Haven't used the Robin Blade yet, but it should get a thorough testing here shortly. Core MG7 is getting old these days but I've yet to find a reel I like better.
What bladed jig is that?
Logan S reply :
On 10/10/2018 at 10:12 PM, Big-Bass said:What bladed jig is that?
Megabass Robin Blade. I normally don't like chatters without directly-attached blades, but I'm a MB junkie so I had to grab a couple to try.
Supposedly it was designed this way to run deeper without rising and have a 'hunting' action...I generally need my bladed-jigs to run shallower over thick grass, but there are some lakes where I can get on a deeper, non-grass chatter bite so I'll be trying the Robin Blade there.
A-Jay reply :
Scored a Hawg Tech Prototype for the Tranx ~
Just in time to accompany me south of the border to hunt Mutants
A-Jay
Scrapiron reply :
On 10/7/2018 at 1:22 PM, Yumeya said:Shore fishing today..
What reel is that? A Luvias or a Steez?
BTW, nice Bihn! I've got the Synapse 25- over 4-5 years it's held up amazing for doing "one bag travel" over the world.
Yumeya reply :
On 10/13/2018 at 7:11 PM, Scrapiron said:What reel is that? A Luvias or a Steez?
BTW, nice Bihn! I've got the Synapse 25- over 4-5 years it's held up amazing for doing "one bag travel" over the world.
Thanks, I love the Synapse 25.
The reel is the Steez type II high speed from Japan.
BlackIce3758 reply :
This just showed up at my doorstep...
Columbia Craw reply :
On 10/20/2018 at 7:49 AM, BlackIce3758 said:This just showed up at my doorstep...
I would love to hear your opinion on this model. I'm contemplating the 754.
BlackIce3758 reply :
Paired with and 8.1:1 SV
BlackIce3758 reply :
On 10/20/2018 at 7:59 AM, Columbia Craw said:
I would love to hear your opinion on this model. I'm contemplating the 754.
Go to tackle warehouse.. I wrote a small review at the bottom of the page now that these rods are available through them
Columbia Craw reply :
Trying the new Tatula 100HS and it is a caster.
BlackIce3758 reply :
On 10/20/2018 at 12:37 PM, Columbia Craw said:Trying the new Tatula 100HS and it is a caster.
Hows the tatula 100?.. I was considering picking up one of these myself but went with the SV again because I love the way it feels. Very mechanical like. Unlike the Shimano reels I own which are extremely smooth. I was also hesitant because I've seen the new cg 80 and wasnt very happy with paint overspray inside the spool cavity. So I went with another 8.1:1 sv. I like smaller reels. I love my currado 70, mgxtreme, and alderbaran because they are small and fit my hand better.
Columbia Craw reply :
I just got it so all I have is " yard time" to check it out. It is very similar in size to the CT models. It is under seven ounces. the spool tension came preset from the factory and the spool tension knob is both recessed in a raised collar and very hard to turn. That was not an issue. The reel is very smooth, not unlike my Tat SV or CT R's.
The reel's control was set at 6 from the factory. Spooled it was #14 Super Natural. tied up a 3/8 jig only and started pitchin with it. Dropped the control to zero and was really pleased how the line came off. I also like the knobs a lot. moved the Mag Force back to 6 and started long casting with a 7-3 MH and the first cast was a bomb. Retrieve was very smooth. I was really surprised at the distance I could achieve with such little effort.
Two things I found to be very positive: The progression of the Magforce setting is amazing. Each click produces a noticeable change in control. I could really dial the reel in to gain maximum distance with control. The 100 is a long caster. The second is the dis-engaging and re-engaging of the T wing. My other T wing models are loud when they engage. The 100 was much less noticeable. Firm but quieter, much more like a reel with traditional line guide system.
I have big hands so the reel did feel smaller to me but comfortable to palm. Glad for the 90 MM handle. I'm liking what I see so far. To be frank, I did get a great deal on it, 109.00 so that was nice.
BlackIce3758 reply :
On 10/21/2018 at 5:45 AM, Columbia Craw said:I just got it so all I have is " yard time" to check it out. It is very similar in size to the CT models. It is under seven ounces. the spool tension came preset from the factory and the spool tension knob is both recessed in a raised collar and very hard to turn. That was not an issue. The reel is very smooth, not unlike my Tat SV or CT R's.
The reel's control was set at 6 from the factory. Spooled it was #14 Super Natural. tied up a 3/8 jig only and started pitchin with it. Dropped the control to zero and was really pleased how the line came off. I also like the knobs a lot. moved the Mag Force back to 6 and started long casting with a 7-3 MH and the first cast was a bomb. Retrieve was very smooth. I was really surprised at the distance I could achieve with such little effort.
Two things I found to be very positive: The progression of the Magforce setting is amazing. Each click produces a noticeable change in control. I could really dial the reel in to gain maximum distance with control. The 100 is a long caster. The second is the dis-engaging and re-engaging of the T wing. My other T wing models are loud when they engage. The 100 was much less noticeable. Firm but quieter, much more like a reel with traditional line guide system.
I have big hands so the reel did feel smaller to me but comfortable to palm. Glad for the 90 MM handle. I'm liking what I see so far. To be frank, I did get a great deal on it, 109.00 so that was nice.
That sounds like a solid little reel. Thank you for that. I may reconsider picking up one. My 7'2" MH abu ike rod doesn't have a reel on it. I was debating between tatula 100 reel or the color matching ike abu reel that t.w. just added to their inventory about 3 weeks ago. Is it sad I'm that much of a tackle junkie, I know when t.w. posts new gear?
rippin-lips reply :
????????????
rippin-lips reply :
Timeless beauty, with some personal touches.
JoshFromBolo reply :
One of my most beautiful combos
rippin-lips reply :
I was gifted a cool set of old school zpi knobs from a nice Australian fella.
Harold Scoggins reply :
On 10/21/2018 at 9:40 PM, rippin-lips said:????????????
Some of these Daiwa reels I see on here really look nice. I may have to cross over to the "Dark Side" someday.
18RangerZ520L reply :
Recently updated my arsenal...
Sold all 10 of my Aldebaran 50's and got 10 Metanium MGL XG's. Also sold my 4 Exsence 3000's and got 4 Stella FJ 3000's.
Arsenal as of now:
(10) Shimano Metanium MGL XG's
(4) Shimano Stella FJ 3000's
(4) Shimano Calcutta 400D's
(14) Shimano/G. Loomis Conquests
(4) G. Loomis IMX Pro's - 3 swimbait, 1 crankbait
Alex from GA reply :
Here are a couple of my worm rods.
JohnFromLisbon reply :
Here we go.
Just got these this week. The G. Loomis GLX 785 crank bait rod and the Shimano Chronarch 201E5. I've wanted this combo since it came out. At the time I was working an entry level job and living alone, so it was pretty much out of the question. I never really gave up on the idea, and about 7 years and a lot of Facebook "for sale" posts on local groups later, here it is!
Now I know what you're going to say. "But that's just a Curado E painted white!" and "that particular GLX wasn't as good as the current one, the gloss finish added weight to it. And a GLX for cranking is just overkill!".
I agree. But look how awesome it looks! ????
GeekFisher reply :
On 11/29/2018 at 6:56 AM, JohnFromLisbon said:Here we go.
Just got these this week. The G. Loomis GLX 785 crank bait rod and the Shimano Chronarch 201E5. I've wanted this combo since it came out. At the time I was working an entry level job and living alone, so it was pretty much out of the question. I never really gave up on the idea, and about 7 years and a lot of Facebook "for sale" posts on local groups later, here it is!
Now I know what you're going to say. "But that's just a Curado E painted white!" and "that particular GLX wasn't as good as the current one, the gloss finish added weight to it. And a GLX for cranking is just overkill!".
I agree. But look how awesome it looks! ????
When an angler fantasizes on a piece of equipment, a journey starts to get it. I recently stumbled upon a Fenwick Techna AV and I just got to own a second one (first one is a two pieces)
I received the reel to pair with it at job today (KK Spartacus Plus)
Will pick it up tomorrow, can't wait!
JohnFromLisbon reply :
On 11/29/2018 at 10:18 AM, GeekFisher said:When an angler fantasizes on a piece of equipment, a journey starts to get it.
Ain't that the truth. It's the only possible explanation for buying old Chronarchs and Curados at *new* Curado prices. Man, those things shot up in value, at least around here.
fvogel67 reply :
On 11/29/2018 at 10:18 AM, GeekFisher said:When an angler fantasizes on a piece of equipment, a journey starts to get it. I recently stumbled upon a Fenwick Techna AV and I just got to own a second one (first one is a two pieces)
I received the reel to pair with it at job today (KK Spartacus Plus)
Will pick it up tomorrow, can't wait!
Agree,I have a strange obsession with made in Japan Shimano G and H Symetres and Made in Japan Shimano Sidestabs 1000 and 2000s
Burke reply :
On 11/29/2018 at 6:56 AM, JohnFromLisbon said:
Am seeing that you pair it up with red braid line ? Wicked !
JohnFromLisbon reply :
On 12/1/2018 at 6:25 AM, Burke said:Am seeing that you pair it up with red braid line ? Wicked !
It's just a piece of red electrical tape holding the line on the spool. But you're on to something with the red braid, I might give it a go ????
JoshFromBolo reply :
On 11/29/2018 at 6:56 AM, JohnFromLisbon said:Here we go.
Just got these this week. The G. Loomis GLX 785 crank bait rod and the Shimano Chronarch 201E5. I've wanted this combo since it came out. At the time I was working an entry level job and living alone, so it was pretty much out of the question. I never really gave up on the idea, and about 7 years and a lot of Facebook "for sale" posts on local groups later, here it is!
Now I know what you're going to say. "But that's just a Curado E painted white!" and "that particular GLX wasn't as good as the current one, the gloss finish added weight to it. And a GLX for cranking is just overkill!".
I agree. But look how awesome it looks! ????
Thats different man, I love it!
rippin-lips reply :
Picked up a discontinued HHS drag star for the SV103.
Big-Bass reply :
On 12/4/2018 at 7:56 AM, rippin-lips said:Picked up a discontinued HHS drag star for the SV103.
Your SV103 reels keep getting better and better!
Where did you get those bumpers for that reel?
rippin-lips reply :
On 12/5/2018 at 9:11 AM, Big-Bass said:Your SV103 reels keep getting better and better!
Where did you get those bumpers for that reel?
The star fell in my lap for cheap, so I couldn’t pass it up. They were sent out to be anodized orange. Pricey, but they add a nice touch.
Big-Bass reply :
On 12/5/2018 at 9:45 AM, rippin-lips said:The star fell in my lap for cheap, so I couldn’t pass it up. They were sent out to be anodized orange. Pricey, but they add a nice touch.
They sure do.
CrankFate reply :
Got the Tatula 100XS today and opened it before Christmas. It’s definitely ????
Ive been waiting a good 15 years for this reel. All around amazing feel. Just hope it fishes well on a rod. The round gear box is somewhat strangely oriented, but everything else appears too well put together for the price.
My first impression is this is what the Smoke should have been. And it smells like a different oil than anything else I’ve ever smelled. More like a synthetic or Teflon smell, like a fresh no stick frying pan set.
The stuff is always the easy part. Getting the fish is another story.
Dirtyeggroll reply :
On 12/8/2018 at 11:26 AM, CrankFate said:Got the Tatula 100XS today and opened it before Christmas. It’s definitely ????
Ive been waiting a good 15 years for this reel. All around amazing feel. Just hope it fishes well on a rod. The round gear box is somewhat strangely oriented, but everything else appears too well put together for the price.
My first impression is this is what the Smoke should have been. And it smells like a different oil than anything else I’ve ever smelled. More like a synthetic or Teflon smell, like a fresh no stick frying pan set.
The stuff is always the easy part. Getting the fish is another story.
I’m so in love with the cast control knobs on these reels. Waiting on purple ones to match the SV XS reels.
CrankFate reply :
On 12/8/2018 at 11:10 PM, Dirtyeggroll said:I’m so in love with the cast control knobs on these reels. Waiting on purple ones to match the SV XS reels.
Me too, kinda. I converted my Tatula CT 7 speed from red to purple. I just need to order a purple magforce dial, since that’s the last red part on the reel. But I cant find them online now. I finally got the black spool tension dial with tatula spider on it about 2 weeks ago, after waiting over 6 months for it on pre order. It just won’t be done until that red magforce dial is replaced with a purple one.
Columbia Craw reply :
I have to admit I've never factored the aroma of a reel into my purchase. Mine smelled like Vick's Vapo Rub.
rippin-lips reply :
Mine generally smell like Japanese news papers.
fishwizzard reply :
On 12/9/2018 at 2:02 PM, rippin-lips said:Mine generally smell like Japanese news papers.
We heat our house with a woodstove and the "paper basket" seems to have more and more Japanese news papers it it every year.
rippin-lips reply :
Speaking of Japanese newspapers, this showed up today from Japan. Some will know what’s so special about it.
Big-Bass reply :
On 12/11/2018 at 4:00 AM, rippin-lips said:Speaking of Japanese newspapers, this showed up today from Japan. Some will know what’s so special about it.
Sure thing! That spool can fetch some serious $$$!
ratherbfishin1 reply :
Hey @rippin-lips, have you ever posted a picture of all your setups at once. I would be very interested to see that. While I am more of a lews fan, I have to admit I really dig your customized reels.
rippin-lips reply :
On 12/11/2018 at 4:21 AM, ratherbfishin1 said:Hey @rippin-lips, have you ever posted a picture of all your setups at once. I would be very interested to see that. While I am more of a lews fan, I have to admit I really dig your customized reels.
I have not done a group photo. Looking at my reels it seems that at least all but maybe 1 or 2 have been posted at some point or another. 4 of them in the last few months for sure. Nothing wrong with Lews at all. I actually started buying Lews after my first casting reel which was a bps pq. All of them treated me very well. I just got sucked in to Daiwa because of the customization aspect of it. Coming from a background in cars as a hobby it just appealed to me.
ratherbfishin1 reply :
On 12/11/2018 at 4:27 AM, rippin-lips said:I have not done a group photo. Looking at my reels it seems that at least all but maybe 1 or 2 have been posted at some point or another. 4 of them in the last few months for sure. Nothing wrong with Lews at all. I actually started buying Lews after my first casting reel which was a bps pq. All of them treated me very well. I just got sucked in to Daiwa because of the customization aspect of it. Coming from a background in cars as a hobby it just appealed to me.
Yeah I understand, If I had the money to be doing the customizations and stuff you do, trust me I would be a Daiwa fan.
rippin-lips reply :
On 12/11/2018 at 4:29 AM, ratherbfishin1 said:Yeah I understand, If I had the money to be doing the customizations and stuff you do, trust me I would be a Daiwa fan.
That’s a rabbit hole that you don’t want to go down.
CrankFate reply :
On 12/9/2018 at 4:43 AM, Columbia Craw said:I have to admit I've never factored the aroma of a reel into my purchase. Mine smelled like Vick's Vapo Rub.
If you sit around all winter playing Alan Tani with your reels, you start to get used to the smell of all the different greases and oils.....
rippin-lips reply :
On 12/11/2018 at 4:00 AM, rippin-lips said:
Well that escalated quickly! If you have a special spool, it deserves a special reel to be painted up.
fishwizzard reply :
On 12/19/2018 at 7:35 AM, rippin-lips said:Well that escalated quickly! If you have a special spool, it deserves a special reel to be painted up.
Are you painting it up yourself?
rippin-lips reply :
On 12/19/2018 at 8:41 AM, fishwizzard said:Are you painting it up yourself?
Yes, sir.
fishwizzard reply :
On 12/19/2018 at 9:23 AM, rippin-lips said:Yes, sir.
Good luck! You are far braver than I.
rippin-lips reply :
On 12/19/2018 at 11:52 AM, fishwizzard said:Good luck! You are far braver than I.
I’m pretty familiar with painting things. It’ll be done with primer/base/clear just like a car. Obviously a little different than a fender or door, but it’ll be fine. Good prep work is the main key. Crappy prep equals crappy end results.
Big-Bass reply :
On 12/19/2018 at 7:35 AM, rippin-lips said:Well that escalated quickly! If you have a special spool, it deserves a special reel to be painted up.
You should sell me that spool!
fishwizzard reply :
On 12/19/2018 at 1:28 PM, rippin-lips said:Good prep work is the main key. Crappy prep equals crappy end results.
This is why I am not to be trusted for anything more complex then a very small room with minimal windows and trim. Can't wait to see what you do with it.
This is the combo and lure I am devoting this winter to:
Rod is a Dobyn's FR795SB, Reel is an SSS Ringa with 6.8 gears, a Zillion sv spool, carbonex drag, and a big fat power handle. The lure is the ever wonderful Hudd 68 Special ROS 5 in Phantom Rainbow.
The plan is to try and spend an hour or two every other day throwing it in a few of my local ponds. They are all places I know hold reasonable numbers of 3-4lb class LMBs and I want to see if I can find a larger on in any of them. So far I am 1 Hudd down and have had maybe one bump in about 6-7 trips. Right now I am throwing them on .40 mono but am thinking about switching to braid to get me a little more bottom-feel, if only to help keep me focused.
rippin-lips reply :
On 12/20/2018 at 2:58 AM, fishwizzard said:This is why I am not to be trusted for anything more complex then a very small room with minimal windows and trim. Can't wait to see what you do with it.
This is the combo and lure I am devoting this winter to:
I love the ringa. Such a nice looking reel. I really like how it’s raw and has that feel of being just a machined piece.
On 12/20/2018 at 1:11 AM, Big-Bass said:You should sell me that spool!
There’s a line of people who want it.
fishwizzard reply :
On 12/20/2018 at 3:04 AM, rippin-lips said:I love the ringa. Such a nice looking reel. I really like how it’s raw and has that feel of being just a machined piece.
I know, I love it so much. Bought it on a whim to try out a round reel and have fished it on about 5 different rods and it was amazing on all of them, from a 3oz swimbait to a weightless senko. With a 1012 sv spool it could cast a weightless trick worm pretty well, but it was obviously at it's lower limit. If I ever see an other one for a good price I am going to jump on it.
The only bad thing I will say about it is that it is sensitive to spool inductor height, so a lot of spools will not work in it. The stock sv103 spool being just ever so slightly too long and the ZPI PG spool being obviously too high.
rippin-lips reply :
On 12/20/2018 at 3:21 AM, fishwizzard said:I know, I love it so much. Bought it on a whim to try out a round reel and have fished it on about 5 different rods and it was amazing on all of them, from a 3oz swimbait to a weightless senko. With a 1012 sv spool it could cast a weightless trick worm pretty well, but it was obviously at it's lower limit. If I ever see an other one for a good price I am going to jump on it.
The only bad thing I will say about it is that it is sensitive to spool inductor height, so a lot of spools will not work in it. The stock sv103 spool being just ever so slightly too long and the ZPI PG spool being obviously too high.
You do have to be careful on spools. I had the 1012sv in my mono block and it was great. Furthest casting reel I had using a weightless senko. SV103 spool stinks so you aren’t missing anything there. Far too much braking on it. You can always swap out to a shorter inductor so it can be used. Zillion 1016sv has the short inductor and has impressed me in any reel I’ve tried it in so far. The Zpi M spool has a shorter inductor vs the PG also.
fishwizzard reply :
On 12/20/2018 at 3:32 AM, rippin-lips said:You do have to be careful on spools. I had the 1012sv in my mono block and it was great. Furthest casting reel I had using a weightless senko. SV103 spool stinks so you aren’t missing anything there. Far too much braking on it. You can always swap out to a shorter inductor so it can be used. Zillion 1016sv has the short inductor and has impressed me in any reel I’ve tried it in so far. The Zpi M spool has a shorter inductor vs the PG also.
Yea, I have a pair of sv103 spools with stiffer springs swapped into them, which helps a little but they are still far behind the Zillion 1016sv. The spring swap does free them up very nicely for heavier lures, which is why it's a bummer I can't use them in the Ringa for swimbaits. This just means I will have to find yet another home for the Ringa at some point.
What inductor would be a good fit for the sv103 spools? Right now I am just going to fill them with cheap 40lb braid and keep one in my car and one in my kayak stuff as spares in case I have an on the water "oops" and ruin a spool worth of line.
rippin-lips reply :
On 12/20/2018 at 3:42 AM, fishwizzard said:Yea, I have a pair of sv103 spools with stiffer springs swapped into them, which helps a little but they are still far behind the Zillion 1016sv. The spring swap does free them up very nicely for heavier lures, which is why it's a bummer I can't use them in the Ringa for swimbaits. This just means I will have to find yet another home for the Ringa at some point.
What inductor would be a good fit for the sv103 spools? Right now I am just going to fill them with cheap 40lb braid and keep one in my car and one in my kayak stuff as spares in case I have an on the water "oops" and ruin a spool worth of line.
The zillion 1016 sv inductor is short. I think mine were like $17 from Japan. I had 2 sv 103 spools that I removed .40 thousands from on a lathe. Removal of material was based on the inductor height from the zillion 1016 spool. Definitely made a big change when paired with the spring mod.
Smelter96 reply :
The Daiwas are cleaned with new drags installed. And it aint even January yet...
bigjean663 reply :
After experiencing the phrase “buy once cry once” I decided to pull the trigger on my first high end reel. Bought it this morning after returning some stuff to Academy. SVTW103HS and all I can say is wow...this thing is incredible. Can’t wait to get it on the water.
fishwizzard reply :
On 12/20/2018 at 5:47 AM, rippin-lips said:The zillion 1016 sv inductor is short. I think mine were like $17 from Japan. I had 2 sv 103 spools that I removed .40 thousands from on a lathe. Removal of material was based on the inductor height from the zillion 1016 spool. Definitely made a big change when paired with the spring mod.
Thanks for the info, I might send mine off to have the shorter inductor installed, might as well sink some more money into these spools.
Speaking of sinking money into things;
Found a deal too good to pass up on a Airy Red Pixzilla. I have wanted one for a while but never got around to buying a Pixy and moding it. This one is in outstanding shape and I am super pleased with it. It's on a cr721 at the moment and it's the make or break reel for this rod. I want to like it so badly but have never found a good role for it. I am gonna see if I can make it work as a Ned rig/light plastics rod.
BaitFinesse reply :
On 12/28/2018 at 6:19 AM, fishwizzard said:Thanks for the info, I might send mine off to have the shorter inductor installed, might as well sink some more money into these spools.
Speaking of sinking money into things;
Found a deal too good to pass up on a Airy Red Pixzilla. I have wanted one for a while but never got around to buying a Pixy and moding it. This one is in outstanding shape and I am super pleased with it. It's on a cr721 at the moment and it's the make or break reel for this rod. I want to like it so badly but have never found a good role for it. I am gonna see if I can make it work as a Ned rig/light plastics rod.
I like the Airy Red spool for Ned rigs. It is pretty much the opposite of an SV spool. It is very fast when pitched but still well controlled when cast but not SV controlled. It is a real treat to pitch light baits with that spool. I swear it can reach higher RPM on a pitch than a cast. It is like pitching light baits does not fully activate the Magforce V brake and the spool can really get to spinning.
fishwizzard reply :
On 12/28/2018 at 3:52 PM, BaitFinesse said:I like the Airy Red spool for Ned rigs. It is pretty much the opposite of an SV spool. It is very fast when pitched but still well controlled when cast but not SV controlled. It is a real treat to pitch light baits with that spool. I swear it can reach higher RPM on a pitch than a cast. It is like pitching light baits does not fully activate the Magforce V brake and the spool can really get to spinning.
Yea, I hope to find a 6’ rod that I like to stick it on. I have the Airy Red spool and a DIY spool both loaded with 4lb Mono to do a little head to head on my trout rod. I also stuck the ‘zilla with an og Pixy spool on a mbr783 and am going to give that a go as for a bit, I want to see how well I can get that rod to pitch/cast a weighless trickworm with it.
BaitFinesse reply :
On 12/28/2018 at 10:19 PM, fishwizzard said:Yea, I hope to find a 6’ rod that I like to stick it on. I have the Airy Red spool and a DIY spool both loaded with 4lb Mono to do a little head to head on my trout rod. I also stuck the ‘zilla with an og Pixy spool on a mbr783 and am going to give that a go as for a bit, I want to see how well I can get that rod to pitch/cast a weighless trickworm with it.
I would think the Ray's spool would outperform the Airy Red with UL baits. The Airy Red spool really shines with the types of baits you would use with an SV spool or regular Pixy spool and mainly when pitching those baits. I'm curious to see how it does in a shoot out against the Ray's spool for UL baits.
rippin-lips reply :
On 12/28/2018 at 6:19 AM, fishwizzard said:Thanks for the info, I might send mine off to have the shorter inductor installed, might as well sink some more money into these spools.
It would make more sense to just buy the inductor from a zillion sv tw. The Tackle Trap carries them. Unless you have access to a lathe, or know a friend with one, that won’t charge you much.
TylerT123 reply :
New rod and it’s winter...
HeyCoach reply :
I’ve always wanted a G Loomis, so I used gift cards to finally buy me a shaky head rig.
Logan S reply :
Latest addition
Assuming it's a prototype model that never made the final production cut...Looking forward to getting it on the water soon. Seems to be very similar taper to the EMTF, just 1 power heavier.
Joshua van Wyk reply :
On 1/5/2019 at 11:10 AM, Logan S said:Latest addition
Assuming it's a prototype model that never made the final production cut...Looking forward to getting it on the water soon. Seems to be very similar taper to the EMTF, just 1 power heavier.
Beautiful!!!!
fishwizzard reply :
On 1/5/2019 at 11:10 AM, Logan S said:Latest addition
Assuming it's a prototype model that never made the final production cut...Looking forward to getting it on the water soon. Seems to be very similar taper to the EMTF, just 1 power heavier.
Uh, where do I have to hangout to find stuff like this up for sale? That is amazing!
Do you have or have access to an FMJ? I would love to know if they are similar in power/taper.
rippin-lips reply :
On 1/5/2019 at 11:10 AM, Logan S said:Latest addition
Assuming it's a prototype model that never made the final production cut...Looking forward to getting it on the water soon. Seems to be very similar taper to the EMTF, just 1 power heavier.
A friend of mine had a few of the protype xx models. Definitely cool rods and a nice pickup.
Emtf
flipping shaft (perfect pitch)
unnamed 4.5-72 spinning
unnamed 8.5-711
Logan S reply :
On 1/5/2019 at 12:33 PM, fishwizzard said:Uh, where do I have to hangout to find stuff like this up for sale? That is amazing!
Do you have or have access to an FMJ? I would love to know if they are similar in power/taper.
Wasn't really anything secret or special, just found it up for sale and was lucky enough to be first to claim it . I've played with an FMJ but don't own one. My guess is that they'd feel different though since this rod has extra length. Honestly, the FMJ felt pretty close (but better) than the XX TV's to me...I love the TV as a jig rod so I haven't been pressured into an FMJ yet.
