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#1
CharkBait
Slash
Tuna, Opah and most everything else! |
#2
Accurate
Fury
Free Super
Braid Rigging or Pliers! |
#3
Okuma
Makaira
Superior
Quality
Top Quality design and execution! |
#4
Penn
Fathom
Excellent Value,
Great Casting, FREE
BRAID OFFER! |
#5
HALCO
130 MAX
Arrived and
departed, with more on the way! |
#6
Gill
Deckboots
Quality, Comfort, Value
Great
Stuff! |
#7
Okuma
Makaira Rods
Value, quality and performance! |
#8
Okuma
Solterra
Two Speeds, Single Speeds
Lever-drags and Levelwinds!
Close out... |
#9
Fin Nor
Santiago
Lever Drag Trolling Reels
Close out... |
#10
Toro Tamer
Face Muffs/Buffs
Save your
Skin! |
07/25/2014
(early edition)
Thank you for visiting our Weekly Specials!
What a wonderful season we are having
this year.
 Everything is coming together for us, local, long range, I
can't say I've ever seen better fishing in SoCal waters and of course
further down in the past 30+ years. Finished up the ICAST show a week
ago, almost back together after the show. Many interesting new
products introduced which will be posted here as soon as they become
available. This week we have some interesting items posted, some
reels which we will phase out to make room for new editions, some
very nice specials as a result. While we have grown over the years,
in reality there are only so many products we can stock in depth. We
must look towards future products which we'd like to support and
consider our product mix to be sure we're on target to meet our
client's needs. So, you've got an opportunity to grab some nice
reels for a rather spectacular deal (including Fin-Nor
Santiago two speeds, Okuma Salterra Series and Accurate Fury Series).
Stock is limited on the closeouts... And, we've got some dandy lures
to offer you this week as well. Halco lures are arriving this week,
and one of our CharkBait jigs just proved it's effectiveness on the
Red Rooster this past week with great performance on larger grade
bluefin, yellowfin and OPAH! The skipper told us, "make sure
everyone that comes in the shop buys one of these before getting on
the boat." They're that good...but we've been telling you that for a
few years...(check out the Slash). I'd also suggest dropping the
Wedge down deep now too. That is also a GREAT iron for tuna.
Enjoy this week's offerings, and as always, thank you for visiting our
Weekly Specials.
Great Stuff,
Mark Smith
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WEDNESDAY 7/16
VISIT THE CHARKBOARD TO SEE WHAT'S NEW FROM ICAST - JUST POSTED
PICTURES -
PENN TOOK BEST NEW SALTWATER AND FRESHWATER REELS FOR
2014!CONGRATULATIONS!!!
Orders over $150 are shipped
FREE!* Orders less than $150 are billed for shipping. Upon placing your order you'll receive an
immediate confirmation via email. You are not billed at that time, the
confirming email may not reflect oversize or
overweight charges or other issues requiring
direct contact. We process
orders manually, preferring to have a human
actually check things over and contact you
should there be questions. Within 24
hours of placing your order you will receive a
follow-up email confirmation and final invoice (pdf doc) reflecting your total charges
(Monday-Friday). You are not billed until we actually send you your final invoice.
Orders shipped to CA addresses will have California Sales Taxes applied, out
of state orders are tax free. During the
ordering process you can select expedited
shipping if required.
(Within the USA
we usually ship via Federal Express ground. International,
and oversize/weight items will be billed for
shipping and you will be sent an emailed invoice reflecting total charges
prior to actual billing. We will not ship
without you having had a chance to review the
invoice). Hawaii and Alaska shipping will be
accomplished using USPS Priority service, and
our standard shipping cost policy will apply
unless the item ordered does not fit in their
standard size boxes. If additional shipping fees
are required we will contact you.)
FREE Fed Ex GROUND SHIPPING*
* for
orders over $150, within USA,
AK and HI via USPS
(in standard size flat rate boxes -
otherwise there will be a charge).
Oversize items, like lobster nets, and
International orders will carry a shipping
charge which we'll quote you prior to actual
billing.
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Special
#1
 Our
Slash jig can be fished a couple ways, for great
effect. For our long range fishermen, it's a
GREAT wahoo lure. For deepwater enthusiasts it's
a deep water tuna jig with excellent action on
the drop and wind. Having said that, the thing
casts great and we rig it properly with a higher
quality Mustad hook and a ball bearing swivel
(ours even points the right way...) attached
with welded rings. Our colors and finish are top
quality. While it will bring in wahoo when they
are around, don't be afraid to jig it for tuna
and yellowtail. If your fishing trip heads to
Alijos you've got a great wahoo lure, but if it
shifts gears and moves to Cedros fine, you've
got the right lure for yellowtail. If instead
you hit the banks for rockfish, you've still got
an effective lure on your hands. One lure, fits
a few applications, and a few different styles
of fishing.
