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by Dman
Wed Mar 08, 2023 4:04 pm
Forum: Reels
Topic: 2021 Daiwa Zillion SV TW
Replies: 20
Views: 9736

Re: 2021 Daiwa Zillion SV TW

Thank you for the responses! I already have a couple 2020 Metaniums, Chronarchs, Curados and Scorpions. Never owned a Daiwa but I think I'm going to purchase it! I might just spool with Flurocarbon! I fish a clear reservoir up here in the Northeast so if I use braid I generally go with a longer lead...
by Dman
Tue Mar 07, 2023 6:19 pm
Forum: Reels
Topic: 2021 Daiwa Zillion SV TW
Replies: 20
Views: 9736

2021 Daiwa Zillion SV TW

I'm looking for any feedback on the 2021 Zillion. I'm interested in purchasing this reel and pairing it with an NRX MBR 844C. There seems to be a consensus that these Daiwa reels don't handle leader to braid very well. I would be using 30 lb braid with a 15 lb flurocarbon leader. I tie an FG knot. I...
by Dman
Mon Jul 04, 2022 5:33 am
Forum: Rods
Topic: In search for a light popper and small crank rod
Replies: 18
Views: 4662

Re: In search for a light popper and small crank rod

I concur with MRPao! Expride loads up nicely! I've used it quite a bit for poppers and walking baits and it keeps a high percentage of the fish pinned. I've also use frequently for 3/8 oz 1.5 cranks and it does a nice job of keeping fish pinned!
by Dman
Fri Mar 11, 2022 7:20 pm
Forum: Reels
Topic: Please Help
Replies: 51
Views: 9955

Re: Please Help

JLN is a reputable vender! I ordered a 2020 Metanium MGL about a year ago. When I received the reel there was something wrong with it! I sent the reel back. JLN sent me a brand new Metanium as a replacement! About two weeks after receiving the new reel JLN sent me an email notifying me that the defe...
by Dman
Fri Aug 20, 2021 6:32 pm
Forum: Rods
Topic: 2021 Megabass Levante Diablo Spec R
Replies: 0
Views: 1016

2021 Megabass Levante Diablo Spec R

Just purchased a new 2021 Megabass Levante Spec R off the rack! I've read that it's a versatile rod. The rod feels very light and crisp but I've yet to fish with it. Has anyone had any experience with this rod? What are your thoughts on this rod? Thanks in advance!
by Dman
Wed Jun 09, 2021 4:22 pm
Forum: Enthusiast & Import Tackle
Topic: 2020 JDM Metanium performance
Replies: 7
Views: 2313

Re: 2020 JDM Metanium performance

Thanks to all who responded! I found the issue! Two of the brake pins were stuck! when I freed them it was like a new reel. It casts like a charm now!
by Dman
Wed Jun 09, 2021 1:16 pm
Forum: Enthusiast & Import Tackle
Topic: 2020 JDM Metanium performance
Replies: 7
Views: 2313

Re: 2020 JDM Metanium performance

Yes! They move freely! But I agree. Something is sticking in there! I'm probably going to bring it someplace to be serviced. These kinds of issues shouldn't occur on brand new reels!
by Dman
Wed Jun 09, 2021 6:26 am
Forum: Enthusiast & Import Tackle
Topic: 2020 JDM Metanium performance
Replies: 7
Views: 2313

Re: 2020 JDM Metanium performance

Ok thanks for responding! This is baffling to me! I don't feel real comfortable taking a brand new reel apart. I live in Massachusetts! Is there anyone in this general area who works on Shimano reels? I purchased it from Japan Lure shop. This is actually my second Metanium reel. I returned the first...
by Dman
Wed Jun 09, 2021 5:15 am
Forum: Enthusiast & Import Tackle
Topic: 2020 JDM Metanium performance
Replies: 7
Views: 2313

Re: 2020 JDM Metanium performance

Thank you SSS for responding! Yes, there is plenty of side to side movement when the cast control knob is loosened! On a brake setting of one the lure falls very quickly and I can bomb cast it! On a number two it falls slowly. Three; it barely moves! How do I go about flushing out the gears? Is ther...
by Dman
Tue Jun 08, 2021 6:42 pm
Forum: Enthusiast & Import Tackle
Topic: 2020 JDM Metanium performance
Replies: 7
Views: 2313

2020 JDM Metanium performance

Just a few questions on new 2020 JDM Metanium after unboxing. The spool was very tight when turning the handle. When spinning the handle the spool would only rotate a couple times. I have the spool tension set loose! I set the internal brakes to two off! When I set the external brakes to a number on...
by Dman
Thu Mar 04, 2021 9:17 am
Forum: Rods
Topic: Reviews medium powered rods
Replies: 5
Views: 1715

Re: Reviews medium powered rods

I'm definitely going to check into the GLX MBR and the 852C. Thank you for the information on the St Croix!
by Dman
Wed Mar 03, 2021 8:25 am
Forum: Rods
Topic: Reviews medium powered rods
Replies: 5
Views: 1715

Re: Reviews medium powered rods

Thanks Cal! I did read the review on the Ark medium heavy. Seems like an impressive rod. I do have the Kistler Helium 7'6 medium heavy! I'm not discounting the NRX 852C but it's soo expensive. I've heard good things about the GLX version as well at a cheaper price point!
by Dman
Wed Mar 03, 2021 7:10 am
Forum: Rods
Topic: Reviews medium powered rods
Replies: 5
Views: 1715

Reviews medium powered rods

I'm looking for TT real time reviews on some medium powered casting rods. There is abundant information here on GLoomis NRX,GLX 852C and the medium MBRs as well. There are also a lot of Kistler and Dobyns reviews (example: Champion Extreme 742C S/H). However, there aren't a ton of reviews on some of...
by Dman
Tue Dec 08, 2020 3:26 pm
Forum: Rods
Topic: Kistler rods?
Replies: 95
Views: 32095

Re: Kistler rods?

Same blank! I just ordered a Helium 3.
by Dman
Thu Dec 03, 2020 10:20 am
Forum: Reels
Topic: aldebaran
Replies: 7
Views: 2812

Re: aldebaran

Aluminum! No micro gears ,but according to a review I read very smooth!