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Post by ceilidh on Feb 20, 2007 11:59:43 GMT
Has anyone tried one of these, If so how do they compare with the Oracle series?
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Post by potbelly on Feb 23, 2007 17:39:12 GMT
I have just bought the 14' 9/10. Can't compare to other rods as it's the only doublehander I've cast.
As SS says, it's light and well balanced, doesn't feel tip heavy. Reel seat is a bit small, a Magnum 200D wouldn't fit but a Koma did.
Bennets of Sheffield have an offer on them at the moment, I got my local shop to price match and got it for £45.
For the price they are very good value.
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Post by child of the mist on Feb 25, 2007 23:15:12 GMT
potbelly, what would be the maximum length of reel foot that the rod would take.
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Post by potbelly on Feb 26, 2007 8:45:37 GMT
61/62mm maximum, just tried a Greys GRX 7/8 with a reel seat of 63 mm and I had to force it past the ring.
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Post by ceilidh on Feb 26, 2007 14:38:52 GMT
Thanks for all the helpful replies, sounds good value, but I am about to measure my reel foot!
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Post by potbelly on Feb 26, 2007 16:14:39 GMT
Thanks for all the helpful replies, sounds good value, but I am about to measure my reel foot! There is always the Dremel.  |
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Post by davewallbridge on Feb 26, 2007 23:25:59 GMT
I will be using mine with S/peare Speedex reels and these fit OK.
Just probed it with a needle and discovered that, as the upper end of the reel fitting extends under the cork, it would be possible to cut 1/8" of cork off the lower end of the top handle. This would allow the locknuts a little more travel but check yours before you cut, should you decide to.
Dave.
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