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I was looking to throw 1.5s and similar mostly.

Welcome! Rob

I like full cork handles but not that big of an issue either way. I’d say 75% if mine are split handle now.

Excellent Analysis. I have a jerkbait rod I love already (extra fast) Look into this rod for square bills, lipless etc. something for shallow river crankbait fishing

Rod is listed as a top water/jerkbait rod. I’d like to use it for shallow crankbaits. Squarebills mostly. IIt’s medium moderate fast. Buddy of mine has this rod for trade and I’m looking for a shorter crankbait rod. Anyone had experience with this rod? I already have an extra fast mojo bass jerkbait rod I love. This custom lite would be an off label use.

Great video A-Jay. Thanks for sharing. I always enjoy your content. Rob

Just seeing the new update I already love it!!!!

I’ve seen plenty of old trackers that sit out in the rain and snow all winter without covers and guys take them out and fish them in the spring. Parking it in the garage is well ahead of the curve my friend. I just park mine and don’t think about it for a second. I fish a lot in the summer so it gets aired out going down the road/and fishing. I see no need for anymore maintenance to be done.

Alberto knot. I hate microguides so no issues there. I use 4 foot of leader and just cut it off as I change out lures thought out the day. I like mono leaders. No flurocarbon here.

I bought a 2005 chronarch the other day in a lot of 4 reels. It’s great! If I didn’t have like 11 or 12 reels already I’d keep it.

I have been staring down a tranx 301 online a while. I am very tempted to get it. I’ve got the 401 now and I’m reading 301 is just about same size just narrower spool. The 201 k plams much easier than the 401 does. I was thinking something like bb1 pro or tatula 200 be more comfortable throwing all day. It’s really me trying to speculate without seeing 301 in person yet. Wish I could find one locally to hold.

Nice!

I actually got 3 swimbait rods off a guy for $20 total. Each needs a new eyelet. 1 victory and 2 mojo bass. Sold one mojo and gave mojo to my buddy. The tranx 401 is a great reel but a bit big/heavy for all day casting I’m thinking. It pairs up better in my 8 6 musky rod anyways. I’d really like to get into swimbait fishing this year. I’m either going ti trade for this bb1 pro or trade for a Shimano curado k hg. I’ve got the curado 200 6.2 to try as well.

Nice! I have been looking at that tranx 301b for months. I might end up with it eventually

Has anyone used a lews bb1 pro as a swimbait reel? Buddy of mine has one he’d be willing to trade me for different reel.

Nice job man!!’

Poor thread is dead as a doornail. I will do better post in it in 2026.

I have emailed the pictures to myself and gmail resized to medium or large will work to post pictures.

I bought or traded for 8 new rods and reels this winter. I have been mentally sorting out which combo to throw each lure on. I have a Dobyns Kaden 735CB i bought and thought I'd try throwing chatterbaits on it. Anyone have experience using chatterbaits/jackhammers on the 735CB? Rob

I go with my gut in situations like this. Guy is giving off bad vibes and being pushy I'd just never talk to him again.

Do you want to give it to him?

Yeah I’m more worried about dialing in the baitcaster and getting a feel for the rod than the first catch. I’ll throw the lightest and heaviest lures I think I’ll use and see how that works.

I caught a few smallies around 2.5-3 lbs this year. Nothing remarkable enough at the time to weigh. Green pumpkin tube.

Welcome to BR. You’ve picked a great place to learn.

Nothing beats a float down river with 1-2 rods. Its the simplest and most productive fishing I do. Causes me to get creative and cover a bunch of water in a hurry. I fell in love with bronzebacks in a kayak. Kayak fishing is the foundation for all the fishing I've done since.