Lake Stumpy

I have a 7' MH Bucoo right now with a Quauntum Tour Edition on it. I really love the rod but I just got a Abu Revo Skeet Reese and was looking for a rod to put it on. I picked up a Vendetta and really liked it (7' MH) and noticed it was a little cheaper than the Bucoo. But I would like to know how they perform against the Bucoos. Also witch Bucoo would be better for flipping/pitching? I didn't see a flipping rod in the lineup. Same with the Vendetta. Just looking for input on both rods.

I want a handle like the one in the second picture. Where could I buy one?

Can you buy a different spool for the Core 50MG? I'm leaning towards the Shimano. Has anybody had any experience with the Core 100MGFV? Could it be used for more than flipping/pitching?

I am looking for a new high end reel for texas rigging and flipping/pitching. I looked at a Steez at BPS and I also like the Shimano Core. Which reel is a better all around reel, because for the price I'm sure I will be using it for more than flipping at pitching plastics?

Has anybody had any experience with these? Im looking for some reviews before I buy a pack.

I ordered a pack of 5/O EWG TroKar hooks to try, I will post after I try them.

I have been fishing soft swim baits for a while and want to buy some hard ones. Which ones have the best action for around $25? I was looking at the Tru-Tungsten baits and the SK.

Have you tried them yet? I cant wait to get some.

I want a stiff rod so should I just go ahead and get the Low Rider? I've never used a Falcon, which model would be good for texas rigging?

Would the 7'H be good for texas rigging bigger worms/ flipping?

I was going to get one to go with my new Curado for Texas rigging, but I don't want a soft rod.

I have 3 Quantum KVD reels and I don't recommend them, you should check out a Shimano Citica E.

My mom bought me some pink cranks for my birthday because she thought they were "cute." Haven't tried them yet.

I need 3 reels and I dont think I can afford 3 Catalyst PTs so I should probably just get the KVD. And I think the KVD reel comes in a 5.1:1. Anybody have any problems with this reel?

I noticed that the Catalyst dosnt come in a 5.3:1 ratio, do you think the 6.4:1 would be okay for cranking?

Thanks guys, But has anybody had any experience with the Catalyst PT and the KVD Reel? I need about 3 reels right now and I would like them to feel about the same. I was going to get 2 more KVD reels in 5.1:1 and 7.0:1, but now that it broke I think it might be worth it to get the Catalyst PT.

Is it worth it to get the Catalyst PT over the Quantum KVD? My KVD 6.3:1 broke today and I am either going to get another KVD or a Catalyst. Also what is the most versatile size in the Tour KVD rods? I was thinking the 7'0", but I really want a second opinion.

I was having a hard time rigging the SK swim baits too, but mine is 3.5". What size hook do you recommend for that?

I lost 2 2.5 pounders last night on a siver minnow when i pulled them into the boat, it was like the hook didn't have a barb at all. They flopped right off. Im going to sharpen it today.