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by jkspider
Tue Jul 16, 2013 7:58 pm
Forum: Electronics
Topic: Problems with HDS 5 reading bottom
Replies: 5
Views: 12511

Re: Problems with HDS 5 reading bottom

I do not have the X 135 anymore.
by jkspider
Mon Jul 15, 2013 1:04 am
Forum: Electronics
Topic: Problems with HDS 5 reading bottom
Replies: 5
Views: 12511

Problems with HDS 5 reading bottom

I have a gen 1 HDS 5 o. A ranger boat I had installed at the console for several years. This spring I had a HDS 12 touch installed at the console and had the gen 1 HDS5 moved to the bow and connected to the transducer of my fortrex with the built in transducer. Settings are all correct to my knowled...
by jkspider
Wed Nov 30, 2011 8:28 am
Forum: Enthusiast & Import Tackle
Topic: Steez or T-3
Replies: 10
Views: 3744

Re: Steez or T-3

Thanks for the info. Nitro, my intentions are to use it as an all around reel for bass fishing as I do with my TDZ's, Core 50's and 50mg's.
by jkspider
Sun Nov 27, 2011 2:44 pm
Forum: Enthusiast & Import Tackle
Topic: Steez or T-3
Replies: 10
Views: 3744

Steez or T-3

Wanting to buy a new reel. I am familiar with the Steez. How does the T-3 compare. I bass fish only. Love quality and smoothe reels. Help is appreciated from anyone who has tried both or has good input. Thanks.
by jkspider
Sat Sep 08, 2007 5:58 pm
Forum: Tackle
Topic: Gamma High-Performance Copolymer Line
Replies: 39
Views: 14310

Re: Gamma High-Performance Copolymer Line

What advantages are there for Gamma copoly vs using mono Trilene XL. I know it is stronger. How about the memory etc???
by jkspider
Sat Sep 08, 2007 5:57 pm
Forum: Tackle
Topic: GAMMA CO-POLY VS TRILENE MONO
Replies: 1
Views: 1441

GAMMA CO-POLY VS TRILENE MONO

I love Trilene XL for a mono line. Was reading the forum on Gamma Copoly line. How do the mono compare to copoly. WHich is best, is it the Gamma. What are the advantages. I want something for less backlashes and kinks.
by jkspider
Sat Sep 01, 2007 4:49 pm
Forum: Tackle
Topic: Yo Zuri Hybrid vs Monofilament
Replies: 3
Views: 2799

Re: Yo Zuri Hybrid vs Monofilament

Have not triede Siege. I was told elite was better. If this is not the case what advantage does the Seige have?
by jkspider
Sat Sep 01, 2007 4:08 pm
Forum: Tackle
Topic: Yo Zuri Hybrid vs Monofilament
Replies: 3
Views: 2799

Yo Zuri Hybrid vs Monofilament

I fish for large and small mouth bass. My go to reels are my TD-Z's and one Pixy. I currently use mono (trilene xl or suffix elite) and do okay other than occasional backlash. Is Yozuri Hybrid a better line to use? I want smoothe long casts and manageable line with little or no memory and backlash. ...
by jkspider
Sun Aug 12, 2007 8:19 pm
Forum: Enthusiast & Import Tackle
Topic: BEST LINE FOR A PIXY
Replies: 33
Views: 10740

Re: BEST LINE FOR A PIXY

Thanks for the input but please keep it coming. I am more confused now than when I posted...
by jkspider
Sat Aug 11, 2007 9:23 pm
Forum: Enthusiast & Import Tackle
Topic: BEST LINE FOR A PIXY
Replies: 33
Views: 10740

BEST LINE FOR A PIXY

TWO PART QUESTION, WHAT IS THE BEST LINE AND POUND OVERALL TO USE ON A PIXY??
WHAT WOULD BE THE BEST MONO LINE USE AND WHAT POUND?

HOW MUCH MONO LINE WILL A PIXY HOLD IN 6 AND 8 POUND?

LOOKING FORWARD TO USING MY NEW AIRY RED.
by jkspider
Mon Jul 23, 2007 10:26 pm
Forum: Tackle
Topic: THIS ONE IS FOE EVERYONE TO REPLY
Replies: 21
Views: 9037

Re: THIS ONE IS FOE EVERYONE TO REPLY

Keep the replys coming, I love the info. I do cast ine handed and roll cast for splashless entry. I went fishing today using my Allstar 6' rod with shorter cork handle. Could not imagine being as accurate or casting around structure etc with a 7 plus foot rod. I know rods are lighter today, so is my...
by jkspider
Sun Jul 22, 2007 9:53 pm
Forum: Tackle
Topic: THIS ONE IS FOE EVERYONE TO REPLY
Replies: 21
Views: 9037

THIS ONE IS FOE EVERYONE TO REPLY

I am 47 y/o. I used to own bass boats 20 plus years ago and fish often. Amb 4600C reels were the real deal. My posting is for this. Myself and everyone used lightweight 5 1/2 or 6' rods for everything except flipping. This is what everybody used and recommended. Now I recently got a new boat and bac...
by jkspider
Sun Jul 22, 2007 9:38 pm
Forum: Watercraft
Topic: Skeeter SX170 Bass Boat
Replies: 8
Views: 8557

Re: Skeeter SX170 Bass Boat

I own a 2006 Ranger 178VS with a 150 Optimax and folding tongue on trailer. This was the only boat I found in this length rated for a 150. My garage is 20 ft deep with a recess area that gives me another several feet fir the motor only. This boat total takes about 21.5 feet to clear. You may think a...
by jkspider
Tue Jul 17, 2007 11:40 pm
Forum: Tackle
Topic: Want New Reel Pixy Or Sol
Replies: 2
Views: 1965

Want New Reel Pixy Or Sol

I am tossing around getting a new Sol or Red Pixy. The Pixy is almost $100 more. I want a small finesse reel and have heard good of both. Seems everyone gets them DR tuned anyway. Is the 100 extra for the pixy worth it? Your opinions are much appreciated. I currentyl fish for LMB using several TD-Z....
by jkspider
Fri Jun 15, 2007 12:26 am
Forum: Tackle
Topic: HELP WITH MONO LINE
Replies: 5
Views: 2633

HELP WITH MONO LINE

I recently got back into using baitcasters and fishing for LM bass. What is the best mono line to use?? I have experience a long time ago using trilene XL. Currently using Suffix Elite. I want good casting and less backlash. Any pros and cons to these lines or any others. Any/all recommendations are...