Super User Bankbeater Posted March 12, 2013 Super User Posted March 12, 2013 One Shimano, one Pflueger, one revo-s, and three round Abu reels.
The Rooster Posted March 12, 2013 Posted March 12, 2013 I'd be interested in the Pinnacle reels, especially the Optimus lines, but no one local carries them, nor does BPS and now apparently Cabela's doesn't have it anymore either. We just got a Cabela's store. I'll look next time I'm in there but this year's catalog doesn't show it anymore. I'm a hands on before I buy guy when it comes to tackle. 1
RyneB Posted March 12, 2013 Posted March 12, 2013 i have noticed they have been laying low. But thats because i havent seen Gambler running around lately. I have been a die hard Abu guy, but i purchased a Daiwa Lexa 100, and am now trying to figure out how i can afford ridding myself of all my Revo S's and gettin all Lexas. I stll love my Gen 2 Premier though, that will forever be my favorite reel. I just sold my Curado, so i am now shimano baitcaster free. I still have a Sahara spinning reel, but thats pretty much the wifes, so that doesnt count.
Super User ww2farmer Posted March 12, 2013 Super User Posted March 12, 2013 I'm part of the " I fish what I like, and don't give a crap what every one else uses posse" Even though all my reels are Shimano, and all my rods are St Croix, I don't feel the need to go on long winded rants on why my stuff is better than yours. For one, because quite frankly, that is highly subjective, and for two...........I just don't care. I'm sure if I fished brand x, y, or z the end results would be the same. Now if someone asks a question about a particular rod/reel I own or use, I am more than happy or willing to tell what I think about it. I am also willing to tell someone they are full of crap when they proclaim gear they have spent little to no time with on the water is garbage, and that the stuff they have is great, because, of course they own it. 7
down4ttown Posted March 12, 2013 Posted March 12, 2013 I am on the Team Lew's and Shimano Bandwagon. Both fill different needs for me and both are awesome!
thehooligan Posted March 12, 2013 Posted March 12, 2013 I've got it down to 6 shimano reels, 4 shimano rods, a Fenwick smallie rod, and Powell max rod. Hoping to add an nrx and recon too....
Super User A-Jay Posted March 12, 2013 Super User Posted March 12, 2013 Which reels do you like from quantum? I might have to try some out. Or at least go to BPS and hold some. The Tour KVD reels ~ The Cranker, the 6.6:1 and the 7.3:1. I've been fish the Quantum Tour PT rods & reels for a while and I like them. A-Jay http://www.quantumfishing.com/products/1885/Tour-KVD.aspx
shootermcbob Posted March 12, 2013 Posted March 12, 2013 I use shimano citicas, and curado E5, E7, and 50E's. I have fished with many others including daiwa, BPS pro qualifier and prolite/carbonlites, quantum, pflueger, and abu garcia. Prefer shimano for many reasons, not the least of which is how they feel in my hand. I prefer shimano stradics in spinning gear, but have fished many of the others. I am not "set" on just fishing shimano, and look at other reels. Just have not found the right reel for the right deal to try anything else ...YET. As far as rods go, I have and use cabelas XML series, shimano cumara, crucial, and compre, St. croix avids, and powell max and endurance series. I like them all, but really favor the cumara series. Have not tried them yet, but am interested in the abu veritas and dobyns series rods. Again, right deal has not presented itself yet.
0119 Posted March 12, 2013 Posted March 12, 2013 Pinnacle was big here in Fl. for a year in the early 90s. Everyone thought they had a cheap alternative of a Calcutta. No tackle shop would work on them and the salt seized then up in a trip or two. I could never bring myself to get one then, I wont try now either. Im interested in how guys slam a Revo and praise a Lew's that came out of a different back door of the same factory.
TNBassin' Posted March 12, 2013 Posted March 12, 2013 I don't care what anyone uses, as I'm not brand loyal, nor do I care about huge corporations. I tend to buy the latest/greatest, or what feels good to ME. That being said, this board has gotten out of hand with Abu threads being invaded by Shimano fan boys. The Revo S vs STX thread on here was invaded not 2-3 posts in by someone saying to "buy a Shimano". I'm sure if these people were interested in a Shimano product, they would have asked about one. Shimano guys are like Jehovas Witnesses. Relentless, unwanted, and always interrupting at the wrong times. Why Bassresource doesn't have brand specific forums is beyond me. This would keep the Shimano Posse out of the Abu, Okuma, Pflueger etc threads, and vice versa. 2
Maico1 Posted March 12, 2013 Posted March 12, 2013 I like my JDM Shimano's and really don't get into the War Games.....I leave that to the experts. 1
Stingray23 Posted March 12, 2013 Posted March 12, 2013 I don't care what anyone uses, as I'm not brand loyal, nor do I care about huge corporations. I tend to buy the latest/greatest, or what feels good to ME. That being said, this board has gotten out of hand with Abu threads being invaded by Shimano fan boys. The Revo S vs STX thread on here was invaded not 2-3 posts in by someone saying to "buy a Shimano". I'm sure if these people were interested in a Shimano product, they would have asked about one. Shimano guys are like Jehovas Witnesses. Relentless, unwanted, and always interrupting at the wrong times. Why Bassresource doesn't have brand specific forums is beyond me. This would keep the Shimano Posse out of the Abu, Okuma, Pflueger etc threads, and vice versa.
