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Hooligan - Very nice reply and it makes perfect sense. I was just wondering if anyone had issues similar. Thanks guys for all the input. I'm gonna give it one more chance and see how well we bond. If not I'll stick with what I like and sell it off. As far as handling and feel I really like the rod but as said it might not be for me.

Sorry guys not trying to start anything. I'm using Seagar Ab line in 15lb test and yes I checked and changed jigs a couple times and still had issues. I have used this same set up with everything from GLX 843 to GL3 844 and never had the issue. It very well could be me but I have a hard time beliving that when the problem seems to come and go with the rod at this point. I know it won't come out again until I'm just fishing. In my opinion it does seem to be a lighter action MH than Heavy. If the problem persists keep an eye out in the garage sale section.LOL

woops - line wasn't breaking. The jigs just came out it was almost like the 5lber came up seen the boat and spit out the jig. I set the hook hard and thought maybe I was ripping a hole in their lip and it was falling out but when this one came out the line was tight so I think it should have been ok. Switched out to similar Loomis and no further issues. The action on the GL3 lommis seems heavier.

Anyone have any ideas or similar experience. I purchased a new Powell Max rod 7' heavy and am losing fish. I am using the new rod for fishing deeper jigs 5 to 20 feet deep. I fished 2 tournaments this weekend and lost fish on this rod and only this rod. 5 the 1st day before I stowed it and 1 5+ pounder the 2nd day before putting it away. I like the sensitiveity and the way it handles but can't afford to lose fish. Do these rods have a slower action it's suppose to be extra fast. ANY IDEAS

Nibbles, Thanks you pretty much hit my plan right on the nose. I've never been on the lake so I was headed in shallow with a jig and flippin the bushes. I fished a couple years ago on KY lake and it did the same thing to me. Flooding and dirty water, hard for us Michigan people we are used to clean and clear water. Add any mud and we go to ____ pretty quick. If you happen to check this again did it clear up any down south by the dam? The lake temp really suprises me. We have a better surface temp here than that. we were close to 60 down on the indiana border over the weekend. Well thanks again and I will give you an update after the weekend.

I'm from Michigan and I'm headed down to Illinois to fish a tournament on Shelbyville this coming weekend. I'm looking for any helpful information from someone who has any clue on this lake. I'm figuring the water is high and pretty cool so probably a prespawn tournament but this is only a guess. I'm going on Thursday so I probably should have posted earlier. Thanks

I wanted everyone's opinions on a new jig. I'm going for the bluegill colors on a jig head that I can swim, flip, or use around grass. I just started hand tying my own jigs this winter and this is as close to a gill as I've come so far. Looks nothing like Cadman's but I was looking for general colors and simple to reproduce. His looks awesome but I'm not a painter.

Gentlemen, I need some help on 2 items. I'm looking to purchase a new Curado 200E7 and was wondering if there were any changes between last year and this year. I found a pretty good deal on a new 2010 model but if there were any significant upgrades I will wait until the new ones arrive. I am also looking for opinions on a new skipping rod. I mostly skip either frogs or ¼ to 3/8 oz jigs on a 7' heavy action casting rod Pfluger Trion and 65# Stren super braid. I like the back bone and power of the heavy action to get the fish out of the cover quickly. I do pretty good but have been looking at maybe going to a 6'6 to try and improve control or accuracy. I was also concerned with the stiff tip and wondering if subtle tip would help. I was think of a MBR784 GLX or NRX but I just can't justify the price and then not like it. Any helpful information on rod brand ideas and actions would be appreciated.

Gentlemen, I need some help on 2 items. I looking to purchase a new Curado 200E7 and was wondering if there were any changes between last year and this year. I found a pretty good deal on a new 2010 model but if there were any significant upgrades I will wait until the new ones arrive. I am also looking for opinions on a new skipping rod. I mostly skip either frogs or ¼ to 3/8 oz jigs on a 7' heavy action casting rod Pfluger Trion and 65# Stren super braid. I like the back bone and power of the heavy action to get the fish out of the cover quickly. I do pretty good but have been looking at maybe going to a 6'6 to try and improve control or accuracy. I was also concerned with the stiff tip and wondering if subtle tip would help. I was think of a MBR784 GLX or NRX but I just can't justify the price and then not like it. Any helpful information on rod brand ideas and actions would be appreciated.

Quit posting, those are all great looking and you know I'm weak and will want more. Awesome work.

I like them all so I can't wait to see them up close. Great work.

Oh yea can't wait to see more... Lavender shad is sweet.

I can vouch for BigM's clear coat. It is awesome I have 1 that I have been using a couple weeks now and I can't find any scratch marks from the hooks. I have brand name baits that don't last through a day of hard fishing. So whatever he says listen.

Just received the bottom 2 and they are better in person than in the picture.

Oh no no no I think the bottom 2 are mine and I can't wait to get them in the water. All of those are great but I sure hope those 2 are really mine because they look better than great.