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Awesome!!!! But any more you can add to help this jig virgin (uh, me. Doh!) is greatly appreciated. This is the last season I remain a jig and pig virgin and your piece gets one step closer. I won't even touch my trusty drop shotting rigs this season until I get my first jig bass. :'(

I keep a log of every fishing related book that I have read and on the log I store a breif note about the book and the book's ISBN number to help me find the books more quickly from the public library. Knowing Bass Keith A. Jones, PhD ISBN: 1-59228-616-X ISBN: 1-58574-523-5 paperback IB's note: A Scientific Approach to Catching more bass. It is a wonder how few bass anglers have taken the effort to read or find books like this. Their loss. This book dispels a few myths bass anglers hold true. Want to know which ones? Read the book!! J Largemouth Bass Don Oster ISBN: 0-86573-005-9 ISBN: 0-86573-016-4 (paperback) Successful Bass Fishing Ken Schultz ISBN: 0-07-057236-4 Circle on Bass - Bass Wisdom from a Master Homer Circle ISBN: 1-55821-463-1 In Pursuit of Giant Bass Bill Murphy ISBN: 0-9633120-0-6 IB's Note: Great Read Covers the stitching technique and how to anchor your boat. Another keeper. Bass Angler's Almanac John Weiss ISBN: 1-58574-214-7 Sow Belly Monte Burke ISBN: 0-525-94863-5 ISBN: 0-452-28715-4 Paperback IB's Note: Great book about the search for big bass. Not Bass books but still well worth the reading. Title: What Fish See Author: Colin J, Kageyama, O.D., F.C.O.V.D. ISBN: 1-57188-140-9 IB's Note: Tons of information about the color shift that happens underwater. While it mainly focuses on steelhead and salmon, the knowledge Dr. Kageyama imparts is invaluable for bass anglers too. BTW, there is a bass section that I found most informative. I have become a better angler after reading this book. Make better, more educated selections in your choices for lure colors. Title: How Fish Work Fish Biology and Angling Author: Thomas J. Sholsheth, DVM, MPVM ISBN: 1-57188-239-1 IB's Note: It turns out fish focus on seeing polarized light. This book, though informative is more technical in its style. If you enjoy reading technical articles, you'll like its format. I plan to buy this book.

JMHO, But they are ugly and this is coming from a person who normally takes function over form. With these reels, I can't. Also, how in the the world does Daiwa and Shimano make beautiful looking Mg reels that weigh less than 6.3 oz and the best Ardent can do is 8+ oz Mg reel? I'm all for made in the U.S.A., but they have got to compete in looks and weight among some things.

Awesome! Where did you buy it? Locally, I can only seem to find the standard Yozuri.

That would be good to know. And the hope of this thread is that people who own different reels can chime with the the lower weight limits of the reels they use. Hope more folks contribute. As for the Pixy, I know I'm getting one soon.

I was just thinking that this could be helpful for newbies looking to getting their first baitcast reel(s) and not be surprised that some reels may not fare as well as others the lower a lure's weight is. So making things equal, let's leave out line and rod action by noting that these two are given factors that need to be considered by the angler and assume that the right line and rod are used for the baitcaster. What is your lower weight limitation with the reel(s) you use for 1/4 oz and below? I know all of us will have different answers, but the information given could give others an good idea of what to expect for different reels. In my case: Curado D tosses: 1/4 oz - Easily, no problem 3/16 oz - Easily, no problem 1/8 oz - It can do it but maybe 70-80' max before trouble Pflueger Trion 1/4 oz - Easily, no problem 3/16 oz - Getting Iffy 1/8 oz - Asking for trouble, especially with wind Round Abu 1/4 oz - Okay, definitely excels at 1/2 oz and greater 3/16 oz - Getting iffy 1/8 oz - Asking for trouble, especially with wind. Forget about it. CardiffA 1/4 oz - Easily, no problem 3/16 oz - Fair 1/8 oz - Getting Iffy Curado BSF 1/4 oz - Easily, no problem 3/16 oz - Easily, no problem 1/8 oz - It can do it but maybe 70-80' max before trouble

Man, I was seriously thinking of buying a rh version (I prefer lefties) for my 3 year old son because I have noticed he is revealing a strong indication of doing things left handed for some things. (He writes with his right and prefers to reel with his right hand but prefers to swing golf clubs and bats left handed) This cheap reel would have been the ticket for me to fish opposite handed which I don't mind and also give him a reel to use. With your updated report, it looks like I won't go that route. Getting back to the thread, I don't think you could go wrong with a Cruxis or Citica. It is not too late for the rebate either.

That was awsome! I finally was able to see it with a faster connection. Ish is one of my favorite Bass anglers. HAHA! Now that I think about it they all did... That really does show how intimidating he is, if he's been brought up in every interview about how to be successful.. Very true. My take though is that when they mention KVD, on one side of the coin they acknowledge the prowess KVD has and on the other it is a way to be as respectful and courteous.

Knowing your budget is probably the key to any of us providing recommendations.

There still is time. The Citica or Curado of your choice. Nuff said. There are a myriad of posts to back this recommendation. Can't recommend other brands because I'd be blowing smoke up your sit down part since I've not yet fished with a Revo or Daiwa bc reel. That will soon change. I plan to acquire a Pixy and a Revo this year.

