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I was thinking of trying Yo-Zuri Hybrid on my new Johnny Morris Elite rod with Recoil guides (paired to Revo STX). It's a 7' MH. It's rated for 10-20 lb line. I was thinking of using 12# Hybrid. Is Yo-Zuri Hybrid the best choice? I've never used it but it seems to get a lot of good reviews. I've tried Seaguar InvizX and I like it well enough, but it still seems very stiff. I was thinking YZ Hybrib would be a good compromise and still provide plenty of sensitivity? Up until now all my rods see multi-application use. But I want to use this one just for worming. So I want the best line for the rod and application. Thought?

I used spinning setups exclusively for years. Then I tried my first baitcast a few years ago. It takes practice to get competent, but even practice is fun. Now, except for very light plastics work, just about all of my bass fishing is done with baitcasting setups. I like baitcasters better than spinning for the following reasons: I can have a heavier duty setup in a more manageably sized package. I feel like I have more control over my baits and presentation. I can re-present the lure faster after retrieve than I can with a spinning setup. While I get some backlashes with baitcasters, I almost always end up with line twist issues on spinning reels sooner or later. Unless you have a physical problem, I doubt there is any reason you can't use a baitcaster competently. It does take practice. When you do get good at it (and it won't take long), you will probably end up preferring baitcasting.

I'm interested in the answer as well, for the same reason. In addition, any comments on Stren Microfuse would be appreciated, too.

Actually the reels are now made by Pfueger or the same people that are making Pflueger.

Basspro48 for tips on Pony Pasture and smallmouth fishing. RW for tips on GYCB Creatures. Everyone else for inspiring confidence to use braid.

I never ordered much from BPS. When I did order tackle, I usually got it from Cabelas. Now there is a BPS near me and I buy there a lot. I'm glad you like their reel. I don't have any BPS reels except for onespinning reel - an Enticer - paired to a 6' light action BPS Bionic Blade rod. I bought it because I wanted a good but cheap light action rod/reel I could keep in my truck. I ended up loving the thing. The reel is smooth, light, and has a very nice drag system. The rod is very light, and extremely sensitive. Since then, I've bought more BPS rods and I really like them. I don't have any experience mailing something back to BPS, but their in-store customer service is excellent. BPS baitcasters are made by Pinnacle. Pinnacle makes very good reels.

Quantity has a quality all its own -Joseph Stalin

DITTO! I forgot about these. These work exceptionally well for me. Not only do I catch bass on these, but they are killer baits for big pickerel.

I have a lot of lures. I've discovered the same thing you have, that I have some that are rarely fished, and some that are fished often. Most of my lures will catch some fish. Some seem to catch more than others. I'm not sure that price has much to do with effectiveness. My most productive cranks are Rapalas DTs, which aren't particularly expensive. But I have some Lews (a cheap brand sold at BPS) that seems to work well all out of proportion to their cheap cost. I have a few expensive lures, like Lucky Crafts, that catch fewer fish, mainly because I fish them less because I am afraid to lose them. Once I figure out what works particularly well, I usually buy a few more because I know sooner or later they will be worn out or lost. I like a diverse selection. When something isn't working, I can try something else.

That is some nice looking stuff. Those trick worms look especially good.

I have news on the "low water" situations plaguing Chickahominy, Waller Mill, Little Creek, Diascund, Harwood Mills and Lee Hall Reservoirs. In this thread... http://www.bassresource.com/bass_fishing_forums/YaBB.pl?num=1191366225 ...I posted an e-mail I sent to Newport News Waterworks, as well as a response from Ms. Levy, who graciously agreed to speak with me about the situation. I spoke with her today. The following is what I have learned. Newport News Waterworks draws all of its drinking water from the Chickahominy Reservoir. This water is pumped into Lee Hall Reservoir, which is a "holding reservoir." Since the breach at Walker's Dam no water has been drawn from Chickahominy Reservoir. Drinking water is now being drawn from several "Terminal Reservoirs." These terminal reservoirs include Little Creek, Diascund, Waller Mill, and Harwood Mills. This is why these terminal reservoirs exist - as back-ups to the main source of water. Water is not drawn equally from all of them. Terminal reservoirs are tapped in order based on elevation. Up until a few days ago, water was being drawn from Little Creek. However, Little Creek has been drained to its permissible limit and no more water will be drwn unless it starts filling naturally. Water will now start being drawn off Diascund. She didn't say in what order the others fall, but it seems Waller Mill, then Harwood Mills would be next. This process will continue until the breach at Walker's Dam has been stabilized. The stabilization project is currently underway and work is being done 7 days per week. Essentially, they are building a temporary dam behind the main dam. This project was supposed to be completed by the end of October, but due to materials and supply problems, the estimated time for completion is now the end of November. Once completed, the water level in Chickahominy Reservoir should stabilize and our water will once again be drawn out of Chickahominy. Completion of the stabilization project should immediately stabilize Chickahominy Reservoir's water-level at its normal high-tide level, then fill even more with time. The other reservoirs should also be filled and/or begin to fill again. The stabilization project is just that, a stabilization. It is not a permanent fix of the broken dam. At this time, Newport News is soliciting designs for the dam. The dam and the boat lock will be replaced, but it is not known now in what manner. Any scuttlebutt about an "electric lock" or any other design features is only rumor at this time. Even Newport News does not know at this time what the final design or form will be. Because the stabilization project was an amergency response to the breach, Newport News was permitted to immediately begin stabilizing the dam. However, it is just temporary. Newport News has MUCH red tape to go through before starting on the permanent dam. All sorts of regulatory agencies must be consulted and permits obtained - which weren't required for the emergency stabilization project. Unfortunately, the permanent dam may be several years off. I forgot to ask whether or not the stabilization project will effect the shad run. Ms. Levy was very helpful. She was very empathetic to the problems the breach has caused fishermen, boaters and particulary the businesses, such as Ed Allens, that rely on the lock to generate business. She did make a salient point that while we enjoy the reservoirs they primarly exist to supply us with drinking water. She has placed me on a mailing list for regular updates (I don't know how regular). As I receive them I'll post them here. I also suggested that they add a page to the Newport News Waterworks Website that provides updates on the situation. Hope that helps.

