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 Just bought 7' Heavy Ethos Rod
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02/28/12 08:29 PM
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Academy had these on sale for $40 down from $60 for Rod Riot.
I plan on using this for flipping, thoughts on a good reel and line to pair it with.
I was thinking about the H20 Mettle that I like so much. What line would be good for this?
Thoughts???
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Re: Just bought 7' Heavy Ethos Rod
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02/29/12 01:14 AM
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20-25# Flouro. I like InvisX but just make sure you get a quality line.
Some folks say that fishin on a Sunday is a sin, but if a fish bites my line, you know I'm gonna reel him on in!
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Re: Just bought 7' Heavy Ethos Rod
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02/29/12 01:28 AM
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50 lb braid will get you more sensitivity...and if flipping structure, it will get you out of the thick stuff more often. as far as the reel, i assume that a mettle will work. I was told to use the 7:1 gear ratio on heavy action jig rods.
 fatty has more posts than you. I have more beer in my garage right now than you!
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Re: Just bought 7' Heavy Ethos Rod
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02/29/12 02:52 PM
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I've never bought or used braid, but I am open to the idea. Any suggestions on brand to try or to stay away from?
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Re: Just bought 7' Heavy Ethos Rod
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02/29/12 03:20 PM
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I have a CT100 Quantum Burner reel that is 7:1. I havent really like it with 20lb Big Game on it, but maybe braided line with the 7' rod would be a better set up for it.
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Re: Just bought 7' Heavy Ethos Rod
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02/29/12 04:37 PM
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20-25# Flouro. I like InvisX but just make sure you get a quality line. +10! InvisX ROCKS!! 
****Sun sinking low....lines baited.....gentle south breeze blowing...you realize.........I AM! .
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Re: Just bought 7' Heavy Ethos Rod
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02/29/12 04:53 PM
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fatty has more posts than you. I have more beer in my garage right now than you!
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Re: Just bought 7' Heavy Ethos Rod
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03/05/12 09:12 PM
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Academy only has the Power Pro 300yrd 50lb spool. Any other suggestions on brands?
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Re: Just bought 7' Heavy Ethos Rod
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03/06/12 03:46 AM
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Re: Just bought 7' Heavy Ethos Rod
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03/08/12 02:36 PM
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I ended up putting power pro on it. I've hated this reel in the past with mono and flour on it, but with the braid, I love the thing!
Are there certain reels that just work better with certain type of line?
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