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I gentleman by the name N G left a comment but the comment disappeared. He said the handle of a 11 footer broke off when drawing from the rod holder. This rod is NO GOOD for rod holders! You can see why. The blanks is very very thing and exposed, and is not even painted (paint will protect it). Then the split cork handle will always catch on the rod holder when u try to draw it fast in the heat of the moment. This entire rod is FRAGILE and I do not recommend it unless you take extreme care of your tackle. This is NOT a durable rod! This is a piece of art! You can't toss it in the bed of your truck!
I have a 9ft presso and you're right. The cork bottom on mine became too soft and has crumbled. I had to cut half of it off. To me, its cosmetic, the rod still performs fine.
Go to mudhole.com. U can buy rubber butt for the rod or whatever u like. Just glue it on
i am beginner to fishing and just got this rod in travel pack model. maybe i am stupid lol. anyway how do you suggest the method of caring for this rod ? like what or what not to do while fishing or post fishing ? that would be very much appreciated. thank you!
@@roborovski008 clean the guides with a cotton buds after you wash it & dont hit the rod against anything you can damage the blank or fracture the surface of it ...
Awesome review 👍👍👍👍 I remember the muskie video that really show the real power of the daiwa rod thanks for sharing your knowledge
I have watched this countless times, best video on the subject. Thank you for the information and your opinions.
thanks for taking the time to drop a line bud
Thanks for an excellent review! Very good format and presentation. Cheers
As always best reviews on TH-cam
I just ordered a 7' 4 price for backpacking, and traveling to Idaho this year, can't wait for it to come, and great video!
Someone else ordered the 4 piece rod and told me he absolutely loved it. He makes all his videos with that daiwa 4 piece rod.
HOWEVER, beware that the action on the 4 piece rod is very different than the action shown in the video. Adding all of these connections does stiffen the rod significantly.
So happy to see another video by you. I really enjoyed all the rods. Crappie time is just around the corner!! The rods that have ridges are nice. I have some of those and it's a nice change from the norm. Although to get that they actually skip a step, smooth graphite rods sand those ridges off to save on weight. BUT, there are a few, Shimano Zodias is one for example, that applies a carbon fiber ribbon up and back down the rod on a 45 degree angle which adds a very classy look. They say it's to eliminate rod twist but I'm not sure if it really helps. I know you're a Daiwa guy and they have one like that as well. I'm rambling. Sorry. Fantastic video as always and we appreciate everything you do!!
Hi, Casey! I said this rod is not for everyone but you should get one if u don't have one already. 7' or 7' 6. You are one of the people who can appreciate it and who can take care of his tackle. This rod is something else, it is pure joy and looks amazing.
I have 15 ugly sticks and maybe 10 shimano rods and this I believe is my first ever daiwa rod. I am not loyal to brands and I think when it comes to rods the competition is FIERCE. When it comes to reels, there is no competition. You have Daiwa and Shimano. Nothing else. It used to be competitive, but right now its not. I honestly do not think daiwa or shimano are the best in reels, as I find them exactly equal. The only reason I have more daiwas is that they make more black reels. Shimano uses too much chrome and gold in general. But I do have about 20 shimanos still : )
I'm the friend with the 9ft presso from the other fellow who commented today. I got my 9ft to fish in saltwater here in Florida. When ordering a fast action 9ft rod, I expected to come into the back pretty well and I was not disappointed. I got the presso after someone broke my 7'6 browning air stream, which I loved. That rod is so light, sensitive and recovers like a dream. I wish I still had one. It's really surprising to see you own both those rods and are comparing them here. Instant subscription. I used the presso in a video I uploaded today, and the one before that the 7'6 air stream made an appearance. Kudos man thanks for the comparison.
the browning is on sale all the time for $40. To be honest, i don't think you can buy a better looking rod for $40. I liked your video and subbed.
@@ifishcatfish I cant find another near me, hopefully I find another one one of these days Thanks for the view and the sub! Tight lines!
Getting the 6.6. Thanks for the review.
@David Hiatt Ended up not buying it. Reviews about it breaking kept coming up. Price seems a bit high for the negative reviews.
I have the browning air stream 7’6” and I love it. My friend has he Daiwa presso 9’ for saltwater Ul fishing and he loves it! Great review!
i wanted the 7' air stream but bought the 7'6 by mistake. Grabbed the wrong one lol : ) Found out when i got home and put it on the wall - was much longer than my other 7'. Still a great rod. Hopefully you got it on sale. This rod is always on sale. Daiwa is never on sale : )
@@ifishcatfish Yes I did get on sale! What are your thoughts on fiberglass ultralights? I got a Bass pro shops Micro Lite Glass Spinning Rod in 7'6" UL. It has an extreme whippy slow action.
can u give me link? I was playing with BPS Micro Graphite the other day. Amazing blank, but not glass.
@@ifishcatfish www.basspro.com/shop/en/bass-pro-shops-micro-lite-glass-spinning-rod
I can't find the 7'6" model listed on the website anymore. It was there before. .
oh yeah, i played with that one. It is really wobbly, but should be very fun for float fishing. Richard Gene the Fishing Machine uses that rod and loves it. I much prefer this one: www.basspro.com/shop/en/bass-pro-shops-micro-lite-graphite-spinning-rod
It says Graphite but the blank is extremely soft, recovery is still fine, and the only reason i haven't bought it is because it is always full price. The moment they discount it I will buy it.
I've owned my 7' Daiwa Presso for 2 years. It is by far my favorite ultralight rod that I own. And I have a few St. Croix, a G. Loomis, and a Fenwick HMG.
Is it more light in weight and sensitive than a G Loomis IMX or GLX?
Thank you for posting, I have some G Loomis and St Croix rods as well, but If this rod is your favorite, no need to spend more.
Not sure if you are still reading comments here but I have searched far and wide for the perfect 7ft rod for specific trout spinning application
I found a fenwick HMG at the store and waved it around a bit and fell in love, they just dont have the action Im looking for in 7ft. How does it compare to the Daiwa Presso in your opinion? I was using the HMG as my benchmark and it seem to be between that and the Presso!
