They make a nice reel - but pricey. I would worry about part availability if they go bye-bye - not that I wish any such thing on them. Not in the least. My business depends on American manufacturing, so I ALWAYS pull for the "home team."
But this super-heated economy is becoming ripe for an adjustment. Probably a big one, too. Not any particular politician's fault, its just what happens in the sine-curve/waves of eco-growth. Smaller companies that offer high-end "boutique" tackle may not have the resources to survive such a downturn. That's when the parts pipeline dries up.
As an alternative consider this - last weekend I finally got a chance to closely inspect the "new-ish" Van Stall VR50. I believe that in the "high end" price category THIS IS CLEARLY the reel to look at. What a beautiful piece of machined excellence! Smooth as all get-out too. The VR50 is similar in size to my Evict 2000 (or the 3000) and was over 2oz lighter - which to me is really impressive. And it didn't feel at all like any of the larger VS reels, not to me at least. Very free-turning. If I were looking for a smaller, premium-priced reel for SW work, The VR50 would be the one. . . by a very wide margin!
I'm ready for a New Lighter Tog Set up
"Luck" is when preparation meets opportunity.
I prefer fishing evolution to fishing extinction.
If ya want to clean up the water, ya gotta get the pigs out of the creek.
I prefer fishing evolution to fishing extinction.
If ya want to clean up the water, ya gotta get the pigs out of the creek.
CaptainOriginal Crew2,216 postsSince 2018
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DJ CTS BJ701 & and 18lb tog
custom crafted fishing rods and blanks from United Composites UC AR custom blanks ...CTS & CTS AR custom blanks ..Phenix M1 and UMBX...
CaptainOriginal Crew1,185 postsSince 2019
interesting view point.....I'll look at the vr50....appreciate your insight Pete
CommodoreOriginal Crew12,530 postsSince 2018
If you decide that these reels are too nich-ey, or that you won't be able to justify the price, given limited usage or some such thing - then by all means look at the Tsunami Evict - a TON of value for the modest asking price. . . I really do like that reel!
"Luck" is when preparation meets opportunity.
I prefer fishing evolution to fishing extinction.
If ya want to clean up the water, ya gotta get the pigs out of the creek.
I prefer fishing evolution to fishing extinction.
If ya want to clean up the water, ya gotta get the pigs out of the creek.
CaptainOriginal Crew2,216 postsSince 2018
Pete....they look good ...what tsunami evict 2000 3000 4000 ? thanks
CommodoreOriginal Crew12,530 postsSince 2018
I have the 2000 - MORE than enough for any fluke and tog too, for that matter.
Have you seen this thread?:
nyangler.com
If you do decide to buy, please consider giving John at Trophy Tackle a shot at your business. Good dude that
is all about his customers. . .
Have you seen this thread?:
New IT&T Board Feature - Hands-on Tackle Reviews 2019-21
Hi all, so as I mentioned on the "Reels" board earlier today, we are gonna be starting up a tackle review feature on this forum. George and I think this has the potential to help a lot of guys with their rod/reel and tackle selection - what works well together and what doesn't. What we are...
nyangler.com
If you do decide to buy, please consider giving John at Trophy Tackle a shot at your business. Good dude that
is all about his customers. . .
"Luck" is when preparation meets opportunity.
I prefer fishing evolution to fishing extinction.
If ya want to clean up the water, ya gotta get the pigs out of the creek.
I prefer fishing evolution to fishing extinction.
If ya want to clean up the water, ya gotta get the pigs out of the creek.
CaptainOriginal Crew2,216 postsSince 2018
Yes...I actually re-read it today...does trophy also have the blackhole charter rods?? I don't see it on his website....I will consider trophy when I decide what the heck to do....I would go to the shop but I am far away...thanks for the insight
CommodoreOriginal Crew12,530 postsSince 2018
I dunno. Last time I was there (early Summer) John had a couple of BH rods there. Best to call and ask, I guess.
"Luck" is when preparation meets opportunity.
I prefer fishing evolution to fishing extinction.
If ya want to clean up the water, ya gotta get the pigs out of the creek.
I prefer fishing evolution to fishing extinction.
If ya want to clean up the water, ya gotta get the pigs out of the creek.
CaptainOriginal Crew2,216 postsSince 2018
Pete...on your 2000 could you please tell me what you spooled it with??
CommodoreOriginal Crew12,530 postsSince 2018
20lb Berkeley X9. Probably you missed that in the thread I linked to. 😉
"Luck" is when preparation meets opportunity.
I prefer fishing evolution to fishing extinction.
