Olympic Vigore

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Re: Olympic Vigore

Post by rando » Mon May 04, 2020 10:30 am

I think I want one of these, but I have yet to see the 20 vigore for sale anywhere.

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Re: Olympic Vigore

Post by kyty » Thu May 07, 2020 1:43 pm

Me either.

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Re: Olympic Vigore

Post by rando » Wed May 27, 2020 6:44 pm

https://www.casterhouse.co.jp/shop/products/list/1925

I found them, but I am not sure about this seller. Anyone has any experience with them? They seem to offer some sort of international shipping method.

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Re: Olympic Vigore

Post by kyty » Thu May 28, 2020 3:09 pm

Love to get one of these

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Re: Olympic Vigore

Post by Aquaftm45 » Thu May 28, 2020 4:56 pm

First thought as I pulled it from the rod sleeve. A slighly less blingy, 7'6 version of my Evergreen Kaliedo RS Stallion. Light, balanced, flawless construction, simply amazing.
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Re: Olympic Vigore

Post by Aquaftm45 » Thu May 28, 2020 5:03 pm

Got in a few casts with a 1/2 jig, possibly the best loading rod that I have. Distance with that Antares was outstanding.
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Re: Olympic Vigore

Post by Aquaftm45 » Thu May 28, 2020 5:17 pm

The handle really is not as long as it looks, it's all perspective. I recently have used mainly split grips and it just feels great full casting with a full cork handle. Sensitivity on par with my EG RS, which pretty much means you can distinctly feel anything and everything on the bottom. Not quite Oltre 6'7 M level, but what is..
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Re: Olympic Vigore

Post by Craiger12 » Thu May 28, 2020 5:33 pm

Aquaftm45 wrote:
Thu May 28, 2020 5:03 pm
Got in a few casts with a 1/2 jig, possibly the best loading rod that I have. Distance with that Antares was outstanding.
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I feel as though I must have one of these exact rods. It would be used to throw 1/2oz jigs plus trailer almost exclusively. Can you please share how you were able to acquire this masterpiece?

Also, it would be greatly appreciated if you could measure the length of the rear grip for reference. Thanks in advance and congrats on your new rod.

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Re: Olympic Vigore

Post by Hogsticker2 » Thu May 28, 2020 5:36 pm

Aquaftm45 wrote:
Thu May 28, 2020 4:56 pm
First thought as I pulled it from the rod sleeve. A slighly less blingy, 7'6 version of my Evergreen Kaliedo RS Stallion. Light, balanced, flawless construction, simply amazing.

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You are a dirty, dirty boy. Do you mind sharing where you sourced it?

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Re: Olympic Vigore

Post by Polkfish1 » Thu May 28, 2020 5:54 pm

Aquaftm45 wrote:
Thu May 28, 2020 5:17 pm
The handle really is not as long as it looks, it's all perspective. I recently have used mainly split grips and it just feels great full casting with a full cork handle. Sensitivity on par with my EG RS, which pretty much means you can distinctly feel anything and everything on the bottom. Not quite Oltre 6'7 M level, but what is..

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Wow; looks awesome. I know what you mean about casting with that full cork handle. After every session with my 904c I think to myself I should have more than one of that ilk. Saw your F1 too btw. Beautiful rods.

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Re: Olympic Vigore

Post by Chode » Thu May 28, 2020 8:17 pm

Aquaftm45 wrote:
Thu May 28, 2020 5:03 pm
Got in a few casts with a 1/2 jig, possibly the best loading rod that I have. Distance with that Antares was outstanding.
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that balance is fantastic

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Re: Olympic Vigore

Post by Senkobass1 » Mon Jun 08, 2020 4:38 pm

Quick question. Are the 2020 Olympic Vigrore rods much different than the 2016 Vigore? I am looking to switch up rod companies and have been doing research on JDM rods. These seem like the best choice for the price. Evergreen tech without the bling. Also, does anybody mind sharing where I can purchase this rod? I only found the 2016 version. Thanks!

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Re: Olympic Vigore

Post by rando » Mon Jun 08, 2020 4:59 pm

Maybe the good folks at TTT can help us get our hands on them :-k

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Re: Olympic Vigore

Post by Senkobass1 » Mon Jun 08, 2020 5:22 pm

Would be nice. These rods look pretty sweet, and the specs for the heavy sound like the perfect 1/2 oz jig rod.

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Re: Olympic Vigore

Post by Chode » Mon Jun 29, 2020 9:01 pm

what are the best sites for this rod?

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