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by russ57
Thu Nov 16, 2023 6:38 pm
Forum: Enthusiast & Import Tackle
Topic: Megabass 2023 Orochi X 10 rods
Replies: 81
Views: 43898

Re: Megabass 2023 Orochi X 10 rods

Bandersnatch showed up today. I'm quite pleased. I'm coming from mostly Dobyns rods, Champs, Sierras, and Kadens. My only experience with Megabass and only other Megabass rod I own is the Triza Dragoon, so take my thoughts with that context. Haven't fished the rod yet. In hand it feels light and we...
by russ57
Wed Aug 30, 2023 2:42 pm
Forum: Rods
Topic: Zodias 76M casting
Replies: 0
Views: 9906

Zodias 76M casting

Does anyone have experience with this zodias casting model? Was wondering how it would be for all-around use including small swimsuits, Texas rigs, etc. I'm guessing it is sort of a M-MH which loads pretty deep into the blank but looking for others opinions.
by russ57
Wed Aug 23, 2023 11:38 am
Forum: Reels
Topic: Inshore reel for 7M Expire glass
Replies: 12
Views: 3512

Re: Inshore reel for 7M Expire glass

Unfortunately my Scorpion/Expride combo was stolen off the beach while fishing at sunset :crying:
by russ57
Sat Aug 19, 2023 9:40 am
Forum: Reels
Topic: Inshore reel for 7M Expire glass
Replies: 12
Views: 3512

Re: Inshore reel for 7M Expire glass

John2204 wrote:
Mon Aug 14, 2023 5:22 am
I have a Bantam that I have used inshore for reds. It’s a great reel and casts as well as my more expensive Metaniums do
What gear ratio are you using?
by russ57
Thu Aug 17, 2023 9:45 pm
Forum: Rods
Topic: Hook Up Tackle 91.99 Valkyries-is this real?
Replies: 9
Views: 3762

Re: Hook Up Tackle 91.99 Valkyries-is this real?

I don't know if this is a glitch but I am seeing valkyries on the hook up tackle for 92 bucks...is this a typo or what? I'm inclined to order one before they fix it. https://www.hookup-tackleshop.com/megabass-valkyrie-casting-rods/?attribute_option=VKC71MH+-+7%271%22+MH&attribute_model=Valkyrie+Cas...
by russ57
Thu Aug 17, 2023 9:24 pm
Forum: Rods
Topic: Hook Up Tackle 91.99 Valkyries-is this real?
Replies: 9
Views: 3762

Hook Up Tackle 91.99 Valkyries-is this real?

I don't know if this is a glitch but I am seeing valkyries on the hook up tackle for 92 bucks...is this a typo or what? I'm inclined to order one before they fix it. https://www.hookup-tackleshop.com/megabass-valkyrie-casting-rods/?attribute_option=VKC71MH+-+7%271%22+MH&attribute_model=Valkyrie+Cast...
by russ57
Tue Aug 15, 2023 9:28 pm
Forum: Enthusiast & Import Tackle
Topic: Megabass 2023 Orochi X 10 rods
Replies: 81
Views: 43898

Re: Megabass 2023 Orochi X 10 rods

Anyone have any experience with the bandersnatch? Looks like it could be a good all around rod. I absolutely love the green accents and overall look of these rods. From Japan Lure shop: "Destroyer's "Bandersnatch", which has taken the world by storm with power games using medium and heavy lures, has...
by russ57
Tue Aug 08, 2023 11:16 am
Forum: Reels
Topic: Inshore reel for 7M Expire glass
Replies: 12
Views: 3512

Re: Inshore reel for 7M Expire glass

I have a custom glass rod for throwing chatterbaits inshore for reds and trout, it had a steez a hlc but it was a bit wild in the wind for my tastes and it now has a jdm zillion HD and it's perfect. Personally I prefer glass for saltwater because it is much better for fighting a fish. I think a lot...
by russ57
Tue Aug 08, 2023 11:15 am
Forum: Reels
Topic: Inshore reel for 7M Expire glass
Replies: 12
Views: 3512

Re: Inshore reel for 7M Expire glass

I am just going to try the scorpion I think-I'd prolly rather ruin a scorpion in salt than a more expensive zillion or metanium.
by russ57
Tue Aug 08, 2023 7:51 am
Forum: Reels
Topic: Inshore reel for 7M Expire glass
Replies: 12
Views: 3512

Inshore reel for 7M Expire glass

I'm looking for an a new reel for my expire 7M Glass rod. Combo will be used for beach fishing in the flats-mostly for throwing spooks, etc, so thinking something in the 7:1 range for versatility. I will also throw other lures like small swimsuits on jighead, jerkbaits, fluke, etc. So kind of an all...
by russ57
Mon Aug 07, 2023 6:32 pm
Forum: Rods
Topic: Your most versatile rod?
Replies: 93
Views: 45492

Re: Your most versatile rod?

Expride 72MH glass for me. Can use it for buzz baits, swim jigs, walking baits and cranks in 1/2-7/8 range, swimsuits on 3/8 jigheads, etc. It has a light enough tip for trebles and enough backbone to fish heavier baits as well. I think it would work fine for texas rigs too but I haven't tried it ye...
by russ57
Thu Jul 20, 2023 3:56 pm
Forum: Rods
Topic: Shimano Expride Thoughts??
Replies: 34
Views: 16245

Re: Shimano Expride Thoughts??

Anyone handled the new 72M casting model yet?
by russ57
Tue Jul 18, 2023 6:48 pm
Forum: Rods
Topic: Orochi XX price decrease
Replies: 2
Views: 881

Re: Orochi XX price decrease

I ordered up a whipsnake-should be fun!
by russ57
Mon Jul 17, 2023 11:00 am
Forum: Reels
Topic: Will there ever be a New Metanium DC
Replies: 4
Views: 1766

Re: Will there ever be a New Metanium DC

Still nothing-can't believe they are going to go almost 10 years without refreshing it
by russ57
Sun Jul 16, 2023 10:10 am
Forum: Rods
Topic: Orochi XX price decrease
Replies: 2
Views: 881

Orochi XX price decrease

Have these officially dropped from 350 to 300 again, and the levantes from 250 to 200? On TW these 2 MB lines are down $50. I don't recall when this happened-must have been recently. I see them at 350 in some places still.