Fishin' Fool

It sounds like a potential bad batch of fluorocarbon. I would contact the manufacturer and describe what you told us. It may get you a free spool of line.

For sure wait until Black Friday. I recommend the Johnny Morris combos from Bass Pro Shop.

I'll second the grub. Great bait. However, you can save a few bucks buying the Cabela's brand (BPS, Gander Mountain, etc.) over the Kalins, Yamamoto, etc., etc.. Just my experience fishnkamp I haven't seen the grub brand make as big of a difference as the senko brand because it's a moving bait. Well that's how I fish it, slow steady retrieve. I know it likely depends on the time of year and water temperature to which retrieve is best.

You look like a seasoned veteran with those choices. They only thing I would suggest is bumping your 6# line up to 8# fluorocarbon.

I have two of the NRX 872s. I can't use a 7' rod anymore. As stupid as it sounds that extra few inches just feels right (I know, I know insert that's what she said jokes)

I don't have the information right in front of me but doesn't the 852 have the extra fast action and 842 fast action? Update- I just looked online that is how they are different.

I was thinking the same about a crankbait rod. The only other thing is maybe a drop shot rod.

For the money Bass Pro Shop Johnny Morris combos are a good way to go too. Other than that I'd grab a St Croix Avid X ML during TW sale and whatever Pflueger President reel your remaining funds can afford. Choice #2 is probably what I would do but if you can't wait 5 weeks option 1 is solid. Since you are newly back to fishing you may not know TW = Tackle warehouse . You're probably gonna wish you never learned of this place.

Nice work! My season stunk this year barely made it to St Clair about 5 times or so. Got the house ready to sell and still waiting for it to sell

That picture doesn't do those fish justice but I heard they had two 7 pounders. Did you fish the Monster Quest Larry?

I disagree with your comment. If I pay $550 for a rod that's crap. Either 1) It's immediately being returned or 2) I'm voicing my opinion that this rod sucks on whatever fishing forum.

If you're referring to the Wild Card thing it sounds like they don't do that anymore since Shimano bought Loomis. From what they said you get one free replacement. Who knows that will probably change by the time I need it. I didn't really buy with the intention to resell but in a way it was peace of mind if I didn't like the rods I could unload for what I paid or better. Now that I used them for a season they will not be going anywhere

I wouldn't pay full price either but if you're a savvy shopper deals can be found. I picked up my first during the Bass Master Classic weekend this year. TW had them on sale for 40% off. I picked up one more during the year from Monster Fishing Tackle. I paid $699 total for 2 brand new NRX rods. With the peace of mind you get with the warranty I would go that route all day every day. It seems like custom rods don't have much of a resale market.

You have the Black Friday sales coming up that would knock the price of the NRX down to around the GLX price. I bought 2 NRX'S this year both 872s and use it for many applications including drop shot.

From the techniques you described you would be best suited with 2 rods. 1) A medium or medium-heavy with either fast or extra fast action. 2) A medium heavy moderate to moderate fast action rod. In the Daiwa line that is considered regular action. Happy shopping.

What about the Fenwick World Class on sale for $200 on TW? I'd suggest the 7'2" medium.

Those are good but you need 3 more G Loomis NRX spinning and baitcast rods just because

The Xpeditor program through the G Loomis website is top notch. Another avenue might be American Legacy Fishing website and if you buy a rod through them they pay that $75 Xpeditor fee.

I have a regular action Daiwa Zillion rod that I absolutely love as my Keitech rod. I think that moderate fast action allows the fish to be able to grab that bait before I pull it away from them.

Where are you fishing for them this time of the year? Breaklines?

On the upper echelon of fluorocarbon lines. Good stuff.

Invest in Loctite gel control super glue and Mend-it and you will save alot of money in lures.

This is from a Facebook post but I can't find anything online yet either.

Hey guys , I've seen some chatter on Facebook about a new state record smallmouth caught on Burt Lk. The fish was certified at 9.98 pounds. Beat the new state record set last fall. You can probably find some information online.

Went that direction this season and so glad I did. Other than the initial setup costs no downsides only positives. I recommend using mono as a backer before you get into your braid. It will further help with the cost.