If ya want to clean up the water, ya gotta get the pigs out of the creek.
I prefer fishing evolution to fishing extinction.
If ya want to clean up the water, ya gotta get the pigs out of the creek.
CaptainOriginal Crew2,216 postsSince 2018
lol!! I have been reading so much the last few days I'm spinning...but I probably did read it......funny thing about the IRTs there are no independent reviews out there......I even asked them to point me in the direction of one and they could not.....then again I didn't find any horror stories either....but the EVICT does come thru with flying colors.......usually I am impulsive with tackle buying and sometimes regret it....but since it's off season and I am venturing into set ups i have little experience with, I can research a bit.....with the EXPO show I can get my hands on everything and decide...thanks again
CommodoreOriginal Crew12,530 postsSince 2018
That’s the way to do it. Read, touch, buy, enjoy!
"Luck" is when preparation meets opportunity.
I prefer fishing evolution to fishing extinction.
If ya want to clean up the water, ya gotta get the pigs out of the creek.
I prefer fishing evolution to fishing extinction.
If ya want to clean up the water, ya gotta get the pigs out of the creek.
CaptainOriginal Crew2,216 postsSince 2018
Gearing and load-bearing internals, its all about the metallurgy! Stainless Steel > brass > aluminum > diecast zinc crapola.
"Luck" is when preparation meets opportunity.
I prefer fishing evolution to fishing extinction.
If ya want to clean up the water, ya gotta get the pigs out of the creek.
I prefer fishing evolution to fishing extinction.
If ya want to clean up the water, ya gotta get the pigs out of the creek.
CaptainOriginal Crew2,216 postsSince 2018
I plan on looking at the spheros SW also...pretty much settled on the blackhole charter special rods
CommodoreOriginal Crew12,530 postsSince 2018
Good choice! Excellent rod for the price. . .
"Luck" is when preparation meets opportunity.
I prefer fishing evolution to fishing extinction.
If ya want to clean up the water, ya gotta get the pigs out of the creek.
I prefer fishing evolution to fishing extinction.
If ya want to clean up the water, ya gotta get the pigs out of the creek.
CaptainOriginal Crew2,216 postsSince 2018
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701L spinner has been excellent for blackfish jigging up to 2-3oz (rarely). Biggest specimen was 8lb and the rod handled it with ease. I did lose a pig that still haunts me. Bit through the 30# F on the jig trailer. Bumped it up to 50# since. Very sensitive. I think it should work well for fluke as well.
Just finished my 731M spiral wrap conventional, but did not test it yet. Waiting for spring!
Planning to check out some MH blanks (761MH or 73 CC) at the Edison show next weekend. Also thinking about a 731M spinner.... Anyone have experience with the MH's? I don't foresee any Amberjack popping in my near future 🙂
Just finished my 731M spiral wrap conventional, but did not test it yet. Waiting for spring!
Planning to check out some MH blanks (761MH or 73 CC) at the Edison show next weekend. Also thinking about a 731M spinner.... Anyone have experience with the MH's? I don't foresee any Amberjack popping in my near future 🙂
MateOriginal Crew98 postsSince 2019
Hmmm, good commentary. I personally am thinking hard about acquiring a BH Challenger Bank 691UL spinner for tog jigging. Anybody have any input on this? Not enough rod?
"Luck" is when preparation meets opportunity.
I prefer fishing evolution to fishing extinction.
If ya want to clean up the water, ya gotta get the pigs out of the creek.
I prefer fishing evolution to fishing extinction.
If ya want to clean up the water, ya gotta get the pigs out of the creek.
CaptainOriginal Crew2,216 postsSince 2018
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Hmmm, good commentary. I personally am thinking hard about acquiring a BH Challenger Bank 691UL spinner for tog jigging. Anybody have any input on this? Not enough rod?
A guy that I fish with has a 691UL that he built. He uses for casting 1/2 to 1-1/2 oz bucktails up current for fluke. He has caught them up to 6#, but that rod is DOUBLED. He said that he would not use it for tog in over 30' or so. I am sure it would work but you might get taken for a fun ride. Seeing his in action is actually what led me to the 701L.
MateOriginal Crew98 postsSince 2019
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701L spinner has been excellent for blackfish jigging up to 2-3oz (rarely). Biggest specimen was 8lb and the rod handled it with ease.
Just finished my 731M spiral wrap conventional, but did not test it yet. Waiting for spring!
Few vids of the 701L and 8# blackfish. First build so not factory quality by any means ?.
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MateOriginal Crew98 postsSince 2019
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