bucktail Posted January 29, 2012 Report Share Posted January 29, 2012 Just wondering if anyone has heard or used this brand of rods. Reason I aksed is I saw some muskie rods on Ebay that were that brand. ????? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gregoire Posted January 29, 2012 Report Share Posted January 29, 2012 I've read some reviews of these rods and they are generally positive. I like the fact that they come in longer lengths and you can get a 9ft rod delivered to Canada Watch out on orders from eBay as I recently got hit up for over 50 bucks in taxes and duty on a reel. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harrison Posted January 29, 2012 Report Share Posted January 29, 2012 Hey Bucktail, I have heard great things about their rods and their baits. Actually looking to bring them up here to my store. Should know soon. Do be careful when buying from ebay. Not all, but some may be seconds or returns in addition to what fishgreg mentioned above. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gregoire Posted January 29, 2012 Report Share Posted January 29, 2012 I've been looking for a canadian retailer. Let us know if you do bring them up as I am looking for a xh 9' rod. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scugpg Posted January 29, 2012 Report Share Posted January 29, 2012 Hey Bucktail, I have heard great things about their rods and their baits. Actually looking to bring them up here to my store. Should know soon. Do be careful when buying from ebay. Not all, but some may be seconds or returns in addition to what fishgreg mentioned above. They are actually looking sure a retailer in canada http://www.tackleindustries.com/muskypikerods.html Seem to get good reviews 2yr warranty. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harrison Posted January 29, 2012 Report Share Posted January 29, 2012 I've been looking for a canadian retailer. Let us know if you do bring them up as I am looking for a xh 9' rod. Will do sir, should know shortly. Adding the Tackle Industries and the Raven line should boost our Rod section nicely. They are actually looking sure a retailer in canada http://www.tackleindustries.com/muskypikerods.html Seem to get good reviews 2yr warranty. One of the gents on our pro-staff really likes these rods and put me on to them. 2yr Warranty is nice! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andy Posted January 29, 2012 Report Share Posted January 29, 2012 (edited) Just wondering if anyone has heard or used this brand of rods. Reason I aksed is I saw some muskie rods on Ebay that were that brand. ????? I have a telescopic Mag Extra Heavy, 9'. It's the heaviest rod I own. I use it for my heaviest, hardest pulling baits like Bulldawgs, Curly Sues, double ten type spinners. The telescopic feature is great, it fits in the bed of my shortbox truck. Rod and guide components seem very solid. The cork handle is the thickest I own and I'm not certain if I like them quite that thick. The only thing that I kinda don't like is that the reel seat seems a little wide and the reel wants to sit off of centre on the rod just a little bit. I fixed this by jamming a piece of toothpick along the foot of the reel to snug it up on the rod. It can be used for trolling, maybe too stiff for some folks when it comes to trolling. I caught a fat 44" fish last summer at boatside on it, and the rod handled the fish beautifully. The extra length seemed to help keep the fish pinned, even on a rod so stiff. I purchased mine at Musky Tackle Online, and it was shipped to my home for around $120.00 total at that time. I consider them to be a very good value and I personally would rather by new rod than take a chance on a used rod for that price. I do have a heavy action 7' Okuma for jerkbaits, and I like that line of rods as well. They have telescopic rods too, and they retail for about the same money as the TI rods. If I didn't buy the TI rod, I would have the Okuma. Hope that helps. Andy Edited January 29, 2012 by Andy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lifeisfun Posted January 29, 2012 Report Share Posted January 29, 2012 (edited) Great rods, using 5 of them for the past 3-4 years. Always ordered directly from TackleIndustries or you can order from MTO but would be nice to see them in stock at eTackle - great retailer ... and here is the proof they work ( you can see two split grip TI rods in the bacground ) Edited January 29, 2012 by Lifeisfun Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bucktail Posted January 29, 2012 Author Report Share Posted January 29, 2012 Harrison, Ill keep an eye out for hem. Maybe do an announcement when you get them in. Just happy I brought up a good topic!!LOL Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Weeds Posted January 30, 2012 Report Share Posted January 30, 2012 (edited) I bought one. Can't remember the model, xxh or something. I ended up selling it shortly after; it was just way too much. I found the rod heavy, and the two piece handle did not line up properly. The rod felt really cumbersome. I think your alot better off buying a gently used St. Croix for the same or possibly less cash. Edited January 30, 2012 by Weeds Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Handlebarz Posted January 30, 2012 Report Share Posted January 30, 2012 I have the same 9' as talked about above I love it. It's heavier then a stcroix or other $300 rod but great for the price. My biggest last season on it was 47" in the fugue 8. It handles my Handlebarz double 10's with ease. I have a large Abu big game 7000 on it and love the bigger handle. I Give it two thumbs up but that is my 2 cents Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harrison Posted January 30, 2012 Report Share Posted January 30, 2012 I have the same 9' as talked about above I love it. It's heavier then a stcroix or other $300 rod but great for the price. My biggest last season on it was 47" in the fugue 8. It handles my Handlebarz double 10's with ease. I have a large Abu big game 7000 on it and love the bigger handle. I Give it two thumbs up but that is my 2 cents For a guy who chucks big baits, on big water - alot, your opinions worth more then 2 cents Mike! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
