Fishing with Rod Discussion Forum
Fishing in British Columbia => General Discussion => Topic started by: Xgolfman on February 11, 2007, 10:55:34 AM
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wondering if we should have a section on here for that???
It would be interesting to hear first hand reviews of different gear, not what a manufacturer would lead you to believe...could also update it, as we all suffer from the "magic bean" effect with anything new...( magic bean is everything you get new is wonderful and the best ever, after a few times out and the magic dust wears off you can then give a more detailed report or update on it )
I know for me, I'm a gear Ho...I can give lots of reviews both pre and post divorce...One area that would be pretty interesting for guys is Wader etc. reviews, I'm amazed at how many of them flat out fail...Right Merc?? ;) So in the long run you might be able to make a more informed decision on your purchases...
Is this do able Rod???
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great idea as a new to river fishing guy I am always looking for advice as I upgrade my starter gear.
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That's a great idea XG.
As a gear ho, who is also a bit of a packrat, I could probably open my own tackle shop.
For those who are new to the sport, and are perhaps (as we all are) living on a tight budget, this could save many $$ and some aggravation.
I have an idea ...... perhaps we can form a group "Gear Ho / Centrepin Enthusiasts / Cigar Samplers - Anonymous".
1) The first step is acknowledging we have a problem.
2) The second step is admitting that there is bugger all we can do about it.
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It's a good idea, ABA. As I know you change your gear more often than your underwear, you should be able to give us a ton of feedback on gear. ;D
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That's a great idea XG.
As a gear ho, who is also a bit of a packrat, I could probably open my own tackle shop.
For those who are new to the sport, and are perhaps (as we all are) living on a tight budget, this could save many $$ and some aggravation.
I have an idea ...... perhaps we can form a group "Gear Ho / Centrepin Enthusiasts / Cigar Samplers - Anonymous".
1) The first step is acknowledging we have a problem.
2) The second step is admitting that there is bugger all we can do about it.
GHCECSA?
Doesn't make for a good acronymn.
How about Gear Ho and Eccessive Cigars, Centrepins Organization or G.H.E.C.C.O.?
Or,
Cigars, And Centrepins Anonymous or C.A.C.A.?
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That's too funny ...... people have told me before that I am full of CACA. ;D
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That's too funny ...... people have told me before that I am full of CACA. ;D
Ok, That makes you the President... ;D
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I would say that is a good idea as well!! Do er up Rodney!! PLEASE!! ;D
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Sounds like a great idea. I have an additional item for the list. "Sale items" I know I get my fair share of leads on promo sales, and I am sure there are other members who do too.
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In advance of a more organized structure, I'll put in my 2c for products:
Weldcraft boats: best boats on the water from top to bottom
Yamaha four strokes, ditto
Scotty downriggers
Chevy 2500 HD
Simms G3 waders
Simms L2 wading boots with aqua stealth soles
Orvis Tailwaters no sweat wading jacket.
Shimano reels
Abu Garcia C4 (2006 model)
Sage fly rods
Ross Rhythm fly reel
Orvis superlight sunglasses
Maxima ultra green line
Gamakatsu hooks
Cabela's rods (either tourney trail or XML) these were made with G-loomis blanks a couple years ago. Not sure who makes them now, but they're as good as any $250 + US rod for a fraction of the price.
Jenna Jameson :o
I won't bash too many products, but here's a couple that I've had bad luck with in the past (that includes bad customer service).
Quantum reels, still catching up with diawa and shimano and abu garcia, also bad customer service.
Mercury outboards, not a Yamaha, Honda or Suzuki. Owned one, always had issues, known many people with them and they swear at them constantly.
Hodgman neoprene waders, owned 2 pair, both leaked 1st day out.
Benelli Nova Pump shotgun. I've owned 2, they both jamed if they had a speck of dust on them. Spend the extra money and buy the M2.
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one more thing I recommend.
