For those Daiwa fans out there, you will be happy to know that there are several new products for this year led by the T3 Casting Reel. The T3 uses a Zaion Carbon frame and sideplate which is said to be rival the rigidity and strength of magnesium but doesn’t corrode. The biggest news with this reel is the new level-wind mechanism. Daiwa calls it the T-Wing. This piece of hardware significantly increases the free space that line has to pass through when casting, thereby reducing friction. [Read more…]
ICAST 2011: Daiwa
July 18, 2011 by ·
ICAST 2011: Abu Garcia
July 18, 2011 by ·
Next on our ICAST list is Abu Garcia. Their newest reel is the Revo MGX which incidentally, won the “Best of Show for Freshwater Reels”. This reel utilizes a magnesium alloy frame called X-mag and side-plates that are made of a lighter than aluminum C-6 carbon. [Read more…]
ICAST 2011: Quantum
July 18, 2011 by ·
It’s that time of year again for ICAST and we here at MVF are going to try to take you through the show one manufacturer at a time and give you the highlights of the new gear that has been showcased.
Let’s start with Quantum who once again, have managed to debut a totally new product without a lot of pre-show publicity. Last year they debuted the Smoke baitcasting series with the Smoke rods.
This year they are adding a spinning reel and rods to the Smoke lineup. The spinning reel will be available in two sizes. A 25 series and a 30 series. These reels utilize porting everywhere they are able to reduce weight but maintain structural rigidity throughout the reel. Both are 10 bearing systems and both weight less than 8 ounces. [Read more…]
Welcome To ICAST 2011 Week!
July 17, 2011 by ·
This week is all about ICAST 2011!
As you probably already know, the ICAST show took place in Las Vegas last week, and what a killer show it was. Over the past few days, Pops has been pouring over his notes, reports, press releases and pictures to break down all of the action for you.
ICAST is the biggest show of it’s kind, so getting the important information that you need and want can be a little tough. What we have decided to do is break down each manufacturer’s offerings to make it easier for you.
Stay posted and get ready—There will be a lot of information coming at you this week!