=Matt 5.0=

"It's not uncommon for snowmobiles and all terrain vehicles to go out onto the lake this time of year. However, those vehicles are lighter than cars or trucks." Sad that they actually had to explain that to the average person....sigh.

Palomar 100%, are there any other knots???

;D Cuz that's how we roll! That's what happens when you mix one part Foster and one part Burrilville.

DANG! Nothing like a rusty treble hook to end a day on the water!

Russ, I was going out today (saturday) to try and find one in person. Went to Quaker Lane yesterday, they don't carry Daiwa.

Well, I tried both the Stradic 2500 and the Catalyst today. I have to say, the Quantum pretty much felt like crap compared to the Stradic. I'm on the hunt to try out a Tierra tomorrow, but right now the Stradic is looking good. No foldable handle either 8-) Tried it on a Loomis GL3 and it was pretty sweet....shhhhhhhh don't tell the wife.

Very rare for me to lose a lure while bass fishing. I tie a palomar on braid, so I usually straighten the hooks before anything else! Saltwater is another story, even a palomar on mono I have lost some stuff. I remember throwing a new Kastmaster one day into a pretty strong wind, all I heard was "SNAPPP" as the line broke and my shiny new lure went about 200 mph into the surf...lol ;D

Can't believe you didn't go overboard for that thing

Zack, it was sarcasm I don't own one...

Thanx Raul, but I need a 2500. The difference in price isn't much more. But, since we have a 4 month old son, it's hard to squeeze the extra dough.

Bummer :-/

<<<<<< Please refer to my avatar 8-) I'm also partial to laydowns and boat docks.

What's a baitcaster?

Truth 8-)

Is there a machined handle available for the Stradic? Why would there be one on the Symetre and not the more expensive Stradic? It's a pet peeve...sorry 8-)

Guys, thanx alot for all the input. Let's keep it civil, I know we are all passionate about our favorite companies. I just wanted honest opinions and you all came through again! Let's not get this locked 8-)

Did someone say lilly pads???

Thanx for the input guys! This site is fantastic, real people with honest opinions! My only problem is my Shimano dealer doesn't carry Quantum and vice versa. I'll have to go to two tackle shops. :-/

Thanx RW.... decisions decisions.... 8-)

Sexybassgirl got me thinking. Alot of you recomended the Stradic over the Tierra based on the fact that the Stradic has been out for awhile and it is proven. My question is, can you get the Stradic with a machined handle? I can't stand a reel with a foldable handle. I am leaning heavily twoards the Quantum because it got better reviews on Tackle Tour. Thanx all.

I voted Daiwa since that's all I've used for the last 15 years. I am picking up a Quantum Energy soon, time to step up into the $100+ bracket.

I have boat ***...

Maybe he was tossing "Gulps" I had alot of success last year with them...

Haha! No chains allowed at Big Brown! ;D ....and, my grandfather didn't carry a pocketwatch, but how's this? He was a cool cat.

Just found these in a box while cleaning the basement...LOL, back in '99 I was working in Ft. Lauderdale. These were taken on a rare day off. My buddy and I went to the Loxahatchee wildlife refuge for some bass fishin. Got some extreme closeups of some 4-6 foot gators. This was my first FLA bass and the other is an Oscar. Those little buggers put up a fight, Dang! I just realized that this was about 8 years ago, and I still have that shirt. :-? You can also make out my Kershaw Ken Onion speed safe knife.