War Party Posted June 8, 2010 Posted June 8, 2010 For such a low price, the Vendetta is a really nice rod. IMO, a better rod than Mojo. For those of us with less disposable income or multiple outdoor hobbies to support, its nice to be able to afford such nice gear.
christine Cellino Posted June 8, 2010 Posted June 8, 2010 What I find that is funny is that what started out as Vendetta vs. Cumulus has turned in to Vendetta vs. Steez,GLX, and CumulusAlso I don't know why guys with the expensive stuff have attacked this thread like this. Might just be me but it seems they are trying to defend spending so much on rods when they know they could have got the same product for hundreds cheaper Quick background, if I may. I've been using JDM rods for probably 7 years now, Megabass, Evergreen and Daiwa (Japan Versions). Last year, I got tired of worrying about stuff walking away during tournaments, stuff being kicked overboard or broken so I picked up the Vendetta 6'9" casting model. I liked it so much I picked up the 6'3" caster, than the 7' med moderate, then the 6'9" spinning and the 7'6" heavy flippin. For about $350 I have a great set of rods that I can take anywhere I use any way I see fit without a second thought. I wouldn't use them in tournaments if they were garbage, that's insanity. The gap between great equipment and excellent is narrowing. I'd enjoy seeing some pics of those rods; I've been thinking of buying my husband a 'special' rod for his birthday, and I've always admired those Japanese fishing rods.
b.Lee Posted June 8, 2010 Posted June 8, 2010 Man i just got my 7' MH VTS70-5 Spinning Rod, it is a lot more rod than I was looking for. Especially for my Stradic CI4.... I think I am just going to buckle down and get a Loomis or Shimano
Dockhead Posted June 19, 2010 Posted June 19, 2010 I'd enjoy seeing some pics of those rods; I've been thinking of buying my husband a 'special' rod for his birthday, and I've always admired those Japanese fishing rods. Do you have a sister??!!
Incheon Basser Posted June 19, 2010 Posted June 19, 2010 well the ugly stick tiger is better than them both take a look at this Ugly Stik Tiger, the original offshore big cat! Date: 1/20/02 Tackle type: Rod Manufacturer: Shakespeare Reviewer: Zander Total Score: 8.58 Introduction: The one and only Ugly Stik by Shakespeare is still the top selling rod series of all time. We take a look at this veteran to see just what makes this rod so popular. ;D ;D ;D
Captain Obvious Posted June 19, 2010 Author Posted June 19, 2010 Ugly Stik Tiger, the original offshore big cat! Sorry you just brought a deep sea fishing rod to a bass fishing rod war. And of course ugly stick would be rated that high. Its the best in the world for that kind of fishing. But lets see you fish a t-rig on it. The Vendetta and Cumulus are both rods for bass fishing. Capt.O
bweave09 Posted June 19, 2010 Posted June 19, 2010 Ugly Stik Tiger, the original offshore big cat! Sorry you just brought a deep sea fishing rod to a bass fishing rod war. And of course ugly stick would be rated that high. Its the best in the world for that kind of fishing. But lets see you fish a t-rig on it. The Vendetta and Cumulus are both rods for bass fishing. Capt.O That was a joke
rubba bubba Posted June 19, 2010 Posted June 19, 2010 Ugly Stik Tiger, the original offshore big cat! Sorry you just brought a deep sea fishing rod to a bass fishing rod war. And of course ugly stick would be rated that high. Its the best in the world for that kind of fishing. But lets see you fish a t-rig on it. The Vendetta and Cumulus are both rods for bass fishing. Capt.O That was a joke It proved to be too obvious for the Captain himself.
trevor Posted June 19, 2010 Posted June 19, 2010 Yep, and I rate the Wright & McGill Tessera rods as slightly better than the Loomis GLX.Equipment reviews...what a racket.
Super User Gone_Phishin Posted June 20, 2010 Super User Posted June 20, 2010 Is anyone using the 7'1" Cumulus for jigs?
SimonDM17 Posted June 20, 2010 Posted June 20, 2010 You guys (Capt. O) need to re-read the TT reviews. IMHO, the Cumulus shouldn't be in their contest--it's unfair to put a high-end stick into a general-purpose competition. They should have a price cap on it. Anyway, the Cumulus won out on: Weight Component quality Balancing torque Sensitivity And the Vendetta won out on: Value for the money Design (which is even more inherently subjective than sensitivity) Further, and please correct me if I'm wrong, the Vendetta is publicized as using 30-ton graphite. Isn't that of good, but not great, quality? There's also the warranty (2-year, $10+S&H versus lifetime over-the-counter). In terms of value for money, the Vendetta is obviously superior. In terms of absolute performance, the Cumulus is equally obviously superior.
Captain Obvious Posted June 21, 2010 Author Posted June 21, 2010 The only thing I have gotten is how the Cumulus is sooo much better then the vendetta. What I want to know is that if it is such a "Great Rod" Then it must be the worst one at its price point. Other $300 rods are rated much higher than it like the GLX or an Avid, which isn't even a $300 rod. All I every said is that if I'm going out and spending that much on a rod I'd expect it to be rated much higher. And Yes I should have know it was a joke ;D it's unfair to put a high-end stick into a general-purpose competition. This is funny. We are now making excuses for the "top of the line" rod.
Super User Dan: Posted June 21, 2010 Super User Posted June 21, 2010 Seriously? This thread hasn't died yet?
CWilliams Posted June 21, 2010 Posted June 21, 2010 What I want to know is that if it is such a "Great Rod" Then it must be the worst one at its price point. Other $300 rods are rated much higher than it like the GLX or an Avid, which isn't even a $300 rod. What do you want to know? Was there supposed to be a question? I do not understand why you are trying so hard to make the Cumulus look bad. Why does it bother you so much?
Steven Ladner Posted June 21, 2010 Posted June 21, 2010 Seriously? This thread hasn't died yet? I'm surprised as well. I don't see the purpose of it continuing at this point.
Super User SoFlaBassAddict Posted June 21, 2010 Super User Posted June 21, 2010 Seriously? This thread hasn't died yet? First thing I thought when I saw it at the top of the list...
Super User skunked_again Posted June 21, 2010 Super User Posted June 21, 2010 Seriously? This thread hasn't died yet? Roger that......
Captain Obvious Posted June 21, 2010 Author Posted June 21, 2010 I think this thread should die. It was fun at first but now its just repeated opinions. Clearly there is much to be said on both sides and it has been said. Personal I wish a moderator would shut it down for good. Tight lines to everyone no matter how big or small the price tag is on your tackle. Capt.O
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