I use the 7-6 Hvy H3 for frogs. The Z-Bones will frog but I like them for bottom contact. The 7-6 mh Z-bone is kinda underpowered for frogs. If you're going to frog in the morning and worm later, and want 1 rod, then for sure the 7-3 hvy Z-Bone will fill the bill.

I've been throwing the I-Jack on the new Megabass Destroyer Wild Bunch Carbon Head, among other things. It handles 1 oz range top water baits very nicely. That Valkyrie 71H is an interesting option too... I know how much I enjoy the 71MH version in general. Off topic, are all the MB Valkyrie rods s...

Some goofy a** suggestions here even with subjectivity thrown in :lol: :lol: I've been throwing the I-Jack on the new Megabass Destroyer Wild Bunch Carbon Head, among other things. It handles 1 oz range top water baits very nicely. That Valkyrie 71H is an interesting option too... I know how much I...

I have the old model Zillion TWS The part # for the 100XXS is 6J044505 it's key #63 plate
The part # for the 100HS and 100P are different, so that may be the color.

poisonokie wrote: ↑

Sat Nov 09, 2019 12:25 pm

Is that sideplate aluminum?

Robust super metal housing
Handle side plate, mainframe, brake side set plate metallified, like a round bait.

Just got a new Catalina from TTT. Nice reel.Weighs in 8.62oz. Spool comes in at 20g. 2 bushings under the knobs. The drag clicks when you pull it.

I have one on the way, in 7.3 gear. I have the new model Zillion HD and the new JDM Zillion HLC. Both are really good performers. Don't really need an SV spool for the heavier baits. If the Catalina is as good as these I will be happy. Will post up a pic when it comes in. The price was rite, didn't ...

Been using the Fins Windtamer 10lb. on my Abu LTX, good casting and not a lot of fuss.

https://www.digitaka.com/item.php?item=4560454381958
The 1516 HLC would be a good option, holds a bunch of 50lb. braid and will sling a bigger bait a good way.

1nutinthewater wrote: ↑

Sat Oct 26, 2019 7:11 am

Looking for more line capacity- Spooled with 30# Fireline Ultra 8 it only holds about 60 yards and i know a salmon is going to spool me any day..............

Doesn't sound rite at all, I have 70yds of Sunline Stuter 70 lb. with backing on my Bantam flipping reel.

Hogsticker2 wrote: ↑

Tue Oct 22, 2019 10:53 pm

Are you sure there aren't any thin shims on the knobs, handle posts or bearings? They can be hard to see sometimes.

X2, would check for shims.

DavidSA wrote: ↑

Mon Sep 30, 2019 4:49 pm

You got me excited. I’m hoping the 5 power Zbone has more power then my 894

Yup

I also prefer the full grip, but they are getting few and far between. Hope they do come back around.

I have the 7-6 LE-5 Z-Bone and the CNQ 904. Both are great rods. They are neck and neck as far as sensitivity. With the Z-Bone being on sale, you can't go wrong.

Pastrmka wrote: ↑

Tue Aug 20, 2019 5:03 pm

Looks to be cheaper if you build it yourself, buy reel from digitaka and parts from ktf and you will be ahead even before reselling original parts.

Yea, but then you wouldn't have the cool KTF sticker...LOL