The Fisher

I use an old Johnny Morris BPS spinning rod MF. Casts a mile, light, and strong

Thanks.....that helps a lot

I may have been under the wrong impression but I always thought backlash at the beginning of the cast is controlled by the spool tension or cast control and backlash at the end is controlled by brake settings. The SLX MGL 70 instructions say just the opposite. “if backlash occurs at the beginning adjust with Shimano Variable Brake System. If backlash occurs at the end, adjust friction cast control.” It’s my first Shimano. Is there something different with this brand?

Hags Tornado.....stands straight up and because of the ribs, any current wiggles it.....great colors too

Thanks...makes sense Thanks this is what I should have said in my original post “Extra distance with light lures” Think I’ll go with the Elite

Thanks, I guess I’m not looking at BFS, which I think is about 1/8 oz lures. Lightest I throw is TX rig 4” Senko with 1/8 oz tungsten. That new Shimano Curado looks good too

Looking for a light BFS reel. I see both of these get good reviews and seem to have shallow spools. Does anyone have a comparison or opinion on either one handling baits about 3/16 oz. or less?

Any suggestions for a rod and line? It weighs 1/4 oz

Zoom U Tail worms They can be TX rigged or Shaky rigged..... Slim and that tail moves like a belly dancer Found some on the auction site

With no boat, I fish several public ponds like the one you described. Ned Rig 1/15 oz. Z-Man Finesse Shroomz Jig Head with Z-Man Finesse TRD green pumpkin or California Craw. Also 1/8 weight with a black trick worm with either a 2/0 or 3/0 hook. A 2/0 you might need to cut the tip of the worm to get the point in the middle.

This is my ned rig rod. Daiwa LT 2000 spooled with 8# Suffix Nanobraid and 8# Invizix leader. Super sensitive with strong hook sets.

Thanks I have 2 of the old Tournament Pros and 1 Tournament Lite. I really like them. I was thinking for the price this might be a nice reel to toss small lures. At that price I might pull the trigger

Looking to buy a new reel for lighter baits. Anyone have some feedback on the Lew's Custom Lite SLP Casting Reel?

What is your favorite craw that has claws that float?

I use the Daiwa LT 1000 with 4# mono on my St Croix panfish rod

I use Jackson Pygmy Box Series lures and have stuck a couple of big pond bass

Usually 2-2 1/2# is the limit. Bigger ones don’t seem to go after the really light, small lures I throw on it. I have a St Croix legend 6’10” ML XFast for things like Ned rigs and weightless trick worms

I have a Tatula Elite ML Fast with a LT2000. I throw Midget cranks like the Jackson Pygmy Vib lure I got on EBay. It’s 3.6 grams, or .12 Oz.

I lube my reels every January. They have been sitting in my garage during the Summer heat in Texas. Now, I’m getting ready for the fall. Does the heat affect the oil and grease? Should I lube them now, too? Thanks for any info.

I use a Daiwa Tatula LT and prefer the 2000 for 1/16 finesse fishing

St Croix Legend ML 6’10” with a Daiwa Tatula LT 2000 For a less expensive rod go with the St Croix Mojo 6’10” ML I use 8# Suffix nanobraid to a 8# Invizix leader

Daiwa Fuego LT

I just encountered the same thing Blood blisters on the tail of the bass. Did anyone get an answer as to what might cause this?

Does anyone have any experience with these rods? If so, how do they compare with St Croix or Dobyns in the same price range.

I used the VMC Neko #1 but it just seemed too big and heavy. Switched to a Owner Mosquito Light and it works great.