Junger reply :
Nice pick up....I love my EMTF Gen1, but there are situations where I'd love to have the F6 power...if you don't like that one PM me ASAP!
fishwizzard reply :
On 1/5/2019 at 9:32 PM, Logan S said:I've played with an FMJ but don't own one. My guess is that they'd feel different though since this rod has extra length. Honestly, the FMJ felt pretty close (but better) than the XX TV's to me...I love the TV as a jig rod so I haven't been pressured into an FMJ yet.
I’m really interested because despite being advertised as “fast”, to me the FMJ feels way more Modfast, especially when compaired to a mbr844 glx. So I’m very curious to see how it would compare to a MB rod of the same power that is listed as being modfast.
Speaking of the mbr844 glx;
I think I might need to buy another Ringa or find a different reel for my
swimbait rod. I stuck the Ringa on an 844 I traded into and think I’m in love.
Big-Bass reply :
On 1/6/2019 at 12:05 AM, fishwizzard said:I’m really interested because despite being advertised as “fast”, to me the FMJ feels way more Modfast, especially when compaired to a mbr844 glx. So I’m very curious to see how it would compare to a MB rod of the same power that is listed as being modfast.
Speaking of the mbr844 glx;
I think I might need to buy another Ringa or find a different reel for my
swimbait rod. I stuck the Ringa on an 844 I traded into and think I’m in love.
You mean like this reel...
fishwizzard reply :
On 1/6/2019 at 2:40 AM, Big-Bass said:You mean like this reel...
Hah, if I were to get a baby round reel it would be the Conquest BFS.
I have my sights on that new Alphas though.....
Big-Bass reply :
On 1/6/2019 at 2:53 AM, fishwizzard said:Hah, if I were to get a baby round reel it would be the Conquest BFS.
I have my sights on that new Alphas though.....
Me too...just confused on the new 70 size. But I do like the color scheme.
BaitFinesse reply :
The only reel using the new 30 millimeter spool that gets a platform change looks to be the Steez CT 70. The other two look like existing platforms with spool spacers to adapt to the smaller diameter spool.
Bass Whoopin' reply :
I'm biased towards Lew's stuff. Just got my Pro Ti as a Christmas gift for myself! Trying to decide what rod i want to run with it. Either another TP1 rod or i may spend the money on the matching Pro Ti rod. Typically i don't like to spend more than a 100 bucks on the rod as i feel the TP1 is really a solid rod for the price and the law of diminishing returns seems to take effect after that 100-130 ish dollar price point but I'm undecided.
Jared Herman reply :
IMG_8819.HEICFetching info...
Picked up new jig combo
St.croix LTB 7-1 mhf
with a Shimano Chronarch MGL 150
MN Fisher reply :
My new pitching/flipping rig. Fuego CT-XS on an Aird-X 7' H/F.
Junger reply :
On 1/8/2019 at 8:05 AM, MN Fisher said:My new pitching/flipping rig. Fuego CT-XS on an Aird-X 7' H/F.
This is a very good combo for frogging too.
MN Fisher reply :
On 1/8/2019 at 10:56 AM, Junger said:This is a very good combo for frogging too.
Anything tossed into heavy cover really.
GeekFisher reply :
"Family" pics:
Upper left is a Piscifun Phantom 7.0:1 reel. I changed the knobs for cork knobs instead of original EVAs. It will be paired with a Fenwick Techna AV 6'6" MHF as a spinnerbait setup. Upper right is a good ol' Citica 200e, 6.3:1 with a Curado spool, bushing replaced with a bearing and a longer straight aftermarket carbon fibre handle with cork knobs with gunmetal accents. It will be paired with a Fenwick Lunker Stick 7'3" MM and is my cranking setup. Lower left is a Curado 200IHG (7.2:1) with upgraded swept carbon fiber handle and cork knobs, gunmetal/milled alu accents. It is paired with a Mojo Bass 7'11" Flippin' Rod for heavier jigs (over 1/2oz). Lower right is a KastKing Spartacus Plus that had its handle replaced with a carbon fiber one with just a tad smaller cork knobs than original. Is actually orphan.
BaitFinesse reply :
On 1/10/2019 at 9:37 AM, GeekFisher said:"Family" pics:
Upper left is a Piscifun Phantom 7.0:1 reel. I changed the knobs for cork knobs instead of original EVAs. It will be paired with a Fenwick Techna AV 6'6" MHF as a spinnerbait setup. Upper right is a good ol' Citica 200e, 6.3:1 with a Curado spool, bushing replaced with a bearing and a longer straight aftermarket carbon fibre handle with cork knobs with gunmetal accents. It will be paired with a Fenwick Lunker Stick 7'3" MM and is my cranking setup. Lower left is a Curado 200IHG (7.2:1) with upgraded swept carbon fiber handle and cork knobs, gunmetal/milled alu accents. It is paired with a Mojo Bass 7'11" Flippin' Rod for heavier jigs (over 1/2oz). Lower right is a KastKing Spartacus Plus that had its handle replaced with a carbon fiber one with just a tad smaller cork knobs than original. Is actually orphan.
The Spartacus would look good on the new regular Lightning Rod. The 66M is a good jerkbait stick.
GeekFisher reply :
On 1/11/2019 at 4:46 AM, BaitFinesse said:The Spartacus would look good on the new regular Lightning Rod. The 66M is a good jerkbait stick.
I already own a Bass X 6'6" MF for JB. I thought about maybe doing 2 pieces rod setup to fit car trunk.
redmeansdistortion reply :
4600 C5, 4600 C3, 5600CL Rocket, 5600AB. All modified to some degree.
6500CS Rocket
punch reply :
I've been coveting this 7' Legend Xtreme for years and it feels awesome to finally have landed one. I think I'm going to run the Tatula LT silver edition on it because.. well it looks pretty awesome.
fvogel67 reply :
7’ M Legend Elite/Tatula LT 2500
punch reply :
Hah back to back legends w/ tatula LTs.
Big-Bass reply :
On 1/13/2019 at 3:58 AM, punch said:I've been coveting this 7' Legend Xtreme for years and it feels awesome to finally have landed one. I think I'm going to run the Tatula LT silver edition on it because.. well it looks pretty awesome.
I've been doing the same now for the last year and it is awesome!!! Enjoy that setup!
Derek1 reply :
You guys sure do have some sexy stuff lol
punch reply :
Here's my current St Croix lineup. I have other stuff but this is the Croix family picture:
L to R:
Legend Xtreme 7' M - Tatula LT 3000 Silver edition
Legend Tournament Pro 7'1 MH Swimjig with a brand that can't be named
Legend Tournament Pro 7'1 M Plastics - Lews Tournament Pro G
Legend Tournament Pro 6'8 M Jerkbait - Tatula 100
Legend X 7'1 MH - Tatula 100
Legend Glass 7'2 MM - Lews Tournament Pro
Avid X 7'4 H - Tatula 100
Avid X 7' M - Shimano Casitas
HazeRVA reply :
Have some Ray's Studio Red Frame screws on the way for my Fuego CT. Do they use the same 2mm head Hedgehog Studios screws do? Going to buy the Wera driver, but want to double check size first. I have sent the seller a message but figured I'd ask here too..
Edit - Yes they use the same 2mmn hex head.
HazeRVA reply :
Ok, got the screws and hex driver today! Any tips to not mess up the anodization on the screws? Go very slowly? Anything else?
The Bassman reply :
On 1/18/2019 at 3:55 AM, HazeRVA said:Ok, got the screws and hex driver today! Any tips to not mess up the anodization on the screws? Go very slowly? Anything else?
I know the handle nut trick involves covering the nut with a sandwich bag. I would think the hex driver might slip if you do the same thing. My best solution has always been to keep the bit seated tight so it doesn't slip.
fishwizzard reply :
On 1/18/2019 at 3:55 AM, HazeRVA said:Any tips to not mess up the anodization on the screws?
By all means use as much care as you can, but at the end of the day you are sticking a hardened steel tool into a far far softer hole.
HazeRVA reply :
Haha thanks guys!
And... Done! Love it.
rippin-lips reply :
All finished up and back together.
fishwizzard reply :
On 1/18/2019 at 12:39 PM, rippin-lips said:
Looks great dude. About how many hours did the entire process take?
Last year the rain robbed me of wade-fishing opportunties and I am already champing at the bit to get out there.
It's a Loomis SJR6400 IMX with a Stradic FJ1000 on it. I want to get into making and fishing hairjigs in a bunch of the small suburban streams around where I live and I think this might be the perfect rod for it. The low end of it's rating seems way way off, 1/64oz does not even come close to loading the tip. But once the lure weight gets up to around 1/8oz it really shines. It will cast well up to around 3/16oz and the power/taper is about perfect for MWF and Slider fishing as well. Right now I have 6lb Supernatural mono on it but I cannot get it to feel like I have it spooled on correctly, it might still be a little thick for the small spool. If it doesn't work out I am going to try a few of the fancy JDM monos before I give up and use braid/leader.
rippin-lips reply :
On 1/19/2019 at 1:57 AM, fishwizzard said:Looks great dude. About how many hours did the entire process take?
I’d say roughly about 8hrs total. 1-2hrs in taking it apart and prepping all the parts. 1hr worth of cleaning all the parts for when it was finished. 5hrs in the whole paint process. Then another 1hr to put it all back together after it sat for a week.
BaitFinesse reply :
On 1/18/2019 at 8:28 AM, HazeRVA said:Haha thanks guys!
And... Done! Love it.
For being the low reel on the totem pole the Fuego CT sure does looks slick. It even has a bit of mill work on the frame the regular CT doesn't even have. Those frame screws and spool tension knob really set it off. Is that a Ray's Studio knob?
HazeRVA reply :
@BaitFinesse thanks! Really digging it. Looks so good on the Abu Vendetta. Yes it is the Ray's Studio knob and screws. Next up red brake dial screw then I think I'm done with this one. Maybe red knob caps.
BaitFinesse reply :
On 1/19/2019 at 11:29 AM, HazeRVA said:@BaitFinesse thanks! Really digging it. Looks so good on the Abu Vendetta. Yes it is the Ray's Studio knob and screws. Next up red brake dial screw then I think I'm done with this one. Maybe red knob caps.
Now you've done it. You have the sickness. All new reels and rods must match. Many of us have this disease.
MarcelP reply :
Shimano TranX 201 HG (7.2)
CaptPete reply :
Did a little organizing/cleaning today; 2019 lineup shot
BaitFinesse reply :
On 1/20/2019 at 7:48 AM, CaptPete said:Did a little organizing/cleaning today; 2019 lineup shot
Day 45: the Daiwas still do not realise I am a Shimano.
CaptPete reply :
On 1/20/2019 at 8:18 AM, BaitFinesse said:Day 45: the Daiwas still do not realise I am a Shimano.
everyone needs atleast one oddball friend right? Had to try one...
Joshua van Wyk reply :
On 1/20/2019 at 7:48 AM, CaptPete said:Did a little organizing/cleaning today; 2019 lineup shot
That looks awesome!
punch reply :
On 1/20/2019 at 8:18 AM, BaitFinesse said:Day 45: the Daiwas still do not realise I am a Shimano.
Hah I was gonna sing "one of these things is not like the other.."
punch reply :
I'm a finesse addict, these are gonna be my 3 combos in the rod locker this year:
L to R
Daiwa Tatula Elite 7'1 M AGS Ehler rod w/ ballistic LT 2500 - dropshot rod
Gloomis GLX 852S JWR w/ ballistic LT 3000 - small swimbaits/wacky/shakey head
St Croix Legend Xtreme w/ taula LT 3000 silver - ned/neko
I'm really excited to pit each rod against eachother to see which one is really superior. The GLX and Legend are new to me. Last year the Daiwa AGS was a total pleasure, so we'll see if these two are THAT much better.
fishwizzard reply :
On 1/20/2019 at 11:04 AM, punch said:
Daiwa Tatula Elite 7'1 M AGS Ehler rod w/ ballistic LT 2500 - dropshot rod
Gloomis GLX 852S JWR w/ ballistic LT 3000 - small swimbaits/wacky/shakey head
St Croix Legend Xtreme w/ taula LT 3000 silver - ned/neko
I'm really excited to pit each rod against eachother to see which one is really superior. The GLX and Legend are new to me. Last year the Daiwa AGS was a total pleasure, so we'll see if these two are THAT much better.
Man, at this point you might as well get a MB Addermine and have a complete "test". ????
What line are you using on these combos?
punch reply :
On 1/21/2019 at 10:15 PM, fishwizzard said:Man, at this point you might as well get a MB Addermine and have a complete "test". ????
What line are you using on these combos?
I'm going to run 10lb powerpro superslick v2 this year
fishwizzard reply :
On 1/19/2019 at 4:38 AM, rippin-lips said:I’d say roughly about 8hrs total. 1-2hrs in taking it apart and prepping all the parts. 1hr worth of cleaning all the parts for when it was finished. 5hrs in the whole paint process. Then another 1hr to put it all back together after it sat for a week.
That is not bad at all, I would have thought the prep and masking would have taken longer. Did you do anything special to prep the surface of the reel frame?
My quest for the "perfect" 6' bfs rod has taken a new turn. I was looking at the 16' Destroyer Cliffhanger when I was offered this used Phase 3 Criffhanger for a price too good to pass up. It's in great shape other then a bit of wear on the reel-seat coating. I have not gotten to fish with it much at all yet but got to spend an hour casting with it into a 20'x50' stretch of thawed water at a local pond. It's so far everything I have been looking for in a short bfs rod and I cannot wait to get it on the water for real. It has an amazing tip and I think it's sweetspot is going to be right around 3/16oz, which was exactly what I was looking for. Right now it has a PX68 spooled with 7lb Sniper on it but I might switch it out to my Airy Red Pixzilla and 10lb Sniper. The 7lb is thin enough that it gets too damaged when I get an overrun and I hope the 10lb will work a little better and not cost me too much distance.
superkamikazee reply :
Just picked up this setup and spooled it during the snow storm. Buying gear helps with dealing with winter.
Daiwa Tatula LT 2000 + Daiwa Airdx 6'6" M/F
And the rest of the fleet. My original ugly stik from 15 years ago is the trunk setup, can't believe how stout that rod has been for this long.
Bottom to top
Ugly Stick 2pc 6' Medium / Penn Fierce II 2000
Daiwa airdx 6'6" M/F / Daiwa Tatula LT 2000
Daiwa airdx 7' MH/F / Piscifun Carbon X 2000
Lews Speed Stick tp-1 7' MH/F / Abu Garcia Pro Max Low profile
I fish from a kayak, and primarily use jerk baits, crank baits, and frogs. Need to work on some finesse stuff this season.
GeekFisher reply :
On 1/22/2019 at 11:34 PM, superkamikazee said:Just picked up this setup and spooled it during the snow storm. Buying gear helps with dealing with winter.
Daiwa Tatula LT 2000 + Daiwa Airdx 6'6" M/F
And the rest of the fleet. My original ugly stik from 15 years ago is the trunk setup, can't believe how stout that rod has been for this long.
Bottom to top
Ugly Stick 2pc 6' Medium / Penn Fierce II 2000
Daiwa airdx 6'6" M/F / Daiwa Tatula LT 2000
Daiwa airdx 7' MH/F / Piscifun Carbon X 2000
Lews Speed Stick tp-1 7' MH/F / Abu Garcia Pro Max Low profile
I fish from a kayak, and primarily use jerk baits, crank baits, and frogs. Need to work on some finesse stuff this season.
I bought the carbon x and won't be able to use it before May at the earliest. What is your opinion about it ?
superkamikazee reply :
On 1/23/2019 at 4:08 AM, GeekFisher said:I bought the carbon x and won't be able to use it before May at the earliest. What is your opinion about it ?
I bought it at the end of last season, Oct/Nov and only had a few trips out with it. Caught one fish (1.5lbs), felt smooth, casts nice, its light, and I'm impressed with the build quality for its price point. I haven't been able to fully put it through its paces, so I'm hoping to find out what it's really all about this year particularly how reliable / trouble free it will be.
fvogel67 reply :
Symetre Fh
Symetre FG
Stradic FJ
redmeansdistortion reply :
I know we don't have many round reel fans here, but I just got this guy yesterday. ABU 4500CS Rocket.
diehardbassfishing reply :
I'm a fan...
Karl
redmeansdistortion reply :
diehardbassfishing reply :
Retro re-issue, new build mod Ultracast. 5500 to 4500 conversion.
Karl
redmeansdistortion reply :
My 'sleeper' pike and musky reel. Started out as a 5600AB and it's now a bushing reel with a backup AR dog to compliment the IAR bearing. Carbontex and stainless drag washers courtesy of SmoothDrag and stainless steel 6.3:1 gears from PMR and a 2-pin brake with blue brake blocks. It throws pretty dang far even though it has no bearings. I modeled it after the 5600 Svartzonker that's only sold in Europe.
Big-Bass reply :
redmeansdistortion reply :
Big-Bass reply :
1959-1961 model Ambassadeur 6000. Flea market find for like $40-45. Still looks new!
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redmeansdistortion reply :
On 1/24/2019 at 11:09 PM, Big-Bass said:
Tell me about this one, it's gorgeous!
Big-Bass reply :
On 1/24/2019 at 11:32 PM, redmeansdistortion said:Tell me about this one, it's gorgeous!
Custom made Abu 4600C with CDL parts on it. Made by Don Iovino in Burbank, CA. Engraved palming side plate I also have a custom 2500C he made for me. Both of these were made and purchased in 2016. Gorgeous reels.
The Bassman reply :
On 1/25/2019 at 12:52 AM, Big-Bass said:Custom made Abu 4600C with CDL parts on it. Made by Don Iovino in Burbank, CA. Engraved palming side plate I also have a custom 2500C he made for me. Both of these were made and purchased in 2016. Gorgeous reels.
Excellent posts by you guys. Would make a good thread on its own.
FrankN209 reply :
On 1/24/2019 at 11:09 PM, Big-Bass said:
What handle is that? I might get one for my 5601 C4.
redmeansdistortion reply :
On 1/25/2019 at 4:41 AM, FrankN209 said:What handle is that? I might get one for my 5601 C4.
Looks to be a Fishy Business handle. They're very nice and run about $30 to $40 depending on length and finish.
Big-Bass reply :
On 1/25/2019 at 4:52 AM, redmeansdistortion said:Looks to be a Fishy Business handle. They're very nice and run about $30 to $40 depending on length and finish.
Not sure. Don put it on the reel when he was making it. He asked me if I like it and I said yep so he included it. It's a nice reel.
redmeansdistortion reply :
On 1/25/2019 at 5:21 AM, Big-Bass said:Not sure. Don put it on the reel when he was making it. He asked me if I like it and I said yep so he included it. It's a nice reel.
I really dig it, that color is out of this world. Does he get his side plates direct from Abu or does he anodize them himself?
redmeansdistortion reply :
Custom 5600 I finished about a month ago, this is a brand new reel. Brand new being that I bought every part new and used no donor reel. It took awhile to find the sunset orange side plates at a price I was comfortable with. It features a bearing supported drive shaft, double ceramic hybrid cog, ceramic hybrid spool bearings, stainless and Carbontex drag washers courtesy of SmoothDrag, ceramic pawl, titanium line guide, Avail CR2 magnetic braking system (Japan only part), 2-pin centrifugal brake with light weight blue brake blocks, 100mm power handle with EVA knobs, and 6.3:1 gearing. I also polished the tension knob shim, polished brake drum, and polished the inside of the pinion gear. It free spools like crazy and will be perfect for float fishing steelhead. I threw my wallet at this one but I wanted the experience of a brand new reel you can't just go out and buy.
J Francho reply :
Those are really nice Abu builds. I've done a couple for people - Put 3.7:1 gears, winch handle, bearings, and upgraded drag in a wiffle spool for cranking. Did a 70s era 2500 and 1500 upgrade as well. Fun to work on, even more fun to test/break in.
redmeansdistortion reply :
On 1/25/2019 at 9:39 PM, J Francho said:Those are really nice Abu builds. I've done a couple for people - Put 3.7:1 gears, winch handle, bearings, and upgraded drag in a wiffle spool for cranking. Did a 70s era 2500 and 1500 upgrade as well. Fun to work on, even more fun to test/break in.
I wish you could still get the winch gears. They've been out of production for some time now. That said, there are some places that make stainless gears, Akios and PMR. I have a set in 6.3:1 in my pike/musky 5600, great for burning bucktails.
J Francho reply :
Those 3.7s came from an old reel in my "junkyard." With older reels, it's easier to put parts together and make a reel. Newer reels, not as much, though Daiwa and Shimano still have many interchangeable parts.
redmeansdistortion reply :
On 1/25/2019 at 10:05 PM, J Francho said:Those 3.7s came from an old reel in my "junkyard." With older reels, it's easier to put parts together and make a reel. Newer reels, not as much, though Daiwa and Shimano still have many interchangeable parts.
On the Ultracast models, Abu used the 3.8:1 winch gears in the 4600 C4 Winch and 5600 C4 Winch. The reels were on the market about a decade back and you used to be able to buy the gears right from Pure Fishing. They tend to go for decent money when they crop up on forums or eBay, but for the asking prices you may as well buy stainless gears from the other side of the pond.
J Francho reply :
Hmmm...Maybe they were 3.8s? My memory is not as good as it once was, lol. These were old, brass gears, but still very smooth.
redmeansdistortion reply :
On 1/25/2019 at 10:12 PM, J Francho said:Hmmm...Maybe they were 3.8s? My memory is not as good as it once was, lol. These were old, brass gears, but still very smooth.
Yep they were 3.8s. Up until the Ultracast models, Abus came in 3 ratios. 1:1, 3.8:1, and the high speed offering was 4.7:1 if I remember right.
J Francho reply :
That's where I got the 7 from. Thanks for jogging my memory.
Good times....
fishwizzard reply :
Now I want an Abu. Is there one about the size of like a 100 or 50 sized Conquest?
redmeansdistortion reply :
On 1/26/2019 at 3:26 AM, fishwizzard said:Now I want an Abu. Is there one about the size of like a 100 or 50 sized Conquest?
If you don't mind waiting a bit, I see nice deals on 1600 and 3600 Morrums out of Japan on eBay frequently, often around $150 or less. You can also look for a Black Max 1600/3600 or Pro Max 1600/3600. I see a lot of Black Maxes pop up on eBay for $60 or less in nice shape. These are not the same reels as the new production Black Max/Pro Max, completely different animals and far better.
BaitFinesse reply :
On 1/26/2019 at 3:26 AM, fishwizzard said:Now I want an Abu. Is there one about the size of like a 100 or 50 sized Conquest?
Same here. I Think the 1500 sized ones are the smaller reels. There's finesse spools for them too. I've been wanting to do one for years but the price of entry is a little high for the small reels.
redmeansdistortion reply :
On 1/26/2019 at 4:18 AM, BaitFinesse said:Same here. I Think the 1500 sized ones are the smaller reels. There's finesse spools for them too. I've been wanting to do one for years but the price of entry is a little high for the small reels.
Finesse spools are made for all Abu reels from the 1500 to the 6500. The company Avail, based out of Japan, makes lots of parts we don't have on this side of the world. Check out Japan Tackle or Hedgehog Studios.
fishwizzard reply :
On 1/26/2019 at 4:18 AM, BaitFinesse said:Same here. I Think the 1500 sized ones are the smaller reels. There's finesse spools for them too. I've been wanting to do one for years but the price of entry is a little high for the small reels.
Yea, If I get one I want a baby one to put on a JDM stream trout rod and buy a matching acsot to wear while fishing it.
Burke reply :
On 12/29/2018 at 5:34 AM, rippin-lips said:It would make more sense to just buy the inductor from a zillion sv tw. The Tackle Trap carries them. Unless you have access to a lathe, or know a friend with one, that won’t charge you much.
Am thinking of doing this on my SV103 Series. I wanted to have "less braking" instead of buying a steez +R spool which I already have one. Do you happen to know the average cost that tackle trap would charge for that?
iabass8 reply :
On 1/26/2019 at 11:02 AM, Burke said:
Am thinking of doing this on my SV103 Series. I wanted to have "less braking" instead of buying a steez +R spool which I already have one. Do you happen to know the average cost that tackle trap would charge for that?
https://tackletrap.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=898_660_1136&products_id=13422
Burke reply :
On 1/26/2019 at 11:51 AM, iabass8 said:https://tackletrap.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=898_660_1136&products_id=13422
Thanks man --- I have never done that and How hard is it to do that ?
any special tool that I might need ?
diehardbassfishing reply :
Special tools? Not really. A jeweler's screwdriver set is handy when working on anything this small. C-clip is the trickiest part. The Daiwa clips I've removed from inductor haven't had the typical openings where a small screwdriver allows you to just "pop" it off. You have to push the clip off from the open end. You can use a couple small screwdrivers to do this. I always like to use something wooden around aluminum parts. I can remove this clip using 2 toothpicks pushing against the ends of the c-clip.
Now; putting it back ON is the hard part...
Karl
fishwizzard reply :
On 1/26/2019 at 8:45 PM, diehardbassfishing said:C-clip is the trickiest part.
It's only January 26th and we already have a contender for "Biggest Understatement of the Year" ????
It's not impossible, but I would order a spare (or three..) c-clips when you order the inductor. There are also tools to make installing them easier but I dont know much about them, I would think that MCS or McMaster would have them.
iabass8 reply :
On 1/26/2019 at 12:01 PM, Burke said:Thanks man --- I have never done that and How hard is it to do that ?
any special tool that I might need ?
Its pretty simple. The clip is the biggest pain. If you’ve never done it, do inside a huge ziplock bag so you can see yourself working and nothing will go flying. C clip comes off with a tiny flat head and some pressure. Spacer pops right off then the inductor. Then just install everything inreverside order. A pliers wrapped in tape (so you dont scuff the shaft) will snap the clip back in place.
Tracker101 reply :
Here,s a couple of mine, they,re not high dollar rigs but they get the job done.
CrankFate reply :
On 1/27/2019 at 3:38 AM, iabass8 said:Its pretty simple. The clip is the biggest pain. If you’ve never done it, do inside a huge ziplock bag so you can see yourself working and nothing will go flying. C clip comes off with a tiny flat head and some pressure. Spacer pops right off then the inductor. Then just install everything inreverside order. A pliers wrapped in tape (so you dont scuff the shaft) will snap the clip back in place.
Good idea. I use a thumb tack, the push pin type, with a red handle. It developed a bend in the tip that makes it work better than when it was straight. But really the hard part, IMO, is getting them back on!
On 1/26/2019 at 8:45 PM, diehardbassfishing said:Special tools? Not really. A jeweler's screwdriver set is handy when working on anything this small. C-clip is the trickiest part. The Daiwa clips I've removed from inductor haven't had the typical openings where a small screwdriver allows you to just "pop" it off. You have to push the clip off from the open end. You can use a couple small screwdrivers to do this. I always like to use something wooden around aluminum parts. I can remove this clip using 2 toothpicks pushing against the ends of the c-clip.
