EWREX Posted January 10, 2022 Posted January 10, 2022 As the temps dip and the ice begins to form, I'm dreaming of spring 2022! Here is my lineup for this upcoming season. I'm very brand bias if you couldn't notice. What's everyone else's 2022 lineup?? 6 1 Quote
zpelletier Posted January 10, 2022 Posted January 10, 2022 My lineup is beginner/broke ha Casting: -7’ MH/F built on Mudhole blank w/ Shimano Curado MGL 150 Spinning: -Hopefully something ML with something 2000 or 2500 for finesse if I can’t find something decent on sale -7’ M/F idk what it is and I don’t have a reel 5 Quote
EWREX Posted January 10, 2022 Author Posted January 10, 2022 2 minutes ago, zpelletier said: My lineup is beginner/broke ha Casting: -7’ MH/F built on Mudhole blank w/ Shimano Curado MGL 150 Spinning: -Hopefully something ML with something 2000 or 2500 for finesse if I can’t find something decent on sale -7’ M/F idk what it is and I don’t have a reel i've got a couple used pflueger supreme spinning reels if you are interested. 2 Quote
zpelletier Posted January 10, 2022 Posted January 10, 2022 19 minutes ago, EWREX said: i've got a couple used pflueger supreme spinning reels if you are interested. I appreciate it, I was given a gift card to TW so I’m just waiting for them to get more back in stock and I’ve got some time before Connecticut thaws. Do you like the fuego lt? 2 Quote
EWREX Posted January 10, 2022 Author Posted January 10, 2022 3 minutes ago, zpelletier said: I appreciate it, I was given a gift card to TW so I’m just waiting for them to get more back in stock and I’ve got some time before Connecticut thaws. Do you like the fuego lt? fuego LT is a fantastic reel at the $100 price point 2 Quote
Super User MickD Posted January 10, 2022 Super User Posted January 10, 2022 17 minutes ago, zpelletier said: Do you like the fuego lt? I cannot tell it from the Tatula LT. Maybe in a big number of years, but not out of the box. Both are fine reels. 40 minutes ago, EWREX said: used pflueger supreme spinning reels if you are interested. Details? Quote
EWREX Posted January 10, 2022 Author Posted January 10, 2022 3 minutes ago, MickD said: Details? i'll send you a PM Quote
swhit140 Posted January 10, 2022 Posted January 10, 2022 Casting: Powell Diesel Crankbait Rod x 2 w/2-Daiwa Tatula CT 6:3:1 (2016-19 version) Kistler KLX 704 w/Daiwa Tatula SV TW 7:3:1 Red Spider (import model) Kistler KLX 734 w/Daiwa Tatula SV TW 7:3:1 Red Spider (import model) FXtreme MB71MHF(Gen3) w/Daiwa Tatula CT 7:3:1 (2016-19 version) FXtreme MB734HF(Gen3) w/Daiwa Tatula CT CS 7:3:1 (import model) Spinning: St Croix Victory VTS71MF 7'1 w/Daiwa Fuego LT 6:2:1 4 Quote
EWREX Posted January 10, 2022 Author Posted January 10, 2022 9 minutes ago, swhit140 said: Casting: Powell Diesel Crankbait Rod x 2 w/2-Daiwa Tatula CT 6:3:1 (2016-19 version) Kistler KLX 704 w/Daiwa Tatula SV TW 7:3:1 Red Spider (import model) Kistler KLX 734 w/Daiwa Tatula SV TW 7:3:1 Red Spider (import model) FXtreme MB71MHF(Gen3) w/Daiwa Tatula CT 7:3:1 (2016-19 version) FXtreme MB734HF(Gen3) w/Daiwa Tatula CT CS 7:3:1 (import model) Spinning: St Croix Victory VTS71MF 7'1 w/Daiwa Fuego LT 6:2:1 solid lineup! 2 Quote
Super User MN Fisher Posted January 10, 2022 Super User Posted January 10, 2022 Okay - I'll play along - it's not set in stone yet, but this is how it's shaping up for 2022 6 Quote
Super User Deleted account Posted January 10, 2022 Super User Posted January 10, 2022 Long range planning is like #6 on my "You know how I know you don't fish?" list. Loop knot is pretty high up there too. I was "planning" to go today, but ice had a different idea. 1 2 Quote
