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Have owned the Expert and currently use the new Cara, and the actions are comparable across all Falcon lines when possible, but not perfectly transferred. I.E. the Bucoo 'Pitchin' Stick' is similar...

Not counting hoodies as jackets, I own like 6. But I'm pretty minimalist compared to most folk and only replace something when it wears out.

Morning, foggy as hell in the Upstate this morning. :mug:

Morning everyone! :mug::mug::mug:

Morning all! :mug:

My default is to always go new Zillion or Steez A if I'm looking at Daiwa. Otherwise, depending on the rod weight, the new Bantams are good too.

Never going to be a 20 Met fan, as every single...

Falcon Expert 'Hudson Special' if I am not using glass. Crazy versatile rod for single hook moving baits.

For me, my favorite NRX model is the 873c. Incredible action, lightweight, and can handle even up to 3/4 oz jigs if you're feeling up to it. Loomis rods tend to account for the weight of the lead +...

Falcon Cara Head Turner 6'10"; heavier cover I go with the Eye Crosser/Christie Frog Rod 6'11". 14# Sniper on the Head Turner, and 50# braid or 18# Sniper on the Eye Crosser.

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The Rumble is faster than most glass rods. Under load it definitely FEELS more parabolic, but it has a fast tip and that helps with controlled casts shallow while still giving you the ability to bomb...

I prefer Sniper to Shooter, but you really can't go wrong with Tatsu either. All reliable and quality.

In search of a Cara Swim Jig. Doesn't matter what series. :laugh:

Thanks!

Hey Mark, is the FMJ still 'slower' than the previous model? When I picked it up at the Classic Expo, I was surprised at how much 'softer' it felt, despite the backbone. I know they're different rods...

So are we going to have a US based option for ordering parts as well with the Trap closing?

Seconding the Tatula SV TW 70. Handles 12# line and less like a dream, and has the incredible new Alphas frame (which might be my favorite Daiwa frame ever).

I start with Amazon Japan, and then after that I look at Digitaka and Asian Portal Fishing. I've had the best experiences with Amazon Japan and Asian Portal Fishing, as even returns were easy and...

Basically every reputable company makes a good-to-great rod in that price point.


My personal favorite shaky head rods over the last few years were the Falcon Expert 'Finesse Jig' spinning rod...

I owned one, but didn't keep it as it felt very one note in my gear. I much prefer the reels with SV spools, as I like the versatility.

Go be like that Palaniuk fella and go with an Exist.

Kidding. (I'd go with a Kage or a Tatula of some sort so it matches)

I'd say the 873C is a little bit slower than a fast. It's strangely parabolic, and that makes it an incredible bottom contact rod in my opinion.

I threw a swinghead on mine, and it was 'fine' as it does have a super 'almost' parabolic action. It's one of the most fascinating rods I've owned, in that it's basically the best jig rod on the...

I'm pretty much all-in on Falcon Cara and Expert models at this point as my 'always in my collection' rods, and I keep those paired with Daiwa reels out of preference. Unless I am testing new gear or...

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Currently looking for:

Falcon Expert Hudson Special 7'3"
Falcon Expert Finesse Jig 7'0" spinning
Falcon Cara Head Turner 6'10"
Falcon Cara Amistad 7'3"

Open to buying or trading. Thanks!