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by Aquaftm45
Sun Feb 25, 2024 1:19 pm
Forum: Rods
Topic: Anyone have any recent experiences with NFC?
Replies: 40
Views: 41628

Re: Anyone have any recent experiences with NFC?

Isn’t there some sort of saying about there is always two sides to every story, or something like that? The shut it comment was too strong, everyone can have an opinion, and it wasn't anything personal against anyone. I'm glad that you have had such a good experience with NFC, but, this is not a on...
by Aquaftm45
Sun Feb 25, 2024 6:15 am
Forum: Show and Tell
Topic: Spinning reel modifications
Replies: 3
Views: 1041

Re: Spinning reel modifications

looks great!
by Aquaftm45
Fri Feb 23, 2024 6:41 am
Forum: Rods
Topic: Anyone have any recent experiences with NFC?
Replies: 40
Views: 41628

Re: Anyone have any recent experiences with NFC?

Long story short: I bought their top Black Widow blank for 350USD. With shipping and customs duties the total cost was 530 USD. Ripped off Daiwas for their AGS guides for this project. The blank arrived broken, with cracks in the tip section. They accepted my warranty claim, but I should send back ...
by Aquaftm45
Thu Feb 15, 2024 1:26 pm
Forum: Reels
Topic: Aldebaran Tough to Dial In?
Replies: 11
Views: 992

Re: Aldebaran Tough to Dial In?

Traded my 50 after 2 weeks of frustration. Never had a problem with any other reel and I have had a lot of different ones.
by Aquaftm45
Thu Feb 08, 2024 9:53 am
Forum: Rods
Topic: Light and Long Cranking Setup
Replies: 10
Views: 1345

Re: Light and Long Cranking Setup

Find a Fenwick Techna GP 7'4L or ML. It's a JDM variation from a few years ago. I've got the L and it's perfect for lures up to 10 grams. Excellent build quality and visually appealing despite being made in China. (as most of thier rods are) They were slotted right below the Super Techna at around 6...
by Aquaftm45
Wed Feb 07, 2024 2:19 pm
Forum: Rods
Topic: Longer, high end, versatile rod suggestions?
Replies: 13
Views: 1679

Re: Longer, high end, versatile rod suggestions?

The Olympic Vigore 7'6 MH might be a good option. Top components and MIJ. I love mine, buy rarely am in an environment to use it..
by Aquaftm45
Thu Jan 25, 2024 11:50 am
Forum: Enthusiast & Import Tackle
Topic: Fun new EG rods and other goodies
Replies: 44
Views: 28282

Re: Fun new EG rods and other goodies

Looks like EG is revising the twist in the Kaleido series with the Quad Stingray 66ML https://www.lurenewsr.com/298802/2/ I've been looking forward to the Kaleido BFS rod, as I love my phase BFS rod and wanted to try their high end offering. Am I misinterpeting the article or does it say that it is...
by Aquaftm45
Tue Jan 23, 2024 4:49 pm
Forum: Enthusiast & Import Tackle
Topic: Fun new EG rods and other goodies
Replies: 44
Views: 28282

Re: Fun new EG rods and other goodies

Looks like EG is revising the twist in the Kaleido series with the Quad Stingray 66ML

https://www.lurenewsr.com/298802/2/
by Aquaftm45
Thu Jan 18, 2024 6:15 am
Forum: TT Reviews
Topic: Phenix Spreads Their Wings Into the Line Market with Hydra Braid
Replies: 4
Views: 2785

Re: Phenix Spreads Their Wings Into the Line Market with Hydra Braid

Good to know that is seems to be a quality line. I'm always wary when a certain type of company (in this case rod builder) magically develops and brings to market a new product. Did they slap together a PE factory, or are they outsourcing and if so where and with whom? Questions I always like to know.
by Aquaftm45
Mon Jan 08, 2024 6:37 am
Forum: Reels
Topic: 2024 Releases/Rumors
Replies: 42
Views: 124236

Re: 2024 Releases/Rumors

Firstoutfisher wrote:
Sun Jan 07, 2024 8:06 pm
I'd be more excited for a new antares. I've wanted one for a while but have shyed away from it because it is so old. I feel like the minute I pick an old model up a new one will be released.
Going to be hard to improve upon the A70, that reel is the ticket and I'm not even a Shimano guy.
by Aquaftm45
Mon Dec 18, 2023 2:28 pm
Forum: General
Topic: Product News
Replies: 8
Views: 5016

Re: Product News

Glad I could be of help!
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by Aquaftm45
Sat Dec 16, 2023 3:29 pm
Forum: General
Topic: Product News
Replies: 8
Views: 5016

Re: Product News

How you finding the durability on them to be? As a terminal nerd with mild ocd I'm always looking for better ways to organize. I've had one for around a year, (think the XL) that I keep all of my small trout stuff in, (split rings, snaps, spoons, etc) So far it has proven to be a little tank. There...
by Aquaftm45
Fri Dec 15, 2023 3:58 am
Forum: Enthusiast & Import Tackle
Topic: Evergreen Spider Spin
Replies: 12
Views: 5074

Re: Evergreen Spider Spin

I really want this rod. I have been checking all the usual places for evergreen rods for the past several weeks and no one has these in stock. Was wondering if someone here could maybe help me hunt one down? Maybe I am not looking in the right places. I wanted to have one before next spring but wit...
by Aquaftm45
Thu Dec 14, 2023 6:14 am
Forum: Enthusiast & Import Tackle
Topic: What's the most you would pay for a used rod?
Replies: 14
Views: 4977

Re: What's the most you would pay for a used rod?

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The one I saw was about 4+ times that!
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The one I originally posted is an actual sale. Here is an active listing for one in excellent condition. Probobly $260 TYD
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by Aquaftm45
Thu Dec 14, 2023 5:27 am
Forum: Enthusiast & Import Tackle
Topic: What's the most you would pay for a used rod?
Replies: 14
Views: 4977

Re: What's the most you would pay for a used rod?

I saw a rod on frakebrooch group for over $400. The rod was introduced in about 2005 by one of the Big 5 JDM rod companies. It appears to be in excellent condition. Not for investment purposes or antique value but to actually fish with. Just curiosity. Thanks What is the specific rod and someone ca...