FrankN209 Posted January 10, 2022 Posted January 10, 2022 Casting: 21' Steez LTD with Roro Spool on a Expride 7'2" Med Lt+ 19' Antares 70 on a Expride 6'8" Med Hvy Sv103HL on a Phenix Feather 7'3" Extra Hvy Spinning: Pflueger Supreme XT 30x on a Zodias 7' Med Lt 2 Quote
EWREX Posted January 10, 2022 Author Posted January 10, 2022 8 minutes ago, Deleted account said: Long range planning is like #6 on my "You know how I know you don't fish?" list. Loop knot is pretty high up there too. I was "planning" to go today, but ice had a different idea. i’ll be out in the hard water next weekend. drinking beer will be my main priority 28 minutes ago, MN Fisher said: Okay - I'll play along - it's not set in stone yet, but this is how it's shaping up for 2022 nice arsenal you’ve got there 1 Quote
Super User T-Billy Posted January 11, 2022 Super User Posted January 11, 2022 Casting: ARK Tharp Series: Gunterville/Super Duty, King Cobra/Super Duty, Money Maker/Super Duty, Hammer/Pro SP, B-Hittay/Speed Spool LFS x2, One Eyed Jack/SLX MGL, ARK Cobb: One More/Tournament MB, Phenix Feather 7'1" L/Curado BFS, Feather 7'1" ML/Curado 71 MGL. Spinning: Spinning rods are for crappie now that I have those Feathers. Those things are SWEET!!! 4 Quote
rtwvumtneer6 Posted January 11, 2022 Posted January 11, 2022 Everytime I fall into this trap, this early, I end up buying something else. So, for now, I'm going to stay away from this one... 2 4 Quote
Kevhead19 Posted January 11, 2022 Posted January 11, 2022 This is the full arsenal as of today and what I plan to run with for 2022. I bought a used Evergreen on a whim last year and suddenly they took over. Not much discussion on them but they are great rods for the price. Physically heavier but great actions. Casting: Evergreen Combat Stick 7'2 MH (Moving Versatile/SB-125 model) + Tatula Elite 7 speed Evergreen Combat Stick 7'3 H Glass (Jackhammer special model) + Tatula SV 6 speed Evergreen Combat Stick 7' MH Glass (chatterbait / crankbait model) + Tatula 100 6 speed Evergeeen Combat Stick 7'8 Swimbait (ND180 wakebait model) + Zillion HD 7 speed BPS JM Platinum 6'9 M / F + Tatula SV 7 speed BPS JM Platinum 6'9 MH / F + Tatula SV 7 speed Millerods 7' Cast Freak model + Tatula SV 7 speed Dobyns Champion XP 736C + BPS JM Platinum 8 speed Dobyns Champion XP 704C + Tatula SV 7 speed Megabass Levante Perfect Pitch + Tatula 100 7 speed Megabass Destroyer P5 Tequila Baccarac + Zillion HD 7 speed Nameless Customs 786 Swimbait + Zillion HD Crazy Cranker 5 speed Dobyns Champion XP 806SB + Tatula 300 Spinning: Daiwa Rebellion 7' M / F + Kage LT 2500 Evergreen Combat Stick 7'1 MH / F + Fuego LT 2500 6 Quote
EWREX Posted January 11, 2022 Author Posted January 11, 2022 1 hour ago, Mastercaster said: i’m loving the excel spreadsheets ? 28 minutes ago, Kevhead19 said: This is the full arsenal as of today and what I plan to run with for 2022. I bought a used Evergreen on a whim last year and suddenly they took over. Not much discussion on them but they are great rods for the price. Physically heavier but great actions. Casting: Evergreen Combat Stick 7'2 MH (Moving Versatile/SB-125 model) + Tatula Elite 7 speed Evergreen Combat Stick 7'3 H Glass (Jackhammer special model) + Tatula SV 6 speed Evergreen Combat Stick 7' MH Glass (chatterbait / crankbait model) + Tatula 100 6 speed Evergeeen Combat Stick 7'8 Swimbait (ND180 wakebait model) + Zillion HD 7 speed BPS JM Platinum 6'9 M / F + Tatula SV 7 speed BPS JM Platinum 6'9 MH / F + Tatula SV 7 speed Millerods 7' Cast Freak model + Tatula SV 7 speed Dobyns Champion XP 736C + BPS JM Platinum 8 speed Dobyns Champion XP 704C + Tatula SV 7 speed Megabass Levante Perfect Pitch + Tatula 100 7 speed Megabass Destroyer P5 Tequila Baccarac + Zillion HD 7 speed Nameless Customs 786 Swimbait + Zillion HD Crazy Cranker 5 speed Dobyns Champion XP 806SB + Tatula 300 Spinning: Daiwa Rebellion 7' M / F + Kage LT 2500 Evergreen Combat Stick 7'1 MH / F + Fuego LT 2500 how do you like the combat sticks? i’d love to get one that i really don’t need for chatterbaits Quote
