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by robertjb7771
Mon Aug 15, 2022 8:49 am
Forum: Rods
Topic: New Poison Adrena
Replies: 496
Views: 271052

Re: New Poison Adrena

I have not but relegate those duties to the 7’4 H , it’s important to remember that the adrena line is using blanks that cater to the japanese market vs American so what I mean is that they tend to run a little lighter and have a deeper parabolic bend than the Expride line. My 7’3mh (Pared with a me...
by robertjb7771
Mon Aug 08, 2022 1:28 pm
Forum: Rods
Topic: New Poison Adrena
Replies: 496
Views: 271052

Re: New Poison Adrena

the weights are accurate.....but i wouldnt use 3/4 sleeper on the 73mh for that i think its more a senko/lighter jigs/ moving baits kinda rod, but would use the 74H, cant explain it to you but for reference i have the 73mh , 74h and the new 76xh.
by robertjb7771
Sat Jul 02, 2022 8:14 pm
Forum: Rods
Topic: Shimano Expride Thoughts??
Replies: 34
Views: 16246

Re: Shimano Expride Thoughts??

I have the new B models in 711xh, 73xh, 72h and the 8xxh. I can tell you that they are definitely stiffer than the old models! Also, there might be some defective ones in the first batches. I already broke 2 right off the bat. The 711xh broke right out of the tube just trying to put line on. The 73...
by robertjb7771
Wed Jun 29, 2022 10:42 pm
Forum: Rods
Topic: Evergreen Combat Stick 8’ Extra Heavy
Replies: 0
Views: 3115

Evergreen Combat Stick 8’ Extra Heavy

Anyone own or have experience using the Evergreen Combat Stick 8’ Extra Heavy? They on sale at tackle warehouse for $149 so I figured I pick one up to add to my punching arsenal.
by robertjb7771
Tue Jun 21, 2022 3:49 pm
Forum: Reels
Topic: Zillion TW HD ‘22
Replies: 202
Views: 56847

Re: Zillion TW HD ‘22

Yeah I’m not setting the hook like a savage , I’m just leaning into it like one is supposed to and that’s with a 1 ounce weight , 100% certain it’s the reel and I fish from a kayak , so definitely no crazy hooksets or I’ll end up in the water.
by robertjb7771
Mon Jun 20, 2022 7:03 pm
Forum: Reels
Topic: Zillion TW HD ‘22
Replies: 202
Views: 56847

Re: Zillion TW HD ‘22

I got a chance to finally field test my hd 22 xg punching thick Mats using 1 ounce weight with 60lb braid on a 7’11 Daiwa steez punching rod. The drag was slipping slightly even after lock down , not sure if it still needs a wear in period but I’ll report back. The previous 18hd which I still have ...
by robertjb7771
Mon Jun 20, 2022 10:41 am
Forum: Reels
Topic: Zillion TW HD ‘22
Replies: 202
Views: 56847

Re: Zillion TW HD ‘22

I got a chance to finally field test my hd 22 xg punching thick Mats using 1 ounce weight with 60lb braid on a 7’11 Daiwa steez punching rod. The drag was slipping slightly even after lock down , not sure if it still needs a wear in period but I’ll report back. The previous 18hd which I still have a...
by robertjb7771
Tue Mar 15, 2022 7:20 pm
Forum: Rods
Topic: New Poison Adrena
Replies: 496
Views: 271052

Re: New Poison Adrena

Has anyone tried the new 7’6XH? Thinking about using it as a 1oz punch rod and 5-6 inch swimbait stick. I purchased one this past Christmas and just waiting for the weather to warm and I’ll get back to you . Bought it for the same thing, punching 1oz . I do have a reference point as I own the Expri...
by robertjb7771
Fri Jan 21, 2022 8:39 pm
Forum: Reels
Topic: Seriously still no news about new '22 reels?
Replies: 91
Views: 23901

Re: Seriously still no news about new '22 reels?

I’ve been waiting ages for the exist 22 …but I have to say that the new Stella might just have a leg up on it this go around from everything I’m seeing online. I’ll just have to wait until I have both in my hands…
by robertjb7771
Mon Dec 27, 2021 2:38 pm
Forum: Reels
Topic: Zillion TW HD ‘22
Replies: 202
Views: 56847

Re: Zillion TW HD ‘22

Unread post by HobeyBaker » Mon Dec 27, 2021 5:05 pm I wish the reel was all matte black. I ended up ordering another standard Zillion instead of the HD. I’m looking for more of a flip/pitch reel, so I doubt the spool upgrade is worth the price difference. ) i understand how you feel, for some reaso...
by robertjb7771
Mon Dec 27, 2021 12:40 pm
Forum: Reels
Topic: Zillion TW HD ‘22
Replies: 202
Views: 56847

Re: Zillion TW HD ‘22

Re: Zillion TW HD ‘22
Post by ss30378 » Mon Dec 27, 2021 12:17 pm

So made in Japan? )

Yes , the reel is made in japan, (made in japan sticker is on the bottom of the reel seat stem.
by robertjb7771
Mon Dec 27, 2021 7:07 am
Forum: Reels
Topic: Zillion TW HD ‘22
Replies: 202
Views: 56847

Re: Zillion TW HD ‘22

just got my reel this morning , as you can see in the pics only the top of the reel is a matte black and the sides are a gloss black. Feels the usual Daiwa smooth , i'm sure it will be an exceptional performer , will pair this up with my 7'11 f/p Steez rod. Nothing about this reel is HD when compare...
by robertjb7771
Tue Dec 07, 2021 2:13 pm
Forum: Reels
Topic: Zillion TW HD ‘22
Replies: 202
Views: 56847

Re: Zillion TW HD ‘22

(Re: Zillion TW HD ‘22 by Sore Thumb » Wed Nov 24, 2021 12:07 am fishonsc wrote: ↑Tue Nov 02, 2021 9:11 am Made in Japan.?.. with brass gears and black not that ugly silver. With Magforce Z spool. I will take it! Up for preorder at Plat. Made in Japan and reasonably priced. ) Good Point I've been lo...
by robertjb7771
Fri Oct 29, 2021 9:30 am
Forum: Reels
Topic: Zillion TW HD ‘22
Replies: 202
Views: 56847

Re: Zillion TW HD ‘22

Have to admit , I'm not feeling this one, Youtuber Florent goes over the spec's in Japanese and besides a small reduction in weight, two more bearings over the regular zillion & drag clicker which is nice , it looks to be a Downgrade on the current zillion HD. It's pretty much a regular zillion with...
by robertjb7771
Sat Sep 18, 2021 4:54 pm
Forum: Rods
Topic: Daiwa Steez AGS Casting Rod 7'11" Extra Hvy
Replies: 6
Views: 2381

Re: Daiwa Steez AGS Casting Rod 7'11" Extra Hvy

That's a sweet purpose built beast of a reel, didn't know deps/daiwa did a collaboration on that one. I had my eye on the DAIWA x SLP WORKS ZILLION 9 SV TW-SLPW but i didn't pull the trigger fast enough , now its all sold out. :( . I have a zillion HD paired with my expride and that reel just has un...