Pantera61

I take extremely good care of my equipment, but accidents happen. The G. Loomis warranty eliminates any worries about actually "using" their equipment. Regarding the quality of high-end rods vs. custom made, that probably depends on the builder! Custom may be better, but "production rods" are consistent. I have a few GLX, all of which provide 100% satisfaction. I can't comment on Steez vs. G. Loomis GLX except to say, it just doesn't seem right to saddle a Steez up with a Shimano reel. That's a non-starter for me! : I'm sure you use your tackle. I get the impression you don't abuse your tackle, though. That is the difference. I'm sure you've read the posts of those who send broken tackle back to vendors that had nothing to do with the original sale.

Daiwa would only warranty the rod if you had the original or copied receipt. You have to send $30 to them and they would either repair or replace it ONLY if the rod was defective. Loomis also has this limited lifetime warranty but they have another warranty they call the Xpeditor warranty where you send them $50 and you get a brand new rod shipped both ways no questions asked. Warranties are a red herring. No one ever put a fish in the boat using a warranty. Warranties are an excellent guarantee people won't take care of their tackle. If a rod breaks and you send it back to the manufacturer they will know whether or not it's workmanship or materials. I had a Megabass rod, basically no warranty. I noticed a problem within the first week, contacted them, sent the rod back and had a refund in 3 days. They didn't have the specific rod in stock. On the other hand, had a good friend who had issues with a rod after the first year and it was manufacturer's problem he got squat. He won't be a customer again.

The only time I adjust the mag brake is based upon the wind conditions.

Referring to the information contained in the above thread, one of the worst things that could have ever happened to beginning baitcasters was coining the phrase "thumb the spool". Most newcomers clamp their thumb down on the spool way too hard. Disregard the term "thumb". Ignore the term "thumb". Apply light pressure to the side of the spool at various points through the cast and you will be forever happy. Well, Excuse Me for saying "thumb"! I was referring to the first individual who coined the phrase.

Referring to the information contained in the above thread, one of the worst things that could have ever happened to beginning baitcasters was coining the phrase "thumb the spool". Most newcomers clamp their thumb down on the spool way too hard. Disregard the term "thumb". Ignore the term "thumb". Apply light pressure to the side of the spool at various points through the cast and you will be forever happy.

per the revo manual, you set the mag brake to off/minimum then adjust the cast control knob. For the life of me, I can't understand why people get their knickers in a bunch trying to set a brake. You don't use the mag brake adjustment when you change lures of different weights, you use the cast control knob.

then it would be a garcia with better brakes. Yeah, that's about likely. Shimanos wear Revo pajamas and fall asleep to Revo night-lites

I wouldn't blow coin on a G-Loomano. Steez is a great rod. The Zillion is an extremely good rod at about 1/2 the price.

Shimano worship site? Interesting observation... It seems to me that there are as many guys who are hardcore Daiwa as Shimano there. Some of us just like a great reel regardless of who makes it Good luck to the Patriarch dethroning either of the big guys anytime soon... sub 7oz. or not I don't think it will happen... Shimano worship site? http://www.bassresource.com/fishing-forum/Templates/Forum/default/grin.gif

There ya go now, injecting common sense and fact into the discussion.

Ike's rods are not very expensive, either.

most kids I see these days could go without a meal once or twice a week. LOL, you mean they should be eating better. probably both and getting a little time tossing a ball or walking around a pond

most kids I see these days could go without a meal once or twice a week.

yes

Who buys a sharp stick in the eye for $950? Those generally come free of charge, I suppose. On another note, there are many reliable and reputable vendors who often charge significantly less than retail. It's one thing to have disposable income, it's quite another to dispose of it foolishly.

better than a sharp stick in the eye

I use the smallie beaver as a jig trailer, big texan and sprayed grass, does anything imitate a bluegill any better?

gam

It's not the outside that makes it beautiful. It's the performance that makes it beautiful. What could be more fun than that?

or more subtle

I like this one ...

Jackall generally makes a quality bait. Some are better than others.

1. There are 2 applications people have found the twitching bar useful: a. Frog fishing b. Jig fishing I don't know about America, but it doesn't take too much to order custom reels based upon an existing platform. I'm sure there would be enough anglers to commission 500 or 1000.

The Daiwa Light and Tough or S line have a good selection at a price that will keep you out of the poor house.

I don't approve of Hot Sauce. That and 10 bits oughtta get you a cup of coffee.