NorthernBasser

This right here. https://www.tacklewarehouse.com/Daiwa_Tatula_200_Casting_Reel/descpage-T2.html

You like the EVA foam? Lots of people like the Falcon BuCoo. But there are tons of options with foam handles. Have you checked out Cashion rods? They use carbon fiber handles.

You have to scroll down the checkout page and add it. There's usually 2 different colors to choose from, which changes every now and again.

TBH, I'm happy with the free t-shirt they send me.

I like the way you think! Come to think of it, Tackle Warehouse owes me a few Metanium's, Steez's and Destroyers!

Cool. Glad to hear about the lack of drag on the retrieve. I have that exact same reel for my deep cranks as well. Buttery smooth, especially for the price point.

Has anybody tried these yet? I notice they've introduced some new colors (on TW at least) and now they've really piqued my interest.

If you only fish muddy water, eh. Much better options. If you're fishing water with decent to great visibility, absolutely.

If you're not planning on ripping them thru much grass, I'd go with the medium. BTW the medium's action is mod-fast I believe.

I think they got it from Redbubble.

Curado K (7.4:1) on my main t-rig rod and my jig rod and the previous Curado model (Curado I in 7.2:1) on a different t-rig rod. I usually spray a little KVD line conditioner on the spools the night before. Tho it's not always necessary, especially if you're doing close distance pitching/flipping.

Yup. Same here. I use 16 lb Sunline Sniper and love it. David Dudley recently did a demonstration on braid vs fluoro on slack line.

Speaking of...I got this as a gift the other day. *Disclaimer-this is not me*

Ideally you want fast or extra fast action to drive the hooks home on a T-Rig.

You know dang well Bluebasser86 will be picking a few of these up!

If I'm fishing deeper, or in current, I go with the heavier head. Shallow water, 3/16.

Ah, yes. I was thinking Big TRDs. For the Giant, or Gambler Fat Ace, this is the head I use. https://www.tacklewarehouse.com/Nichols_JT_Magnum_Weedless_Ned_Rig_Jig_Head_3pk/descpage-NJTMW.html

This is what I use. Either 1/10 or 1/6, depending on depth. Weedless version if fishing around cover and no weed guard if fishing rock bottom. https://www.tacklewarehouse.com/Z-Man_Weedless_Power_Finesse_Shroomz_Jig_Head_3pk/descpage-ZMWPS.html BTW, you can always pull the weed guards off if you want some with no guards. They come off easily with a needle nose.

I always wonder what happens to these reels if the microcomputer in them ever goes out. Then what?

How much do you wanna spend? I recently got the Megabass Orochi Diablo which I plan on using for swim jigs. Haven't had a chance to use it yet but in hand, this thing is awesome.

Very intrigued by this stick. That handle has me wondering how it's gonna feel in the rain, tho (just looking at photos, have not held one yet).

I agree. Very nice rod and nice craftsmanship. I bought one last year as well for froggin'.

Sportsman's Outfitters has the Tatula casting rods on sale for $99.99. Regular $149.99.

Those Rebel craws bring back some memories. It's been years since I've used them, but I used to all the time.