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by Chode
Sat Apr 08, 2023 6:46 pm
Forum: Show and Tell
Topic: I just bought me a new 3.0:1 cranking reel.
Replies: 18
Views: 7345

Re: I just bought me a new 3.0:1 cranking reel.

I bought the rod on eBay for around $80 shipped from Japan and fortunately for me, the seller pays return shipping because I'm returning it because all of the guides are crooked. https://i.postimg.cc/Hn9F2T4v/AB8-BD421-7-ACA-4-F06-A175-51-E8129-AA026.jpg It's not crooked. It's spiral wrapped :lol:
by Chode
Fri Apr 07, 2023 1:34 pm
Forum: Reels
Topic: New Steez A II vs High End Shimano’s
Replies: 83
Views: 33055

Re: New Steez A II vs High End Shimano’s

Imho, if anyone says either one is superior to the other, then they are splitting hairs. There is plenty to like about either brand and it comes down to personal preference. I'm a Daiwa guy, because I like consistent control. This comes at the price of a slightly lessened distance, which Im ok with...
by Chode
Thu Apr 06, 2023 7:45 pm
Forum: Reels
Topic: New Steez A II vs High End Shimano’s
Replies: 83
Views: 33055

Re: New Steez A II vs High End Shimano’s

Imho, if anyone says either one is superior to the other, then they are splitting hairs. There is plenty to like about either brand and it comes down to personal preference. I'm a Daiwa guy, because I like consistent control. This comes at the price of a slightly lessened distance, which Im ok with...
by Chode
Sun Mar 19, 2023 4:18 pm
Forum: Enthusiast & Import Tackle
Topic: 2023 Steez “Real Control” Rods
Replies: 122
Views: 319849

Re: 2023 Steez “Real Control” Rods

Following
by Chode
Mon Mar 13, 2023 8:49 pm
Forum: Rods
Topic: Tatula Signature Series
Replies: 152
Views: 68976

Re: Tatula Signature Series

4g63power wrote:
Mon Mar 13, 2023 8:35 pm
Here is with zillion sv tw. The handle is a lil short, i would have liked an extra inch in length.

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oh wow, that's actually really good given its length. thx for the photo
by Chode
Mon Mar 13, 2023 3:48 pm
Forum: Rods
Topic: Tatula Signature Series
Replies: 152
Views: 68976

Re: Tatula Signature Series

4g63power wrote:
Fri Mar 10, 2023 12:10 pm
Couldn't help myself and picked up a Cory Johnston 75MH model.
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Would it bother you to post a pic of the balancing point? It'd be much appreciated
by Chode
Tue Feb 14, 2023 8:13 pm
Forum: Jigs/Spinner/Buzzbaits
Topic: “Finesse” flipping jigs
Replies: 17
Views: 10813

Re: “Finesse” flipping jigs

nishine finesse jigs
by Chode
Tue Feb 14, 2023 7:20 pm
Forum: Rods
Topic: Bottom Contact Rod!
Replies: 27
Views: 6905

Re: Bottom Contact Rod!

I fish mainly G-Loomis/Shimano rods. I need a rod for swing heads for catching smallmouth. I fish in deep water and fast rivers. Head weights range from 1/2- 1oz, but 3/4 is my comfort zone on 17-20lb fluorocarbon. Water depth ranges from 10-50 feet. What rod would you recommend? I would prefer tha...
by Chode
Sun Feb 05, 2023 5:53 pm
Forum: Enthusiast & Import Tackle
Topic: Megabass 2023 Orochi X 10 rods
Replies: 81
Views: 43910

Re: Megabass 2023 Orochi X 10 rods

Fishing4Fun wrote:
Sun Feb 05, 2023 9:53 am
Organic? Great finally a rod free of herbicides, pesticides, non-gmo and grass fed. Been looking for this all of my life
:lol: =))))
by Chode
Tue Jan 31, 2023 11:07 am
Forum: Rods
Topic: Have you preordered a mb p5 destroyer?
Replies: 81
Views: 35627

Re: Have you preordered a mb p5 destroyer?

P5 FMJ fit and finish is a 10/10 as expected but: 1. Stiffer tip than anticipated 2. More tip heavy than anticipated Ice fishing now so no on-the-water review from me anytime soon. Curado 70 mgl xg on the rod https://i.imgur.com/vCxiirs.jpg https://i.imgur.com/ZZhGvzo.jpg gotcha. thx a lot for the ...
by Chode
Mon Jan 30, 2023 8:27 pm
Forum: TT Reviews
Topic: The Highest Example – The Edge Epitome Rods from Gary Loomis
Replies: 160
Views: 57556

Re: The Highest Example – The Edge Epitome Rods from Gary Loomis

Drakestar wrote:
Mon Jan 30, 2023 8:07 pm
Chode wrote:
Mon Jan 30, 2023 4:31 pm
Hey drakestar thx for the review. I was wondering, is your Ultima the'22 version?
Yes. I don't have the `16.
Ty sir! Really looking forward to the comparison
by Chode
Mon Jan 30, 2023 4:31 pm
Forum: TT Reviews
Topic: The Highest Example – The Edge Epitome Rods from Gary Loomis
Replies: 160
Views: 57556

Re: The Highest Example – The Edge Epitome Rods from Gary Loomis

Went to the fishery and spot where I used to fish my Kistler 7'3" LMH a ton before (the X-ray blank version with the same ratings as the Epitome blank). I'm sold on this rod. It's not an upgrade in sensitivity, but it's not a downgrade, either (and it's lighter). Did some finesse ballhead jigging a...
by Chode
Mon Jan 30, 2023 3:15 pm
Forum: Rods
Topic: Have you preordered a mb p5 destroyer?
Replies: 81
Views: 35627

Re: Have you preordered a mb p5 destroyer?

gopokes12 wrote:
Mon Jan 30, 2023 7:54 am
NOLRAMB wrote:
Fri Jan 27, 2023 1:15 pm
How's the FMJ balance with something like a Steez A?
It feels perfect with a Steez A. With the finger thing it balances on the wrapping right above the locknut but I don’t have much line on the reel rn.
if possible, do u mind posting a pic? thx
by Chode
Wed Jan 25, 2023 7:39 pm
Forum: Enthusiast & Import Tackle
Topic: Gamakatsu Luxxe Zephyros
Replies: 13
Views: 2849

Re: Gamakatsu Luxxe Zephyros

PBP wrote:
Wed Jan 25, 2023 6:56 pm
Does anyone have any idea what is the action of Luxxe Zephyros B68ML-RF? I am not sure I understand what RF( I assume it is regular fast?) means?
maybe RF = ridiculously fast kinda like ludicrous mode on a tesla :lol:
by Chode
Wed Jan 25, 2023 7:38 pm
Forum: Enthusiast & Import Tackle
Topic: 2023 Metanium 100
Replies: 10
Views: 3352

Re: 2023 Metanium 100

Looks to me Shimano is just releasing the USDM spec reel in Japan and giving it a new name? US/JDM spool sizes are the same. But the US model has a slightly longer handle. But that would be hilarious if they did that, albeit not much more hilarious than releasing the same reel with a different spoo...