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I had the old version of the 803c GLX (waiting for new one to come in should be here today). I used it for weightless senkos and light Texas rigs. It is, in my opinion, the perfect rod. I like the 6'8" length, it's very accurate at casting, the sensitivity is off the charts, and hooks sets are easy. I am not sure how the new one will stack up against the old but I start a post when it comes in and I get a chance to check it out.

If u are able , check out Gander Mountains Elite Rod and reel. Not the Elite combo. Despite the name, the combo is different from the sold separate Elite rods and reels. It's a good ,solid setup for under $200.

I have used both Red Label and Invisx. Red Label is not bad but Invisx is just better. I do like both of them.

The most expensive lure I have found was a Megabass Cyclone.

I tried it years ago. I was not a fan. Maybe it has been reformulated over the years but what I used was almost unfishable. I marked it on my "What the heck was I thinking" list.

It finally arrived today. Im planning on pairing it with a G Loomis 783c glx. I have loaded it with 8lb trilene 100% FC. It has the same diameter as most 10lb mono. Just can't wait to try it out. One thing about this reel, it was not short on oil or grease. It was overloaded. It needed to be cleaned and re-lubed.

Wow. Looks like some heavy braid destroyed those guides but the two piece construction has me stumped. Why would a rod manufacture make a rod this way?

You should be able to find a Shimano Citica G for around $100. Great reel that gets the job done but the Tatula is not a bad reel either.

I am right handed and have tried to get use to using right handed reels but for whatever reason it just feels wrong. I used spinning reels with the crank on the left side for so long that using a left handed baitcaster almost feels natural. Also, it feels weird to switch hands after a cast with a right handed reel. I know it's just me but well, that's how it is.

You should be able to find the Shimano Citica 200 for around that price or less. It's just a good basic reel that gets the job done. I picked mine up dirt cheap ($40) at Dicks Sporting Goods. One other thing about this reel, is that makes for a good intro baitcasting reel. It cast well, easy to set up, doesn't backlash much and it can haul some fish in. As far smoothness goes, if it given a good cleaning and re-lube, it will perform flawlessly but there are smoother reels. Bottom line, it is a solid reel for the money.

7' MH Moderate-Fast Shimano Crucial.

It's pretty good stuff. I have some left of the original from when it was first being tested and some of the new in a spray bottle. The original that was in a little gray bottle is the best. I have no idea why but the original formula for this stuff was different. I apply it in the same way. I spray or pore it on a lint free cloth and apply it as I am spooling a reel. I will then spray the line every once in a while. You can tell a difference in most lines especially FC. Bottomline, it pretty much does what it says> makes line limper and cast farther. One other thing, I also will wipe the guides on my rods with the stuff from time to time. I figure it can't hurt, it's already on a cloth when I am spooling my reels.

I could not make up my mind between the new curado 201 or the chronarch 51. I spent about an hour debating between the two. I was looking for a finesse type reel that could handle most light weight applications. I have heard and read so many great things about the new Curado but the Chronarch seemed to be more of what I was looking for. The price was about the same. Both felt smooth. In the end the Chronarch just seemed to be the better fit. Did I make the right choice? How would you guys compare these reels?

It depends on the rod and the size of the lure you are wanting to through. Lighter weight baits, Shimano Core. Heavier stuff, Shimano Calcutta. Average weight stuff, Shimano Curado.

G Loomis NRX853C and a Metanium.

G Loomis 783GLX Shimano Core Zoom Lizard 5 inch Senko Fat Ika LC Flat Mini MR (any color) Mann's Baby Bass -1 Disney Lands Lake in Florida.... Nobody fishes it and the average fish is about 5lbs

Gander Mountain online has the Shimano Core 100MG on closeout for $270. There is an online coupon that makes it $244. And guess who's Birthday it is??????

I have my 844c paired with a Daiwa Zillion. The Zillion works best with heavy lures and the 844c loads well with any over 3/8oz and up. Seemed to be the right match.

Luca di Montezemolo just resigned as CEO. What does that mean for the future of Ferrari? If I had the kind of coin, I might wait to scratch that itch..... Just for the fun it check out the Jaguar F-type R..... I got to play with one and it was sublime plus it has a lower risk of catching on fire.... Love my other two jags though.... If you want to tow something, I thought this was funny but it's reel..... http://www.inautonews.com/jaguar-xf-voted-most-desirable-towing-vehicle#.VCD6ufldWSo

Very cool and great advice. I have battled it for years. One year I got it so bad I had to change my clothes several times through out the day because of all the urushiol coming out my skin. I took an oatmeal bath twice a day and used a doctors rx skin ointment (useless by the way). There was nothing I could do but wait it out.

It's the one on the right because you can tell she is still screaming at him......

I have a St. Croix Avid that I love that would fit the bill of what your friend is looking for. It is not as sensitive for super finesse presentations as I would like but it gets the job done.

I keep the boxes and store the paper work, receipt, diagrams, oil and some parts if necessary. Then at the end of the year the reels come off the rods and go back in the boxes. If I choose to sell the reel, the box just makes it easier. I also write in the inside of the lid the day I serviced it and if I changed the line (sort a of a mini service record).

I have for years, I guess, put line on the hard way, with a pencil and some help from my son. I have seen it and did not pay much attention to it but I picked up a Berkley line spooling station. Man what a great simple tool that puts line on in a snap and the battery operated line puller is awesome. I found it on clearance and for the $15 I paid, it made my life easier. I have only tried this on a couple of baitcasters. I'll see what it does on a spinning reel when I need it. Anybody else have one of these?

Ima Roumba for me as well. It has been on my list just have not purchased on yet. Also, I have purchased one crankbait from Deps and want to try more. I also want to try the Megabass Honjikomi Cattle Tongue, just for the fun of it.