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- Fri Apr 21, 2023 12:49 pm
- Forum: Rods
- Topic: Sierra BFS-700 or 701 for Neds
- Replies: 8
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Re: Sierra BFS-700 or 701 for Neds
Is go 701c or, the Phenix Classic BFS 7'1. I don't have much time with the Phenix but, it feels like a slightly better buy. Similar tapers but, the Phenix feels slightly better in hand. Either rod is more of an open water rod vs pitching around cover. I'd use a wide variety of Ned rigs with either r...
- Wed Apr 19, 2023 9:07 am
- Forum: TT Reviews
- Topic: A Stick That's Difficult to Pin Down : Megabass's US Destroyer P5 F7-75X BMG
- Replies: 3
- Views: 2168
Re: A Stick That's Difficult to Pin Down : Megabass's US Destroyer P5 F7-75X BMG
Would you put this rod into some lighter flipping/pitching scenarios? I have been on the constant search for a "punch" rod for way up north. I don't get thick mats, as most of my targets are lilypads mixed with milfoil. I have the 7'10 Kister M.O.D with NFC blank (post MJD version). It feels good bu...
- Fri Apr 14, 2023 4:41 pm
- Forum: Rods
- Topic: DX702C for inshore?
- Replies: 4
- Views: 1490
Re: DX702C for inshore?
I haven't used the 702c but, the 701 handled 3-4lb bass pretty nice, and a few larger quite well too. It will bend quite a bit under load to protect the line and hooks.
- Fri Apr 14, 2023 6:35 am
- Forum: Enthusiast & Import Tackle
- Topic: Daiwa SS Air TW
- Replies: 84
- Views: 23405
Re: Daiwa SS Air TW
The braking system is new so...we have that at least.
- Thu Apr 13, 2023 5:49 am
- Forum: Ultralight and BFS Fishing
- Topic: Reel recommendation for 1/16 oz texas rigs?
- Replies: 14
- Views: 3988
Re: Reel recommendation for 1/16 oz texas rigs?
The Gekkabijin is a solid choice for those applications. Aldebaran is a great reel too but, availability is scarce with Shimano reels these days You may want to look into a different rod. You won't be able to pitch so great sitting in a kayak so, the rod will need to load up better with the weight ...
- Wed Apr 12, 2023 12:16 pm
- Forum: Rods
- Topic: Racing Design Texas Rig Special
- Replies: 7
- Views: 1788
Re: Racing Design Texas Rig Special
Well, let me know about either the Texas Rig or the Jigga Stick. I have been eyeing them up for a while
- Wed Apr 12, 2023 12:15 pm
- Forum: Ultralight and BFS Fishing
- Topic: Reel recommendation for 1/16 oz texas rigs?
- Replies: 14
- Views: 3988
Re: Reel recommendation for 1/16 oz texas rigs?
Guides are generally micro-ish for most BFS rods. I usually use a long enough leader for my knot to never get reeled on the spool when my lure is reeled near the tip. That varies from rod to rod
- Wed Apr 12, 2023 7:35 am
- Forum: Ultralight and BFS Fishing
- Topic: Reel recommendation for 1/16 oz texas rigs?
- Replies: 14
- Views: 3988
Re: Reel recommendation for 1/16 oz texas rigs?
The Gekkabijin is a solid choice for those applications. Aldebaran is a great reel too but, availability is scarce with Shimano reels these days You may want to look into a different rod. You won't be able to pitch so great sitting in a kayak so, the rod will need to load up better with the weight t...
- Wed Mar 29, 2023 7:36 pm
- Forum: Ultralight and BFS Fishing
- Topic: 1st BFS reel-Aldebaran BFS
- Replies: 23
- Views: 6107
Re: 1st BFS reel-Aldebaran BFS
My Aldebaran BFS is quite smooth. Idk what Shimano did with their aluminum gears but, the Aldebaran BFS is smooth. Even under load it is smooth. I haven't abused it too much on heavy bass fishing so, maybe that's something to do with it. I had an HG for a while and that was smooth as well. I current...
- Wed Mar 29, 2023 2:22 pm
- Forum: Ultralight and BFS Fishing
- Topic: 1st BFS reel-Aldebaran BFS
- Replies: 23
- Views: 6107
Re: 1st BFS reel-Aldebaran BFS
The Aldebaran BFS takes more brakes that previous versions. I do like the smooth flat casting. I think mine usually sits around setting 4 for stream fishing and a little higher for lake fishing.
- Tue Mar 28, 2023 4:26 pm
- Forum: Reels
- Topic: Zillion 8.5 Speed: Mistake?
- Replies: 9
- Views: 2877
Re: Zillion 8.5 Speed: Mistake?
Although that is true, frogging is another technique that a fast gear ratio helpsBronzeye wrote: ↑Tue Mar 28, 2023 3:40 pmHobie-Wan Kenobi wrote: ↑Tue Mar 28, 2023 1:12 pmFrigging is another area where fast is nice to have.
- Tue Mar 28, 2023 1:12 pm
- Forum: Reels
- Topic: Zillion 8.5 Speed: Mistake?
- Replies: 9
- Views: 2877
Re: Zillion 8.5 Speed: Mistake?
You are right, mostly rod moving techniques like dragging a jig and such. I like fast gear ratios for all plastics such as Texas Rigs, jigs, Ned rigs...all that. Frigging is another area where fast is nice to have. Work the cover and burn it back to cast again. Jerkbaits and topwaters can be added t...
- Mon Mar 27, 2023 5:25 pm
- Forum: Ultralight and BFS Fishing
- Topic: 1st BFS reel-Aldebaran BFS
- Replies: 23
- Views: 6107
Re: 1st BFS reel-Aldebaran BFS
The Aldebaran BFS is one of my favorites! Most stock BFS reels are robust enough to not worry much about line. If you spool the line up with a ton of force and overfill it, may have issues. If you use light pressure to spool the line on, you will be fine. Don't be afraid to really lay into the fish ...
- Sat Mar 25, 2023 10:42 am
- Forum: Ultralight and BFS Fishing
- Topic: Crisp UL trout spinning rod recommendations
- Replies: 7
- Views: 2822
Re: Crisp UL trout spinning rod recommendations
In short, the two rods are very close in power and taper. Balance without a reel goes to the Gekkabijin. This is because the butt section is longer and, actually has a butt.
I will be posting some more in depth info about the Presso rod. I took it out for some test casting and all is well.
I will be posting some more in depth info about the Presso rod. I took it out for some test casting and all is well.
- Fri Mar 24, 2023 7:56 am
- Forum: Ultralight and BFS Fishing
- Topic: Crisp UL trout spinning rod recommendations
- Replies: 7
- Views: 2822
Re: Crisp UL trout spinning rod recommendations
The Gekkabijin AIR AGS I got for panfish. Trout too but bluegill was my focus for the rod. It does well. I would just like slightly more power or, even slightly faster action. A 10" gill puts a mean bend to the rod.
My Presso AGS is out for delivery so...I will know today how they stack.
My Presso AGS is out for delivery so...I will know today how they stack.