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[Zpg]

The reel seat on one of my rods is getting loose so I am looking at making it the back-up and replacing it. Since it has not been an emergency, I have been looking around and the 2 that keep popping up are the Shimano and Trophy XL. I have no oversion to buying an 8' 1 piece as storage isn't an issue but wanted to hear what you guys think and like. Also, has anyone seen good deals on either of these in your travels?

TIA

[bbronswyk2000]

I have two Trophy rods. They are my favorite by far. Also have a Big Cat and tis good but not as good as my Trophy's

[leaseman]

I've had a few sturgie rods....my latest is the Shimano and it is a great rod....wouldn't change it for anything!!!

Mike

[jetboatjim]

Trophy one piece 8 foot, good rod plenty of power, and cheap.

[DionJL]

Just to change things up from the standard Trophy, Shimano debate I vote for the Lamiglas BFC70H. Great rod, lots of backbone, and its beautifully built. No ceramic insert guides to pop out, three colour wrap job and a SOLID metal reel seat. $155, so less than the shimano but more than the trophy. Riverside Fly & Tackle has them in stock, but make sure you get the one with the metal reelseat, some have standard plastic.

[firstlight]

Ive got a Penn Slammer that i really like.
Got it at Riverside also.
They have a great selection of Sturgeon Gear,tackle and bait.

[Mike D.]

Well...as much as I love my Trophy's...I am slowly converting to shimano...the techs got me hooked! they are light and have a ton of backbone...plus!!!! they don't feel like they are going to break when your fighting a fish!!! Picking up my new shimmy Techy this weekend! 

Hubs has their Spring "Open House" Sale this upcoming weekend I believe...better go check it out!

Mike <"))))))><

[Zpg]

Thanks for everyones input. Today I decided on the Shimano Technium. A bit pricier than the TrophyXL but I liked the feel of the Shimano better. Now I'm chomping at the bit to use it!

[bbronswyk2000]

Thanks for everyones input. Today I decided on the Shimano Technium. A bit pricier than the TrophyXL but I liked the feel of the Shimano better. Now I'm chomping at the bit to use it!

I have my eye on one as well. I like the sensitivity of the tip compared to that of the Trophy. I will probably pick one up  before the fall fishery.