Our slash bait
is available in FIVE sizes:
80 gm,
2.8 oz, 5"
100 gm, 3.5 oz, 5 1/2"
150 gm, 5.29 oz, 6 1/2"
300 gm, 10.6 oz
/180mm, 7"*
400 gm, 14.11 oz /200mm,
8"*
* - These
are the one's that scored big on the
RRIII charter this week.
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This versatile
lure can be fished several ways, cast and
retrieve, vertical yo-yo style jigging,
and speed jigging. There is a very slight
curve to the lure, allowing a bit more
action on the drop and as the lure is
bounced up. It's important to keep a good
contact on the lure if you're fishing
yo-yo style for a couple reasons. First,
you won't know you've been bitten unless
you've got contact with the lure, secondly
the lure can foul itself if you don't
offer some control of its accent or
descent.
Based upon client feedback, we've expanded
this series of lures. Now we have two new
LARGE size jigs to add to the assortment.
The new 300 and 400 gram sizes are perfect
for dealing with better grade tuna when
they're holding deep. Of course they'll
also do a number on yellowtail and wahoo
if you need to go down to get 'em. Given
the deeper water application, we've added
our Illuminata feature, the new LARGE size
jigs have a recess for use of a 4.5mm
light stick. Go deep, get noticed and
get bit!
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Caught aboard the Red Rooster III last
week on our 4 day charter.
We got a call from the boat, saying - "Do
not let anyone leave the shop without
this lure - 300 or 400 gm Slash." They
took the larger grade tuna and this nice
Opah. |
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Special #2
Accurate
FURY!
- Please
note, Accurate announced a change to the
Fury Series. The new models will be
polished instead of matt finished and
they will use a bearing for the
anti-reverse instead of a bearing plus
dogs for the AR. So, it's time to clear
the inventory and cut price for the
existing models. The pricing is
only available for stock on hand -
availability is indeed limited. As a
courtesy to the manufacturer, we are not
disclosing the price, you will need to add
the reel to the shopping cart to see the
sale price. All regular terms of sale apply,
meaning we'll still spool the reel up (even
with braid) and ship it for free if you
reach our $150 free shipping level.
 In
late 2013 Accurate
released a new series of reels destined to
change the fishing tackle industry, and the
quality of fishing gear available to anglers.
The new FURY series of reels incorporates many
lessons learned in the past 15 years by the
designers at Accurate. And, the new series is
available at an incredible value for
fishermen. Accurate reels have long been
associated with quality and performance,
though their price was above reach by most
anglers. NOW THAT has CHANGED! The new Fury
reels offer single drags rather than their
patented dual drag system. That saves some
money in manufacture. They still use a double
dog anti-reverse system, and that's reliable
and durable, long term. They've simplified
their design a bit, machining is simpler to
achieve and those savings result in a cost
that makes owning an Accurate within reach,
with performance that goes well beyond that
of most manufacturers at anywhere near the
Fury's price point. Superior quality was never
so affordable. And, now with a gorgeous candy
apple red color, they are better looking and
protected from the effects of corrosion than
ever. These are some great performing reels,
and they are even better looking with the
new production we've commissioned with
Accurate.
The Fury series are priced from an
affordable $279!
After the first
production Accurate added a one way
anti-reverse bearing in addition to their
double dog anti-reverse to the Fury Series. Now that's big time
reliability, a significant upgrade. And, it's
one thing that their $500-600 DPX series does
not have, and their Dauntless series at $600+
does offer. Here's the breakdown on Accurate
reels for 2014:
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Series |
Drag System |
Anti Reverse |
Cast Control |
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Fury |
Single Drag |
Dual Dogs plus
Anti-Reverse Bearing |
None |
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DPX |
Twin Drag |
Triple Dogs |
Mechanical Cast Control |
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Dauntless |
Twin Drag |
Dual Dogs plus
Anti-Reverse Bearing |
None |
These new reels follow the same sort of line
capacity figures as other Accurate reels of
the same size designation, and they are
certainly made for fishing braided super
lines. For the 400 size, I'd suggest a 30#
application, 40 on the 500 and 50-60# on the
600N, and for line capacities figure 300 yds
mono for each piece at the tests mentioned.
Though most folks will load on 40-50# braid
on the 400, 50-60 on the 500 and 60-80 for
the 600 series - about 300 yds and then top
off with the appropriate mono topper. In
terms of drag capability, Accurate typically
does not publish these figures. They
consider them counter productive and prone
to shall we say BS. For instance most
Japanese reel firms base their specs on an
empty spool while American firms use real
world conditions, meaning there's a full
load of line on the reels. An empty spool
provides a higher number, but it ain't
reality. In testing, we're getting 20#'s of
drag on these reels, and that's more than
consistent with the intended line tests
these reels were made to fish. Can you fish
heavier lines? Sure, but if you try to work
higher loads than intended you are not using
the product appropriately. The same can be
said of Avet, Penn and other well regarded
firms products. Pricing: 400, 500, 600
single speeds: $279, $289, $319, and for the
two speeds $379, $389, $399. That's a very
aggressive price level given the
construction of these new reels.
