coolhandlala

I don't think anybody in their right mind would say to go out and buy a $400 glx to use for crankbaits. You need to take into consideration what you will use the rod for. A rod used for plastics or jigs yeah you want to most sensitive rod you can "afford" for some that may mean a GLX and for others that may mean a crucial. Is the GLX better? Of course, but if you can't afford it don't even waste your time looking. It is like buying a car, of course you would love to buy the benz but the chevy is still a great car, and if you can afford the chevy but not the benz then don't waste your time. IT IS ALL PERSPECTIVE!!!!

you don't need anything fancier than a citica whether it is a D or E they are great reels to start with. I bought 2, 2 years ago when first leaning to use a baitcaster and they are very easy to tune and cast without backlashes. If you like the citicas then you can go ahead and spend the reel money on a chronarch, revo, zillion or some other sexy reel, but at first stick to the easy ones. I would say listen to RW he will not steer you wrong.

My brother-in-law just got one and we messed around with it on sat. Yeah you are right it is basically a nicer uglystick. For the money it is a very nice rod. My problem with it is it still is quit heavy, not as heavy as a ugly stick but you can tell it has more than just graphite in the blank.

I tried dropshotting from shore today at a pond by my house. It doesn't work. I couldn't keep my bait from sinking to the bottom. I am fairly new to dropshotting but my guess is I need to keep the line tight, so from the bank you don't really have a good angle to do it. Anyone else try this. I may try usung a floating bait next time. I was very bummed b/c I was trying out my new legend tournament DS rod.

I am fairly new to dropshotting and am wondering what size hooks to use I should use. I have been using #2 DS hooks, but is there a size that would be better? Has anyone tried the "standout" hooks?

my mistake IPC not ART the ART is on the LT models and up. I have a both the ac in a casting rod and the avc in a spinning rod and I can't tell the difference The AC I have is the 66mf casting and I love it. It can do just about anything you ask, within reason of course. It is a great all-around rod. If you keep you eyes out you should be able to find 1 for around $90-$120.

I believe the AC is the model before they developed the ART technology. Other than that I think they are the same. If you go on ST. Croixs website it explains what the ART is.

does the u-40 cork sealer darken the cork like other store bought sealers, or does it leave it looking the same as it did when it was unsealed?

I would take advantage of the trade in program I have done it 2 times and it is a great program.

Sounds like a perfect rod for DS to me I have a Avid 68mxf that I use and I love it. I have heard that carrots can be a little stiff, but that is probably the rod you would want. For about the same money you have in that you could look at an avid, I love mine, but I am sure CS are nice rods too.

If you are going to compare a quantum reel with the stradic it has to be the energy. Those 2 reels are very much on the same level, after that it is all personal preference.

I think I would go with 10-15 lb braid of some kind.

go to www.ohya.com and login: customer password: preferred and you can get GLX's in the $270- $280 range. They also have some IMX and others at awesome prices.

I just bought my first daiwa reel this spring and all I can say is now I have three. They just seem head and shoulders above the rest in tolerances, quality, and smoothness. I think I would go with the HSTA.

I am considering getting a energy pti-A (last years model) cabelas has them on closeout right now. I have always used shimano in the past. How do the sizes compare from 1 to the other. Is the energy 30 about the same as the shimano 3000? Cabelas has them for $90 with free shipping, is there anywhere selling them cheaper? I know why not just stick with shimano? Well, why not try something different? Just thought I would branch out and try something else. At that price I think it is worth a shot.

Expensive- Loomis, St. Croix Inexpensive- Shimano, Fenwick

I prefer the 5600 series, it has more line capacity than you will ever need. I have several c3's and c4's and I prefer the c4's they are smoother and just feel better, just my personal preference. They are both awesome reels that don't cost a lot of $.

I already read the TT reviews that is why I am asking the question...TT didn't really answer it. It osunds like they are in love with the DSR820GLX, but I may have to wait a little lonfer to justify that purchase. It sounds like either would be fine for both apps. so maybe I will just keep my eye out for 1 at a good price and let that help me decide.

At some point this year I would like to get a dedicated rod for dropshotting and shakyheads. Does anyone have both of these? I was looking at the dsr820 and the shakyhead rod that has comparable line and lure ratings. I am just wondering if there are any major differences in the actions and powers of these rods. Are the tips similar? I have fished a dsr820 and I loved it, but the shakeyhead is $20-$30 cheaper. Just wondering what one would be better for both applications.

Thanks Natural and RW I just ordered a GLX844 from ohya.com Natural-- Sorry we couldn't do business, maybe another time

If you need a crankbait rod ohya.com has them for @$175, a little much for a cranker, but perhaps the best out there.

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thanks RW I am eyeing 1 from ohya.com for 275 but I can't decide btween the 2.

other than 6 inches what is the difference in the way they fish? I am going to get 1 or the other but can't decide. I will be using it for jigs, worms, and some light swimbaits like money minnows and such. any info would be helpful considering I have to order whichever one I decide on and have never played around with either.

St. Croix or Loomis