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- Tue Dec 05, 2023 10:08 am
- Forum: Reels
- Topic: My epitome is cursed
- Replies: 9
- Views: 3710
Re: My epitome is cursed
I despise all salty plastics. There are better ways to make plastic baits heavier and less durable.
- Tue Dec 05, 2023 6:38 am
- Forum: Reels
- Topic: Spinning reel for lighter crank and jerkbaits
- Replies: 3
- Views: 981
Re: Spinning reel for lighter crank and jerkbaits
For me that would be the Certate. I use a 2500 size with 6-8# fluoro but the 3K will also fit the bill. I use a 19 mostly but it seems they are selling out. A new one is coming soon. I have also been pleased with the Luvias which pairs nicely with the lighter rods. Each of these come in a variety of...
- Wed Jul 26, 2023 6:20 am
- Forum: Reels
- Topic: Normal for Daiwa rotor to feel "sticky" with bail up?
- Replies: 4
- Views: 875
Re: Normal for Daiwa rotor to feel "sticky" with bail up?
That's the brake to stop the rotor from turning and tripping the bail during casting motion.
- Wed Jul 19, 2023 6:51 am
- Forum: Reels
- Topic: Spinning reel compact
- Replies: 3
- Views: 774
Re: Spinning reel compact
The C is the next size down reel body as mentioned. The gears are also sized down correspondingly so there will be somewhat less torque available as these are marketed for more finesse type applications. I don't know that I would consider it less strong in that sense as the materials are identical a...
- Mon Jul 10, 2023 8:19 am
- Forum: Reels
- Topic: I guess kistler must be the trendsetter these days
- Replies: 10
- Views: 1945
Re: I guess kistler must be the trendsetter these days
It's hard to resist temptation to market their own brand of reels as there is little investment needed and a substantial profit. I wouldn't be surprised if we start seeing the majority of rod companies jumping on the bandwagon. Those Cabelas rebranded Diawas were nice as they threw in a few perks li...
- Fri Jun 09, 2023 9:41 am
- Forum: Reels
- Topic: Pflueger President LP (Circa 2004)
- Replies: 9
- Views: 1916
Re: Pflueger President LP (Circa 2004)
I had a righty and those were good cranking reels. The spool was relatively heavy and had a high capacity from what I recall.
- Wed Mar 22, 2023 2:19 pm
- Forum: Reels
- Topic: Backlash PSA
- Replies: 14
- Views: 2736
Re: Backlash PSA
Been there before. It's usually after working on my reels.
Similar situation is going out and forgetting that the drag is backed off 90% from being stored that way. Things get interesting on that first bite of the day.
Similar situation is going out and forgetting that the drag is backed off 90% from being stored that way. Things get interesting on that first bite of the day.
- Fri Mar 17, 2023 1:33 pm
- Forum: Reels
- Topic: Best deep cranking reel...10xd, mb big m 7.5...
- Replies: 6
- Views: 1239
Re: Best deep cranking reel...10xd, mb big m 7.5...
I am partial to an OG Zillion CC for that range.
- Thu Mar 09, 2023 7:15 am
- Forum: Reels
- Topic: 2021 Daiwa Zillion SV TW
- Replies: 20
- Views: 9774
Re: 2021 Daiwa Zillion SV TW
When I think of clear reservoir in the North East Quabbin comes to mind.
- Wed Mar 08, 2023 11:22 am
- Forum: Reels
- Topic: 2021 Daiwa Zillion SV TW
- Replies: 20
- Views: 9774
Re: 2021 Daiwa Zillion SV TW
I have not noticed an issue with knots on my Zillion but I rarely use a leader longer than 6'. To me the 21 Zillion is about the best all around reel to come out since the introduction of the Curado B. If I had to choose one reel to fish with this would be it.
- Tue Mar 07, 2023 8:13 am
- Forum: Rods
- Topic: Choose a rod brand
- Replies: 33
- Views: 5395
Re: Choose a rod brand
Daiwa for me but I hope to never be in a position with only one brand as an option.
- Tue Feb 07, 2023 9:44 am
- Forum: Enthusiast & Import Tackle
- Topic: Megabass 2023 Orochi X 10 rods
- Replies: 81
- Views: 43819
Re: Megabass 2023 Orochi X 10 rods
I will buy one if they are small batch, wild crafted and sustainable.
- Mon Feb 06, 2023 8:45 am
- Forum: Reels
- Topic: Quick 95mm handle question
- Replies: 10
- Views: 2109
Re: Quick 95mm handle question
I have good luck with the Ali CF reel handles and the better ones aren't much different from the SLP if not identical with the exception of price.
Most are made for Diawa knobs although Rays has some nice ones with Shimano posts.
Most are made for Diawa knobs although Rays has some nice ones with Shimano posts.
- Mon Feb 06, 2023 8:36 am
- Forum: Reels
- Topic: Do you trust aluminum gears?
- Replies: 33
- Views: 7347
Re: Do you trust aluminum gears?
Yes. I have OG Chronarch MGs and TDZs that have seen 100's of days on the water and still going strong. I tend to use the reels for what they were made for, and have other reels for deep cranking, punching etc.
- Tue Jan 24, 2023 12:56 pm
- Forum: Maintenance & SuperTuning Q&A
- Topic: Do you still use Boca Bearings inside your reels?
- Replies: 25
- Views: 5118
Re: Do you still use Boca Bearings inside your reels?
I have a bunch of reels with the orange seals in them from back when it was the thing to do for all your new reel purchases. I haven't bought a set in over 10 years.