That crappie magnet jig you have tied on is a killer.. I mostly use the black/ chartreuse.. But that purple and black is deadly also here in South Louisiana. Excellent Review. Going to have to check out that Daiwa Presso!!!
black and CT is the best for me too. This is just what i had at the time, after a perch fishing on lake michigan.
You’re an artist among miners, mister Victor!
I gota put this on my wall..
I just purchased the 8ft presos gonna try it this weekend at lopez lake
I was lucky enough today to find a new 7’6” Presso at Turners Outdoorsmen while visiting family in California!
FYI - I just received my new 7'6" Presso today from your link. Fine looking rod indeed. My only complaint is that most cork handled rods today come coated with that horrendous plastic! Difficult to remove, but I got it done, along with U-40 sealer (which I've used for several decades quite successfully). Now I just have to wait for the rest of the ice to leave the ponds so I can give it a whirl. Maybe another week or so.
I've dressed this rod with a series 20 President filled with 2" test Fireline Crystal, ahead of which I've tied a 4' fluorocarbon leader. Same rigging as on my other 6 crappie rods. Should be a real crackerjack! :)
same here sir! Got several new toys that i keep hanging on my bedroom wall that are just waiting for some action : )
U-40 is a good thing. This rod deserves it!
Thanks for all your detailed reviews. You do a fantastic job. Will you be reviewing the fish eagle ultralight?
No. They are very old. Too late now. They are good rods actually, if you are looking for a jigging rod. Better than the Presso because the blank is stiffer. But the guides are very small and be prepared to fish very thin line. Very fast action. Stiff in mid section. Good rod for jigging only, too stiff for other stuff.
@@ifishcatfish i I actaully have 2 of the fish eagles as i caught them on sale for 15 bucks. Love them, but on the tag it said do not use in winter! Did you notice this? Thoughts?
I actaolly own the presso 7'6" ultralight and love it! I also just picked up the 7L Shakespeare micro per your review and cant wait to check it out for perch.
Thanks!
Never heard of a rod that should not be used in winter. All rods with small guides are no good in winter, because the guides clog with ice very quickly, and also line is stiff and can't go through small guides as easy.. but other than that i can't think of any reason not to. Still better to use Presso, with its enormous guides
@@ifishcatfish it was the first time i ever seen that on the tag. That is why i asked. Thanks!
Really loving these reviews man!
I have different tastes because I live in TN where I fish small water but regularly run into 9" + sunfish, 10" + rock bass, 12" + crappie, and smaller bass in streams....all with the same 1/32oz jighead and a 1.5" doft plastic crayfish.
I already have a rod that I use for most float fishing....so what I really need is a jigging rod.
You have just saved me a lot of heart break by ruling out the presso for that application. Thank you!
You may have also just convinced me to keep the 9' rod in mind if I need a dedicated setup for long distance slip float fishing and wrestling big bluegill and crappie out of heavy timber. 🤔
shimano sensilite doesn't look fancy but is really good jiggin rod. I have review. Also the B&M TCB rod is good jigign rod
@@ifishcatfish well I tried the b&m rod and I was significantly let down by it. It feels more like a moderate action light powered rod to me. It's thicker and maybe even slower than my St. Croix panfish 7' light and is much less sensitive than I was led to believe by the reviews. The reduction train is minimal and the tip top is larger than the running guides. It does have good casting distance and fairly good recovery, but that's about all I can say about it. I'll probably sell it.
Gonna try the Sensilite now.
I bought the Kage on your recommendation and LOVED it. Caught literally hundreds of fish on it for a month before disaster struck. The first several inches broke and split the blank even further on a hook set using 2lb test. Line wasn't wrapped or anything. Shipping it back to Daiwa would be over $100 just one way, and the model is out of stock with no backorder everywhere. It's now a short nearly ML rod, because of that extremely fast action you mentioned.
So I'm kind of up sh*t creek. I'll keep trying and hopefully I can find something suitable for now while I save up for a JDM rod.
If not, I guess there's always fly fishing for big bluegill with a 2 weight.
Thank you again for the reviews, they're genuinely very helpful even though our tastes differ.
i never recommended Kage to anyone... that feels like a bass rod to me. Also your description does not match the B&M TCB rod. Did u maybe buy some other B&M rod? They sell many crappie rods..
Thats why i dont recommend rods... i show them to people and say what guides and what power and action and let people decide. Everyone likes different things and most people like bass rods unfortunately so my favorites dont match with most people's favorites..
@@ifishcatfish it's the TCB rod. I'm holding it presently.
You said the Kage would probably work for me in a comment reply under the Dobyns rod review. It was actually the video that introduced me to your channel.
You were right. It wasn't perfect but it was the best domestically available rod I've found for my purposes so far.
@@ifishcatfish at least...I think that was your video.
Very informative video Victor. I may eventually splurge and buy a quality rod for crappie fishing. Being I tent to catch decent catfish while crappie fishing, this rod would be an excellent choice.
don't but nothing until u see the other rods. I don't think this one is the best for u. U will find it too soft and the handle is not easy to draw from a rod holder. There is better and cheaper choices coming.
Damn... I was looking at this rod for dropshotting and jigging for perch (and the occasional pike) here in Sweden. I guess I'll have to keep looking. Thanks for the great review as always! :-)
no, no good for those. But shouldn't be hard to find a rod for that.
@@ifishcatfish Do you have any suggestions under $100? A lot of the American brand rods like The Shakespeare Micro is impossible to get here in Europe... :-/
for dropshotting you need a rod with stiffer tip, so it doesn't bend when u hop the weight. In my opinion most rods on the market are dropshot rods as most of them are too stiff. Just buy some brand or color that u like. I think this is a low risk purchase.
@@ifishcatfish Thank you for taking the time to reply!
I ordered a 5'6 pack rod version of the Presso for backpacking. Breaks down to 4 peices and weighs less than 2.5oz! I pack light.
if i needed a travel rod, i would pick that one as well. However compared to the 2 piece one - it is quite a bit stiffer..