Welcome aboard. If you bought that reel at BPS, you can go back and get a refund of the difference in what you paid and the sale price. Technically, you could return the reel for a refund then buy it again on sale. To save you the hassle, they usually just give you the money back.

That's good to hear. I have several All Stars and want to buy a Big Boy for flippin'. I haven't had to use their customer service department yet but it's nice to know they handle matters well in case I do.

No thanks. I've got plenty of smoooooth reels already. Du fik så pass rätt , besätta. Abu Garcia reglerna!!!!

I like the Team All Star IM10 rods which fall into your price range - around $100. However, I've started to lean more torward BPS rods lately. It seems you may be able to get more for your money with a BPS rod than with the All Star. The Team All Star is light and strong. It's very sensitive. It had a conventional Fuji reel seat (nothing particularly special) and has Fuji aluminum oxide guides (again, pretty much the standard). However, they don't use as many guides as BPS rods at a comparable price. In contrast, the BPS Pro Qualifier rods are 70 million modulus. They normally run $119 but are currently on sale for $58.99. They have the BPS reel seat which I think is better than the Fuji, and has 2 more guide. The guides on this rod are Fuji Alconite - a higher grade than aluminum oxide. The All Star is made in the USA, the BPS is made in China. I support American companies when they make the best product, but BPS rods, especially in the price range you are talking about, are really nice. Maybe nicer than comparably priced All Stars. I believe it would also be easier to deal with BPS about replacing a one of their rods than with manufacturer. I've taken some rods back to BPS with various types of damages and they've always replaced them without any questions. I wouldn't rule out a BPS rod.

I don't see why "Made in China" is necessarily bad. The "keep Americans employed" and patriotism stuff aside, there is no reason good products can't come out of China. Most Chinese manufacturers build things to the specifications of the designers. Many Chinese plants are really only assembly lines building things with parts supplied to them. I have some American made rods and some Chinese made rods. I like them all. I've recently purchased a Johnny Morris Elite 85 million modulus rod with Recoil guides that seems to be very highly regarded by various reviewers. It's made in China. It's got the best cork on it I've ever seen on a rod regardless of price. It's got 9 guides + a tip (my best American rods have 7 + tip). The thing is feather light. It's also gorgeous to look at. I've got high hopes for it (haven't used it yet). Rule out too much stuff because its Made In China and you'll end up missing out on some truly great stuff.

Also, the Pro Qualifier is a nicer rod then the Extreme. It's a 70 million modulus rod versus 60 million modulus. Also has nicer guides - Fuji Alconite versus Fuji Hardloy. The cork looks a little better, too. The fishing manager told me that there would be a new shipment of Pro Qualifiers coming in on Wednesday (10/3/07). They would all be sold at $59.88, too. If the medium Pro Qualifier wasn't what you wanted, or you want a medium-heavy, you'll have another chance.

Holy hog balls, that's a pretty table. Someone cluttered it up with a bunch of Loomisesssss.

For a reel, I'd buy the Abu Garcia C801. Abu has hit a home run with the 800 series spinning reel just like they have with the Revo - probably better, even. I don't think there is a spinning reel out there that really compares for under $400-$500. The C801 is their smallest one.

Thank you.

I think the profit-margin on fishing equipment is astronomical. There's no reason someone can't make a decent fishing reel and sell it for $60. Give it a whirl. It's gotten good reviews by users at Cabelas.

I like a spincaster on days when I don't feel like putting much thought into fishing. Like when I stop at the bait shop, buy 100 crickets, and head to the park to catch some bluegill. Other than that, I don't see much use for them. They're real value is nostalgia. But I do have a preference. I like the Abumatic 576. The little line pin things ride in a groove on the inside of the front cover. There is no way for the line to slip over the top of the pins. It will pick up line even when there is slack in it. The Zebcos I've tried, and especially the little Diawa my kid has, won't pick up line if its too slack. My kid's Diawa Colbalt must have somthing like a 2:1 retrieve. If he casts far, it takes all day to reel his line in. He's graduated to a spinning rig now. When he does fall back on his spincaster, I get a good laugh listening to him hurumph as he cranks and cranks and the line just inches in. He knows the spincaster has limited use, now. Hopefully, when's he's my age he'll feel a bit nostalgic and give a spincaster a try again.

They are the Revo SC, sold exclusively by Cabelas. Still $79.99 (click "add to cart", then "view cart" to see the -$50 discount. As far as how they are, they are fantastic. The easiest casting reels I've ever owned. The SC is essentially the S model. But the SC has the externally adjustable magnetic brake instead of the S's mechanical brake. I have used the side by side with the black SX model. The SC has 9 bearings, the SX 11. There is no noticable difference in performance. I recommend them highly.

I inspected the rods yesterday before I bougth them. All seemed ok. This morning when I looked at them closely in the sunlight, the medium-heavy rod has a gouge in the blank just below the first eye. The two mediums I bought were perfect. I took it back but they didn't have anymore medium heavies. I ended up buying a Johnny Morris Elite MH 7' with Recoil guides. It was already on sale $129 (down from $179) and they gave me another $20 on top of that for goodwill.

It was "exchange something and get $.12" day.