Revival

I just purchased the Gamamkatsu backpack and it’s the probably my favorite so far. Extremely well made. I have probably gone through at least 10 backpacks looking for one that fits my specific needs. Besides the Gamakatsu, here are some other suggestions that have not been mentioned. Just in case other people may be looking for a backpack. Some are advertised as fishing backpacks some are not... - Samurai Tactical Fishing backpack - Samurai Tactical Hanzo - Samurai Tactical Wakizashi - SOG Ninja Tactical daypack - Spyderwire Fishing backpack - High Sierra backpacks - Ugly Stik tackle backpack - Red Gill backpack - Flambeau Portage backpack - Tackle Warehouse Angler backpack - Plano E Series

I used to have a lot of success in multiple ponds with the KVD 1.0. For me lipless cranks are way more versatile though. I use tons of different brands and only get snagged occasionally. Out of curiosity, what lipless cranks are you throwing that cost $10-$15?

Ordered a Tatula SV from them before and no problems. Shipping was fast too.

I own a couple Tatula SVs and love them. Most I have paid for one brand new is $150. I also have couple of the Tatula CTs and it’s a great real and can be found in the $90 range.

- Costa Reefton green mirror - Costa Reefton silver mirror - Costa Blackfin green mirror All in 580p

Just wanted to say that I been loving this box and hope they come out with a 3600 version! It would be perfect for us bank anglers.

Short arm single Colorado blade spinnerbait and senkos were my go to when fishing at night.

San Diego Jam and Alberto for me.

Awesome. I appreciate the info!

I also have a question...is there room for trailers to be left on each of the jigs/chatterbaits?

If I’m using it on a chatterbait, I like the 3.8. If I’m fishing it on a jighead or underspin, I like the 3.3. If I had to keep it simple and wanted to choose 2 colors, I would get a green pumpkin and a shad color (rainbow shad, crystal shad or electric shad).

Get both. That’s the only answer.

Instead of getting one combo, with that budget I would get 2. I would recommend a Dobyns Fury 703 and 704 and two Daiwa Tatula CT or Fuego reels.

I have both and they are phenomenal reels, especially if you can get them at a cheaper price. They both feel the same way in my hand as well. I have tried multiple different reels from friends and the CT and SV felt the best in my hands.

I prefer a ball head for 2.8 and 3.3 sizes.

The 704 (7’ Heavy/Fast) for sure. It’s more like a Medium Heavy. I love my ALX rods, but for anything under $150, I would go with the Dobyns Furys. I have a friend that recently purchased his first casting rod which was the 703. He loves it. I just sold him my 704 and my 703 spinning rod. With those 3 rods, he has everything covered for the way that he fishes.

Tackle HD has a 5” Hellgrammite. It looks more like a centipede than the smaller ones. It definitely works as I have caught fish on it, but it’s only downside is that it’s not very durable.

I have Tatula SVs and CTs and love them. I tried a friends Curado K and didn’t care for it. The 2020 SV should be coming out in a few months from what I have heard.

I have the 2500 and didn’t do any upgrades. I fish it stock and never had any problems. Awesome reel for the price.

I love my ALX Ikos rods. I have 5 of them including the Soul which is the 7th medium fast spinning rod. I have owned Furys, Tatulas, and St Croix Premiers and prefer the ALX by far. I have tried a few different Mojos and didn’t care for it at all.

I appreciate the suggestions everyone!

I would prefer Velcro but will definitely look into this option. Thanks!

Anyone have experience with rod wraps? I looked up a few and most of them had horrible reviews. Common theme is they fall apart quickly. I am looking for something that can hold 3-5 rods together while it’s in the back of my truck. Any recommendations? Thanks.

Copper (Costa green mirror)

I have 5 ALK Ikos rods and love them. I have no experience with the Sierras but do have 5 Fury rods. I highly recommend the Ikos and have zero complaints. These are the models I have: Shake Soul Buzz Promise 7 Hammer 7 If I only had these 5 rods for the rest of my life I would be happy, but then again I’m only a weekend warrior.