Great review. I bought a BuCoo 7' MS (medium/soft)? action rod. Very fun fighting fish but missed too many bites swimming small jigs. Too limber to set the hook. Had to go back to my 7' light action Shakespeare micro series which I love and only cost $17. Can't find a 7' ultra-light with enough back bone.
Presso is not gona have much backbone... although i never really found I am missing fish with it. But go through my other reviews. You will find 7 footers with backbone. They are not always rated Ultra Light but I use them for crappie fishing... small crappie, and they still flex to the middle.. so I don't care about what the label says.
@@ifishcatfish Switched back to my light action and didn't miss as many bites but now realize the 2lb. test line that I used for the first time with the ultra-light rod and again with the light action has a lot of stretch which probably contributed to the problem. I appreciate your
attention to detail. Keep up the good work.
Do you prefer the two piece or 4 piece? Do you know if it has an effect on the action? Why do you feel that the Shakespeare Micro is a better rod than the Spinmatic? I was seriously looking at the Spinmatic since I read some comments online that the action is a bit faster. I currently have tons of cheap UL rods including the Shakespeare Micro 7'6" which I find a little too soft. Would the Presso be a bit stiffer in the 2 or 4 or would I need to go to a Spinmatic? Also, why did you opt with a 2500 size reel? I use a 1000 on the 7'6" Shakes micro because a 2000 felt HUGE. Thanks for the great review. The Presso is the most beautiful and looks the most like those high dollar JDM rods that troutmagnetman uses on his channel.
4 piece does not have good action. It is stiffer and the bend is not uniform. it is only for travel.
I have review on Shakespeare Micro as well, but my rod is LIGHT. Not UL. The UL is wobbly, but the LIGHT is not! The Spinmatic is extremely wobbly and out of control. Also guides are big and thick and clumsy. Presso is actually a better VALUE despite being more expensive.
Not all 2500 size reels are the same. If you have cheal old reels, i would agree with you, because they weigh like a rock, and u don't want them on your UL. But the daiwa LEGALIS LT that I use (and other LT daiwas) weigh 200 grams. This is probably the same or less than the cheap 1000 size that other people use. So weight is not an issue. However spool SIZE is an issue for ultralight rods, because we always cast super light lures. To cast super light lure you need BIG spool, so the line is not curly, and comes off with less resistance. So that's why I don't go lower than 2500, ever, on ultralights. I can cast a 1/64 trout magnet about 25 yards with no wind. There is no way u r doing that with a 1000 size reel.
those are some GREAT rods man 😅 ✌
Great review 👍. I mainly use 1/32oz jig for trout fishing, planed to buy diawa presso 8 feet, does it cast better than 7 feet? I have a 7 feet ugly stick, not very far as I can cast out little jig. Although you mentioned diawa presso is not good for jigging, do you have recommendations? Thanks
8 foot is too long but if u fish from the bank and u need the distance and the reach... go for it. Otherwise got a little shorter so it doesn't wobble on the cast. The 6'6 model is actualy OK for jigging. Shimano Sensilite is great for jigging, but not as good looking. My favorite jigging rod is the 6'6 2 piece Fenwick HMX. That rod is amazing value, high end guides on a cheap rod.
I have been enjoying your videos. Very informative. I recently purchased a daiwa legalis 2500 for a trout fishing trip. I tried to purchase the 6'6 presso to pair it with but can't find one. Any other suggestions for another rod that would be a good match? Something under $200.
My second favorite is Fenwick HMX, also reviewed. But these are all out of stock too. I have 3 of the models and want to get more. Shimano Sensilite doesn't look as nice and has cheap guides, but it has really really nice blank, and is easier to find in stock. Performance is really good, just never grabbed my heart because of looks. Bass pro shops has a red colored rod that is a 100% replacement of the old Browning Air Stream, which was amazing rod. However i can't stand red color. But if it doesn't bother you go look it up, it costs only $60 and is good for both jigging and float fishing. But if u ever find a daiwa presso 6'6 make sure you buy it. I have several JDM rods and that rod feels just as good as any of my $300 rods.
@@ifishcatfish
Thanks for the advice. I'll look at those rods. I had a presso ordered but it's stuck in a warehouse that has been closed for covid. They are practically impossible to find..
Have you ever tried the Daiwa Spinmatic rod? I have both the 7'6" versions of Spinmatic and Presso and cannot really tell the difference in action. Mind you I haven't fished the Presso yet. Just curious. I think I am more of a backbone type. Wish I could find that 9' version.
9' is too stiff. Dont go more than 8.
And yes, the two rods are VERY different. The spinmatic has worse everything. INferior blank, inferior guides, inferior handle, and its ugly. I do not recommend that rod
Nice review.
What's the brand of the third rod from the top? Thanks!
bass pro shops Browning Air Stream, that was discontinued. Got it for $40 and is actually one of my favorite rods. But won't be reviewing it because it is discontinued and whats the point...
You're missing my favorite UL rod Daiwa Spinmatic 8ft. Bought it with a Laguna 500 but was a horrible reel that's when I noticed Daiwa does not have many 500 size reels, but once I paired it with my Legalis 1000lt my favorite set up UL all time.
I have played with that rod... To be honest with you, the Shakespeare Micro is a better rod, lighter, more sensitive, more fun. But Legalis is the best finesse reel on the planet.
Thanks for the review. I ordered the 6’6” version today. What size/kind of line would you recommend? I will be using the rod for bluegill,crappie we also have big bass in our lake as well.
if you can handle braid, daiwa j-braid grand, 8 pound, moss green.
If you can't handle braid (knots can drive u nuts) just get the 4 pound SOS mono. Very reliable and good color.
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@@ifishcatfish Thanks for the quick reply! If using the braid, a leader is recommended?
not with this particular color. Moss green is very invisible in algae stained water, which mine is all summer. If u fish very clear water u can put leader but even then u don't have to. I see people fish for crappie with high-viz line and no leader. This is a low viz line and the color is very natural - looks like weeds.. You should get both lines i recommended and use both. The mono will cast better when its windy. Braid is hard to cast in the wind and gets tangled all the time..
if you are going to use leader on top of the braid, you might as well go with 10 pound braid - better for bass and accidental catfish. Also the 10 pound is on sales, while the 8 pound is not :)
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Nice looking rod especially for trout
oh yeah, for trout this is the only good one from the bunch. The rest are too stiff
Nice review, I like the fact that you give attention to details it gives nice idea about the rod.
