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by KlingerNOK
Sun Feb 04, 2024 7:40 am
Forum: Rods
Topic: Recommendations for a hairjig rod
Replies: 13
Views: 53994

Re: Recommendations for a hairjig rod

Don't want to hijack the thread but has anyone compared the Chris Johnston 761MLFS Tatula to an SJR 901(IMX Pro)?
by KlingerNOK
Thu Jan 12, 2023 7:03 am
Forum: Rods
Topic: Tatula 721 MRB
Replies: 0
Views: 9671

Tatula 721 MRB

Anyone have experience with this rod? I have the 701MLRB and love it for jerkbaits up to a Vision 110 but need something for larger baits like a Pointer 100DD and Duo 100DD.
by KlingerNOK
Sun Nov 13, 2022 7:28 am
Forum: Reels
Topic: Bantam, 20 Metanium or ? for NRX+ 873
Replies: 3
Views: 1187

Bantam, 20 Metanium or ? for NRX+ 873

Finally broke down and ordered a NRX+ 873 CRR for pitching jigs. Can't decide between a Bantam or a Metanium to put on it. Due to the exchange rate it's gonna be a JDM, but besides weight is there a reason to choose one over the other? Or is there something else to throw in the mix? Thought also abo...
by KlingerNOK
Wed Sep 14, 2022 11:54 am
Forum: TT Reviews
Topic: A Different Approach : The New Player - Trika Rods
Replies: 3
Views: 1761

Re: A Different Approach : The New Player - Trika Rods

Very curious about these rods. The very sensitive description of the prototype is definitely something I’d like to hear more about.
Also, what size are the guides? I personally have come to hate micro guides.
by KlingerNOK
Sun Jun 19, 2022 8:01 am
Forum: Fishing Line
Topic: What is your primary line setup?
Replies: 18
Views: 19637

Re: What is your primary line setup?

Straight fluoro on most of my setups. I use braid to fluoro on my spinning setups and have tried it on some baitcast setups but I just hate that leader knot going through my guides. I do use braid with a short leader of mono for some topwater fishing to keep the line from fouling often, but it's a s...
by KlingerNOK
Wed Mar 09, 2022 6:31 am
Forum: Rods
Topic: Expride actions
Replies: 5
Views: 2213

Re: Expride actions

Both action and power in comparison to other brands. I like a standard fast action or even mod-fast like my KLX 7’6”H that I use for 3/4+jigs, etc. I’m really looking for something a half step to step below my KLX in power with a fast action. I have an old IMX MB843 and a 7’3” MH fast Sp Ed. Tatula ...
by KlingerNOK
Mon Mar 07, 2022 7:44 pm
Forum: Rods
Topic: Expride actions
Replies: 5
Views: 2213

Expride actions

Looking at getting a new Expride B primarily for 3/8 and 1/2 oz jigs. I am not sure if I want the 7'2"MH or H. Probably gonna pair it with a Metanium. What kind of actions are the Exprides compared to say a 3 power Loomis Mag Bass or Tatula MH? It's so hard to pick a rod without an opportunity to fo...
by KlingerNOK
Sat Jan 22, 2022 9:04 am
Forum: Rods
Topic: Shimano Expride B Spinning Rods
Replies: 31
Views: 10773

Re: Shimano Expride B Spinning Rods

I love the new handle design. I'm also glad they kept it cork too.
A new Expride casting rod was all that was on my radar. After seeing the spinning rods, they're on my list too!
by KlingerNOK
Sun Jan 02, 2022 5:29 pm
Forum: Reels
Topic: Aldebaran 51HG ('15) vs. Curado 71HG MGL
Replies: 6
Views: 2302

Aldebaran 51HG ('15) vs. Curado 71HG MGL

Besides weight, how do these reels compare to each other? Thinking about upgrading one of my Curado 71HG's that I use for jerkbaits and small swimbaits with 10lb fluoro. Basically just have an itch for a new reel and I've never had one of the magnesium reels from Shimano and I have seen some decent ...
by KlingerNOK
Tue Nov 09, 2021 6:19 pm
Forum: General
Topic: Which State would you choose?
Replies: 69
Views: 31320

Re: Which State would you choose?

Considering only the places I have been, It'd be hard to pick one.
Half the year in East Texas, half the year in Northern Michigan would be ideal.
I've only fished one lake in Tennessee, but it does look like a promising location as far as an abundance of options though.
by KlingerNOK
Sun Jul 11, 2021 7:14 am
Forum: Enthusiast & Import Tackle
Topic: Your Path to the Dark Side ...
Replies: 41
Views: 61318

Re: Your Path to the Dark Side ...

Somewhere in the '98-2000 range I took a test ride in a new Skeeter at the Grand Challenge. When the boat driver was showing the compartment layout I noticed these beautiful maroon Curados(actually Scorpions) in the rod locker. With a mischievous grin the guy talked about the JDM stuff he loved. I s...
by KlingerNOK
Sun Jul 11, 2021 6:55 am
Forum: Rods
Topic: To Spiral Or Not to Spiral... what is your preference?
Replies: 52
Views: 71074

Re: To Spiral Or Not to Spiral... what is your preference?

I like my spiral wrapped rods while fishing them but hate the way they tangle up with other rods sitting on the deck of the boat. Maybe if I only had 3-4 rods on the deck at a time they'd be OK, but that is rarely the case.
by KlingerNOK
Tue Jun 22, 2021 6:54 am
Forum: Reels
Topic: Daiwa knock off on Amazon...
Replies: 10
Views: 4131

Re: Daiwa knock off on Amazon...

You did see this reel has 18+1 bearings?(!!!!) 🤣
by KlingerNOK
Sat May 22, 2021 8:31 am
Forum: Hardbaits
Topic: What is your favorite discontinued lure?
Replies: 46
Views: 17295

Re: What is your favorite discontinued lure?

Not necessarily discontinued, but definitely not the way it used to be- the original foiled YoZuri Rattln Vibes.
by KlingerNOK
Mon Mar 29, 2021 7:31 pm
Forum: Rods
Topic: Light action spinning rod suggestions
Replies: 11
Views: 4030

Re: Light action spinning rod suggestions

Thanks for all the suggestions! As much as I wanted to try a Zodias, it sounds like it's a Light+ and I'm looking for a true light or even a wimpy light. The Phenix M1 might be my best bet from the sounds of it due to not wanting to spend $250+ on some of the G Loomis offerings.