earthworm77

Check out the Tica Cetus SB500 spinning reel. I've used them for a couple of years. They are really great little reels.

First off, I will absolutely keep this civil. Please understand that my posts are based on my experiences both as an angler and as a custom tackle business owner/reel service shop business owner. I've seen both reels and many others and I am basing what I say on experience with both. 4 or 5 years ago I ran 6 or 7 Stradic's personally which I changed to Stradic Mg's and ultimately the Stellas and Sustain's I currently use. If I had to recommend a reel to anyone serious about spinning gear it would be the Stradic. It is simply a proven reel and there is no disputing that. Verm this is your quote is it not? Advantage Shimano: 1. Lighter 2. A bit faster on the retrieve Advantages Quantum 1. Stronger by far 2. Beautiful titanium finish which just doesn't scuff (incredible) 3. Bail closure without manual tripping - so cool! 4. Smooooooooooth You'll notice you wrote on point 1 under the Quantum Stronger by far. This is what I questioned you upon. I wasn't sure you didn't know that the titanium was only a coating, therefore there is no added strength to the reel that makes it say stronger in nomenclature than any other reel that doesn't sport some high tech metal composite make up. I am curious as to what "tests" you performed with both of these reels to qualify that the Quantum is stronger by far. I'm sorry but it seems ridiculous to see someone make that assertion. What were the parameters of those tests? Other than getting run over by a truck, I don't think many, if any reels would break, especially the reels we are talking about. I used mine competitively and beat them up good without any failure ever. I'm not saying another brand won't perform the same as far as holding up but to make a bold statement like stronger by far, you must elaborate a little. Regarding the PTi, the reel is not any stronger and being smooth is inherant to most mid range reels so it isn't like this is a special trait either. come to expect it when you pay 140.00 for a mill. Now, that bail thing is cool but the coating thing doesn't impress me. So it comes down to brand name and I feel most anglers associate Shimano with high quality. No doubt one of the top two companies in the industry, the other one begins with "D", not "Q". Now, knowing that most anglers do not clean their reels regularly based on what I see coming into my shop, guys in my clubs etc. the Shimano oil port is extremely functional on those reels. A little lube when needed is better than none. That is not a gimmick function over form. The gimmick I'm talking about on the PTi is the funky color coating and a finish that peels easily. It is made to sell reels. Judging from the failure of this coating on reels I see quite frequently, they didn't get it right. .......Remember, right now we are talking about Stradics and PTi's, not 450.00 Calais reels that likely have the coating done correctly so it won't peel. (I have no experience with those American Calais reels, as I use the shimano Japan version. As of now unless my Antares reels have it, I didn't even notice it.) I assure you it is not a selling point for the Calais. Oh and those Energy reels? Another story altogether. I'm not saying your reel is bad, I just don't think your info is factual. I see it based more on your opinion of something you own.

Is this book out of stock? My paypal payment was refunded today. I'd love to be able to support a B/R sponsor. Let me know what is up.

redneck, if you keep it protected it should not degrade.

Someone made an inference that the Quantum reel was much stronger, I will call you on that to back it up......... it features titanium coating, not titanium make up in the frame so that is false. The Energy PTi utilizes a hi-temp titanium deposition coating for increased abrasion and corrosion resistance. However, I'm seeing on the reels that are coming in to my shop that this pretty coating peels very easily and after time becomes discolored. The Stradic reel doesn't rely on cosmetic gimmicks to catch the anglers eye. It is a great design made better by small common sense enhancements such as the external oil port, titanium lipped spools(Mg) and quick gear ratio and overall dependibility. Like I said earlier, it is the standard for which all spinning reels ahould be measured. For 119.00 the Stradic is the best bang for the buck. At 139.00 for the Quantum if I wanted to spend that much money, I'd save a little more money and get a Shimano Sustain over the PTI. For comparable money, the Stradic Mg features a nifty magnesuium constructed body and weighs in lighter than the standard Stradic. It is obviously personal preference but some of the things being said in previous posts are not accurate.

Gambler Swim Blade

Storm Lil Tubby

Those companies make some good baits but why limit yourself to the mass produced brands knowing that the guy in the next boat can throw the same thing you are. I learned early on to be different is to be successful. Go explore some lesser known manufacturers, better yet a garage hand pour operation.

Ozark tackle plastic and super salt. about 60/40 ratio. No softener ever.

Scrap it and get some Hybrid or Hybrid Soft. Generally my rule of thumb concerning line is this.......When it is on sale, there is a reason they are trying to blow it out the front door. That will translate into poor performance for you in the long run.

I have a quiver full of 7ft MH and Heavy Kistler Helium LTA's. I take my pick from about 8 for worming and jigging.

bring it back and get a non quantum reel Trade it in for a Curado

Matt, I'm a Shimano guy but more importantly I service close to 500 reels each winter. Very rarely does a Stradic come in needing anything other than a clean/lube job. I can't say that for most other brands. In the grand scheme of things if I was looking for a new spinning reel I would only look at Shimano or Daiwa. Nothing else out there is close. There may be other decent reels but nothing on par with the Stradic. It is funny, I think most anglers would agree that the Shimano Curado is the measuring stick that all bait casters must compare to. My opinion is that the Stradic is the same for spinning reels. Look at the stradic Mg's, I think thay have that handle the way you prefer.

While I agree that sunlight plays a role, warming water temperature is the reason for a migration into the shallows. There are likely many variables and no single variable is reason enough alone but I feel that the temperature is the strongest draw.

OK, I'm in

I used to run Deadbolts. I have 6 of them. They were great foir 2 full seasons and in the third, I had the gears crumbling on several of them. They were all $hitcanned in favor of Stradics. I wouldn't touch anything from that company again. Ever!

It will be in Wal mart soon, I've seen the chatter jerkbait there already

I make custom jigs with a blk nkl Gamakatsu round bend hook. They don't get sharper or better than that. www.micromunchtackle.com

That may be true but the quality of the lenses will vary by company. Some are more resistant to scuffs and scratches as well. So my answer to your question is that they vary greatly depending on brand. I like Solar Bat and Costa Del Mar.

Flip that El Gordo with a Gambler Florida rig weight and TTi EWG. The color is a great one for down here.

The silver one is the Mg.

I don't think that sharing is bad, please don't get me wrong. I think being too specific with the wrong people is what will ultimately be detrimental to my own fishing. You have to know who you can trust. Remember that shampoo commercial about some girl telling her friend and So on, and so on and so on........until 100's of people were in the loop. That isn't good for your honey hole.

Does anyone here feel that the employees First Amendment rights were violated?. I heard some people on cable news arguing that his right to free speech was violated. This individual chose to add his/her personal opinions or feelings into a business dealing and thus came off insensistive, rude, crass, insulting, ignorant and disrespecful. That individual whether reflecting the beliefs of that company is a representative of a professional organization. Behavior like that should not be tolerated. That is not how you deal with customers. The resulting termination is warranted and not a violation of free speech. I was police officer for 12 years. I couldn't just go around and tell people they were scum of the Earth...well I guess I could have but there would have been repercussions. Free Speech is great but you can't simply interject your fellings in every situation without worry of stepping in $hit.

The only thing that is the difference between your honey hole turning into a community hole is your mouth. I'm well beyond the time where I wanted people to see what I was doing. When I shut my mouth my fishing got even better.

Here's something to think about. While the trout swimbait is an obvious option, how many other guys who hit that lake each day are also throwing it? You are beating them up with only one genre of bait, often a switch toi something else will trigger the action.