I tried to find differences between 4piece vs 2piece or review about Daiwa Presso 7' 4 piece but I could't find anything. I'm interested in 4piece because where I'm from I can not buy Presso and 4 piece is the only way to transport it.
I would fish with Rapala SR 5 or CD5, butterfly spinners 1.2.3 for European Chubb on a medium fast river that requires long casting and reaching some places so Chubb can not see me.
Is Daiwa Presso good choice for that kind o fishing? Thank you
No. Blank is too soft for long distance. It is also too sof for lures with big water resistance. It is also too soft for chub over 1 pound. I dont think u want ultralight rod for that kind of foshing
@@ifishcatfish Thank you! I thought so, however after I saw your video with Muskey I thought it could be possible. Thanks!
If you know what you are doing, and use the drag to reduce pressure on the rod, u can pull any fish with it. That doesn't mean that I would target musky with this rod. Watch my video 'Crappie fishing with the Daiwa Presso Combo' . You can see how much the rod bends from tiny fish. If u use it with lures with resistance, the tip will be bent the whole time of retrieve
@@ifishcatfish Actually bending tip while driving the lure was my biggest concern. Maybe I'll start UL after all but it would be better to collect some info from the water that I'm planning to fish on. Thank you
@@ifishcatfish Actually bending tip while driving the lure was my biggest concern. Maybe I'll start UL after all but it would be better to collect some info from the water that I'm planning to fish on. Thank you
Hi, Thanks for the video!
I want to order a Presso TR for inshore Mediterranean fishing. For both jigging and jerkbait. Would you recommend me the 6.6ft or the 7ft?
i dont know the TR model. Also, please watch the whole review to see if you order this for jigging or jerking.. there are better rods for that. Also it is kind of soft for salt water..
@@ifishcatfish thanks for your answer. I have the Medium-Light Ardito that i use for small jigging, but too stiff to throw the smallest X-rap jerkbait.. This is why i was considering the Presso.
Have you ever used any of the presso pack rods? I see that you fish mostly from a boat, but I'm a poor person and want a compact option for camping/hiking
I have not touched them, but they have the same nice components. Go for it - i say. The blank will be a little bit stiffer though, because of all the connections where the rod can't flex.
Great review, u just saved me from buying this rod as I would have been using it for jigging, spinner fishing and twitch baits, but it’s way too whippy for those applications. I wish Diawa used the same handle on a more fast action rod. Thanks.
check shimano sensilite. Very light and very good jiggin rod, but not as pretty
What kind of material are the Minima guides made of? Black coated stainless steel? Asking because I have had grooving issues with the steel guides on the Shakespeare micro series. Thanks in advance
www.mudhole.com/Single-Foot-Minima-Guides-Model-SV?quantity=1&custcol_guide_frame=5
they have titanium and stainless. The rod is very light and they might be titanium, but its really hard to tell without taking off one of the guides. Either way i bought a full set of spare titanium guides, because i have a lot of rods with those guides, and if I see grooving anywhere, i will be replacing with titanium minima guides. They are very thin and very light and very sensitive and worth the money. Also look stock. I honestly don't have grooving on any of my rods though. I use mostly mono lines though
@@ifishcatfish Interesting. I’ve only been using mono so far, and during the course of a year I have had guides grooving on a Shakespeare Micro Series and three Ugly Stiks. Using 4lb and 10lb respectively, on stainless steel guides. Maybe the water I’m fishing in has a lot of particles or there is grit on the guides. Do you clean/rinse your guides/line after fishing to reduce abrasion?
I'm a year late in discovering this review. As with your other reviews it is detailed and very helpful. I live in Japan and found that the Presso line of Daiwa rods start from about $200 and go up to over $700, so I assume that this version of the Presso is just for markets outside of Japan. For $70 the Daiwa line up consists of the Trout X series and for $100 there is the Iprimi line. Both of these appear (just from Amazon photos) to have a similar design to the US Presso, at least the handle stock is a similar size and shape, though not made out of cork. The Iprimi has stainless steel guides called "Oar SIC/KGuide" (オールSiC／Kガイド) and the rod blank has a carbon tape in an X braided design that is supposed to reduce twisting in the blank. I'm curious to know what your initial thoughts on the Iprimi line up, just from the following pictures. Might it be an equivalent or a step up or down from the US Presso? Thanks for your reviews! Here's the page with the pictures: www.daiwa.com/jp/fishing/item/rod/trout_rd/iprimi/index.html
I have seen those rods and I like the looks. They will pair great with my daiwa presso reel. But unfortunately I know nothing about them. Buy one and email me picture of the test curve, as shown in my videos. Then maybe i will buy one.
@@ifishcatfish Yes, I need to do the test the curve to see how it compares. Most are 2 piece rods and the longest is a 66 so that is the one I most likely would buy. Thank you!
HI there thanks a lot for sharing this video. Question how would the 7ft (4 piece packable) presso ultralight compare to the 7ft ugly stik ultralight. In terms of stiffness?
Both are horrible, and neither is an ultralight rod. The 4 piece presso has NOTHING IN COMMON with the 2 piece. It is a super stiff stick, good only for bass fishing. Also I would not buy ANYTHING from Ugly Stick for ultralight fishing. Check my video on Shakespeare Micro Light rod if you are on a budget
@@ifishcatfish this is excellent thankyou, also for the fast reply, keep up the great work
Very nice review, thank you. I am looking for a casting rod like your daiwa presso 9'. I would get the presso but I have casting reel. Do you have any recommendations? Thanks in advance.
i don't even know any 9' casting rods.. I have very few casting rods and they are all catfish stuff..
