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Shimano and G.Loomis Launch Limited Edition Bantam MGL & IMX-Pro Combos

Posted: Wed Oct 30, 2019 1:12 pm
by Cal
Shimano and G.Loomis Launch Limited Edition Bantam MGL & IMX-Pro Combos

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Introduction: For the first time in the two decades that the G.Loomis brand has been part of Shimano the company will soon offer anglers a limited edition combo which includes a limited IMX-PRO rod matched up with the proven performing Bantam MGL baitcasters. This combination is not only designed to be an exclusive offering from select tackle shops but also an incredible value for anglers looking for a premium power fishing combination.

Complete Article: http://www.tackletour.com/previewshiman ... combo.html

Re: Shimano and G.Loomis Launch Limited Edition Bantam MGL & IMX-Pro Combos

Posted: Wed Oct 30, 2019 10:42 pm
by slipperybob
Ooooo...me want. Maybe.

Re: Shimano and G.Loomis Launch Limited Edition Bantam MGL & IMX-Pro Combos

Posted: Thu Oct 31, 2019 3:02 am
by Hulkster
take my money please!

as amazing as this combo is for the price, I am kind of thinking it might have been better to pair the bantam up with one of the newer more 'all around' MBR IMX Pro's like an 843c or 903c would it not?

Re: Shimano and G.Loomis Launch Limited Edition Bantam MGL & IMX-Pro Combos

Posted: Fri Nov 01, 2019 4:05 pm
by Winstondry
Hulkster wrote:
Thu Oct 31, 2019 3:02 am
take my money please!

as amazing as this combo is for the price, I am kind of thinking it might have been better to pair the bantam up with one of the newer more 'all around' MBR IMX Pro's like an 843c or 903c would it not?
Even better price/deal from an online vendor offering an additional 10% off or preorder for the combo.

Re: Shimano and G.Loomis Launch Limited Edition Bantam MGL & IMX-Pro Combos

Posted: Fri Nov 01, 2019 5:11 pm
by fishballer06
This is too good of a deal to pass up. Pre-order placed.

Re: Shimano and G.Loomis Launch Limited Edition Bantam MGL & IMX-Pro Combos

Posted: Fri Nov 01, 2019 8:26 pm
by y2k88
Pre-orderd also :D

good deal

Re: Shimano and G.Loomis Launch Limited Edition Bantam MGL & IMX-Pro Combos

Posted: Sat Nov 02, 2019 12:34 pm
by tmd11111
Preordered my early Christmas gift to myself

Re: Shimano and G.Loomis Launch Limited Edition Bantam MGL & IMX-Pro Combos

Posted: Sun Nov 03, 2019 3:43 pm
by Bronzeye
Anybody know what the guide ring material is for this rod (or if not, for other IMX Pro JWR's)? The material is not specified on the manufacturer's page for this combo or for IMX Pro rods.

Re: Shimano and G.Loomis Launch Limited Edition Bantam MGL & IMX-Pro Combos

Posted: Sun Nov 03, 2019 5:16 pm
by Houndfish
I was one click away from ordering one from ALF, but didn’t do it. If it was an MBR rod I would have but I am very well covered for bottom contact rods.

It’s a hell of a deal and I hope Loomis does more of them. I would jump all over limited editions of some of the discontinued CR and MBR rods.

Re: Shimano and G.Loomis Launch Limited Edition Bantam MGL & IMX-Pro Combos

Posted: Mon Nov 04, 2019 5:28 pm
by tmd11111
Couldn't resist the temptation and ordered a second one yesterday.

Re: Shimano and G.Loomis Launch Limited Edition Bantam MGL & IMX-Pro Combos

Posted: Tue Nov 05, 2019 11:27 pm
by Zander
Bronzeye wrote:
Sun Nov 03, 2019 3:43 pm
Anybody know what the guide ring material is for this rod (or if not, for other IMX Pro JWR's)? The material is not specified on the manufacturer's page for this combo or for IMX Pro rods.
Hi Bronzeye, the IMX-PRO rods make use of Fuji K Frames and alconite class guides.

Re: Shimano and G.Loomis Launch Limited Edition Bantam MGL & IMX-Pro Combos

Posted: Wed Nov 06, 2019 3:47 am
by Bronzeye
Thanks, Zander!

Re: Shimano and G.Loomis Launch Limited Edition Bantam MGL & IMX-Pro Combos

Posted: Sat Nov 09, 2019 9:03 pm
by tmd11111
Got the first one I ordered today. Have to say, the reel is pretty sweet. Puts my Concept A's and Tatula SV TW's to shame. Second one is supposed to arrive Tuesday.