thunderblack

Been bass fishing MI my whole life and can't seem to top 6lbs. Here are a few from a few years back (keep in mind I'm 6'-3" so these may look small). One on a hair jig and one on a lipless crank. I have also caught several in the 5lb-5.5 range. Great pics from others as well. Love this thread!

Keep the GLX!

Hey TNRiver, So you have the MH M 7-4?

BB - would it be a good 1/2 oz. trap rod or go with the MH M model? Thank you sir

That model sounds like a winner. Might have to look into this one.

Yes, but with a nice rod like that I would have a rod builder do it and clean it up nice. There are some tips on here and other forums that tell how to do it yourself. Maybe someone can post that or chime in.

Just remove and buy a Fuji. You like the B rods so far?

MB orochi flatside special

I actually have pictures and a list of issues typed out I have had over the last 5 yrs with FedEx. I will never use their services again. The best one was leaving 2 grand in office chairs in the middle of our parking lot in a rain storm on a weekend when we do not receive deliveries at our office. Not a fan of bashing any company but I steer anyone away from using them.

Totally agree and I do a super light coat. SC and Loomis stay the same. Daiwa, Megabass, and others change. SC and G. Loomis also have the best cork. Doesn't bother me either way.

A very light coat of U40 and you will be good to go. Been using for years and I am only on my second container. Product lasts a long time.

I think I mostly use 6.2 and love fishing small cranks on spinning gear. Spinning reels are slower than most bait casters so it works great. Small cranks after dark in shallow water is one of the most productive fishing options on our lake in the summer.

I'm not sure about you guys but I do not like rod jackets. Seem rough on guides pulling pulling them on and off.

Agree, gen 2 is awesome. Personal best of several species on this rod. Always on deck. Been fishing it for years.

Yes, they are awesome. Still fish one regularly in 6'-10" M. Get it!

lol! I was like 'wow' what a sales gimmick. That's a good one!

From what I have seen all stores are getting certain sizes and quantities in of certain models at all different times. This is with other brands as well. Its not tackle shops fault by any means.

The pros for multiple rods - having options all rigged and ready. Down side of too many setups and gear - messing with all your gear when you want to have a bait in the water. I love to downsize and simplify. I only fish with 1-3 setups depending on how much time I have. I do not tourney fish. I fish for fun and like to hike and bushwhack to spots and bringing an array of combos is not an option.

What a stud fish.

I think PSA makes a nice gun. Been looking at those too. I have an AR from them and no complaints at all.

Those are great builds. Does he have a site?

Hey guys, anyone shooting these and liking them? Post some pics!

7-1 MF hands down

high end of your budget - GLX, Destoyer can be had with a discount for around $400 medium - Shimano expride, Orochi XX low - zodias, Daiwa tatula, St. Croix Victory

ronin is a great rod for fishing smaller jerkbaits. I owned the rod from the original series and the new and the new series is more powerful for 110 baits. The original was on the lighter side.