mtskibum16
Life of the Party
I was actually really close to getting the SA Air Cell in 9wt for my 7wt rod for a $30 line trial. Maybe next time. Found a good deal on a Titan Long today.I actually prefer my old Cortland 444SL Rocket taper WF8F over the WF7F Titan Taper on my 7wt. Kinda funny since the Titan is a higher end line and my box says it was $84.99. I didn't pay that much for it, but I'm pretty sure I bought the Rocket taper, years ago, brand new for only $50.
And my "new to me" Fenwick Aetos 8wt did really well with the WF8F Rocket taper last night as well. I was casting plenty far enough for bass popper work. And much more enjoyable than the Titan. And way more accurate, which is really important for westside bass- shoreline, trees, lily pads and docks are a constant. Titan taper is very forward heavy. I found that a bit clumsy and not accurate enough for most popper work. Almost like it needs a poly leader since such a steep front taper.
It was the maiden voyage for the Aetos last night. I have a 1st gen 4wt Aetos and love it so pulled the trigger on a 1st gen 8wt that I found for sale. The 2nd gens are only $235 so also a great, great deal, but I saved enough for a new line.
The 8wt did not disappoint. The only trouble is now my 7wt Redington Pursuit feels tip heavy....mostly because it is. I'll keep it around, but will make sure I don't cast it right after casting the Aetos. It was also more accurate than the Pursuit, which is also to be expected.
First fish for the new 8wt was this healthy little pounder.
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