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by Cal
Fri Mar 24, 2023 6:00 am
Forum: TT Reviews
Topic: Shimano BOOSTs Freshwater Hardbait Lineup
Replies: 0
Views: 61

Shimano BOOSTs Freshwater Hardbait Lineup

Shimano BOOSTs Freshwater Hardbait Lineup http://www.tackletour.com/images23/featurebanshimanoboostclassiclures.jpg Introduction: In advance of the Bassmaster Classic Shimano is bolstering their freshwater lure lineup with three new lures that make use of the company’s patented BOOST CONCEPT techno...
by Cal
Thu Mar 23, 2023 9:06 pm
Forum: Reels
Topic: Backlash PSA
Replies: 12
Views: 416

Re: Backlash PSA

I bought a new zillion a month ago. I put line on it and mounted it on a rod. I was out last Saturday for the first time this season. I picked up the rod and laid into a nice cast. All of a sudden, boom. The worst backlash I've had in a while. I forget to set the brakes. They were on 0. Lesson lear...
by Cal
Thu Mar 23, 2023 8:04 am
Forum: Reels
Topic: Backlash PSA
Replies: 12
Views: 416

Re: Backlash PSA

I bought a new zillion a month ago. I put line on it and mounted it on a rod. I was out last Saturday for the first time this season. I picked up the rod and laid into a nice cast. All of a sudden, boom. The worst backlash I've had in a while. I forget to set the brakes. They were on 0. Lesson lear...
by Cal
Wed Mar 22, 2023 7:21 am
Forum: TT Reviews
Topic: A Solid Little Reel With a Bigger Purpose: Lew's American Hero Tier 1 Casting Reel
Replies: 0
Views: 122

A Solid Little Reel With a Bigger Purpose: Lew's American Hero Tier 1 Casting Reel

A Solid Little Reel With a Bigger Purpose: Lew's American Hero Tier 1 Casting Reel http://www.tackletour.com/images23/featurebanlewsamherotier1lfs.jpg Introduction: In 2013, Lew's launched their American Hero program in support of organizations helping military veterans return to life after service...
by Cal
Sat Mar 18, 2023 7:44 am
Forum: TT Reviews
Topic: Fold to Cast Further – Shimano’s Armajoint Hard Bodied Swimbait
Replies: 0
Views: 239

Fold to Cast Further – Shimano’s Armajoint Hard Bodied Swimbait

Fold to Cast Further – Shimano’s Armajoint Hard Bodied Swimbait http://tackletour.com/images23/featurebanshimanoarmajoint.jpg Introduction: The swimbait segment continues to grow, and it was just a matter of time before Shimano launched their own hard bodied swimbait. Rather than introduce just ano...
by Cal
Wed Mar 15, 2023 7:03 am
Forum: TT Reviews
Topic: Mike Iaconelli's Powerbait Flute Worm by Berkley is no Fluke
Replies: 0
Views: 166

Mike Iaconelli's Powerbait Flute Worm by Berkley is no Fluke

Mike Iaconelli's Powerbait Flute Worm by Berkley is no Fluke http://www.tackletour.com/images20/featureban_berkleypbfluteworm.jpg Introduction: Berkley continues to fill out their soft plastic bait arsenal releasing a series of signature baits tweaked and designed by their top of the line pros. We ...
by Cal
Thu Mar 09, 2023 5:55 am
Forum: TT Reviews
Topic: Forward-Facing Sonar Units and the ‘Harass-A-Bass’ Technique Have Changed Bass Fishing Forever
Replies: 2
Views: 557

Forward-Facing Sonar Units and the ‘Harass-A-Bass’ Technique Have Changed Bass Fishing Forever

Forward-Facing Sonar Units and the ‘Harass-A-Bass’ Technique Have Changed Bass Fishing Forever http://www.tackletour.com/images23/featurebandobynsforwardfacingsonar.jpg Forward by Zander: The first time I saw live sonar technology was at a media event in Florida back in 2019. The team from Garmin s...
by Cal
Wed Mar 08, 2023 12:09 pm
Forum: Fishing Line
Topic: Finatic Fishing Lines - What happened?
Replies: 3
Views: 465

Re: Finatic Fishing Lines - What happened?

*poof* ... that's all i got :lol:
by Cal
Wed Mar 08, 2023 7:24 am
Forum: Reels
Topic: History behind the low profile casting reel...
Replies: 13
Views: 1147

History behind the low profile casting reel...

Our buddy over at Bass Fishing Archives, just published a story about the birth of the low profile casting reel. Very interesting read.... linked here: DAIWA AND SHIMANO 1979
by Cal
Wed Mar 08, 2023 7:11 am
Forum: TT Announcements
Topic: Passing of a longtime member...
Replies: 8
Views: 696

Passing of a longtime member...

Just received news this morning that our friend, mhood, passed away. His health had been failing recently, and he finally succumbed after being flown to the hospital yesterday. 😢
by Cal
Tue Mar 07, 2023 6:11 am
Forum: TT Reviews
Topic: Lightweight and Worth the Effort – Edge’s Versatile Epitome MBR725-1C Rod
Replies: 1
Views: 341

Lightweight and Worth the Effort – Edge’s Versatile Epitome MBR725-1C Rod

Lightweight and Worth the Effort – Edge’s Versatile Epitome MBR725-1C Rod http://www.tackletour.com/images22/featurebanedgeepitome.jpg Introduction: If there is one rod maker that needs no introduction it is Gary Loomis. Gary’s legacy as both an expert in graphite and resin materials and for his un...
by Cal
Fri Mar 03, 2023 7:08 am
Forum: Enthusiast & Import Tackle
Topic: 2023 Megabass F4st-69RSDti Craftsman Pride Edition
Replies: 12
Views: 768

Re: 2023 Megabass F4st-69RSDti Craftsman Pride Edition

I liked the Aaron Marten's F3-610XS but it wasn't too practical in my previous NJ location. I wonder why they changed to the Stinger tipped for the new version? F4st-69RSDti has always had a stinger tip and became Aaron's drop shot rod of choice when he was with MB. The Aaron Martens Limited was th...
by Cal
Wed Mar 01, 2023 5:28 pm
Forum: TT Reviews
Topic: KastKing’s Kestrel Elite Magnesium Baitcaster Takes Flight
Replies: 0
Views: 347

KastKing’s Kestrel Elite Magnesium Baitcaster Takes Flight

KastKing’s Kestrel Elite Magnesium Baitcaster Takes Flight http://tackletour.com/images23/featurebankastkingkestrelelite2.jpg Introduction: KastKing has made a name for themselves in recent years by producing fishing tackle that offer great value for the cost. They have also been producing many pro...
by Cal
Tue Feb 28, 2023 6:35 am
Forum: TT Reviews
Topic: Take Two (Piece) with Phenix's Feather Casting Rods
Replies: 3
Views: 591

Re: Take Two (Piece) with Phenix's Feather Casting Rods

Tokugawa wrote:
Mon Feb 27, 2023 7:12 pm
Hey Cal - interesting stick. How do you think it would perform with a drop shot?
Might actually be ideal :-k
by Cal
Mon Feb 27, 2023 4:31 pm
Forum: TT Reviews
Topic: Take Two (Piece) with Phenix's Feather Casting Rods
Replies: 3
Views: 591

Take Two (Piece) with Phenix's Feather Casting Rods

Take Two (Piece) with Phenix's Feather Casting Rods http://tackletour.com/images20/featureban_phenixftxc722mh.jpg Introduction: Back in September of 2018, we shared with you Phenix's introduction of their Feather series of bass rods built with the explicit goal of being super light yet affordable. ...