RISSA reviews

[Fishoholic]

Originally Posted by nightfighter

I'm not going to make it down.... No dough, can't go.
What caught your interest?
Anyone see the Release reels? I'm waiting to see their lefties. Look and feel slick! Made in USA, which is important to me as well.

those Release reels look like great little boat reels. Lifetime warranty and built in the USA... 2 of my favorite things. I was also told they are coming out with a ball handle. I wasn't a fan of the T. Comfortable,, but hideous

[lamimann1212]

was told bye 4 people today that the century cant handle the canal 9 rods broken from 4 guys.

[lamimann1212]

anyone fishing cts in the canal?? how is it holding up???

[Fishoholic]

who is this Dante??

Or Capt Norm Isaacs? Nice spread ya got going...

[lamimann1212]

Originally Posted by Fishoholic

who is this Dante??

Or Capt Norm Isaacs? Nice spread ya got going...

???? huh who re those 2 ??

[iamskippy]

Originally Posted by lamimann1212

was told bye 4 people today that the century cant handle the canal 9 rods broken from 4 guys.

Only when they run down the rocks and try to pole vault to the blitz on the other side, or snag a tree behind you in full cast

I have a 1327 & 1328 never came close to having issues.
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[fishbones]

Originally Posted by iamskippy

Only when they run down the rocks and try to pole vault to the blitz on the other side, or snag a tree behind you in full cast

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That's not entirely true. I've seen 2 break under what would be considered normal fishing conditions.
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[iamskippy]

Originally Posted by fishbones

That's not entirely true. I've seen 2 break under what would be considered normal fishing conditions.
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Normal for who? An olympic pole vaulter? The only one i head of breaking was someone didnt have the top push down all the way(user error)
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[GregW]

Originally Posted by iamskippy

Only when they run down the rocks and try to pole vault to the blitz on the other side, or snag a tree behind you in full cast

I have a 1327 & 1328 never came close to having issues.
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Look, I've had completely enough of this . I'm tired of you continually spreading these things you heard. Were you there? No, you go off heresay of some one else who also was not there.

John was with me both times. He saw it both times. No one else who claims they know was there. The first time one snapped it was throwing a 2 oz pencil. There were no bushes, no trees involved no nothing. A simple cast and the rod exploded. From everyone I have talked to this happens with new rods. No biggie I accepted it and we fixed it and moved on.

The second time wasn't even at the Canal so I find it amazing that you say it was during a pole vault at the Canal. It just shows the credibility of your sources. I never even asked them to warranty it. I asked if they could help me with a price on a replacement. I don't think a rod should break from being dropped at waist level, but I accepted the fact I broke it and was originally going to replace it with another Century.

The real reason I will never buy another rod, is somewhere along the way some sleazeball claimed that they wouldn't help me because I gave Dave a hard time and swore at him, etc.. I would love whoever in the Century camp that made this up to step forward and stop acting cowardly. Be a man for once in your life.
I'll gladly post the conversation I had with Dave, and I'd really like him to respond. I find it disgusting that I have to defend myself over one of their rods breaking, when I was honest and upfront about it the whole time.

I find it incredible that you have these assumptions but have never bothered to stop and speak with me about them. We've fished together numerous times.


Anyone that knows me, knows that I value honesty and doing the right thing. I lived these values through the years I honorably served this country. I was honest and up front about everything and in response I have been bad mouthed by the Century (or fan boys of Century) people.

[iamskippy]

Originally Posted by GregW

Look, I've had completely enough of this . I'm tired of you continually spreading these things you heard. Were you there? No, you go off heresay of some one else who also was not there.

John was with me both times. He saw it both times. No one else who claims they know was there. The first time one snapped it was throwing a 2 oz pencil. There were no bushes, no trees involved no nothing. A simple cast and the rod exploded. From everyone I have talked to this happens with new rods. No biggie I accepted it and we fixed it and moved on.

The second time wasn't even at the Canal so I find it amazing that you say it was during a pole vault at the Canal. It just shows the credibility of your sources. I never even asked them to warranty it. I asked if they could help me with a price on a replacement. I don't think a rod should break from being dropped at waist level, but I accepted the fact I broke it and was originally going to replace it with another Century.

The real reason I will never buy another rod, is somewhere along the way some sleazeball claimed that they wouldn't help me because I gave Dave a hard time and swore at him, etc.. I would love whoever in the Century camp that made this up to step forward and stop acting cowardly. Be a man for once in your life.
I'll gladly post the conversation I had with Dave, and I'd really like him to respond. I find it disgusting that I have to defend myself over one of their rods breaking, when I was honest and upfront about it the whole time.

I find it incredible that you have these assumptions but have never bothered to stop and speak with me about them. We've fished together numerous times.


Anyone that knows me, knows that I value honesty and doing the right thing. I lived these values through the years I honorably served this country. I was honest and up front about everything and in response I have been bad mouthed by the Century (or fan boys of Century) people.

First off i wasnt calling you out, i would have said publicly greg tried to polevault over the ditch, but i didnt, so you drew your own assumptions.

Second off i am not spreading rumors, honestly i could not care any less to be honest.

Third off based upon your rant are feeling guilty about something?
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[makomania]

Scored some 228 magic swimmers for 50% off
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[Rob Rockcrawler]

Good show as always. I only spent 70 bucks which is a new record low for me. I guess it means i have enough crap to get me by for the year. I picked up a coupe plugs thats about it. Good to see some familiar faces, always a good time.

