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Curado 200DPV (5.1:1) on a Loomis CBR843C. Bandits, Rapala Shad Raps and DTs

That's a nice set up depending on your intended use. The Summit is a high speed reel which is intended for applications that require a fast retrieve. If you are looking for an all around choice I would look for a reel with a 6.2:1 or so gear ratio as opposed to the 7.1:1 of the Summit. You may check out the Pflueger Supreme if you are sold on a Plueger. I would also look at Shimano Citica or Curado and Abu Garcia Revo SX in that price range. The Premier is a very nice rod, for all around use I would look at 6'6" or 7' Medium power fast action. JMHO

Very nice gesture CATT! Like Sam I also enjoy your posts as they are always informative and I respect your knowledge. Glad you sent Muddy that stuff......rumor had it he was going to use the leftover meatballs and I was worried all the fish would want nothing but Italian food....now the rest of us have a chance

I would go with a Shimano Curado (retails at $200). I would choose the 100D model for the rod and line you have. This would make a really nice set up.

I would get a med hvy rod (fast action) for the baitcaster since you already have med rods. 6'6" is a nice compromise length if you are going to fish from shore and a boat. The Bionic Blades are often on sale for $60. They have been on sale at the BPS here in Nashville this past week for $60 during the Spring Classic event. I think the Spring Classic Event in the Charlotte store is coming up in early March. You may want to check that out. Welcome to the forum and that is a really nice fish....congrats!

The Sahara is a very nice reel. I have one and think it's an excellent value. I think the med fast rod would be fine but 7' may be a bit long for shore fishing if there are trees etc... to get in your way. That would be the only reason to consider a shorter length. I really like St Croix rods, you can get a premier for about $90. If thats out of your budget the Bass Pro Shop Extremes or Bionic Blades are also very nice and are often on sale for $80 and $60 respectively This combo may be of interest to you: http://www.basspro.com/servlet/catalog.TextId?hvarTextId=59167&hvarDept=100&hvarEvent=&hvarClassCode=3&hvarSubCode=2&hvarTarget=browse

heavy rain BPS or Cabelas

You won't be sorry. I followed RW's advice mid season last summer and feel the same as fishbear. Like RW I use 6# on spinning and 12# on baitcast except one rig which has 50# braid.

I don't know about Da Bronx but us Statun Eyeland guys sure can speak just almost like it's spelled!

normal walnuts or pecans

I agree Ronnie.....whats up with that PFLUEger spelling, I think you got it right. Who would wanna buy something from a company that can't even spell their name where folks can pronounce it properly (unless maybe you're a Brooklynite)...Floooger sure does look more like its sounds

red head Long Horns or Aggies

Not sure of your price range but a nice all around spinning combo would be a Shimano Symetre Reel (2500) paired with a St Croix Premier Rod 6'6" MF. The reel retails at $80 and the rod at $90. At $170 this one would be hard to beat.

There was a recent thread where he seemed to be annoyed about something getting deleted. I don't remember exactly what it was. I hope its a mistake or he'll come back, he seems like a really genuine and knowledgeable guy to me.

fiberglass junebug or watermelon

Welcome to the forum

Trout.....you are a RIOT......better be careful messin with the big boys....I'm betting you ain't too sexy for your shirt

Dinks.....skunks stink ;D chocolate chip or oreos milk dipped or not

Ditto

I agree with Roadwarrior but don't overlook the Curado 100. It's smaller and a bit lighter. I would try them both at the store to see which you prefer.

Both.......why choose between those All time greatest Yankees or those stinkin Mets

DA BEARS Mexican or Chinese food

Hardbait Cubs or Cardinals

Hey Avid, just noticed the new posts on this thread.......bet all your trouble with the arm and the setbacks there more than likely messed some with your head.....I know I go up and down mentally when things get messed up with my crohns disease. Hope you're feeling better now and they got things on track for you.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY from another 1 out of 3!