Super User clayton86 Posted March 12, 2013 Author Super User Posted March 12, 2013 I don't care what anyone uses, as I'm not brand loyal, nor do I care about huge corporations. I tend to buy the latest/greatest, or what feels good to ME. That being said, this board has gotten out of hand with Abu threads being invaded by Shimano fan boys. The Revo S vs STX thread on here was invaded not 2-3 posts in by someone saying to "buy a Shimano". I'm sure if these people were interested in a Shimano product, they would have asked about one. Shimano guys are like Jehovas Witnesses. Relentless, unwanted, and always interrupting at the wrong times. Why Bassresource doesn't have brand specific forums is beyond me. This would keep the Shimano Posse out of the Abu, Okuma, Pflueger etc threads, and vice versa. that's what made me think about it one of the biggest offenders hasn't been around................
Maico1 Posted March 12, 2013 Posted March 12, 2013 that's what made me think about it one of the biggest offenders hasn't been around................ That is because he has been over at TT lately getting his come uppins ...It is quite comical. 5
Diggy Posted March 12, 2013 Posted March 12, 2013 It's funny I knew what this thread was about based on the title. The head of the gang has taken his talents elsewhere and it's heading the same way....all I can say.
Super User clayton86 Posted March 12, 2013 Author Super User Posted March 12, 2013 I actually had to pry a commen out of him a few weeks ago lol
nascar2428 Posted March 12, 2013 Posted March 12, 2013 I don't care what anyone uses, as I'm not brand loyal, nor do I care about huge corporations. I tend to buy the latest/greatest, or what feels good to ME. That being said, this board has gotten out of hand with Abu threads being invaded by Shimano fan boys. The Revo S vs STX thread on here was invaded not 2-3 posts in by someone saying to "buy a Shimano". I'm sure if these people were interested in a Shimano product, they would have asked about one. Shimano guys are like Jehovas Witnesses. Relentless, unwanted, and always interrupting at the wrong times. Why Bassresource doesn't have brand specific forums is beyond me. This would keep the Shimano Posse out of the Abu, Okuma, Pflueger etc threads, and vice versa. I love the brand smack talk, it keeps things lively!!
RyneB Posted March 13, 2013 Posted March 13, 2013 That is because he has been over at TT lately getting his come uppins ...It is quite comical. so hes gone? can we throw a bass resource party? I have noticed since the fire starter hasnt been around, its been a much more friendly forum.
Diggy Posted March 13, 2013 Posted March 13, 2013 so hes gone? can we throw a bass resource party? I have noticed since the fire starter hasnt been around, its been a much more friendly forum. say his name 3x in the mirror, I dare you!!! He'll pop up like candyman but with a trokar hook as a hand!!! Please no!!! 1
RyneB Posted March 13, 2013 Posted March 13, 2013 i wouldnt do that to my worst enemy lol. I kind of miss him though, he would get so defensive.
Super User Goose52 Posted March 13, 2013 Super User Posted March 13, 2013 Im interested in how guys slam a Revo and praise a Lew's that came out of a different back door of the same factory. And out of that factorys door # 3 come many of the BPS reels... 1
0119 Posted March 13, 2013 Posted March 13, 2013 Yup, and Fox and Banax and Penn and Pheluger. I like my new Revo S, its gonna be a great stay in the truck reel. But its still a Ford/Mazda, Chev/Daihatsu in a BMW world.
Super User clayton86 Posted March 13, 2013 Author Super User Posted March 13, 2013 Arnt Pfluegers made by the same company ad Revo and lews also? My first bait caster was a Pflueger echlon I still have it I should clean her up it was a good reel it has taken one heck of a beating it looks rough. My quantums I wish I could say the same they have all broke in less then a season still have that pile of reels also none work right but still look brand new. My echlon looks like it's been threw a woodchipper and spent a year at the bottom of the lake but still works great.
EvanT123 Posted March 13, 2013 Posted March 13, 2013 Ill be the first one to admit when I got my first nice shimano I was in love and bragged about it here That said I've realized yes it's nice to have "nice and/or expensive" gear. Since then I've realized. 1. I have a lot to learn as far as catching and understanding bass fishing is concerned. 2. Fish what feels good in your hand and just enjoy being outdoors, fish what feels good in your hand, and try to spread the enjoyment to friends and family. That's more like four but you get the point. 2
Ima Bass Ninja Posted March 13, 2013 Posted March 13, 2013 I am part of the Pflueger posse so me and the 8 other Pflueger freaks here aren't really involved. :-p I'm one of those too! Maybe we can get the other 7 members to chime in! As far as those that have opinions on LMG all I can say is that I had the pleasure of meeting him in person and he was one of the nicest , well mannered people I have met in person on this forum and I will leave it at that.
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