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  1. Delaware Valley Tackle
    I tend to agree here.
  2. Delaware Valley Tackle
    Casting distance has much less to do with the reel than you think, especially when comparing reels of somewhat similar quality.
  3. Delaware Valley Tackle
    A Fuji BLAG 5.5 flowers by size 3 or 4 micros to the tip.
  4. Delaware Valley Tackle
    http://www.mudhole.com//Fuji-ACS-Trigger-Reel-Seat
  5. Delaware Valley Tackle
    The mag taper has a beefier butt section. The action and tip power are very close.
  6. Delaware Valley Tackle
    Exposed blank seats are pre sized to fit the blank where you want it. Otherwise use a foam arbor.
  7. Delaware Valley Tackle
    The ml MHX is a nice blank if used within its limits. I do the same except in a spinning design.
  8. Delaware Valley Tackle
    The spinnerbait comment is what got my eye. They're sold by weight of the head so by the time you add wire, blades, skirt and trailer the weight is way more. The heavy hook needs some power to set too.
  9. Delaware Valley Tackle
    You may find that ml blank under powered for some of the applications you listed.
  10. Delaware Valley Tackle
    The reel seat has no affect on the BFS application of the Rod one way or the other. The minima seat is a love it or hate it proposition. If you've never used one i wouldn't gamble on a custom build. I'd go with an exposed blank seat with threads trimmed flush to the hood with a reel mounted.
  11. Delaware Valley Tackle
    You could but you'll get more backbone by using a 7'6" or extending a 7'.
  12. Delaware Valley Tackle
    There are varying versions of popping blanks. Some are fast action with a soft tip, others more of a mod fast or mod. I think a popping Rod is a better choice for the chatter bait as it will get to the backbone quicker than a traditional cranking blank. Given what and where you fish I'd lean toward the heavier power in a 7'6". There are lots of good blanks that fit the bill. I'll be doing some shopping later and will flag a couple.
  13. Delaware Valley Tackle
    The term "custom" gets thrown around in some pretty loose ways. My philosophy is that form follows function so all builds focus on performance and comfort first and bling to whatever level circumstance and budget allow is second.
  14. Delaware Valley Tackle
    Not at all. I find myself leaning more and more toward ML power for spinning applications.
  15. Delaware Valley Tackle
    The pin Rod works well for float-n-fly presentation too.
  16. Delaware Valley Tackle
    My understanding is that fly rods are not allowed under the new rules either.
  17. Delaware Valley Tackle
    Not to complicate matters but the true measure of a reels retrieve speed is IPT inches per turn of the handle. A 5:1 or 24 ipt < reel has a mechanical advantage retrieving deep cranks (15'>). Other applications of ratio are personal preference.
  18. Delaware Valley Tackle
    I concur. I'd approach it the same way. Cost wise , it wouldn't break the bank but shipping adds up and might be a deal breaker
  19. Delaware Valley Tackle
    Ipt is measured at full spool so, no changing spools won't affect ipt
  20. Delaware Valley Tackle
    Deep cleaning and lubrication will likely help those used reels.
  21. Delaware Valley Tackle
    In all but the heaviest applications braid test is all about handling. 50# works fine for me as an all around size. 30 casts a hair better if max distance is required and thinner will dive better if cranking with it.
  22. Delaware Valley Tackle
    Warm gently with a hair dryer. No hotter than you can handle bare handed. Use a razor on top of the foot to get the threads loose. As you unwind the thread it should peel off most of the epoxy. Warm and scrape remaining epoxy with a plastic tool or thumb nail. If you're careful you can use a razor blade but only perpendicular to the Rod
  23. Delaware Valley Tackle
    100%. Communication is key.
  24. Delaware Valley Tackle
    Lews contracts with the same factory but they are separate business entities. ABU has been good with my dealings with them. even though the reel in question is an entry level reel, the likelihood of three lemons to the same consumer seems unlikely. Is it possible that that they are working but just not what you're used to?
  25. Delaware Valley Tackle
    I agree , rewrapping is the "right " way to fix them but if appearance is of little concern you might be able to peel off the old stuff especially if it's separated already. Gentle heat and a thumbnail is all I'd use.
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