Thanks for this review! I'm trying to find a 7' Presso UL but they seem to be out of stock everywhere. Have they discontinued these? Thank you.
no, they haven't. Just everyone wants to buy this rod ever since i made this review.
but u can still find them. U have to keep trying. They bring more every month
Thanks!- do you prefer the 4pc or 2pc version of theis rod? looking at 6'6" or 7'. Thanks
@@ifishcatfish
@@edrose4583 there is no 4 piece version of this rod. There is a different rod that is 4 pieces but that is a travel BASS rod, completely different product, very stiff not for panfish
Ahhh, thanks - I saw the 4 pc labeled Presso and presumed it was the travel version of this rod. Will wait for the 2 pc or look at the new Sensilite.
@@ifishcatfish
Have you ever tried the Okuma celilo ultra lite rod? And reviews on it etc. Thanks!
No. I was thinking of buying it but decided against it. Whats the point. Another IM6 blank with stainless guides with aluminum oxide inserts. These are all the same. They are very durable, but heavy and not sensitive.
would you say this is better than the TFO trout-panfish?
It is lighter than the TFO for sure, if weight is important for you. It also comes in longer models for float fishing and the TFO doesn't come in long models. Also TFO has some models that are very wobbly and wimpy and are worse than this rod.
But, with all of this said, if we compare 6'6 vs 6'6, and we use the good models of the TFO, then they are just as good i would say. But only in this case and even in this case the TFO is much more expensive
@@ifishcatfish thank you sir. do you have any experience with shorter rods (6 foot and below)? i'm trying to buy a 2-piece short rod so i can go backpacking to small creeks without too much trouble
I have a video called Ultralight Rod Buying guide. I have there my recommended rods for every type of fishing and every price range..
I saw you commented on Amazon compared between the 4 pieces Presto vs 2 pieces! Which stated the 4 pieces have more backbone and not bend much.So,Which one is it on the video? I plan to buy this rod for small size farm trout fishing with lures . Thanks You
can't u tell from the video? : ) This is the 2 piece. The 2 piece is an Ultralight rod. The 4 piece is not. The 4 piece is medium power.. MUCH MUCH stiffer
I am looking for a longer conventional spinning rod for fishing brush piles. My current favorite is the Procyon 7' 9". Would the 9 or 11 in this series be good?
This is a rid made for playing a fish and enjoying playing the fish. Its not for yanking fish out of the water. I know what u people use and i dont think u will like this
How do you think the 6’6” or 6’ presso would do for ultra light fishing for smallmouth bass in small creeks and rivers? I occasionally catch 15-18” smallmouth in the creeks I fish.
th 6'0 is out of the question. Way too wimpy for creeks. The 6'6 would take a lot of work but if u have good line and don't get snagged u will land it. I have a video of landing a big carp with the 7'0. Not snagged - he ate a trout magnet.... Long fight but landed him with 3 lb line. Also landed a 40" musky with the 8 footer, but that was 6 lb line and that musky had no chance. I have the full video of both fights on my channel if u curious. Bass on the 6'6 will be the same. Take some time but will land it
@@ifishcatfish what do you recommend for an ultra light eod that will be perfect for stream smallmouth? In southern ky we catch a lot of rock bass and stuff in the creek too so real light action keeps it fun.
Is the recovery on the 9ft presso the same? Don't have anywhere I can take a look in person. I was thinking of getting one for drifting spoons & jigs (casting into river current, not really reeling & popping up when it hits bottom). Would it be fine for that or still too slow?
the 9 foot has a stiffer blank that the 6 models below. Recovery is good but not sure if will be too stiff for you.
@@ifishcatfish Thanks for your help & the quick response! I will be using 1/8 oz jig & 1/4 oz spoons for trout. I have another ultralight for lighter lures. Was just worried about recovery but you answered my question.
Picking up my 6’6” presso today. I am struggling with which reel to get. Which reel do you recommend. Thinking about my first JDM in the 200-300$ range?
Just get a 1000 size exceller. No good reels at 200. U can get tatula with low gear ratio maybe. Shimano colors dont match this tod
hey, what size of the reel was used to that rod in the movie with musky? im wondering what size of legalis should i pick up to my DAM microflex 7ft 1-7g?
2500
Thank you for the nice review, I know it's old Vid, but I was interested in this Daiwa presso 8'-9' or another little expensive model (Shimano soare ss 22 S80UL-S) rated 0.4-8G (I do saltwater fishing). But I'm not sure if they can cast 1-2 gram lure\jighead. I have Lineaffee Forward 7' 3-12G, that doesn't cast Crank bait 3g well. Therefor I'm looking for ultralight setup. Could you confirm if any of these rods will be good in casting that 1-2 grams. since cant find them in my country to test them. Thank you.
None of these are good for that. U need the 7'6 Tubular model of Soare, not the solid tip. I have a review with enough detail to make ur mind. These presso rods are for float fishing, they cannot cast anything very far and steel guides will rust right away
Hey @i_fish what would you suggest between 6’ 6” and 7’ presso UL for 10” stock rainbow trout from the local lake? Using it for bottom fishing with a Carolina rig from the shore/dock.
i would get the 7' for that. More distance and control during fight
Thanks! You’re the best!
i got a new rod the other day that is in your price range scale in this video.. it is the trout slayer series rod from lelands lures , it is 6' 6" , ultra light , fast action , 2-6 lb. line , 1/64 -1/8 oz. lures , 2 piece. i ordered it from trout magnet.com....49.95 $....it feels like a good rod for blue-gill , which is what i like to fish for mostly ... i have not had a chance to fish with it yet. but it may be a rod that you would like to try out .......there is also another almost in the price scale range rod i would like to try , the temple fork outfitters trout and panfish rod , ultra light , moderate fast rod ..........it is great to watch you review these ultra light rods and reels , i have only begun ultra light fishing about 6 months ago , so all the information is appreciated !.
iknow about that rod. I asked them to provide me one for a review, but they did not reply. The problem is that i have no more money for tackle this year... I already spent more than i should have... my wife doesn't work and I just can't afford to keep buying everything. Hopefully they respond. Feel free to send me yours for a few weeks.. : )
@@ifishcatfish i know what you mean , i am retired and can only buy one new piece of fishing gear per month...but i am planning on trying to get the temple fork rod at the end of august , and if i do get it i can send the trout slayer to you and let you try it out for a few weeks. it would be fun to watch your review of it..........
