thunderblack

I did shoot the Sig and it was too small for my hands. Stinks because I went there planning on buying that one a while back. I ended up with the Shield plus over the Sig for sub compact. It was just more comfortable to me after shooting both. Both nice guns though. I held the EZ and liked it too but the sales rep made it sound like it was for old folks.

Super TY

I wish more manufactures would make 3 piece rods. Loomis has one option and most have zero or one option and very limited sizes. A 3 piece imx pro, or expride would be such a great product.

I was looking at those. They look really nice. I have a Loomis escape and would like to try a 7-6 in the SC avid. Let me know what you think of it.

Both are legit but I have only ordered from Tackle Direct recently and they are awesome to deal with.

Can I just start talking politics now and get this shut down? Come on man!

I have heard this will be industry wide. More manufactures will be doing this in 2022.

For this technique you want as much sensitivity as possible for the price. Daiwa Tatula cork spinners are awesome in 7'-1" ML or 7'-6" M/MF try to find a seller that has them and apply a discount code.

Shimano Crucial EVA black 6-10 M F jerkbait rod (spinning) I have fished almost every rod brand and type I can think of and this rod has been a favorite. Also a great find for $45 on clearance

Any guys own these? I have heard they are geared toward women or older folks (EZ )but I have checked out a few and man they are nice. I picked up a shield plus 9mm recently but still keep checking these out.

Kershaw Natrix XS. Perfect size and weight.

Have all but the vanford. Also have kage, Ci4 2500. I like them all for different reasons. Can't go wrong. The Shimano is nice because they can handle inshore duty as well. The LT is light and comfortable. Just bought a my first stella and wow!

Its been complete 467 times so far.

I would do one of these two - either just have TW replace or buy a $5.99 golden oak wood filler at your local hardware store. Apply a small amount and push into the crack. Then lightly sand and fish or seal with U40 cork sealer and fish (after filling with wood filler). TW has great service and will cover shipping and replace if it bothers you. You spent hard earned money on it so make sure you are happy with it.

Elmers Golden Oak wood filler interior. Awesome product!

Best high end rod - Megabass valkyrie mid range for small jerkbaits - Megabass ronin mid range for medium baits - Steez AGS or Loomis 842S Favorite length 6'-10 - 7'-1" in medium fast action (not XF)

OP, that tatula is leaps and bounds nicer than the fury or similar SC price offerings. Also Dobyns spinners you place your fingers right on the locking nut. Tatula has a super comfortable handle and is 2x as sensitive.

I'll check it out. Was leaning towards Daiwa or SC for the rod and a Daiwa BG for the reel. I won't need for a few months yet. Appreciate the link

I'm looking for a surf rod for sharks right now. Looking for something to throw 4-6 oz rigs and maybe 9'-11' long. I'm not looking to bring in any monsters but maybe 6' max. I want to soak a bait while I inshore fish for snook and redfish. I see a lot of sharks and want to hook one now and then.

I have a ML in 7-1 and use to have the 7-6ML/M . I also have these models in steez AGS and compile. I cant see anyone not liking these rods in tatula. The spinning rods are not too stiff.

Look at Daiwa tatula cork model in that price range. Killer rods for $150 range.

843 is hard to beat.

I have been super thrilled with two inshore rods (spinners) purchased recently. One is the Shimano Teramar XX SE M F 7' and the other is a Daiwa Backbay 7'-1" M F. They both will handle any snook, redfish, or trout you hook into. The Backbay has a double locking nut which is a really nice touch so your reel stays put.

Yes, they sent me a replacement guide for free and have always been friendly and helpful with questions.

Why can't a Steez AGS compile be added to the list?