AmmoGuy

Great rod. If you want slightly more backbone, the TTU711HFB (7'1" Heavy fast) is the big sister rod to the one mentioned above. I have two and they are my do-all jig rods.

8.1 22 Zillion TW HD. 55lb 832.

Now I know you ain't about to buy no regular ole Tat. ?

Out of curiosity, what kind of top speed are you getting out of that setup?

I'll say, I've already changed out the inductor spring in that particular Coastal to a stiff one. Even with the giant inductor, it already pitches pretty OK. I just don't see the point in keeping all that extra line/weight on it, so figured one of these spools would probably be a noticeable improvement.

Double tap.

Which shallow did you get for your Coastal? I have a one Coastal that I pitch with 98% of the time. Wouldn't mind having a shallow spool in it.

There’s nothing wrong with the jump pack, you just needed to use the “manual override” setting. Anytime a battery is below a certain voltage threshold, you need to put the pack into manual override to jump it. If you don’t know how to do this, consult the manual, or give a quick google. I have 6 different NOCO jump packs, and two NOCO chargers in my boat. I’ve had a few of them for 5-6 years. I’ve never had a single issue out of any of them, and I’ve used some of the packs HARD. Even for thing like supplying constant 12V (manual override mode) to trailer winches and other “off label” uses.

Showing out of stock now. Mines too geary for my tastes, but functions great.

ALX Ikos Hustler.

I’m 6’6” and 275lbs. I could bolt 6 DCs to a rod and technically not have an “issue” ?. But the MGL is a noticeably more comfortable and nimble on a 7’ composite after one handing squrebills for a few hours.

Nah. You'll be fine. I use 20lb Sniper on multiple jig setups. Sometimes with backing to save a buck, sometimes straight flouro. I never have any issues. I've thrown bladed jigs on Sufix Advance co-poly lately though. Works great.

I browsed, but like 95% of the fishing stuff I clicked on was "excluded from sitewide promo".

Then get the 7'3" MHF.

Agreed on all counts. Although from everything I've read/seen, the Curado DC actually gets a little more distance than the Scorpion DC's I-DC5. (Higher end DC reel's could be a different ballgame) I'm a Daiwa guy, and pretty much fish Zillions these days except for some Shimanos I crank with. My thoughts on these two reels are related to throwing crankbaits on 12-14lb flouro.