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by barrys
Thu Oct 12, 2023 8:38 pm
Forum: Rods
Topic: It’s 2023 so can we all now agree
Replies: 23
Views: 7209

Re: It’s 2023 so can we all now agree

Slazmo wrote:
Mon Sep 18, 2023 5:02 pm
I'm all for the screw down zip tie, or if I could get my hands on the Prox keeper's...
Samurai tackle has them that’s where I get mine and they have a great selection of Osprey too
by barrys
Mon Jun 07, 2021 6:32 pm
Forum: Hardbaits
Topic: Good split ring pliers
Replies: 19
Views: 11424

Re: Good split ring pliers

I keep the Texas tackle split ring pliers in the boat. But I keep my good ones(halco’s) at home when I’m changing out hooks on multiple baits and need better pliers.
by barrys
Mon Dec 07, 2020 5:23 pm
Forum: Fishing Line
Topic: Line Diameter
Replies: 15
Views: 10640

Re: Line Diameter

I’m still trying to figure out why I would buy Seaguar’s new gold label leader line over their blue label which has been out for a few years. Seaguar claims it’s their thinnest leader to date but the diameters listed on the labels say otherwise. It’s even more spendy that’s for sure
by barrys
Mon Jun 15, 2020 6:47 pm
Forum: Reels
Topic: Expense and Certate LT
Replies: 9
Views: 5308

Re: Expense and Certate LT

Thanks for the replies and yes I guess the term I’m looking for is the stem length before it curves back.
by barrys
Sun Jun 14, 2020 5:41 pm
Forum: Reels
Topic: Expense and Certate LT
Replies: 9
Views: 5308

Expense and Certate LT

Narrowed down to these 2 reels however I am an ergonomic junkie so here’s my question as it will make my choice easier. I own both Daiwa and Shimano spinners however the wife usually ends up with the Shimano for this reason. The distance between the reel foot and where it makes its first curve back ...
by barrys
Sun Jun 07, 2020 6:17 pm
Forum: Rods
Topic: Dobyns Xtasy 754 Impressions
Replies: 11
Views: 8986

Re: Dobyns Xtasy 754 Impressions

IMO I have both the 754 and 755 and definitely would move up to the 755 with jigs or anything 5/8oz. Or so and up. I’ve had both now for about a year and love em. To me me they cast like a fast action but load up a little slower and further down the blank as stated above. I have an original green 87...
by barrys
Fri Mar 06, 2020 6:58 pm
Forum: Rods
Topic: Rods with the 'it' Factor
Replies: 78
Views: 60225

Re: Rods with the 'it' Factor

I’m somewhat of an off shore fisherman so I’m using rods at 7’3” and above pretty exclusively. That being said that 902s conquest for my deep water Shakey heads is just a crazy rod. I use it on almost every trip
by barrys
Sun Feb 16, 2020 6:29 pm
Forum: Enthusiast & Import Tackle
Topic: DRT
Replies: 4
Views: 3945

Re: DRT

Wow I was afraid to watch that one vid thinking a 23lber was gonna swim up and hammer that Swimbait.
by barrys
Mon Jan 13, 2020 5:53 pm
Forum: Reels
Topic: A marts reels
Replies: 3
Views: 2768

Re: A marts reels

Awesome thank you they were like those biggest ones! I’m sure Gary has em
by barrys
Sun Jan 12, 2020 7:05 pm
Forum: Reels
Topic: A marts reels
Replies: 3
Views: 2768

A marts reels

Saw some video footage of Arron’s reels most of them metaniums with what looks like over sized drag stars. They look to me like they would be easier to adjust on the fly than stock drag stars. I like everything about them except they are purple. Anyone know what aftermarket brand they are ?
by barrys
Sun Dec 15, 2019 7:04 pm
Forum: Rods
Topic: Opinions on best Dobyns rod for jigs
Replies: 13
Views: 8737

Re: Opinions on best Dobyns rod for jigs

I have both Xtasy 754 and 755 great rods. Compared to my buddies 744 champ extreme just a bit more power from a 754 to the 744. I like the f7ll cork handle but I think it’s an option for the 744 as well.
by barrys
Sun Dec 15, 2019 6:27 pm
Forum: Fishing Line
Topic: Light braid
Replies: 16
Views: 11649

Re: Light braid

I’m using the YGK G soul SS112. Absolutely the best braid I’ve ever used on a spinnng rod period and That includes Samurai. 16lb is perfect. Never had a wind knot and been using it for over a year now. Extremely smooth casting and do3snt have that wispy feel that I hate. No waxy feel at all.Only one...
by barrys
Fri Nov 08, 2019 5:08 pm
Forum: General
Topic: Fishing fingers
Replies: 25
Views: 20311

Re: Fishing fingers

New skin is what I use. If you don’t have that handy super glue works great but I’m not sure if it’s good to be puttin it on open cuts all the time but works in a pinch
by barrys
Sat Nov 02, 2019 7:18 pm
Forum: Hardbaits
Topic: Wart style baits
Replies: 14
Views: 16367

Re: Wart style baits

Those evergreen cr series like the cr-8 is a huntin little bait. They are expensive but.......they come with some impressive hooks on em. Nasty sharp and strong
by barrys
Mon Apr 01, 2019 7:10 pm
Forum: Bass Fishing
Topic: Lost fish therapy
Replies: 16
Views: 18606

Re: Lost fish therapy

After losing a big fish I always look up and thank the Father for the opportunity.....check my gear and hook closely, retie in most cases and make another cast. Always in that order and usually it pays off with a bigger opportunity later on. Maybe not that same day but most assuredly I’m afforded an...