Now; putting it back ON is the hard part...
Karl
There ya go, I’m reading these in reverse order....
rippin-lips reply :
2 small precision flat screwdrivers,90 degree tweezers, and a small pair of pliers. I have a small 4” pair that don’t have any grooves in them. I put some heat shrink on one side to avoid scratching the spool shaft. It’s a pain in the rear to do it the first couple times but after that it’s cake.
HazeRVA reply :
How well does the Hedgehog gold match the gold that Daiwa uses on the 6.3:1 ratio reels? Anyone have any pics?
Thanks!
rippin-lips reply :
On 1/29/2019 at 10:07 PM, HazeRVA said:How well does the Hedgehog gold match the gold that Daiwa uses on the 6.3:1 ratio reels? Anyone have any pics?
Thanks!
Go find a pic of my steez. It has both HH and Zpi gold parts on it. You want champagne gold from HH. It’s still a darker shade than what’s on the reel stock though. Same with Zpi parts.
HazeRVA reply :
@rippin-lips This one? I was thinking that was the champagne gold. The gold on the Tat SV seems to be more orange, but not quite HH orange either.
BTW, that reel is kinda my inspiration. Plan on doing the cork knobs and working on getting a custom Zolo Deputy with gold instead of blue and all cork instead of the cork/EVA ALX usually uses. Just thinking of adding frame screws and knob caps to the reel with the cork knobs. Spool knob and handle washer will stay stock (hopefully).
rippin-lips reply :
My 2 custom painted TD-Z reels. True classics never die.
fishwizzard reply :
Have you posted the one on the left before? That paint looks stunning.
Burke reply :
Just welcomed him to the family - Dobyns DC705CBMF
Gotta be a crankbait slayer
Big-Bass reply :
On 2/4/2019 at 5:00 AM, Burke said:Just welcomed him to the family - Dobyns DC705CBMF
Gotta be a crankbait slayer
Looks great! And it's a Gen 1 Champion too! SiC guides on that one! Oh and that reel...:)
On 2/4/2019 at 2:17 AM, rippin-lips said:My 2 custom painted TD-Z reels. True classics never die.
Both beautiful but that one on the left is truly spectacular! Who painted that for you?
CrankFate reply :
Rods and reels. Not very impressive looking in their hibernation nest in the back corner of the garage. I don’t even know how many? 20 something? I have a few in my (home) office, too. And 7 or 8 more reels. The one in bubble wrap is the new custom Kistler Magnesium 2 I recieved today but still haven’t unwrapped, yet...
CrankFate reply :
A few more now that I got the baitmonkey out of the wrapper and the reel adjusted to my liking.....
The 13” rear grip and Matching Foregrip made my whole winter. I expect to order a few more of their rods.
Yumeya reply :
I love ice fishing but can't resist getting stuff for spring...
fishwizzard reply :
On 2/9/2019 at 2:19 PM, Yumeya said:I love ice fishing but can't resist getting stuff for spring...
I wish Loomis would use that reel sest on all their spinning rods.
punch reply :
On 2/9/2019 at 9:40 PM, fishwizzard said:I wish Loomis would use that reel sest on all their spinning rods.
What rod is that?
Yumeya reply :
On 2/9/2019 at 11:35 PM, punch said:What rod is that?
Gloomis/Shimano Conquest 843
th365thli reply :
Just finished setting up my lineup for 2019. Switching to mostly Cashion rods and Shimano reels. I've upgraded from mostly Pro Qualifiers and Lews rods and reels over the past two years.
Lews Speed Stick Custom Lite Dropshot - Shimano NASCI - dropshot
Cashion P8437s - Shimano Symetre -shakeyheads
Lews Custom Speed Stick Shakeyhead - Some cheap Daiwa -general finesse
Cashion C90573b - Orra Winch - cranks
Cashion DD90476 - Orra Winch - deep cranks
Powell Endurance - Curado K -spinnerbaits
Cashion F90471b Chatterbait - Curado K -chatterbaits
Cashion P84469b - Curado 70 -jerkbaits
Cashion P84469b - Curado 70 -topwater
Dobyns Fury 735C - Curado K -frogs
Cashion M8437 - Chronarch Ci4+ -Senko/Worms / Finesse jigs
Carolina Custom RX7 - Chronarch Ci4+ -Texas Rig / Jigs
Cashion M87473 - Curado K -Football jigs / bottom baits
Cashion M8447 - Curado K -Pitching
Lews Custom Pro Magnum Hammer - Chronarch Ci4+ - All purpose
St Croix Avidx - Daiwa Lexa 300WN - A rig / Swimbait
Needs reels:
Lews Custom Speed Stick Lite LCLMJR - for spooning
Lews Custom Speed Stick Lite Magnum Casting XH - for punching
Next up is upgrading my spinning reels. It's never ending acquiring gear ><
Derek1 reply :
Nice stuff guys, it’s gonna take me a few years to get there at one or two a year.
Columbia Craw reply :
As Bruce Buffer would say: Ladies and Gentlemen....In the blue corner...a jig and t-rig rod standing seven feet five inches and weighing in at 4.2 ounces....with a record of 100 wins and no losses.........fishing out of Longview Washington by way of Sulpher Springs Texas USA........... Doooooobbbbyyyyynnnnnsssss Xtasyyyyyyyyyyyyyyy. And the crowd roars. His cut man is a Champion 732SF. Picked up the reels after Thanksgiving.
mrpao reply :
Sweet.
Let us know how that xtasy compares to other high end rods in that price range.
chongmtl reply :
punch reply :
My jig setup this year, however I'm going to run 30lb braid to a floro leader.
MB Destroyer FMJ and Lews Pro Ti.
The Bassman reply :
On 2/24/2019 at 5:27 AM, punch said:My jig setup this year, however I'm going to run 30lb braid to a floro leader.
MB Destroyer FMJ and Lews Pro Ti.
That outfit's too good looking to take fishing.
punch reply :
On 2/24/2019 at 7:15 AM, The Bassman said:That outfit's too good looking to take fishing.
They do look shiny together. It will be fished.. hard.
fishwizzard reply :
On 2/24/2019 at 5:27 AM, punch said:My jig setup this year, however I'm going to run 30lb braid to a floro leader.
MB Destroyer FMJ and Lews Pro Ti.
I bought a FMJ last spring and it’s an amazinrg rod. Great jig rod but it can do a lot more.
punch reply :
On 2/25/2019 at 12:56 AM, fishwizzard said:I bought a FMJ last spring and it’s an amazinrg rod. Great jig rod but it can do a lot more.
What other things did you use it for?
fishwizzard reply :
On 2/25/2019 at 1:43 AM, punch said:What other things did you use it for?
I only carry a single rod when bank fiishing so I try to find presentations for each rod to cover bottom/mid/top.
The FMJ is obviously great for all things bottom. For mid-column it works pretty great for chatterbaits, the rod has a good blend of power/taper for ripping them through grass. The hooksets are great and the rod loads enough to help keep them on. For topwater I was surprised how well it worked for walking a Shudderstep, the tip is pretty good for walking/twitching heavier lures. I have also thrown a BBZ Rat 40 on it to good success. Anything with thicker trebles works pretty well but I dial the drag way back and use my thumb to add pressue as needed.
I use Cover Craws a lot in shallow pads and the FMJ does pretty good with them but 3/8 oz is really about the lower limit where it will load well. This comming sprinng I have some assorted 6” and up stickbaits and some 8” lizards I want to try on it.
Smelter96 reply :
Couple new tools for the upcoming season. Calais dc & Steez ex100xs
SMITTY0045 reply :
I’ve been seeing a lot of these reels on this thread, and with the rod/reel trade in at Cabela’s along with some gift cards I decided to pull the trigger. Daiwa Tatula SV TW 103HS. It’ll be going on an original 7’2 H Tatula Rod as my jig set up
Kev-mo reply :
On 2/4/2019 at 2:17 AM, rippin-lips said:My 2 custom painted TD-Z reels. True classics never die.
That green... along with the cranks and the way they reflect the light from the reels, that's friking awesome!!!
ResoKP reply :
Latest purchase
FMJ & Steez A
Joshua van Wyk reply :
On 2/28/2019 at 12:33 AM, ResoKP said:Latest purchase
FMJ & Steez A
WOW!
fishwizzard reply :
On 2/28/2019 at 12:33 AM, ResoKP said:Latest purchase
FMJ & Steez A
Great combo. I have a FMJ and keep swapping out between a Steez SV TW and a sv103 on it. I think the Steez A would be the "Goldilocks" reel for that rod.
Stingray23 reply :
On 2/28/2019 at 12:33 AM, ResoKP said:Latest purchase
FMJ & Steez A
Sweet. I have the exact combo
ratherbfishin1 reply :
Starting lineup for 2019. Right now they are hibernating till spring????
I had like 8 baitcasters and 3 spinning for a while but I decided I would rather have fewer "nicer" combos. This encouraged me to sell my silver maxes, American heroes, etc. and buy these instead. Not much compared to some of you but saving for a car, boat, and college keeps me a little restricted. I've been working my butt off saving for a small boat so all those times walking out of the tackle shop empty handed better pay off eventually!
redmeansdistortion reply :
Grabbed this guy for $5 at an estate sale. It's still relatively smooth, but the handle bearings are smoked and it could use a cleaning, relube, and some updating. I got on the horn with Jerry Foran and ordered some Carbontex drag washers, Boca Lightning spool bearings, and some light weight brake blocks. I had a chrome Abu handle with gray grips sitting in the parts bin, so that will find a new home on my Pro Max 3600. Too bad Abu no longer makes the Pro Max, Silver Max, and Black Max like they did in the early/mid 90s. The reels that now bear those names are way inferior.
Big-Bass reply :
On 3/1/2019 at 8:34 AM, redmeansdistortion said:Grabbed this guy for $5 at an estate sale. It's still relatively smooth, but the handle bearings are smoked and it could use a cleaning, relube, and some updating. I got on the horn with Jerry Foran and ordered some Carbontex drag washers, Boca Lightning spool bearings, and some light weight brake blocks. I had a chrome Abu handle with gray grips sitting in the parts bin, so that will find a new home on my Pro Max 3600. Too bad Abu no longer makes the Pro Max, Silver Max, and Black Max like they did in the early/mid 90s. The reels that now bear those names are way inferior.
Agreed! I had an SM3600C that was on an old made in the USA All Star rod that was dynamite back in the 90s!
Jonny15678 reply :
First to last
Fenwick Hooksetter Graphite + Shimano Bantam Mangumlite Baitcaster
St. Croix 6 Power + Okuma Stratus XLS 20
Lews Mach ll Spinning combo
Dobyns Fury Series 734c + Lews Speed Spool LFS Baitcaster
Lews Laser Series SG1 + Lews GT Baitcaster
Junger reply :
I've started down the dark path of playing reel dress up...knobs only for now.
Left: GLX MBR 844C & SV103XS with a Steez SV G1 1016 spool
Right: Megabass Orochi EMTF G1 & Zillion SV TW XXH
Derek1 reply :
On 3/12/2019 at 11:49 AM, Junger said:
I've started down the dark path of playing reel dress up...knobs only for now.
Left: GLX MBR 844C & SV103XS with a Steez SV G1 1016 spool
Right: Megabass Orochi EMTF G1 & Zillion SV TW XXH
Nice stuff. This thread makes me think bad things
BaitFinesse reply :
On 3/12/2019 at 11:49 AM, Junger said:
I've started down the dark path of playing reel dress up...knobs only for now.
Left: GLX MBR 844C & SV103XS with a Steez SV G1 1016 spool
Right: Megabass Orochi EMTF G1 & Zillion SV TW XXH
Welcome to the dark side.
fishwizzard reply :
On 3/13/2019 at 4:40 AM, BaitFinesse said:Welcome to the dark side.
You become a full Tackle-Sith Lord once you have a reel where the aftermarket parts cost more then the reel it's self.
In a sequence of events I cannot really explain I ended up trading into a 884c *and* having a TD-Z without a rod so I did the needful. I am really happy with the combo and cannot wait to spend some more time with it. I got a great deal on the reel so the ZPI PG spool cost like $10-20 more then than it and that is before the grips and color parts.
The Maestro reply :
I've been on the hunt for a first gen Cumara for some time now. I've had a 7'7" Heavy which I paid $100 for brand new when they were clearing them out before the red ones were released. It's by far my favorite rod. I've tried a bunch of rods and none really matches the feel and power of that rod when you set hook on a big one buried down in the weeds.
I know rods are such a personal thing but for me the first gen Cumaras simply have not been topped at least not by any of the rods I've ever used. I was hoping to land a lightly used one at best. Still a bit in disbelief that I was able to snag 2 brand new 7'4 Heavy flipping sticks which is the rod I was really after most.
I also grabbed a Bantam MGL earlier this year and it pairs absolutely beautifully with the Cumara. Only problem is I might need to get another one now.
lmbfisherman reply :
On 3/13/2019 at 10:19 AM, The Maestro said:I've been on the hunt for a first gen Cumara for some time now. I've had a 7'7" Heavy which I paid $100 for brand new when they were clearing them out before the red ones were released. It's by far my favorite rod. I've tried a bunch of rods and none really matches the feel and power of that rod when you set hook on a big one buried down in the weeds.
I know rods are such a personal thing but for me the first gen Cumaras simply have not been topped at least not by any of the rods I've ever used. I was hoping to land a lightly used one at best. Still a bit in disbelief that I was able to snag 2 brand new 7'4 Heavy flipping sticks which is the rod I was really after most.
I also grabbed a Bantam MGL earlier this year and it pairs absolutely beautifully with the Cumara. Only problem is I might need to get another one now.
Nice! I have two Gen 1 Cumara's and I will never let them go. Ever.
The Maestro reply :
On 3/13/2019 at 11:24 PM, lmbfisherman said:Nice! I have two Gen 1 Cumara's and I will never let them go. Ever.
I don't blame you. I'm only going to use one of those 7'4's. The other will be getting wrapped up and stored just in case I break the other one. I might actually cry if I ever break my 7'7".
redmeansdistortion reply :
rayrock99 reply :
On 4/28/2018 at 12:22 AM, Big-Bass said:Very nice! Where did you get the red star drag and cast control cap for the Tat SV?
Got it from hedgehog.
Columbia Craw reply :
Cleaned and lubed everything a sealed the cork. A little line changing and it's time to go. Photos for the insurance agent so I figured, I would post them. What the heck.
My wife just walked up and looked at the screen and asked, " are you selling all those?" She's so sweet.
redmeansdistortion reply :
On 3/14/2019 at 10:05 AM, Columbia Craw said:
My wife just walked up and looked at the screen and asked, " are you selling all those?" She's so sweet.
Our wives must be related. Any time I get a new setup going, "Why do you need so many fishing poles? You only need one."
Derek1 reply :
On 3/14/2019 at 7:36 PM, redmeansdistortion said:Our wives must be related. Any time I get a new setup going, "Why do you need so many fishing poles? You only need one."
I usually follow that up with I need one for every outfit. I can’t use the white ones after Labor Day. How many shoes do you have. Do you wear sandals in a snow storm or snow boots to the beach it’s like the same thing. They all have a job, and mind your own business. Lol.
Or jeez I didn’t give you a hard time when you bought a new vacuum. That one never goes over good.
Joshua van Wyk reply :
On 3/14/2019 at 10:07 PM, Derek1 said:I usually follow that up with I need one for every outfit. I can’t use the white ones after Labor Day. How many shoes do you have. Do you wear sandals in a snow storm or snow boots to the beach it’s like the same thing. They all have a job, and mind your own business. Lol.
Or jeez I didn’t give you a hard time when you bought a new vacuum. That one never goes over good.
You must really enjoy sleeping on the couch! ????????
J Francho reply :
On 3/14/2019 at 10:07 PM, Derek1 said:Or jeez I didn’t give you a hard time when you bought a new vacuum. That one never goes over good.
You should have bought her a vacuum for Valentine's Day.
MN Fisher reply :
I've completely upgraded my arsenal over the past two winters.
Original lineup:
Abu Garcia Ambassaduer 500R (5.3:1) on a 5'6" Medium/Medium Ambassaduer
Abu Garcia Cardinal 562 on a 6' Medium-Light/Medium Berkley Enforcer
Plueger 640 on a 5' Ultra-Light/Fast Ugly Stick
The new lineup is pictured below
Diawa Fuego CT-XS (8.1:1) on a 7' Heavy/Fast Daiwa Aird-X - New purchase this winter
Plueger President (7.3:1) on a 6'6" Medium/Fast Diawa Aird-X - New purchase this winter
Plueger Trion-30 on a 6'6" Medium/Fast Ugly Stick - New purchase last spring
Mitchell Avocet RZ-2000 on a 6'6" Medium-Light/Fast Avocet - New purchase last spring
Pflueger President 25 on a 6'6" Ultra-Light/Fast Diawa Spinmatic - reel was a gift, rod purchased this winter
The President BC replaced the Ambassaduer
The President-25 replaced the 640
The Cardinal was merely retired
Yes, the spinning reels are all set for right-hand retrieve.
Columbia Craw reply :
On 3/14/2019 at 10:54 PM, J Francho said:You should have bought her a vacuum for Valentine's Day.
She asked for a new upright ! No bull John.
Burke reply :
Completed the annual maintenance, decided to post for REEL PORN.
Lets see how many likes I get
J Francho reply :
On 3/15/2019 at 5:29 AM, Columbia Craw said:She asked for a new upright ! No bull John.
Sounds like a set up.
928JLH reply :
Here's a few of mine. SS SV103, Zillion SV TWS, and JDM 1516 Zillion. Next reel will be a Steez A TW or the EX
http://imgur.com/QVuUJtf
http://imgur.com/K9oDHxv
http://imgur.com/R1b8a30
iabass8 reply :
Added a 90mm handle and drag star from steez sv tw. 
Junger reply :
Maybe you can write up a mini review once you've had time with it on the water.
KP Duty reply :
I bet the slp works color star drag that fits the alphas sv would work for the new model.
https://www.digitaka.com/list.php?category=12&series=DRESS+UP+PARTS&item=SLPW+COLOR+STAR+DRAG
bh91 reply :
For stripers , catfish and buffalo stradic fk 4000 or 5000?
The Maestro reply :
I've read nothing but good things about the Shimano Cumulus rods so when I saw one come available I jumped on it. It's a 6'10" MH Fast in brand new condition minus the tags. This will be my new dedicated senko rod. I will say the thing is just stupidly light. I'd like to evenyually make it a super light weight setup (thinking a Shimano Aldebaran) but for this year I'll have to run one of my Curado E7's on it.
kickerfish1 reply :
On 3/17/2019 at 10:36 AM, The Maestro said:I've read nothing but good things about the Shimano Cumulus rods so when I saw one come available I jumped on it. It's a 6'10" MH Fast in brand new condition minus the tags. This will be my new dedicated senko rod. I will say the thing is just stupidly light. I'd like to evenyually make it a super light weight setup (thinking a Shimano Aldebaran) but for this year I'll have to run one of my Curado E7's on it.
About as rare as a unicorn. I have the same exact rod and have had mine for probably close 4-5 years. I think I paid $250 for mine new from TW when they were closing them out.
I can tell you that they are still the lightest weight rods on the market. That 6'10 rod weighs only 3 oz. Pair it up with a 5.5 ounce Core 50 and it will weigh a whopping 8.5 ounces as a combo. What does this mean in terms of your fishing experience? Well, you won't have much fatigue and everything will be amplified even more in terms of feel.
I have tried both a Core 50 and an Alphas SV 105 and have settled on the Alphas. Mainly because I have been using this rod for jerkbaits, small poppers that only weigh a 1/4 oz or so and that Alphas casts them a bit better.
The rod does have exceptional feel so you can toss your plastics and smaller jigs on it. The only negative is the rods specs are going to be off from any MH rod you have used. I would say it is more of a true medium and the action is somewhere between Fast and Mod/fast. When you set the hook and the rod bends, it flexes quite deeply. I also find it frustrating at times to get a good hook set on with a weightless plastic or bottom contact bait. It just feels more under powered and not as "fast" in action as I prefer those apps.
If you do want to use it for smaller plastics and jigs I would say you don't want to push the weight much above 3/8 oz total. A 1/4 oz jig and trailer or a texas rig that starts with a 1/4 oz weight or less and plastic is about where you want to be.
If you are wanting something more true to a normal bottom contact rod I would see if I could find the 7'1 model. It is more powerful and has a faster action.
Nonetheless excellent score on the rod! I am sure you will enjoy it. If you find yourself tossing jerkbaits or top water poppers a lot, where you are constantly working the bait, I find the length and action absolutely ideal for both of these techniques as well.
The Maestro reply :
On 3/18/2019 at 2:52 AM, kickerfish1 said:About as rare as a unicorn. I have the same exact rod and have had mine for probably close 4-5 years. I think I paid $250 for mine new from TW when they were closing them out.
I can tell you that they are still the lightest weight rods on the market. That 6'10 rod weighs only 3 oz. Pair it up with a 5.5 ounce Core 50 and it will weigh a whopping 8.5 ounces as a combo. What does this mean in terms of your fishing experience? Well, you won't have much fatigue and everything will be amplified even more in terms of feel.
I have tried both a Core 50 and an Alphas SV 105 and have settled on the Alphas. Mainly because I have been using this rod for jerkbaits, small poppers that only weigh a 1/4 oz or so and that Alphas casts them a bit better.
The rod does have exceptional feel so you can toss your plastics and smaller jigs on it. The only negative is the rods specs are going to be off from any MH rod you have used. I would say it is more of a true medium and the action is somewhere between Fast and Mod/fast. When you set the hook and the rod bends, it flexes quite deeply. I also find it frustrating at times to get a good hook set on with a weightless plastic or bottom contact bait. It just feels more under powered and not as "fast" in action as I prefer those apps.
If you do want to use it for smaller plastics and jigs I would say you don't want to push the weight much above 3/8 oz total. A 1/4 oz jig and trailer or a texas rig that starts with a 1/4 oz weight or less and plastic is about where you want to be.
If you are wanting something more true to a normal bottom contact rod I would see if I could find the 7'1 model. It is more powerful and has a faster action.
Nonetheless excellent score on the rod! I am sure you will enjoy it. If you find yourself tossing jerkbaits or top water poppers a lot, where you are constantly working the bait, I find the length and action absolutely ideal for both of these techniques as well.
I noticed when I put a reel on it and pulled on the line to test the action it does flex quite far down the blank just like you described. I'm hoping I can still use it as a senko rod by using very thin wire hooks. I can already tell it will require a different hook setting technique vs. what I'm used to. I'll also need to back off on the drag with such feeble hooks. I hope it works because I really want to like this rod.
Thanks for providing your first hand experience with this stick. There's surprisingly little info on these rods out there. I guess it was just before the current age where EVERYTHING'S on the internet.
kickerfish1 reply :
I am sure you will like the rod. Like I mentioned I like it for a few techniques that require a great deal of effort to work the bait. It also shines as a smaller plastics rod.
It is extremely light and rivals anything I have seen on the market even todays rods. And the feel is about as much as any one could ask for.
I am sure you will enjoy the rod. Just be careful with the rod. If you break it you will probably get an Expride. And while the Exprides are great rods they don't have near as good as feel and obviously not close on the weight either.
If mid micro sized guides would have been either around or more popular when the Cumulus rods were created this rod would be even lighter and maybe 2.8 oz. Some of those guides they used are quite large even though they were top of the line in quality for the time they were produced.
Fish the rod, experiment with it and let use know what you think!
SMITTY0045 reply :
Just came in the mail today. This is my first JDM reel that I’ve owned (got it of TW, they had it labeled as JDM). Daiwa EM-MS2506H
The Bassman reply :
On 3/21/2019 at 9:20 AM, SMITTY0045 said:Just came in the mail today. This is my first JDM reel that I’ve owned (got it of TW, they had it labeled as JDM). Daiwa EM-MS2506H
Definitely want to stick with braid on that spool. Really shallow. Japanese are big on that. I never really understood their benefit on spinning reels.
fishwizzard reply :
On 3/21/2019 at 5:19 PM, The Bassman said:Definitely want to stick with braid on that spool. Really shallow. Japanese are big on that. I never really understood their benefit on spinning reels.
I’m the opposite, I dont understand why most USDM spinning reels have so much capacity, I usually end up filling most of my spinning reels 3/4 of the way up with plumbers tape before I spool line on.
The Bassman reply :
On 3/21/2019 at 9:55 PM, fishwizzard said:I’m the opposite, I dont understand why most USDM spinning reels have so much capacity, I usually end up filling most of my spinning reels 3/4 of the way up with plumbers tape before I spool line on.
I'm actually somewhere in the middle. USDM too much, JDM not enough. I considered a Stradic 2000 CI4+HGS but all of Shimano's JDM shallow spools are too much so. Not enough capacity for anything except for low test braid.
CrankFate reply :
On 3/21/2019 at 9:55 PM, fishwizzard said:I’m the opposite, I dont understand why most USDM spinning reels have so much capacity, I usually end up filling most of my spinning reels 3/4 of the way up with plumbers tape before I spool line on.
On 3/22/2019 at 4:00 AM, The Bassman said:I'm actually somewhere in the middle. USDM too much, JDM not enough. I considered a Stradic 2000 CI4+HGS but all of Shimano's JDM shallow spools are too much so. Not enough capacity for anything except for low test braid.
Line capacity is overrated. With braided line and high tech graphite rods and super hardened hooks and 9 or more pounds drag, no fish will spool you. Get a shallower spool and use the force, it will guide you ????
bh91 reply :
Y’all making me have second thoughts about my 5000 size reel now
rippin-lips reply :
On 3/22/2019 at 8:54 AM, bh91 said:Y’all making me have second thoughts about my 5000 size reel now
That’s a huge spinning reel for bass fishing.
J Francho reply :
I've set up plenty of people with 4000/5000 size reels and 50/65 lb. braid or up to 17# mono/fluoro for bass fishing. For what ever reason, be it disability or inability, they won't use a baitcaster, so to use heavier line, the larger spool diameter works well. Many times, it's for frogging. They usually have to look at inshore rods for this.
bh91 reply :
On 3/22/2019 at 10:23 PM, rippin-lips said:That’s a huge spinning reel for bass fishing.
Striped bass
Smelter96 reply :
After much contemplation, I decided to take this beauty home. Fitzgerald Titan HD, 7'6" heavy. Wanted to try one for awhile, finally bit the bullet. Thinking of putting an OG zillion or Steez ex on it. Gotta few months to decide still lol.
Flavio reply :
This year I decided to get a dedicated topwater and Jerkbait setup.
