Fishingnoob.com » Product Reports http://fishingnoob.com Home of the Fishing Beginners Guide Fri, 15 May 2009 04:41:28 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.9.2 en hourly 1 Daiwa Sol Spinning Reel http://fishingnoob.com/320/daiwa-sol-spinning-reel/ http://fishingnoob.com/320/daiwa-sol-spinning-reel/#comments Sat, 04 Apr 2009 05:15:48 +0000 nick http://fishingnoob.com/2009/04/03/daiwa-sol-spinning-reel/ This is a review of Daiwa Sol Spinning Reel. This is a compact reel, designed for freshwater or light saltwater. The drag is sealed to keep out water, sand and other debris so it can be washed without forcing contaminants inside. The body and side covers  are made of lightweight aluminum., with an ABS [...]]]> This is a review of Daiwa Sol Spinning Reel.

Daiwa Sol? Spinning Reel

This is a compact reel, designed for freshwater or light saltwater. The drag is sealed to keep out water, sand and other debris so it can be washed without forcing contaminants inside. The body and side covers  are made of lightweight aluminum., with an ABS aluminum spool. This is the spinning companion to Daiwa’s TD SOL Baitcasting reel. This reel is offered in three sizes (2000,25000,3000).

 

Feedback and Overview

stars-4

Actual Customer Feedback:

“The Sol will exceed your expectations for sure. My 3000 is my go to reel and you can imagine I do have a few different reels. I did end up putting a larger handle grip on it which really dialed it in.
-anonymous forum poster from outdoorbest.zeroforum.com

“…that says it all…..i love the new Sol 3000. Incredibly light with the capacity for all needs….great waterproof drag……Daiwa just introduced the 3000 size so its hard to find but well worth it… “
-member#44460 from outdoorbest.zeroforum.com

“Team Daiwa sol is an impressive piece of kit.”
-Ulsterman from worldseafishing.com forum

 Summary:

Feedback for this reel seems to be very good, but then again, at this price range its difficult to go wrong.

 

 Go to Daiwa Sol Spinning Reel Website
Product Details

Company Info:

Daiwa has been manufacturing spinning reels since 1955, based in Japan. It has since grown into one of the largest tackle companies in the world. It opened its United States division in 1966, operating out of Culver City, California. Today, the US division is now in Cerritos, California. This company sells tackle throughout the US, Canada, Central and South America.

Product Specifications:
  • Digigear™ digital gear design for ultra-smooth, powerful retrieve
  • Daiwa CRBB super corrosion resistant ball bearings
  • Seven bearing drive system
  • Washable design with sealed drag system
  • Super strong tubular stainless Air Bail™
  • ABS machined aluminum spool
  • Aluminum body and side cover
  • Titanium Nitrided, ball bearing line roller
  • Infinite Anti-Reverse
  • Twist Buster™ II line twist reduction
  • Gyro Spin™ balanced
  • Includes machined aluminum spare spool
    Model
    Number
    Action
    FW/SW
    Bearings
    Gear
    Ratio
    Line Per
    Handle Turn
    Wt.
    (oz.)
    Line Capacity
    (Lb. Test/Yards)
    Drag
    Max
    Spinning
    TD SOL2000 L/UL 3CRBB, 3BB, 1RB 4.7 : 1 24.4″ 8.10 6/135, 8/110, 10/90 8.8 
    TD SOL2500 ML/L 3CRBB, 3BB, 1RB 4.7 : 1 27.6″ 9.20 6/210, 8/170, 10/140 15.4 
    TD SOL3000 M/ML 3CRBB, 3BB, 1RB 4.7 : 1 31.1″ 10.00 8/240, 10/200, 12/170 15.4 

    • Price:

    $209.99

    Return Policy:

    All items must be returned to the location they were purchased.

    Bass Pro Shops offers a “no hassle” return policy. If the item was purchased through the catalog or online, you may return it within 30 days of purchase. After 30 days from the purchase date, all returns will be accepted on an inspection basis only.

