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by jerkbait22
Wed Jan 26, 2022 7:02 pm
Forum: Reels
Topic: Zillion TW HD ‘22
Replies: 202
Views: 56850

Re: Zillion TW HD ‘22

I ended up buying one but will probably use it for cranking or paddle tails because of the line cap issue. I wish there were more options similar to the 1520 HD.

Want a low profile around 9-10oz with a IPT around 30. Only thing I can find is the Lews super duty 300.
by jerkbait22
Sun Jan 16, 2022 5:24 am
Forum: Reels
Topic: Zillion TW HD ‘22
Replies: 202
Views: 56850

Re: Zillion TW HD ‘22

goldrod wrote:
Sat Jan 15, 2022 3:58 pm
jerkbait22 wrote:
Sat Jan 15, 2022 3:44 pm
How is casting performance? I’m a shimano guy but think I’m in for one of these.
“Effortless “

Out of the box but I’m flipping pitching punching 3/4 weight and a crawfather from missile baits
Can you see using one for swimbaits from 1-3oz?
by jerkbait22
Sat Jan 15, 2022 3:44 pm
Forum: Reels
Topic: Zillion TW HD ‘22
Replies: 202
Views: 56850

Re: Zillion TW HD ‘22

How is casting performance? I’m a shimano guy but think I’m in for one of these.
by jerkbait22
Fri Jan 14, 2022 6:39 am
Forum: Reels
Topic: Seriously still no news about new '22 reels?
Replies: 91
Views: 23902

Re: Seriously still no news about new '22 reels?

Kimbro1014 wrote:
Fri Jan 14, 2022 4:14 am
Hogsticker2 wrote:
Thu Jan 13, 2022 10:04 pm
Bring back 3D braking! While you're at it, how about a 22 Tdz throwback 🤗
I’d like to see a flat black Zillion with matte charcoal grey hood.
The new Zillion HD is exactly that...
by jerkbait22
Thu Jan 13, 2022 4:09 am
Forum: Reels
Topic: Seriously still no news about new '22 reels?
Replies: 91
Views: 23902

Re: Seriously still no news about new '22 reels?

TravisNY wrote:
Wed Jan 12, 2022 5:42 pm
AlexMillan wrote:
Wed Jan 12, 2022 12:00 pm
Hi! The awaiting is drivin me nuts! No news or even rumors about new Stella or Exist? What about Z2020 or Ryoga for example? Should be improved with SVBoost and Hyperdrive!
Hang in there.

Soon.
Hopefully at the Japan shows coming up in Feburary? Or sooner?
by jerkbait22
Sat Jan 08, 2022 4:01 am
Forum: Swimbait Fishing
Topic: All around swimbait reel for Levante Leviathan?
Replies: 10
Views: 3350

Re: All around swimbait reel for Levante Leviathan?

I ended up buying the new gen Leviathan. Reel still up in the air. I was scoping the new Zillion HD but not sure if it will have enough line cap? The Antares MD DC looks freaking awesome and would probably keep me throwing swimbaits for longer just for the fun factor but it only has a little more li...
by jerkbait22
Sat Jan 01, 2022 6:41 am
Forum: Swimbait Fishing
Topic: Jointed Claw Shift - better than standard JC?
Replies: 7
Views: 2419

Re: Jointed Claw Shift - better than standard JC?

I haven't fished the SlideSwimmer 175 much, only the 250. Similarly with the Jointed Claw, I actually throw the 230 more than the 178. Regardless, the swim on the Slide Swimmer and Jointed Claw are different, so I'd still make your decision based on the target waters. Sounds like you're talking you...
by jerkbait22
Fri Dec 31, 2021 7:04 pm
Forum: Swimbait Fishing
Topic: Jointed Claw Shift - better than standard JC?
Replies: 7
Views: 2419

Re: Jointed Claw Shift - better than standard JC?

the Shift swims tighter and doesn't glide wide like the standard JC.. the "float" still sinks, just not as quickly as the slow sink. I actually prefer the sinking version of the JC unless i'm in skinny water like 5' or less... if you need to fish over the top of weeds with maybe 2' of water above t...
by jerkbait22
Fri Dec 31, 2021 2:04 pm
Forum: Swimbait Fishing
Topic: Jointed Claw Shift - better than standard JC?
Replies: 7
Views: 2419

Jointed Claw Shift - better than standard JC?

I’m getting into swimbaits and was going to get a jointed claw 178, possibly the floater because I’ve seen people say the SS sinks too fast. Then I came across the new “Shift” 183 which is also a floater and can be burned similar to the balam. Has anyone fished this bait yet? Should I go for the shi...
by jerkbait22
Sun Dec 26, 2021 4:44 am
Forum: Hardbaits
Topic: Cold versus warm water jerkbaits
Replies: 13
Views: 4913

Re: Cold versus warm water jerkbaits

110 is typically the first I tie on and is my confidence jerkbait for sure. This fall I actually did better on a junior since the bait was smaller. Personally I’ve never had much luck with jerkbaits in the summer, it’s typically just a spring and fall bite for me. The one bait I have caught some fis...
by jerkbait22
Mon Dec 20, 2021 3:37 pm
Forum: Swimbait Fishing
Topic: Swimbait rod recs for 1-4oz, under 7’7
Replies: 13
Views: 8323

Swimbait rod recs for 1-4oz, under 7’7

Looking to get my first swimbait rod. I was originally going to do the levante leviathan, but since I only plan to throw 1-4oz, primarily 1-3oz, I’m wondering if it makes more sense to go with a lighter powered rod so I can pair it up with a 200 sized reel. Biggest bait I plan to throw is a Deps bul...
by jerkbait22
Mon Dec 20, 2021 3:15 pm
Forum: Swimbait Fishing
Topic: All around swimbait reel for Levante Leviathan?
Replies: 10
Views: 3350

Re: All around swimbait reel for Levante Leviathan?

I think I can get enough line cap on a 200 sized reel with 20lb mono. I plan to use either 20lb mono or braid to leader. This makes me wonder if I should downsize to a lighter/smaller swimbait rod since I don’t plan to throw over 4oz. I think I will make a new post.
by jerkbait22
Sun Dec 19, 2021 3:08 pm
Forum: Swimbait Fishing
Topic: All around swimbait reel for Levante Leviathan?
Replies: 10
Views: 3350

Re: All around swimbait reel for Levante Leviathan?

thanks I did read that article. I don’t see myself graduating to 250 size baits because the biggest bass in my area in the northeast are 6-7lbs. My PB is a heavy 5. So max I would throw maybe is 4oz. I do want a reel that will balance the rod and hence the dilemma. I guess I’d be open to other rods ...
by jerkbait22
Sun Dec 19, 2021 12:20 pm
Forum: Swimbait Fishing
Topic: All around swimbait reel for Levante Leviathan?
Replies: 10
Views: 3350

All around swimbait reel for Levante Leviathan?

I’m planning to pick up the Levante Leviathan as my first swimbait stick when I can find one in stock. I’m trying to figure out what reel I should pair with it. I plan to fish a wide variety of baits, from wakebaits to glidebaits, 6” citizens and 6” mag drafts. I’m in the NE so I don’t plan on throw...
by jerkbait22
Sun Dec 05, 2021 9:19 am
Forum: Hardbaits
Topic: Dep evoke zero
Replies: 10
Views: 3153

Re: Dep evoke zero

Anyone fish it yet?