SGP

I only wanted to give a slight warning to fishermen about fluorocarbon line. I saw long ago that the stuff is crap. I've since then tried out other fluorocarbon lines and was very disappointed.

 

Ok....All of my fishing is done with line from 2 to 6 lb test (most of the time with 4 lb mono) except for when I use braided line for long lining or for pike or deep saltwater fish. I have been fishing with very light lines for over 40 years.

 

I make my own fly fishing leaders up to 18 feet long and 3/4 lb test. Yes.....350 grams.

 

No....I don't want my line to fall to the bottom. I only want my bait to fall to the bottom and I want that when I pull on my line, the bait hops off the bottom and not drag on the bottom.

If you want more abrasion resistance, use some good old fashioned Stren Original. It won the contest in the abrasion resistance test about 10 years ago. Or buy Berkley XT or other "tough line" that is harder and less elastic than Berkley XL or all the fluorocarbon lines.

 

I don't care if someone wants to use fluorocarbon line. I just wanted to warn against all the lies that the companies who sell the stuff say about it.

Yeah...good idea...let's base a decision (and a statement) on a test that was conducted "about 10 years ago"...because I'm sure there haven't been any technilogical improvements with fishing line since then LOL.

7'6" backwoods custom rod, heavy power, fast action. Quantum kinetic pt casting reel, 50lb spiderwire stealth braid, trokar flippin hook, tungsten weight, and a chigger craw, or jackall sasuteki craw

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I am disabled so my fishing has been limited the last 7 years, plus I learned long ago the rod and reel usually have little to do with your ability to find and catch fish.

 

I have reels dating from the 70`s to more modern Citica`s and Older Green Curado`s. Same with rods, I never shopped by name, I shopped by feel or need. I have Diawa rods, Shimano, Abu Garcia, Berkley, Falcon, Ugly Sticks, just tools to me, use the right one for the job?

 

Spinning, Casting, Closed face, it didn`t matter much to me, and rod action, and feel made more of a difference than name brand or price. I have seen people blow up a 150-200 dollar rod on a hookset, I don`t need to be bothered with that. To me there is a limit to what quality can buy you, time on the water and learning from it is money well spent.

Agreed. You can't buy experience! Sorry to hear you're fishing has been limited.

All the best!

I plan on trying both my 7'1H Fast NRX/Core50MG and 7'3MH Fast NRX/Core50MG7 with some worm fishing...But primarily they are going to be pitching rods...lighter jigs and plastics.

What lines are you planning to use?

SGP, the gl2 is the new series that just came out this year. The nice guys at Gagnons in Oshawa let me take a gl2 on a broken crucial warranty because they didnt have the same length and action as the one I was replacing. ( yes, I broke 2 crucials this year ) Anyways, if I had to pick one rod , I would pick the 2012 crucial over the 2012 gl2. I was a bit sceptical about the foam grip and the split grip but have gotten used to it and like the feel. I like the cork grip of the gl2 but I like the guides and componants of the crucial. Its nice to have one of each. Both rods double as pike rods for throwing larger jerk baits. I love em both but I cuddle with the crucial at night time.......Um I mean, I like the crucial more.

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Memories that will last a lifetime.

In fact, this brings back some of my great memories of taking my kids out fishing.

Great post!!!

That is an interesting rig...tell us more!

Very cool post!

One big advantage that fluoro has over mono & braid is that it sinks. This can be very important for certain presentations.

Suggestion: Take a look at some of the fluorocarbon coated lines. They offer some of the benefits (of fluoro) without the knot and handling issues.

Having said all that, I still use Trilene XT and Big Game mono on a regular basis. I change my line often and Fluoro can become very costly.

My favorite? An old 70-80`s era Abu 507 on a 90`s era Falcon flipping stick M/H with a factory spinning reel handle. 7' 6" telescoping, with 17-20 pound mono. A six inch zoom u tail worm or 6 inch zoom lizard, either in junebug and weight to match water depth and cover conditions. A black and blue jig with pork to match.

