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Sounds like a great power and action. What do you like to use it for? I'm guessing jerkbaits. Your thoughts?

I have it paired to a Daiwa SV TW 70 with 7 lb Daiwa J - Fluoro Samurai Hidden and have been using it for finesse crankbaits. It seems really happy in the 1/4 - 3/8oz range. *Megabass Super-Z Z1, Z2 and Z3 Megabass IXI Shad 6th Sense Crush Mini 25X 6th Sense Curve Finesse Bill Lewis ATV 1.0

@@xDx0xUxGx So, cranking is a tip-down technique. If you want to move up in a rod that will cast your light cranks. I suggest the LBTC72MM. It is a carbon-glass hybrid that will cast 1/4 baits. The glass really slows down the rod response when a fish is hooked. That is very helpful with small treble hooks. Below is my review of that rod. If you like the Physys handle then try the PHX72MM. Same blank and action. Next, I have no intention of moving you away from Diawa, but I now think the Lew's Custom Pro Gen 3 is one of the best reels on the market for throwing light baits and managing backlash. As of today, it is as good as a Matanium DC in my book. I need more time with the reel to get a sense of the drag and longgivity. Here is the link to the rod review: th-cam.com/video/bKFAJWJFQhM/w-d-xo.html

I have the Rip n Chatter and the Drop Shot Finesse XL in Legend Tournament. I will likely be getting the Custom Pro to pair with the 6' 11" m+/f Poison Adrena that I ordered from Tackle Warehouse. They have them discounted due to the new model's release and an additional 20% off for their Black November sale. I couldn't pass up a Poison Adrena for the same price as an Expride.

I also think the Physyx line would be a place to add a few "BFS" models. A 6' 8" - 7' light/moderate and a 6' 8" - 7' light/extra fast would be fantastic. *somewhere around 1/16 - 3/8oz

I wish I could be of more help with your question. I don't have knowledge or experience with stinger tip rods. I have heard that early models of various manufactures did have the problem you mentioned. They has supposedly make them better.

I am always glad to help with gear selection!

Not for the purposes of this video. I was showing how the Physys is balanced differently than the LT. But if you want to know the true balance when using it, I agree 100%. And each reel will be different.

Why is spool weight important to you?

Spool weight has been an important factor in 18gram distance casting competitions. The long favored (and record holding) reel is the discontinued Abu 2500 with an aftermarket (Avail) 6 gram spool.

Is that the 2024 Metanium DC or the older version on sale? Curious. I plan on a follow-up review of the Trika after using it to catch fish and win a tournament. I have some early thoughts on the reel.

It was a pleasure fishing with you as well! Let's install more habitat!

They are both made here in the US

I think the tube is a classic hover bait, that still works. The minnows look more lifelike, but I'm not sure fish care. I too am back to using drop-shot more, only because light hover baits are so light, they take forever to get deep. I'm trying another technique that is very close to a hover-stroll and I can add weight and get it deeper. More on that in the future, as I perfect the usage.

It will work in any shallow water. I would use darker colors in darker water. You likely already know that! Thank you for the feedback. I have hit upon how to structure a video because if feedback like yours.

Where are you fishing?

I fish in Western Washington. About 40 miles north of Seattle.

Thank you! I'm closing on the best formula for a "fishing" video. Some fishing, some discussion on the water and then talking baits, and rods and reels. I will be doing more of these styles along with more product review in the near future.

More to come!

Thank you for subscribing! Do you like to fish club tournaments? Our club is looking for new members.

WOW! Thank you for sharing the video. It is appreciated as I try to grow the channel.

Do you use the Mustad hook or a plain hook with the added weight?

Red muddy water, that is a color we never see in AZ waters. We do get muddy water, with less than 6" visibility during heavy winter rains is some of our lakes. It is either a brown or blackish color.

They are Mustad Power Lock Plus Spring Keeper Weighted or Mustad Power Lock Plus Weighted EWG Hook. On the latter I remove the peg and added an Owner twist lock.

I seen those, but I don't it they would give me the same action. Perhaps it will give me better action.

It makes them fall really flat without having to move the weight. They aslo come through cover easier. The weight doesn't get hung up or covered in grass as much.

