Thread: Ultralight Rods Relating to Panfish #2

Originally Posted by jawjatek

A little bird told me another CDC member I know ponied up for an Evergreen Superior Limber Tip... I know he is like a kid waiting for Christmas.. fishing with a nice rod while he waits! He got to try mine out last week while I tried his...

... Abu G Eradicator Slow Taper Special rod - with a new Exist mounted to it! WOW! The word that best describes the reel, that I can think of right now, is SILKY. On the third cast, a big slab thumped the 1 g jig and introduced me to how it feels with a fish on. I can only describe the combination as silky and sensitive, and the fish came in like on a tractor beam without the feeling of being noodle whipped. SMOOOOOOOTH. Dang. I am kindly ruined a little. A fabulous rig. Fabulous.

These rods are gone, and I am amazed he found one, albeit at a stiffer price than I paid.

How would you compare the Limber Tip and the Slow Taper Special in terms of refinement? Sensitivity? I have a different Superior that's perfect for my needs, been eyeing the Limber Tip, but now also keep thinking about jumping on the Eradicator bandwagon...

The LT is bit longer and has a touch more backbone than the STS, but that is just a first impression from one trip. The fish were biting very light as they do this time of year, but I had no problems feeling them. I did have the ester mono on the LT, and the STS had Gamma panfish 2 lb nylon mono on it IIRC.

When ultraslab gets his LT, he will have both rods and will be able to compare better than I.

Grabbed a couple of these for my JDM rods that came with plastic pouches that you can't fold. I got the 2 piece bag for spinning rods. They look pretty nice and are microfiber.

SPINNING ROD BAGS

Can anyone compare the latest Tenryu Rayz with Tenryu Rayz Spectra models? I've been interested in an UL/L baitcasting setup for a while now, and just about decided to pull the trigger. While I am definitely going with Calcutta Conquest BFS HG, I can't figure out if the Spectra will be worth the premium, Torzite guide inserts aside. Is there a pronounced difference between Tenryu's CNT and non-CNT blanks? I am not looking for incredible sensitivity, because I will likely use it with small cranks, possibly spoons.

Originally Posted by s_v

Can anyone compare the latest Tenryu Rayz with Tenryu Rayz Spectra models? I've been interested in an UL/L baitcasting setup for a while now, and just about decided to pull the trigger. While I am definitely going with Calcutta Conquest BFS HG, I can't figure out if the Spectra will be worth the premium, Torzite guide inserts aside. Is there a pronounced difference between Tenryu's CNT and non-CNT blanks? I am not looking for incredible sensitivity, because I will likely use it with small cranks, possibly spoons.

Here is what Chris had to say about the two rods.

Regards
https://www.finesse-fishing.com/tenr...z-spectra.html

Tenryu upgraded the Rayz blanks this year, so the difference between the Rayz and the Spectra is not as wide as it was. At this point, I personally believe the difference between the UL, LL and L is more noticeable than between the Rayz and the Spectra. The LL (Spectra RZS51LL-BC) is right between the UL and the L of the Rayz rods. Even though the Spectra has the Torzite guide inserts, alignment dots, built in hook keeper and MUCH prettier wood, I would recommend choosing based on the weight of the lures you plan to fish. The Rayz UL is best for lures of 4.5 grams and under, the Rayz L for 4 grams and over and the LL for lures of 2 grams to 6 grams. I decided to keep the 4'10" ultralight Rayz RZ4102B-UL for myself rather than the "nicer" Spectra because I mostly fish smaller streams with lighter lures. If all your lures are right at 4 grams, so you could very reasonably fish any of the three rods, choose the one with the prettier wood

Thank you, Chris. I don't often see analysis and comparison as clear and meaningful as this one elsewhere.

Hi all,
Long time lurker, first time poster. Big fan of JDM fishing equipment, just starting out so I only have a Megabass and a couple of MC trout rods. Like others here, I'm looking to buy less quantity and more high quality equipment. I just recently purchased a Megabass bass rod for my son (he's completely sold on that brand, the cool factor I guess) and now I'm on the hunt for something for myself. My initial thoughts were to buy a UL bass rod, though I understand those aren't appropriate for crappie fishing (too fast?). I was thinking about buying a Shimano Bantam UL but then I decide to broaden my search and now I'm looking at the Tict RP or the AB Eradicator. I guess the reason why my thoughts are pretty far afield is because I just want a do-it-all UL rod. Something for the creek smallmouth, redeye, and spotted bass, but also something for lake panfish and crappie. Does anyone have any thoughts?