I make mine the length of the rod. After re-ties it become a few feet shorter.Quote:
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I make mine the length of the rod. After re-ties it become a few feet shorter.Quote:
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Apparently there is some science to it :) using leader for trout, crappie, bluegill, and flounder always been about the same for me... but I have never caught a spot of a white bass... just not any where I fish...
What leaders to you recommend to use with the varisvas 2.3 lb ester line? Right now I still have a spool of seaguar fluoro in 2 lb but I’m thinking about ordering a couples of spools from the JDM market. I’m targeting crappie and bluegill using light jigs and small lures. Thx
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Try to match diameter of leader to the ester as close as you can.Quote:
Originally Posted by FishSolidATL
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I use the 2lb sos fluorocarbon... Alpha is that what you generally use?
Thank you! I’ll review the line specs and order accordingly.Quote:
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I ordered a bunch of new fishing line to test... I am excited to give all of them a try...
Sufix NanoBraid Low Vis Green 2 lb
UNITIKA NIGHT GAME PE-II The MEBARU 2lb-150m
UNITIKA NIGHT GAME PE-II The MEBARU 3lb-150m
SUNLINE Aji no ITO Night Blue #0.5-240m
SUNLINE Aji no ITO Night Blue #0.6-240m
Varivas Bait Finess Nylon 3 lb
Varivas Area Master Limited Super Ester 2.3 lb
Sunline Troutist Area Meister 3 lb
Sunline Troutist Darkness 3 lb
Wow, it took me almost a year to try out 4 different JDM lines, and I fish a lot from both the bank and from the boat. I look forward to your thoughts on all the above. I have two or three of those in my arsenal and are definitely keepers. Good luck and take pics to share here.Quote:
Originally Posted by VaCrappieMan
I have used the 2.5 lb Sunline (ester) 3 trips now and I like it pretty well... just curious to try the other ester line...
the 3 lb Sunline (ester) is for my dad and 1 spool is for me if I have a lot of break offs (don’t think I will but you never know??) it will probably take me forever to try out everything... I still have a Tenryu Rayz Spectra RZS51LL I haven’t tried (it is a thing of beauty)...
Just saw an ad on Lindners Angling Edge for Sufix Nanobraid. Looked it up real quick and found it on Amazon down to 2lb test. Has anyone tried this and can you offer any feedback? Is says it’s a dyneema line with more tension used during the braiding process. Interesting.
I have the Suffix Nano braid (4-lb) on a reel that I have used the last 6 months. I really really like it but it is low-vis green. It casts a mile and I haven’t experienced any wind knots with it. The only down side is it is really hard to visually detect bites. It is very thin and hard to see. I tried out the Unitaka Night Game after I tried the Suffix Nano braid and I like the Unitaka better. It is bright yellow and much easier to see. The Suffix Nano braid would be good if you wanted to use braid without a leader. I will be sticking with the Unitaka Night Game braid moving forward (unless I find something better). The thrill of the chase is almost as good as catching fish. Almost...Quote:
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I bought some of the Sufix Nanobraid, but have not used it yet. Got some 10 lb for my drop shot rods, and some 2 lb to try on a UL.
Kinda like a new plastic, always looking at any new to me line in 2lb test.
OK....after a 2 year hunt and thanks to Stan...Matt...and some others for good info......I finally got off my rear to order some PE line. I ordered the Unitika 3# test. My line setups are now complete....although I will need some spare spools...or heaven forbid....just order some more reels...LOL. I have felt all along that I need PE....FC....nylon, and ester lines depending on the situation. The fact that the Unitika has a slightly higher specific gravity than other PE lines convinced me to purchase...along with the feedback from this group. It will go on one of the new Ballistic reels I just recieved.
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If and/or when you locate a supplier of reasonably priced JDM spare spools, please share. All that I have found so far make buying another reel instead more cost effective.
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The cheapest I found were around $120. That’s what I paid for a new reel!Quote:
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I have fought with the decision to buy or not to buy spare spools since I got into JDM reels. This is one of the reasons I bought as many reels as I have. If we look at the Presso Limited those of us that got it on sale it would be a no brainer to buy another reel.....at the sale price. That spool sells for 170. But if you had to pay full Limited price it’s a different story. The spare spool for the Ballistic is $110. I don’t think there are going to be any so called affordable spare spools for JDM reels.....spare spool for the Freams is $45. I’m wanting to have setup for a total of 4 different line types....with a couple of those line types in different pound ratings. I would prefer those all be on low ratio reels. So in my best case scenario I would need a total of 6 low ratio reels....or a combination of reels and spare spools. Decisions,decisions.
