Gamakatsu Luxxe Avenge
Gamakatsu Luxxe Avenge
Just noticed this rod selling on TW in the new arrival section. Does anybody know about this series? how does it compare to the likes of oltre or efreet? Any info would be appreciated.
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Re: Gamakatsu Luxxe Avenge
Looks like cheap, Batson handle grips. Not feeling it much at all.
Re: Gamakatsu Luxxe Avenge
Deeply discounted again at the moment ... any takers?
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Re: Gamakatsu Luxxe Avenge
I'd say that if you like the build/components, grab one at that price. The Luxxe Efreet is really good, so I would imagine the Avenge is pretty good too.
Re: Gamakatsu Luxxe Avenge
Tempting...
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It’s really tempting to pick up one of these rods, but little to reviews have me holding back. Hoping someone replies with some on water use.
Re: Gamakatsu Luxxe Avenge
Yeppers.
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Back to normal price on TWH, but still cheaper on Plat with free shipping. One day maybe.
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Decided to take the gamble and picked up the 6'6 light and 7Mh. They look like nice rods. Probably won't be able to fish them this season since salmon fishing as picked up. They are quite light and the purple looks nice. A couple of things to keep in mind though. Although TW says the 6'6 is a light, on the tag it actually says ML. Not sure why that is. Another big thing is that the price on the jdm side says 27000 yen which roughly translate to 183 dollars USD. TW is the middle man so they are selling it at 360-370 usd. If what I'm thinking is right this rod is a 200 dollar rod being sold at almost a 400 dollar rod price. I can imagine some people feeling disappointed getting a rod they expect to perform like a 400 dollar rod when in reality it really is a 200 dollar rod.
Re: Gamakatsu Luxxe Avenge
Thanks for the input...looking forward to seeing how it performs on the water for you.torm wrote: ↑Wed Oct 12, 2022 5:05 pmDecided to take the gamble and picked up the 6'6 light and 7Mh. They look like nice rods. Probably won't be able to fish them this season since salmon fishing as picked up. They are quite light and the purple looks nice. A couple of things to keep in mind though. Although TW says the 6'6 is a light, on the tag it actually says ML. Not sure why that is. Another big thing is that the price on the jdm side says 27000 yen which roughly translate to 183 dollars USD. TW is the middle man so they are selling it at 360-370 usd. If what I'm thinking is right this rod is a 200 dollar rod being sold at almost a 400 dollar rod price. I can imagine some people feeling disappointed getting a rod they expect to perform like a 400 dollar rod when in reality it really is a 200 dollar rod.
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Re: Gamakatsu Luxxe Avenge
Haven't been able to get out for bass with it but used it for crappie fishing. So far first impressions are that they are definitely sensitive. Never used a nrx rods so I can't compared them to that but on par with my orochi rod. Just bought a new car that seats don't recline so that blank coming out of the handle will be extremely nice. Its been a fun drop shot rod. Most likely will use it for that and ned rigging. I can see this rod being a fun river smallie rod. At that discount price it is a must try rod. TW offers after pay too so if you still think the price is too steep if that deal comes around again it will be roughly 65 dollars every two weeks with no interest. Not to mention you got a warranty on this rod too so thats a plus.
Re: Gamakatsu Luxxe Avenge
Matt Allen just posted a rave review on it in his $500 combo video for this year.
https://youtu.be/cAtbntQHpv4
https://youtu.be/cAtbntQHpv4
Re: Gamakatsu Luxxe Avenge
As much as I really enjoy Tactical Bassin'...their preferred equipment is clearly slanted. Their excuse has been the T-Wing keeping them from recommending more Daiwa higher end reels (since they prefer braid+leader), okay, so what's up with the spinning reel selection not reflecting Certates and Exists? Makes for an easy marketing advantage for Shimano when a Daiwa Tatula is about as high end that is typically recommend from their main competitor.JewFish61 wrote: ↑Thu Nov 24, 2022 6:58 amMatt Allen just posted a rave review on it in his $500 combo video for this year.
https://youtu.be/cAtbntQHpv4
Same is true of some of the lures they recommend, line, etc. Although I really like the terminal tackle they endorse.
Gotta pay da bills, so I understand, no different than any endorsed person.
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i noticed what you mentioned as well.dragon1 wrote: ↑Fri Nov 25, 2022 6:42 amAs much as I really enjoy Tactical Bassin'...their preferred equipment is clearly slanted. Their excuse has been the T-Wing keeping them from recommending more Daiwa higher end reels (since they prefer braid+leader), okay, so what's up with the spinning reel selection not reflecting Certates and Exists? Makes for an easy marketing advantage for Shimano when a Daiwa Tatula is about as high end that is typically recommend from their main competitor.JewFish61 wrote: ↑Thu Nov 24, 2022 6:58 amMatt Allen just posted a rave review on it in his $500 combo video for this year.
https://youtu.be/cAtbntQHpv4
Same is true of some of the lures they recommend, line, etc. Although I really like the terminal tackle they endorse.
Gotta pay da bills, so I understand, no different than any endorsed person.
i was rather disappointed in their high end line up. only the daiwa bottom contact made the list. i just look at the listing and was not interested in the video
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Re: Gamakatsu Luxxe Avenge
For the majority of their target audience their product guides are very applicable...once JDM gets into the mix, it's likely the opposite.goldrod wrote: ↑Fri Nov 25, 2022 9:10 ami noticed what you mentioned as well.dragon1 wrote: ↑Fri Nov 25, 2022 6:42 amAs much as I really enjoy Tactical Bassin'...their preferred equipment is clearly slanted. Their excuse has been the T-Wing keeping them from recommending more Daiwa higher end reels (since they prefer braid+leader), okay, so what's up with the spinning reel selection not reflecting Certates and Exists? Makes for an easy marketing advantage for Shimano when a Daiwa Tatula is about as high end that is typically recommend from their main competitor.JewFish61 wrote: ↑Thu Nov 24, 2022 6:58 amMatt Allen just posted a rave review on it in his $500 combo video for this year.
https://youtu.be/cAtbntQHpv4
Same is true of some of the lures they recommend, line, etc. Although I really like the terminal tackle they endorse.
Gotta pay da bills, so I understand, no different than any endorsed person.
i was rather disappointed in their high end line up. only the daiwa bottom contact made the list. i just look at the listing and was not interested in the video
There are also plenty of USDM rods not listed as well, but again, it comes down to their endorsement deals, which is their right, and a wise decision on their part financially.
I'm just saying that peeps need to listen and research beyond just one channel, for info and especially gear.
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