KP Duty

Let's see that B!

Don't have a favorite, but I do prefer a flexible wire. Picked up the Damiki TOT type 2; hopefully it has a nice vibe.

CX and CXX.

I saw the Tat X at BPS. Appears to be a Tat 100 without the dimple in the thumb rest, and has 2 less bearings for $149 vs $199. Not bad

You motor-boatin' SOB!

Received a JLS order last week. A Tat 100, a co I pke baits/hooks, and some parts. Picked up one of the Tats at BPS during the reel trade-in so I could use my club points.

Picked up a dozen A2's. 6 6.8's and 6 5.6's. Butter smooth...remind me of the old Chronarch 100a. They will be used for heavier baits with resistance. They aren't show trucks, they're boat pulling trucks 👍.

13 Fishing Concept series for me too. Interested to see what Rapala/VMC does with that line of reels. I do need a Steez CT to try.

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Here is AI's answer... To remove dried clear coat from a graphite fishing rod, gently scrape it with a razor blade, plastic scraper, or your fingernails. For stubborn residue, use 800-1000 grit wet sandpaper, acetone, or a red Scotch-Brite pad to lightly abrade the finish. Always use light pressure to avoid damaging the graphite fibers. Best Methods for Removing Clear Coat Plastic Scraper or Razor Blade: Carefully scrape the dried, flaking clear coat, especially effective if it is already peeling. Acetone or MEK: Apply acetone to a rag or cotton swab and rub the area to soften and remove epoxy-based coatings. Acetone is safe for graphite blanks. Wet Sanding: Use 800-grit to 1000-grit wet sandpaper for a controlled removal of the coating. Heat Gun: Apply gentle heat for 4-10 seconds to soften the epoxy before peeling it off. Scotch-Brite Pad: Use a red automotive Scotch-Brite pad to gently remove the finish. Facebook +6 Tips for Success Protect the blank: Do not apply excessive pressure when scraping to prevent scratching the underlying graphite blank. Test first: Try peeling the finish with your fingernail before resorting to sharper tools. Refinishing: After stripping, you can apply a new coat, such as exterior polyurethane, for protection.

Did you know that Pline CXX is also fluorocarbon coated? CXX advertises a 'tough coating' that is indeed fluorocarbon. I used fluorclear some 20 years ago, but moved to CXX for less stretch and more abrasion resistance.

The '26 IMX-PRO is so new I don't know of anyone that has one.

The 893 is a great spinnerbait rod. The imx-pro spinnerbait model (812c) is an XF rod like the 893.

S3 only in 5:1. The Tat is 8.1 gear and a solid buy. https://www.basspro.com/p/daiwa-tatula-ct-baitcast-reel-100828802?hvarAID=shopping_googleproductextensions&ds_e=GOOGLE&ds_c=BPS%7CShopping%7CPMax%7CFishing%7CGeneral%7CNAud%7CGoogle%7CNMT&gclsrc=aw.ds&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=19856021896&gbraid=0AAAAAD1TgtdWCKAjCeTkYd1YeAgiUDwo7&gclid=Cj0KCQjw1ZjOBhCmARIsADDuFTBXzp9PSt4QweS-svghXrHEWFuae6U-5km6vZU7U4fJPdOjNsVh_tcaAph1EALw_wcB

BPS has Tatula CT and Quantum Smoke S3 on clearance for $99.

Certate, Airity, and Exist sre made in Japan 👍

Since the Culprit is getting mentioned- are you rigging it correctly? The company illustrates it right on the package. You are supposed to rig the hook in the side of the worm...the side with the tail bend.

Be quiet about the fluke stick!

Try a Concept A2 for $79. Very durable...cast far for 1/4oz and up. https://www.basspro.com/p/13-fishing-concept-a2-baitcast-reel?hvarAID=shopping_googleproductextensions&ds_e=GOOGLE&ds_c=BPS%7CShopping%7CPMax%7CFishing%7CGeneral%7CNAud%7CGoogle%7CNMT&gclsrc=aw.ds&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=19856021896&gbraid=0AAAAAD1TgtdbZxAJagknsSLbI9xZGcb4T&gclid=Cj0KCQjwpv7NBhCzARIsADkIfWxnaGARP3GhFGzVfIR92hpiGcZZH-aJ84xgRekpb59GcKjSz_n-p3EaAisKEALw_wcB

Well, I do want to try a Hundo. Owners of them seem thrilled with the little reel.

Yea...I forgot to mention that.

The tat 100 and SV are smaller than the Zillion and palm better. Zillion has a couple extra bearings and a better spool.

I'm ready for a Sonar jammer to be released 🥷😁

Nice. I went when it was here in Tulsa. Crazy good deals to be had.