jb530 Posted March 5, 2015 Posted March 5, 2015 a local tackle shop is going out of business and has the cus72mh on clearance for $120. Its the one that came out in like 2008. My question is this still a good deal and how would this older rod (originally $219) compare to the newer rods in that sale price range like an equivalent *** for example? Quote
Hogsticker Posted March 5, 2015 Posted March 5, 2015 Hard to beat a gen 1 Cumara brand new for 120 bucks. I don't think you will find a better rod new at that price. Quote
Preytorien Posted March 5, 2015 Posted March 5, 2015 I'd jump on that. It's an excellent rod. Wish I had one of my own. I've only ever used someone else's Quote
thehooligan Posted March 5, 2015 Posted March 5, 2015 Thats a great buy, im a huge fan of the 1st gen cumaras. Great handle/reelseat, SIC guides, light, and sensitive blank. You wont find a better production rod in 2015 for that money. Quote
Super User lmbfisherman Posted March 5, 2015 Super User Posted March 5, 2015 a local tackle shop is going out of business and has the cus72mh on clearance for $120. Its the one that came out in like 2008. My question is this still a good deal and how would this older rod (originally $219) compare to the newer rods in that sale price range like an equivalent *** for example? I'm in the hunt for more, these are my 2nd favorite Shimano rod. Number 1 is a Cumulus which is even harder to find. For 120 I would buy a couple. Quote
Super User new2BC4bass Posted March 5, 2015 Super User Posted March 5, 2015 MH-F or MH-XF ? I ask because from what I read about the MH-XF was that it was a terrific jig rod.......but you had to stay within its weight range. I have the MH-F and like it a lot. At that price, I wouldn't care which model it was. I'd grab it. Quote
Super User Sam Posted March 5, 2015 Super User Posted March 5, 2015 JB, when the Cumara came out it was the best rod in the world. It is still a great rod. Go for it! Quote
jb530 Posted March 5, 2015 Author Posted March 5, 2015 MH-F or MH-XF ? I ask because from what I read about the MH-XF was that it was a terrific jig rod.......but you had to stay withing its weight range. I have the MH-F and like it a lot. At that price, I wouldn't care which model it was. I'd grab it. its the MH-F Quote
Global Moderator Mike L Posted March 5, 2015 Global Moderator Posted March 5, 2015 Agree... I got a black 7'6" Med/Fast Cumara spinning rod that I really didn't need. It made all my others obsolete. Mike Quote
Super User kickerfish1 Posted March 5, 2015 Super User Posted March 5, 2015 I own 4 of the older Gen 1 black Cumara rods. Love them. Bought all of them new, but on sale. As good of rod or better than any rods around the $100-$150 pricepoint currently in production. I have the 7'2 MH XF casting rod and it a good rod for 3/8 to 3/4 oz jigs. It also works well for bigger texas rigs and some soft plastic paddle tail swimbaits. Quote
Arv Posted March 5, 2015 Posted March 5, 2015 Great rod. I really like mine. I don't want to part with them, but I've made some purchases that require some money to be recouped. Quote
jtesch Posted March 5, 2015 Posted March 5, 2015 Have it, love it, go get it . Still a $200 rod in my eyes Quote
thehooligan Posted March 5, 2015 Posted March 5, 2015 Had my 6'8 spinning rod up for sale the other day , decided to keep it. I think they have one of the most unique reel seats. Keeping that and my 6'8 casting rod, one of the most versatile rods out there. Unfortunately sold my two prized cumulus rods but needed to recoup money. Still regret selling my 6'5 cumulus spinning model,that was an awesome rod. Only have one cumulus left now, my 6'5 casting rod. Quote
OK Bass Hunter Posted March 6, 2015 Posted March 6, 2015 Buy it and ship it to me and I'll pay you for it. Quote
OK Bass Hunter Posted March 6, 2015 Posted March 6, 2015 The 7-4 casting model is my go to rod for jigs and worms. This might be blasphemous but I like it just as much as my Megabass X4. Quote
Super User buzzed bait Posted March 6, 2015 Super User Posted March 6, 2015 Had my 6'8 spinning rod up for sale the other day , decided to keep it. I think they have one of the most unique reel seats. Keeping that and my 6'8 casting rod, one of the most versatile rods out there. Unfortunately sold my two prized cumulus rods but needed to recoup money. Still regret selling my 6'5 cumulus spinning model,that was an awesome rod. Only have one cumulus left now, my 6'5 casting rod. hooligan, just curious what it is that's unique about the reel seat? i recently bought a newer (red) cumara and it has a "clicking" or locking (not quite sure) reel seat (or rear threads), but not sure if that's what you're referring to. and OP, i absolutely love the newer version cumaras i recently picked up (6'8"MH casting and 6'8"M spinning). if these guys are all saying the older version is even better i would have ran back and bought it by now. Quote
thehooligan Posted March 6, 2015 Posted March 6, 2015 hooligan, just curious what it is that's unique about the reel seat? i recently bought a newer (red) cumara and it has a "clicking" or locking (not quite sure) reel seat (or rear threads), but not sure if that's what you're referring to. and OP, i absolutely love the newer version cumaras i recently picked up (6'8"MH casting and 6'8"M spinning). if these guys are all saying the older version is even better i would have ran back and bought it by now. The 1st gen cumara spinning models had a longer handle, much more comfortable. I like the newer red model, especially the blank and guides, just didnt like the short handle and red blank color... Quote
Super User buzzed bait Posted March 6, 2015 Super User Posted March 6, 2015 gotcha. i probably hold mine a little odd so the handle doesn't seem too short. and the aesthetics (red) are no problem or concern of mine. i'll readily admit the pflueger patriarch blue and cumara red clash like none other, but in your hands that combo is as light as a balloon. now i'm wanting to find a gen1 and see what i've been missing! Quote
Ahmed Posted November 5, 2019 Posted November 5, 2019 Hi there looking for gold, as in the Shimano cumara casting, anybody?? Quote
mrpao Posted November 6, 2019 Posted November 6, 2019 I still have some black cumaras that I use all the time. Probably one of the best rods shimano has put out. Quote
Super User QUAKEnSHAKE Posted November 6, 2019 Super User Posted November 6, 2019 I have the Cumara 7'6" ML/MF casting, not too fond of the rod myself prefer my gen 1 Smoke rods and Helios rods to it. But have found a purpose for it and that is ned rigs small spinnerbaits. Wouldnt buy this model again even at $100. Quote
mrpao Posted November 6, 2019 Posted November 6, 2019 I had that same model. Used it one time and got rid of rid. It was to flimsy for my needs. Some of the other models are great though. Quote
shimanoangler Posted December 26, 2020 Posted December 26, 2020 Anyone have any of the Gen 1 Cumara spinning rods for sale?? I am specifically looking for the 7'6" Med Power Fast Action spinning rod. Thank you!! Quote
CFDoc Posted December 27, 2020 Posted December 27, 2020 Everyday, for the past 5-6 years, I’ve woken up and said a quick prayer asking for Shimano to bring back the cumara line of rods. Im starting to think there’s no cumara god out there. Quote
Super User FishTank Posted December 27, 2020 Super User Posted December 27, 2020 I had one but after several years it broke (probably user error). Shimano replaced it with a Curado rod. It has been a good rod so far. It doesn't seem to be as well made as the Cumara but it is more sensitive, not as stiff, and it's kind of more fun to fish. Quote
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