Kevhead19 Posted January 11, 2022 Posted January 11, 2022 44 minutes ago, EWREX said: i’m loving the excel spreadsheets ? how do you like the combat sticks? i’d love to get one that i really don’t need for chatterbaits For many techniques they usurped my Dobyns arsenal other than Frogs and Plastics. The graphite 7'2 MH/Mod Fast and 7'8 Wakebait rods get the most use. The 7'2 is my primary spinner/swim jig/big walking bait rod. I think it is the newest rod in the lineup. The 7'8 lives with a Spro Rat 50 constantly. This is a complete sleeper for a 1-4oz treble swimbait stick. Long handle, wonderful action. The 7 MH and 7'3 H glass are pretty slick but have some trade offs. Glass is clunky and heavy...these rods are no exception. They are 100% balanced for tip down position. I use the H more and it flings bladed jigs and 6xd size cranks all day for me. When a fish hooks up it doesn't stand a chance. Beautiful landing power but did I mention phyiscally heavy? Haha. Longer handles on those casting models which I prefer. The 7'1 MH spin is the best candidate for a 'one and done' spin only rod. I have it ready for guests that do not want to use a baitcaster for pond trips. I use my Rebellion more but that doesn't take away from the versatility of this model. I did not like the graphite casting jig and worm rods. Those were too awkward for me to hold tip up. My Dobyns, Platinums and Millerod are way, way more enjoyable for those presentations. 1 Quote
Kevhead19 Posted January 11, 2022 Posted January 11, 2022 2 hours ago, T-Billy said: Casting: ARK Tharp Series: Gunterville/Super Duty, King Cobra/Super Duty, Money Maker/Super Duty, Hammer/Pro SP, B-Hittay/Speed Spool LFS x2, One Eyed Jack/SLX MGL, ARK Cobb: One More/Tournament MB, Phenix Feather 7'1" L/Curado BFS, Feather 7'1" ML/Curado 71 MGL. Spinning: Spinning rods are for crappie now that I have those Feathers. Those things are SWEET!!! Those Ark Tharp rods are the real deal. I sold a Money Maker that I completely regret. I have a feeling I will be adding one back into the mix by the end of the year. I've wanted to get my hands on an Offshore Special also. 1 Quote
EWREX Posted January 11, 2022 Author Posted January 11, 2022 44 minutes ago, Kevhead19 said: For many techniques they usurped my Dobyns arsenal other than Frogs and Plastics. The graphite 7'2 MH/Mod Fast and 7'8 Wakebait rods get the most use. The 7'2 is my primary spinner/swim jig/big walking bait rod. I think it is the newest rod in the lineup. The 7'8 lives with a Spro Rat 50 constantly. This is a complete sleeper for a 1-4oz treble swimbait stick. Long handle, wonderful action. The 7 MH and 7'3 H glass are pretty slick but have some trade offs. Glass is clunky and heavy...these rods are no exception. They are 100% balanced for tip down position. I use the H more and it flings bladed jigs and 6xd size cranks all day for me. When a fish hooks up it doesn't stand a chance. Beautiful landing power but did I mention phyiscally heavy? Haha. Longer handles on those casting models which I prefer. The 7'1 MH spin is the best candidate for a 'one and done' spin only rod. I have it ready for guests that do not want to use a baitcaster for pond trips. I use my Rebellion more but that doesn't take away from the versatility of this model. I did not like the graphite casting jig and worm rods. Those were too awkward for me to hold tip up. My Dobyns, Platinums and Millerod are way, way more enjoyable for those presentations. awesome breakdown i appreciate the insight. i’ll take a look at the jackhammer special and see if i can get my hands in one somewhere to feel out. 1 Quote
