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by Hobie-Wan Kenobi
Mon Sep 25, 2017 9:34 am
Forum: Enthusiast & Import Tackle
Topic: KTF 16 Aldebaran BFS XG spools are back in stock @ Karil
Replies: 11
Views: 4787

Re: KTF 16 Aldebaran BFS XG spools are back in stock @ Karil

Applicable model Shimano 16 Aldebaran BFS XG * 15 Aldebaran 50/51, 15 Aldebaran BFS Limited " It's copied from of.site...So,-yes! Feet! :mrgreen: The 15 Aldebaran and 16 Aldebaran BFS do not share the same sized spool. Im no expert on Shimano reels, but I believe they also dont share the same braki...
by Hobie-Wan Kenobi
Fri Sep 22, 2017 4:37 pm
Forum: Enthusiast & Import Tackle
Topic: KTF 16 Aldebaran BFS XG spools are back in stock @ Karil
Replies: 11
Views: 4787

Re: KTF 16 Aldebaran BFS XG spools are back in stock @ Karil

fffishing wrote:Applicable model
Shimano 16 Aldebaran BFS XG
* 15 Aldebaran 50/51, 15 Aldebaran BFS Limited "

It's copied from of.site...So,-yes! Feet! :mrgreen:
The 15 Aldebaran and 16 Aldebaran BFS do not share the same sized spool.
by Hobie-Wan Kenobi
Tue Sep 19, 2017 4:33 am
Forum: Rods
Topic: "Mag" BFS Casting Rod Input
Replies: 48
Views: 22869

Re: "Mag" BFS Casting Rod Input

Hi all, I am in the same boat. Looking for a BFS rod that I can throw true 1/16th lures on for bass fishing. Looking at the three following models: MS-X CASTING RODS FRESHWATER MS-X Length & Power: 6'5''+L $274.99 $274.99 CORZZA CASTING RODS FRESHWATER CORZZA Length & Power: 6'5''+UL $169.99 $169.9...
by Hobie-Wan Kenobi
Mon Sep 18, 2017 8:01 pm
Forum: Rods
Topic: "Mag" BFS Casting Rod Input
Replies: 48
Views: 22869

Re: "Mag" BFS Casting Rod Input

http://www.tackletour.net/viewtopic.php?f=7&t=76532&p=612553&hilit=Volkey#p612553 The Volkey is a steal Oh man, I keep slapping my hand away from the mouse but I am not sure how long I can keep it up, someone needs to buy that thing. Me too I got a better than new Alphas AIR I may need a home for i...
by Hobie-Wan Kenobi
Mon Sep 18, 2017 2:43 pm
Forum: Rods
Topic: "Mag" BFS Casting Rod Input
Replies: 48
Views: 22869

Re: "Mag" BFS Casting Rod Input

The blank on the MS-X is noticeably better than that of the Corzza. I can't speak on the Speedstyles, but I believe they were built for strength. Thanks! Question is now to get the 1/32 or the 1/16 version of the MS-X. I really would like to throw true 1/16 lures and just not sure how about the rod...
by Hobie-Wan Kenobi
Wed Sep 13, 2017 3:02 pm
Forum: Enthusiast & Import Tackle
Topic: Which BFS reel: Conquest vs Aldebaran vs SV103 (with BFS spool)
Replies: 28
Views: 12545

Re: Which BFS reel: Conquest vs Aldebaran vs SV103 (with BFS spool)

What dont you like about the scorpion? SInce it is basically a curado 70, and i have several i love, just wondering what the issue is. I have a SV105 and love it. Cast 1/8" swim baits all day. Also have a basic tatula ct with a rays spool, and it cast slightly farther than the sv105 some days. Also...
by Hobie-Wan Kenobi
Wed Sep 13, 2017 4:33 am
Forum: Enthusiast & Import Tackle
Topic: Which BFS reel: Conquest vs Aldebaran vs SV103 (with BFS spool)
Replies: 28
Views: 12545

Re: Which BFS reel: Conquest vs Aldebaran vs SV103 (with BFS spool)

Interesting this guy here seems to be able to use a regular Conquest 100 for BFS fishing... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gbM5zxzBJKo One of my friends has one and he can cast light cranks and smallish jigs. I was surprised by its ability. Not quite a BFS reel but, a surprisingly versatile caster.
by Hobie-Wan Kenobi
Mon Sep 11, 2017 3:51 pm
Forum: Rods
Topic: 852c By any other name?
Replies: 15
Views: 9091

Re: 852c By any other name?