doubleheader Posted January 30, 2012 Report Share Posted January 30, 2012 (edited) I bought two for throwing cowgirls and gave one to my son-in-law. The rods balanced well, but mine didn't hold up. Two of the rod eye inserts broke out. I decided to send it back rather than repair it myself as I was concerned they'd all break sooner or later. I wasn't satisfied with the warranty process. I had to make multiple calls, just a hassle. I won't buy another. Edited January 30, 2012 by doubleheader Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lifeisfun Posted January 31, 2012 Report Share Posted January 31, 2012 (edited) I bought two for throwing cowgirls and gave one to my son-in-law. The rods balanced well, but mine didn't hold up. Two of the rod eye inserts broke out. I decided to send it back rather than repair it myself as I was concerned they'd all break sooner or later. I wasn't satisfied with the warranty process. I had to make multiple calls, just a hassle. I won't buy another. I have to say that I never heard of this problem before, I know many people who own themand my self use them exclusively 200-300 hours a year. My friend had cracked one of them on his St.croix tournament rod and it fried his line but that's about it. This actually happened while fishing or transporting the rod? Edited January 31, 2012 by Lifeisfun Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
doubleheader Posted January 31, 2012 Report Share Posted January 31, 2012 I have to say that I never heard of this problem before, I know many people who own themand my self use them exclusively 200-300 hours a year. My friend had cracked one of them on his St.croix tournament rod and it fried his line but that's about it. This actually happened while fishing or transporting the rod? It happened while fishing. I fished about 5 hours with 2 other guys,we had already landed 4 pike and two 38-40" ski's,but my luck was that i had caught 3 of the pike but neither ski. I went to change lures and noticed my braided line was frayed. At first I thought maybe from rocks or something but quickly realized I had about 30 ft of frayed line. We were in a river making short casts into pocket water in late fall. One insert had fractured leaving 1/2 the eye in place and a 360 degree knife edge, and another insert on my guide next to the tip top was completely gone. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lifeisfun Posted January 31, 2012 Report Share Posted January 31, 2012 It happened while fishing. I fished about 5 hours with 2 other guys,we had already landed 4 pike and two 38-40" ski's,but my luck was that i had caught 3 of the pike but neither ski. I went to change lures and noticed my braided line was frayed. At first I thought maybe from rocks or something but quickly realized I had about 30 ft of frayed line. We were in a river making short casts into pocket water in late fall. One insert had fractured leaving 1/2 the eye in place and a 360 degree knife edge, and another insert on my guide next to the tip top was completely gone. Hmmm, I still think it probably happened while in transport or perhaps The leader was thin enough to be reeled in. How is the other rod you gave away? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
doubleheader Posted January 31, 2012 Report Share Posted January 31, 2012 Hmmm, I still think it probably happened while in transport or perhaps The leader was thin enough to be reeled in. How is the other rod you gave away? My son-in-law guides for a local resort, almost exclusively trout and steelies, I don't think he's even used it cause he's usuaally using a fly rod no matter what species he's fishing for. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lifeisfun Posted January 31, 2012 Report Share Posted January 31, 2012 My son-in-law guides for a local resort, almost exclusively trout and steelies, I don't think he's even used it cause he's usuaally using a fly rod no matter what species he's fishing for. Lucky guy! That sure would be nice job Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
misfish Posted January 31, 2012 Report Share Posted January 31, 2012 Adding the Tackle Industries and the Raven line Nice. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
figureight Posted February 1, 2012 Report Share Posted February 1, 2012 I have one for sale in the classifieds if anyone is interested Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harrison Posted February 1, 2012 Report Share Posted February 1, 2012 For those interested, eTackle.ca is going to be a Tackle Industries Canadian retailer. Finalizing things now, so if you are interested contact me as I will have a special offer for OFC'ers on my first order. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
doubleheader Posted February 1, 2012 Report Share Posted February 1, 2012 Lucky guy! That sure would be nice job Can be sometimes, but he works every weekend and holiday too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harrison Posted February 6, 2012 Report Share Posted February 6, 2012 (edited) For those who asked, the Tackle Industries announcement has now been posted. http://ontariofishingcommunity.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=60286&pid=663904&st=0&&do=findComment&comment=663904 Purchase a rod and get a Canadian Made Huskie Muskie Fluoro Casting Leader as a bonus. http://huskiemuskie.ca/?page_id=6 Cheers Phil Edited February 6, 2012 by Harrison Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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