lmbfisherman

It is funny, although I'm a Shimano fan boy, I don't push it on people unless they ask my opinion about the product. I don't try and sell them on marketing. (Especially the big 2 has fancy words.) I try and give a honest review. In the end though it is all personal preference. If you like the PQ 2, wait for the sale because in my opinion, if it is just as good as the previous reel, then great you have a work horse reel. This season after some off season acquisitions, my three PQs are now my back ups or loaners. The last 4 years they were part of my rotation that consisted of numerous high end Shimano. Not saying they are just as good, just rock solid performance.

I'm trying to talk myself not picking up more. ?

Maybe we are all assuming the IMX isn't significantly improved? ? Maybe they are just as good as the previous GLX? We can hope?

Ok all you Canadian Walmart, they have started their clearances up here. At least for me in Guelph. I picked up Rapalas half price...husky jerks, shadow raps, xraps, squarebills, rattling raps...etc. Some other stuff they sold out though.

Straight braid is fine. I've used hi vis yellow and still caught fish. I use leaders like Darren says, I use up the leader to make my braided mainline to last longer.

Sounds like you have a preference good that it works for you. But again you are making a claim and assumption that the PQ 2 without using yourself isn't well made or good. Ironically this reminds me of the Kastking thread in a way.

Yes I do have 3 PQ 1s and they are rock solid. Never fished a CT. Do you own a PQ 2? Comparing it to the CT? I'm trying to understand the relevancy of your question to me. I don't believe I said one was better than the other. I just see people making a judgement call without using.

Not saying the Tatula CT isn't better, probably is...but are you all basing on your experience with the PQ 2? Or just because it says Daiwa and Shimano on the reel. I really think you shouldn't make claims unless you used the reel too.

If you're going to use the PQ2 for jigs and after looking at your IPT I'd go with the 7.5.1 ratio. Like a previous poster said, you will just have to slow down on the bladed baits. I usually like using a lower IPT for buzzbaits and spinnerbaits and a higher IPT for jigs, senkos and craws.

I'd go with 7.5.1 but I'd double check the IPT instead of the "Ratio". When you go and get it exchanged, check the IPT on both vs the 7.1.1 PQ you have. Pick the closest one.

Don't worry about durability, although respectfully to Raul that seems like a one off "freak" accident. Although normally I agree with his assessments, just not this time. I have many Shimano non aluminum reels and they are just fine. I try and care no matter aluminum or composite not to drop them but it happens. Just last week I dropped a Chronarch CI4+ landed with the top side up. I did not see a dent or a scratch on it. Anything though can break if it get hits at the right angle or spot. The decision though you should be basing it on is your preference. If you want aluminum and like the feel then go buy an aluminum reel. It's your money.

If you like your fish and lures to "vanish" you picked the right line. Don't even use it for leader material, not worth the headache.

I think I will pass, may be my height. I won't go pass a 7'6". I think that is more than long enough.

Congratulations! I hope you catch many fish with your new stick. Those PQs are bullet proof! Enjoy the 2017 season, when it finally comes!

Sale ends Friday.

Easy a Metanium MGL and a Shimano Zodias Medium Fast for an all around combo.

My highest level rod is a GLX and I love them for bottom contact. kickerfish1 is spot on for the 894.

Hello fellow resident of the Great White North and welcome!

For 100 bucks I would've stated a Veritas or BPS Carbonlite new, if you're going used you probably can find a Fenwick ET, Crucial or Avid in that range.

Jigs and T Rigs would be my vote, if it has a softer tip than the action it states (XF) then I'd say possibly spinnerbait and skipping.

When I watch a pro, I try to listen to how he fishes a certain technique, I tune them out when they talk about their sponsors. I definitely learn a lot more from everyone here though.

Definitely don't get an Avid X you'll be in a different class. Triumph was like an ugly stik when I bought my first Avid. FYI you can get AVIDs for 100 bucks used.

The specs definitely is a light lure rod. If you aren't going to go that light, I'd definitely sell it. I'd use that for drop shot and small spinners.

I really don't care for Amazon reviews. As for Shakespeare, nothing is wrong with them. They can catch fish like any other rod, if you like'm go ahead and use them. Personally after buying my first Veritas at 40 dollars, it opened the door for me and haven't looked back. The Veritas was so light and way more sensitive for plastics, I was like WOW. This is what I was missing. So I can't see myself going back to Shakespeare, Ugly Stiks..etc unless I need an a beater rod for cat fish or carp. That is rare though as I spend most of my time bass fishing.

Hey Icemonkey...good to see another tortured soul, having to wait for bass season to open up over 3 months from now. There should be lots of places to choose in the GTA to see a NRX. The one that gets the most attention is Pro J's. They carry a lot of brands and they carry a good inventory of G Loomis and Megabass I hear. I haven't been there myself. I live in Guelph, so I don't go to the city much. Natural Sports (Kitchener) carries them but they don't always have a good selection of Loomis rods to check out. It would be hit or miss, Hamilton's Fishing World usually carries a decent selection of Dobyns, G Loomis and St. Croix. Call ahead of time and ask if they have any available in store. My vote would be to get the MGL HG or XG from Japan and then get a NRX. I own the MGL and it's just unbelievable, that is all I have to say. I haven't caught a fish on it yet, I've only just tested it with a practice weight and thrown it on the local rivers using a Mepps, still too cold to catch anything but casting and retrieving is just a pleasure.