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I have soft plastics laying all over the basement floor, I've been cleaning & organizing my tackle.

Powell Diesel 705CB

I made a few video's a couple years ago cleaning a Daiwa Tatula CT, don't make fun of my video work. https://youtu.be/KtHVc9ZuYXo

Nice clean & simple looking reel.

Using Daiwa reels in 6:3:1

I like trying different brands, sometimes I use them for a few seasons and re-sell some. Then sometimes new stuff comes out and try out other brands/models. What I'm using currently: 2-Powell 2-Kistler 2-FXCustom 1-St Croix

Every piece of plastic I own in my boat, mine is overstocked currently.

Powell Diesel Crankbait Rod, $89.99. I know it is a cheaper rod but it is a great rod for the price. Respectively lightweight at 3.8oz and good quality built rod, I would recommend this rod to anyone.

Casting: Powell Diesel Crankbait Rod x 2 w/2-Daiwa Tatula CT 6:3:1 (2016-19 version) Kistler KLX 704 w/Daiwa Tatula SV TW 7:3:1 Red Spider (import model) Kistler KLX 734 w/Daiwa Tatula SV TW 7:3:1 Red Spider (import model) FXtreme MB71MHF(Gen3) w/Daiwa Tatula CT 7:3:1 (2016-19 version) FXtreme MB734HF(Gen3) w/Daiwa Tatula CT CS 7:3:1 (import model) Spinning: St Croix Victory VTS71MF 7'1 w/Daiwa Fuego LT 6:2:1

I'll tell you the Halo HFX isn't going to impress you or be any better than the Falcon rod you have. I ordered a Halo HFX spinning rod hoping it would be something special, but I was disappointed. It is a nice rod and all but it is a bit heavy in weight compared to other brands. I would go with a Daiwa Tatula before a Halo HFX for price comparison. I used a couple new Powell Diesel rods last year and I'm really impressed with them for the low price. I'm using them for crankbaits & bladed jigs. They also have a new lineup of the Naked series but I don't think I would like the reel seat.

I have this exact Daiwa Tatula CT- CS import model and has plastic type coating on the cork knobs. They don't get dirty at all and have had no issues with mine. I wish I would have purchased more of these reel models, they are one of my favorite reels I own.

I usually do mine each year in the winter. I will say that sometimes if my frogging reel gets slimed up throughout the season I'll do a quick exterior/worm gear cleaning and apply a light coat of grease.

I have 7 of the Tatula CT reels, they are a good solid reel. Only main thing is they can come in a bit on the light side of lubrication overall.

We'll 6-1/2 years ago I had brain surgery with partial tumor removal and went through radiation/chemotherapy. I went to hospital today and had my every 6 month MRI and got my stable report today. So everything is good and go to doctor in the end of January.

I'd probably say main difference is frame size/width/T-Wing and a bit of lighter reel with the Tatula CT. I don't think the T-Wing makes a difference in my opinion. The Team Advantage are a great reel regardless, they do have a higher bearing count than the Tatula CT. But I believe they were only made with 6:3:1 ratio If you like those Team Advantage reels keep a I out for decent used ones and clean them up/serviced and they should do well.

I had a couple of those reels before, they are a good reel back in the days. I would hold out if you really want that exact reel, you can find them on Ebay for around $50-60 from time to time. The Daiwa Tatula CT & Tatula 100-300 series are good reels and can pick them up around $75-125. Tatula CT & Tatula 100-300 series have different cosmetics & slightly differ on some gear ratio versions. I have several of the overseas/import models so they have different finishes that US reels and are a little more expensive. Cosmetics/finishes changed around 2020 on the domestic Tatula CT versions.

Never said I was a anti-vaxxer, everybody has their own personal decision/choice for themselves/family.

I'm in the 0 vaccine club.

Majority I keep around are #4 & #6 trebles for my crankbaits/lipless. I usually buy mine in a 50 pack. I have a few sets of both sizes stored in my tackle bag so I always have them around. Don't forget to get a pair of Texas Tackle Split Ring pliers if you don't have them already.

I did some of my first baits, it is a 3.75 Leech mold. There was a few I made with left over plastic when I made some 6" stick baits a while back. I was pretty happy how the came out.

Received my package today. Thanks Rick, much appreciated.

Cavitron, Strike King, Santone, Picasso Rusty Squeaker in 3/8oz size mostly. Colors: Black W/Red Blade, White, White/Chartreuse, Chartreuse I've tried a couple soft body frogs on a couple buzzbaits, they are hit & miss on the action/rigging on a buzzbaits.

Picked up a new spinning rod.

Sending my package out tomorrow.

Build quality is really nice and balanced great with reel mounted on rod you can hold rod/reel with one finger. I wish they had more model choices with cork grip. I'd say the rod action is stiffer compared to Dobyns or Falcon rods. Can't wait until next season to test them out.