mrpao

Dont forget about the Daiwa Regal LT For ten dollars more than the Revros, the regal is lighter and has more bearings. It has a bearing supported spool and knob. Also in the 2000 size there is little to no stem flex. It's hard to beat for $60. The bass pro Carbonlite 2 is almost the same reel in a white color.

The procyon rods are somewhat confusing. I have four the the first model 7' lite spinning. Did have two of the first model 7' med light inshore spinning- now down to one rod. A catfish wanted the combo and jerked it out of the boat. Two of the current generation 7' med light inshore spinning. Since I lost one of my first generation inshore to a fish, I figured I would order two of the current generation to replace it. They are totally different rods. Nothing like the one I lost. The blank is much thinner and the rod much softer. The handle is now much thicker too- which I dont like. It's not comfortable for me to grip. Also, even though the blank is thinner the new model is heavier. Probably because of the full cork. Overall, I was not too pleased with the differences. I was hoping for the first generation action with just a full cork handle but instead Daiwa changed the rod almost completely.

Shimano reels have white bushings the same size as the bearings- 4x7x2.5. Their shims/washers are copper or brass colored. You can also order stainless steel bearings online for cheap to replace the bushings. Personally I dont think it makes much of a difference. But I do hate any side to side play in my knobs. Shimming the knobs is a quick and easy fix.

I use both casting and spinning combos. Casting for normal size lures and spinning for the lighter stuff. 2X shimano aldebaran with 6'10" med expride. 10 to 12 lbs fluro. Daiwa exist LT 2000 with 6'10" med light expride. 10 lbs braid to 8 lbs leader.

I do 2/2 and use my left hand to feather the line and close the bail. I use reel 500 size on up to saltwater size reels. I also dont own rods that have more cork in front of the reel, than behind it - such as tatula spinning rods.

I've always had luck with tiny 3" trout worms. Berkley makes some small trout worms that would work well. Also the 1" gulp minnows would be great. They catch everything.

What are you going to use the 2 lbs line for. I use alot of 4 lbs line, but I only have two reels spooled up with 2 lbs test. I really have to watch my line for any scratches or abrasion with 2 lbs test. 2 lbs line can quickly become 1 lbs or less very quick. Even with 4 lbs line, I find myself retieing often. I usually check my knot after every bass.

^^^^That's what I was referring to in my first post. Shimano will gladly send out a complementary brake or two to remedy this issue. They have send me out parts before. If the OP is not happy with the looks of the brake, I'm pretty sure shimano will make it right.

If I'm correct they may both be made in China. To me, it depends on how you hold the rod. If you hold the rod with most or all of your fingers in front of the reel stem, then get the tatula. If you hold the rod with the reel stem between your middle and ring finger, or with most fingers behind the reel stem, then get the Zodias. Both are good rods.

Saw them the other week. Cool but nothing really special.

Bullfrog. Most frog can change colors a little depending on their mood. That is a distress coloration on one. Can't tell if it a male or female from the picture. Males will have a yellow throat and the ear drums are bigger than the eyes. Females will normally have that coloration with ears the same size as their eyes.

Just call shimano. They'll probably send you out another one if you need. I would just disengage that certain one. Usually I only use two brakes most of the time any way.

I would slowly bend it back into place. Most likely it'll be okay. Most guides can take some abuse. Earlier this year, I accidentally bent one of the guides on my P5 Landsat and had to bend it back. About 100 bass later its still fine. I had a 7' daiwa presso rod from Amazon come in with the first two guides looking like they got stepped on- completely bent side ways. I bent them back and still catching fish to this day on that rod.

I felt the 7' med spinning version last few times i was in the store. Quite nice for the price. Seemed fairly light and balanced in the hand.

Lately I've been on a finesse and ultra light kick. Hadn't really thrown a normal baitcaster in about two months. My local lake is pretty pressured from tournaments and weekend anglers. Also heavy summer time pleasure boaters and jet skis. Been having a blast with the lighter stuff.

Our stocker trout are fairly small. Usually 10" to 13" I use #4 mono on my trout rods with good success. I've tried trilene XL, P-line CX, Sunline supernatural, SOS trout magnet line, Mr crappie line. They all work pretty good. Supernatural is the thinnest, but you really have to watch for it for abrasion. Mr. Crappie line seems to be the thickest and a little more stiff. I've also used #6 Daiwa j-braid but went back to mono because it was easier to manage in the current.

The rod you have should be fine for light treble hooks. I use fast action light powered rods for bass all the time. I usually use #6 mono or fluro on my rods. Main thing i find is that make sure your hooks a sharp. Easier to penetrate and keep them pinned.

I throw small poppers, jerkbaits, crankbaits, spinners, spinnerbaits, tiny worms and craws. Pretty much, most things i can throw on a heavier outfit. I usually use #4 line on my reels. Somestimes #6 line around more cover. One of my bigger bass, 8 lbs was caught on #4 mono and 4" T-rig worm.

If you are fishing an open hook, the light action will have no problems hooking into a fish. I find the daiwa procyon fresh water version has a fast action and plenty of power to hook into a bass. Even with a light wire hook and small T-rig style plastic shouldn't be an issue with the procyon. Yes, light action rods do make it more fun. Next try an ultralight rod.

Carbon x 3000

For an inexpensive reel, I recommend the Piscifun carbon x. I started off with two reels. Now I have a whole fleet of them. I use them more now than my daiwa's and shimano's. They can be found for around $50, give or take alittle. Plus the spare spools can be ordered from piscifun for pretty cheap. If you order from Aliexpress, they can even come with a spare shallow spool.

Lately I've been mainly using light and ultralight gear. So much more fun pulling in even a small one pound bass. Hook into a better fish and a battle is on.

What kind of trilene did they put on the reel? XL, XT, Fluro? XL is what I would think the store put on there since it's the most limp. But just curious. XT and Fluro will be harder to manage.

^^^^ Great info. My stream trout rods are 6' and 6'6" ultralight rods. My pond trout rods are 7' lite action rods Different lures and lines for both applications.

Flicker shads and shad raps are my go to crappie crankbaits. They both come in a #4 and #5, which is my preferred crappie size. They can be deadly when the crappie are shallower.