Randy Price

Looking to purchase a 1000 size spinning reel and both are similar priced. What is the best reel?

I have both and to me it's a toss up. I've been fishing with Stradic's since the FG model and I believe that came out in '98. NEVER and issue with the numerous models I've owned.

I wonder if in 50 years anyone will "Remember Pearl"! It seems that kids today aren't taught history w/o some kind of spin associated with it. Today's generation blame the US and Truman for dropping the bomb. Easy to say 78 years later.

I throw a lot of bucktails and Rapala rattle traps, and some top water baits

So @FishTank, what is a more versatile rod in your opinion the LE or the NRX+?

@FishTankI like the 7'0"-7'1" because they fit in my Subie failrly easily. Anything longer has to go in the front seat.

Forgive me guys if this horse has been beat to death but what NRX+ bass rod would be comparable to a SC 71 MHF or MHXF? I looked at G. Loomis' website and the 853CJWR or 843CMBR looked like one of those might work. I'm looking a an "all around" bass rod. TIA, Randy

Thanks everyone for your responses! Makes me feel a little better on a purchase I didn't really need.

Didn't need but the price seemed good. I bought a G. Loomis IMX-PRO 802C TWR (I'd rate a 9.8/10) and a JDM Metanium HG (I'd rate a 9/10) for $ 280.00 $ 200.00 for the rod and $ 80.00 for the reel.

@waymont, I did get it. I bought it off of FB Marketplace for $200.00. It's in LN condition. I also bought a JDM Metanium that I'd rate a 8/10 for $ 80.00 from the same guy.

Anybody???

What SC rod is comparable to the G. Loomis IMX-PRO 802 C TWR rod?

@gimruis, when I was in Canada a number of years ago native guides called northerns Jack Fish. I had never heard that one. @A-Jay and @T-Billy, those are some very nice fish!

@NorthernBasser, no I've never fished Owen. I'll have to add it to my list, thanks!

I caught these two beauties on a #3 Mepp's bucktail with a silver blade and black skirt.

I was alternate species fishing (I was in a small tournament) and caught these two beauties. They looked bigger in real life. Caught on Lake Namakagon located near Cable, WI. last week.

Good to hear SC took care of you!!!! I've been a user/fan of their rods for over 20 years. I was just by their place last week on my way to musky fish on Lake Namakagon in Cable, WI. Unfortunately, it was after 5 PM and their store was closed. Probably saved me $$ that I would have spent if they were open.

Thanks guys for the advice!

Yes, I meant heavy. I'm a Shimano guy and normally use a 2500 Stradic or Vanford on my bass spinning rods but since this rod is a MH I wasn't sure if a 2500 Stradic was adequate.

My friend gave me a SC TBS 71 MHF spinning rod and I wanted to know what size reel would be appropriate for it. Is a 2500 too small??? He had a Daiwa BG 3000 attached to it but that seemed a little large for me.

Thanks Guys for the responses!

What braid would you recommend for this set up? I'm thinking 20 lb. Power Pro Super Slick 8 V2 or Suffix 832? The rod/reel will be used in a lake where I could catch a bass or a muskie.

Sad to hear the problems people are having. I've owned 40-50 SC rods over the last twenty years and have only had one break. I do agree since COVID their CS is hard to deal with. I do hope they are able to turn things around. I like buying American made rods and enjoy visiting their factory annually.

Thanks @webertime for the reply. That's what I thought but wasn't sure.

Does anyone know why SC discontinued the Avid-X? I'm guessing it was to replace the Victory line but wasn't sure.