Got an Evergreen Combat Stick paired up with a Tatula SV.
rippin-lips reply :
I was pleasantly surprised with those when I handled a few in the store. Nice build quality and pretty dang light.
microotter reply :
These are my 2 newest reels (and rods). My goal is to give the reels a strong comparison this year. Today was my first time using the Tatula LT. I bought the Stradic a few years ago, but have only fished with it maybe 5 times. I caught my first 2 bass of the year today—largemouth on the tatula and a smallmouth on the stradic.
bh91 reply :
The tatula is definetly not as nice as the stradic .. in my opinion unless I was one of the unlucky few that get a imperfect rod
The Bassman reply :
On 3/31/2019 at 3:46 AM, microotter said:
These are my 2 newest reels (and rods). My goal is to give the reels a strong comparison this year. Today was my first time using the Tatula LT. I bought the Stradic a few years ago, but have only fished with it maybe 5 times. I caught my first 2 bass of the year today—largemouth on the tatula and a smallmouth on the stradic.
Put a little more line on your Stradic, about a 1/16" from the spool edge bevel. Will make a big diff.
punch reply :
Expride 7'2MH Glass (new chatterbait rod) with a new Tatula 100. This matte black darth vader reel looks awesome on the Expride.
GLX 893C with a 13 ***. For some reason I just can't let this particular *** go, it's one of my favorite reels and it fits perfectly on the GLX for some reason. I had two of these and my other one felt a little "geary", but this one is super smooth. It's the only 13 reel I have left anymore... I got it so nice and broken in. Plus they look pretty cool together.
microotter reply :
On 3/31/2019 at 5:04 AM, The Bassman said:Put a little more line on your Stradic, about a 1/16" from the spool edge bevel. Will make a big diff.
Yeah I noticed that today. I actually didn’t respool it this season. Whatever line I had on there is holding up well as far as manageability. Its either mccoy or yozuri hybrid.
BaitFinesse reply :
Daiwa Alphas SV with a Megabass Zonda spool and silver parts on a Megabass Orochi xXx Black Elsile 2.
MountainMan83 reply :
On 3/31/2019 at 5:19 AM, BaitFinesse said:Daiwa Alphas SV with a Megabass Zonda spool and silver parts on a Megabass Orochi xXx Black Elsile 2.
Slick rick here. Looks great! How does that zonda spool compare to the stock sv spool?
BaitFinesse reply :
On 3/31/2019 at 8:49 AM, MountainMan83 said:Slick rick here. Looks great! How does that zonda spool compare to the stock sv spool?
It is much faster and heavier. It is not as heavily braked as the SV spool. Totally different animals. The Alphas SV spool is a skipping machine but lacks distance. The Zonda spool is more of a caster and offers better distance. The max distance of the Zonda spool isn't anything special but it casts effortlessly and a joy to roll cast baits with little effort. A gentle roll cast will send a squarebill flying at a high rate of speed. It pitches well too. It sort of remindes me of the Type R+ and Airy Red Pixy spools. They are very fast at low RPM and the polar opposite of the SV spools.
fishwizzard reply :
On 3/31/2019 at 5:19 AM, BaitFinesse said:Megabass Orochi xXx Black Elsile 2.
How is the Elsile? I have an XXX Themis and really like it. The XXX line does not seem very popular over here and there’s not a lot of information about them. The price point makes them attractive for niche/technique/presentation specific stuff.
JBradley500 reply :
My combos from left to right...
Avid UL/F with 1000 CI4+
LTB M/XF with 2500 CI4+
LTB M/F with Met Mgl
Avid X MH/F with Chronarch CI4+
Avid X H/F with Curado K
I am happy that I am able to call these mine.
Big-Bass reply :
Legend Glass and JDM old school CV-Z 103
A-Jay reply :
On 3/31/2019 at 11:37 PM, Big-Bass said:Legend Glass and JDM old school CV-Z 103
Sweet !
A-Jay
Big-Bass reply :
On 3/31/2019 at 5:19 AM, BaitFinesse said:Daiwa Alphas SV with a Megabass Zonda spool and silver parts on a Megabass Orochi xXx Black Elsile 2.
5.8:1 or 7.2:1? Looks great!
BaitFinesse reply :
On 3/31/2019 at 11:53 PM, Big-Bass said:5.8:1 or 7.2:1? Looks great!
7.2
On 3/31/2019 at 10:32 PM, fishwizzard said:How is the Elsile? I have an XXX Themis and really like it. The XXX line does not seem very popular over here and there’s not a lot of information about them. The price point makes them attractive for niche/technique/presentation specific stuff.
It is light weight and well balanced. I bought it to use a jerkbait rod that could also pull weightless plastics duty and maybe small jigs. This rod was supposed to be super versatile and have 30% more rigid back bone thanks to the kabt fibers.
The rod is a fairly average medium powered rod. The kabt fiber do nothing to give it any more backbone from what I can see. I was expecting it to be like my Zodias 72M but the Zodias has way more backbone and is better for plastics and jigs. The BE2's handle is also longer than the Zoidas and too long for my tastes for jerkbait use. It didn't live up to the description of the rod which is a shock because all other Megabass rods I have knock it out of the park in that regard. This one was kinda a dud so I'm going to use it as a shallow crankbait and topwater rod and it seems like it will work really well.
All the talk about the kabt fibers didn't pan out. It's not just BE2 being softer than a M Zodias, the gen 2 Orochi XX rods are constructed the same way and guys are saying they are softer than the old XX rods.
fishwizzard reply :
On 4/1/2019 at 1:22 AM, BaitFinesse said:7.2
It is light weight and well balanced. I bought it to use a jerkbait rod that could also pull weightless plastics duty and maybe small jigs. This rod was supposed to be super versatile and have 30% more rigid back bone thanks to the kabt fibers.
The rod is a fairly average medium powered rod. The kabt fiber do nothing to give it any more backbone from what I can see. I was expecting it to be like my Zodias 72M but the Zodias has way more backbone and is better for plastics and jigs. The BE2's handle is also longer than the Zoidas and too long for my tastes for jerkbait use. It didn't live up to the description of the rod which is a shock because all other Megabass rods I have knock it out of the park in that regard. This one was kinda a dud so I'm going to use it as a shallow crankbait and topwater rod and it seems like it will work really well.
All the talk about the kabt fibers didn't pan out. It's not just BE2 being softer than a M Zodias, the gen 2 Orochi XX rods are constructed the same way and guys are saying they are softer than the old XX rods.
That’s too bad it wasnt what you wanted. The Black Themis is basicly a “ML/XF Spinning rod”, which is exaclty what I was looking for.
Do you feel like the BE is far off from the deflection chart?
BaitFinesse reply :
On 4/1/2019 at 3:26 AM, fishwizzard said:That’s too bad it wasnt what you wanted. The Black Themis is basicly a “ML/XF Spinning rod”, which is exaclty what I was looking for.
Do you feel like the BE is far off from the deflection chart?
I'd rather fish the Zodias for those baits. The BE2 behaves like a standard Medium powered fast action rod. The 72M Zodias is on the heavier side of medium without being a MH and is mod fast. The BE2 is a nice rod but there is nothing special about the taper or power of the rod. It doesn't act like it has 30% more backbone than other medium rods when my Zodias medium is way more powerful. It's a fine rod for what it is and can fish the baits it is recomended for but it's not my 1st pick for those baits. I bought this Alpahas SV to use my Zonda spool in. I put it on the rod to have a medium powered rod spooled up with mono to use for topwater and squarebills.
Burke reply :
Got email from my rod builder
Swapped out the cheap foam thing to cork on my falcon rod. Not only that, added new tip on it.
Before:
After:
GreenPig reply :
I need a bigger boat.
BaitFinesse reply :
The Bassman reply :
On 4/7/2019 at 8:18 AM, BaitFinesse said:
BaitFinesse reply :
On 4/7/2019 at 8:30 AM, The Bassman said:
The user classifieds section of another forum. There are so many beautiful builds at cheap prices over there that I actively try and avoid going to that section so I can stop buying reels. I bought that reel the last time I looked at the classifieds. The price was similar to what I played for my 1st Alphas SV new and this one is better than new with mods. The guy kept dropping the price and I threw on the towel and bought it. "Just stop, you win" "I'll buy it"
Columbia Craw reply :
Stumbled on this new Cousins E-glass cranking rod, 7'3" Med Heavy. The price was to good to pass it up. My son was tickled. He loves glass rods.
fishwizzard reply :
On 4/7/2019 at 9:58 AM, BaitFinesse said:The guy kept dropping the price and I threw on the towel and bought it. "Just stop, you win" "I'll buy it"
I started 2019 with one Pixy, now I have my fourth on the way to me. Same reason as above.
BaitFinesse reply :
On 4/8/2019 at 3:38 AM, fishwizzard said:I started 2019 with one Pixy, now I have my fourth on the way to me. Same reason as above.
Lol I saw that. Same guy I got my Alphas from.
BaitFinesse reply :
On 4/8/2019 at 3:38 AM, fishwizzard said:I started 2019 with one Pixy, now I have my fourth on the way to me. Same reason as above.
Do you consider that a Pixy or an Alphas? It's an Alphas Air Stream Custom with Pixy sideplates and Pixy spool. Aluminum frame Pixy maybe?
microotter reply :
On 3/31/2019 at 4:55 AM, bh91 said:The tatula is definetly not as nice as the stradic .. in my opinion unless I was one of the unlucky few that get a imperfect rod
What did you like better about the Stradic?
rippin-lips reply :
On 4/8/2019 at 5:02 AM, BaitFinesse said:Do you consider that a Pixy or an Alphas? It's an Alphas Air Stream Custom with Pixy sideplates and Pixy spool. Aluminum frame Pixy maybe?
Tim’s (hoohoorjoo) reel was an Alphas air stream frame with Alphas type F sides. The gears are from a pxr.
fishwizzard reply :
On 4/8/2019 at 3:59 AM, BaitFinesse said:Lol I saw that. Same guy I got my Alphas from.
Yea, one more price drop and I would have been unable to resist. Let me know if you ever want to sell it.
On 4/8/2019 at 5:02 AM, BaitFinesse said:Do you consider that a Pixy or an Alphas? It's an Alphas Air Stream Custom with Pixy sideplates and Pixy spool. Aluminum frame Pixy maybe?
On 4/8/2019 at 8:34 AM, rippin-lips said:Tim’s (hoohoorjoo) reel was an Alphas air stream frame with Alphas type F sides. The gears are from a pxr.
Yea, with the guts and spool being a Pixy I am inclined to call it a Pixy but I think it's a toss up. Maybe it's a Pixhas? Alpixy? Plphas?
I got an Airy Red Pixzilla from him as well, can't remember if I posted it though.
It's now living on a P3 Criffhanger but I don't have any glamour shots the combo yet.
Burke reply :
That other site is very dangerous...
I mostly get my stuff there for a heck of a good deal.
bh91 reply :
On 4/8/2019 at 7:09 AM, microotter said:What did you like better about the Stradic?
Smoother and more consistent drag, better durability ( bail seems to sometimes get stuck for some reason , and is loose for some reason on the tatula for being my newer reel ) other than that it reels smoother than other budget reels
microotter reply :
On 4/8/2019 at 10:31 AM, bh91 said:Smoother and more consistent drag, better durability ( bail seems to sometimes get stuck for some reason , and is loose for some reason on the tatula for being my newer reel ) other than that it reels smoother than other budget reels
Thanks! I have only fished with my Tatula on 3 or 4 trips, but so far I like the bail and how it closes better than on my Stradic. That may change the more that I use it. So far I am happy with both reels.
CrankFate reply :
I’m done for a while.
I recommend the Mgxtreme2 to anyone who wants a small, light, solid reel.
I also recommend the KLX Heavy Mod should be made with much bigger guides.
fishwizzard reply :
Airy Red Pixzilla on a P3 Criffhanger. Got it out for some pond hopping on Wed and am loving it. It’s fun as hell and is looking like a great combo for a lot of the overgrown ponds I fish. The reel puts my thumb to the test though, I think I am going to bump up to 10lb Sniper from the 7lb I'm using now to get a little more overrun forgiveness.
BaitFinesse reply :
On 4/19/2019 at 10:30 PM, fishwizzard said:
Airy Red Pixzilla on a P3 Criffhanger. Got it out for some pond hopping on Wed and am loving it. It’s fun as hell and is looking like a great combo for a lot of the overgrown ponds I fish. The reel puts my thumb to the test though, I think I am going to bump up to 10lb Sniper from the 7lb I'm using now to get a little more overrun forgiveness.
That's a pretty fast spool. I have one in my Silver Mica. Assuming the magnets are the same between the Airy Red and Silver Mica the spool is really only super fast when pitching and roll casting and behaves normally when casting over your shoulder. That has been my experience at least.
fishwizzard reply :
On 4/20/2019 at 3:02 AM, BaitFinesse said:That's a pretty fast spool. I have one in my Silver Mica. Assuming the magnets are the same between the Airy Red and Silver Mica the spool is really only super fast when pitching and roll casting and behaves normally when casting over your shoulder. That has been my experience at least.
Hah, that day was all pitching, roll casting, and one-handed flicks to get the lures around shoreline cover and to try and keep the thin tip from impacting said cover. I maybe made a dozen normal casts all day at most.
Mr. BattleArmor reply :
New setup
LongJohn87 reply :
On 4/21/2019 at 5:13 AM, Mr. BattleArmor said:New setup
Clean look
punch reply :
Yes, the blue on blue is great.
TBAG reply :
On 4/8/2019 at 8:49 AM, Burke said:That other site is very dangerous...
I mostly get my stuff there for a heck of a good deal.
I really shouldn't ask this because I'm sure it will hurt my bank account but what site are we referring to?
Big-Bass reply :
On 4/23/2019 at 10:17 PM, TBAG said:I really shouldn't ask this because I'm sure it will hurt my bank account but what site are we referring to?
Don't think it allows on here for the typing of the three letters in the name.
TBAG reply :
On 4/23/2019 at 10:29 PM, Big-Bass said:Don't think it allows on here for the typing of the three letters in the name.
PM me?
Derek1 reply :
On 4/21/2019 at 5:13 AM, Mr. BattleArmor said:New setup
I like it. I can’t quite make out the model but how do you like it.
TBAG reply :
I've got three of these combos now and I tell you what, the green/gold combo with the Curado K and the IMX Pro really look great together, they match so well. Oh, and fish pretty good too!
Untitled by Caleb Bender, on Flickr
Untitled by Caleb Bender, on Flickr
CrankFate reply :
I wound up going with an Abu instead of a Scorpion, but an old friend heard and sent me this with some copoly and a few other things.
fishballer06 reply :
I've got the latest and greatest goodies coming from Japan. Stay tuned everyone
Junger reply :
Alphas SV105P on the Tatula Elite 7' M/MH Ehrler AGS. I couldn't take the 80mm stock handle, so I bought a cheapo carbon fiber one off Amazon, unknowing if it would fit or not. It does fit, but there's a slight amount of in/out play on the knobs, so I have some spacers coming to tighten up the tolerance, still not awful right out of the box though. This is pretty much my favorite rod/reel combo at the moment, it throws 90% of my tackle, and most of it really well.
BaitFinesse reply :
On 4/27/2019 at 2:36 AM, Junger said:Alphas SV105P on the Tatula Elite 7' M/MH Ehrler AGS. I couldn't take the 80mm stock handle, so I bought a cheapo carbon fiber one off Amazon, unknowing if it would fit or not. It does fit, but there's a slight amount of in/out play on the knobs, so I have some spacers coming to tighten up the tolerance, still not awful right out of the box though. This is pretty much my favorite rod/reel combo at the moment, it throws 90% of my tackle, and most of it really well.
One of my favorite platforms. I like it in SV flavor. Mmmm
CrankFate reply :
On 4/27/2019 at 2:36 AM, Junger said:Alphas SV105P on the Tatula Elite 7' M/MH Ehrler AGS. I couldn't take the 80mm stock handle, so I bought a cheapo carbon fiber one off Amazon, unknowing if it would fit or not. It does fit, but there's a slight amount of in/out play on the knobs, so I have some spacers coming to tighten up the tolerance, still not awful right out of the box though. This is pretty much my favorite rod/reel combo at the moment, it throws 90% of my tackle, and most of it really well.
The ones by “KAWA” from the Kawa Official Store on Ali Express are good. No wobble on the knobs. But sometimes the hole that the gearshift fits into is burred on the inside and slightly too small and requires a little dremmeling out.
I can’t stand the small handles. My hand is too big for them.
BaitFinesse reply :
Daiwa + Shimano. If this is wrong then I don't want to be right.
Junger reply :
On 4/27/2019 at 8:32 AM, BaitFinesse said:One of my favorite platforms. I like it in SV flavor. Mmmm
Yeah same. I just recently discovered this platform, since I really didn't pick up fishing until after they were released. I kind of graduated from Tatula SV -> Zillion SV -> SV103 -> SV105....probably have to go with the new Alphas CT at some point.
On 4/27/2019 at 9:08 AM, CrankFate said:The ones by “KAWA” from the Kawa Official Store on Ali Express are good. No wobble on the knobs. But sometimes the hole that the gearshift fits into is burred on the inside and slightly too small and requires a little dremmeling out.
Does shipping take several weeks? I bought a 90mm off Ebay and the estimated delivery is like June. The 95mm handle off Amazon is OK, it may just feel a tad too big for the Alphas SV. I think the 90mm will probably suit me better...when it gets here. I couldn't find any 90mm cheapo carbon fiber handles on Amazon, otherwise I'd probably replace all my handles with them.
BaitFinesse reply :
On 4/27/2019 at 9:09 AM, Junger said:Yeah same. I just recently discovered this platform, since I really didn't pick up fishing until after they were released. I kind of graduated from Tatula SV -> Zillion SV -> SV103 -> SV105....probably have to go with the new Alphas CT at some point.
Does shipping take several weeks? I bought a 90mm off Ebay and the estimated delivery is like June. The 95mm handle off Amazon is OK, it may just feel a tad too big for the Alphas SV. I think the 90mm will probably suit me better...when it gets here. I couldn't find any 90mm cheapo carbon fiber handles on Amazon, otherwise I'd probably replace all my handles with them.
Ray's Studio on Aliexpress has a pretty good carbon handle for $30. It is visually similar to the ZPI carbon handles. They also have a $25 Carbon clicking drag star for Daiwa reels. I have both the handle and drag star on one of my Alphas SVs.
CrankFate reply :
On 4/27/2019 at 9:09 AM, Junger said:
Does shipping take several weeks? I bought a 90mm off Ebay and the estimated delivery is like June. The 95mm handle off Amazon is OK, it may just feel a tad too big for the Alphas SV. I think the 90mm will probably suit me better...when it gets here. I couldn't find any 90mm cheapo carbon fiber handles on Amazon, otherwise I'd probably replace all my handles with them.
It depends. Some have ePacket shipping and cost about $15, they arrive in about 10 days. Some are are Around $10 and take 2 weeks to 2 months. If you search them often enough, you can find the listings that cost more and have faster shipping. One that I just ordered arrived in a week, but now that same exact listing is about $4 less and will take a month. Check the promised shipping times, because I think it’s free if they miss the promised receipt date. If they promise it within 2 weeks, you should get it in 2 weeks or less.
Junger reply :
On 4/27/2019 at 9:17 AM, BaitFinesse said:Ray's Studio on Aliexpress has a pretty good carbon handle for $30. It is visually similar to the ZPI carbon handles. They also have a $25 Carbon clicking drag star for Daiwa reels. I have both the handle and drag star on one of my Alphas SVs.
Any clicker knob mod for the tension knob? That's actually the only thing that I think my reel lacks...
BaitFinesse reply :
Speaking of Kawa handles. This custom painted 'urban camo' steez (MB IS73) has a $12 Kawa handle and knobs on it. I bought it for the knobs but the handle is decent too. No play in the knobs at all. I want to get a Daiwa RCS style Basszone carbon handle and swap the knobs over. Not a bad buy for $12. I still need to build a rod for this reel. It has an SS SV spool and magnet assembly. It is meant to be a close quarters combat skipping machine. Some day it will be finished. I have way too many fishing related projects. Priorities.
On 4/27/2019 at 9:25 AM, Junger said:Any clicker knob mod for the tension knob? That's actually the only thing that I think my reel lacks...
There is no room on the Alphas and Pixy reels. Too tiny. You need an acorn style tension knob to even run a clicking drag star. A clicking tension knob is not permissible by the platform. No biggie IMO.
fishwizzard reply :
On 4/27/2019 at 9:33 AM, BaitFinesse said:
I found a rod for you. I am really looking at the H/F 6’6” one but can’t find somewhere that will ship to the US.
BaitFinesse reply :
On 4/27/2019 at 9:45 AM, fishwizzard said:
I found a rod for you. I am really looking at the H/F 6’6” one but can’t find somewhere that will ship to the US.
I tried to buy a similar aussie urban camo rod at one point off the aussie tackle warehouse. I just need to cut my teeth on a rod build using this reel. Urban camo EVA split with cork like the EVA cork split of the xXx rods. Under 7'2" at max length to roll cast off the Javelin Renegade 19 without hitting the console. Ect.
kroberts9 reply :
On 3/14/2019 at 10:05 AM, Columbia Craw said:Cleaned and lubed everything a sealed the cork. A little line changing and it's time to go. Photos for the insurance agent so I figured, I would post them. What the heck.
My wife just walked up and looked at the screen and asked, " are you selling all those?" She's so sweet.
that right there is one beautiful sight.
I need to send a pic to my agent too. I don't have nearly as many set ups but the 13 I do have all cost a pretty penny.
punch reply :
This is my lineup going into the 2019 season. I've finally purged my collection of oddball manufacture rods & rods that I was not totally smitten with. I've really focused on quality and decided these are the brands/models that really speak to me (currently). These guys have made the cut (so far).
Baitcast reels are mostly Curado K's, Lew's Tournament Pro's, or Tatula's. Spinning reels are either Ballistic or Tatula LT's.
*the bed has no sheets because I just moved it down from my daughters room & we need to buy some non-princess bedding for it*
L to R..
St Croix Legend Xtreme 7' M
St Croix Legend X 7'1 MH
St Croix Legend Glass 7'2 M
St Croix Legend Tournament Bass 7'1 M
St Croix Legend Tournament Bass 6'8 M (jerkbait)
St Croix Legend Tournament Bass 7'4 H (frog)
Gloomis GLX 852S 7'1 M
Gloomis GLX 893C 7'5 MH
Expride 7' M spinning
Expride 6'10 M spinning
Expride 7'2 MH (two of them)
Expride 7'2 MH Glass
Megabass Destroyer FMJ
Megabass Destroyer Otomat (new topwater stick)
Megabass Levante Perfect Pitch
A-Jay reply :
On 4/27/2019 at 3:02 PM, punch said:This is my lineup going into the 2019 season. I've finally purged my collection of oddball manufacture rods & rods that I was not totally smitten with. I've really focused on quality and decided these are the brands/models that really speak to me (currently). These guys have made the cut (so far).
Baitcast reels are mostly Curado K's, Lew's Tournament Pro's, or Tatula's. Spinning reels are either Ballistic or Tatula LT's.
*the bed has no sheets because I just moved it down from my daughters room & we need to buy some non-princess bedding for it*
L to R..
St Croix Legend Xtreme 7' M
St Croix Legend X 7'1 MH
St Croix Legend Glass 7'2 M
St Croix Legend Tournament Bass 7'1 M
St Croix Legend Tournament Bass 6'8 M (jerkbait)
St Croix Legend Tournament Bass 7'4 H (frog)
Gloomis GLX 852S 7'1 M
Gloomis GLX 893C 7'5 MH
Expride 7' M spinning
Expride 6'10 M spinning
Expride 7'2 MH (two of them)
Expride 7'2 MH Glass
Megabass Destroyer FMJ
Megabass Destroyer Otomat (new topwater stick)
Megabass Levante Perfect Pitch
Nice Selection.
ST Croix, G Loomis and or Megabass all really need to consider adding brand themed bedding to their already impressive line up.
A-Jay
MarcelP reply :
New Shimano Aldebaran MGL 31HG with Sunline Cast Away 12lb
fishballer06 reply :
Freshly in from Japan. The new Scorpion MGL 151HG.
Jrob78 reply :
On 4/30/2019 at 9:27 PM, fishballer06 said:Freshly in from Japan. The new Scorpion MGL 151HG.
Got that candy paint job, nice looking reel.
NittyGrittyBoy reply :
So many lefties... Haha
Joshua van Wyk reply :
On 4/30/2019 at 9:27 PM, fishballer06 said:Freshly in from Japan. The new Scorpion MGL 151HG.
That looks wayyyy better than I thought it would!
MountainMan83 reply :
I think a black handle nut and screw will finish it off.
fishballer06 reply :
On 4/30/2019 at 11:35 PM, Joshua van Wyk said:That looks wayyyy better than I thought it would!
It looks even better in person in natural lighting. The red is a deep, rich red. And then the accent colors are a glossy, dark titanium color with small red metal flakes in it. There's also a little scorpion etched in to the tension control knob.
evilcatfish reply :
On 4/30/2019 at 9:27 PM, fishballer06 said:Freshly in from Japan. The new Scorpion MGL 151HG.
Very nice! I'm a Daiwa guy, but something about the Scorpion reels has always gotten my attention
Joshua van Wyk reply :
On 5/1/2019 at 12:43 AM, fishballer06 said:It looks even better in person in natural lighting. The red is a deep, rich red. And then the accent colors are a glossy, dark titanium color with small red metal flakes in it. There's also a little scorpion etched in to the tension control knob.
How do you think it compares to the chronarch Mgl and Curado DC when it comes to casting?
fishballer06 reply :
On 5/1/2019 at 8:18 PM, Joshua van Wyk said:How do you think it compares to the chronarch Mgl and Curado DC when it comes to casting?
If you look very closely at my photo's, you'll see how much I've actually used this beauty so far
As I do with most of my new reels I get when something gets released, I'll post up a full review once I get some on the water use with it. Stay tuned in the upcoming weeks to the Rods/Reels/Line section.
BocaGrande reply :
Daiwa Tatula CT Type-R
Daiwa Tatula XT
Lews Tournament MB Speed Spool LFS
Daiwa Aird X
MarcelP reply :
On 5/1/2019 at 12:28 AM, MountainMan83 said:I think a black handle nut and screw will finish it off.
On 4/30/2019 at 9:27 PM, fishballer06 said:Freshly in from Japan. The new Scorpion MGL 151HG.
Without a doubt they run on J.A.R.V.I.S. and are part of the Avengers.
MountainMan83 reply :
On 5/2/2019 at 4:15 PM, MarcelP said:
Without a doubt they run on J.A.R.V.I.S. and are part of the Avengers.
Exactly what I was thinking! I saw baller posted his reel and was sitting here at work playing with mine and thought they match pretty well.
punch reply :
Im in between jobs right now and have too much free time..