     Go to Daiwa Sol Spinning Reel Website

     
    ]]>     http://fishingnoob.com/320/daiwa-sol-spinning-reel/feed/ 0     Shimano Curado E Low Profile Baitcast Reel http://fishingnoob.com/285/shimano-curado-e-low-profile-baitcast-reel/ http://fishingnoob.com/285/shimano-curado-e-low-profile-baitcast-reel/#comments Fri, 03 Apr 2009 05:32:45 +0000 nick http://fishingnoob.com/2009/04/02/shimano-curado-e-low-profile-baitcast-reel/ This is a review of the Shimano Curado E Baitcast Reel.

    Shimano Curado E Low-Profile Baitcast Reels

    Shimano reworked it’s popular Curado: downsized the body, made the gear box larger and and increased the number of bearings. So now the Curado is smaller, lighter and and more ergonomic. All of this adds up to a higher level of casting control. It sports an aluminum frame and spool, titanium line guide and Shimano’s Variable Brake System (VBS®), Dartanium® drag and 6+1 bearings.

    Feedback and Overview

    stars-5

    Actual Customer Feedback:

    “I was able to take my CuradoE7 out on Saturday…I acutally had to use more brakes than I normally do on shimano reels because It casts so well…Very comfortable to fish with. Feels somewhat similar to the Revo series but a little better ergonomics plus a ounce lighter…Overall, I will say that the Curado’s will be as good or maybe better than some of the higher priced reels out of the box. You get a lot of bang for your buck with the Curado.”
    -Scuba Scott from Tackle Tour

    “Nothing but good from me!  I own 4 of them and they are great reels!”
    - L Smith from Tackle Tour

    “I switched from the Revo SX to the Curado 200E7.  I tried one & liked the cast control system better…I can cast a little bit harder than normal without worrying about a backlash.  It makes sense since the pins apply more braking the faster the spool turns. “
    -civicrr from fishsniffer.com

    “I have lots of bass reels. This is the best. I now have 7. It is smooth and reliable. It works well for heavy baits and very light baits.”
    -0204 from Bassproshops.com user review

    Summary:

    All in all this reel comes highly recommended. Everywhere I turned someone is raving about this reel. The only negative thing I could dig up was one users mentioned a side to side movement in the reel when casting, but others where quick to reply that they had never experienced that, so there may have been a problem with that particular reel. Otherwise, seems like a wise buy.

    *This Reel won the 2008 ICAST New Product Showcase Award for Best Freshwater Reel & Best of Show.

     Go to Shimano Curado E Website
    Product Details

    Company Info:
    Shimano, Inc. (TYO: 7309) is a Japanese multinational manufacturer of cycling components, fishing tackle, and snowboarding equipment.Headquartered in Sakai, Japan, the company has 32 consolidated subsidiaries and 11 unconsolidated subsidiaries. Its primary manufacturing plants are in Kunshan, China, Malaysia, and Singapore, while its sales are in Europe (41% of total sales) and North America (17%).Shimano is publicly traded and has 102.8 million shares of common stock outstanding.

    Product Specifications:
    • The new 200’s are smaller than 100’s with the capacity of a 200
    • Aluminum Frame
    • Lightweight Graphite Sideplates (Aluminum Handle Side on 300 sizes)
    • Recessed Reel Foot
    • High Efficiency Gearing (HEG)
    • Super Free Bearing Supported Pinion Gear System (SF)
    • A7075 Aluminum Magnumlite Spool
    • Dartainium Drag
    • 7 Bearings • 1 S A-RB BB • 5 Shielded Stainless Steel BB • 1 A-RB Roller Clutch Bearing
    • Variable Brake System (VBS) with Reduced Mass Hub
    • Super Stopper II
    • Assist Stopper
    • Drilled Handle Shank
    • Septon PV Power Grips (SV on 300 sizes)
    • Cold Forged AL Drag Star with Clicking Adjustment
    • Titanium IP Line Guide
    • 1/8 Turn Easy Access Attached Sideplate
    • Metal Cast Control Knob
    • Double Anodized Spool and Handle
    • Disengaging Levelwind System
    • QuickFire II Clutch Bar
    • Made in Japan

    Price:
    $179.99-$249.99

    Return Policy:
    All items must be returned to the location they were purchased.Bass Pro Shops offers a “no hassle” return policy.  If the item was purchased through the catalog or online, you may return it within 30 days of purchase.  After 30 days from the purchase date, all returns will be accepted on an inspection basis only.