Troll Master 2 digital throttle control for kicker motor. If you ever do any trolling, this is a must have. You can sit in the captains chair and control your speed from there. You can also control your speed much more accurately than the manual throttle on the motor.
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These Are a Few of My Favourite Things
Me and my Simms, fishing on rivers,
Steelies on a C-pin gives me the shivers,
Drennans and gammies to catch Thompson springs,
These are a few of my favourite things.
Driftrods and flyrods, all of them Sages,
Calcuttas and Hardy, that's what all the rage is,
Ultra green peeling off my Silex that sings,
These are a few of my favourite things.
Flylines from Rio and leader from Froghair,
Tiemco, Daiichi and my rainjacket from Bare,
My Harbourcraft Flyfisher, good outings it brings,
These are a few of my favourite things.
Beads made from tungsten and Griffin fly vices,
Islander LX's, don't care what the price is,
Chromies and sedges and mayflies with wings,
These are a few of my favourite things.
When the line breaks,
When I get skunked,
When I'm feeling sad,
I simply remember my favourite things,
And then I don't feel so bad.
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now that was good.
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HONK IF U BONK !
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Is this do able Rod???
Believe it or not, some products have as an End User Licence agreement that you won't publish a review of said product without consent of the manufacturer. Something to be aware of. Watch the fine print. Caveat Emptor.
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Have not tried the G3's on yet, they look sweet though. It sounds to me like your river teks are the wrong size and/or last. These boots are not really something that breaks in too much, so the fit probably won't change too much. Part of the problem might also be the foot on your waders. You might have a seam on the back of your heel which is rubbing.
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Hahaha Bravo Mastercaster !!! ;D ;D the next time I see you I expect you to sing that for us LOL
As for ABA's idea .. maybe it would work , but you're ideas usually suck so I am not gonna hold my breath ;D
TR
I am still hungry
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Hey, I sing like a bird, reminiscent of a young crow waiting to be fed.....and the best part is, once a song gets stuck in my head I sing it all day long!
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Hey, I sing like a bird, reminiscent of a young crow waiting to be fed.....and the best part is, once a song gets stuck in my head I sing it all day long!
What about that one by Culture Club, you know: "Karma Karma Karma Karma Karma Chameleon, you come and go, you come and go..ooo...oooo. ;D
Back on topic:
So, DS: you're saying that there might be some manufacturers who have some weird end product agreement? Can you give some examples of who these manufacturers might be? And, if we are aware of them then we could post that this manufacturer has not consented to a product review. Lets everyone know that the manufacturer might have something to hide in their product (or not) but still conform to their legal requests. And, then the buyer can make an informed decision if he/she will purchase this product. Truly, Caveat Emptor.
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I've never read or would be bullied by some fanthom company saying I don't have the right to free speech..Or does that not apply up here??? give me a break..
Hodman (oops misspelled) waders were about the biggest waste of money I've ever spent..and that's hard for me considering....I got their breathables and they breathed the wrong way in less then a month...total garbage, no return either by the store I got them at..
Second would be Orivis (oops) and their hardware and packs, I have bought forceps that the cuts to close them had been so poorly cut they wouldn't close, the scissor function couldn't cut a fart...other then that they looked good, I got their double zinger, as we know all new fly guys love to stick every possible stupid thing on our vests so they can identify you as a beek...The pliers are a dead give away...the zinger on it's first visit to the lake fell off and sunk to the bottom with my fancy ceramic clippers that couldn't cut...oh I used that already...I bought their wading belt and the water bottle didn't come with it, when you put one in the pouch it stabbed you in the back or fell out...such horribly overpriced crap it dumbfounds me...
My Simms freestone boots are excellent, they are big enough for my wide feet...tough mothers too...I have the lt's? too for summer wear, they are a bit on the narrow side so only fit with thin socks...so..summer boots...My simms Classic guide waders and jacket are some of the best i've owned or worn, got nothing but love for them...my simms hats are not bringing me any luck catching steelhead..so my lucky hat search continues...
Geez....im hungry..