Question about casting on the presso rods, I've got a 7' 13 fishing defy silver paired with a daiwa legalis 3000 and .07mm braid, I get about 60' distance with a 1/16th ounce jig, will I get more distance with a 8 or 9 foot presso? I've been eyeing the presso rods for a bit now. I live in Central Texas and fish for crappie/white bass from the bank and from a boat.
This is not a rod for long distance. It is for playing fish and enjoying fishing
@@ifishcatfish understood. Is there a rod you would recommend for more distance? From a boat distance casting isn't an issue, but one of the creeks I fish there is only access from one side and several times I've fished it the opposite bank was loaded with crappie but had trouble getting to them.
no, sorry, i have no experience with long rods. Also in this price range u r not gona find rods that are that good in casting..
what is the percentage of the line strength you set your drag too?
i use 20-25% (example 1.5 to 2pound drag on a 8pound line) is that correct?
I am not scientific about it. I like to hear the drag start just starting to slip during the hookset. This gives me confidence that the drag is ready to give if the fish makes a run. That holds for all species, not just ultralight. I have never measured it tho. I have a drag checker but i just dont care what it is as long as i hear it slip on the hookset.
@@ifishcatfish thank you for your awnser!
Have you tried the 11ft version? Or whats the longest version you tried. Im a bank fisherman and thinking of the 11ft one to get most distance and ability to set the hook with float from shore
even 9 foot becomes a broom. I recommend only 6 to 8 foot
Do you like the 4 piece travel Presso? How does it compare to one piece in terms of power/action? Seems the 5’6” model is still available online for around $80. Definitely best looking ultralight rod I’ve seen…
no, i hate it, its a bass rod, not sure who gave it ultralight rating
The UL handled the bigga fish with no problem....I liked the cork handles they have a lot of old school charm to them!!
Hello , Would you recommend this for launching 1/8 kastmaster for stocked trout long distance ?. Im looking for long distance ultra light rod.
no, definitely not. You are gona need something Light power, not UL. Maybe the shakespeare micro light in 7' L
Best size spinning reel of rod power Light?
You should try a lamiglas x-11 . Best ultra light rod for under $60 .
I have been using it for many years all over wa, or and Id .
is that available? Link?
It appears the Daiwa Presso rod has been discontinued as I can’t find it online. Do you know where I can get this rod? Do you plan to make a 2021 rod update review?
Yes I do. I hear Europe started getting inventories of this rod. Hopefully they come to United States. Everything is out of stock these days
the light tackle also be great for walleye
definitely
Hi there😀. Would love a review of the 11’ Diawa Presso rod please,,, please,,,please 😄
The longer the rods the more stiff they become. I have the 9’ and its pretty stiff. I have a video from the fall catching carp with the 9’ presso. Go check that video to see the action of the rod. Handled tje carp pretty good.
I'm new to this ultra light rod stuff but on your request I been looking at your videos I just bought 2 7ft6 daiwa presso rods I stay in Louisiana the crappie are big I hope these rods can hold up I also bought 2 daiwa legalis 2500 I do a lot of slip floats for crappie what braided line u recommend
i hate braided line. Just get 5 or 6 lb monofilament, but look at diameter in mm. Keep the diameter up to 0.16mm. Maybe 0.18mm tops. Also i wish you bought one legalis 1000 and one legalis 2500. Why both of them big? I like big too, but small is also good.
@@ifishcatfish I guess I miss understand your video I thought u said the 2500 is almost like the 1000 size comparison but I'll take one back to bass pro shop today and get 1 1000 size
@@jorjor362 the video says 2000 is same as 1000. Check again. 2500 is much bigger
@@ifishcatfish lol u right I'm taking one back to get the 1000 😆
@@ifishcatfish can u recommend the mono u use sir I'm going with 6lbs
I_fish have you ever tried or heard of the Okuma celilo ultra light or the BnM sam heaton Super sensitive rod for crappie fishing? I'm fishing from shore and with a bobber. I need something that can feel the bite under the float. I think I've been missing the fish because i'm using a medium light 10' rod and looking to get one that is sensitive to feel that initial bite.
you are not going to FEEL a bite, when fishing with a float. You can only see it. Also, this here is the best float rod that I know
@@ifishcatfish hmmm..? My buddy says he can feel a light bite "tick" with his celilo when it gets dark and cannot see the bobber. He's using a styrofoarm bobber from wallmart with a 1/16th jighead. I'll have to see for myself when the rod gets here. Thanks for the reply.
What brand name substance do you use to seal the cork on your rod handles?
oil based polyurethane
I watched your ACC crappie stick review and saw weights of your rods in grams, but didn't see the presso 9 foot. How many grams is the 9 foot presso?
i dont know but it will probably be the lightest 9 foot rod u can find in united states. I was looking at buying a new $300 Shimano 8'6 rod and it weighed the same as my 8 foot presso. I am forgetting the weights right now but its a super light rod
@@ifishcatfish thanks 👍
I bought the Daiwa Presso 7 ft l wanted to know what did you put the the cork handle to seal it ?
please search my channel for 'how to seal'
I have them Daiwa presso Rods and I am thinking about buying one or two ACC Crappie Sticks like 8’ 6’6” 7’6” how can you compare these two rods which one is better one are they the same action ACC or the Daiwa
I have a detailed review of the ACC. Be sure to check it out. Its all there..
How strong is this daiwa presso? I just bought one and haven’t used it. It is 6’ and I put daiwa bg 2000 on with 10lbs. Kind of notice that the tip of it is kind of flexing and soft.
vsonic86 ummm.. have u owned ultralight before? The tip has to be flexy. If u know what u r doing u can catch anything with it. Watch my video w 40” muskie with it
You said this rod is no good for jigging, but in the muskie video you said it was the 8ft with a trout magnet. And this is exactly the size and what I want to use it for, Is this a bad idea?
