Thanks guys, just ordered the knobs and bearings from tackle trap. That way I wont have to rape and pilliage my core handle. :) Does anyone have much info on the Hawgtech handles,weight,durabillity, comfort? Mix and match Have hawgtech corks on core100mg7 handle and larger shimanomseptons on hawgte...

I've had really good luck with Shimano Stradic CI4s and Symetre! Been using them for a couple years.

From my experience with cleaning my stock Core bearings, they turned out great. I soak them in a container of lighter fluid and use an ultrasonic cleaner. Sometimes I will hold the container on the air pump while it is pressurizing up. That actually works better than the ultrasonic cleaner. The tri...

cndbasshunter wrote:I have the 765 CB glass and i use it for cranks up to 20ft. no problem. i wouldnt use it for lipless as i prefer a faster rod.

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civicrr wrote:

wiscmike wrote:Champion 733 or 734

I use my DX744 and 734 also, great choices!

DX 742 all the way!

Robo's all the way...

Watch youtube videos and patience, ¼ ounce sinker with a circle hook and some robo worms. My setup consist of a Dobyns DX742 paired with a core 51e and 8lb. P-line.

I'm siding with Jerry C and Tim. There are just too many variables.

pros: holds beaver-style baits very well and makes them last longer con: causes salt-heavy stick baits to tear where the hook reenters the bait and good through to the other side after a fish or two con: the twistlocks cannot be used with elaztech-type plastics I have found the same results as you ...

smalliesteve wrote:I think the last thing I need is someone telling me I do need something else.

That's good! Well said.

I use the DX702 and like it so much I have two of them. That being said, I like Megabass rods and the XX Dropshot looks really sweet. I am interested to hear from someone who has both and how they compare in action and sensativity. Me too, but I have the Champion version of the 702 paired with stra...

smalliesteve wrote:I'm willing to bet that it's the angle you're putting in the rod. If the tip goes past 90 degrees you're "high sticking" no matter which way the rod is pointing. IMHO that's what breaks a healthy rod not force. Keep it at 90 and you can lean on 'em hard.

Hmmm, Good point!!!

The dobyns champion 702s is a GREAT "option". :whistle: I agree. :D I fished/owned the previous generation Cumara, LTB & the current Champions. Cumara didn't do it for me. Nice stick that felt light & sensitive. It just didn't 'feel' right to me. Fished both the Dropshot (6'9" ML, fast) & Finesse (...

aprestonSEK wrote:

thelatrobe33 wrote:Graphite ratings are all pretty much nonsense. The best answer is probably "Chinese grade"

Great answer

LOL!!!