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1 year ago
Chris Macropoulos
Agree with Lance above. the pedal is junk. really wish it was a variable speed. and the cord is like 4’ long. also the thread carriage is junk. they use cheap steel eyebolts as line guides that fray the thread. i tried different tensions but still have the issue. the stands are nice but take some time to adjust. ultimately, if the pedal was smoother and variable speed i could live with it. Also,
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3 years ago
Chris Macropoulos
Whats your thoughts on using an RV16-H as a stripper guide on a spiral wrapped jigging rod. thinking about using RV16-H then MN10 the rest. reel would be accurate 500n. Blank is Thrasher trg60 100-250gr
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4 years ago
Chris Macropoulos
Thanks for the in-depth reply. i guess ill stick with KW’s to the tip. now if only anyone can chime in on the silverback blanks ill be set!
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4 years ago
Chris Macropoulos
Ive been trying to find out some more info on these blanks. Anyone have any experience with them? looking to build a tuna popping rod for fish up to 100lbs and be able to toss stickbaits and plastics. I was looking at the Silverback 40lb Jig blank but its almost 9’. their standup 40lb blank is the length im looking for at 7’10” but it doesn’t list lure weight. id like to know if this blank can ha
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