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So the real issue , use braid specific cutters , Cuda makes good ones . Use a lighter and singe the end after you cut it. Problem solved .

Proper way to setup a dc reel. And they aren’t fool proof! You’ll still get birds nests here and there …..

Good reel aside the casting distance is terrible .

get a tool like this and you’ll never need another one https://www.spoolspeed.com/collections/reel-handles/products/spool-pin-removal-tool?variant=39386102300733

Only the jdm zillions are made in Japan Spool tension with these is designed to have some side to side play… it’s not your typical set it to the lure weight

Zillion is a nice reel, especially for close casting or skipping but it’s no shimano in the distance category or refinement. I even tried ceramic bearings and the worm gear bushings switched to bearings. daiwa fans love it but compared to a shimano curado mgl or metanium it’s not in the same league.

Lews has alot of great rods and reels . Plenty of stuff on the lower end, mid and top end ! Something for everyone basically. Their mid and top end stuff is just as good as shimano and daiwa. With any brand you get what you pay for….. their rods Almost always run a bit on the heavier side of their ratings or compared to other brands .

Another vote for boogerman buzzbaits, the megabass Jamaica boa has issues with the clacker bead braking off.

Spinning still works well and I haven’t seen any of the pro’s using bfs gear either but maybe I’ve just not followed close enough.

Brand new Lews elite ti I purchased a month ago had no paper work or anything in the box. Companies are trying to save money where they can and diagrams / manuals are online ….. just the way it is!

Tried pp before and hated it. 15lb braid in daiwa j braid does not line twist much and is very limp ! I use that on the few spinning setups I have including Ned rig with no issues. Suffix 832 isn’t to bad either but isn’t as limp. Swivel isn’t needed at all unless you are maybe throwing a small whopper plopper or something.

Had to take advantage of the tw memorial sale and to my surprise shipping was super fast this time.

The z man Ned lockz are one of the better ones and a stout hook ! If you aren’t using elaztech baits, you can pop off the little led keeper that’s on the hook…. Then you can use it with any Ned bait on the market .

Just made an order Sunday for 6 items at bps. Arrived today in three different packages. I’d assume they ship from where ever it’s in stock. Sure beats waiting over a week from tw .

Dirty jigs are some of the best… xzone swammer 3.5 is good and tactical bassin says the storm largo shad in the 3.5 size is the perfect trailer with a good amount of roll. They recently put out a YouTube video about the info you are wanting .