Super User T-Billy Posted January 11, 2022 Super User Posted January 11, 2022 14 hours ago, Kevhead19 said: Those Ark Tharp rods are the real deal. I sold a Money Maker that I completely regret. I have a feeling I will be adding one back into the mix by the end of the year. I've wanted to get my hands on an Offshore Special also. They're a great value for sure. They've relegated my Dobyns and Abu's to moving bait duty. I love ARK's formula of using the same blanks across multiple lines with guides and seats dictating the price point. It enables us to buy different series online and get what we're expecting. The Tharp Series doesn't have a model comparable to the Cobb One More so I ordered it and got exactly what I was expecting. Kudos to ARK for that. 2 Quote
Super User new2BC4bass Posted January 11, 2022 Super User Posted January 11, 2022 I've accumulated a few rods and reels the past 3-4 years. Most haven't been used yet. Hopefully my interest will be high enough this year to go out fishing a few times. Spinning: Primarily want to use Major Craft Benkei 6'7" LF w/BG1500, Abu Fantasista Regista 6'10" MLF w/Daiwa 16 EM MS 2508PE-H and Fenwick ET Smallmouth 6'9" M-EF w/Daiwa Procyon EX 2000 Casting rods: Many including some I've had for awhile. Definitely want to get out with my new and new-2-me Doctor Shamans, Zolos, Tharps, Heliums, iRods. Older rods: OG Tatulas, Fenwick Techna AVs, Rainshadow RX7 and Smallmouth ETs. Casting reels: Daiwa Pixy, Steez, TD-Z, Zillion, Alphas, both Coastal models, Shimano Bantam MGL, Scorpion MGL, SLX 71 MGL, Chronarch 100B, Exsence DC, Pinnacle Primmus, Tour S3, Helios Air, and a couple Lew's. If I get out enough I will take some of the older rods/reels out. EDIT: I did pick up a little fly fishing gear. Sure would be nice to give them a shot as well although most would be for panfish rather than bass. 6 Quote
EWREX Posted January 11, 2022 Author Posted January 11, 2022 1 hour ago, new2BC4bass said: I've accumulated a few rods and reels the past 3-4 years. Most haven't been used yet. Hopefully my interest will be high enough this year to go out fishing a few times. Spinning: Primarily want to use Major Craft Benkei 6'7" LF w/BG1500, Abu Fantasista Regista 6'10" MLF w/Daiwa 16 EM MS 2508PE-H and Fenwick ET Smallmouth 6'9" M-EF w/Daiwa Procyon EX 2000 Casting rods: Many including some I've had for awhile. Definitely want to get out with my new and new-2-me Doctor Shamans, Zolos, Tharps, Heliums, iRods. Older rods: OG Tatulas, Fenwick Techna AVs, Rainshadow RX7 and Smallmouth ETs. Casting reels: Daiwa Pixy, Steez, TD-Z, Zillion, Alphas, both Coastal models, Shimano Bantam MGL, Scorpion MGL, SLX 71 MGL, Chronarch 100B, Exsence DC, Pinnacle Primmus, Tour S3, Helios Air, and a couple Lew's. If I get out enough I will take some of the older rods/reels out. EDIT: I did pick up a little fly fishing gear. Sure would be nice to give them a shot as well although most would be for panfish rather than bass. you've got some real nice gear, i hope your interest is high enough to get out there a few times to put that stuff to work! 1 Quote
Super User DitchPanda Posted January 11, 2022 Super User Posted January 11, 2022 My line up this year hasn't changed much from last year...I did add another 1000 size Daiwa Revros and I have a new rod on the way a Majorcraft nanoace 6'9" medium fast casting I'm gonna use for poppers and jerkbaits under 1\2oz. 3 Quote
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