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October 22, 2024 11:49 pm
@steve_23 I’ll post a lengthy reply to this sometime today, but until then…yes…they need to make a MH version of the RSR. The way they built that blank is pure magic. Stupid power and sensitivity to match. More to follow…
Stupid power and sensitivity is the best way to put it. My initial reaction was, "how can a rod THIS powerful be THIS sensitive!"
Can't wait sir. Take your time and thank you.
October 26, 2024 11:53 pm
@steve_23 I’ll post a lengthy reply to this sometime today, but until then…yes…they need to make a MH version of the RSR. The way they built that blank is pure magic. Stupid power and sensitivity to match. More to follow…
Stupid power and sensitivity is the best way to put it. My initial reaction was, "how can a rod THIS powerful be THIS sensitive!"
Can't wait sir. Take your time and thank you.
Just wanted to let you know, I haven’t forgotten about this. On the short vacation with my girlfriend to celebrate our third anniversary, so I’ll be back at it this coming week… Thanks for your patience.
October 27, 2024 9:40 am
@steve_23 I’ll post a lengthy reply to this sometime today, but until then…yes…they need to make a MH version of the RSR. The way they built that blank is pure magic. Stupid power and sensitivity to match. More to follow…
Stupid power and sensitivity is the best way to put it. My initial reaction was, "how can a rod THIS powerful be THIS sensitive!"
Can't wait sir. Take your time and thank you.
Just wanted to let you know, I haven’t forgotten about this. On the short vacation with my girlfriend to celebrate our third anniversary, so I’ll be back at it this coming week… Thanks for your patience.
No worries at all. Like i said previously, please take your time as you're the one doing me the favor good sir!
November 1, 2024 9:22 am
Couple of fun bottom contact rods I have
Sedition Hooligan 69H
and Tulala 67MH
not sure if they are the MOST sensitive but they are fun to fish and unique
Hooligan is absolutely top tier… Often overlooked because of the way it’s built. Tons of power, excellent sensitivity, but that slower taper throws many people off, even though It fishes so nicely.
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November 11, 2024 12:40 am
@steve_23 alright, brother…again, my apologies for the delay. Life has gotten in the way these days and I’ve been working hard on new content and compiling new lists of specs for the site(s).
I want to mention that I have a very extensive and detailed article nearing completion…it’s essentially a huge bottom contact shootout that I’ve been working on for a loooong time. It’s all based on actual long-term/quality time, primarily spent with many rods over the last 3-5 years. That article delves into ALL the finer details and I don’t want to spoil it, but I’ll suggest a few, while leaving out/saving my GOAT sticks for the article.
That said… I’ll go backwards on your list. For that 5/8- 1oz range, the Rapid Gunner is all you’ll truly ever need and you already know what it’s capable of. Yes…we are all praying for a lighter powered version…let’s keep our fingers crossed that EG is working on one but I understand the undying thirst to find/try other sticks.
So, just to play devil’s advocate…for that lower part of said weight range, (5/8-3/4) you could definitely go with something like the Luxxe Oltre B70H, a Designo Semi Order in a 6’11” - 7’1” length (I get specific in the article). And…there are others that I highlight in the article that I’ll keep under my hat for now. Some truly surprising and in my experience…Lengendary performers.
That 3/8oz range is a broad one with many superstars that are separated by length, taper, balance and other details. I am very tech-specific with my rods and have MANY I utilize in this league, but a few to consider are: Steez RD 701MH “Hustler Technical Tune”, X7 Extreme Mission, Designo Torque Tune 610MHRst4s, and that 170MH PU is no slouch, but again…there are some doozies/all-stars I break down in the article.
Now, that 1/8th-1/4oz Shakey or Finesse Jig…Personally, I will reach for two different sticks for these duties. Those choices are based on weed guard of the jig and/or type of plastic on that shakey head (craw, creature or worm, etc) One option is always a shorter solid tip that shuts down quickly for a couple of reasons. 1) that solid tip’s ability to impart action on that shakey head or even jig the depending on trailer. The other reason is probably obvious…backbone to drive that hook home.
Some of my favorites right now in this arena are a few of the Designos including the Overlay DLO C65MHRst5s, X7 Super Eiger (note, this is a tubular build and it won’t effectively dish 1/8 unless the worm is larger, or of heavier material), Smith Tourlier V-Spec Finesse Special, Deez 10th Anniversary TZ Ltd, EG TKIC Black Raven Tournament and……you’ll just have to find out what others make the list.
I know I’m dangling the carrot, but I hope this helps a bit and piques interest in the upcoming article.
There are a ton of great options out there.
P.S. I’d like to suggest trying a Neko is various weights/sizes if you haven’t already. Deadly on lakes with good shakey head bites when you need to change things up a bit. It can be dragged and is is even better with quick, short pops of the rod tip and slightly twitching. Lots of fun sticks for this app as well.
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