Now that is the bait monkey's answer. ;D Fishergirl, Fortunately for you I did some partial research in comparing the two: There are some differences. I don't own either and don't know if I'd buy either unless the price were right. Core Chronarch Mg Weight: 6.7 oz MGFV., 6.1 oz MG Weight: 5.9 oz Drag: 11 lbs. Drag: 10 lbs. Gear Ratio: 7.0:1 MGFV, 6.2:1 MG Gear Ratio: 6.2:1 Line Retrieve: 30. MGFV. 26 MG Line Retrieve: 25" Line Capacity: 10/110 Line Capacity: 10/105 Size: Cores are 100 sized Size: Chronarchs are 50 sized Spool: Magnumlite Spool: LoMass Brake Access: Escape Hatch Brake Access: Turn Key Side Plate Brakes: VBS Brakes: VBS Bearings: S A-R (Shielded Anti Rust) Bearings: A-R (Anti Rust) So the differences are (Core Vs Chronarch): * Slightly stronger drag (by a measely pound) * Slightly greater line capacity (but not by much) * Different Access to reel's innards * Shielded bearings * Different spool * Different Line Recovery, despite the same 6.2:1 ratio So if you all are wondering if the extra cost is worth it, you now have some more meat to chew to arrive at your conclusion. Other tidbits listed below: Other Core Features Ultra-Lightweight Magnesium Frame and Sideplate Magnumlite Spool Design Cold Forged Aluminum Drag Star Tapered Ti Levelwind Insert Instagage II (100FV Only) Lightweight Aluminum Drive Gear (100MG Only) Heavy Duty Brass Drive Gear (100MGFV Only) Other Chronarch Mg Features Clicking Drag Recessed Reel Foot

Could you rate their sensitivities from 1-10? And, could you add what lines you had on the reels? Thanks!! The Baitmonkey is rattling his cage, trying to coax me into buying a cumara. Too many rabbits in the neighborhood to have a carrot stick. ;D

Unless you 've got a Pixy ( it 's a lot better when you have 2 in use and an extra spare .... ya kow, just in case ). Ok, here 's the deal, your bait won 't go very far if you don 't have: 1.- The proper reel: some reels shure don 't shine when trying to cast light lures with them, it can be done, I can cast that original Rapala minnow size 9 with the old reliable Curado 200 and Curado 200B38, I can also cast it with my older than dirt Abus XLT with decent distance and not exactly a lot of effort. 2.- The proper line: well, you can 't expect your lure to fly away screaming like a bat out of hell when you 're casting it with 20 pound mono as thick as a rope. The lighter the lure the lighter the line. 3.- The proper rod: you can 't expect to see your lure flying away like a rocket when your rod has the subtle flexibility of a friggin pool cue, nah, it ain 't gonna happen my man. Lighter lures need a lighter more flexible rod, M/ML power rods can achieve what a MH can 't beacuse they load with the weight of the lure storing the energy and behave like a whip when they release the energy. You're ribbin' me because I don't have th Pixy yet. Just binding my time for the right price and a lefty to boot. It seems the red ones are more expensive and rarer. I just might have to find a yella one. 8-)

Only a few reels come to mind. It sounds like you need a Pixy. Not all casting reels are equal the lighter a lure gets, even with the right rod. The other thing that could cause havoc even if your reel is properly set to the weight of the lure is the wind. With the lightness of those smaller rapala lures, the wind can influence the cast considerably and in ways that the reel's brakes can't compensate. The idea of casting a 1/8 oz floating rap into the wind with a baitcaster doesn't sound like fun.

They are my favorite too. How did you get a mold for those? I'd be all over that. Thanks!

Glad it was worth the wait. Now if only the Shimano Rebates would come in. ;D

X2 x3 for sure. One question though. Is there a typo on the page? I thought Symetres were $79 and Shimano, like Loomis usually likes to keep retail prices the same. I could be wrong.

I agree 100%. Hats off to you and that Loomis rod will feel even sweeter because you earned it as opposed to having your parents buy it. Consider yourself a rarity among those your age.

Glad to see you resolved your issue. By chance, do you have braid spooled on your reel?

I'm in the same boat as you and even in that same time frame. I am not too concerned about it yet, but I will be when May rolls around.

If you have any experience in Ebay auctions, that is the enticing price before the battle begins. This puppy is probably going to wind up selling for about $165 but that is just a guess. Just watch the hour of bidding.

Certainly... Look for the bass on the other end. ;D Congrats on your latest acquisitions. 8-)

I hope one of the rod builders can help you out. I am not a rod builder yet, but I just wanted to say at the very least, thank you for your sacrifice. If you ever get stationed at Fort Lewis, WA, let me know. I don't have a boat but I know a couple of places we can land smallmouth bass from the bank. My treat. Stay safe and God bless you and your family.

x2 That needs an "Amen!" There are always exceptions to the rule, but all things being equal, I believe by default, if we all started that way, most of us would probably follow that convention. But since LH reels were so rare, many have had to reprogram/get accustom to fishing the "other way" that it is now ingrained and normal. Does anyone know if the person who invented the baitcaster was left hand dominant? I'd bet a floating Rapala Minnow on that.

There is a wealth of posts, some recent on this very subject. Give the search function a workout to find them.