Is everyone else letdown that Daiwa didn't use the hypercork knobs like on the EX I love the spool! Love that a Steez is now under $400...but why the tatula knobs

The best upgrade I've done that affects casting performance immediately is Hedgehog bearings, specifically the BFS bearings, but the next step up for all purpose casting is still very impressive. When I've tried the Orange Seals in the past I've had trouble discerning a noticeable difference.

I've been using those as a guide for years, and done a lot of experimenting of my own. I would like to see a list of the top performers tested, and in particular as mentioned above test them over a period of a month or two, with multiple trips to test longevity. And like someone stated above I love ...

I haven't tried the braid, but tried McCoy's 100% fluoro about 5 years back and was underwhelmed. As stated the mean green is great stuff though.

I'm hearing great things about the new Stradic FK. In fact I have one on order

I've owned most of the higher end offerings. If sensitivity is key it's Loomis hands down! Build quality can be subjective...Loomis had some QC issues early, but seems to have cleaned up their act quite a bit on the NRX. When I'm buying high end I'm paying for sensitivity. Out of what I've tried the...

arrowslinger1 wrote:Is the c3000 spool any shallower than the fk 3000
I am converting from meters to yards - but not sure if "nylon" is same as mono for comparison.

I believe it's the same as USDM Shimano 3000 reels

Thinking about a 2500 hgs. The only thing that has me a little worried is the shallow spool I normally use powerpro 6/20 on my spinning outfits but I fish pretty deep - say 20-35 ft most of the time that I use spinning gear. For those who have them do you have any problems with line capacity? Thank...

If you're on a budget the spin jig 7' medium power Rainshadow Rx8 did this app perfectly for me. Not the most sensitive but light and feels quality. Another option would be a medium power popping blank from Rainshadow or a Lamiglas medium powered spin jig 7' in their xm700 material. Sorry I can't re...

Many seem to like it, I didnt. I found it didn't last long I had break off issues and the abrasion resistance was no better than typical mono lines. Unfortunately I had the exact experience, so did a few others I fish with. When it comes to fluoro I believe you get what you pay for. I've had good l...

I had one question. I have never used any braid lighter than 20lb test. Are there any benefits to putting lighter line on these two reels, to improve casting distance on 3/16oz lures? I got to compare both reels. The Alderbran is ridiculously smooth on the retrieve and light, but the Alphas Air als...

Bass1980 wrote:Silky smooth and a casting machine. I like it more than my IS71. Tough task for the 2016 Steez to follow.

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Best performing reel I've ever fished. By a lot!

zodiak311 wrote:

jpmoney wrote:If you thought the dobyns champion was sensitive, the NRX will blow your mind. You will become addicted

Just to add, every pebble and bump you feel is not a bite.

I swung on a few rocks my first NRX trip

Steez Limited SV 105 - NRX 843
Steez EX3012 - NRX 852s