0119 Posted June 11, 2014 Posted June 11, 2014 I think you'll only see cork on the upper end models above Cumara. Quote
Super User lmbfisherman Posted June 11, 2014 Super User Posted June 11, 2014 Cumara was released last year wasn't it? Can't see an update already. As long as it's not full cork, I'm ok with it. I really don't care if it's cork or foam, as long as it is a split grip. Quote
OK Bass Hunter Posted June 11, 2014 Posted June 11, 2014 I think this is the 4th year of the Cumara and it is on the 2nd edition. Quote
Super User *Hootie Posted June 11, 2014 Super User Posted June 11, 2014 I prefer cork, but I think it's because I'm old...lol. Hootie Quote
Super User F14A-B Posted June 11, 2014 Super User Posted June 11, 2014 Cork, as long as it is top shelf, I like Eva on some rods... In the right density. Personally Iam sick of split grips... Loomis does it pretty good... 1 Quote
thehooligan Posted June 11, 2014 Posted June 11, 2014 I just want them to bring the Cumulus and 1st gen Cumara back... 3 Quote
War Eagle 44 Posted June 11, 2014 Posted June 11, 2014 I just want them to bring the Cumulus and 1st gen Cumara back... x2 Quote
Super User Tywithay Posted June 11, 2014 Super User Posted June 11, 2014 I wish they'd do a full EVA. Maybe it'd help balance out the rods. Tired of all these crappy split grips and tip heavy rods. Quote
Super User lmbfisherman Posted June 11, 2014 Super User Posted June 11, 2014 I just want them to bring the Cumulus and 1st gen Cumara back... Quote
Super User Hi Salenity Posted June 11, 2014 Super User Posted June 11, 2014 I used to be a cork only guy but now I don't care as much? Something about a worn out EVA grip I'm starting to like? Quote
Super User Tywithay Posted June 11, 2014 Super User Posted June 11, 2014 I used to be a cork only guy but now I don't care as much? Something about a worn out EVA grip I'm starting to like? I'd be curious to see a "worn out" EVA grip. I have several old cork rods that have had the filler fall out and what not, but I've never had an EVA that looked much worse than it did brand new. Quote
0119 Posted June 12, 2014 Posted June 12, 2014 Look at any Veritas, Vendetta or other recent Abu rod after it was held for a season and you'll see worn. Quote
Super User Tywithay Posted June 12, 2014 Super User Posted June 12, 2014 Look at any Veritas, Vendetta or other recent Abu rod after it was held for a season and you'll see worn. I reckon that's the difference between good EVA and cheap EVA. 1 Quote
Super User F14A-B Posted June 12, 2014 Super User Posted June 12, 2014 I wish they'd do a full EVA. Maybe it'd help balance out the rods. Tired of all these crappy split grips and tip heavy rods. Ain't that the truth? Sick of the splits too! Quote
IAY Posted June 12, 2014 Posted June 12, 2014 I really hope they bring the PG series from Japan ^^ Quote
Super User Hi Salenity Posted June 12, 2014 Super User Posted June 12, 2014 I'd be curious to see a "worn out" EVA grip. I have several old cork rods that have had the filler fall out and what not, but I've never had an EVA that looked much worse than it did brand new.I'll get u a pic but I'm home now and my boats at my shop Quote
Hogsticker Posted June 12, 2014 Posted June 12, 2014 Not sure how this got into a cork or Eva deal, but I would suspect the new Crucial to have split Eva....but would like to see full Eva. Quote
Arv Posted June 12, 2014 Posted June 12, 2014 I prefer cork, but I think it's because I'm old...lol. Hootie I prefer cork too but I'm in my mid 20's. Am I an old soul, or are you young at heart? Maybe cork just feels better, haha. Quote
BradGuenette Posted June 12, 2014 Posted June 12, 2014 I was talking with my local Shimano rep, the new Crucials will not have EVA grip, they are going back to cork. Quote
Loop_Dad Posted June 12, 2014 Posted June 12, 2014 I was talking with my local Shimano rep, the new Crucials will not have EVA grip, they are going back to cork. Wow, really? That surprises me. I'm probably minority here, but I do like the feel of EVA over cork, except for the balance thou. 1 Quote
BassCats Posted June 12, 2014 Posted June 12, 2014 It is not possible to buy AAAA cork anymore. The cost has skyrocketed for cork with both the fishing industry and the wine industry. I prefer a split handle because it gives me better leverage when casting, though it does cause tip heavy rods. I like the new EVA foam that companies are using now, it no longer falls off or tears up like the old EVA foam. I have yet to try the other materials out there, I just don't have the budget to buy that many rods currently. I am in the process of testing different reels to see what I like best now. Next year will be the year of the rods. Quote
fishindad Posted June 12, 2014 Posted June 12, 2014 I was talking with my local Shimano rep, the new Crucials will not have EVA grip, they are going back to cork. Sweeeet!! I've got two of the cork split grip Crucial dropshot rods that are the BOMB, but on their last legs - broken hook keeper, chipped blanks, damaged cork, etc. - from all the wear and tear landing many nice smallies. If this is true, I'll buy 5 of these new Crucials. Cannot wait! Quote
0119 Posted June 12, 2014 Posted June 12, 2014 If they are upgrading to cork as the “rep“ said, then I bet they upgrade the price too. It's their m.o. to upgrade the blank too whenever they change. I hope the blank will have a conservative color, the Cumara deep red was modest compared to some companies. Quote
TrippyJai Posted June 12, 2014 Posted June 12, 2014 Moving back to cork is a step in the right direction since almost every rod company is making rods with split grip EVA handles. I can't wait to see what they have to offer. Please have some full handle cork models, but I don't see that happening if they decide to keep their proprietary reel seat. Quote
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