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My dad is spinning only, and he just uses a standard 7' MH/F rod. Would he like a heavy rod for it? Most likely. But how often do you see a freshwater spinning rod, thats a H?

Activities eh?

I know all companies are slightly different, but most are generally the same size. I was simply trying to recommend you a good size for your spinning reels. But FWIW, and low memory line will do just fine on a spinning reel in the correct lb. test in correlation with the reel size. And I wasn't making a recommendation of line based on my 50e. I mentioned that because I use it for finesse tactics (which you mentioned) and it has very low memory (A plus for spinning reels) which makes it very good on my 50e. I was not basing any recommendation on me using it on a 50e. I have several spinning reels spooled up with InvizX, and I have found it to be the best for 20$ and under.

I asked the size of your reel to give you a recommendation of what size will handle with less issues, not about what size you can put on your reel. So I will just make little chart so to speak. Under size 2500. 6# Invizx 2500 and 3000 size. 8# Invizx 3500 and bigger. 10# Invizx

What size reel are you using? As a general rule, the bigger the spool, the heavier line you can use. Also, how much are you willing to spend? Nothing beats Tatsu, but it's expensive. For any finesse tactic, I find that Seaguar InvizX is simply the best out there. I have some 8# on my 50E and it's really a dream. Depending on spool size, I would try 6 or 8 pound InvizX.

This is gonna sound stupid, but my favorite Olympic sport is Curling in the winter. The strategy, and slow building drama just keeps me glued. I could watch it for literally hours upon hours.

Talent doesn't last forever. They thought he very would could be peaking, and looked to invest in their future with a new QB, Andrew Luck.

Their are no great baitcasting setups for that price, but you can get some workable ones. I would really try to spend more on the reel than the rod. Going cheap on the reel with make casting a pain, and sour your tastes for baitcasting forever. I would look for a used Citica, or a BPS Pro Qualifier when they go on sale, which is frequently. Spend the left over $60 on a rod that feels good to you, you can upgrade the rod later when you get more comfortable with casting. The Shimano Sellus is a decent rod for 50-60.

Deep, the endurances are a bit lighter and more balanced due to the smaller guides throughout the rod. They aren't "micro" but they give some of the same advantages, without it being unnaturally strong. All of the guides are either a size or two smaller. And I agree. You simply WILL NOT beat a Powell under $200, with the exception of maybe a Phenix Recon (Havent used one yet)

Isn't it weird how the word "weird" doesn't follow I before E, except after C?

The Sellus doens't even compare to the rods above, however SHIMANO does have good rods, Compre and above. I would get the SHIMANO Compre 6'8" M/XF with a Lews Speed Spool. That'll put you at exactly $200.

Its completely easy to maintain tension, just fight the fish like you normally would.

In your case then, i'd go with the H. Yes, the tip will recover a bit faster. It's not like your going to just stop reeling and give the fish alot of slack, as long as your reeling in the fish, the rod will bend past the tip, and into the mid section between the backbone and the tip.

What you're gonna need is some flukes. You're gonna wanna rig these bad boys up weightless, and tickle the tops of the grass with this. When you get to a hole, let it sink. deadstick it in that hole, and then proceed to tickle the grass tops with it on the way back. Then repeat.

BIG plastics, fished REALLY slow. Try an 8" lizard, or a big swimbait. Obviously you're bites will be few and far between, but they will be quality fish for sure.

2013!!! I dont know if I can wait that long... If you have any prototypes for em' I'll give them a real nice workout

The reason Powell rods are rated a little lighter is the fact that they have the XF tip, which will aide in casting lighter lures. Using a 1 oz weight will be a bit much for the XF tip on a MH. It will handle them fine, but if your going to throw 3/4 more than a 3/8, go to the heavy. More 3/8, go towards the MH.

Finger.... When you start to analyze that word, and say it alot, its sounds kinda weird, haha. Finger, lol

Are you going to offer a swept handle? I'd be willing to put a swept on on my Fuego and 50E for 79. Also, a really cool small edition would be to have an option for black an silver for the nut, but to have the nut ring available in several anodized colors to match your reel. The black and black is kinda bland. If you did that i'd be all over them.

J hit the nail on the head

I agree with Diggy. If these cost more than about $50, I wont purchase one. I can always order a Carbon Fiber handle from a BPS reel for a fraction of what one costs from Japan. Heck, the REVO store will have them available soon. The only reason I could see spending over $50 bucks would be the cork handles, but even then, I wouldn;t go over $75

I just slit the belly on all my swimbaits. It eliminates the need for a super wide gap hook. I also use swimbait hooks too, because they can come keel weighted, and they have the screw in for the nose.

Well, I havent had any experience with customer service, except talking with the owner about which model would be best for me ! I havent had to call them about a problem, but if I did i'd imagine the customer service would be top-notch, and I believe other who have used them said the same things.

Powell Powell Powell. I cant stress my love for them enough. The 704C will be exactly what you need, and will be a nice addition to your arsenal. If you havent read it yet, check out my review here : http://www.bassresource.com/bass-fishing-forums/topic/104608-powell-max-review/ pair it with your reel of choice and some 50 lb braid for that heavy cover, and you've got your self a killer combo.

I've never used the murphy, but any Powell is simply the best rod for less than $200. No other rods compare, and I will be purchasing MANY more powells in my future.