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Cure for the Dreaded Backlash!

by JD on December 29, 2009

Okay, so if you’ve ever fished with a baitcaster…you have, undoubtedly, been on the receiving end of the dreaded backlash (rat’s nest, professional override or Cluster Foogazi). So, what to do?

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Shimano CORE 101 MG

by JD on May 6, 2008

shimano coreShimano’s new Core 101 MG baitcaster reel is amazingly light. But how did it fare when put to the test? Read on!
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Hey J.D. — I enjoyed your writing about fishing for coho in Cordova, Alaska. One question I have – what rod & reel do you suggest for that fishing?
– David M.

David, I ran a GLoomis STR1165C and my buddy fished a STR 1025C. Both worked great. As far as reels, go, the new Shimano Curado 301 is sweeeeeeet!

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