Reel: Shimano Core
Rod: G Loomis 873 CRR

Just ordered the Wild Bunch this morning. Looks beautiful and sounds like it is exactly what i'm looking for.

I completely forgot to look at the JDM Destroyer lineup. That rod sounds like it may be the ticket. Thanks for the input guys.

I've been very pleased with my Chronarch MGL which is mounted on a Gen 1 Megabass Spinnerbait Special. The reel has been a real pleasure to fish with. I use that combo for single hook applications, topwater, and some lighter t-rigs.

Candidates: Megabass Valdivia, Megabass Orochi Tour Versatile (Gen 2), or a GLX 844c. I want to get a heavy powered rod that would be versatile not just for bottom contact applications. i.e mid sized swimbaits like the 6 inch magdraft, frogs, and larger topwater. Rod would be used in open water situ...

I still use my Chronarch D7, Chronarch 200E5, and the Cores

New whopper plopper (75) is debuting at ICAST according to tactical bassin website

I really want one the super diablo but my mind tells me to just buy the Destroyer Daemos. Any thoughts... Can I justify the price point between the two for single hook moving applications and some t rig?

Just looked at their website and no info yet...a new line of the ultra mbx rods are also coming out

Thinking about purchasing the 200 size Calcutta Conquest. Will this reel be suitable for large cranks like 10xd/ lucky craft mag skt? Would appreciate any owners thoughts on this reel.