CrankFate reply :
On 4/27/2019 at 9:09 AM, Junger said:
Does shipping take several weeks? I bought a 90mm off Ebay and the estimated delivery is like June. The 95mm handle off Amazon is OK, it may just feel a tad too big for the Alphas SV. I think the 90mm will probably suit me better...when it gets here. I couldn't find any 90mm cheapo carbon fiber handles on Amazon, otherwise I'd probably replace all my handles with them.
I just ordered a 105mm Kawa Handle from Ali Express on April 22 for $10.34 according to USPS tracking it is already at the local distribution center and will be delivered May 4.
CrankFate reply :
On 4/27/2019 at 9:33 AM, BaitFinesse said:Speaking of Kawa handles. This custom painted 'urban camo' steez (MB IS73) has a $12 Kawa handle and knobs on it. I bought it for the knobs but the handle is decent too. No play in the knobs at all. I want to get a Daiwa RCS style Basszone carbon handle and swap the knobs over. Not a bad buy for $12. I still need to build a rod for this reel. It has an SS SV spool and magnet assembly. It is meant to be a close quarters combat skipping machine. Some day it will be finished. I have way too many fishing related projects. Priorities.
There is no room on the Alphas and Pixy reels. Too tiny. You need an acorn style tension knob to even run a clicking drag star. A clicking tension knob is not permissible by the platform. No biggie IMO.
Looks like the same as the one in this pic. I expect to use the cork handles that came with the reel it’s going on though.
MountainMan83 reply :
Got my purple gal finished up.
mrpao reply :
On 5/2/2019 at 8:54 PM, punch said:Im in between jobs right now and have too much free time..
Enjoyed the video.
I have some of the same rods from shimano and megabass. Most of my reels are shimanos though.
I only have three Lews reels- Pro TI, Hypermag and older Speed spool TSHS.
Like you, I enjoy trying new tackle out to see if they fit my needs. If not, then they get sold or traded.
punch reply :
On 5/3/2019 at 9:33 AM, mrpao said:Enjoyed the video.
I have some of the same rods from shimano and megabass. Most of my reels are shimanos though.
I only have three Lews reels- Pro TI, Hypermag and older Speed spool TSHS.
Like you, I enjoy trying new tackle out to see if they fit my needs. If not, then they get sold or traded.
Yea, there's no reason to hang onto a rod you know you're not going to use that much. Thanks for watching.
The Pro Ti is a pretty fantastic reel. Is it $350 fantastic? I dunno. I got mine used for like 240.
Junger reply :
On 5/3/2019 at 10:42 AM, punch said:Yea, there's no reason to hang onto a rod you know you're not going to use that much. Thanks for watching.
Nice combos! I'm holding onto some of my "beginner" set ups for my kids. Right now they're using 6' spinning rods, but one day they'll use some of my other combos.
BaitFinesse reply :
On 5/3/2019 at 12:20 AM, CrankFate said:Looks like the same as the one in this pic. I expect to use the cork handles that came with the reel it’s going on though.
Are the cork handle from an Abu reel? If so then they have larger knob diameters than Daiwa/Shimano. I don't know what size shafts the Kawa handle has. I am going to remove my Kawa knobs from the handle and fit them to a Daiwa style carbon handle at some point.
If the Kawa handle won't take Abu knobs then you can get a Ray's Studio DIY carbon handle for $30 off Aliexpress. They come in an Abu knob shaft version.
GeekFisher reply :
On 5/4/2019 at 2:36 AM, BaitFinesse said:Are the cork handle from an Abu reel? If so then they have larger knob diameters than Daiwa/Shimano. I don't know what size shafts the Kawa handle has. I am going to remove my Kawa knobs from the handle and fit them to a Daiwa style carbon handle at some point.
If the Kawa handle won't take Abu knobs then you can get a Ray's Studio DIY carbon handle for $30 off Aliexpress. They come in an Abu knob shaft version.
Mines are all from an Aliexpress seller/brand called Jitai.
ResoKP reply :
On 5/2/2019 at 8:54 PM, punch said:Im in between jobs right now and have too much free time..
Nice video!
You already got the Otomat. Let us know how you like it. It's an interesting rod. I was hoping Megabass added a Braillist version to the Destroyer line. I'm looking for a weightless t-rig plastics/senko rod and the closest Megabass has in the Destroyer line seems to be the Daemos. But I'm thinking NRX 893 or Conquest 903 are going to be better. I noticed you use GLX 893 for light t-rigs. Does it perform better than Daemos for this application?
punch reply :
On 5/4/2019 at 3:55 AM, ResoKP said:Nice video!
You already got the Otomat. Let us know how you like it. It's an interesting rod. I was hoping Megabass added a Braillist version to the Destroyer line. I'm looking for a weightless t-rig plastics/senko rod and the closest Megabass has in the Destroyer line seems to be the Daemos. But I'm thinking NRX 893 or Conquest 903 are going to be better. I noticed you use GLX 893 for light t-rigs. Does it perform better than Daemos for this application?
The 893 is definitely more powerful than the Daemos. The Deamos has a softer action and is only rated up to 3/8th. It's more of what I would consider to be a "medium" power rod vs a true MH like the 893. The Deamos really excels at single hook moving baits AND can also be used for light t-rigs and weightless Senkos. If im dragging the bottom with a t-rig worm I'd be crazy not to use the 893.. it's one of the best blanks ever for that.
I mostly use the Deamos for paddle tail 3-4" swimbaits & spinnerbaits. I personally toss weightless Senkos on spinning gear most of the time.
The Otomat is definitely the softest rod in the Destroyer line. I used it a bit this week and MAN does it bomb a popmax. I was shocked how far I can toss a topwater plug on it. I have a feeling I'm going to love the Otomat.
CrankFate reply :
On 5/4/2019 at 2:36 AM, BaitFinesse said:Are the cork handle from an Abu reel? If so then they have larger knob diameters than Daiwa/Shimano. I don't know what size shafts the Kawa handle has. I am going to remove my Kawa knobs from the handle and fit them to a Daiwa style carbon handle at some point.
If the Kawa handle won't take Abu knobs then you can get a Ray's Studio DIY carbon handle for $30 off Aliexpress. They come in an Abu knob shaft version.
I’ll find out when it gets here tomorrow. I requested one that fits Abu Garcia and they said they’d send that. We shall see.
BaitFinesse reply :
On 5/4/2019 at 7:56 AM, CrankFate said:I’ll find out when it gets here tomorrow. I requested one that fits Abu Garcia and they said they’d send that. We shall see.
Hopefully that means that means the knob shafts are 5mm and not just that the handle fits onto Daiwa and Abu reels.
If not then for under $30 there is the Ray's Studio handle from Weihai Fishing Store on Aiexpress.
https://m.aliexpress.com/item/32293564915.html?sellerAdminSeq=205955473&spm=a2g0n.search-amp.list.32293564915&aff_trace_key=168fac4215424bc884fa2523b8655dc0-1555787808155-04380-jiIYbIM&aff_platform=msite&m_page_id=5960amp-URqJUP9hKzHFUedRCGeovA1556928419526
I have a number of these handle. I have one and a carbon drag star on one of my Alphas SVs.
CrankFate reply :
On 5/4/2019 at 8:09 AM, BaitFinesse said:Hopefully that means that means the knob shafts are 5mm and not just that the handle fits onto Daiwa and Abu reels.
If not then for under $30 there is the Ray's Studio handle from Weihai Fishing Store on Aiexpress.
https://m.aliexpress.com/item/32293564915.html?sellerAdminSeq=205955473&spm=a2g0n.search-amp.list.32293564915&aff_trace_key=168fac4215424bc884fa2523b8655dc0-1555787808155-04380-jiIYbIM&aff_platform=msite&m_page_id=5960amp-URqJUP9hKzHFUedRCGeovA1556928419526
I have a number of these handle. I have one and a carbon drag star on one of my Alphas SVs.
Looks Good! I think I have that drag star in the grey/silver color with purple.
KP Duty reply :
I need a couple of carbon handles myself, and stumbled on this one. Comes with bearings for $12.
https://m.aliexpress.com/item/32840487407.html?trace=wwwdetail2mobilesitedetail&productId=32840487407&productSubject=DIY-carbon-rocker-arm-for-S-reel-with-bearings-wheel-carbon-handle-knob-fishing-accessories-4mm&gps-id=platformRecommendH5&scm=1007.18499.102167.0&scm_id=1007.18499.102167.0&scm-url=1007.18499.102167.0&pvid=efa9d4c0-d1f2-45dc-b839-b3b1f74ddb5a&_t=gps-id:platformRecommendH5,scm-url:1007.18499.102167.0,pvid:efa9d4c0-d1f2-45dc-b839-b3b1f74ddb5a&spm=a2g0n.detail-amp.moretolove.32840487407&aff_trace_key=&aff_platform=msite&m_page_id=5740amp-dhPsis1GTwFtMyfEpaYcpg1556946770141
EllisJuan reply :
Paid my annual tithe to the Tackle Gods...
Stella 2500HG
Conquest 842s SJR
The Conquest rod feels impossibly light. I weighed it compared to my NRX 852s, which already is absurdly light. NRX - 3.73oz Conquest - 3.39oz
jbsoonerfan reply :
Well as a co-angler I only take 5 set ups with me and it seems as though they are always changing. I think I have settled on a starting 5. They are all on Denali fission rods. I bought these rods to just "try" and would assume I would have already moved back to my Crucials, but these are still being used.
Left to right Scorpion BFS XG on a 6'8" M, Curado 150 DC on a 6'10" MH, Scorpion 70 XG on a 7'2" MH, Core 50Mg7 on a 7'2" MH, Curado K on a 7'2" H
CrankFate reply :
On 5/4/2019 at 2:36 AM, BaitFinesse said:Are the cork handle from an Abu reel? If so then they have larger knob diameters than Daiwa/Shimano. I don't know what size shafts the Kawa handle has. I am going to remove my Kawa knobs from the handle and fit them to a Daiwa style carbon handle at some point.
If the Kawa handle won't take Abu knobs then you can get a Ray's Studio DIY carbon handle for $30 off Aliexpress. They come in an Abu knob shaft version.
Got it today. Nice handle, but the Abu knobs do not fit. It came with grey camo knobs, but I really want the Abu cork handles. Do the Rays Studio handles come in 105 or 110mm sizes? The reason I want the handle is the Abu handle is way too small.
BaitFinesse reply :
On 5/7/2019 at 7:50 AM, CrankFate said:Got it today. Nice handle, but the Abu knobs do not fit. It came with grey camo knobs, but I really want the Abu cork handles. Do the Rays Studio handles come in 105 or 110mm sizes? The reason I want the handle is the Abu handle is way too small.
You can get them in either a 95mm or 100mm Abu. The option to choose handle type and length is under the "color" option.
To actually choose your colors for the accent parts you message the seller after placing an order. Under My Orders there is an option to send a message to the seller. You need to do this anyways to let them know if it is for a left or right handle reel so they know which nut to use.
You can choose colors individually for handle nut, lock plate, lock plate screw and the axle pin plate which are aluminum washers for the screws that hold the knob shafts to the carbon handle.
EllisJuan reply :
Studio Composites in Japan makes the nicest handles I have ever seen. Hawgtech and Rays are a MUCH better value.
I have one on my Met DC and '13 Met. They're flawlessly finished and beyond stiff.
CrankFate reply :
On 5/7/2019 at 8:49 AM, BaitFinesse said:You can get them in either a 95mm or 100mm Abu. The option to choose handle type and length is under the "color" option.
To actually choose your colors for the accent parts you message the seller after placing an order. Under My Orders there is an option to send a message to the seller. You need to do this anyways to let them know if it is for a left or right handle reel so they know which nut to use.
You can choose colors individually for handle nut, lock plate, lock plate screw and the axle pin plate which are aluminum washers for the screws that hold the knob shafts to the carbon handle.
On 5/7/2019 at 10:16 AM, EllisJuan said:Studio Composites in Japan makes the nicest handles I have ever seen. Hawgtech and Rays are a MUCH better value.
I have one on my Met DC and '13 Met. They're flawlessly finished and beyond stiff.
That's nice, and I can feel that carbon graphite sound on the sides of the handle just from the picture!
I'm inclined to go Hawgtech. because its at least 102mm -- 100 is OK, but for what im going to be using tis reel for on a big rod, the smaller handles aren't big enough. Does anyone know if the Hawgtech handle is compatible with Abu knobs? Not sure? Maybe Rays Studio at 100mm. ??? … ??? I don't know now … ??? … ???
BaitFinesse reply :
On 5/7/2019 at 10:40 AM, CrankFate said:
That's nice, and I can feel that carbon graphite sound on the sides of the handle just from the picture!
I'm inclined to go Hawgtech. because its at least 102mm -- 100 is OK, but for what im going to be using tis reel for on a big rod, the smaller handles aren't big enough. Does anyone know if the Hawgtech handle is compatible with Abu knobs? Not sure? Maybe Rays Studio at 100mm. ??? … ??? I don't know now … ??? … ???
I HIGHLY doubt the Hawgtech handle will accept Abu knobs. The Ray's will and is only $30. Seems like a no brainer to me. 100mm is plenty. Your Tatula 100 only has a 90mm handle. Why do you want carbon handle longer than 90mm for an MGXtreme? That reel is an aluminum geared finesse reel.
CrankFate reply :
On 5/7/2019 at 2:21 PM, BaitFinesse said:I HIGHLY doubt the Hawgtech handle will accept Abu knobs. The Ray's will and is only $30. Seems like a no brainer to me. 100mm is plenty. Your Tatula 100 only has a 90mm handle. Why do you want carbon handle longer than 90mm for an MGXtreme? That reel is an aluminum geared finesse reel.
I want the longer handle because the 105mm handle is perfect. I will be using this reel on a Kistler Heavy Mod 7’ 7” for relatively large fish (not LMB). A bigger handle makes it easier to slap the handle to bring in some line while jigging. It also puts the handle you turn further up the rod.
J Francho reply :
You'll probably need to get knobs from them. I like their cork knobs.
CrankFate reply :
On 5/7/2019 at 2:21 PM, BaitFinesse said:I HIGHLY doubt the Hawgtech handle will accept Abu knobs. The Ray's will and is only $30. Seems like a no brainer to me. 100mm is plenty. Your Tatula 100 only has a 90mm handle. Why do you want carbon handle longer than 90mm for an MGXtreme? That reel is an aluminum geared finesse reel.
I tried to find the Rays studio for Abu, but can’t. I only find one with big bulbous EVA knobs. Do you have a link?
BaitFinesse reply :
On 5/8/2019 at 7:20 AM, CrankFate said:I tried to find the Rays studio for Abu, but can’t. I only find one with big bulbous EVA knobs. Do you have a link?
https://m.aliexpress.com/item/32293564915.html?sellerAdminSeq=205955473&spm=a2g0n.search-amp.list.32293564915&aff_trace_key=168fac4215424bc884fa2523b8655dc0-1555787808155-04380-jiIYbIM&aff_platform=msite&m_page_id=5960amp-URqJUP9hKzHFUedRCGeovA1556928419526
CrankFate reply :
On 5/8/2019 at 8:55 AM, BaitFinesse said:https://m.aliexpress.com/item/32293564915.html?sellerAdminSeq=205955473&spm=a2g0n.search-amp.list.32293564915&aff_trace_key=168fac4215424bc884fa2523b8655dc0-1555787808155-04380-jiIYbIM&aff_platform=msite&m_page_id=5960amp-URqJUP9hKzHFUedRCGeovA1556928419526
That’s weird. I could not find it in the App until I did a photo search. Are you sure it’ll take stock Abu knobs?
BaitFinesse reply :
On 5/8/2019 at 9:24 AM, CrankFate said:That’s weird. I could not find it in the App until I did a photo search. Are you sure it’ll take stock Abu knobs?
If you order a handle for an Abu reel. You don't need the app to find the handle. Just click the link. I've bought lots of stuff there and don't have the app. The handle is in the weihai fishing store on aliexpress.
Store: https://m.aliexpress.com/store/storeHome.htm?sellerAdminSeq=205955473&version=v2#/
Handle: https://m.aliexpress.com/item/32293564915.html?sellerAdminSeq=205955473&spm=a2g0n.search-amp.list.32293564915&aff_trace_key=168fac4215424bc884fa2523b8655dc0-1555787808155-04380-jiIYbIM&aff_platform=msite&m_page_id=6301amp-URqJUP9hKzHFUedRCGeovA1557290173535
Under "color" select the yellow square when ordering. The text will display ABU 100mm. This means the handle will be 100mm, fit Abu reels and take Abu knobs. Message the seller after the order under My Orders to tell them what colors you want for the anodized parts and what handle side, left or right.
CrankFate reply :
On 5/8/2019 at 12:40 PM, BaitFinesse said:If you order a handle for an Abu reel. You don't need the app to find the handle. Just click the link. I've bought lots of stuff there and don't have the app. The handle is in the weihai fishing store on aliexpress.
Store: https://m.aliexpress.com/store/storeHome.htm?sellerAdminSeq=205955473&version=v2#/
Handle: https://m.aliexpress.com/item/32293564915.html?sellerAdminSeq=205955473&spm=a2g0n.search-amp.list.32293564915&aff_trace_key=168fac4215424bc884fa2523b8655dc0-1555787808155-04380-jiIYbIM&aff_platform=msite&m_page_id=6301amp-URqJUP9hKzHFUedRCGeovA1557290173535
Under "color" select the yellow square when ordering. The text will display ABU 100mm. This means the handle will be 100mm, fit Abu reels and take Abu knobs. Message the seller after the order under My Orders to tell them what colors you want for the anodized parts and what handle side, left or right.
Ordered it. I see the picture in the listing that shows a 5mm post for the Abus. Now I need to figure out what to put the 105mm handle on?
I have no no idea how the Tatula handles fish like they are bigger? But they do. Maybe the knobs are wider? Or the post is closer to the edge?
EllisJuan reply :
Scooped up an Ebay reel stand. One of my JDM reels came with one, and they are pretty nice for keeping the rash off a reel when laying on deck. I could not bring myself to buy the Titanium Shimano one...
https://www.hedgehog-studio.co.jp/product/4376
https://ebay.us/sFSk3a
LongJohn87 reply :
Nothing crazy like the posts on here, but my first combo over $200 ????
(Fury 7'0 MHF; Tatula Ct)
punch reply :
On 5/9/2019 at 9:46 AM, EllisJuan said:Scooped up an Ebay reel stand. One of my JDM reels came with one, and they are pretty nice for keeping the rash off a reel when laying on deck. I could not bring myself to buy the Titanium Shimano one...
https://www.hedgehog-studio.co.jp/product/4376
https://ebay.us/sFSk3a
Wow I didn't know that they made kickstands for reels. What the heck.
The Bassman reply :
On 5/9/2019 at 10:10 AM, adnan123 said:Nothing crazy like the posts on here, but my first combo over $200 ????
(Fury 7'0 MHF; Tatula Ct)
I've got some mid/high end stuff that you're referring to. But let me tell you I went fishing yesterday with a 35.00 Cabela's rod and 100.00 Daiwa reel and couldn't have been better equipped. Nice combo and welcome.
Joshua van Wyk reply :
On 5/9/2019 at 10:10 AM, adnan123 said:Nothing crazy like the posts on here, but my first combo over $200 ????
(Fury 7'0 MHF; Tatula Ct)
That was very similar to my first "nice" baitcast combo, I also got the Fury and a Tatula CT Type-r! Still one of my fav combos.
LongJohn87 reply :
On 5/9/2019 at 9:01 PM, Joshua van Wyk said:That was very similar to my first "nice" baitcast combo, I also got the Fury and a Tatula CT Type-r! Still one of my fav combos.
Yeah well worth the money, it's one of the best you can get around this price range imo
punch reply :
The lightest rod I own is a Croix Legend X 7'1MH, and I recently got a deal on a used Aldebaran 50G.. so naturally I had to put the two together. This combo is so stupidly light it's like a toy. I get why people love magnesium reels.
NathanDLTH reply :
On 4/27/2019 at 3:02 PM, punch said:This is my lineup going into the 2019 season. I've finally purged my collection of oddball manufacture rods & rods that I was not totally smitten with. I've really focused on quality and decided these are the brands/models that really speak to me (currently). These guys have made the cut (so far).
Baitcast reels are mostly Curado K's, Lew's Tournament Pro's, or Tatula's. Spinning reels are either Ballistic or Tatula LT's.
*the bed has no sheets because I just moved it down from my daughters room & we need to buy some non-princess bedding for it*
L to R..
St Croix Legend Xtreme 7' M
St Croix Legend X 7'1 MH
St Croix Legend Glass 7'2 M
St Croix Legend Tournament Bass 7'1 M
St Croix Legend Tournament Bass 6'8 M (jerkbait)
St Croix Legend Tournament Bass 7'4 H (frog)
Gloomis GLX 852S 7'1 M
Gloomis GLX 893C 7'5 MH
Expride 7' M spinning
Expride 6'10 M spinning
Expride 7'2 MH (two of them)
Expride 7'2 MH Glass
Megabass Destroyer FMJ
Megabass Destroyer Otomat (new topwater stick)
Megabass Levante Perfect Pitch
How do you like the Perfect Pitch? Bought my first Megabass rod this spring and looking at the Perfect Pitch as a second.
punch reply :
On 5/11/2019 at 4:09 AM, NathanDLTH said:How do you like the Perfect Pitch? Bought my first Megabass rod this spring and looking at the Perfect Pitch as a second.
Honestly I don't have enough seat time in with it yet to give it a review.
EllisJuan reply :
Had to have the cork Stella knob...
https://www.hedgehog-studio.co.jp/product/2061
Yumeya reply :
Love the Stella
Big-Bass reply :
Dobyns Xtasy 754C with an SV103XS and some dress up parts and OG corks.
EllisJuan reply :
'19 Vanquish 2500SHG. Feels VERY close to Stella smooth, but impossibly light. 20g lighter than my same size Stradic CI4+ FB. I'll be fishing them both on Guntersville Thu-Sun. I'll try to give an idea of comparison after.
BaitFinesse reply :
On 5/15/2019 at 8:58 AM, EllisJuan said:'19 Vanquish 2500SHG. Feels VERY close to Stella smooth, but impossibly light. 20g lighter than my same size Stradic CI4+ FB. I'll be fishing them both on Guntersville Thu-Sun. I'll try to give an idea of comparison after.
I've never seen unpainted Shimano ci4+. Looks neat like Daiwa's Zaion.
Big-Bass reply :
Clearer outdoor view of the same combo I posted above.
Joshua van Wyk reply :
On 5/16/2019 at 8:45 AM, Big-Bass said:Clearer outdoor view of the same combo I posted above.
Beautiful! What line is that?
Big-Bass reply :
On 5/16/2019 at 8:58 AM, Joshua van Wyk said:Beautiful! What line is that?
Sunline Supernatural 16lb. Mizu Blue
ClintIsKING reply :
I don’t have a picture right now but when I get off work in the morning I’ll post one up! Edit: added
6ft medium fast St. Croix triumph with a penn battle2 2000 series mainly used for plastics.
Dobyns 734C with a Daiwa Tatula CT 7.3:1 which I use for everything. Decided on this setup from browsing these forums prior to actually signing up. Love it!
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Brad Reid reply :
For you canoe/kayak anglers, the one rod and reel I always carry out, use the most:
A 5'6" M powered, F, St Croix spinning rod (PS56MF) with a Shimano Stradic Ci4+ 2500 or 3000 reel. Gosh, for finesse applications from a kayak where we can get "up close and personal," for casting under docks, for accuracy, a short lever for great control over fish especially as you bring them along side to lip them . . . greatness.
Brad
The Maestro reply :
Picked up a used NRX 895C for a pretty good price. It has a few cosmetic blemishes but nothing major. It seems like a beast of a rod. Not really a fan of the aesthetics. Never been a fan of recoil guides and they look even less appealing being part of the hybrid guide train. We'll see how she fishes in a few weeks when bass opens. Either way I don't see myself ever paying full retail for one of these rods.
The Bassman reply :
On 5/16/2019 at 6:39 PM, Brad Reid said:For you canoe/kayak anglers, the one rod and reel I always carry out, use the most:
A 5'6" M powered, F, St Croix spinning rod (PS56MF) with a Shimano Stradic Ci4+ 2500 or 3000 reel. Gosh, for finesse applications from a kayak where we can get "up close and personal," for casting under docks, for accuracy, a short lever for great control over fish especially as you bring them along side to lip them . . . greatness.
Brad
I miss the days of sub 6' rods being standard. You're one of the few that really grasps the short lever principle, too.
Brad Reid reply :
On 5/18/2019 at 8:06 AM, The Bassman said:I miss the days of sub 6' rods being standard. You're one of the few that really grasps the short lever principle, too.
Thanks!
Note, too, that none other than the great Hank Parker has been promoting a pistol grip casting rod on his TV fishing show. Hank grew up with these and so did I. We are both the same age as I recall and they were popular years ago. Hank can cast his short rod into places that are hard to hit with a longer rod. I think he pulled in a 7 pounder on one of his shows.
Yes, go get a 10 ft. rod, make it a stiff one, and have a ball catching one pound bass that feel like double digit monsters.
Or, heck, if you aren't using the rod to make long casts? Go short.
Brad
greentrout reply :
i use my 5'6' pistol grip when on private waters and ponds ... in a jon boat ... some close spaces ... that's when it shines and the entry into the water is smooth and unobtrusive ... great presentation ...
good fishing ...
KP Duty reply :
On 5/16/2019 at 6:39 PM, Brad Reid said:For you canoe/kayak anglers, the one rod and reel I always carry out, use the most:
A 5'6" M powered, F, St Croix spinning rod (PS56MF) with a Shimano Stradic Ci4+ 2500 or 3000 reel. Gosh, for finesse applications from a kayak where we can get "up close and personal," for casting under docks, for accuracy, a short lever for great control over fish especially as you bring them along side to lip them . . . greatness.
Brad
Should do well with jerkbaits, too.
BlackIce3758 reply :
On 5/14/2019 at 11:32 PM, Big-Bass said:Dobyns Xtasy 754C with an SV103XS and some dress up parts and OG corks.
What do you throw with this combo? I've got the same rod. I even had the same reel paired up with my 754c Xtasy at the end of last year but I switched from a tat sv 8:1 to a metanium 8:5 for throwing jigs this year. I love both combos. Skipping was easier with the tat but I love the metanium for palming on the retrieve.
John L.
CrankFate reply :
On 5/10/2019 at 7:30 AM, punch said:The lightest rod I own is a Croix Legend X 7'1MH, and I recently got a deal on a used Aldebaran 50G.. so naturally I had to put the two together. This combo is so stupidly light it's like a toy. I get why people love magnesium reels.
