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I gotta give it to this rod. From bluegill to big cats. From slip bobbers with 7g and a worm to 3oz and a pickeral rig with a float indicator. This thing just works. Very happy with this rod.

Personally i think shimano baicasters drag numbers are fairly low compared to their competitors like daiwa anyone with me on this one? Dont get me wrong i lile shimano i only have shimanos but do you also think this is a flaw?

Got 20 packs for 20 dollars

It seems to folding on top of itself and then I can’t cast anymore and have to take a good chuck off my reel. I watch all the videos and think i spoiled it the same way it came off the spoil.

Rod : 2026 Shimano Adrena 1PC 7’2 ML+
Reel : 2023 Calcutta BFS XG
Handle : UltraLight Titanium reel knobs
Line : 10LB Xbraid to 10LB Sunline Sniper Fluoro

Such a dream combo for me 🥰

There were so many ways I wanted to go with this post. But I think it’s something discussed with too much animosity…. Now I won’t lie and say I don’t have a favorite. Daiwa overall for me is my most comfortable all around, not only entry level, but all around bang for the dollar. Don’t get me wrong, Shimano is smooth. But Daiwa overall for me. Now with that being said… there was a lot of trial and error.. I went from a Walmart Lew’s speed stick and an ugly stick with my first Daiwa reels for over 10 years. The last 3 years, I dug myself into a rabbit hole 😅. I’ve spent more than I’d want to say publicly “BUT” it was a lot of trial and error, I’ve gotten my money back on those I did not like and or if it was something kept outside of a warranty, it has been sold. To take all the Bias away, these are what i currently have and the point of this post is 1. Yes the amount of money spent “DOES NOT CATCH YOU FISH” 2. Yes investing in equipment can last you, but not guaranteed (I’ve had Multiple of a few of these, luckily warranties were in place) and 3. Every Rod and reel has a purpose, through trial and error and just what feels right. This is my collection and I’m proud of it. Some I wish I still had, but they allowed me to get what I do now through sacrifice.

How do you feel about your collection?

And what’s your Favorite reel? Daiwa Tatula 100H

Dream reel? Shimano Calcutta 100HG

And a reel you just wanted just because? Lew’s Elite TI

Lost a Beetle Spinner but found a Buzz Plug, Pop-R and vintage Jitterstick

Someone asked if I could make bin inserts for the Kast King 3500 Tackle Box and I figured why not!

Kast King 3500 Bin Inserts

This is a set of models that are meant to turn your Kast King 3500 boxes into a tackle storage solution! This will only fit the 3500 size boxes as the 3600 and 3700 size is completely different. It is made for the Kast King Hyper Seal 3500 box. 

 

Features

• Three main sizes of bins going from small, medium to large.
• There are 17 pre made bins for maximum print and go organization
• Each bin has the option for pre made dividers for each size.
• The bins have guides that will secure them into the original 3500 divider slots.
• OR you can place bins freely which allows you to utilize all of the row space!
• The bins and desiccant bin have holes that are all lined up to allow for the best dehumidification
• The bins have a slight curve in the bottom corners to help remove terminal tackle
• There is a lip to both help in removing bins and as a place to make labels ( I use electrical tape)
• The bins are about 1mm taller then the rails so it makes a tight seal against the lid so tackle doesn’t jump bins, without affecting the lids seal

 

I hope these help some anglers out to better organize their tackle! This is a work in progress and any suggestions moving forward are always welcome!

 

Check out the Kast King 3600 Bins and Kast King 3700 Bins complete the set!

Was doing some online window shopping as you do, and happened across a decent sale on Academy’s website on their fishing gear. Decided to finally bite the bullet and pick up the Daiwa Regal LT I’ve been eyeing for so long. After that, I noticed Academy gave me a $15 coupon so naturally I had to go back and grab a new rod to go with (it would be irresponsible not to right?) I’m justifying it as a late birthday present xD

Excited to get these in and get some fall fishing in before it gets too cold!

Reel: Daiwa Regal LT 2500
Rod: Daiwa Aird-X 7’ Med/Fast

Hi everyone, I have a question. I bought this fishing rod in Singapore—specifically at “Joe Tackle Shop.” Does anyone know this place? It’s from the Pioneer brand...

Or maybe this is an older model that’s no longer in production?