In that case the trout magnet was under a float. Its different. I jerk it from time to time. U can absolutely do that with the presso. But if u try fine micro jigging without float, then u cant do high frequency twitches like with sensilite for example, because the rod wobbles in the middle. Hope thats more clear
@@ifishcatfish thank you, saved me a lot of frustration and wasted money.
What’s your number one pick for medium/light rods in 6’6”? Thanks
Fenwick HMX. They have 1 piece and 2 piece models, and the 1 piece are a little stiffer. I think the 1 piece is a true ML, and the 2 piece is more like Light power
Thank you I will look into that rod.
Are these Presso rods you are speaking about all one piece? Have you reviewed their travel rods?
they are 2 piece. The travel version (4 piece) is no good.
@@ifishcatfish Thank you for that advice.
Another noob question. You say this rod isn't greatest at jigging, is that vertical jigging, or casting a jig and retrieving? I would be doing the latter mostly, I'm confused about the way people refer to jigging in several ways. Thanks!
well the tip is not very sharp. It will wobble just a little bit. When people jig they usually twitch the tip to give action to the lure. Its not the best for that. Also the 6'6 is as easy to find as a unicorn
@@ifishcatfish ah ok, I get it. Yeah, thought I had one and then got a backordered email...so I picked up a micro lite for the meantime, thanks again!
What do you use to seal your cork handles?
www.amazon.com/gp/product/B075VC6JZS/ref=ox_sc_saved_title_1?smid=A2OXXU5OVJ3JWI&psc=1
but sometimes simple polyurethane.
I use a Presso 6'6" UL with a 1000 Legalis LT. It's a decent budget setup for crappie.
I use exact same setup but with Legalis 2500 and I think it's the best setup for crappie, not just a budget. But I am curious if u have better setups. Always looking for something better. What would u buy with more money?
@@ifishcatfish I mainly fish saltwater. The Presso setup was something I put together for under a $100 to go Crappie fishing in Lake Conroe, Tx when I can't get to the coast. I'd be interested in trying some of the "finesse" setups that I keep seeing from the Asian market.
i go to the fishing shows and spend a lot of time playing with tackle, and of course own a lot myself. I don't know of a better rod than daiwa presso. Everything else feels like an ugly stick compared to the daiwa presso. Maybe some exotic $300 rod will be better, but nothing mainstream. From what i've seen of course, and i'm sure there is pleynty i haven't seen - that's why i was asking. Similar story with Legalis LT. I have shimano Exsence Ci4+ (u can find the review on my channel), daiwa theory, Stradic Ci4+, and none of these reels feel better than the Legalis LT. They are waterproof and magsealed and have a lot of bearings, but the Legalis is just as smooth and has the same super low resistance to free spinning. You got a jackpot when u were selecting your gear.
Some ultralight rod are a " Strange adventure " to balance. What should we do when a " Pseudo " ultralight rod need a 3000 size reel to be ok ?
which rod is that? i do fish some rods with 2500 size reels, which is same as 3000
@@ifishcatfish It's a "Pseudo " ultralight from St.croix 6 foot 6 2 section. I never seen a thing like this. If you check only the rod you will find the balance about 6 inch from the cork. No way to balance that with a stella 1000 or 2500. So recently i buy the " Heavy " procyon al 2500 ( 8.3 oz ) and same with that we find the balance about 3 inch from the end of the cork. And already with the procyon al 2500 i don't feel ultralight anymore. I have another 6 foot 6 from St.croix here and that one balance easily with a stella 1000 and it's not even an ultralight.
I evaluate it will take at least 9 or 10 oz reel to balance that rod.
you can buy a 1000 size reel and simply glue two quarters to the butt of the rod. I guarantee it will drastically change the balance of the rod. And u will literally have a steel butt. Steel and some copper and zinc. Because you add the weight all the way at the back of the rod, you need very little weight to counter balance the tip. Maybe even one quarter will be enough. However in my opinion a rod feels best when it is slightly tip heavy.
@@ifishcatfish Thank you very much.
I’ve thought about buying one I can’t find any of them on amazon except a 4’6 I need a 6’6 2 piece
6’6 two piece is the best one of them all. But sold out everywhere. Dont know if its mynreview or the stupid virus.
www.ebay.com/itm/254837589614
what do you use to seal a cork handle?...thanks
search my channel for 'How To'. I made a video for sealing cork handles
Get your hands on some Japanese blanks.
Majorcraft GO Emotion GES-662UL 6’6” Ultralight two piece (Jigging Rod) hands down one of my favorite jigging rods, enough backbone for larger fish. Recovery time is excellent, unbelievably light. Pair it with a 1000 size Tatula LT and jaw drop.
Majorcraft Benkei BIS-S65L SFS Solid Tip (Jigging Rod) my fishing buddies favorite jigging rod, very very light, great jig control.
St Croix Panfish Elite 6’4” extra fast (just received, need testing but intended for jigging). I previously ordered the 7 ft extra but the recovery was not very good, this size is perfect.
Kuying Teton UL 1.92 Meter, the one with the better looking handle (On order, waiting delivery, intended for jigging)
Falcon Slab 7ft (Bobber/Float rod) I’ve jigged with this rod but it needs to be held at an almost 90 degrees to get the action you want, but for a bobber setup, it’s amazing.
My first jigging rod was the GLoomis NRX 6’8” extra fast, probably still my favorite rod, light enough, very strong and very comfortable. But since then, I’ve let my curiosity kill me.
Other rods include GLoomis Conquest 7ft (all around). GLoomis IMX-Pro 6’9” jerkbait rod spinning. GLoomis E6X, etc
I just ordered the Legalis LT from your recommendation BUT I got the Japanese version that has a shallow spool AND slower gear ratio (5.2). I can’t really tell from pictures but I also think there’s no purple color on reel, black replaces it, or at least I hope.
I’ll stop going on for now, but I have a lot of Japanese reels I could recommend you try.
Shallow spool and lower gear ratio is also what i recommend everywhere so u definitely got yourself amazing ultralight reel.
I played with the St. Croix panfish rod many times and never liked it. The first half is super stiff, but the tip is super slow. No good for jigging and that handle... maybe I would get used to it with time but i did not like the handle.
