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12-06-2006, 12:03 PM
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Been many moons
Join Date: Oct 2006
Location: Aquidneck Island
Posts: 400
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Originally Posted by Bassturbed
That is laughable. Say that with some conviction after you've had a VS literally fall apart in your hands while you have a fish on. Happened to me on more than one occasion (VS 150B, VS 300G).
IMO the drag system needs to be improved. Herky jerky.
Also, have you taken a close look at the line-winding on your VS spool? See the belly? So much for reliability.
If you want simplicity and reliability, you can get a whole lot more bang for your buck with a Penn 706Z.
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And the reel wars begin....
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Originally Posted by Bassturbed
if you're not gonna dunk the reel there's no point in getting a VS.
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So if you do dunk your reel....Your still advising against buying a VS? |
Standing on the water, casting your bread
While the eyes of the idol with the iron head are glowing
Distant ships sailing into the mist
You were born with a snake in both of your fists while a hurricane was blowing
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12-06-2006, 12:08 PM
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Soggy Bottom Boy
Join Date: Jan 2004
Location: Billerica, Ma.
Posts: 7,260
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If you want the reel and you feel good about using it, you get a positive feeling when having it, bottom line if you can afford it then go for it, it's all about the joy of being out there and what makes you feel good. it is a piece of equipment I wouldn't fish with out. who cares what anyone opinions are
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Surfcasting Full Throttle
Don't judge me Monkey 
Recreational Surfcaster 99.9% C&R
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12-06-2006, 12:11 PM
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Soggy Bottom Boy
Join Date: Jan 2004
Location: Billerica, Ma.
Posts: 7,260
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Oh and compared to a penn z series, The VS is like a virgin, and the penn is a sloppy whore on payday
Last edited by tattoobob; 12-06-2006 at 08:55 PM..
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Surfcasting Full Throttle
Don't judge me Monkey
Recreational Surfcaster 99.9% C&R
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12-06-2006, 12:17 PM
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President - S-B Chapter - Kelly Clarkson Fan Club
Join Date: May 2005
Location: Rowley
Posts: 3,781
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We have these reel wars all the time. Is it worth it? Isn't it worth it?
Too much money? blaha blah blah...
I think we should all admit that a VS is a Surfcasting status symbol, even if that is just for yourself and your own enjoyment.
The high-end will always have a market because people like to think they have the best thing available. simple as that.
Bob's right, who cares if it is worth the money or whatever the hell we want to argue about, if you like it, go for it, it is what it is.
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12-06-2006, 12:15 PM
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Wipe My Bottom
Join Date: Sep 2006
Posts: 1,911
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Quote:
Originally Posted by ChiefLinesider
And the reel wars begin....
So if you do dunk your reel....Your still advising against buying a VS?
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No, I did not say that.
I am saying that while the VS reel is amongst a handful of reels that are suited to a particular application (really wet fishing), it is far from perfect and has a number of features that need to be improved to justify a $700 initial investment. |
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