Please note, Accurate is expanding the number
of models within this line. If you don't see
the specific model you are seeking, don't
worry. Select a similar size model and then
bounce back an email with your order number
and the request for an alternate model. We do
NOT bill online, we review orders and email
prior to billing.
FREE SHIPPING
+ FREE
High Quality BRAID
and proudly manufactured in the USA
Made in America, and very proud of
it!
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Okuma Makaira
Free Braid/Spectra spooling
or Premium Pliers!
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Your Pick: SUPER BRAID - INCLUDING 16 STRAND
TORO TAMER SPLICEABLE HOLLOW CORE,
or CharkBait Premium Quality Multi-Function
Pliers $60-80 Value
 You
choose either FREE offer. Receive either the
Premium PLIERS as pictured, Multi-Tool with
Split Ring tool and crimping PLIERS or
superior quality Super Braid
(gel spun polyethelyne line)
spooling with mono topshot
(if desired) at no additional charge. Both
offers represent a value of up to $80, and both
are excellent.
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 I first saw this new series of reels at the July
2009 ICAST show. I was
flat out impressed. Without doubt, this is a game changer for the
sportfishing industry. Okuma listened, listened well, and applied
what they heard in creating what may very well be some of the best
built reels on the market today. The reels are robust, solid,
creatively engineered, and made to go the distance.
All the new reels feature a carbon DFD (dual force drag) system for
exceptional drag performance, high drag capacity, long term
reliability and maximum alignment and durability. The Makaira reels
offer a "Pull Bar Drag System" with the advantage that the drag is
being pulled rather than pushed, which places heavy pressure on the
left side plate and utilizes the frame for overall stability -
that's the flaw of design in all reels built today, and Okuma feels
they've beat the system. With the Pull Bar design, there's no
pressure to create frame flex, or reduced drag pressure as a result
of tolerance alignment issues. As a result of the design, the open
top models in this line have none of the flex issues common with
other reels; no need to compensate for the disadvantage of design by
increasing mass, for instance.
The highly efficient drag system was designed and engineered by
Tiburon Engineering to increase maximum drag pressure, reduce side
load pressure on ball bearings and improve heat dissipation for
long term smoothness over extended fights. The Okuma DFD is
considered a wet drag system comprised of two carbon fiber drag
washers that are sandwiched together and bonded with a fiber glass
core. Pure carbon washers are coated with a thin layer of Cal
 Sheet's Universal drag grease for virtually zero start up inertia.
These washers are compressed by two precision ground 17-4 grade
stainless steel drag plates that have been ground flat, then polished
for maximum smoothness. The stainless steel friction drag plates
have a minimum 32 Rockwell hardness allowing for high-end drag
settings and consistently smooth drag performance at all ranges!
(Model 20 pictured above)
Other important points of design:
Silent anti-reverse, 16 point double dog anti-reverse for the
most reliable, smoothest and strongest anti-reverse on the market.
These reels so not depend on a one way bearing for their
anti-reverse, yet they have a similar slick feel to them. Robust!
Helical Cut Gears, offers improved gear meshing, and gear
smoothness. They feel like butter being sliced when you change
gears. They're both smoother and stronger as a result of their
design.
Makaira Reels Feature-
6061-T6 Machined aluminum frame with forged side plates
Proprietary hybrid corrosion resistant stainless steel gearing
Helical cut gears for extreme smoothness and gear meshing
Makaira reels all feature Two-speed gearing systems
Gold anodized two-speed gear shifter housing
Cold forged, Type-II anodized, machined aluminum spool
CRC: Corrosion Resistant Coating process
Patented spool pin system for use with braided or mono lines
Carbonite Dual Force drag system featuring Cal’s universal drag grease
Custom designed thrust bearing: Alleviates side load on heavy drag
settings
4-pcs ABEC-5 precision Sapporo stainless steel rubber sealed ball bearings
MA-80WII features 6-pcs of Sapporo ball bearings
Double dog, proprietary silent anti-reverse system
Ratcheting drag lever and drag cam for precise drag setting
Patented T-Bar handle with Easy Roll graphite insert on all models
Heavy duty stainless steel ratcheting clicker system
Heavy duty, precision stainless steel drive and spool shafts
Type-II gold anodized frame, side plates, spool, drag lever and handle
Open top frame design on MK-5II, 10II, 15II, 20II, 50II
Lug and plug system on all open top reel models
Machined thumb rest on rear cross bar for improved ergonomics
Forged aluminum full hard anodized reel foot and reel clamp
Machined etched Marlin logo on left side plate
Precision placement of drain holes maximizes water removal from reel
Special screw ports around side plate screws reduces water/corrosion
buildup
Makaira lever drag reels are backed by a 5-year warranty |
Note the well placed
drainage holes and robust foot
Note the machined
recessed line stay,
lugs or plugs... |
Now, if you'd like a
second
opinion on the quality of these reels, you might do a little internet
search and find a couple independent reviews that more than agree with
our high opinion of these new reels. They really are terrific, and the
beauty is more than skin deep.
