Stasher1
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This^^^ The bluegill in my local pond were done spawning at least a month ago, probably even longer.
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Some of the Strike King Plus models are on sale on Amazon for $15 if you're looking to save a few bucks. If you can find something else to bring the total to $25+, they'll ship for free. I ordered a pair yesterday, and should have them in a few days.
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Wow, I never knew he offered that service. Do we get a 10% discount on that too?
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I found the previous generation M/F Crucial spinning rod to be very underpowered and too light to cast anything over 3/8 oz without feeling like I was overloading it. I haven't tried the current model, though.
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The Premier is a good choice, as is the Compre. If you're looking for a deal on a Compre, there's a 6'6" model in the Flea Market for a good price. The seller is a good guy, and if he says it's in great condition, it is. http://www.bassresource.com/bass-fishing-forums/topic/99891-fs-shimano-compre-2pc-66-mf-spinning-rod/
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This ^^^ Why the heck would you send it anywhere else?
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Sufix Elite, Sufix Siege, Trilene XL, Berkley Big Game, Trilene XT (in that order) Never used Stren, but it has a pretty loyal following so it's probably fine too.
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If you're looking for a bullet-proof spinning rig that'll outlast you, pick up a 6'6"-7' Ugly Stick and a Daiwa SS Tournament spinning reel. Now if you want something that'll actually be enjoyable to fish with, you need to be a little more flexible on the durability. Durability (like all features) comes at a price, and that price is often sensitivity and weight.
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Your stalker enjoys a snack or two while he's peeking in your windows.
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BPS has been using the same guides on the Carbonlite since they came out, with the exception of the micro-guides which weren't an option when the rods were first released. I'm not a huge fan of the guides either, but they're a big part of the weight difference between the Carbonlites and the competition. I've owned five of them so far (along with the Browning HiPower that uses very similar guides), use braid almost exclusively, and haven't noticed any abnormal wear in the guides over the past year and a half. As a matter of fact, I haven't seen any signs of wear at all. They may not survive being stepped on, but neither will Fuji Alconites, and with the Carbonlite's guides there's no insert to crack and fall out. They may not look very nice, but performance-wise I don't see any issues.
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This ^^^ Or, use the search feature. This topic has been beaten to death on this forum.
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I sold my Avids and replaced them with Carbonlites. They're as sensitive, if not more sensitive than the Avids, but a good bit lighter and far less expensive.
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I don't know what it is, but it appears to be looking at you...
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Since much of my fishing over the past year has been from shore due to my schedule, I rarely bring more than two. If I do bring more than two with me, I'll keep two with me and leave the remainder in the truck. Something for shore anglers to keep in mind, some states (GA included) have regulation in place regarding how many rods you can have in "public fishing areas". Here in GA you're limited to two for most freshwater, and only one if you're trout fishing.
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KSRonH makes a good point. Sensitivity generally isn't an issue when chasing bluegill, perch, crappie, etc., so there's really no need to tie up $80 in a rod for them when a $20-$30 rod will do the job just as well. Take the money you'd save on Rod #1 and add it to your Rod #2 budget. While it might not get you into LTB range, it might be enough to get you into Avid range, which is a noticeable step up from the Premier/Triumph/Mojo. The AVS68MXF is my favorite rod from the Avid lineup, and it'll do pretty much anything you'd want/need a spinning rod to do.
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The Premier, Triumph, and Mojo rods are all built on the same blanks. The differences between them are primarily in finish, country of origin, and guides. Triumph and Mojo are built in Mexico while the Premier is built in the US. Having owned all three I can honestly say that I didn't see $.05 worth of performance difference from one to another.
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I have an older pair of XTools floating pliers with a carbide cutter that does a great job on braid. Nice and clean. They absolutely suck as pliers, though.
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I wouldn't worry too much about the rust. The inside of the tank is just bare steel, so it's bound to rust when exposed to moisture. As long as the compressor motor is still running and putting out the CFM you need, it's fine. Just be sure to keep your air tools oiled. Put a couple drops of air tool oil (or a light machine oil) into the air fitting before hooking it to the hose and you should be fine. If you add too much, it'll blow out the exhaust and make a huge mess all over you and whatever you're working on.
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When was the last time you oiled it? Also, have you checked your compressor tank for water? Lack of oil and/or moisture in the lines will ruin a good air tool in a short time.
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Just be aware that some manufacturers (Shimano) won't warranty anything bought on Ebay.
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If you can see them, they can see you.
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On my little scale, a 5" Senko and 3/0 ewg hook weighs right at 3/8 oz.
