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by Aquaftm45
Wed Jan 16, 2019 8:50 am
Forum: Reels
Topic: 2019 Daiwa Morethan PE 1000 TW
Replies: 332
Views: 177627

Re: 2019 Daiwa Morethan PE 1000 TW

Nice find! A big slap in the face for the doubters and misinformed speculators.... As an FYI, in a previous post the author of that teardown speculated that SH weight difference was due to an Aluminum gear. Should we have been smacking him around? https://uo-log.com/morethanpetwreview/ Hyper digige...
by Aquaftm45
Mon Jan 14, 2019 9:10 am
Forum: Enthusiast & Import Tackle
Topic: Evergreen 2019
Replies: 5
Views: 4428

Evergreen 2019

Some pretty cool stuff bieng introduced by Evergreen ahead of the Japan shows.

What appears to be a GT-R BFS rod for those with deep pockets. Bunch of other goodies.

https://www.evergreen-fishing.com/news_ ... _japan.php
by Aquaftm45
Sat Jan 12, 2019 8:43 am
Forum: Reels
Topic: New Tatula100
Replies: 46
Views: 26698

Re: New Tatula100

trevor60 wrote: He is switching to the tatula 100 as his work horse reel over the steez A tw...

Trevor

He drew the short straw.
by Aquaftm45
Thu Jan 10, 2019 5:40 am
Forum: Maintenance & SuperTuning Q&A
Topic: Aerosal Spray for Cleaning Bearings
Replies: 110
Views: 42585

Re: Aerosal Spray for Cleaning Bearings

ShimanoFan wrote:.....

...I am a reel repair guy, that doesn't make any difference...
You should use this as your signature. :whistle:
by Aquaftm45
Tue Jan 08, 2019 1:37 pm
Forum: Enthusiast & Import Tackle
Topic: ZPI Reel?
Replies: 105
Views: 55709

Re: ZPI Reel?

..."We have a lot of orders for arkady selene and rod. We currently have a lot of orders at a time, and the fax line is going to be hard to connect. I'm sorry for your loss."... Their most recent Facebook Post (translated). Looks like someone is willing to buy them. One thing to keep in mind. Lews a...
by Aquaftm45
Tue Jan 08, 2019 9:16 am
Forum: Reels
Topic: HLC spool for 3/8 oz baits?
Replies: 4
Views: 2465

Re: HLC spool for 3/8 oz baits?

Most of the water I fish now is very clear. Long casts are imperative. The bait I use most, 3/8 One's Bug. Would the HLC spool be effective? Thanks The HLC (1514 anyway) will cast certain 3/8th ounce baits very well with the right rod. But not a 3/8th ounce lure with a lot of mass like the One's Bu...
by Aquaftm45
Tue Jan 08, 2019 8:34 am
Forum: Enthusiast & Import Tackle
Topic: Mail Call
Replies: 82
Views: 39917

Re: Mail Call

Daiwa Gustanado 110S spybait Free shipping-delivery from Japan, know Kubota production manager who travels to Japan once a month, and just order everything from sites like backlash.jp, ameblo.jp, bass.jp to his home address. Great haul Cracker! I need to find a friend in Japan, maybe I can rent one...
by Aquaftm45
Mon Jan 07, 2019 5:20 pm
Forum: Ultralight and BFS Fishing
Topic: Tict UTR-68-TOR The Answer
Replies: 14
Views: 8487

Re: Tict UTR-68-TOR The Answer

The Answer. Currently pairing it with a Shimano Soare C2000SSPG with a Tict CBS Spool S22, mama mia it's perfect :D https://i.ibb.co/K7xtS8G/20190107-220059.jpg Well done Rusty, Awsome setup! Anyone who puts quality fishing tackle above the need for a bedframe is my kind of fisherman. You take a pa...
by Aquaftm45
Mon Jan 07, 2019 4:56 pm
Forum: Enthusiast & Import Tackle
Topic: Mail Call
Replies: 82
Views: 39917

Re: Mail Call

Finally got this handle installed...all I can say is Bigly (or Big League).. rsz_1bigly.jpg The nice thing about that handle is that the Battler/Poker combo now balances on the lockdown nut, it was very tip forward even with that reel at 8oz with line. Feels much better in hand now. On to the other...
by Aquaftm45
Mon Jan 07, 2019 1:50 pm
Forum: Enthusiast & Import Tackle
Topic: Mail Call
Replies: 82
Views: 39917

Re: Mail Call

Finally got this handle installed...all I can say is Bigly (or Big League)..
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by Aquaftm45
Sun Jan 06, 2019 10:14 pm
Forum: Ultralight and BFS Fishing
Topic: Big Eyed Scad
Replies: 10
Views: 5765

Re: Big Eyed Scad

Great story Rusty and sweet setup! Keep them coming, we love to hear fishing reports from Singapore, Denmark and all parts of the world.
by Aquaftm45
Sun Jan 06, 2019 9:45 pm
Forum: Rods
Topic: What’s your 2019 Rod to have?
Replies: 61
Views: 31701

Re: What’s your 2019 Rod to have?

I’ve been reading a bit about these rods: http://www.i-s-makers.com/products/rod/infinite-blade/ I became interested in this blend of carbon and glass after positive experience with varkarie. Seems like ISm might be doing something similar to what you’re describing for these new zephs. Congrats on ...
by Aquaftm45
Sun Jan 06, 2019 12:47 pm
Forum: Rods
Topic: What’s your 2019 Rod to have?
Replies: 61
Views: 31701

Re: What’s your 2019 Rod to have?

The JDM Ugly Stick was out of my price range so I might have to settle for this... Luxxe Zephyos.jpg http://www.gamakatsu.co.jp/client/product/showDetail?itemCode=24547 They really need fire their entire rod nameing department. If you’re getting their whole line up, don’t forget to pick up a some o...
by Aquaftm45
Sun Jan 06, 2019 10:35 am
Forum: Reels
Topic: Shimano vs Daiwa vs Megabass...reels
Replies: 2
Views: 2165

Re: Shimano vs Daiwa vs Megabass...reels

Daiwa Morethan Daiwa Battler (with HLC Spool) Megabass IS UC (with ZPI M Spool) Steez A (with MB Honeycomb Spool and HH Air Bearings) Steez Limited Daiwa HLC Tatula SLP Lin 10 Mars (Havent really used yet, but nicest to look at) Megabass Red Galaxy (see above) and when i have too... Daiwa 15' Exist ...
by Aquaftm45
Sun Jan 06, 2019 10:25 am
Forum: Enthusiast & Import Tackle
Topic: Megabass Valkyrie Rods
Replies: 144
Views: 73254

Re: Megabass Valkyrie Rods

I got the 7’1” heavy in and I’m glad I went in this direction for sure. I know someone mentioned that the adjustable handle seemed more of a gimmick and I think that it’s definitely not. IMHO the handle is what gives the rod versatility and balance. I put a Steez SV on it but not with an SV spool. ...