[fishbones]

Come on, Skip. Are you calling me a liar? I'm pretty sure you don't hear of every rod break that happens. And I didn't say anything about the canal or "pole vaulting" with it.
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[iamskippy]

Originally Posted by fishbones

Come on, Skip. Are you calling me a liar? I'm pretty sure you don't hear of every rod break that happens. And I didn't say anything about the canal or "pole vaulting" with it.
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Would never call you a lier JZ, you left your statement vague,i was mearly trying to help narrow down the scope of your statement.

Never having an issue myself i am trying to gain a better understand as to what you speak of. Can you be more specific?
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[fishbones]

I'll text you later. Got to get going to work and I don't want to drag anyone into it who's not on the site.
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[the point]

I broke one throwing a 5oz Tsunami Swim Shad,,, But that was my fault seeing how it was only rated 2-4oz..

[lamimann1212]

to be honest after seeing the blanks yesterday i dont know how more dont break they are so damn thin

[Slipknot]

Originally Posted by lamimann1212

to be honest after seeing the blanks yesterday i dont know how more dont break they are so damn thin

what's the matter lammiman? afraid of a little competition?

[lamimann1212]

ive broken a lami before but thers 30 years of fishing them only busted one 132m

[tysdad115]

Originally Posted by lamimann1212

ive broken a lami before but thers 30 years of fishing them only busted one 132m

And I've all but "pole vaulted the ditch" with the rods I use , and I'm not easy on my gear, fish them hard as many will contest to and not one issue. And I don't exactly cast easy either..

[lamimann1212]

Originally Posted by Slipknot

what's the matter lammiman? afraid of a little competition?

what does that mean?

[HugeDinghy]

sometimes i masturbate in the shower

[fishbones]

I picked up a belt holder for my fish gripper on Friday, and my son picked out a fish print from Striper Slayer Apparel yesterday. He was pretty happy.

[lamimann1212]

i got a gear up bag, some afterhours plugs, worms from worm bar, and stormer jacket.

[Fishoholic]

Greg, thanks for the reply. I'm sorry about your experience. I don't know the details of the break or the conversations had and I'm not going to speculate. With all due respect, rods break sometimes.. whether it be from factory defects, high sticking, overloading, pole vaulting or from subtle damage in just the right spot. I've seen Centurys break, I've seen CTSs break, Lamis old and new break, it happens. I'm glad you situation was resolved, and I'm sincerely sorry it was such an unpleasant experience. I can assure you there isn't any bad mouthing of you going on and whatever happened is water under the bridge. I'm bummed that whatever happened was enough to turn off from our brand for good. I wish you the best of luck with whatever rods you go with here on out and in your upcoming fishing season. If you ever get curious about a century model again in the future, I'd be happy to loan you one of my personal rods to use, should I have that specific model.

Now... back on track..

I got a great deal on a Guy Cotten pullover and 2 shark tooth necklaces for my boys

[vineyardblues]

Went on Sat and had a great time!!
The crew from Wicked Tuna were to funny , Ralph is a bit on the crazy side Watch out Tyler ...lol Any how they are all very nice and it was great to talk with each of them........

We also hit Murphy's on the way out and also bought the hot sauce

[Slipknot]

Originally Posted by lamimann1212

was told bye 4 people today that the century cant handle the canal 9 rods broken from 4 guys.

Originally Posted by lamimann1212

what does that mean?

well you seem to be new to this fishing forum so maybe you are used to spreading second hand knowledge on the internet, but here it's not that cool and we'd rather speak firsthand accounts, kinda how tysdad explained it to you.
Opinions are one thing, bashing or looking like you have an agenda is another.

I fish a lami 1322 also , but I did not get to the rissa show so I'll end my contribution at that

[Sea Dangles]

I think it is nice to hear reviews on gear from first hand accounts. New products go through their hiccups but it is how the problems are addressed by the manufacturer that determines their future.IMO if a new rod breaks form casting it should be replaced without question. If a rod breaks from dropping,that is a different story. If I were Century I would pay skippy to go away. To question as to whether a man is feeling guilty is inciteful at the least.Fish whatever makes you happy.lots of flavors nowadays but some have proven themselves many years over.

[tattoobob]

Originally Posted by Sea Dangles

I think it is nice to hear reviews on gear from first hand accounts. New products go through their hiccups but it is how the problems are addressed by the manufacturer that determines their future.IMO if a new rod breaks form casting it should be replaced without question. If a rod breaks from dropping,that is a different story. If I were Century I would pay skippy to go away. To question as to whether a man is feeling guilty is inciteful at the least.Fish whatever makes you happy.lots of flavors nowadays but some have proven themselves many years over.

Words Of Wisdom, Chris are you feeling ok?

[djlesco]

Got to see some old and new friends... got some Asylum glides...a dong.. a casting swimmer.... al lemire hooked me up with a big ass prowler.. Seaview Lures my cousin wouldn't sell to me except the bone necklace the GF bought for me and my boys to keep us safe at sea.... RI popper made me a big slanthead danny..... bought 2 Tom Lynchs photos for the house... i really went there expecting not to leverage my asset's to buy fishing stuff...but realized my fishing equipment is my only asset.....
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