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Yeah the durability is pretty bad. I wish they would go to the keeper style clip that the cull shads have. You could try some of the “mend-it” bait repair glue and see if it helps any.

Lucky craft 1.5 for 6.99 is highway robbery in a good way.

Casts just as far as my other rods in my opinion. Not much of a difference.

I bought the Expride solid tip 6’10 medium rod last fall and have really liked it so far. Not saying it’s the best one out there, but it’s a solid option. I tend to fish mostly 3-5 inch baits on 1/8-1/4 oz heads.

The tactical bassin crew throws most of those baits on the Expride 7’7 heavy with the exception of maybe the Huddleston jig hook baits (you’d need a heavier rod for those). If wanting more of a budget friendly rod, you could check the curado line. I’ve found that Shimano usually has the same or similar models across their different tiers of rods.

Within about an arm’s reach

I’m going with the garmin LVS34 and this will be mounted on a kayak.

Anyone using a 93sv for livescope? Is the screen large enough to use it efficiently or do you wish you had a larger one? Im deciding between the 93sv and 106sv. The 93 would fit a lot better where I plan to mount it and save a bit of $$, but not sure if I’d regret it and want the 106 later. This unit will be used strictly for displaying livescope. I have a different unit that I use for mapping, DI, and SI.

I’m about 6’7 and I know the “yoga moves” act all too well when I try to stand up out of the chair on my old town. The higher chair, better stability, and lots of customization for electronics and rigging have me leaning toward the Titan X.

Going to purchase my first FFs unit and I’m wondering what amp hour lithium battery would be sufficient to run a garmin 93Sv and lvs34 for about 8 hours of use. This will be going on a kayak set up, so the less weight the better. This will be the only piece of electronics connected to the battery.

Anyone own the Native Titan X 10.5 or 12.5? The 12.5 seems more popular, but I am leaning towards the 10.5 due to limited storage space and I’ll be loading it in the bed of my truck. Any likes/dislikes?

Any jighead with a 90 degree line tie and a loop knot should do the trick.

My local dick’s sporting goods had some megabass vision 110s in the buy 5 get 5 free deal. Only color they had was northern secret though. There were also some rigged magdrafts included but none of the popular Shad colors.

If you’re set on an Expride, you may want to look at the 7’2 medium casting model. The 7’2 MH B is going to a run a bit stiff, which is why I suggested it for jigs in the 3/8-1/2 oz range. I have both rods, but I personally throw my chatterbaits on the 7’2 MH glass rod and spinnerbaits on the 7’2 medium.

Which baits are you wanting to throw with it?

Sorry can’t speak on the megabass rod but the Expride 7’2 MH is closer to a jig rod than a multipurpose rod in the B lineup. This same rod in the A lineup was much more versatile. Don’t get me wrong, it’s still an awesome rod if you want slightly more power. Just my two cents.

Most of my rods are on the moderate side of fast. If you’ve ever used G Loomis rods before, I would compare them to the “mag bass” taper in that they are labeled as fast but are probably closer to moderate fast than they are to extra fast. I mostly fish fluorocarbon, but I do like braid for topwaters and for swim jigs. This set up has considerably increased my landing percentage. Fish what you are comfortable with and don’t forget you can always compensate a bit with the line type (braid or fluoro) and also the line diameter (strength).

Yep, just ask some of the elite series guys throwing them on FFS last year. Too far?? 😅

Yes, it matters. Teasers go on top. Bass will usually come in from the sides or below and attack.

The best fishermen in my area who consistently win tournaments are the ones putting in the most time on the water. They don’t necessarily have the latest and greatest equipment on their boat/kayak, but they are in tune with the current status of the lake and location of fish because they fish A LOT. Can upgraded equipment make them more efficient? Yes absolutely. But they’re winning because they don’t have to show up blind the day of the tournament to find fish. Unfortunately with busy work/personal lives this isn’t always possible for everyone!

In the north, but fishing seems to get tougher when water temps are 36-38. My favorite zone is 40-45.

Have had a lot of success on a vision 110, stunna, and rogue. Those are pretty much the only three I throw.

I did see that video, looks like a good stick too. I’m just an Expride snob 😁

Yes that’s what I want to use it for. Mostly 1/8-1/4 range with 4” baits so I assume I’d want the medium.

Anyone use the new Expride solid tip rods yet? Would like to purchase one but unsure if I should get the medium or medium heavy. I’m leaning towards the medium…