Good luck trying to fish anything 6.9oz and up now, unless your in 30+ feet of water or targeting giant catfish and carp................
Big-Bass reply :
On 5/20/2019 at 2:15 AM, BlackIce3758 said:What do you throw with this combo? I've got the same rod. I even had the same reel paired up with my 754c Xtasy at the end of last year but I switched from a tat sv 8:1 to a metanium 8:5 for throwing jigs this year. I love both combos. Skipping was easier with the tat but I love the metanium for palming on the retrieve.
John L.
I spent this weekend throwing jigs with it and it was great!
Maico1 reply :
Poison Glorious Greyhound......going to be employed for larger top water.
CrankFate reply :
On 5/4/2019 at 2:36 AM, BaitFinesse said:Are the cork handle from an Abu reel? If so then they have larger knob diameters than Daiwa/Shimano. I don't know what size shafts the Kawa handle has. I am going to remove my Kawa knobs from the handle and fit them to a Daiwa style carbon handle at some point.
If the Kawa handle won't take Abu knobs then you can get a Ray's Studio DIY carbon handle for $30 off Aliexpress. They come in an Abu knob shaft version.
Got my Rays Studio handle today, ordered on the 3rd when you posted this. Perfect. The number of mm’s can be deceiving. Some 105mm handles are nearly identical to 90mm handles, because of the location of the knob posts. It was packaged nicely and is exactly what I needed. Stock knobs fit perfect. Thanks ????
mrpao reply :
Sometimes the seller measures the entire length of the handle from end to end.
The correct measurement should be from center post to center post.
I have asked them before how they measure the handle if I'm not certain.
The handles from Rays studios are usually really good. They measure theirs the correct way.
The Kawa handles are pretty decent too. And they take daiwa knobs.
DRgreen710 reply :
Curado dc high speed, right handed, used a half a season and it works great just not a fan and find it kind of limiting willing to trade for older high end Daiwa reels and Megabass rods
BaitFinesse reply :
A project that I need to finish. Someday.
fishwizzard reply :
On 5/25/2019 at 2:35 PM, BaitFinesse said:A project that I need to finish. Someday.
What rod is that? I cant make out the writing on the back of the reel seat.
BaitFinesse reply :
On 5/25/2019 at 9:40 PM, fishwizzard said:What rod is that? I cant make out the writing on the back of the reel seat.
Megabass Evoluzion F1 1/2 X63 Ti Espada. It's a 6'3" "slow" or moderate action light powered casting rod.
fishwizzard reply :
On 5/26/2019 at 3:23 AM, BaitFinesse said:Megabass Evoluzion F1 1/2 X63 Ti Espada. It's a 6'3" "slow" or moderate action light powered casting rod.
Huh, there is a current JDM Destroyer rod like that I think. Is it meant for topwaters?
BaitFinesse reply :
On 5/26/2019 at 5:46 AM, fishwizzard said:Huh, there is a current JDM Destroyer rod like that I think. Is it meant for topwaters?
It could be used for that. I think it is for the baby versions of the Megbass hardbaits.
fishwizzard reply :
On 5/26/2019 at 7:05 AM, BaitFinesse said:It could be used for that. I think it is for the baby versions of the Megbass hardbaits.
Ah. I love the idea of tiny hardbaits but trebles and light line is like playing roulette on a wheel with six zeros.
EllisJuan reply :
Family photo...
CrankFate reply :
On 5/24/2019 at 9:05 AM, mrpao said:Sometimes the seller measures the entire length of the handle from end to end.
The correct measurement should be from center post to center post.
I have asked them before how they measure the handle if I'm not certain.
The handles from Rays studios are usually really good. They measure theirs the correct way.
The Kawa handles are pretty decent too. And they take daiwa knobs.
I think they just make the number up. It’s not just the Ali Express ones, it also happens with brand names, like Abu, Shimano and Daiwa.
redmeansdistortion reply :
Just finished this guy last night. Boca Lightning bearings, Carbontex drag, 6.3:1 gears, Gator Grip handle, and a new clutch washer to accommodate a pair of CS Rocket brake blocks. Built for throwing light stuff on a budget.
EllisJuan reply :
I like the 2500SHG Vanquish enough that I ordered a second one, this time in the compact c2000SHG, to go on a Megabass Addermine that is destined for Ned Rig and weightless Wacky duty.
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franke1951 reply :
On 12/3/2009 at 9:32 PM, skunked_again said:
Sweet. ❤️
Big-Bass reply :
2019 Megabass Levante Jerkbait Special paired with a Daiwa SV103H. Matches perfectly.
Derek1 reply :
On 6/16/2019 at 7:11 AM, Big-Bass said:
2019 Megabass Levante Jerkbait Special paired with a Daiwa SV103H. Matches perfectly.
That’s a thing of beauty right there. I really want to try out one of the new levante rods. Unfortunately I’m afraid most of them are a little to long for most of the banks I fish.
BaitFinesse reply :
On 6/16/2019 at 12:00 PM, Derek1 said:That’s a thing of beauty right there. I really want to try out one of the new levante rods. Unfortunately I’m afraid most of them are a little to long for most of the banks I fish.
There is a shorter rod JDM line of the new Levantes.
Derek1 reply :
On 6/17/2019 at 12:55 AM, BaitFinesse said:There is a shorter rod JDM line of the new Levantes.
Thanks I’ll have to look into that.
Yumeya reply :
It's here
Sweet reel, nice and smooth.
I did just order two bearings to add to the spool and spool shaft from hedge hog studio, had to also get
rid of that T-knot and add a Megabass handle knot.
punch reply :
On 6/18/2019 at 6:15 AM, Yumeya said:It's here
Sweet reel, nice and smooth.
I did just order two bearings to add to the spool and spool shaft from hedge hog studio, had to also get
rid of that T-knot and add a Megabass handle knot.
Where did you get the Megabass knob?
Yumeya reply :
On 6/18/2019 at 7:07 AM, punch said:Where did you get the Megabass knob?
The Tackle Trap.
GeekFisher reply :
Not JDM stuff but a colleague gave me a first gen Caenan he won and used once or twice !
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I then decided to customize it with some leftover parts !
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I used it all day yesterday and ordered some cork knobs and another nut and screw/lockwasher to dress it... Might keep the handle and just change the knobs/hardware as it performed ok this week-end !
Hook2Jaw reply :
Baitcaster, broomstick, bream. This is my most expensive combo, and I know the price pales in comparison to a lot of the reels and rods you guys own, but I'm very proud of it.
Derek1 reply :
On 6/19/2019 at 12:16 AM, Hook2Jaw said:
Baitcaster, broomstick, bream. This is my most expensive combo, and I know the price pales in comparison to a lot of the reels and rods you guys own, but I'm very proud of it.
You should be proud it’s pretty sweet. What rod is that.
Hook2Jaw reply :
@Derek1, it's a Daiwa DXSB 8' HF. It's a little tip heavy, but that kinda helps me to rest the butt against my forearm or under my armpit while fishing. I haven't thrown it all day yet, but I plan to do a write up for it here when I do.
Derek1 reply :
Looking forward to it.
EllisJuan reply :
Managed to snag another Studio Composite handle on Ebay from Japan. These are the nicest handles I have ever seen or used and have become very hard to find.
fishwizzard reply :
I have been looking for a combo to throw smaller 6"/2-3oz swimbaits on for a while now and had never found a rod that I really like for it. I didn't want a super long rod with a super long handle as I fish these lures from the bank and prefer accuracy to distance. I didn't mean to go quite this crazy but I got offered the rod at a price too good to say no to and the reel followed a few months later.
The rod is a Megabass Super Red Demon and the reel is a new Ryoga 1520h. Right now it's spooled up with 25lb Sunliner Defier Armilo mono and the spool holds about ~80y, which is enough for my needs. The reel was very tight out of the box but after about 4-5 hours trying out a bunch of lures it loosed up a ton and my casting distance jumped way up from where it started fresh out of the box. It's still silky smooth and my only complaint is that the knobs feel a little dainty. I want to get a second spool for it so I can have a heavy braid option on hand for running larger "fast" paddle tails through cover.
The rod is a monster and will put to rest any nagging doubts about the hookset issues I have been having with some of the larger soft swimbaits, with the SRD I know it's an issue with my technique, not a lack of power in the rod. What drew me too it was the reported sensitivity. I spent most of last winter throwing a 68Special on a Fury 795sb and I got almost no feedback slow crawling it across soft-bottomed ponds. This made it really hard to stay focused for bite-less hours and the few bumps/hits I got were all missed due to my mind being firmly somewhere else. The SRD is vastly more sensitive and I could not only feel everything the Hudd bumped into, I can also feel the tail thumping even at a very slow crawl so I have high hopes for my small-pond swimbating this winter.
Fried Lemons reply :
On 6/23/2019 at 10:57 PM, fishwizzard said:I have been looking for a combo to throw smaller 6"/2-3oz swimbaits on for a while now and had never found a rod that I really like for it. I didn't want a super long rod with a super long handle as I fish these lures from the bank and prefer accuracy to distance. I didn't mean to go quite this crazy but I got offered the rod at a price too good to say no to and the reel followed a few months later.
The rod is a Megabass Super Red Demon and the reel is a new Ryoga 1520h. Right now it's spooled up with 25lb Sunliner Defier Armilo mono and the spool holds about ~80y, which is enough for my needs. The reel was very tight out of the box but after about 4-5 hours trying out a bunch of lures it loosed up a ton and my casting distance jumped way up from where it started fresh out of the box. It's still silky smooth and my only complaint is that the knobs feel a little dainty. I want to get a second spool for it so I can have a heavy braid option on hand for running larger "fast" paddle tails through cover.
The rod is a monster and will put to rest any nagging doubts about the hookset issues I have been having with some of the larger soft swimbaits, with the SRD I know it's an issue with my technique, not a lack of power in the rod. What drew me too it was the reported sensitivity. I spent most of last winter throwing a 68Special on a Fury 795sb and I got almost no feedback slow crawling it across soft-bottomed ponds. This made it really hard to stay focused for bite-less hours and the few bumps/hits I got were all missed due to my mind being firmly somewhere else. The SRD is vastly more sensitive and I could not only feel everything the Hudd bumped into, I can also feel the tail thumping even at a very slow crawl so I have high hopes for my small-pond swimbating this winter.
Very nice combo, I have been fishing the same reel with a similar rod as of this year. It's quickly becoming my favorite reel.
fishwizzard reply :
On 6/23/2019 at 11:51 PM, Fried Lemons said:
Very nice combo, I have been fishing the same reel with a similar rod as of this year. It's quickly becoming my favorite reel.
Yea, I am excited to get it out to Widewater or RG where I can let it stretch it's legs.
superkamikazee reply :
Budget setup, I love these rods.
EllisJuan reply :
Tools bouncing around the bottom of an old aluminum boat...
fishwizzard reply :
On 7/2/2019 at 12:44 AM, EllisJuan said:Tools bouncing around the bottom of an old aluminum boat...
That’s like my old car, where the tackle was worth more then the vehicle.
RichF reply :
On 7/2/2019 at 12:44 AM, EllisJuan said:Tools bouncing around the bottom of an old aluminum boat...
That's a significant down payment on a nice boat right there, haha.
EllisJuan reply :
On 7/2/2019 at 9:43 AM, RichF said:That's a significant down payment on a nice boat right there, haha.
Haha! I was a with a buddy that lives on a private lake that is electric only...although I am pretty sure I have more money in the rod locker of my Tracker than the value of the boat, but she works for me. ????
kickerfish1 reply :
On 7/2/2019 at 12:44 AM, EllisJuan said:Tools bouncing around the bottom of an old aluminum boat...
Lots of boat rash in the making. Why not spend a few extra bucks and stick reel covers on all of those?
EllisJuan reply :
On 7/2/2019 at 10:01 AM, kickerfish1 said:Lots of boat rash in the making. Why not spend a few extra bucks and stick reel covers on all of those?
I have reel covers for all of them. They are a pain. This is not a common occurrence, but I bought them to use and have accepted they wont stay mint. The only one that made me cringe a bit was the Antares...this was the first time it was ever fished...lol.
kickerfish1 reply :
I can take a reel cover off and on in seconds. Of all the reels I have bought new over the years most reels are mint or like new. You would be hard pressed to find a mark on them. I leave covers on them all the time while not in use. When I pick up an outfit I remove the cover and put it in my pocket. Only takes a few seconds. When I switch to another outfit I just put the cover back on before setting it down. At this point it is all habit and second nature. The TW covers were my favorite. Cheap, worked well, and easy to take on and off.
LongJohn87 reply :
On 7/2/2019 at 12:44 AM, EllisJuan said:Tools bouncing around the bottom of an old aluminum boat...
horrible boat good equipment..
EllisJuan reply :
On 7/2/2019 at 11:11 AM, kickerfish1 said:I can take a reel cover off and on in seconds. Of all the reels I have bought new over the years most reels are mint or like new. You would be hard pressed to find a mark on them. I leave covers on them all the time while not in use. When I pick up an outfit I remove the cover and put it in my pocket. Only takes a few seconds. When I switch to another outfit I just put the cover back on before setting it down. At this point it is all habit and second nature. The TW covers were my favorite. Cheap, worked well, and easy to take on and off.
Yeah. I have the neoprene TW covers. They are really nice for the money. I stopped using them because my stuff is usually just laying on the carpeted deck of my boat. If I had them on this trip, I may have used them.
redmeansdistortion reply :
I rescued this guy from a garage sale this past weekend. I don't think it was even offered for sale but I thought I'd ask anyway since I saw it sitting in a bucket. Scored it for $5. It was pretty filthy and even had a small bit of rust on the frame, but I got it back in working order and the rust came right off. This is an Abu 4500CS (reel foot# 0400) from about '94 or '95. I broke it down, ran the parts through an ultrasonic cleaner, added Carbontex drag washers, lighter brake blocks, Boca Lightning spool bearings, double bearing level wind, double bearing cog wheel, ceramic line guide pawl, and replaced the speed bushing in favor of a speed bearing from Reel Kustom Reels. I'll be putting it on the water in the coming weeks.
Big-Bass reply :
On 7/2/2019 at 12:44 AM, EllisJuan said:Tools bouncing around the bottom of an old aluminum boat...
Yikes! I couldn't do that with my stuff.
Junger reply :
ITT: People's unsolicited opinions about how to take care of other people's gear.
EllisJuan reply :
On 7/2/2019 at 11:47 PM, Junger said:ITT: People's unsolicited opinions about how to take care of other people's gear.
lol...I knew it was coming. I also don't use head covers on my golf clubs. ????
Junger reply :
On 7/3/2019 at 12:36 AM, EllisJuan said:I also don't use head covers on my golf clubs. ????
Well now you're definitely the conductor of the crazy train!
microotter reply :
Be careful that you don’t scratch your boat.
kickerfish1 reply :
On 7/2/2019 at 11:47 PM, Junger said:ITT: People's unsolicited opinions about how to take care of other people's gear.
It is like buying a high end sports car and never washing it and parking it outside. When you purchase high end stuff most folks prefer to keep it looking nice and take care of it. Should you ever need to part with something and sell it, the stuff that isn't all rashed up appeals to a larger market and most people are more likely to buy something that has been taken care of. You wouldn't buy a used Porsche that had scratches and hail damage unless someone was practically giving it away.
Cheaper rods and reels or ones tournament arsenal I can see the need for everything to be out and open in a moments notice and as long as the function is there who cares what it looks like.
It was just an observation. Your mileage might vary...
offsidewing reply :
On 7/3/2019 at 7:03 AM, microotter said:Be careful that you don’t scratch your boat.
Shut 'er down folks, this guy wins the internet today.
EllisJuan reply :
On 7/3/2019 at 7:45 AM, kickerfish1 said:It is like buying a high end sports car and never washing it and parking it outside. When you purchase high end stuff most folks prefer to keep it looking nice and take care of it. Should you ever need to part with something and sell it, the stuff that isn't all rashed up appeals to a larger market and most people are more likely to buy something that has been taken care of. You wouldn't buy a used Porsche that had scratches and hail damage unless someone was practically giving it away.
Cheaper rods and reels or ones tournament arsenal I can see the need for everything to be out and open in a moments notice and as long as the function is there who cares what it looks like.
It was just an observation. Your mileage might vary...
If I bought a Porsche I would put track miles on it, it would get scratches, and I would not cry about it. Like these reels, they are purpose built tools designed to be used. I definitely would not be one of those guys at the track with the front end covered in blue painters tape...
BTW, the reels all still look mint except for a few scratches on the Conquest 101. That reel will never be sold.
BaitFinesse reply :
You can use a fishing reel without getting all scratched up. There is normal wear and tear and then there is neglect. My vehicles show signs of use but are in good condition for their milage. Same with my reels. None of my reels have scratches on the top for instance. I set my reels down by bending over or even taking a knee to set the rod and reel down with the reel right-side up as opposed to just dropping it from waist high.
redmeansdistortion reply :
Did this one for a customer of mine. He wanted a brute for king salmon fishing and he got it. For this reel, I used a new-old-stock Abu 5600C (circa mid/late 70s) frame with the red thumb bar. It's chromed brass so it's extra heavy duty compared to the stamped aluminum frames Abu uses today. It took a little modification to get it to work with the newer style brake plate, but it's smooth as butter. Additionally, it got a double bearing worm gear, double bearing cog, Boca Lightning spool bearings, Abu Rocket clutch washer and fiber brake blocks, stainless steel 6.3:1 gears from Pimp My Reel, Carbontex drag, and a Revo Inshore power handle. Should be no thing for the Great Lakes kings.
FrankN209 reply :
Lovin my new 19' Shimano Antares 70 6.2gr. Great caster, so smooth, virtually no backlash. 2 brakes on with no problems. And I really like the clicker on the drag. Well worth the money imo. I got it from JapanLure, fast shipping. I recieved it within 5 days. Came with a very nice MegaBass lure.
EllisJuan reply :
Doing some re-pairing of rods/reels...
Derek1 reply :
On 7/15/2019 at 10:07 AM, EllisJuan said:Doing some re-pairing of rods/reels...
Pretty sexy stuff you got there.
EllisJuan reply :
On 7/16/2019 at 6:59 AM, Derek1 said:Pretty sexy stuff you got there.
Thanks man. I think so.
EllisJuan reply :
On 7/15/2019 at 12:01 AM, FrankN209 said:Lovin my new 19' Shimano Antares 70 6.2gr. Great caster, so smooth, virtually no backlash. 2 brakes on with no problems. And I really like the clicker on the drag. Well worth the money imo. I got it from JapanLure, fast shipping. I recieved it within 5 days. Came with a very nice MegaBass lure.
How does it compare to their other high-end stuff...Metanium, Conquest, etc? Mine is on the way...it's a HG Lefty. I kind of wish it was a DC reel.
FrankN209 reply :
On 7/17/2019 at 9:22 AM, EllisJuan said:How does it compare to their other high-end stuff...Metanium, Conquest, etc? Mine is on the way...it's a HG Lefty. I kind of wish it was a DC reel.
I had a Metanium DC, and a BFS Conquest. Hard to compare to those. I would compare it more to my old Daiwa Steez 1016 SV TW. In the way it casts, very smooth, the brakes are great.
BaitFinesse reply :
Revo3 IB7 converted to IVCB with blue parts on a Fanatsista Deez FDNC 70MMH MGS 3/32 to 1/2 oz.
Maico1 reply :
On 7/17/2019 at 9:22 AM, EllisJuan said:How does it compare to their other high-end stuff...Metanium, Conquest, etc? Mine is on the way...it's a HG Lefty. I kind of wish it was a DC reel.
Finally got out the last couple of weeks with one mounted on a Conquest 782C and spooled with 15lb. Armilo designated for top water use. Normally a Antares/Calais DC are my reels of choice for this and was ready to get another 16 DC before the 19 was employed . Needless to say there will be another 19 on the way since in my opinion it gives the 16 DC a real run for its money. The 19 was completely torn down and massaged along with replacing the worm shaft bushing with a bearing. With that said and having a fair amount of Antares to play with the 19 is one sweet finely tuned reel that should not disappoint you.....
waymont reply :
I'm kind of a traditionalist, but threw in a St Croix LTB a few years ago, with its stubby little fore grip. Look at all those beautiful long G Loomis fore grips!
G Loomis has the finest tapers, glad to see the MBR taper is being offered in more styles again.Fetching info...
Jrob78 reply :
Picked up a new Chatterbait rod but will try it out with spinnerbaits and lipless cranks too. Kistler KLX Feel N Reel 7'3" H, paired with a Daiwa J-Dream.
Looking for the big one reply :
new finesse combo- Orochi XX Whipsnake, Stradic Ci4+ 2500 and 15 lb Daiwa J-Braid. Really liking it for Neds, wacky and Neko rigs. I imagine it will be good for dropshotting and small poppers or jerkbaits. Also pictured is my new favorite topwater, the Duo Pencil 110. Bait casts a mile and walks beautifully. Fish love it.
Looking for the big one reply :
New Froggin Combo- Tatula 7’4” H with a Tatula SV XS and 50 lb PowerPro. The slightly more moderate give that the rod has is nice and I feel like it should work well for big treble hook baits. The SV is probably a nicer reel than needed for frogging but I’m working on my skipping abilities with it.
Yumeya reply :
islandbass reply :
Very impressive gear. But here’s my humble selection of high end and JDM rods and reels:
Junger reply :
On 7/28/2019 at 9:55 AM, islandbass said:Very impressive gear. But here’s my humble selection of high end and JDM rods and reels:
Lightest combo I've ever seen, amazing.
Bass_Fishing_Socal reply :
What am I thinkin??????!
Anyway anyone that smarter than me and wanna get rid of this super old reel (only 51)but in good condition let me know. Thanks
Just finished, doesn’t look so bad, right?
Yumeya reply :
One of my favorite combos, Metanium with Yumeya shallow spool and HH bearings, GLX 842c
Smelter96 reply :
Havent fished finesse (or a spinner, really) for a long time so today, went and remedied that! Stradic 1000HG with a Shimano Zodias 7' med-light. Got some 10lb braid and 6lb fluoro, wish me luck.
Yumeya reply :
I was looking at some of my ice fishing gear and decided to snap a pic of my TUCR BW that I had wrapped to match my CI4 1000.
Smelter96 reply :
Got a NIB Antares HG for a steal, just gotta figure out what to use it for.
Derek1 reply :
On 8/11/2019 at 7:36 AM, Smelter96 said:
That thing sure is pretty
fishwizzard reply :
On 8/11/2019 at 7:36 AM, Smelter96 said:
Looking at that on my phone I thought it was like hydrodipped in woodgrain or something crazy like that. I had no idea they were so shiny!
rippin-lips reply :
I’ve been kinda looking for a clean td-z to throw a simple build together with. Wasn’t in a rush, just looking now and then. I finally found one at a price I couldn’t say no to. So it all came together yesterday after receiving it. Aside from the reel, it’s built out of extra parts I had around.
7:1 brass gears
Carbontex drag washers
Modified driveshaft to allow the use of a steez handle bolt.
Zpi blue emblem spool
Zpi sic spool bearings
Zillion type R drag star
Steez cast control cap
Painted line guide insert
Zpi 92mm handle
Zpi knobs
Hedgehog dress up pieces
Derek1 reply :
On 8/14/2019 at 2:22 AM, rippin-lips said:I’ve been kinda looking for a clean td-z to throw a simple build together with. Wasn’t in a rush, just looking now and then. I finally found one at a price I couldn’t say no to. So it all came together yesterday after receiving it. Aside from the reel, it’s built out of extra parts I had around.
7:1 brass gears
Carbontex drag washers
Modified driveshaft to allow the use of a steez handle bolt.
Zpi blue emblem spool
Zpi sic spool bearings
Zillion type R drag star
Steez cast control cap
Painted line guide insert
Zpi 92mm handle
Zpi knobs
Hedgehog dress up pieces
Pretty cool
Yumeya reply :
waymont reply :
On 7/16/2019 at 6:59 AM, Derek1 said:Pretty sexy stuff you got there.
What braid do you use? Do you use it to color match your rod guide wraps or because you like the way the line works?
Haha
Bass_Fishing_Socal reply :
New UL setup. Daiwa Presso 5’6 UL 4 pieces and Daiwa legalis LT 1000.
The Bassman reply :
On 8/23/2019 at 4:13 AM, Bass_Fishing_Socal said:New UL setup. Daiwa Presso 5’6 UL 4 pieces and Daiwa legalis LT 1000.
Nice. Would pass for high end JDM.
Bass_Fishing_Socal reply :
On 8/23/2019 at 5:44 AM, The Bassman said:Nice. Would pass for high end JDM.
What can I say, I’m cheap when it comes to spinning out fit lol.
redmeansdistortion reply :
A little video of my 4500CS doing some free spool. I fish piers with this guy as well as float fish and drift the rivers.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QWeK89enJFA
newyorktoiowa57 reply :
On 8/16/2019 at 9:28 AM, Yumeya said:
Beautiful!
Which SJR is that?
Yumeya reply :
Does this count?
Joshua van Wyk reply :
On 8/30/2019 at 7:45 AM, Yumeya said:Does this count?
Thats awesome! What model is it?
Yumeya reply :
On 8/30/2019 at 10:09 AM, Joshua van Wyk said:Thats awesome! What model is it?
Benchmade mini grip with M4 steel.
Chief250 reply :
On 7/15/2019 at 12:01 AM, FrankN209 said:Lovin my new 19' Shimano Antares 70 6.2gr. Great caster, so smooth, virtually no backlash. 2 brakes on with no problems. And I really like the clicker on the drag. Well worth the money imo. I got it from JapanLure, fast shipping. I recieved it within 5 days. Came with a very nice MegaBass lure.
I didn't think the left handed version was out??
FrankN209 reply :
On 8/30/2019 at 12:16 PM, Cheif250 said:I didn't think the left handed version was out??
Yes, JapanLureshop has them.
Maico1 reply :
KP Duty reply :
Nice rig. I have two glorious xc's on the way that I'm pretty pumped about. Is that the biwako?
Yumeya reply :
On 8/26/2019 at 4:46 AM, newyorktoiowa57 said:Beautiful!
Which SJR is that?
842
BaitFinesse reply :
I love this rig for throwing frogs. The spool is super fast and just dumps the entire spool effortlessly. I wish it had a little more capacity though. Megabass IP68 with TD Zillion HLC spool on an Orochi xx gen 1 Perfect Pitch.
Maico1 reply :
On 9/2/2019 at 10:54 PM, KP Duty said:Nice rig. I have two glorious xc's on the way that I'm pretty pumped about. Is that the biwako?
No that is a Wolfgang....will be interested in your opinion on the XC been thinking about getting the 170 myself.
FrankN209 reply :
On 9/2/2019 at 8:50 PM, Maico1 said:
What handle is that and what size?
Maico1 reply :
On 9/3/2019 at 9:31 AM, FrankN209 said:What handle is that and what size?