I know. I've given other great techniques and most people don't try them. But then I'm not KVD.

You're welcome!

It is a great technique.

You're welcome. You know, joining a bass club is how to learn fast.

It doesn't say on the box. I haven't looked on their website.

@@FishPoint-WithJoeMichels Thanks. They don't say on their website either.

I was informed by Trika that they we’re made overseas my guess would be Korea, maybe by DOYO or BANAX they wouldn’t say I ordered one if it’s made in Korea it should be stamped on the reel seat on the inner plate on the right hand side of the gearbox but for $319 now you’re getting into Daiwa zillion country and Shimano metanium country I ordered one if I see made in China, it’s going back

This is a Bates Hundo... google it.

@@MONGO573both their rods and reels are made here in the USA. I believe they get assembled in Houston Texas. The rod blanks are made in Washington and reel seats in Milwaukee.

When I learn more about using minnows in AZ waters, I'll share what I've learned.

Yes, as do all tournament anglers during spawn, whether you see the beds or not.

I hope to have a more detailed review coming soon.

Please explain further on both your assertions.

I have recorded a short video to answer your question. Be on the look out for the answer.

For fluorocarbon I tie the Double San Diego Jam Knot for when I use braid I use the Fish N Fool Knot.

Funny, that is what I actually want to do for myself.

Good luck. I hope you catch a giant.

Smallmouth are showing up at Roosy, that is fantastic for AZ anglers.

Soon to come.

This new video answers your question plus much more.

More fun to come I hope.

Most anglers are in your category. Just enjoying the outdoors and fishing. I enjoy the friendly competition. I have made dozens of friends through the years by fishing bass clubs. I wouldn't ever give that up.

I'm glad you like the videos. It is good you can get on the water with a kayak. But did you know you can join the Midweek Bass Anglers of AZ and fish as a co-angler? Lastly, get well!

More to come! As long as I get questions.

Hmm... I would want to know how heavy of baits you want to throw. This is a heavy power rod with an extra fast tip. I don't like it for baits that weight less than 3/8oz unless I'm pitching. Becuase it doesn't cast light baits very well. So if you are throwing 1/2oz jigs, then it is a possibility. I'm not sure about the extra fast tip when keeping fish pegged with 1/2oz or bigger jig heads. That will be your preference. I might suggest their LBTC73MHF Workhorse model if you are throwing 3/8oz baits in open water situations. I have not done a review on that rod and I need to soon.

The st clair river has an extremely strong current and I use 3/4 ounce jigs. I cast up river and bounce it along the bottom with the current. Thank you

@@jessedeen6569 In that case I might suggest the 74HF rod. I use that for fishing heavy jigs. I like the fast action vs the extra-fast for when I have a fish on a heavy jig. It doesn't react as fast and I think that helps keep fish pinned better. I have a friend who is sponsored by St Croix who uses that model in the Legend Extreme. If you fish that jig technique more than others, then spending the money on the Extreme might provide better return on your investment. Which all the said, the Power Finesse rod will easily handle a 3/4oz jig. St Croix has a 30 day no questions return policy, so maybe try both and return one.

Hi, this is a great question. I want to answer this and I will do a short video to answer. Can you wait a day or two for my thoughts?

Sure, sounds good. Thanks!

Hi, this is a great question. I want to give you an answer with a short video.

I concur that loading a Caracal SP is a challenge. I've had bass boats since 1986, and this is the hardest to align on the trailer. I have learned to keep the back tire fender about 2" above the water to give it the proper bow height when pushing the boat to the winch stop. But aligning the boat with a slight crosswind is still challenging. What I do is get the boat between the fenders, as you would expect. If I'm crooked, then I work to realign with the motor. Back-and-forth, back-and-forth until I get it right. Then, the last thing I learned is that the point of the bow needs to look off-center for it to be actually centered before I power on the last 10 inches. Writing here, I wish I could say if it looks center to the port or starboard, but I can't. I just know when I'm aligned. BUT... even with all that, sometimes the bow veers to the starboard, and I have to use the motor to pull it off and realign. I know what I'm doing, yet I still have troubles. That is just how it is.