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I always have a c-rig tied on. I have a dedicated c-rig rod (NRX CRR873) that is always on my deck and I don't think it's ever had anything but a c-rig tied on it. It's a confidence method for me and I catch a lot of my fish on it. I throw t-rigs too, but not as often. I pre-make my leaders and keep them on Lindy walleye leader keepers I got from Cabela's. So I only have to tie one knot on the water. Throwing it can be a pain at times, especially with long leaders. But it pays off for me, so I'm a believer.

No. I have one, but it has been nothing but trouble really, and I never really trusted it. I like my Boga grip much better.

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I've owned one for 3 years now. Great, great reel, no question. The 4x8 DC system it uses is the best Shimano offers. I also have a Calcutta DC with the 1x8 DC system and, while it works well, can't touch the 4x8 for adjustability. I have it on an NRX853 JWR and it's a great pair. I use it for a little of everything, given the flexibility of the reel. It will cast most any black bass lure like no other. I also own Steez's, Core's, Premier's, MGX, etc. All nice reels in their own ways, but the Calais DC is just the king for all around. They are not flawless, though. They are HEAVY. That is the biggest reason I don't own more. If Shimano came out with a version in the 7 ounce range, I'd be all over it. But I recently got info from the shimano rep that is on a lot of the forums that the Calais is not changing anytime soon, and the 4x8 system is not going to be put in any other reel. So I am looking to pick up another sometime soon. Other issues are it is a big reel compared to most of the others I listed above. I have large hands, so it's not an issue for me, but may be for some. It also has a little gear noise, especially under a load like a big spinnerbait being reeled moderately fast. Last issue is the metal/chrome finish. I fish all year long here in NW Ark, and that sucker is COLD to handle in the winter. It's been a completely reliable and solid reel. I maintain my own reels, and all I've ever done to it is clean/oil bearings and clean/grease the gears. Of course, that's true of pretty much all my reels.

Same experience here with the Rap digitial. Seemed like temps affected its accuracy, too.

I used a bunch of cheaper ones over the, including some digital ones. Always disappointed. So I broke down and bought a Boga Grip about a year ago. Pricey, but a great tool. I don't use my scales to set drag with it, but I assume it'd work for that.

Another thing you might look at is removing the screen spark arrestor. That is something the dealer recommended I do, although not officially, of course. They restrict the motor a bit and can clog up.

Yeah, they are frail, no doubt. Like Senkos. One fish baits. It helps a LOT to superglue them to the jig heads the night before.

Shhhhh! Those darn baits don't work at all! Probably been my #1 producer the last couple of weeks here in the Ozarks, just swimming it on a light jighead.

I don't think it's changed any since I bought mine, so I'd expect you to be pretty happy with it!

I've owned that same blower for almost 8 years now. Had some initial issues with it and they replaced some of the electronics. It would die under load after it got good and warmed up. I only use it around the house, not commercially. The only other problem is the fuel line went bad recently. Never had any ethanol in it, so kind of surprised me. Not been an issue on my other Stihil stuff. Great blower, though. Moves some impressive piles of leaves.

My bride of 15 years is great, too. She enjoys me going fishing and encourages it a lot. She goes when the fish are biting good, which is fine with me. We have a few dedicated spinner combos for her. She is very aware of my tackle. Knows what the difference is between my Calais DC and my Steez's, etc, and encourages me to buy more high end stuff all the time. Had to talk her out of buying me a Daiwa Pixy Type-R the other day at Cabela's (just not much of a Daiwa fan). Tough problem to have, I know. It's so nice to be married to someone I can be completely open with about all of this stuff. No hiding tackle purchases or sneaking out fishing. So much nicer situation than I had with the first wife.

I fish c-rigs a lot. In our very rocky Ozark lakes like Beaver and Table rock, I usually use 1/2-1oz lead weights, mostly the "walking" weights like walleye guys use in Lindy Rigs. They get hung up less in the rocks. In lakes with less rock, I like to use tungsten cone shaped weights. They do give more feedback about what the bait is traveling through, but they are pricey. I usually fish them from 15-25 feet deep, so weight depends on depth, how fast I'm fishing and wind.

Same here, except I've already been throwing it some with the temps cooling off. It's catching fish again for me, but not my go to technique yet.

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+1. The BCR803 GLX is pretty much the gold standard for bottom sensitivity. Great C-rig rod, for sure. And now that GLoomis is ending the Expeditor service on most of the GLX's, you should be able to find them pretty cheap.

Sorry. I hate Facebook. So I'm out. But good luck winning the jigs.

Good choice. I have a Gen 3 STX and a Curado 200E. I'm pretty sure the Curado 200E is the same as the current Chronarch 200E, except color. The 200E is a nice reel and works well for med to heavier baits. But the STX is just more versatile, and seems to cast further in the same setups. The carbontex drag on the STX is very strong and very smooth, as well. The STX is also over an ounce lighter, of course, and that's a big plus in my book.

I sure clean and relube them on my Revo's. I'd think it would impact performance.

You can certainly dial them up to be thumb free. But it will obviously impact your casting distance, as it would on any reel. I don't generally have them set that way though, unless I'm throwing into a stiff wind.

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I had both at the same time. Actually, the 803 was my first NRX. It is more like the action of your 893 than the BCR803. I was expecting it to be more like the BCR. So was disappointed at first. But then I found the NRX's advantages. Both are great rods. When it went bad, like most of the early ones did, I turned it into an NRX853. I prefer the 853 and 893 NRX just for the extra length. I have the DX742 and it's a GREAT rod. Dobyn's really builds a sensitive rod.

Something else to mention on this subject. For the guys buying any Abu rod or reel over $69, you can get a really nice sweatshirt for $9.95. I got one when I bought my MGX this spring, and they are really nice. Heavy weight material, embroidered logo. You can get up to 2 per house, so I'm getting another with the purchase of my Gen3 STX.

He is correct. Loomis is still making blue and green rods. Our brand new Cabela's store has like 25 NRX's on the rack and they are all blue. My local tackle shop gets both colors in with new orders. And the greens have had issues, too. Just not some of the very early issues, like the bad cork foregrips.

While I certainly agree you've had durability issues, we'll just have to agree to disagree on them having any general durability issues, given my personal experience and the experience of many others on the forums. I hope the Gen3's bring you better luck that way.