I got only 1 NRX 852. It's a versatile rod. Jerkbaits, topwater, worms, small jigs...whatever. It's definitely a rod that could be the only one you bring with you, at least up north. Curious about your reel and line. I have one and I want to use it as best I can. Granted I live in northern Michigan...
by Hobie-Wan Kenobi
Thu Sep 07, 2017 7:20 am
Forum: Rods
Topic: 852c By any other name?
Replies: 15
Views: 9091

Re: 852c By any other name?

I got only 1 NRX 852.

It's a versatile rod. Jerkbaits, topwater, worms, small jigs...whatever. It's definitely a rod that could be the only one you bring with you, at least up north.
by Hobie-Wan Kenobi
Wed Sep 06, 2017 4:38 am
Forum: Reels
Topic: Gander Mountain reel oil and grease
Replies: 1
Views: 1263

Re: Gander Mountain reel oil and grease

I think it's rebranded Ardent Reel Butter, dyed green of course
by Hobie-Wan Kenobi
Tue Sep 05, 2017 6:32 am
Forum: Rods
Topic: "Mag" BFS Casting Rod Input
Replies: 48
Views: 22869

Re: "Mag" BFS Casting Rod Input

Be careful with supposed low range limits of rods. Take their rating with a grain of salt. I' find any rod rated to throw 1/8 oz on the low end and rated to throw over 3/8 on the top end HIGHLY suspect. Most likely the 1/8 oz low end rating is bogus. My Volkey 68L is rated for 1/16 and there is no ...
by Hobie-Wan Kenobi
Sat Sep 02, 2017 7:08 pm
Forum: Ultralight and BFS Fishing
Topic: Your top UL baits
Replies: 18
Views: 13077

Re: Your top UL baits

Jackall Panicra
Rapala UL series
Tungsten jig heads plus plastic (ice fishing tackle)

All the above are killer on panfish. Fun too when using BFS
by Hobie-Wan Kenobi
Wed Aug 30, 2017 4:23 pm
Forum: Rods
Topic: Dock skipping setup
Replies: 27
Views: 16807

Re: Dock skipping setup

I use a Zillion SV TW 9.1 with a custom 7'6" St. Croix Legend Elite Medium Heavy Moderate Fast. It works pretty good. That is my jig rod. If I were to have a designated skip rod, I'd use a shorter rod, like 7ft-7'3". The SV spool makes a difference. Just make sure you have a rod where the bait loads...
by Hobie-Wan Kenobi
Tue Aug 29, 2017 4:11 pm
Forum: Rods
Topic: Need Input on Versatile / All Purpose Crankbait Rod
Replies: 2
Views: 2187

Re: Need Input on Versatile / All Purpose Crankbait Rod

Where do you live? I live in northern Michigan and I use the 7ft Steez Fle-x-Lite for the uses you mentioned. If you live where the bug ones are OR, you fish for pike or other species, I'd go heavier. Graphite will be more versatile. You could use it for whatever else as well. A medium fast graphite...
by Hobie-Wan Kenobi
Sat Aug 26, 2017 5:28 am
Forum: Reels
Topic: Tatula TW SV vs Curado 70hg
Replies: 15
Views: 13108

Re: Tatula TW SV vs Curado 70hg

The Tatula SV TW will get you controlled casting. The Curado will get you more distance. The Tatula is found at much better prices. The only thing I would not do with the Tatula would be deep crankbaits or other true long cast techniques. Other than that, I'd use the Tatula SV TW. Super reel for the...