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I've read fantastic reviews of this rod from our members so I pulled the trigger. Hopefully it provides tons of sensitivity and fun on the big Barkley shellcracker I chase! This length of rod seems to be my sweet spot...
Probably going to pair it with a 2004 Luvias reel. Would like to purchase a Presso or another Zenon for this rod but I'm not made of money, unfortunately.
Congrats on the new rod. I'm sure you'll be posting some fine shellcrackers that rod tamed soon.
Congrats - it’s a great rod. I really enjoy mine.
In fact, I’ve gone all in on the Lunakias. I have 4 of them - 58, 63, 610, and 75.
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Luvias would look nice on it but a Zenon might look better haha. Congrats on the new rod. I am working on getting the 8’2” Lunakia for a semi light beach setup to sling metal jigs and pompano jigs.
Congrats on the new rod.
it will. It is a beautiful rod. I have one and it is a thing of beauty to cast. Even the little guys feel big! Congrats on the purchase.Quote:
Originally Posted by redearhoosier
Bob
Congrats! It is a fantastic rod.
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Congrats! I've been thinking about picking one up also but have to get rid of a couple rods that's just collecting dust.
Gulp, at their prices for a short rod.
Congrats on the new rod. I’ve just gotten a new salt setup today myself. I’m sharing your excitement!
Are there any differences in the actions across the 4 models you have besides the length?Quote:
Originally Posted by TXPanfisher
Looks nice with the Zenon. This is the 610. Attachment 485072
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Y’all are beatin me up here. The Presso I have coming would look extra good on a Lunakia. Longer than 6’6” doesn’t get much play where I fish, tight quarters usually. I’m thinking between 5’8” and 6’3” would suit the way I fish. Are the rods y’all are talking about light or ultralight or how are they listed? My Phenix ul had a very soft tip and I’m thinking a bit more than that one. Nothing is happening today but the education and thanks for that which you’ve already given in these posts.
The 63 is rated Light Medium Light. But that is a light game rod rating. The Japanese are very detailed in all things fishing. For instance a bass UL rated rod is not same as an area trout UL rated rod. The 63 Lunakia would be considered an UL rod by any US fisherman that picks it up. But I wouldn’t call the 63 soft. I know it is a hoot to fish with. I have a TenRyu native trout rod rated Light Light, but again most US anglers would call it an UL rated rod. When Forest asked me to show case their spoons they sent along specific details of what each spoon model is for…how it is to be fished…what rod to use….what line to use….even what reels to use. Found out I was not fishing the spoons for trout the way they recommend. It’s been about 14 years since I ventured down the JDM route. I am still amazed at their attention to detail. Matter of fact put in an order for 100 bucks worth of jig heads last night….LOL. So my journey continues.Quote:
Originally Posted by skeetbum
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Which jig heads you purchase?Quote:
Originally Posted by Alphahawk
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The Lunakia I have is 610 with tubular tip and it is not as soft as Phenix Mirage. If I recall correctly, that is the blank you built on. Not sure how the shorter solid tip models would compare, but I would hazard a guess and say they would be faster than Mirage. I need to make a post on the rod building page about the effects of swapping the guides on my Phenix Mirage build to titanium. Slashed the total guide weight to less than half and the rod is way… way better than what it used to be.Quote:
Originally Posted by skeetbum
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Might look something like this. Played with my 5'8" for about 30 minutes today. Caught a couple small sunfish and this yellow perch.Attachment 485744Quote:
Originally Posted by skeetbum
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The Daiwa SS tungsten.Quote:
Originally Posted by TXPanfisher
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$250 worth here, and already proving very effective. :highfiveQuote:
Originally Posted by Alphahawk
Which rod is that zeke? Looks good.
5'8" Lunakia, that I ordered from Amazon, Reel is a Presso, the spool is a spare SLP works spool rather than the stock spool.Quote:
Originally Posted by skeetbum
I haven't had a chance to fish it enough to be able to give any real thoughts on how I like it yet.
Thanks Zeke. I spent a few hours yesterday with a 5’ and another 6’ Phenix and those lengths do well for me. I’ll probably windup with the 5’8”, I think it is. One day soon……
I might have to try that. It is a mirage and I think I have Fuji guides on it now. Wrapping the tip area on that blank takes some concentration, seems like it’s always moving cuz it’s so light and soft. Thanks Danny.Quote:
Originally Posted by dannypeoples