    Go to Shimano Curado E Website
    ]]>     http://fishingnoob.com/285/shimano-curado-e-low-profile-baitcast-reel/feed/ 0     CRKT 7353 E-Lock Starlight Knife http://fishingnoob.com/276/crkt-knife-model-x/ http://fishingnoob.com/276/crkt-knife-model-x/#comments Tue, 31 Mar 2009 03:23:36 +0000 nick http://fishingnoob.com/2009/04/29/crkt-knife-model-x/ This is a review of CRKT 7353 E-Lock Starlight Combination Edge Knife

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    The CRKT E Lock knife is billed at the knife of the future. It is considerably lightweight for its size ( only 3 oz) and boasts a smooth one handed opening mechanism through its patented high tech lock.

    Visually, its a standout with its signature CNC machined starburst.

    Custom knife maker, Allen Eishewitz designed the E-Lock starlight to show off his patent pending E lock system; a stainless steel; rocker bar with a powerful spring holds the blade rigidly in place with a steel on steel lock up, until you depress it to fold the blade. The lock is positive, secure and simple. Opening is easy with either hand due to dual checked thumb studs.

    The Pivot screw is a 4 point design with teflon bushings which makes for a smooth action. The handles is T6 aluminum in a natural bead blast finish. The handles are mated to a brushed aluminum backspacer at the spine and assembled with Torx® screws.

    This knife sports a modified clip point blade in AUS-8 stainless steel with anon reflective ceramic bead blast finish. For an all metal knife, the grip is very good, because of deep finger choil on the spine and a final pinky choil near the butt.

    The pocket clip is an Elishewitz custom clip, made of grey Teflon® plated stainless steel, with it’s trademark 6 drilled holes. The clip is mounted high on the knife for low pocket carry.

     

    Feedback and Overview

    stars-4

    Actual Customer Feedback:

    “Great knife, so lightweight, i forgot i had it on me at the airport, they thought i was insane.”
    -anonymous user from elinemerchandising.com

    Summary:

    I got this knife as a birthday gift from my mother, so I may be a little biased, but it’s my favorite knife at the moment. Its so light I don’t notice it all and I keep it wicked sharp. It’s cleaned a few fish and done an admirable job.
    -Nick, admin

      Go to CRKT 7353 E-Lock Starlight Combination Edge Knife Website
    Product Details

    Company Info:

    Columbia River Knife & Tool (CRKT) is an American knife making company based in Tualatin, Oregon, United States. It was established in 1994. Most of it’s products are manufactured in China and Taiwan. The company makes a wide range of knives, tools and associated accessories; including both fixed blades, folding knives and multi-tools, as well as sharpeners and carrying systems. The company owns 15 patents and patents pending. These include the AutoLAWKS (Lake And Walker Knife Safety) locking mechanism, the Outburst assist opening mechanism, Lock Back Safety (L.B.S.) mechanism, and Veff-Serrated edges.

    Product Specifications:

    Blade:
    Modified Clip Point
    3.25 inches
    AUS 8 Stainless Steel
    .12 inches thick
    Rockwell Hardness 57-58
    Non reflective ceramic bead blast finish
    Dual Checkered Thumb Studs
    Blade extension for ambidextorous on hand opening

    Handle:
    CNC machined 6061 T6 aluminum
    4.12 inches closed
    natural bead blast finish
    brushed aluminum back spacer
    e-lock
    discrete carry stainless steel pocket clip (mounted at pivot end)

    Weight: 3 Oz

    Price:

    $99.95

    Return Policy:
    All returns must be made within 30 days of delivery. Please see vendor site for further terms and conditions.

     Go to CRKT 7353 E-Lock Starlight Combination Edge Knife Website

     
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