Hmmm, again. One of my fishin’ buddies just picked up an Ecooda 300gram spinner for tog jigging. Got it from Fisherman’s Depot in Whitestone. Around $250. Looks to be a really beautiful build, but I am a more than a bit leery of a pretty much unknown China-built rod. I’d much rather go with a known entity.
What I would really like is a spinning version of my terrific Daiwa Proteus PRSS64HB caster. What a tog killer that one is. Alas, no luck, Daiwa only offers a Proteus SS-series H spinner in the 7’ length.
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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This forum has had me wanting to dive in on a CTS, but cannot seem to justify a $200 blank (plus shipping).
MateOriginal Crew98 postsSince 2019
CTS blanks are as advertised, as good as it gets. Speaking from experience, as I own four gorgeous customs. Well worth the premium asked.
P.S.: A little birdie told me that CTS is currently running a sale, plus, get this: free shipping! Check into it as my birdies are usually right.😎
P.S.: A little birdie told me that CTS is currently running a sale, plus, get this: free shipping! Check into it as my birdies are usually right.😎
"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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This forum has had me wanting to dive in on a CTS, but cannot seem to justify a $200 blank (plus shipping).
MateOriginal Crew93 postsSince 2018
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There is no debate that CTS makes top of the line blanks. I have four in my arsenal from ultralight spin and conventional for bucktailing fluke and small stripers in the back bays, a tog/bass boat rod and a 9 foot light surf spinning rod. However, their availability in the USA and price has been an issue the last few years. Since I primarily build boat rods for fishing Montauk and the Northfork, I have found other manufacturers that produce quality blanks for my needs. For a high end blackfish blank I would recommend Blackhole in either their Challenger Bank series or the Slow Pitch.
MateOriginal Crew54 postsSince 2019
CTS Factory Discount - O.K., here's the dealeo - in a post on another board, and directly from CTS:
"CTS is offering a show special for the next two weeks, of 20% discount and free shipping from the online store (excludes repair sections, sale items & wholesale). Use coupon: ICRBE2020"
That was dated Feb. 26, 2020, so count 2 weeks forward from that date and you have your limiting factor.
You will never get a better deal than this from CTS for a direct-to-end-user sale.
You can thank me later . . . 😉
"CTS is offering a show special for the next two weeks, of 20% discount and free shipping from the online store (excludes repair sections, sale items & wholesale). Use coupon: ICRBE2020"
That was dated Feb. 26, 2020, so count 2 weeks forward from that date and you have your limiting factor.
You will never get a better deal than this from CTS for a direct-to-end-user sale.
You can thank me later . . . 😉
"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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CTS blanks are as advertised, as good as it gets. Speaking from experience, as I own four gorgeous customs. Well worth the premium asked.
P.S.: A little birdie told me that CTS is currently running a sale, plus, get this: free shipping! Check into it as my birdies are usually right.😎
Really free shipping just got hit for $80 on 8 blanks ..
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
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One thing you cant get from CTS is my CTS blackfish jigger.
Have them in stock
Have them in stock
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
I'd like to see one . . . I'm in the market.
"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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I'd like to see one . . . I'm in the market.
boys are over almost every weekend ..stop by..screwball took one home to sleep with..he needs to bond with the blank before he builds it
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CaptainOriginal Crew1,185 postsSince 2019
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Thanks for all of the info. I am going to pull the trigger on a BS704 for a heavy inshore/light pelagic spinner. $148 shipped using the coupon code and I have plenty of time to wait for it. 😉
MateOriginal Crew98 postsSince 2019
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Thanks for all of the info. I am going to pull the trigger on a BS704 for a heavy inshore/light pelagic spinner. $148 shipped using the coupon code and I have plenty of time to wait for it. 😉
you also have to pay import aka duty tax..you will get a bill from the shipped UPS or FedEx...
I have not had good luck with the BS blanks...had a few blow up..
I did have something in the works with a redesign but I dont need too do it...Im good with the BJ line..