 

Day or night, the reel casts 20 pound mono like 8# on a spinning reel, never any line twist, no professional over runs and no bail. It allowed me to keep the lure in the water and get fish in the boat. I could flip, pitch or cast lures down to 1/8 ounce on 20# line with no issues.

Nice! Any current favorites?

Agreed, the Saros F is a very nice reel. One of the features I really like is the Direct Drive Mechanism (thread in handle attachment) which makes for a very solid feeling reel. I'm pretty sure most of the higher-end Pfluegers have that feature too. Quality of bearings over quantity, solid (rigid) body construction and a smooth drag are my main priorities over just one given brand.

One other thing to consider about the Shimano reels, the Stradics and higher have the Aero Wrap II (worm gear) system that provides better line lay/wrap. This really aids in casting and is a feature normally found on premium quality spinning reel. I'm pretty sure the Daiwa SS Tournaments (AKA Whisker reels) have this feature too but with no instant anti-reverse like a "modern" design reel. You can drop an SS Tournament in the creek (not recommended) and shake out the water and keep fishing---they are like the AK47 of reels in my opinion.

Just a suggestion, if you can find a deal on a "last year's" model Stradic I'd be grabbing that over the Saros but you can't go wrong either way.

Hope this helps you.

What brands did you try?

Very nice!

Not disagreeing with you. Originally it was the creative genius of someone to save on cork with the cork shortages, and still is. That's why most wine comes with man made materials rather than cork now. Since people have opened up to the split grip rod handle design and liked it, it became trendy and the new look of rod handles. The design is used with EVA foam as well. Obviously the reason for EVA foam is also due to the cork shortages.

 

Believe it or not, I was going to put a mo on the fish too for kicks, but thought it would have been overkill, and may have taken away from Mike's Borat mo

Ha Ha Great minds think alike!

I was thinking of recently doing a post on the new Crucials. I had broken my 7'2" ex heavy flipping stick and replaced it under warranty with the new 2012 crucial 7'2" heavy flipppng stick and absolutly love it. The new guides, foam grip and real seat are very comfortable in my hands. The sesitivity is great. i use this for mainly jig and pigs. Im also using a GLoomis GL2 7'1" worm and jig rod for worms and small jigs. I have only used it a few timess but it feels great. Im not sure about the warranty on the Loomis rods but the Shimano warranty is great. I have both rods set up with Curados.

I've checked out the new Crucials and I agree...they do look and feel very nice for the price.

Le Barons has a very nice Fenwick TechnaAV on special for $90.00.

http://www.lebaron.ca/pdffiles/web_spec/fenwick_rods_special.pdf

This might give you a shorter rod option at a value price. Having said that, I think the longer rods are much more popular!

Hope this helps you out.

Putting a mustache on the fish would truly make this thread, fish-porn!

Brown-Chicken-Brown-Cow

You should have put a moustache on the fish too...now that would be a cool pic!!!

Just kidding, you really shouldn't accessorize your catch!

Daiwa t3 or shimano core paired with a dobyns dx 744 or a legend elite 7 mh. Before those I had a 6'8 cumura mh which was great. Sold it too another member. The new crucials are great for the price this year. Can't go wrong with them, warranty, im10 blank and alconite guides, best value imo

 

As for line, daiwa samurai braid hands down is the best. 55lb

Those work well for me

 

Dan

Have you found a big difference going to a 7' rod over the 6'8"?

Fellow OFC bass anglers, I'm just wondering what your favorite jig & worm set-ups consist of.

So tell us about your "go-to" jig and worm outfit. If possible, please include all the specifics including rods, reels and lines.

I know there are many different set-ups for many different situations---however let's hear about the one combo that seems to work the best (or most consistently) for you.

Thanks in advance for your posts.

What about craigslist?

I too have had good results and experiences selling on Kijiji.

The very first response I ever received appeared to be a scam but after that I have only had a few "low ballers" make some ridiculous offers.

What are some of the bad things you hearing about?