Avail 95mm.....
redmeansdistortion reply :
Acquiring some of the parts needed to build this took some time as it's hard finding brand new Ambassadeur side plates in black. These came from an Abu Black Max 5500 I bought with a tweaked frame, perfect candidate for a parts reel.
This reel is a mix of new and old down to the last detail. The handle nut with "OIL" engraved, the anti-reverse dog, the vintage black Abu Garcia decal on the side plate, the small star wheel used in the 50s era Ambassadeurs, and the chromed brass frame used in the late 70s model 4500C. On the inside we have Boca Lightning spool bearings, a single bearing level wind, lightweight brake blocks, Carbontex drag washers, 6.3:1 gears, and a lightweight line guide taken from a new production 4600C3. Lastly, the swept handle is a new production unit used on the new C3 reels. It's nice and smooth, and this weekend I'll see how it is on the water. I'm kind of thinking about selling it but it took a fair amount of time to get some of the parts so I just might hang on to this guy.
J Francho reply :
That's sweeeeeet!
mrpao reply :
That abu is a beauty.
Has that clean vintage look to it.
You should definitely keep it.
Columbia Craw reply :
Black beauty ! Here's some cousins.
mrpao reply :
Sweet.
Old reels are just cool.
Took my old shimano bantams on the boat the other day. Brings back memories.
18RangerZ520L reply :
Just upgraded my four Calcutta 400D's to five of the new Conquest 400's. Can't wait to get them out on the water!
roadwarrior reply :
mrpao reply :
Sweet conquest family
Randy Price reply :
These are my bass fishin' rods and reels.
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BaitFinesse reply :
Fun times with the BPS hellgrammite on a 1/32 oz enticer head and Volkey 65UL.
fishwizzard reply :
On 9/13/2019 at 12:36 PM, BaitFinesse said:Fun times with the BPS hellgrammite on a 1/32 oz enticer head and Volkey 65UL.
I love that stubby little drag star, which one is it?
BaitFinesse reply :
On 9/13/2019 at 7:15 PM, fishwizzard said:I love that stubby little drag star, which one is it?
Some SLP part. It came as part of a kit for the SS SV. I think Daiwa calls it a moon drag star.
rippin-lips reply :
Priced too low to pass up. Mint zillion type R with spacers, zillion 1016 sv spool, and IP68 line guide.
Big-Bass reply :
On 9/23/2019 at 6:46 AM, rippin-lips said:Priced too low to pass up. Mint zillion type R with spacers, zillion 1016 sv spool, and IP68 line guide.
Nice find. How much is too good to be true?
rippin-lips reply :
On 9/23/2019 at 8:43 AM, Big-Bass said:Nice find. How much is too good to be true?
Let’s just say it almost felt like it was free.
fishwizzard reply :
I have had this rod and reel for a while, but the combo is finally "finished". I got the TD-Z on ebay for like a hundred bucks then added a ZPI PG spool w/ matching bearing, CF drag, corks, and a few color parts. Going to use it for heavier t-rigs, mostly 10' Culprits and some tbd creature bait.
Big-Bass reply :
A new (old) 1979 Abu Garcia Ambassaduer 5500C...
Which one?
Fenwick Boron X 6'...
St. Croix Legend Glass 7'4" MH...
mrpao reply :
Looks better on the fenwick.
But probably fish better on the st. Croix
MountainMan83 reply :
On 9/28/2019 at 11:32 AM, fishwizzard said:
I have had this rod and reel for a while, but the combo is finally "finished". I got the TD-Z on ebay for like a hundred bucks then added a ZPI PG spool w/ matching bearing, CF drag, corks, and a few color parts. Going to use it for heavier t-rigs, mostly 10' Culprits and some tbd creature bait.
Looks great! How does the hh sky blue match up with the ZPI light blue? I'm thinking of going with the same combo for my first and newly acquired SV 103.
fishwizzard reply :
On 9/30/2019 at 6:36 PM, MountainMan83 said:Looks great! How does the hh sky blue match up with the ZPI light blue? I'm thinking of going with the same combo for my first and newly acquired SV 103.
I think they are very close, I will try to get a picture today if I can make it outside with any sunlight left.
Sword Lord reply :
My latest acquisition.
Daiwa HRF Sonic Speed
St Croix Avid X 7'10" Heavy
fishwizzard reply :
@MountainMan83
Here are the best pics I could get. They look almost identical to my eyes.
https://imgur.com/29oqWpw
https://imgur.com/jLKPekm
https://imgur.com/gSKnTib
https://imgur.com/NVraosX
MountainMan83 reply :
On 10/2/2019 at 6:21 AM, fishwizzard said:@MountainMan83
Here are the best pics I could get. They look almost identical to my eyes.
https://imgur.com/29oqWpw
https://imgur.com/jLKPekm
https://imgur.com/gSKnTib
https://imgur.com/NVraosX
Awesome man. Appreciate it! Got some parts on order, spool will be coming next.
redmeansdistortion reply :
I slapped this guy together out of components from my parts bin. Nothing special, 2 spool bearings, bushing level wind, Carbontex drag, 6.3:1 gears, lightweight brake blocks, and a frame from a late 70s Abu 5500C.
Derek1 reply :
On 10/3/2019 at 2:03 AM, redmeansdistortion said:I slapped this guy together out of components from my parts bin. Nothing special, 2 spool bearings, bushing level wind, Carbontex drag, 6.3:1 gears, lightweight brake blocks, and a frame from a late 70s Abu 5500C.
Nice job, great skill to have along with a parts bin.
CrankFate reply :
On 7/3/2019 at 9:29 AM, EllisJuan said:If I bought a Porsche I would put track miles on it, it would get scratches, and I would not cry about it. Like these reels, they are purpose built tools designed to be used. I definitely would not be one of those guys at the track with the front end covered in blue painters tape...
BTW, the reels all still look mint except for a few scratches on the Conquest 101. That reel will never be sold.
Just spent the $750 and have a decent clear mask put on.
fishwizzard reply :
On 10/2/2019 at 5:50 AM, Sword Lord said:My latest acquisition.
Daiwa HRF Sonic Speed
St Croix Avid X 7'10" Heavy
What are you using that combo for? That is some serious tackle.
MN Fisher reply :
On 10/4/2019 at 11:03 AM, fishwizzard said:What are you using that combo for? That is some serious tackle.
Given the rating on the Avid-X - sounds like a swimbait rig.
Yumeya reply :
The Bassman reply :
On 10/5/2019 at 10:15 AM, Yumeya said:
Close your eyes and it's a Scorp 1001XT only way smoother.
punch reply :
My new flipping combo! Lew's Hypermag and a Destroyer Bunker Buster.
It's obscenely light for a 7'7" heavy
Derek1 reply :
Nice, careful you don’t flip the lake over when you set the hook.
On 10/8/2019 at 1:38 PM, punch said:My new flipping combo! Lew's Hypermag and a Destroyer Bunker Buster.
It's obscenely light for a 7'7" heavy
waymont reply :
On 10/3/2019 at 2:03 AM, redmeansdistortion said:I slapped this guy together out of components from my parts bin. Nothing special, 2 spool bearings, bushing level wind, Carbontex drag, 6.3:1 gears, lightweight brake blocks, and a frame from a late 70s Abu 5500C.
Nice job! What is that handle? My old Abu handles are not long enough. How long is that ripper you have on there?
Scrapiron reply :
Getting ready for a fishing trip. Newly spooled Sunline SaltiMate Castaway PE in 25#. About the same diameter of Sufix 832 10#.
redmeansdistortion reply :
On 10/9/2019 at 11:04 PM, waymont said:Nice job! What is that handle? My old Abu handles are not long enough. How long is that ripper you have on there?
I believe the handle was used in the 2nd gen Silver Max before they switched to the curved handle and star wheel. You can get it on Jerry Foran's website for ~$10. I think it's only 3.5" long, might be the angle of the photo making it look bigger.
Yumeya reply :
Derek1 reply :
On 10/11/2019 at 3:29 AM, Yumeya said:
Nice stuff
Yumeya reply :
Some home made Tokyo rigs
punch reply :
On 10/11/2019 at 11:55 AM, Yumeya said:Some home made Tokyo rigs
I like the Crooked River more! Custom one?
Yumeya reply :
On 10/12/2019 at 12:45 AM, punch said:I like the Crooked River more! Custom one?
Yes
Black G10 with black g10 backspacer, 20cv steel and brass pivot collar.
punch reply :
On 10/12/2019 at 2:01 AM, Yumeya said:Yes
Black G10 with black g10 backspacer, 20cv steel and brass pivot collar.
You have excellent taste. I'll probably pickup a mini crooked river someday. I'm currently rocking a bugout.
KP Duty reply :
On 10/11/2019 at 3:29 AM, Yumeya said:On 10/11/2019 at 3:29 AM, Yumeya said:
Is that a met dc? How do you like it?
Yumeya reply :
On 10/12/2019 at 10:10 AM, KP Duty said:Is that a met dc? How do you like it?
Nope.
From left to right, Calcutta conquest 101, Metanium MGL and Bantam MGL.
bh91 reply :
Nice knife just got this today too since it’s the season of hunting before ice fishing starts
https://imgur.com/gallery/3622jhy
https://i.imgur.com/gqHSpEZ_d.jpg?maxwidth=640&shape=thumb&fidelity=medium
fishwizzard reply :
I resisted for a while, but the lure of that silly handle became too much for me. Also the Steez needed a rod so I picked up a Poison Andrea 611M+ for it to be friends with. The rod is more of a "MH-" and favors the upper end of it's somewhat optimistic weight range. It loads up just OK with a weightless Trickworm (1/4oz w/ hook) but really shines with a 1/4oz swimjig w/ 3.8" FI (~7/16oz). I tried using a ~1oz glidebait on it and while it seemed to load and work it just fine I was too chicken to do more then easy sidearm lob casts. The taper/power is close to a 783c GLX, but with a bit less backbone and a bit stiffer of a tip. That is my one beef with the rod, I wish the tip was a bit softer. I think it's going to be a great all-around rod for most 3/8-3/4 lures so long as they don't have fine trebles.
Ergonomically, it might be the best rod I have ever used. I threw a few different reels on it and they all felt great. The combo just disappears in my hand, it's just amazingly comfortable to both cast and work a lure with. I dunked my hands and the grip somehow does not feel slick at all, but at the same time there isn't that "sticky" feeling cork gives you. I heard rumors of new models being offered in the spring and if Shimano offers a PA version of the 73ML Expride it will be a day one buy for me.
Derek1 reply :
On 10/15/2019 at 7:16 AM, fishwizzard said:
I resisted for a while, but the lure of that silly handle became too much for me. Also the Steez needed a rod so I picked up a Poison Andrea 611M+ for it to be friends with. The rod is more of a "MH-" and favors the upper end of it's somewhat optimistic weight range. It loads up just OK with a weightless Trickworm (1/4oz w/ hook) but really shines with a 1/4oz swimjig w/ 3.8" FI (~7/16oz). I tried using a ~1oz glidebait on it and while it seemed to load and work it just fine I was too chicken to do more then easy sidearm lob casts. The taper/power is close to a 783c GLX, but with a bit less backbone and a bit stiffer of a tip. That is my one beef with the rod, I wish the tip was a bit softer. I think it's going to be a great all-around rod for most 3/8-3/4 lures so long as they don't have fine trebles.
Ergonomically, it might be the best rod I have ever used. I threw a few different reels on it and they all felt great. The combo just disappears in my hand, it's just amazingly comfortable to both cast and work a lure with. I dunked my hands and the grip somehow does not feel slick at all, but at the same time there isn't that "sticky" feeling cork gives you. I heard rumors of new models being offered in the spring and if Shimano offers a PA version of the 73ML Expride it will be a day one buy for me.
That’s a nice combo, congrats.
Fried Lemons reply :
On 10/15/2019 at 7:16 AM, fishwizzard said:
Daiwa reel on a Shimano rod? Blasphemy!
fishwizzard reply :
On 10/15/2019 at 7:40 PM, Fried Lemons said:Daiwa reel on a Shimano rod? Blasphemy!
Hah, I have spent so much time learning Daiwa’s braking systems that it’s hard to want to branch out.
Junger reply :
On 10/15/2019 at 7:40 PM, Fried Lemons said:Daiwa reel on a Shimano rod? Blasphemy!
For srs....I'll let him put that Steez on the M/MH AGS rod next time we go out.
fishwizzard reply :
On 10/16/2019 at 2:09 AM, Junger said:For srs....I'll let him put that Steez on the M/MH AGS rod next time we go out.
I do have an Aldebaran 50, but the Steez is a far better fit for the PA
I am really curious to compare the PA 611M+ with the M/MH AGS.
HKBasser reply :
On 10/15/2019 at 7:16 AM, fishwizzard said:
I resisted for a while, but the lure of that silly handle became too much for me. Also the Steez needed a rod so I picked up a Poison Andrea 611M+ for it to be friends with. The rod is more of a "MH-" and favors the upper end of it's somewhat optimistic weight range. It loads up just OK with a weightless Trickworm (1/4oz w/ hook) but really shines with a 1/4oz swimjig w/ 3.8" FI (~7/16oz). I tried using a ~1oz glidebait on it and while it seemed to load and work it just fine I was too chicken to do more then easy sidearm lob casts. The taper/power is close to a 783c GLX, but with a bit less backbone and a bit stiffer of a tip. That is my one beef with the rod, I wish the tip was a bit softer. I think it's going to be a great all-around rod for most 3/8-3/4 lures so long as they don't have fine trebles.
Ergonomically, it might be the best rod I have ever used. I threw a few different reels on it and they all felt great. The combo just disappears in my hand, it's just amazingly comfortable to both cast and work a lure with. I dunked my hands and the grip somehow does not feel slick at all, but at the same time there isn't that "sticky" feeling cork gives you. I heard rumors of new models being offered in the spring and if Shimano offers a PA version of the 73ML Expride it will be a day one buy for me.
I have a poison adrena in the 610MH paired with my shimano metanium MGL
https://imgur.com/gallery/vP5sxRh
here is a few of the lures I got from my Japan trip
https://imgur.com/gallery/UB5yJG7
3 of my favourite rods and reels (the adrena isnt here)
Left to right
Abu Garcia FC-64L MGS, Revo LTX-BF8
BTC-692H, Revo LV7
GLVRC-682M, Revo LC6
https://imgur.com/gallery/AolZu5X
This is a cool bait I keep for when the situation is super tough and fish are suspended. This is a 1.5 inch RV bug by jackall, I rig it on a single light wire hook and fish it on my Airedge 642-UL ST and 3lb line. It sinks very slowly and when it does the appendages wiggle like crazy. On many occasions I have come across spooky suspended fish that don't eat any other baits and I have managed to catch using this lure. I cast it out and let it slowly sink; usually the fish will come over and look at it for a while before sucking it in. Absolutely irresistible to most fish. If you can get your hands on it you have to try it.
https://imgur.com/a/Md3onB1
In terms of lures I have a bit of everything, but I don't have massive massive stocks of specific baits. I am a very serious angler but as a student I simply do not have the money to buy that many lures at once.
fishwizzard reply :
On 10/16/2019 at 4:26 AM, HKBasser said:
3 of my favourite rods and reels (the adrena isnt here)
Left to rightAbu Garcia FC-64L MGS, Revo LTX-BF8
BTC-692H, Revo LV7GLVRC-682M, Revo LC6
https://imgur.com/gallery/AolZu5X
Those are some great rods, did you buy them in North America or bring them over with you? I was looking at Jackson rods the other day, I missed out buying one of their Trickster bfs rods a few years ago when they were being discontinued and get the itch to hunt around for one occasionally.
HKBasser reply :
On 10/16/2019 at 7:59 AM, fishwizzard said:Those are some great rods, did you buy them in North America or bring them over with you? I was looking at Jackson rods the other day, I missed out buying one of their Trickster bfs rods a few years ago when they were being discontinued and get the itch to hunt around for one occasionally.
I haven't brought some of them over yet. I have a Shimano Expride 64L for baitfinesse fishing over here, I will try to bring the Abu Garcia Fantasista BF rod back soon. The Jackson 6' 9 heavy was from Hong Kong and the Graphite leader rod was too. You can get good BFS rods off eBay, just be careful when ordering one piece rods, make sure they specify that they ship with a tube.
TcRoc reply :
My new Rig
Daiwa Tatula HLC 7.3
Favorite 7’2 Big Sexy
fishballer06 reply :
New Tatula Elite Long Cast. Spooled up with 14lb Gamma Polyflex.
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Derek1 reply :
On 10/22/2019 at 9:28 PM, fishballer06 said:New Tatula Elite Long Cast. Spooled up with 14lb Gamma Polyflex.
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Nice, I see so much stuff on this thread I never even heard of. Love it.
James Krack reply :
On 9/13/2019 at 2:55 AM, Randy Price said:These are my bass fishin' rods and reels.
I have a legend tournament walleye that I adore. To me St.Croix addressed the 3 main issues I had with their rods. Comfort, looks and weight. To me they always had the best build but lacked in those areas enough that I passed on them. Not the legend tournament.
waymont reply :
On 10/22/2019 at 9:28 PM, fishballer06 said:New Tatula Elite Long Cast. Spooled up with 14lb Gamma Polyflex.
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Nice. Do you have a Tatula SV TW to compare that reel to?
fishballer06 reply :
On 10/25/2019 at 9:45 PM, waymont said:Nice. Do you have a Tatula SV TW to compare that reel to?
I do not.
iabass8 reply :
On 10/25/2019 at 9:45 PM, waymont said:Nice. Do you have a Tatula SV TW to compare that reel to?
The long cast is comparable to the HLC reels of the past. It doesn’t behave like any SV spools.
Fried Lemons reply :
New toy just came in. It’s a lot smaller than I expected and I love how well it palms. It also has the least amount of backplay that I have seen in a Shimano baitcaster. It’s also the first I-DC5 reel I’ve held so it will be interesting to see how it behaves next to my older 2012 Exsence.
Randy Price reply :
Newest purchases. Too bad I'll have to wait till spring to use them
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Derek1 reply :
On 11/7/2019 at 3:07 AM, Randy Price said:Newest purchases. Too bad I'll have to wait till spring to use them
Nice stuff.
Randy Price reply :
On 11/7/2019 at 5:27 AM, Derek1 said:Nice stuff.
Thanks Derek1
FrankN209 reply :
On 10/31/2019 at 4:58 AM, Fried Lemons said:New toy just came in. It’s a lot smaller than I expected and I love how well it palms. It also has the least amount of backplay that I have seen in a Shimano baitcaster. It’s also the first I-DC5 reel I’ve held so it will be interesting to see how it behaves next to my older 2012 Exsence.
Let us know how this works for you.
Fried Lemons reply :
I've mainly been using it for small to mid size swimbaits up to 2.5oz. I threw lipped wake baits and even 4oz lipped bait with a large amount of water resistance. Time will tell how well it holds up to the abuse but so far it is the smoothest reel I've used. Even under load turning the handle is effortless and I can't feel the gears at all. It's pretty much what I was hoping for, a smooth compact reel with a lot of torque. It feels even more refined than the regular conquests I've used.
On the casting end I've mainly been using it to cast baits weighing 1-3 ounces with a fair amount of wind resistance. I have the inner dial set on nylon and mainly fiddle with the outer dial. W (I would assume for wind) seems to have the most aggressive braking and is what I use most of the time. Bomb casts feel slightly overbraked on that setting but pitching feels good and controlled especially compared to my previous gen DC reel. I'm still getting it dialed in with different baits.
NOC 1 reply :
On 11/7/2019 at 3:07 AM, Randy Price said:Newest purchases. Too bad I'll have to wait till spring to use them
Strange, you seem to have the same wall and at least one same rod as the fellow that posted a few posts before.
Smelter96 reply :
Got some of the ice equipment out and ready to rock
27" UL tickle stick
Black betty 6061
28" Med Widow maker
Ci4+ 1000hg
The Bassman reply :
On 11/10/2019 at 2:53 PM, Smelter96 said:
27" UL tickle stick
Black betty 6061
28" Med Widow maker
Ci4+ 1000hg
And to think I used to ice fish with a cheapo solid glass jig pole with a line cradle for hand wrapping.
boostr reply :
My boat gear
Randy Price reply :
On 11/10/2019 at 11:02 AM, NOC 1 said:Strange, you seem to have the same wall and at least one same rod as the fellow that posted a few posts before.
I did post a few posts earlier but I bought another Legend Tournament (my 4th) and the Legend X. I thought the wall made a nice backdrop. I have the SC disease. I have 12 of their rods ( 1-Legend X, 2 Legend Xtremes, 4 Legend Tournaments, 2 Legend Elites, 2 Avids, and 1 Mojo Musky).
Smelter96 reply :
On 11/10/2019 at 8:52 PM, The Bassman said:And to think I used to ice fish with a cheapo solid glass jig pole with a line cradle for hand wrapping.
My first ice rod was, like you, a solid fiberglass rod with one guide at the end and a cradle. I made my own spring bobber out of a straightened paperclip and it did work quite well!
punch reply :
A little bit of flex, but here's my current USA Destroyer casting collection. I've been smitten with these rods for many reasons. I'm running all Lew's reels because I like them and I can pull them apart blindfolded at this point.
I've dumped almost all of my St Croix rods for Megabass.. they are that good.
L to R
Bunker Buster - Lew's Hypermag
Daemos - Lew's Hypermag
FMJ - Lew's Pro TI
Javelin - Lew's Pro TI
Ottomat - Lew's Tournament Pro LFS
Oneten Special - Lew's Custom Pro
Derek1 reply :
On 11/12/2019 at 12:28 PM, punch said:A little bit of flex, but here's my current USA Destroyer casting collection. I've been smitten with these rods for many reasons. I'm running all Lew's reels because I like them and I can pull them apart blindfolded at this point.
I've dumped almost all of my St Croix rods for Megabass.. they are that good.
L to R
Bunker Buster - Lew's Hypermag
Daemos - Lew's Hypermag
FMJ - Lew's Pro TI
Javelin - Lew's Pro TI
Ottomat - Lew's Tournament Pro LFS
Oneten Special - Lew's Custom Pro
That’s quite the line up. Nice collection.
punch reply :
On 11/12/2019 at 10:33 PM, Derek1 said:That’s quite the line up. Nice collection.
Not pictured is a destroyer Brigand spinning rod & two Orochi XX's (everyone has seen those a million times). Apparently i'm a MB fanboy now.
mrpao reply :
On 11/12/2019 at 11:12 PM, punch said:Not pictured is a destroyer Brigand spinning rod & two Orochi XX's (everyone has seen those a million times). Apparently i'm a MB fanboy now.
It never hurts to add more pictures.
NOC 1 reply :
On 11/11/2019 at 10:09 PM, Randy Price said:I did post a few posts earlier but I bought another Legend Tournament (my 4th) and the Legend X. I thought the wall made a nice backdrop. I have the SC disease. I have 12 of their rods ( 1-Legend X, 2 Legend Xtremes, 4 Legend Tournaments, 2 Legend Elites, 2 Avids, and 1 Mojo Musky).
i have a few Legend T SC rods but mostly ABU and a few Megabass. i am just now getting to like the SC rods. Compared to the ABU Villains and the Orochi's I'm used to, the SC always feel heavy, out of balance and just sort of all around clumsy so I never actually used them much at all. But this spring I took the Steez reels off, bought a couple of Tatula SV TW reels and put them on. Seems a much better match for the somewhat tip heavy SC rods. They balanced much better.
So, I started taking them out last May and by September I was really starting to like them. Thinking about trying one of the Legend X's. It just goes to show that you can't really tell how a rod fishes without...well, actually fishing with it.
As far as your wall goes, it's very nice...for some reason I thought that it was two distinct people posting those 2 shots. I figured that maybe you and your Dad, pal or son were both showing off gear.
KP Duty reply :
I finally pulled the trigger on a pair of poison glorious rods, and was so blown away by several things. I thought if I had the money I'd order 2 more and have a glorious winter. Well, a girlfriends bday led me to the casino that weekend for a bday dinner, and it turned out to be my lucky night. Ordered 2 more the next day from jdm tackle haven (first 2 from ebay). Its probably unhealthy how good it feels to just hold and look at these rods, but that's the nature of the disease.
jbsoonerfan reply :
Let's see some better pictures.
Columbia Craw reply :
Two recent acquisitions thanks to members here. A Steez and Zillion to spoil me. This shows that there can be some superb deals on the flea market if you are patient. Thanks Kai and John !!!!!
KP Duty reply :
On 11/16/2019 at 12:24 PM, jbsoonerfan said:Let's see some better pictures.
I'll make that happen sson. I have pets that love cork, so I'm waiting to take off the wrappers until I'm done screwing around with them in my living room. New rods need to hang out in the living room for a couple of weeks if it's the off season. You never know when you'll feel the need to whip it around and annoy your wife. It's time though...I'm thinking I can fish tomorrow before the OU game, so I'll snap a few then.
waymont reply :
On 11/11/2019 at 10:09 PM, Randy Price said:I did post a few posts earlier but I bought another Legend Tournament (my 4th) and the Legend X. I thought the wall made a nice backdrop. I have the SC disease. I have 12 of their rods ( 1-Legend X, 2 Legend Xtremes, 4 Legend Tournaments, 2 Legend Elites, 2 Avids, and 1 Mojo Musky).
I had 2 LTB casting rods that were so tip heavy I had to sell them. Which models do you use? do you find them tip heavy?
Randy Price reply :
On 11/17/2019 at 7:19 AM, waymont said:I had 2 LTB casting rods that were so tip heavy I had to sell them. Which models do you use? do you find them tip heavy?
I have the LWS70MLF, LBS71MF, TBS71MHF, and LTM80MHF. And no I don't find them tip heavy.
waymont reply :
On 11/18/2019 at 10:25 PM, Randy Price said:I have the LWS70MLF, LBS71MF, TBS71MHF, and LYM80MHF. And no I don't find them tip heavy.
My LWS rod is beautiful, balanced and sensitive. My LTB casting rods were another story. What is that LYM80MH rod? I’ve never heard of it.
Randy Price reply :
On 11/19/2019 at 1:50 AM, waymont said:My LWS rod is beautiful, balanced and sensitive. My LTB casting rods were another story. What is that LYM80MH rod? I’ve never heard of it.
@Keeper Sorry should have typed LTM80MHF. It is one of my musky rods. I bought it back in 2010 so It's getting a little old but it only get used 4-5 days a year. Also almost all of the LT rods are spinning. Only the musky rod is casting if that makes a difference.
redmeansdistortion reply :
Here's my super tuned two bearing Abu 4500. Stock bearings, polished brake drum, polished worm gear, polished idler gear post, polished spool shaft end, lightweight brake blocks, and my favorite lubes in all the right places. This thing screams even better than my 7 bearing 4500CS some pages back in this thread. Even got it's first steelhead the day before the snow storm we had a week ago. Bearings? Where we're going, we don't need any bearings.
