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by Johnny A
Wed Mar 27, 2024 5:28 am
Forum: Enthusiast & Import Tackle
Topic: Midstrolling
Replies: 6
Views: 155

Re: Midstrolling

RAID has a few videos on that internet video website. I'm finding with RAID, the casting rods are very versatile, the spinning rods are very technique specific. I tried the Power Nose, excelling hanging jig rod, isn't perfect for strolling. I was going to try the Stride for that because very clear w...
by Johnny A
Sun Mar 24, 2024 7:52 am
Forum: Fishing Line
Topic: Varivas Avani Casting PE SMP Super Max Power x8
Replies: 0
Views: 85

Varivas Avani Casting PE SMP Super Max Power x8

I bought a new JDM Daiwa Steez Stratofortress rod. Line specs for this particular rods are up to PE 5. According to my research, Varivas Avani Casting PE Max Power X8 300m has a strength up to 78lb test. Nylon is 14-30lb test. The rod is 6'8" H. I've used up to 50lb braid for frogs. Does this sound ...
by Johnny A
Fri Mar 15, 2024 11:49 am
Forum: Enthusiast & Import Tackle
Topic: Raid Japan Rods
Replies: 22
Views: 8542

Re: Raid Japan Rods

I've got 3 RAID rods. 1 Spinning 2 Casting - Joker and the Baltaro Tell us about the Joker and Baltoro. I only know of them from the brief description on a site selling them. All around rods? Technique specific? How would them compare to the MB P5 line or the Shimano Exprides? I wouldn't call eithe...
by Johnny A
Wed Feb 21, 2024 4:44 am
Forum: Enthusiast & Import Tackle
Topic: Raid Japan Rods
Replies: 22
Views: 8542

Re: Raid Japan Rods

I've got 3 RAID rods. 1 Spinning 2 Casting - Joker and the Baltaro Tell us about the Joker and Baltoro. I only know of them from the brief description on a site selling them. All around rods? Technique specific? How would them compare to the MB P5 line or the Shimano Exprides? I wouldn't call eithe...
by Johnny A
Thu Jan 04, 2024 7:43 am
Forum: Enthusiast & Import Tackle
Topic: WHY are there no short enthusiast pitching sticks?!?!
Replies: 50
Views: 78020

Re: WHY are there no short enthusiast pitching sticks?!?!

Thanks to all! KP, thanks .. that Fast-to-Slow taper on Harrier & regular fast on the Glorius concerns me as I'm looking for a US fast to x-fast. Dragon1, the Grand Cobra's lure listing including bladed jigs and crankbaits concerns me that it won't be at least US fast in taper. I agree this Evergre...
by Johnny A
Thu Dec 28, 2023 4:36 pm
Forum: Enthusiast & Import Tackle
Topic: WHY are there no short enthusiast pitching sticks?!?!
Replies: 50
Views: 78020

Re: WHY are there no short enthusiast pitching sticks?!?!

Where are the fast to extra-fast enthusiast-level heavy pitching sticks less than 7'? Preferably 6'8" to 6'10" for tip-down frog walking with very high sensitivity to detect light jig pickups. Prior threads mentioned Fuego, Tatula, and Mojo Bass, but I'm looking for far more sensitivity. Also, opti...
by Johnny A
Wed Dec 27, 2023 1:15 am
Forum: Rods
Topic: Who is the MOST over rated ?
Replies: 233
Views: 488031

Re: Who is the MOST over rated ?

Dirty Secrets of PE firms and what they have done to destroy the fishing industry: https://youtu.be/7cX7MzrK-_s?si=Gk7LCD7iky65P_wS I'm not a big YT person since Jenna Marbles left the scene but I watched before and it's right on! I'm not a big fan of Mom and Pops either though. They take care of t...
by Johnny A
Tue Dec 26, 2023 4:50 pm
Forum: Enthusiast & Import Tackle
Topic: WHY are there no short enthusiast pitching sticks?!?!
Replies: 50
Views: 78020

Re: WHY are there no short enthusiast pitching sticks?!?!

The G-Ax by MB was 6'7" but that was a long time ago ...
by Johnny A
Tue Dec 26, 2023 11:14 am
Forum: Rods
Topic: Who is the MOST over rated ?
Replies: 233
Views: 488031

Re: Who is the MOST over rated ?

Dirty Secrets of PE firms and what they have done to destroy the fishing industry: https://youtu.be/7cX7MzrK-_s?si=Gk7LCD7iky65P_wS I'm not a big YT person since Jenna Marbles left the scene but I watched before and it's right on! I'm not a big fan of Mom and Pops either though. They take care of t...
by Johnny A
Mon Dec 25, 2023 6:20 am
Forum: Rods
Topic: Who is the MOST over rated ?
Replies: 233
Views: 488031

Re: Who is the MOST over rated ?

4. Capital companies and private equity firms have destroyed more tackle companies and ruined the fishing industry than PETA. This is the one that gets me the most. My case in point, Abu Garcia. They were the absolute best when it came to innovation, aesthetics, and build quality up until Pure Fish...
by Johnny A
Sun Dec 24, 2023 6:30 am
Forum: Rods
Topic: Who is the MOST over rated ?
Replies: 233
Views: 488031

Re: Who is the MOST over rated ?

Coming back for Round 2 ... After serious thought and 20+ years as a tackle enthusiast, a few observations: 1. ALL rod manufacturers have at least 1 over rated rod in their product line up. In my personal experience, the LEAST over rated would be Evergreen-International. They had a few that didn't f...
by Johnny A
Sun Dec 24, 2023 6:11 am
Forum: Rods
Topic: Who is the MOST over rated ?
Replies: 233
Views: 488031

Re: Who is the MOST over rated ?

hoohoorjoo wrote:
Mon Jul 27, 2020 4:17 pm
tmd11111 wrote:
Mon Jul 27, 2020 4:06 pm
russ57 wrote:
Sun Jul 26, 2020 1:33 pm
Dobyns
But they have a heck of a fanboy following on Facebook
So does Chrysler. :lol:
MOPAR, Baby!
by Johnny A
Sat Dec 23, 2023 3:45 pm
Forum: Enthusiast & Import Tackle
Topic: 2023 Steez “Real Control” Rods
Replies: 122
Views: 316422

Re: 2023 Steez “Real Control” Rods

The RC 7'3" H looked interesting, especially with Fujita calling it the "maniac's rod", but it's long for me (kayak). I ended up looking at the 6'10" Medium Fast Casting 85g 3/16 - 3/4oz which Fujita mentions using for jerkbaits, poppers, squarebills, and some spinnerbaits (smaller I'm assuming). I...
by Johnny A
Fri Dec 22, 2023 5:15 am
Forum: Enthusiast & Import Tackle
Topic: Backlash Japan
Replies: 2
Views: 2421

Re: Backlash Japan

reputable but I don't buy much from them. I recently got a rod from them and it went well. They itemized everything which is a good thing.
by Johnny A
Sun Dec 17, 2023 3:43 pm
Forum: Hardbaits
Topic: Do You still Use Lures that You Bought, When You're a Kid?
Replies: 14
Views: 4763

Re: Do You still Use Lures that You Bought, When You're a Kid?

Tabu Tiny Tim out of production BUT RAID Japan has a similiar bait that I used for a trailer on finesse jig
https://www.bassfan.com/docktalk_articl ... :-tiny-tim