Thanks for the recommendations, i will check them all out and will definitely buy at least one. I have never even heard of those (except Gloomis). What is a good place to buy these?
@@ifishcatfish
For the rods, it requires hunting of sorts. I get Majorcrafts from one of these 2 places.
www.plat.co.jp/
or
ebay.com
as for the Kuying Teton,
Have to go to aliexpress,
www.aliexpress.com/item/1-9m-Ultra-light-Casting-Spinning-UL-Teton-Lure-Fishing-Rod-with-FUJI-parts/32615757813.html#
For reels, definitely go to
www.digitaka.com
Also found a gem on Amazon, if you're into Shimano reels. The Sedona C2000S, it's not the greatest, but man, I love it! This is coming from a guy who fishes Daiwa Luvias and Shimano Soare Ci4+.
www.amazon.com/gp/product/B06XKWYTWB/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o05__o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Hope this helps!
Alex L Great recommendations. Definitely going to grab up a JDM rod
Present JK FISHING EXTREME.
Where to buy a DAIWA PRESSO ROD...???
i also want to buy.
i'm not sure, after all these years... I do see them sometimes but they disappear right away
Does it come with one piece version or only two pieces?
only 2 piece. If they had only 1 piece, i would immediately buy it. That said, I never disassemble by 2 piece rods. They fit in the car, and the fit in the boat. 7' is perfect. The bend of the blank on the 7' is amazing, virtually do difference from 1 piece blank action.
They also make a 4 piece
They come in one piece, but only in the 4' and 5' models.
what reel do you like with this rod?
For 6'0 and 6'6 best is Legalis LT 1000, For 7.0, 7.6 and 8.0 you can go Legalist LT 2500D or Regal LT 2000D
What cork seal do you use?
i have several. I have a video explaining how i seal them. One of my most popular videos - check it out
What do u seal tour cork with?
search for video 'How To Seal' on my channel
Will the 6ft work with a 1000 size shimano
i don't recommend that. The 6' is much softer than the 6'6. I would not go shorter than the 6'6 because it is already super soft.
As for reels, going 1000 size is not a good idea. The line is curly and u can't cast far because of the tiny spool and u get tons of line twist. The best size is 2500, but if u want to go small go 2000. The best match for that rod is Legalist LT 2000. But the 6'6 with Legalis LT 2000 and u will be amazed
they color match very nice too
Do you use 1 or 2 piece rods?
1, if possible, but if the rod is expensive, 2 piece is not a big deal. But cheap rods with 2 piece is usually not ok for action
Great thank. I see that presso comes in 2 pieces for most lengths and wondered how they perform
Where you buy your Daiwa Presso from?
that was may summers ago. After this review became popular, the rod became out of stock everywhere. When i bought it it was 50 bucks on amazon and every other tackle vendor
@@ifishcatfish Yea, I was looking around for the 6'6 version of Presso and no where has it in stock. Yea you might be responsible for them selling out. Daiwa should send you a check for the promotion. Hopefully it's not discontinued.
What's the rod that's 5th from the top?
Daiwa presso is 5th from the top. If u r asking about the green one, thats ACC Crappie Stix. I have review on it, in my rod reviews playlist
@@ifishcatfish what about 3rd from the top
Browning Air Stream. Discontinued.
What kind of cork sealer do you use?
this: www.amazon.com/U-INC-U-40-Sealant/dp/B075VC6JZS
and this: www.amazon.com/Minwax-Water-Based-Semi-Gloss-Polyurethane/dp/B00945DPL8/ref=sr_1_10?s=hi&ie=UTF8&qid=1549771045&sr=1-10&keywords=polyurethane+sealant+semi+gloss
Both will keep the filler from falling off. But the feel and look is different. The first feels better but the second looks better
Norseman rods esp..... best ultralight rod made. Your welcome.
they look interesting. You should mail me one for 2 weeks to review..
When you bring that ''floating office'' down here. They're called 'speckled perch''.....or go west to the GREATEST FISHING STATE, Louisiana, they're ''Sacalait'' probably some of the finest ''Crappie'' fishing in the USA. NO STUDIO? GET OUTA HERE 🏃♂️🏃♂️🏃♂️🏃♂️🏃♂️ 4 ounces?? I could catch big 25 lb. REDFISH on that, then! I'd want that to double over with 1oz. Yer talkin' paper mouth!. I remember that guy who had to come over snooping.🤓🤓
the rod flexes real deep when boat flipping crappie. During the fight... bluegill flex it deeper. I tried the softer ones and they become too soft for me.. and too wobbly. I think you would like the paper office. I think u would. Everything is minimal and out of the way, nothing on the floor, and NOTHING between my seat and the fishing rods. Come to Chicago and i will take u carp fishing and will get u tired.
@@ifishcatfish I don't go north of Georgia....they won't allow me. hahahaa I've caught so many Carp growing up I could sink a boat. My cousin and I would get bored and go down to 4 pound test, to make it fun. (we made chum from fermented horse corn in Mason jars) Worked like Kat-Nip, at the lake we fished along a dam with giant boulders.
All things Ugly Stik !
i remember i saw u two years ago. Were u that annoying guy who knew everything about the hooks?
@@ifishcatfish
Don’t know. Maybe. I’m relatively smart so maybe ! Lol
Not that I remember though !
The Presso are very poor rods. They break to readly in the TIP, 3 guide, I have had two and the same issue. Not any more. JUST SAY NO.
User error for sure. Do u transport them in the bed of ur puckup truck? Check my channel for monster caught on these rods. Huge carp, buffalo, 40” musky, 20 lb flathead and hindreds of channel catfish. U are doing something VERY VERY wrong
Rod is total garbage. Went through my second one tonight. Busted. First was the tip. On a pumpkinseed!!! The second was on a 5lb channel cat. Do not!!! I repeat. Do not get this rod. Absolute garbage
I think u need an ugly stick, buddy. Carbon rods do not take abuse. Don’t waste ur money on high carbon rods
i_fish i have had a st croix ultralight i have been using for years. Never had a problem with it