In reply to Post #15
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I bought some Free Spirit 13 ft 3.5 lbs tc Hi S'ive's to fish a big deep pit. The margins were at least 10 ft deep and the first few fish I caught on them were able to try to get down to the bottom but you could see them as the water was pretty clear too. I was surprised to see the rod take on a pretty decent curve as playing close in was one of the things I was worried about when I bought them.
You can always slacken off the clutch when the fish get close in too.
I bought some Free Spirit 13 ft 3.5 lbs tc Hi S'ive's to fish a big deep pit. The margins were at least 10 ft deep and the first few fish I caught on them were able to try to get down to the bottom but you could see them as the water was pretty clear too. I was surprised to see the rod take on a pretty decent curve as playing close in was one of the things I was worried about when I bought them.
You can always slacken off the clutch when the fish get close in too.
In reply to Post #6
Enjoyed the video, and bookmarked, thnx.
That Rod looks like a typical fast taper, casting rod. (To me
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It's hardly getting much pressure, but you can see the blank is reluctant to bend much beyond the last 3-4 feet of the tip side.
On the Shimano line, TX2 might be a better bet going by the Terry Edmonds videos.
Enjoyed the video, and bookmarked, thnx.
That Rod looks like a typical fast taper, casting rod. (To me
)It's hardly getting much pressure, but you can see the blank is reluctant to bend much beyond the last 3-4 feet of the tip side.
On the Shimano line, TX2 might be a better bet going by the Terry Edmonds videos.
In reply to Post #14
I pal had Century's and claims the customer service is dreadful.
I pal had Century's and claims the customer service is dreadful.
In reply to Post #19
What happened and why would you need to use the manufacturer for customer service instead of the dealer/seller?
What happened and why would you need to use the manufacturer for customer service instead of the dealer/seller?
In reply to Post #18
I've been using the 13ft tx2 intensity's for a while now and highly recommend them for both casting ability and playing action. I can do 35 wraps np using .33 korda tappered line. Had fish to 55 lb using this line and the relatively soft action means that dropping fish close in simply does not happen but then again it depends on how you play a fish.
You don't get crack offs either which is common on high powered rods on the cast.
For a mere £80 ea they are outrageously good.
Some of the recommendations for rods here are 3, 4 or 5 times the cost of the TX2.....
Are they worth the extra? Only you can decide..
I've been using the 13ft tx2 intensity's for a while now and highly recommend them for both casting ability and playing action. I can do 35 wraps np using .33 korda tappered line. Had fish to 55 lb using this line and the relatively soft action means that dropping fish close in simply does not happen but then again it depends on how you play a fish.
You don't get crack offs either which is common on high powered rods on the cast.
For a mere £80 ea they are outrageously good.
Some of the recommendations for rods here are 3, 4 or 5 times the cost of the TX2.....
Are they worth the extra? Only you can decide..
In reply to Post #21
I have some 13ft 3 1/2 lbs fs his rods that I bought over ten years ago for zig fishing.
They are not stiff but I can cast them 140yards if nead be and happy fishing them in the edge.
I love them trouble is I cannot use them alot of the time due to they are 13ft.
This us where 13ft rods can be a luxury/hindrance.
I prefer them to my 12ft Akn12 diawa amorphous rods
I have some 13ft 3 1/2 lbs fs his rods that I bought over ten years ago for zig fishing.
They are not stiff but I can cast them 140yards if nead be and happy fishing them in the edge.
I love them trouble is I cannot use them alot of the time due to they are 13ft.
This us where 13ft rods can be a luxury/hindrance.
I prefer them to my 12ft Akn12 diawa amorphous rods
In reply to Post #22
“No such rod exists” complete nonsense, these guys clearly haven't used an Aviator in 13ft.
Aviator rods are comfortable casting 120-130 for a decent average caster... playing action is superb, I found them a bit too soft if anything...
Used mine for 4 years - very similar to the 12.6 Torrix Te in casting and playing action... i used TE,s for 8 years, caught in the margins to 120 yds. Great allrounder.
