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by haoz
Thu Oct 09, 2014 10:24 pm
Forum: TT Reviews
Topic: The Search for One : Shimano/Jackall's Biwako Versatile X
Replies: 4
Views: 4797

Re: The Search for One : Shimano/Jackall's Biwako Versatile

not awkward at all. if you ever have to take public transport in the city, you would definitely appreciate the shorter length when the handle is disassembled. that said, my rushburn came with some elastic band that has one half of the velcro thing, so you can secure the blank and handle together if ...
by haoz
Wed Feb 19, 2014 4:55 pm
Forum: TT Reviews
Topic: Welcome Back Shimano : The 2013 Metanium
Replies: 13
Views: 9919

Re: Welcome Back Shimano : The 2013 Metanium

there is slight play in my handle, in & out of the reel. No backplay for mine.

does anybody know if I can cure this by adding in a washer or 2, or by changing handle?
by haoz
Mon Feb 17, 2014 9:08 am
Forum: TT Reviews
Topic: Welcome Back Shimano : The 2013 Metanium
Replies: 13
Views: 9919

Re: Welcome Back Shimano : The 2013 Metanium

Nice review, you are right on about the casting range, but try swapping out the brake blocks from all red to all white and see what happens. 8-) Oh and Shimano came out with a shallow and deep spool options for the Metanium at the same time the reel came out :) X2. I swapped out the red blocks for ...
by haoz
Thu Apr 04, 2013 7:13 pm
Forum: TT Reviews
Topic: TackleTour Re-Calibrated Rating System
Replies: 13
Views: 11789

Re: New rod/reel rating system

Just felt that the new rating system seem to perhaps be missing something... Weight :?: ... this is one of the factors under "Design & Ergonomics" for both the rods and reels yea, but idk, just feel weird... does lighter = more points :?: I mean, for example a small jerkbait/popper re...
by haoz
Thu Apr 04, 2013 1:35 pm
Forum: TT Reviews
Topic: TackleTour Re-Calibrated Rating System
Replies: 13
Views: 11789

Re: New rod/reel rating system

Just felt that the new rating system seem to perhaps be missing something... Weight
by haoz
Tue Nov 06, 2012 4:30 am
Forum: TT Reviews
Topic: Product Insight on new Calcutta's
Replies: 74
Views: 66862

Re: Product Insight on new Calcutta's

I did highlight having no quick access side plate is rubbish and a grave mistake and Bantam was quick to point out how costs is king.

anyways, the JDM model is just a click away, and it gets sent right to your door.
by haoz
Thu Aug 16, 2012 6:09 pm
Forum: TT Reviews
Topic: Creature Fever Double Feature... Megabass!
Replies: 3
Views: 3245

Re: Creature Fever Double Feature... Megabass!

yea, makes me want to buy one sooooo bad.

I'm thinking of buying one and pairing it with a 101DC to target seabass...

telescopic seems good... easy to transport and all... but sometimes the seabass here can grow to monstrous sizes like in the range of ~40lbs... :doh: :doh: :-k :-k
by haoz
Thu Jul 12, 2012 12:01 pm
Forum: TT Reviews
Topic: G.Loomis Unveils New GLX Bass Rods - Crankbait and Flipping
Replies: 4
Views: 3130

New GLX

Hmm, I wonder whats new with the GLX blend of carbon to make it stronger than before? and its significantly stronger...

I like the new reel seat too. (looks like the CI4 reel seats of Shimano Jdm rods..)

any kind souls out there mind buying one and posting a review please?
by haoz
Sat Feb 18, 2012 9:08 pm
Forum: TT Reviews
Topic: Is the Revo MGX the New Lightweight King?
Replies: 49
Views: 36532

Re: Is the Revo MGX the New Lightweight King?

heys nice review Cal! ^^

(no offense) but I thought you were very kind and generous to rate the MGX so highly despite your hiccup with it on the Amazon..

I really enjoyed reading your review.
by haoz
Thu Jan 19, 2012 8:24 am
Forum: TT Reviews
Topic: Still the Benchmark, the BogaGrip
Replies: 5
Views: 4900

Re: Still the Benchmark, the BogaGrip

heys Cal, I had always wanted to buy one boga, and your excellent article has just reaffirm my desire.

just curious, the article mentioned boga weight rating is accurate, and may I ask if it is accurate throughout its entire weight range?
by haoz
Thu Dec 22, 2011 8:08 am
Forum: TT Reviews
Topic: Amazon 2011 Part 2 : Venche Uma, No Chika
Replies: 10
Views: 8741

Re: Amazon 2011 Part 2 : Venche Uma, No Chika

THANK YOU for that review!

and oh, that video had me drooling. I wonder why?