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2012 Holiday Gift Guide
Part 1- Reels, Rods and Line for Both the Naughty and Nice
(continued)
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: G.Loomis GLX Cranking Series - Completely redesigned and utilizing the
company's new split grip layout the GLX cranking rods are designed to be light,
sensitive and still able to deliver that soft parabolic action that keeps fish
pinned on treble hooks. These rods make use of a new proprietary reel seat and
Fuji Titanium SIC guides. We have been fishing with these rods since ICAST and
they continue to impress both in terms of feel and the ability to load up nicely
to control fish.
For Cranking
enthusiasts G.Loomis has completely redesigned the GLX
New and improved the GLX cranking sticks are a
great choice for that angler on your list that is addicted to tossing hardbaits.
Tackle Warehouse has all the models in stock and whether you are
looking for a light crankbait rod to toss 1/8 ounce rattle baits to mammoth deep
divers there is sure to be a rod that meets your needs. If your giving this rod
to someone for the holidays that person must have been very "good" this year as
these rods represent a significant investment at $375-$450 each, but when it
comes to cranking sticks these rods are just about as good as they get.
Daiwa's Lexa 300
delivers excellent swimbait performance with both plenty of capacity and
stopping power
Swimbait Reel : Daiwa Lexa 300 - One of the
biggest releases this past ICAST came from Daiwa with the introduction of the
new Lexa Series which is designed to provide anglers with a whole lot of
performance for a very reasonable price. While not the most flashy reels the
Lexa reels are built to last and come loaded with a lot of the features that
makes Daiwa so popular including aluminum construction, magforce cast control
and the company's carbon fiber ultimate tournament drag. The 300 size has
exceptional line capacity and is not only an ideal swimbait reel but has the
muscle to tackle everything from largemouth to Peacock Bass.
Available now these reels come with either a 6.3:1 or a fast
7.1:1 retrieve and weigh 10.5oz. for only $199.99 which is 50 dollars less than
the Shimano Curado 300E which weighs the same and is only available in a 6.2:1
retrieve ratio.
The E21 Wild Black
Carrot Stix feel light and crisp and retail for only $129-$139 dollars
Swimbait Rod : E21 Wild Black Carrot Stix -
No we didn't pick the E21 Wild Black rods just because they are Xmas colors,
these interesting looking rods feature 30 ton blanks that feel very lightweight
(8% lighter than the original Wild Carrot Stix) yet are able to handle plenty of
weight. They feel crisp and the use of Micro Guides only adds to the sensitivity
of these rods. There are a few options in the series that are swimbait capable
but if your looking to toss the big stuff check out the 8'0" XXH which is
capable of slinging baits up to 5oz. in weight. The Wild Black rods come backed
with a Lifetime Warranty and retail for only $129-$139 dollars at
Tackle Warehouse.
The Shimano Calcutta
400D delivers plenty of capacity and durability for the harsh saltwater
environments (and your a lot less likely to need to change those cast settings
than on a freshwater model)
Saltwater Reel :
Shimano Calcutta 400D - As much grief as we gave the Calcutta D in our
recent Product Insight piece, one thing remains true, despite the lack of access
to the casting brakes, the saltwater sized reels have performed impressively out
on the water. The new, compact design of the Calcutta D is sure to win folks
over who have a phobia against round reels and the larger sizes not only make a
wonderful option for those tossing big baits in freshwater, but they make
excellent all purpose reels in saltwater angling as well. Whether you’re
dropping down for inshore rock cod, casting from the surf for striper, or out on
the flats in pursuit of any variety of Gulf species, the new Calcutta D is
worthy of consideration, and is available now at
Hi's Tackle Box.
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Megabass = Enthusiast in 2012
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