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I have sold my aviators now as i wanted that bit more backbone for a bit longer casting as my Syndi is mostly long range and has a .37mm straight through rule. and so i bought FS hisives in 13ft.m y fave rod of the 3 mentioned.far crisp casters, i can go further than with my aviators but they Still retain a nice playing action.
“No such rod exists” complete nonsense, these guys clearly haven't used an Aviator in 13ft.
Aviator rods are comfortable casting 120-130 for a decent average caster... playing action is superb, I found them a bit too soft if anything...
Used mine for 4 years - very similar to the 12.6 Torrix Te in casting and playing action... i used TE,s for 8 years, caught in the margins to 120 yds. Great allrounder.
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I have sold my aviators now as i wanted that bit more backbone for a bit longer casting as my Syndi is mostly long range and has a .37mm straight through rule. and so i bought FS hisives in 13ft.m y fave rod of the 3 mentioned.far crisp casters, i can go further than with my aviators but they Still retain a nice playing action.
In reply to Post #23
I agree with your comment about 13ft aviators - best of both worlds.
I agree with your comment about 13ft aviators - best of both worlds.
A rod is a casting rod, or a playing rod. Anything in between is just a compromise. Theres no such thing as an all rounder either, Jack of all trades, master of none.
In reply to Post #25
You are right Ian, if that is what the designer/manufacturer was aiming for (casting or playing). The middle ground is a balancing act. However after umpteen sets of rods - the 13' Aviators are by far the best compromise i have come across.
I have cast a measured 143 yards with one (and I am far from the fittest, strongest angler) and yet they are soft enough to not to bump fish at the net and you can still get pleasure and feedback from a fight. Win win in my book.
You are right Ian, if that is what the designer/manufacturer was aiming for (casting or playing). The middle ground is a balancing act. However after umpteen sets of rods - the 13' Aviators are by far the best compromise i have come across.
I have cast a measured 143 yards with one (and I am far from the fittest, strongest angler) and yet they are soft enough to not to bump fish at the net and you can still get pleasure and feedback from a fight. Win win in my book.
In reply to Post #26
I've the 12.6 plus.......very nice rods
I've the 12.6 plus.......very nice rods
In reply to Post #25
Couldn't agree more. You buy a rod for what you need it to do. "Casting,playing fish,margin work or boating".
Couldn't agree more. You buy a rod for what you need it to do. "Casting,playing fish,margin work or boating".
In reply to Post #28
Agree at the extreme ends of rods design - for me 143yds is fine, ive never needed to cast further. Yet the 13' Aviator still retains an acceptable fish playing action and doesnt bump fish off at the net.
At extreme ends I have a set of 3lb Century graphene rods that are amazing for fish playing but are only good for casting 80yds - a set of C2-D rods that will cast 200yds plus (in the right hands) - but are too stiff on small carp to enjoy the fight.
My point is - you don't have to buy a rod just for casting, or just for fighting fish - there are plenty of rods that can do both but won't cast as far as a rod designed for casting or one designed just for fighting fish.
If ii didn't have to cast further sometimes - I would use the 3lb graphene rods all the time.
Agree at the extreme ends of rods design - for me 143yds is fine, ive never needed to cast further. Yet the 13' Aviator still retains an acceptable fish playing action and doesnt bump fish off at the net.
At extreme ends I have a set of 3lb Century graphene rods that are amazing for fish playing but are only good for casting 80yds - a set of C2-D rods that will cast 200yds plus (in the right hands) - but are too stiff on small carp to enjoy the fight.
My point is - you don't have to buy a rod just for casting, or just for fighting fish - there are plenty of rods that can do both but won't cast as far as a rod designed for casting or one designed just for fighting fish.
If ii didn't have to cast further sometimes - I would use the 3lb graphene rods all the time.
In reply to Post #15
The best ...
Hi S Ive
The best ...
Hi S Ive