JLewis134

Yes maybe Academy, BPS, etc. They only carry low-end rods around here. Most places are not going to let you buy a IMX-PRO, GLX and try it, take the tags off, use it and then exchange it.

Exactly! A rod over time will not be the same

Who told you that? Who is the source? So tell use how you know release dates? What else do they plan on dropping this year? I know word was last year NRX was going to drop but COVID I think messed that up.

With 10# braid, 2000 will be perfect!!

2000 is a beast. Just bought 2. Its more than enough for me

2000 is sweet! Definitely recommend

Not my cup of tea at all. 5 rating

HAHA You are correct! Exactly! 100% agree. I'm sure WRB will come with his "scientific" blanket statements and anecdotal evidence lol

Agreed. Very different lines. WRB is a broken record about this topic with generalization and anecdotal evidence. Not worth the effort Probably a bad batch of line since you've been fishing with FC for years and know proper knots etc. I suggest buying a different batch and you should be fine. Best of luck buddy

76XH Expride

FC works great. My preference is FC in 10 lb or 12 lb Sunline Super FC, Invizx, etc are all great lines. A great reel choice would be a Curado DC, Tatula 100 or 150

Any slight abrasion weakens ALL line. Flourocarbon have its flaws but it comes down to tying a Palomar knot (not overlapping lines), a Double San Diego Jam, etc. If you moisten your line when tightening, check your line periodically like you do with all lines, then you shouldn't have issues. But yes flourocarbon does have its weaknesses like all lines. Instance think the issues could be from buying non legitmate line such as buying from a website or company named Save A Lot,etc. Not moistening your knot when tightening down. Not tying a proper knot with flourocarbon. Try tying a Double San Diego Jam. Also, periodically change/check your line. Do not leave your gear/line outside. All these should minimize issues.

The hypothesis about micro guides could definitely be a possibility. I have used onyx and the green. I haven't used the Moonshine yet.

Something doesn't sound right to me. I use PP V2 and while it does fade, not in 4 trips. Daiwa J Braid losses it's color as you fish it lol. Sufix 832 is great line too. 832 and PP V2 is all I use.

Exactly. The sketchy part is are you truly getting what you bought. Often it's easy to tell but on others it's not. I could give you Big Game and tell you its Sunline Sniper, Berkley Trilene FC and 90% of people wouldn't know. That's why I stick to reputable dealers. Another thing is places like Amazon or Walmart that buy 10,000 units of a product. Who knows how long it's been warehoused deteriorating in 110 degree weather. I don't even buy food from Walmart as the last time I did I bought Slim Jims that were so dry and nasty, I had to throw them away. Nothing worse than a dry slim jim lol.

Not a fan of the ALX rods at all.

While the 735C could do it, it's not the best choice IMO. I would opt for the Tatula Elite 7'4 MH Howell rod. It's perfect for it!

Ultimately, I will state the most important thing IMO. A frog rod is a different rod to different people. A rod I would skip frogs under bushes on the river would not be the rod I use in mats. I recommend two different rods to be able to fish in those different circumstances. I use about a 3 different frog rods due to this. Price in mind?

Keep practicing. Set the DC module to 3 as it will help you learn and tighten the spool tensioner to there is minimal to no side to side play in spool.

Not a fan of the Conquest lineup in general. Fished the Conquest alongside many other rods and while a nice rod, I feel IMO there are better options. How big of senkos?

NRX 852 is a sweet rod! Can't go wrong ever

Try a buy a quality line from a reputable dealer

Mainly baits or rods? My local tackle shop has more rods than any retailer I have ever seen.

I love the Levantes. No issues.

Being in Canada may change a few things. International shipping is EXTREMELY expensive on rods so it all depends on what you have near you.