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kittery trading post? I saw someone else mention it so I referenced it. Don’t have that here in Canada so I have no idea what it is. I googled it up as well. comparing the 2020 Zodias to the expride I find the Zodias a better rod and at a lower price too. I find the new Zodias reminds me of the gen 1 Poison adrena and they feel the same to me. As for expride they just don’t feel right in hand to me and I feel they are over hyped. I’ve also noticed locally the resale value isn’t there compared to Megabass rods. That’s local used markets out here that is.

I had a couple exprides and I felt they were just eh… 🤷🏻‍♂️ however I haven’t been a fan of the Shimano rods. Except the poison adrena. They had that special something. I find the new generation Levantes have that special something especially for an “entry level” rod. I enjoy them more and find them better than my higher priced Orochi rods. Having said that, the Shimano warranty is a lot better than the Megabass warranty IF you are not the original owner. If you’re the original owner with receipt then the Megabass warranty from what I hear is fantastic. having said that…. I’d go with Levante over the Expride. You can also go into the store and handle them side by side to see what you think feels better in hand. Also bring the reel you intend to use with the rod. That’ll make a difference. I’ve had reels that I planned to use with a certain rod and that clearly didn’t happen. Didn’t feel the way I hoped when it came time to use them together.

Well I have the Orochi XX Tour Versatile rod and I find it ok but it’s not my favourite. Ive heard that the Levante version is more enjoyable but I haven’t tried one. However, I also like the Levante line better than my Orochi xx rods. Except the cork handle is nicer on the Orochi line up. You should look at the Perfect Pitch Levante instead of the Tour Versatile. I know it’s a heavy but I feel like it’s more like a MH+. It’s got a good back bone and soft tip. I use it for everything pretty much. I also have the Braillist it’s MH but I don’t find it to be an all around rod. plus with KTS having the Levante on sale, they’re definitely worth getting. You wouldn’t be disappointed. throw on a JDM ‘21 Zillion Sv and you have a great combo.

100%. I actually prefer the slx 70 mgl more than my curado 70 mgl reels that i sold both my curado 70 mgls and still use my slx mgls. but I just got the slx dc xt start of this year and it blows all those reels out of the water. Even all the curados.

I have a few Levante rods. Perfect pitch, Braillist and aklys. I’d like to get the Diablo spec-r, whipsnake and emtf as well. Having said that. The perfect pitch is great. I use it for a lot of things especially frogs. It’s always out with me and one of my fav rods the past couple seasons.

Sorry I meant to add text. Just submitted it by accident. LoL. it’s a legit st croix site. Didn’t realize they have Seviin spinning reels as well. Don’t follow too closely. I see the casting reel on there though.

As a matter of fact. The graphite side plates did survive. Just the frame had to be replaced. LoL.

Well he’s an aluminum frame from the Abu Garcia Revo X that’s within the same price range as the SEVIIN. I think the new Revo X reels are graphite frame now?? Maybe that’s why?? I don’t remember how this happened it was a few years ago but I’m not rough on my gear. Anyways maybe a graphite frame isn’t so bad these days??

Bass season doesn’t start for me until June so I have lots of time to get an expensive fidget spinner

https://www.daiwa.com/jp/product/n19wa9p

this right here. They have amazing customer service and they really want to keep the customer happy and out on the water.

Thanks for the info and happy to hear it all worked out in your favour. what rod did you break? Just curious.

That’s because the slx dc xt is a better reel.

Yeah that’s fine. I’ve snapped a couple st croix by accident. Out of warranty too. I’ve called them and told them that right away and both times they told me it wasn’t a problem and will get a new rod to me asap. And they indeed did do that. Glad to hear you got a prompt response from them through email. They must be back up to speed now

you never know what’ll happen unless you reach out. I don’t think you’ll get a reply from email. Explain to st croix your situation and if you get the right representative you may be surprised. Assuming you are in the states. Do you ever venture to the Canadian side?

Give st croix a call and see what they say about a replacement at a fraction of the cost of a new one. Maybe you can get it replaced with the new trigon handle. Worth a shot. Call them. Don’t email. They’re fast to answer. At least with my experiences.

Wouldn’t pass up on that deal. You’ll enjoy it. All I use pretty much are zillions and I have no complaints

Never noticed this issue with mine but thanks for the heads up and part number. I’ll have to keep an eye out. Aside from that. Isn’t it such a great reel?

I have the 6’10 M. Great jerkbait and topwater rod. I use it for everything pretty much. And the 6’6 M is great all around for bank fishing. Really enjoyable. Both first gen PA rods.

But it’s zero adjust so you shouldn’t have keep adjusting it. That’s the point of it.

Diablo spec R is a good first choice in the Levante line up. It’s a good chatterbait rod. I have 5 Levantes. They’re nice rods. I enjoy them more than I thought. My favourite in the line up is the perfect pitch. from Megabass website. “EXCELS IN SINGLE-HOOK APPLICATIONS LIKE SPINNERBAITS, BUZZBAITS, SWIM JIGS AND BLADED JIGS. DIABLO SPEC-R’S EXCELLENT VERSATILITY BENEFITS THOSE ANGLERS LOOKING FOR ONE ROD TO COVER MULTIPLE APPLICATIONS INCLUDING BOTTOM CONTACT, NO SINKER SOFT PLASTICS, TOPWATER AND SMALL SWIMBAITS. IF YOU’RE LOOKING TO PURCHASE YOUR FIRST MEGABASS ROD, THE DIABLO SPEC-R IS OFTEN THE MODEL WE SUGGEST. THE SECOND GENERATION IS LIGHTER, STRONGER AND MORE SENSITIVE, TUNED FOR VERSATILITY TO REFINE ONE OF THE MOST POPULAR SPOTS WITHIN THE LEVANTE SERIES.”