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by Scuba Scott
Sun Oct 28, 2018 3:00 pm
Forum: Reels
Topic: Steez A spool options?
Replies: 34
Views: 19977

Re: Steez A spool options?

I use to think that the G1 1012 and 1016 were the holy grails of spools for the new Steez platform. Then I got a Zpi Nrc001-m, and was blown away. The Steez SV TW spools will run great in the Steez A, but the Steez A spool not so much in the Steez SV TW. I'm not sure why anyone would want to use th...
by Scuba Scott
Sun Oct 28, 2018 10:00 am
Forum: Reels
Topic: Steez A spool options?
Replies: 34
Views: 19977

Steez A spool options?

Looking for shallower spool options for the Steez A. Something around 120 yds of 12 lb line. Will the SV spool from the Steez fit into the A? Would like to hear what all options are out there. Thanks!
by Scuba Scott
Wed Oct 10, 2018 11:41 am
Forum: Shimano Product Support
Topic: Curado K....5 gear ratio?
Replies: 6
Views: 5319

Re: Curado K....5 gear ratio?

Would it be a realistic option to offer gear sets in a 5.5? That would at least give those few an option without the need to mass produce a curado k in a power gear.
by Scuba Scott
Wed Oct 10, 2018 5:40 am
Forum: Shimano Product Support
Topic: Curado K....5 gear ratio?
Replies: 6
Views: 5319

Curado K....5 gear ratio?

Is there a chance we will see this as an option in the future? I understand that sales of the 5 gear ratio are far below the 6,7,8 gear ratios. Even if there are no plans for a 5 gear Curado K, it would be a nice option to offer the gear sets for those people who still prefer power gears for deep cr...
by Scuba Scott
Sat May 26, 2018 12:24 pm
Forum: Rods
Topic: Megabass Orochi XX... What’s next for the USDM??
Replies: 281
Views: 143792

Re: Megabass Orochi XX... What’s next for the USDM??

Not to derail the thread ,but just a quick follow up on warranty from the previous discussions. Both rods are being replaced under warranty after their assessment. I won’t go into great detail but megabass stepped up and has been very good to work with. They have communicated well throughout the ent...
by Scuba Scott
Wed May 23, 2018 4:39 am
Forum: Rods
Topic: Megabass Orochi XX... What’s next for the USDM??
Replies: 281
Views: 143792

Re: Megabass Orochi XX... What’s next for the USDM??

The comment about “doing something stupid to break a rod” was my attempt at saying,I don’t mind paying whatever to replace a rod when it was my fault. In this case, these rods failed under normal use early in the rods life. Yes, I have broke 5 rods now. 2 non megabass which were totally my fault. 3 ...
by Scuba Scott
Tue May 22, 2018 5:58 pm
Forum: Rods
Topic: Megabass Orochi XX... What’s next for the USDM??
Replies: 281
Views: 143792

Re: Megabass Orochi XX... What’s next for the USDM??

For the guys that broke their new xx rods. Why not just return the rods to the store vs going through the warranty process? I would hate to waste the one "free" warranty claim on a new barely used rod. I've got the Diablo and Brailist on pre-order, hoping for no issues with mines but sometimes u ne...
by Scuba Scott
Tue May 22, 2018 10:55 am
Forum: Rods
Topic: Megabass Orochi XX... What’s next for the USDM??
Replies: 281
Views: 143792

Re: Megabass Orochi XX... What’s next for the USDM??

For the guys that broke their new xx rods. Why not just return the rods to the store vs going through the warranty process? I would hate to waste the one "free" warranty claim on a new barely used rod. I've got the Diablo and Brailist on pre-order, hoping for no issues with mines but sometimes u ne...
by Scuba Scott
Sun May 20, 2018 3:17 pm
Forum: Rods
Topic: Megabass Orochi XX... What’s next for the USDM??
Replies: 281
Views: 143792

Re: Megabass Orochi XX... What’s next for the USDM??

I am in complete shock, I just picked up my Orochi XX Spec R today after work from my local tackle shop and decided to go fishing I have been waiting for months to get it and try it out. When I got my first bite I set the hook and to my complete shock the rod snapped right below the third guide! :s...
by Scuba Scott
Wed Nov 29, 2017 5:34 pm
Forum: Rods
Topic: Shimano Loomis Conquest rods
Replies: 238
Views: 153831

Re: Shimano Loomis Conquest rods

The 844 would be a better option for you for jig fishing. I own the conquest 844 and have a little time on it. So far I am very happy with it. The rod has typical 844 power but may be a little slower getting to it. The first 1/3 of the rod is a little more moderate to me than the new Glx 844 but onc...
by Scuba Scott
Tue Mar 07, 2017 11:21 pm
Forum: Reels
Topic: Metanium mgl vs chronarch mgl thread
Replies: 107
Views: 62301

Re: Metanium mgl vs chronarch mgl thread

I own both Metanium MGL HG and Chronarch MGL in the 6.2:1 ratio. I have limited time on the Chronarch but so far I really like it. The Metanium is an excellent reel and I have found that I prefer it for bottom contact fishing. It has found a home on my finesse jig stick. It has a shorter handle than...
by Scuba Scott
Mon Nov 30, 2015 1:42 am
Forum: Shimano Product Support
Topic: GLX crankbait rods
Replies: 3
Views: 2440

Re: GLX crankbait rods

The 7'6" rod would personally fit me better for deep cranking. Baits up to a 6XD for example. I know there are also a lot of guys out there that like to throw lipless baits or middle diving crankbaits on 7'6" rods as well. For me, the 7'11" is just too much rod for me. The 7'1' is just a big short. ...
by Scuba Scott
Sun Nov 29, 2015 12:44 am
Forum: Shimano Product Support
Topic: GLX crankbait rods
Replies: 3
Views: 2440

GLX crankbait rods

There seems to be a gap in the glx crankbait rod line. There are no sticks in the 7'6" range and I would love to see some options there. My favorite rod in this series is the 855. It does a lot of things very well. I would like to see a 7'6" rod that is similar to the 855. Maybe in 5 and 6 powers. I...
by Scuba Scott
Mon Aug 24, 2015 4:52 am
Forum: Rods
Topic: Mark Rose KLX Offshore Rod 7'6"
Replies: 5
Views: 4123

Re: Mark Rose KLX Offshore Rod 7'6"

A custom stick is a very nice option. I have done this in the past for a few other rods. They were very well built and I have enjoyed them. I had sticks built on the MBR GLX and Crankbait blanks....which are no longer offered. Mattman and George Roth are both excellent builders. Kistler is another o...
by Scuba Scott
Mon Aug 24, 2015 3:18 am
Forum: Rods
Topic: Mark Rose KLX Offshore Rod 7'6"
Replies: 5
Views: 4123

Re: Mark Rose KLX Offshore Rod 7'6"

Most cranking rods these days are either 7'0" or 7'11". There are not a whole lot of rods in that 7'6" range. I have been through a ton of deep crankbait rods over the years and have never really found "the one". I am still a fan of Loomis crankbait rods. The original CBR rods had some of the best a...