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
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you also have to pay import aka duty tax..you will get a bill from the shipped UPS or FedEx...
I have not had good luck with the BS blanks...had a few blow up..
Is there a different CTS blank that you would suggest instead of the BS704 for that application? I really would like to take advantage of the promotion and from their site, it looks like BS 702 and BS 704 are the only options. I do not see any BJ or ES or "CN" options.
MateOriginal Crew98 postsSince 2019
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you cant buy any BJ on line that I redesigned...You can buy a BJ 702 , 703 or 704 I think ES are fresh water ultra lite & everyone I built broke...BSM aka CN I have had the same problems as the BS..there is a flaw in the design...Like I sad had a redesign in the works but didnt do it..
I do believe they are only giving a discount on the blanks on the site no custom orders aka BJ line..
I pay more than that with discount so I dont see you getting a BJ for less than 180 or 200 dollars the MSRP is 225 & up on the BJ line..
I do believe they are only giving a discount on the blanks on the site no custom orders aka BJ line..
I pay more than that with discount so I dont see you getting a BJ for less than 180 or 200 dollars the MSRP is 225 & up on the BJ line..
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
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If you want to build a really nice top notch rod ..IMO much better that what your fishing ..Go with a Phenix..
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
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you cant buy any BJ on line that I redesigned...You can buy a BJ 702 , 703 or 704 I think ES are fresh water ultra lite & everyone I built broke...BSM aka CN I have had the same problems as the BS..there is a flaw in the design...Like I sad had a redesign in the works but didnt do it..
I do believe they are only giving a discount on the blanks on the site no custom orders aka BJ line..
I pay more than that with discount so I dont see you getting a BJ for less than 180 or 200 dollars the MSRP is 225 & up on the BJ line..
MateOriginal Crew98 postsSince 2019
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See now I have stayed away from Phenix because of the horror stories about their quality control and customer service. What line would you suggest?
Sorry for hijacking the thread George!
Sorry for hijacking the thread George!
MateOriginal Crew98 postsSince 2019
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I deal direct so no problem with Customer service as I do with CTS & UC..
QC some of their line are just bad blanks ..stick with Black Diamond not the hybrid , M1 & UMBX great great blanks..
also UC top quality blanks again much better than what your fishing...UC are second to none in the composite line & one of the best in the graphite line..CTS BJ are better but you pay,,,I would fish a UC graphite over a Smith or anything coming out of Japan or Korea..
QC some of their line are just bad blanks ..stick with Black Diamond not the hybrid , M1 & UMBX great great blanks..
also UC top quality blanks again much better than what your fishing...UC are second to none in the composite line & one of the best in the graphite line..CTS BJ are better but you pay,,,I would fish a UC graphite over a Smith or anything coming out of Japan or Korea..
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
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Thanks for the info. I will try to bend some at the Edison show.
MateOriginal Crew98 postsSince 2019
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See now I have stayed away from Phenix because of the horror stories about their quality control and customer service. What line would you suggest?
Sorry for hijacking the
See now I have stayed away from Phenix because of the horror stories about their quality control and customer service. What line would you suggest?
Sorry for hijacking the thread George!
For fluke my preference are both Phenix blanks the Hydra then the CTS. The 8-17 up to 3 oz the 10-20 up to 5oz also the hydra up to 4oz I then go to the CTS I like the BJ701 over the 700 for jigging fluke and Cbass. I use that once I get over 5 oz which at that point is chicken rigs.
For Tog I go in order under 4/5oz the UC Ar700 then Cts 700 then the bj701 4-7 oz range then the 70xl fir heavier applications.
Overall for feel and performance I'd rate them in order
Fluke Umbx 8-17, Umbx 10-20, Hydra, cts 701 and cts 700.
Tog Uc ar700xl, uc 70xl, Bj701 and Bj700.
Again just my view on some of the blanks. Suggest you take a look like you plan do but if you decide on a custom make sure to check out Capt Richie work. Does excellent work at a fair price. Good luck
First MateOriginal Crew255 postsSince 2018
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