Crankin4Bass

So I just received a Curado 70 HG I ordered online from Cabela's. Was excited to spool it up and fish it today. Open the box and there is grease on the handle and drag star. When I crank the handle it moves slow and feel like it's full of grease. Feels like I need to open it up and flush it out. None of the 3 Chronarch E's I have were like this out of the box. Is this the way they are shipping them these days? Disappointing. BTW. The reel looks good. It's very small. Maybe too small. Feels smaller than the Chronarch 50e's I usually fish with.

I like the Acme Kastmaster.

I had the 7' MH power M action crank bait rod (model WMESRCB70C1.). It weighs a ton but I liked the action. Unfortunately, the butt cap came off the first day I used it, so I returned. I bought it at Walmart and things get banged up there, so that could have been the problem.

Pflueger President 6920.

I ordered one from Dick's and returned it. They only had the 6'6" in M/M left but it was 50% off so I figured what the heck. I found it to be very stiff and a little on the heavy side.

That's looks like a great lightweight fishing platform. I like the mods you made. Got some great ideas. Thanks for sharing!

Glad to hear you are ready to go. Which kayak did you get? I'm looking for something light weight too. Thanks in advance!

Thanks!

I've been thinking of buying the medium casting rod for travel. Was wondering how long is the case? Thanks in advance!

I have the 6'6" M Veritas 2.0 and love it. I also thought the MH was a little more towards a heavy. I use it for 1/4 jigs with a trailer. I bought the 6'6" because I fish from a kayak most of the time and I have long arms. Feels great with a Shimano Chronarch 50E. I think you made the right choice. Enjoy!