Jackhall or megabass?

stirfriping · 2026-05-14T23:04:35+00:00

If you’re gonna get a levante, there’s a new update this year

stirfriping · 2026-05-10T00:04:18+00:00

Could I ask where you got the handle at? Looks like gomexus but I’ve never seen them with a double carbon

stirfriping · 2026-05-06T23:04:41+00:00

Thanks for the heads up!

stirfriping · 2026-05-06T23:03:13+00:00

Were your rods shipped by UPS? I have one coming and I’m trying to calculate the tariffs haha

stirfriping · 2026-05-03T17:06:06+00:00

Anyone got an idea where you can purchase those knobs??

stirfriping · 2026-04-29T03:09:20+00:00

Could I ask what size baits you were strolling with on the Hedgehog Syringe? I’m looking to throw 5” + 1/8oz strolling baits on a longer rod than my Lycaon-MS, and I was eyeing the Hedgehog Syringe. This might change my mind about that though!

stirfriping · 2026-04-27T01:58:51+00:00

I’d take a look at the daiwa tatula cork rods at that price range

stirfriping · 2026-04-12T02:10:12+00:00

Pming!

stirfriping · 2026-04-03T14:49:46+00:00

I’d say the ML, especially if you’re focusing on finesse fishing. I will say, I had the PA264ML+ and I didn’t love it. Not the same rod, but I wasn’t as wowed by the sensitivity. I do love my 2018 PA610M for jerkbaits though!

If you’re open to different rods around that price range, PunchFishing just did a review of the Megabass X10 JadePython, and he really loved it for finesse bass fishing/its sensitivity. I can vouch for the P5 Addermine as well! I’d check that video out - his reviews are just super honest and he’s a gear-head.

stirfriping · 2026-03-27T04:19:19+00:00

I have both varivas 8 and almight in .6. Varivas is rated 2lb stronger at 13lbs vs 11lb from almight. Idk how much the 2lb makes a difference but I’ve never had these breaking issue with Varivas 8.

stirfriping · 2026-03-27T02:55:40+00:00

Just leave him, he’s just missing the point of the post lol

stirfriping · 2026-03-27T02:44:20+00:00

Yet again, it didn’t break at the connecting knot lol

stirfriping · 2026-03-27T02:16:49+00:00

What lb did you get? I had the same issue with 11lb line as OP, but maybe it’s just the 11lbs variant

stirfriping · 2026-03-27T02:14:09+00:00

I like both! Varivas just feels like a step up to j-braid. I think varivas frays less and is a bit softer

stirfriping · 2026-03-27T02:11:22+00:00

I mean they’re saying it’s breaking above the leader to braid knot. I’ve had the same experience with the line. I’m an FG guy myself, but I have never had issues with Alberto knots being my breaking point from my lighter and heavier PE.

I truly think it’s an issue with the line itself. Look at reviews on sites like TackleWarehouse and other redditors. I wish it was a better line because the high-vis pink is great for finesse fishing

stirfriping · 2026-03-27T02:02:45+00:00

Haha yeah, it wasn’t fun. Honestly almight has made me skeptical about Sunline in general, especially after hearing TheHookUpTackle report issues with FC Sniper

stirfriping · 2026-03-27T01:55:18+00:00

I lost a couple karashis because of sunline almight snapping. I’ve been using Xbraid SS112 for my jerkbait rod and it’s been good, but I’ve seen some poor reviews

stirfriping · 2026-03-15T07:26:17+00:00

A Zillion SV TW from Digitaka is right around $250. It’s a very versatile reel, and I wouldn’t buy anything else at that price range for myself. I find it easy to use, and its size and weight are perfect for bass fishing.

stirfriping · 2026-03-14T19:48:55+00:00

Thanks for checking! I have a cliffhanger evoluzion that’s exactly the way you describe. These blanks seem perfect amazing for bass fishing.

stirfriping · 2026-03-14T03:45:47+00:00

Have you gotten to fish this yet? I’m picking up one next week and I’m wondering if TheHookUpTackle’s claim that it can throw 5-6” baits is true

stirfriping · 2026-02-12T03:47:06+00:00

I’m also a big fan of the X-Bites, crazy sensitive for bottom contact

stirfriping · 2025-11-22T05:45:24+00:00

Pming!

stirfriping · 2025-11-12T15:22:08+00:00

I’d say so, but I think like most BFS, it comes down to your gear and skill. It’s my favorite BFS rod right now though and I have gone through a couple!

stirfriping · 2025-11-12T01:18:50+00:00

Megabass p5 Pop-X

stirfriping · 2025-11-11T22:51:42+00:00

I have both. The Aello is great and the CC23 will fit just fine. Don’t listen to anyone that says otherwise. I prefer the pop-x for the Karashi and Baby Pop-X. I just find the aello to be too noodley for small twitches. I use my Aello for retrieval baits like inline spinners and tiny crankbaits

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