Had similar qc problems early w my NRX.".. Now I just order custom Z Bones and have had no issues and get exactly what I want w the finest Gary, Trey, & I can put together

try the St Croix "Big Jig" rod... the most powerful rod they make!

this technique works well for silt/trashy bottoms as well. in this situation, a heavy flippin weight will drive the bait deep in the bottom to the point the bass cant find it. some like Scroggins will not peg the weight to help, but the weight & bait still get lost in muck. you can set bait a differ...

its not a slap at NRX for they are very nice rods, but for the application the thread was based on "I" feel that it is under powered for nasty carolina riggin. It is a fine rod, but for this Florida boy, hvy grass needs much more. As for a recommendation, I am still experimenting. I am waiting on a ...

The NRX is a nice rod but lacks the power for nasty stuff. I still have not figured out best role for 873 it is a good all purpose rod but for hvy grass Carolina rigging it just doesnot have enough power. Jt

I must say the "hate for Kistler" is getting a bit old. There have been problems with many brands. Call Kistler.. they have a program in place to put new micros on your old Kistler rod for like $90 ...

I agree with above. will add: Skinny dipper in watermelon, or pearl; also pitchin/flippin Okeechobee Color Baby Paca craws or Rage Craw in Okeechobee. if weather / wind get bad, try J&H inside rim canal north of the locke: trickworms, senkos on the western inside of the canal (soft/grassy) and try a...

First: Rigging the skinny dipper I like to use the Owner Monster 4/0 hook (1/4oz) weight hook. This hook is strong and allows for perfect swimming even at real slow retrieves. Second / Rods: for long casts I use a 7'6" hvy pwr, Mod- fast tip ; line: 40lb Braid with a 4ft Fluorocarbon leader. The Bra...

my vote: Revo Inshore for general purpose casting ... for bottom, jiggin... go with Revo Toro Winch.... I use both and have caught 10lbs grouper and red snapper in 80 ft of water with braided line.... 40lbs reds and black drum... funnnnnn.

Bait Casting - Right
Spinning - left

Flippin / Pitching - left and Right.... in FL... we flip n pitch all day...you better learn to use both left and right or you get real tired real fast.

JT

Revo STX, Winch, and Premeir, are top notch in bait casters for the quality and value hands down. Spinning: The soron line is ok. but I still lean to Diawa TD Sol 2500 or the new Shimano Ci4 as preferred models.

JT

ya... good question. I have the 873, no problems yet, but don't like hearing of issue like this on a $500 rod. Fished it again this weekend and I really like the rod, but not for the technique it was marketed as: Carolina Rig. it is way under powered for that IMO. Disappointing since I really wanted...

TT , can you move this post to the Tackle Forum where it might get more attention? Thanks. I am waiting for TT for review the BSX machine and guide us weekend anglers.. you guys have to know someone that will share info?!!! You guys know everyone there is to know.

thanks,

what is a Pixy?

nobody has used them yet except Mr. Boyd Duckett. Should be in my hands this week... I will report back... I have tournament this weekend I plan on "tossing the carrot around some other veggies to crank up Mr. Bass. jtreeltherapy