kickerfish1

You bought a Curado L? We barely have the K model out.

Where does the different lie in your opinion? Thought about picking a second reel up but I have so many 6:? gear ratio reels.

Just 1 at the moment. Contemplating adding a 2nd...

ALX Zolo B Maestro spinning rod Shimano Stradic FK 2500 spinning reel Sunline Sniper 8# 3 to 4 inch tubes

Good tips. I have moved away from Tinypic to PostImage. Super easy to use and resize photos. Haven't had an issue and no cost to post photos.

Good to hear all is going well! Don't forget, when she is ready to take up fishing don't cheap out on her first "kiddie pole". Nothing under a MB rod/reel combo will suffice

I fish about 75% Shimano reels. Having over 3 dozen reels that is a lot of Shimanos. The rest are Daiwa mainly with a stray Abu round reel and a few Phfleuger spinning reels. What stands out to me about Shimano? For one the reliability and longevity. If I purchase a quality Shimano reel (not one of their cheapo-plastic reels), I know it is something that will last many years with regular maintenance and a little TLC. I have several E series reels that I bought years ago that still look and function like new. On top of longevity I also get consistency especially when I have the reel set correctly. It is pretty much set and forget and that is it. I have used other reels where I had to do some tweaking when casting into a wind or when I chanced baits but most of my E series reels don't. Not that it is important but I also know that there are many aftermarket options and tuning options for Shimano reels should I ever need them. Lastly, I know due to the quality and desirability I can sell the reel for a very good price, sometimes in certain cases they appreciate in value but nevertheless I know that I won't be taking a huge loss selling them. For the quality, construction, longevity, price, dependability, and function they are just hard to beat. Sure there are some models that aren't the best or ones that they struck out on but it seems like 9/10 times they are superior reels.

Only 19 inches? Around here that would have to be thrown back. Must be 21 inches or big to keep! All kidding aside congrats Justin!

Do it like Noah did with the Ark. Buy two of every kind

Can't fix stupid!

Mmm..."carrot sticks" and ranch dip. Nice source of Vitamin A.

I am guessing it would be around $200 to $250 if it was made using the Citica name. Also guessing there would be some plastic in there and it may not hold up as all long term. I am still baffled the Exscence went up so much. Pretty much doubled in price when they released the new model. I paid around $250 for both of mine new from Japan and now they are about $500. I wouldn't mind seeing them try some the like a Citica of Casitas DC with a somewhat agressive DC system.

I got this... Who: You What: Senko Where: Anywhere there is water When: 24/7

Sorry I cant help with exact rod but I would look for something not overly sensitive if it is for a 14 year old girl

Only seems fitting to bring this up now after the Discovery channel aired its "Shark Week"

Nice! Looks like one enthusiastic young fisherman. You taught him well!

I like the pointer variants. More colors and styles and less expensive. Also are more durable especially the bills. Seems to me I get bit more on the pointers then the 110s.

The last sentence could not be any further from the truth unless the individual is a rod builder and can do the work themselves or knows someone that will do it without charging labor.

For what you want I think the NRX 873 or 894 are the rods you want. Only downside would be the length if that is of any concern. The 895 NRX is very heavy in weight and tip heavy and rod that just is not very popular. The 894 will be more powerful then and 873 CRR. The 873 is closer to a 4 powered rod as it is a Carolina Rig Rod and not a BCR or Bottom Contact Rod. You want a custom that will be similar to a NRX - Probably run you $400 - $500. I love customs (This is coming from a guy with 4 custom rods) but they are not for everyone. You want a warranty? Sure on the blank but what custom rod builders will warranty your rod? Some may repair the rod if they can and some may offer you free labor on the building of a 2nd rod. Plus you will be waiting goodness knows how long. Why, because many custom builders have other customer orders in place so they will either have to work you in or get to in when they can. Most builders do this on the side in addition to regular job so it is not like they have tons of time on their hands. If I ask my builder for a custom the entire process is usually a minimum of 3 weeks to a month on the short end. Talk/email the builder what you want. Go over components and options for a day or 2. Then order all the parts for the build. It may take a week or so to get them if they have everthing in stock. Then the build process starts and you have all the fitment to do, and waiting for things to dry and setup. Lastly you have to have it shipped which can take a few days to a week to get to. Take your high end blank for around $150 -$200. Add in $50 -$75 guide set, then your trim pieces, grips and the rest and you can have another $30 - $50 there. Your builder will probably want a minimum of $75-$100 in labor, then $25 or so to ship. Add it all up an you are easily in it for around $350 to $400 on the low end. That price buys you a rep sample NRX give or take a few bucks. Unless you are picky about the asthetics, want a specific reel to balance the rod at a certain point, or have strong prefernces for full or split, cork or foam, and the reel seat you are probably better off with a shelf rod. Some folks could care less about these things but others are very particular. My opinion would be to buy a NRX and fish it for a bit. Say you pay $400 for the rod. I am confident you could sell it for $350. With you paying $25 for shipping you would be out $75 and you could spend the money to try something else like a custom. There is no perfect rod out there but if you have fairly deep pockets, the willingness to wait some time for it to be built and want something different then maybe give a custom a try. Good luck either route you go...

The location closest to me stopped carrying Daiwa gear last spring. BPS has gone down hill a lot the last few years IMO. Other than to see a product in person I rarely purchase anything from them anymore.

Both of those apps fish well for me on something in the 6 ratios. So if you like Daiwa anything 6:3 would be ideal. Your budget seems to be under $300 so you have pretty endless options. I don't believe there is a 'best' reel for what you want but besides ratio and price I would probably opt for something that is pretty solid with a mostly aluminum frame as opposed to something graphite or magnesium. You also want something with a very solid gear set that withstand the constant use of resistance baits. I would think any flavor of the Tatula platform would be a good choice as would the Zillion SV TW you mentioned as well.

You bought a solid spinning setup to use for finesse things. The outfit will allow you to do a lot but it won't be of much help around and sort of cover as it is more of an open water or sparse cover setup. Traditionally in fishing a MH is considered the most versatile for casting gear and a medium is for spinning gear. Unless you plan on adding a casting combo like a MH or fishing out a bit from the heavy vegetation/pads I would see about getting a Medium powered spinning rod.

Oooh a Megabucks landing net. Wonder if it comes with an oversized carbon fiber ITO handle? Put me down for two please People on this sight are asking for advice on $100 rods and reels. Some branch into the $200 and $300 range. I doubt anyone on here would buy a $400 net sober.

Never bought a true BFS reel. Was told all the cool kids had one and if I didn't get one the bullies were going to steal my lunch money and give me a wedgie. Decided on an Airy Red mainly because of the spool being one of the best. Need to find a rod but hey it looks good with the the furniture so it may be a "couch queen" for now!