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#1 Sep-23-24 12:09PM
- backtofuturetoyota
- Patagonian Toothfish
- From: Stafford
- Registered: Jan-12-12
- Posts: 1255
Trying out some premium equipment
I wanted to try something on the higher end instead of my usual entry/mid level gear. Just wanted to know if it made that much of a difference. So, I just received this in over the weekend. It took a few months for delivery since the rod is new for the year. A little late in the season to get it out asap.
Haven't had a chance to try it out, but I look forward to it! I think depending on how it feels I may use it as my all around rod for almost everything (bass, SH, trout, crappie, WP, shad).
Put together this Vanquish and Poison Adrena!
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#2 Sep-23-24 12:25PM
- Bryan
- Patagonian Toothfish
- From: Bealeton, VA
- Registered: Mar-18-11
- Posts: 1398
Re: Trying out some premium equipment
Looks sweet. Nothing like catching the first fish on a new rod.
tight lines
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#3 Sep-25-24 12:42PM
- hookup
- Patagonian Toothfish
- Registered: Jan-31-12
- Posts: 2834
Re: Trying out some premium equipment
Sweet. Give us a report when you try it.
Great reviews for finesse fishing. I've fished with a Stella before and am wondering how they compare?
Don't be dropping that rod/reel in the water. That would be a heart break
When I build a rod, I try to keep them as light as possible. Same with the reels I own. It's nice fishing with super light rigs.
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#4 Sep-25-24 1:48PM
- Ernie
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- From: Ashburn VA
- Registered: Feb-03-06
- Posts: 16575
Re: Trying out some premium equipment
Outstanding set up!
As well, I like ML as my go to. Nowadays, even a M feels a bit heavy. All my reels are light too.
I have a Sustain 2500 that is silky smooth but I don't use it as much as I should because I am usually using 1000 or 2000 class reels.
My salt gear is a little heavier though. All the way up to MH.
Time to go fishin' again!
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#5 Sep-26-24 12:14PM
- backtofuturetoyota
- Patagonian Toothfish
- From: Stafford
- Registered: Jan-12-12
- Posts: 1255
Re: Trying out some premium equipment
Agree with the idea of using a lighter setup. I'm setting aside the heavier rods and reels and trying for this lightweight setup. It cost the most I've ever spent on a setup, but I opted for the quality and weight. My thoughts are that it's an investment in my hobby and now that I'm more seasoned I should make my time on the water or shore the best experience I can. The neighbors kid loves getting my extra rods and reels!
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#6 Sep-26-24 1:14PM
- hookup
- Patagonian Toothfish
- Registered: Jan-31-12
- Posts: 2834
Re: Trying out some premium equipment
backtofuturetoyota wrote:
The neighbors kid loves getting my extra rods and reels!
Good job!
The look on kids face when you give them fishing gear is priceless
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#7 Sep-26-24 2:07PM
- Ernie
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- From: Ashburn VA
- Registered: Feb-03-06
- Posts: 16575
Re: Trying out some premium equipment
backtofuturetoyota wrote:
Agree with the idea of using a lighter setup.
Except for snakeheads and bowfin...
backtofuturetoyota wrote:
The neighbors kid loves getting my extra rods and reels!
Awesome!!!
Time to go fishin' again!
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