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Fishing Rods => Fishing Rods => Topic started by: Newell Nut on December 28, 2016, 06:07:18 PM

Title: Final Rod of 2016
Post by: Newell Nut on December 28, 2016, 06:07:18 PM
This is a unique Seeker Hercules Athena GTS80XH 50-80. That is what I bought anyway. It is an ounce heavier than my other 50-80s and a little stiffer and the butt was slightly larger in diameter.
I decided it was too strong for any of the ladies that I know that fish so it was built for my new snapper catcher for 2017. Needed to tone down the pink a tad so used the dark Metallic Purple with Black over wrap and black Fuji SINs. Added a cancer awareness ribbon and I could not decide on a name so added a Mermaid  and shark tooth. I like it and a buddy of mine in Boston ordered one for his wife as soon as he saw the pics.

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Title: Re: Final Rod of 2016
Post by: foakes on December 28, 2016, 06:20:04 PM
Expert planning and results, as usual, Dwight...

Looks to be very capable, as well as sharp also.

Many of our members are involved in different aspects of tackle and parts production.

We sometimes lose sight of the level of expertise on Alan's site.

I can see how a newcomer, coming to the site for the first time -- might be blown away by the sheer volume skills.

Best Always,

Fred
Title: Re: Final Rod of 2016
Post by: Bryan Young on December 28, 2016, 06:34:11 PM
Very nice Dwight.  BTW, I'll be back out in Orlando in March or April next year.  I hope you will finally be in town.
Title: Re: Final Rod of 2016
Post by: Aiala on December 28, 2016, 07:32:55 PM
SWEET rod, Dwight!! I can't imagine where you got the idea for that color combo...  ::)  ;D

I'm sure you'll put a hurt on the mango populace in short order... bravo!  :D

~A~
Title: Re: Final Rod of 2016
Post by: Newell Nut on December 28, 2016, 08:40:59 PM
Quote from: Aiala on December 28, 2016, 07:32:55 PM
SWEET rod, Dwight!! I can't imagine where you got the idea for that color combo...  ::)  ;D

I'm sure you'll put a hurt on the mango populace in short order... bravo!  :D

~A~

Aiala
You have the Pink Lady and now have the Pink something. That dark metallic will look really cool on your black rod when you get ready for it. ;) ;)
Dwight