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Shimano Sellus vs academy ethos (60 dollar version)

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Which one is better? Durability and sensitivity are the main things to go over

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I have several Ethos and one Sellus. Durability I would say goes to the Sellus but if an Ethos breaks you can take it back no questions asked so it's kind of a moot point. The Ethos is far and away the more sensitive of the 2. The locking nut on the Sellus also likes to back up so I have to tighten it down several times throughout the day while I'm fishing. 

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Should I just wait and get the 80 dollar ethos on sale? Are there any differences besides the micro guides? Does the 60 dollar version go on sale?

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6 hours ago, A fisher said:

Should I just wait and get the 80 dollar ethos on sale? Are there any differences besides the micro guides? Does the 60 dollar version go on sale?

They both go on sale frequently. I like the micro guide versions better. They're lighter, feel more sensitive, and I like the EVA handles. I've bought my micro guide Ethos on sale for $60 every time I've bought them and I've found the regular version down to $35. They're not always advertised, a lot of times it will be just one certain length and action on sale and it might not even be marked in the store, just have to scan them. The only issue with the micro guide version is I fish all winter and when it gets too cold, micro guides aren't an option once they start icing. 

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