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15 LUVIAS Spare Spool - HEDGEHOG STUDIOQuote:
Originally Posted by slowhand
This is the source for the JDM spools that I found. I’m not sure if the price is reasonable or not.
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You can get spools from Plat for a little less. Plat has spare parts for most JDM reels sold going back several years for each model. HedgeHog is the place to go for hand selected bearing tuning kits....and customization parts....handles....knobs...drags....a lot of stuff.Quote:
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I have been searching for a spare spool for my Presso Ltd, and as you say $170 for a spare spool was high IMO, so I bought a new Ballistic LT 1000 for $216. I showed those guys.
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Hello, does anyone know if Daiwa has a bearing kit for the 18 Legalis series? I have a LT 1000S reel that I would like to experiment has my first customization before I jump to upgrading my more expensive reels ... any advice greatly appreciated! I’m only trying to gain experience with taking reels apart. Thank you!
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Hedgehog has a 1 bearing kit for line roller...not much one can do for the Legails. There is also some on ebay.Quote:
Originally Posted by FishSolidATL
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Thank you very much. I’ll check to see if I can upgrade the knob as well just to get comfortable taking things apart. This reel is going on my telescoping spinning road I keep in my car ...Quote:
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Picked up some Sunline Siglon F in 2lb orange and 2lb pink. The writing on the back is pretty interesting for monofilament line. It says it is moisture-proof, curl-free, strong, and shock-resistant... 330 yards for $9 figured I would give it a try.
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That is interesting.Quote:
Originally Posted by VaCrappieMan
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Does the F stand for Float? Seems to be indicated by the water repellent claim. Let us know how it performs, I like the looks of the Orange colored one.Quote:
Originally Posted by Alphahawk
That would be tragic if it floats haha... I’ll keep you guys updated
Hi all. We don’t seem to have many if any Native JDM rod fans here, but Chris at Finesse has a real good sale going on over at his site. He is reducing his 2019 Rayz models by 20-25%. For example, the 5’3” Rayz is going for 247.50. That is a heck of a price for a top of the line 330.00 rod. Just passing it on if you’re in the market for a top quality stream rod. I don’t think that is quite what I’m looking for or I would be hitting the buy button!
Bob
PS JUst saw I posted this on the wrong thread. Sorry. Maybe the mod can move it to rods.
Thx
b
I too am interested. Some very good qualities touted there.Quote:
Originally Posted by VaCrappieMan
My research tells me it floats.....which I guess if one is using it for drifting a float it would work out good. This may be a good line to try when floating a Trout Magnet down a trout river.
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I'm using the SOS 2lb line on my JDM reels. I went last night to a roadside spot here on Lake Barkley and decided to throw the Crappie Magnets. With the Finetail area stage 6'3 SUL paired with the 1003 Luvias, I was easily casting 60ft, maybe 70ft. Someone down there commented on the long casts.
Anyway, is the SOS 2lb line a good choice? I do have one spool of the Varivas 2.3lb line, just haven't used it yet.
SOS 2# is good, but it's probably around 3.5# breaking strain. So, you should notice a difference in strength and casting distance between it and the Varivas.Quote:
Originally Posted by redearhoosier
Some of my goodies came in... I’ll have to schedule a day off work soon... I restocked my jig heads and picked up some fun stuff... no idea when I’ll get to test all of this line...
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No clue why the line pic posted twice
I am assuming the 2.3# test Varivas is the ester line. Keep in mind it and nylon do not compare in any way. SOS line is a good line.....but I have to tell you if one wants use a 3# test line the Troutist 3# test at .128mm is the way to go.Quote:
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Where do I buy the Troutist line, Randy? I looked on Digitaka and saw tons of different lines but no Troutist Sunline. Asian Portal has it, are they reputable?
I got mine from Chris.....a little more expensive but with shipping it equals out.Quote:
Originally Posted by redearhoosier
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https://www.finesse-fishing.com/shop-spinning-line.html
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As far as I know Asian Portal is legit.....they take PayPal so really no problem.Quote:
Originally Posted by redearhoosier
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I have some of the troutist green in 2.5 and like it a lot, casting is very good.
Where are other places to buy the Troutist Sunline? Asian portal wanted 20+ bucks for shipping. Maybe I'll have to pay it??