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by RMCatchNrelease
Tue Feb 27, 2024 7:00 pm
Forum: Rods
Topic: New Zillion Rods
Replies: 47
Views: 5775

Re: New Zillion Rods

dennis_rf wrote:
Sun Feb 25, 2024 1:14 pm
Is that a foam ring on the butt end?

Overall weirdly proportioned look to it, especially that bulky locknut assembly. Pass.
Doesn't look like you can get your finger to the blank. And I have large hands.

Daiwa makes me sad these days haha.
by RMCatchNrelease
Thu Feb 15, 2024 3:24 pm
Forum: Rods
Topic: New Zillion Rods
Replies: 47
Views: 5775

Re: New Zillion Rods

Daiwa missing the mark again for me...boring, expride copy, no JDM flair. It couldn't be more bland and uninspired.

With all the amazing real seats Daiwa has that one looks incredibly uncomfortable. Might as well use an ACS.

Bummed as I have both the previous models.
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by RMCatchNrelease
Sun Jan 07, 2024 4:52 am
Forum: Enthusiast & Import Tackle
Topic: 24 Steez Sv Tw unboxing
Replies: 8
Views: 48395

Re: 24 Steez Sv Tw unboxing

Looks like the hood cover is longer and the line guide is taller/shorter.
by RMCatchNrelease
Sun Jan 07, 2024 4:32 am
Forum: Rods
Topic: Who is the MOST over rated ?
Replies: 233
Views: 487175

Re: Who is the MOST over rated ?

St. Croix - never held one that felt good in hand. Tip heavy as all hell. The actions were too powerful/weak, and the looks are God awful. The new victory looked good on paper, drove to the shop, picked them up and was so unimpressed. Balance is so bad. I don't get the Dobyn hate. Especially when th...
by RMCatchNrelease
Sun Jan 07, 2024 4:19 am
Forum: Rods
Topic: Anyone have any recent experiences with NFC?
Replies: 40
Views: 51002

Re: Anyone have any recent experiences with NFC?

I've had my ups and downs with NFC and Edge. They are a unique company dealing direct to consumer. They do have some Customer Service issues but have always got is sorted. Time tables are not good when dealing with NFC. Alex has really done a great job improving the buying process. You have to reali...
by RMCatchNrelease
Thu Dec 21, 2023 2:37 pm
Forum: Rods
Topic: Daiwa Tatula 7'3" Swimbait rod users
Replies: 2
Views: 1924

Re: Daiwa Tatula 7'3" Swimbait rod users

Buddy has this rod and I have fished it. It is super tight in hand and feels awesome to fish for long periods of time. The 4oz rating is wildly high. It is more like 2.5oz and so you should be right in the sweet spot. I threw Freestyle Mag on it and it was money. Threw a glide and it handled that ev...
by RMCatchNrelease
Tue Dec 19, 2023 8:10 am
Forum: Reels
Topic: 2021 Daiwa Zillion SV TW
Replies: 20
Views: 9701

Re: 2021 Daiwa Zillion SV TW

I have to stop. Flip the reel over. Make an adjustment. Cast. Life is so difficult :lol: For me in a cover orientated target rich environment passing by docks with pillars and openings presenting themselves to me as I scan my head searching for targets its a big deal to be able to lock eyes with th...
by RMCatchNrelease
Sat Dec 16, 2023 5:58 am
Forum: Enthusiast & Import Tackle
Topic: Fun new EG rods and other goodies
Replies: 44
Views: 34298

Re: Fun new EG rods and other goodies

Could have trimmed the reel seat threads on a made to order rod ... Kills it for me
by RMCatchNrelease
Sat Dec 16, 2023 5:43 am
Forum: Rods
Topic: Megabass Destroyer P5 decision help
Replies: 3
Views: 1712

Re: Megabass Destroyer P5 decision help

Note, if you've never held the P5s be a little cautious if you have big hands. The reel seat, grip, and butt caps, are TINY! I see why they are so light, the used no material haha. Seriously awesome blanks, but I didn't like the components used. The buttcap on all but the Baccarat is the size of a ....
by RMCatchNrelease
Mon Dec 04, 2023 6:08 am
Forum: General
Topic: Tackle Storage - In house VS garage
Replies: 8
Views: 4569

Tackle Storage - In house VS garage

Hey there! I'm looking to free up closet space and move things to the garage. New truck doesn't fit so I have new space. That said, I'm afraid of storing expensive had baits, plastics, rods, and reels in there year round. I'm in CO and see both -5 and 100+ through the year. Any issues I would have? ...
by RMCatchNrelease
Tue Oct 31, 2023 9:33 am
Forum: Show and Tell
Topic: Battle damage
Replies: 6
Views: 3200

Re: Battle damage

As long as there is not damage to the blank, it is an easy fix. There is a guy iny club that would match the thread wraps for $20ish per guide.
by RMCatchNrelease
Mon Oct 16, 2023 7:21 pm
Forum: Enthusiast & Import Tackle
Topic: New Zillion Limited
Replies: 9
Views: 3360

Re: New Zillion Limited

This just makes me sad. I miss early 2000s Daiwa.
by RMCatchNrelease
Wed Oct 11, 2023 5:04 am
Forum: Maintenance & SuperTuning Q&A
Topic: Help diagnosing SV 103 issues
Replies: 7
Views: 3886

Re: Help diagnosing SV 103 issues

I have 9 SV103s and have experienced the exact thing to you are talking about on my frog reel. I think it was the shaft bearings. I ended up soaking the and cleaning the anti-reverse and shaft bearing. Took care of my issue. I've had mine for so long I'm considering ordering all new frame bearings a...
by RMCatchNrelease
Mon Oct 02, 2023 6:16 pm
Forum: General
Topic: Moving to lighter gear due to injury?
Replies: 16
Views: 8491

Re: Moving to lighter gear due to injury?

I'm 3 weeks away from the water due to injury and the itch is killing me. I'm battling tennis elbow and pinched nerves. Having issues just holding a rod. The Mexico story reminds me of myself. I love to throw frogs, flip, and big swimbaits. The last few years have really taken a toll on my body. I d...
by RMCatchNrelease
Wed Sep 20, 2023 5:21 am
Forum: Rods
Topic: It’s 2023 so can we all now agree
Replies: 23
Views: 7191

Re: It’s 2023 so can we all now agree

Oh and the numbed the area around the hook with yet another needle. They tried to get it out but the forceps kept slipping because the hook would twist so much so I started reaching for anything I could grab to help pull while they pushed. Worst day imaginable Oh but it gets worse. It was the new g...