JohnFromLisbon reply :
Just got home from a 200 mile round trip to my favorite store. Needed an all round spinning setup to replace my old Shimano Nexave, went down there and saw these two. They gave me a good discount, I couldn’t really pass it up.
Derek1 reply :
On 11/23/2019 at 10:39 PM, JohnFromLisbon said:Just got home from a 200 mile round trip to my favorite store. Needed an all round spinning setup to replace my old Shimano Nexave, went down there and saw these two. They gave me a good discount, I couldn’t really pass it up.
Very nice
Yumeya reply :
Derek1 reply :
On 11/25/2019 at 3:09 PM, Yumeya said:
That’s pretty sweet. Nice and shiny.
redmeansdistortion reply :
Since Abu doesn't make the 4500 reels anymore aside from limited runs, I decided to build my own since it's a favorite of mine. I prefer a push button clutch on these reels so it was a must have feature for me. Other touches are the old style bullet line guide, chrome frame, bigger handle grips, and the new style 4600 C3 spool. I built it mostly from spare parts. I love how it looks, but no clue how it fishes yet. I may take it out the next free weekend I get and find out.
mrpao reply :
^^^ Sweet Abu.
Would love to see picts of your entire collection.
Yumeya reply :
Got a new case for ice fishing, orvis safe passage carry it all.
I could carry up to 4-5 rods if I change the configuration :big grin:
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Derek1 reply :
On 11/28/2019 at 6:12 AM, Yumeya said:Got a new case for ice fishing, orvis safe passage carry it all.
I could carry up to 4-5 rods if I change the configuration :big grin:
That’s pretty cool
Bass_Fishing_Socal reply :
Finally, my last but not least Daiwa? Should I make this for a bass or crappie setup? I don’t know but purple shallow spool is comin’ lol.
Now if I can only pull trigger faster on those yellow pixy ????
swhit140 reply :
My rod & reel lineup, going to order my last reel soon. Its a fleet of Daiwa Reels.????
Also along with my 1982 Astroglass boat that I restored over the years.
kroberts9 reply :
On 11/12/2019 at 12:28 PM, punch said:A little bit of flex, but here's my current USA Destroyer casting collection. I've been smitten with these rods for many reasons. I'm running all Lew's reels because I like them and I can pull them apart blindfolded at this point.
I've dumped almost all of my St Croix rods for Megabass.. they are that good.
L to R
Bunker Buster - Lew's Hypermag
Daemos - Lew's Hypermag
FMJ - Lew's Pro TI
Javelin - Lew's Pro TI
Ottomat - Lew's Tournament Pro LFS
Oneten Special - Lew's Custom Pro
That is a thing of beauty right there.
i have a strong love for Megabass and the AGS Daiwa guides on the Tatula and Steez.
i am torn between the Valdiva and the Ish Monroe AGS Tatula frog rod
Either way it will have a Daiwa custom zillion 9:1:1
Chris244 reply :
Birthday present
dobyns fury 734c
daiwa tatula ct
Derek1 reply :
On 12/20/2019 at 6:03 PM, Chris244 said:Birthday present
dobyns fury 734c
daiwa tatula ct
Nice
J._Bricker reply :
On 12/20/2019 at 6:03 PM, Chris244 said:Birthday present
dobyns fury 734c
daiwa tatula ct
Happy birthday @Chris244! Hope you’re able to use that nice setup today!
mrpao reply :
Finally decided to pick up a Bantam MGL HG, after hearing how smooth this reel was. Everyone was correct. This is probably one of the smoothest reels I have turned the handle on. It seems as smooth as my Conquest reels.
Decided to take a family photo with some old Bantams from yesteryear.
"Bantam meet your grandparents"
fishwizzard reply :
Found a deal on an gen1 XX EMTF that was too good to pass up. People raved about the rod and now I see what all the fuss was about. I got it for spinner/chatterbaits but it's very much up to being a bottom contact rod. The reel is a Ringa SSS with some mods that I picked up a few years ago, I love the reel and have been looking for a rod for it to live on.
Derek1 reply :
On 12/30/2019 at 9:06 AM, fishwizzard said:
Found a deal on an gen1 XX EMTF that was too good to pass up. People raved about the rod and now I see what all the fuss was about. I got it for spinner/chatterbaits but it's very much up to being a bottom contact rod. The reel is a Ringa SSS with some mods that I picked up a few years ago, I love the reel and have been looking for a rod for it to live on.
That’s a good looking setup.
MountainMan83 reply :
On 12/30/2019 at 9:06 AM, fishwizzard said:
Found a deal on an gen1 XX EMTF that was too good to pass up. People raved about the rod and now I see what all the fuss was about. I got it for spinner/chatterbaits but it's very much up to being a bottom contact rod. The reel is a Ringa SSS with some mods that I picked up a few years ago, I love the reel and have been looking for a rod for it to live on.
Very nice! That's a looooong handle
fishwizzard reply :
On 12/30/2019 at 9:45 PM, MountainMan83 said:Very nice! That's a looooong handle
Hah, the pic makes it longer. It’s only maybe 1/2-3/4” longer then a lot of my 7’-7’3” rods but the solid cork really makes it stand out.
MN Fisher reply :
Last reel arrived today - so my lineup for 2020 is set (4+ months to open water)
(sorry for the fuzzy pic)
Left to right
Pflueger President-25 on a 6'6" UL/F Diawa Spinmatic
Pflueger Trion-30 on a 7'0" ML/F Dobyns Fury
Pflueger Trion-35 on a 6'6" M/F Diawa Aird-X
Pflueger President (7.3:1 31IPT) on a 6'6" M/F Diawa Aird-X
Diawa Fuego CT-H (6.3:1 26.3IPT) on a 7'0" MH/M Dobyns Fury
Pflueger Supreme (7.1:1 29IPT) on a 7'0" MH/F Diawa Aird-X
Diawa Fuego CT-XS (8.1:1 33.9IPT) on a 7'0" H/F Diawa Aird-X
Should cover everything except heavier swimbaits...and I'm not going down THAT rabbit-hole.
I also gotta figure out where to put the 7th rod holder as the rack I build last year only has 6 slots.
A-Jay reply :
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Assembled most of the casting reel arsenal tonight.
Some of these are 'due' (perhaps a little overdue) for a professional servicing.
Fixing to starting stripping line from the ones that do & packing them up for their impending stay with
Mr Lawson @Delaware Valley Tackle
A-Jay
Derek1 reply :
On 12/31/2019 at 11:21 AM, A-Jay said:
Assembled most of the casting reel arsenal tonight.
Some of these are 'due' (perhaps a little overdue) for a professional servicing.
Fixing to starting stripping line from the ones that do & packing them up for their impending stay with
Mr Lawson @Delaware Valley Tackle
A-Jay
Nice line up, what are the round reels.
A-Jay reply :
On 12/31/2019 at 8:44 PM, Derek1 said:Nice line up, what are the round reels.
Thanks ~ @Derek1
The rounds reels are Shimano Calcutta D's -
One 300D I use mostly south of the border and
three 200D's that see a ton of local duty and have accounted for some very memorable catches.
May just be my favorite reels.
A-Jay
Jermination reply :
left rod locker far as my baitcasters go. Missing my ned, drop shot, & shaky head spinning outfits in this pic, but this covers most of it
waymont reply :
On 12/31/2019 at 11:21 AM, A-Jay said:
Assembled most of the casting reel arsenal tonight.
Some of these are 'due' (perhaps a little overdue) for a professional servicing.
Fixing to starting stripping line from the ones that do & packing them up for their impending stay with
Mr Lawson @Delaware Valley Tackle
A-Jay
No braid for you huh?
A-Jay reply :
On 1/2/2020 at 12:33 AM, waymont said:No braid for you huh?
I use braid on all my spinning gear but have really cut back quite a bit on my casting gear applications. Still use it for frogs and anything in or around the slop also to penetrate deep weeds when I need to. Other than that, mono & FC takes cares of the rest nicely.
A-Jay
kayaking_kev reply :
Xtasy 723c
Xtasy 755c
Extreme HP 702c
Champion XP Glass 705 CB
Champion XP 704sf
Fury 703c
mrpao reply :
Show us the whole combos.
kayaking_kev reply :
On 1/6/2020 at 9:00 AM, mrpao said:Show us the whole combos.
It wouldn't let me upload all the pics, so I made this. I don't have the fanciest reels for my rods yet, but my plan is to get a couple Metanium MGL's and Scorpion DC to add to my collection. As it is, I switch up my reels sometimes on some rods to reels not pictured, but they are the Daiwa Fuego, 13 Fishing Origin FB, Abu Garcia Pro Max & Black Max and a 5.6.1 gear ratio Lew's Tournament MB. I actually put the Origin FB on the Xtasy 755c sometimes just because I like the look. Everything was purchased in last couple of months, besides the Abu Garcia's, so I haven't got a chance to really put them to the test yet.
DomQ reply :
On 12/20/2019 at 6:03 PM, Chris244 said:Birthday present
dobyns fury 734c
daiwa tatula ct
I've got the exact same setup, haven't used it yet but cant wait to!
MN Fisher reply :
Winter Storage - how do others who put their reels away for the 'hard water' season store their reels. This is mine - six drawer rolling storage...spinners in one, BCs in another and line in the third. Thin foam cut to size to keep them from sliding around.
NittyGrittyBoy reply :
I feel so bad for you folks that put your reels away for the winter.
~I'd move~
Jaybert reply :
My new Loomis “classic casting” CR722 imx-pro just came in. Paired with my Curado DC 150HG. First imx pro I have seen in person and it is real nice. Got it for SMB in the kayak and poppers, Jerks in the boat.
A-Jay reply :
On 1/12/2020 at 4:38 AM, NittyGrittyBoy said:I feel so bad for you folks that put your reels away for the winter.
~I'd move~
I can absolutely understand that, in every way but one . . . . .
It'd be hard to make a conscious decision to move away from these.
The addiction is real
A-Jay
waymont reply :
On 1/12/2020 at 10:42 PM, Jaybert said:My new Loomis “classic casting” CR722 imx-pro just came in. Paired with my Curado DC 150HG. First imx pro I have seen in person and it is real nice. Got it for SMB in the kayak and poppers, Jerks in the boat.
Nice! I love my old IMX CR723. It's great for tight spaces.
fvogel67 reply :
On 1/12/2020 at 12:56 AM, MN Fisher said:Winter Storage - how do others who put their reels away for the 'hard water' season store their reels. This is mine - six drawer rolling storage...spinners in one, BCs in another and line in the third. Thin foam cut to size to keep them from sliding around.
Why don't you fish the river when the lakes are frozen?
MN Fisher reply :
On 1/13/2020 at 1:39 AM, fvogel67 said:Why don't you fish the river when the lakes are frozen?
I have limited time to get out - getting to-and-from a launch-point on any of the rivers here would eat up 3/4 or more of my time. Not worth 2-3 hours of travel (30-70 minutes on the road + 20 minutes for prep&launch or tear-down&trailer the canoe) for 1-2 hours of fishing. Plus up here - even the rivers freeze over - not enough to ice fish, but enough to endanger my canoe.
fvogel67 reply :
On 1/13/2020 at 2:35 AM, MN Fisher said:I have limited time to get out - getting to-and-from a launch-point on any of the rivers here would eat up 3/4 or more of my time. Not worth 2-3 hours of travel (30-70 minutes on the road + 20 minutes for prep&launch or tear-down&trailer the canoe) for 1-2 hours of fishing. Plus up here - even the rivers freeze over - not enough to ice fish, but enough to endanger my canoe.
I was thinking below the dams from shore.
MN Fisher reply :
On 1/13/2020 at 2:47 AM, fvogel67 said:I was thinking below the dams from shore.
Only dam that doesn't ice up in any decent range is the Ford Dam - Lock and Dam #1. Take a look at this pic - the closest shore spot you can access below the dam is the clear beach near the top-left of the photo...way out of casting range to the clear water of any rig I own...and the ice between shore and the island isn't safe.
fvogel67 reply :
On 1/13/2020 at 2:56 AM, MN Fisher said:Only dam that doesn't ice up in any decent range is the Ford Dam - Lock and Dam #1. Take a look at this pic - the closest shore spot you can access below the dam is the clear beach near the top-left of the photo...way out of casting range to the clear water of any rig I own...and the ice between shore and the island isn't safe.
I have easier access to the dams in my area.
MN Fisher reply :
On 1/13/2020 at 3:07 AM, fvogel67 said:I have easier access to the dams in my area.
Ya, up here if you don't ice-fish - you don't fish between mid-November and mid-April...sometimes later as in 2018, Lake Minnetonka didn't open up until the first week of May.
Logan S reply :
I got sick of rods sliding down the wall and falling over so I had to get them mounted when I had them in house. I've never liked the vertical racks and in my case, my ceiling is too low for my 7-6+ rods. This rack is pretty crude and I'll probably make a nicer version one day, but for now it works beautifully. I'm kicking myself for not thinking of horizontal wall racks sooner. Even when everything is out of the boat, I can rig and work on stuff much easier now.
I generally fish through the winter, though definitely less often so I pull the gear out of the boat usually...So this is my off-season storage.
Derek1 reply :
On 1/13/2020 at 5:39 AM, Logan S said:I got sick of rods sliding down the wall and falling over so I had to get them mounted when I had them in house. I've never liked the vertical racks and in my case, my ceiling is too low for my 7-6+ rods. This rack is pretty crude and I'll probably make a nicer version one day, but for now it works beautifully. I'm kicking myself for not thinking of horizontal wall racks sooner. Even when everything is out of the boat, I can rig and work on stuff much easier now.
I generally fish through the winter, though definitely less often so I pull the gear out of the boat usually...So this is my off-season storage.
Nice job, and collection.
Columbia Craw reply :
Had to add a deep spooled Tatula in a lower ratio for deep cranking. The 200 was the ticket. The new rod should be here next week.
fishwizzard reply :
I have been on a quest to find an extremely short rod to use for frogs and other topwater/medium cover presentations. After trying a cheap snakehead rod last year as a proof of concept, I decided to stop pussyfooting around and track down the rod I was looking at the entire time.
It’s a Daiwa Black Label LG 631MHFB-FR. It feels like a sawed-off Loomis 844c and so far I’m really digging it. It cast and skips frogs extremely easily and it makes tip-down twitching a breeze.
The reel is a new Tat SV and I am very impressed with it so far as well. I need to stick it on a more reasonable rod to really test it out but so far the distance and control both seem great and the reel is extremely palmable and comfy.
Cannot wait for spring to get here!
MountainMan83 reply :
On 2/3/2020 at 1:28 AM, fishwizzard said:I have been on a quest to find an extremely short rod to use for frogs and other the water/medium cover presentations. After trying a cheap snakehead rod last year as a proof of concept, I decided to stop pussyfooting around and track down the rod I was looking at the entire time.
It’s a Daiwa Black Label LG 631MHFB-FR. It feels like a sawed-off Loomis 844c and so far I’m really digging it. It cast and skips frogs extremely easily and it makes tip-down twitching a breeze.
The reel is a new Tat SV and I am very impressed with it so far as well. I need to stick it on a more reason rod to really test it out but so far the distance and control both seem great and the reel is extremely palmable and comfy.
Cannot wait for spring to get here!
Both rod and reel look great!
Quarry Man reply :
y'all already throwing frogs and I haven't even been able to fish yet this year...
fishwizzard reply :
On 2/3/2020 at 3:44 AM, Quarry Man said:y'all already throwing frogs and I haven't even been able to fish yet this year...
I was throwing a frog in like 35f water. Couldn’t wait to play with it.
Shockingly, I didn’t get any hits.
Quarry Man reply :
On 2/3/2020 at 9:35 AM, fishwizzard said:I was throwing a frog in like 35f water. Couldn’t wait to play with it.
Shockingly, I didn’t get any hits.
yeah, noticed you were in Maryland, im in pa, not too much north of you so I figured. My parents make fun of me when I get a new rod and go cast in the snow to practice and "play"
https://www.wideopenspaces.com/icebreaker-bass-breaks-through-the-ice-to-hit-topwater-lure/
ya never know
kayaking_kev reply :
Updated Dobyns collection. Kaden 744 and Champion 704 Glass came yesterday.
Derek1 reply :
On 2/5/2020 at 7:36 AM, kayaking_kev said:Updated Dobyns collection. Kaden 744 and Champion 704 Glass came yesterday.
That’s a nice collection you got there.
Michigander reply :
On 2/3/2020 at 9:35 AM, fishwizzard said:I was throwing a frog in like 35f water. Couldn’t wait to play with it.
Shockingly, I didn’t get any hits.
I've seen a Hula Popper get dragged under the edge of the ice in such conditions. Anything is possible.
fishwizzard reply :
On 2/5/2020 at 12:37 PM, Michigander said:I've seen a Hula Popper get dragged under the edge of the ice in such conditions. Anything is possible.
Possible but not likely.
NittyGrittyBoy reply :
@kayaking_kev out of all those, what's your fav?
kayaking_kev reply :
On 2/6/2020 at 5:14 AM, NittyGrittyBoy said:@kayaking_kev out of all those, what's your fav?
I can't really answer that yet because they are all new within the last few months and I've been iced in most of that time. Most people would say the Xtasy 755c is the best one there, and it may be, but as far as usage, I will probably use the Xtasy 723c more because I mostly throw 3/8 oz stuff or light T-Rigged plastics more than 1/2 oz or heavier jigs, but who knows I may start throwing more heavier stuff if the 755c is really that good.
I will definitely use the Extreme 702c a lot, mainly for Ned rigs and I have fished with it a little and even caught a fish on it and I'm loving that rod. If I had to pick a favorite right now, this might be it just because I have got to fish with it more than the Xtasy and caught a fish with it. But, I'm sure once I actually get some time on the Xtasys, I will like them more.
It's a toss up right now on which glass rod I will use the most right now, depends on which one I end up liking for the Whopper Plopper the most, probably the 704cb as long as it proves it has enough backbone, because I like the parabolic bend on it for river smallies. I haven't fished with the 704 yet, but I've thrown the 705 maybe 20 cast. The 705 is a good bladed jig, medium diver rod, and for 2.5 squarebills. The 704 has way more parabolic bend to it, I almost feel I could jig fish with the 705, but people say the parabolic bend shows up when you have a fish on the line and I haven't been able to experience that yet.
The 704sf spinning rod is a nice all around rod, but I don't like spinning gear and I'm trying to sell it. It has about 10 cast on it.
The Kaden 744c might be my the rod I grab if I'm only taking one, it should be a good all around rod, but I haven't fished with it either.
The Fury 703c is the only one I've really fished with enough because that was my first one that I got back in October. I bought it for Senkos, light Jigs and T-Rigs, but it has become my Jerkbait rod. It's also a very versatile rod.
And, I will always love the Ugly Stik GX2.
Columbia Craw reply :
On 3/14/2019 at 10:05 AM, Columbia Craw said:Cleaned and lubed everything a sealed the cork. A little line changing and it's time to go. Photos for the insurance agent so I figured, I would post them. What the heck.
My wife just walked up and looked at the screen and asked, " are you selling all those?" She's so sweet.
How do you pick out a favorite. Just added two Kadens and a Champion 805CB Glass.
GreenPig reply :
On 2/7/2020 at 7:53 AM, Columbia Craw said:
How do you pick out a favorite. Just added two Kadens and a Champion 805CB Glass.
Nice. That's some line up you have there.
KP Duty reply :
On 2/3/2020 at 1:28 AM, fishwizzard said:I have been on a quest to find an extremely short rod to use for frogs and other topwater/medium cover presentations. After trying a cheap snakehead rod last year as a proof of concept, I decided to stop pussyfooting around and track down the rod I was looking at the entire time.
It’s a Daiwa Black Label LG 631MHFB-FR. It feels like a sawed-off Loomis 844c and so far I’m really digging it. It cast and skips frogs extremely easily and it makes tip-down twitching a breeze.
The reel is a new Tat SV and I am very impressed with it so far as well. I need to stick it on a more reasonable rod to really test it out but so far the distance and control both seem great and the reel is extremely palmable and comfy.
Cannot wait for spring to get here!
Aggressive looking rig...I dig it. I had the old school steez 6-3mh years ago and it was a blast to fish. I recently picked up a 6-10h glorious I'm excited to try as well. I love working baits on shorter rods...you have more agility.
fishwizzard reply :
On 2/10/2020 at 11:59 PM, KP Duty said:Aggressive looking rig...I dig it. I had the old school steez 6-3mh years ago and it was a blast to fish. I recently picked up a 6-10h glorious I'm excited to try as well. I love working baits on shorter rods...you have more agility.
Yeah, “unconventional frogging” is a lonely road to walk but I’m having a lot of fun and it’s working out way better than I thought it would. I’ve also started experimenting with snaps on my frogs to facilitate quickly changing out styles in response to changing cover, but but more importantly to give me the ability to walk almost any frog in place. The short rod is immensely helpful with this as well as I can tip down twitch from almost any position.
rcjoutdoors reply :
On 2/3/2020 at 1:28 AM, fishwizzard said:I have been on a quest to find an extremely short rod to use for frogs and other topwater/medium cover presentations. After trying a cheap snakehead rod last year as a proof of concept, I decided to stop pussyfooting around and track down the rod I was looking at the entire time.
It’s a Daiwa Black Label LG 631MHFB-FR. It feels like a sawed-off Loomis 844c and so far I’m really digging it. It cast and skips frogs extremely easily and it makes tip-down twitching a breeze.
The reel is a new Tat SV and I am very impressed with it so far as well. I need to stick it on a more reasonable rod to really test it out but so far the distance and control both seem great and the reel is extremely palmable and comfy.
Cannot wait for spring to get here!
Beautiful ????
Crankin4Bass reply :
On 2/3/2020 at 1:28 AM, fishwizzard said:I have been on a quest to find an extremely short rod to use for frogs and other topwater/medium cover presentations. After trying a cheap snakehead rod last year as a proof of concept, I decided to stop pussyfooting around and track down the rod I was looking at the entire time.
It’s a Daiwa Black Label LG 631MHFB-FR. It feels like a sawed-off Loomis 844c and so far I’m really digging it. It cast and skips frogs extremely easily and it makes tip-down twitching a breeze.
The reel is a new Tat SV and I am very impressed with it so far as well. I need to stick it on a more reasonable rod to really test it out but so far the distance and control both seem great and the reel is extremely palmable and comfy.
Cannot wait for spring to get here!
That looks sweet! My friend the BaitMonkey is wondering if you would share where you bought that rod?
fishwizzard reply :
On 2/16/2020 at 3:20 PM, Crankin4Bass said:
That looks sweet! My friend the BaitMonkey is wondering if you would share where you bought that rod?
Hah, I got it from JDM Tackle Heaven. I was really pleased with them, shipped from Japan to the east coast in about a week and the rod was packed and labeled better then I have ever seen before.
Crankin4Bass reply :
On 2/16/2020 at 8:31 PM, fishwizzard said:Hah, I got it from JDM Tackle Heaven. I was really pleased with them, shipped from Japan to the east coast in about a week and the rod was packed and labeled better then I have ever seen before.
How does the rod feel? How does the weight compare to your Loomis is sticks? Is it tip heavy or does it feel pretty balanced?
fishwizzard reply :
On 2/16/2020 at 9:54 PM, Crankin4Bass said:On 2/16/2020 at 8:31 PM, fishwizzard said:Hah, I got it from JDM Tackle Heaven. I was really pleased with them, shipped from Japan to the east coast in about a week and the rod was packed and labeled better then I have ever seen before.
How does the rod feel? How does the weight compare to your Loomis is sticks? Is it tip heavy or does it feel pretty balanced?
It feels very balanced, but it’s a short rod with a lot of material past the lock nut, so I don’t know how the longer BL rods are.
I have yet to get a bite on it yet, but it handles 1/2-3/4oz spinner/chatterbaits well and seemed plenty sensitive when I dragged a jig around with it. It’s amazing for walking a frog, I can get a Galvacho to more or less walk in place. It also seems to skip very well but I am not really messing with that too much in cold finger season.
Diggy reply :
Got this in yesterday. I'll spool it up with 15lb fluorocarbon for now.
Michigander reply :
On 2/16/2020 at 8:31 PM, fishwizzard said:
I see the bait monkey blessed you with a banana for a purchase well done!
Bass_Fishing_Socal reply :
What am I thinking? Abu Garcia Revo, man I must be crazy lol. I actually want this reel for a long time, ever since I know it use the same frame as MGxtreme, and only 5.5oz. I actually place order twice but cancel afterwards.
Finally thanks to my left frozen shoulder, I have excuse to get another Lefty and happened to find a good deal on ALX.
and you think shimano aldebaran is small ????????????
Midwest Big Bass reply :
Okay, so probably not as fancy as the rest of you but I am excited to share and my wife doesn't want to hear it! ????
MN Fisher reply :
On 2/28/2020 at 12:37 AM, Midwest Big Bass said:Okay, so probably not as fancy as the rest of you but I am excited to share and my wife doesn't want to hear it! ????
Any clue? This old eye can't tell what they are exactly.
And my rigs aren't fancy either...so don't worry it.
Midwest Big Bass reply :
On 2/28/2020 at 2:10 AM, MN Fisher said:Any clue? This old eye can't tell what they are exactly.
And my rigs aren't fancy either...so don't worry it.
Left is a 7' MLF Kistler Helium with a Daiwa Steez CTSV (okay, that is pretty fancy by my standards) and the right is a 6'9" MHF Kistler Helium with the new 2020 Daiwa Tatula SV TW.
MN Fisher reply :
On 2/28/2020 at 6:13 AM, Midwest Big Bass said:Left is a 7' MLF Kistler Helium with a Daiwa Steez CTSV (okay, that is pretty fancy by my standards) and the right is a 6'9" MHF Kistler Helium with the new 2020 Daiwa Steez SVTW.
Not fancy? (Snort)
My best rig is a Fuego CT-H on a 7' Dobyns Fury 705CB
You blow the doors off of me.
dsw1204 reply :
I"m a new fisherman, this season being my 2nd season of fishing, so I do not have a lot of equipment. I have three rods, two reels. The rods are a 6' medium Ugly Stik, 6 1/2' Daiwa PR-S 662mfs-b medium, and a Cadence Fishing CR5 7' MHF. The Cadence CR5 rod just seems to be a very nice rod. I am not a connoisseur of rods, but it just seems to ooze of quality. I like it.
My reels are Shimano Ultegra ULT4000XGFB and a Pflueger Supreme XT Supxtsp30x. The Ultegra is new and have not used it, yet. Will probably be my go to reel this year.
Plan on pairing the Cadence CR5 with the Ultegra reel. The Daiwa will be paired with the Pflueger reel. When I head to rivers or creeks, I plan on using the Ugly Stik.
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