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So it would be 14 lb mono or 65 lb braid ? Or do I have that backwards. It’s about the diameter then

Question has anyone looked at the black bass rods from st Croix ? St. Croix RodBlack BassBass-focused. Extensive. Progressive. Buy if you’re seeking a wide selection of technique-optimized high-performance bass rods with exceptional ergonomics and aesthetics at a great price.I just noticed the jump in the recommendations for line and I noticed a drastic jump. For instance the 7-2 mhm lure weight 3/8-7/8 oz they recommend 12-20 but then the 7-3 mhf lure weight 5/16-1 oz they recommend line recommendations is 14- all the way to 65 lb. ??? I don’t understand why so drastic increase. Can someone please explain.

Hello thanks for asking. I haven’t got out yet to try it. But If it fishes as good as it feels and look watch out lol. I can’t believe how light it is. Like a feather

Thanks I heard Dobyns are good rods also but I don’t think Cabela’s handles that one. Im trying to find out now if there is a way to differentiate mono from Fluor I have some on a spool but I forgot what it is

I feel your pain. Honestly sometimes I think God hates me. I gone a whole season already

I hope so thanks

I wanted to get the black base series rods in a medium heavy moderate action so I went to bass pro website Cabela’s and seen a 7-4 medium heavy moderate. I got a good discount on it so I ordered it yesterday. Today I went to st Croix web site to farther check on specs and they don’t make a 7-4 mhm in carbon. They have a glass in 7-4 mhm but bass pros website does note list it as glass so I went to cancel and told them the issue and I was told that any order over 10 minutes can’t be canceled. Are justice system should be that fast. Anyway it looks like Im getting a glass rod I wanted a rod for chatter baits any opinions would greatly be appreciated thanks

Does it come in different colors

Thanks Im not out long so the balance i really don’t notice

@Standard how do you like the glass rod from st Croix? Is it a good rod for chatterbaits ?

I ended up getting the 201m I was worried about the amount of line it held. But now Of course I wish I got the 151 or the 70. Im trying to find a good composite rod for it thanks everyone

Im thinking of getting a new reel but confused, so many to choose from. My goal for this reel is for throwing 1/2 oz or lighter chatter baits on a 7 ft -7-4 glass rod The reel is the curado 151 mgl I see a 151 m also , so I did a search on google for the difference between the mgl and the m. AI came up with this, Im going to paste it. Thanks Feel free to delete if I did something wrong by posting it Thanks The primary difference is generational: the Shimano Curado 151 MGL is the older 2021 model, while the Shimano Curado 151 M is the upgraded newer generation. (Note: The "151" designation simply means both are the left-handed versions of the 150-size reel). [1, 2, 3] Key Differences Spool Technology: The older 151 MGL features the second-generation MGL spool. The newer 151 M upgrades to the MGL Spool III. This newer design is narrower and thinner, reducing start-up inertia by roughly 15% to deliver even better distance and precision with light lures. [1, 2, 3, 4] Body Design & Ergonomics: The 151 M introduces a flatter, more compact, and more ergonomic frame compared to the older MGL model. It palms much more comfortably during long days on the water. [1, 2, 3] Side Plate Material: The 151 M utilizes a CI4+ carbon side plate, making the reel feel slightly lighter and better balanced in the hand. [1, 2] Refined Internals: The 151 M integrates SilentTune technology to reduce spool shaft vibration during casts, resulting in a quieter and smoother casting experience than the older 151 MGL. [1] Aesthetics: The older MGL has a distinct jet-black top plate, green side plates, and a heavily ported black spool. The 151 M features a sleek, unified matte cosmetics update.

What Knot? just a granny's knot with 12 lb floro. got it now Thanks

My knots keep breaking before the weight comes of the floor even with hafe a gallon 4 lbs

Thanks,for all the replys, I went out and bought some 12 lb mono sunline super mono. and some ardent line butter, see what happens.

Thanks Brad, do you think casting distance would be effected much between 30 lb braid and 50lb? I read somewere that a heaver braid will not dig in as much on baitcasters

I forgot to mention it is a bait caster, and I always tie a leader of floro about 2 ft long on the end.Thanks for the reply. I was trying to see if it effects the casting. The reel is a curado 71 hg. When I get snagged up its allways the leader that breaks I cant seem to cast with mono or floro on a baitcaster very well ,maybe just need more practice.

Question, if I have a rod rated for 10-14 lb test line and a reel rated for the same 10-14 lb test line and I put on 20 lb braid spiderwire,does that effect any thing?

Its still tight on there, I just don't like the white part,It was damaged in shipping

How do I fix this? The eye got bent and the glue chiped and turned white.

I restrung my reel with 15 lb braid SW and use a 2 ft 4 lb fluoro leader I like the way the braid handles .Any comments?

Thanks for all the great tips. It was a lake I was fishing in. Never seen that Zekes bait before and I'm going to check on them power nymph s. I went out and bought some smaller hooks . Thanks again

Thank You, I have been using the paste, I will definitely try the eggs and a smaller hook .The paste didn't float with the hook I was using , they just stocked and no one was catching anything. Thanks again

I went Trout fishing opening day at mud run lake I was using powerbait on a lite fast action rod. I was riged up with a 1/8 oz egg sinker about 1o inches above a 6 or 8 otapus hook tied with a Snell knot and I was fishing from the bank. got skunked .was getting real quick bites but couldn't hook them, what am I doing wrong? thanks