| Model |
Bearings |
Capacity |
Gear Ratio |
Line Retrieve |
Max Drag @ Full |
Max Drag @ Strike |
Weight |
Price |
| MK-8II |
4BB+1TB |
320/15, 280/20, |
4.7:1 & 2.1:1 |
33.5" & 15.0" |
34-lbs |
27-lbs |
24.1 oz. |
459.99 |
| MK-10II |
4BB+1TB |
460/15, 380/20, 280/25 |
4.7:1 & 2.1:1 |
33.5" & 15.0" |
34-lbs |
27-lbs |
26.1 oz. |
459.99 |
| MK-15II |
4BB+1TB |
550/20, 410/25, 310/30 |
4.7:1 & 2.1:1 |
33.5" & 15.0" |
34-lbs |
27-lbs |
26.8 oz. |
479.99 |
| MK-16II |
4BB+1TB |
700/25, 600/30, 400/40 |
4.3:1 & 1.3:1 |
39.4" & 17.5"est |
44-lbs |
32-lbs |
42 oz.est |
499.99 |
| MK-20II |
4BB+1TB |
870/25, 660/30, 530/40 |
3.8:1 & 1.7:1 |
39.4" & 17.5" |
55-lbs |
37-lbs |
45.8 oz. |
499.99 |
| MK-30II |
4BB+1TB |
850/30, 700/40, 550/50 |
3.8:1 & 1.7:1 |
39.4" & 17.5" |
55-lbs |
37-lbs |
50 oz. |
519.99 |
| MK-50II |
4BB+1TB |
1000/30, 650/50, 400/80 |
3.2:1 & 1.3:1 |
37.8" & 15.3" |
85-lbs |
60-lbs |
61.4 oz. |
569.99 |
| MK-50WII |
4BB+1TB |
900/50, 780/60, 560/80 |
3.2:1 & 1.3:1 |
37.8" & 15.3" |
85-lbs |
60-lbs |
65 oz. |
619.99 |
| MK-80WII |
6BB+1TB |
1000/80, 850/100, 660/130 |
3.1:1 & 1.4:1 |
45.7" & 20.5" |
100-lbs |
70-lbs |
116 oz. |
859.99 |
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Please note, the 10, 15, 16, 20 and 50 are topless. The 30,
50W and 80W have the top bar.
All models now in stock...including the little 10! (very nice and very
small)
This is a shot over the bow to every manufacturer of
saltwater reels. Okuma got it right,
and they've got reason to be proud.
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Special #4
Penn Fathom Star Drag Reels!
Special: Free
SUPER BRAID Spooling
300 Yards FREE BRAID
Get 300 yards of top quality
Gel Spun Braid Spooling at no extra
charge with these innovative
reels.
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 Penn's
Fathom Star Drag reels are a new series of full metal bodied reels
that are made for years of hard use, and made to fish very
well by all measures. The reels have GREAT freespool
performance, excellent drags, and they're built Penn
tough. When the levelwind Fathom reels first arrived last
year, all they guys here were beating up the Penn rep
asking why the heck Penn didn't come out with a
non-levelwind version of the reels. They were some of the
nicest levelwinds ever made, offered some things Daiwa
could not achieve with their Saltist series. We really
felt that a non-levelwind Fathom would give the Saltist
and the Avet's some competition. Well, I guess Penn was
listening because they introduced this new reel at ICAST
and the response told them that they indeed were on the
right track. The new Penn Fathom series star drag reels
are excellent fishing instruments!
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Model |
Mono Cap. (yds/lb) |
Braid Cap. (yds/lb) |
Bearings |
Max Drag |
Gear Ratio |
Line Retrieve |
Weight (oz) |
Price |
| FTH12 |
360/10 • 260/12 • 230/15 |
525/15 • 420/20 • 320/30 |
5+1 |
25 lbs |
6.0:1 |
28 |
15.5 |
$199 |
| FTH15 |
320/12 • 280/15 • 190/20 |
500/20 • 380/30 • 270/50 |
5+1 |
25 lbs |
6.0:1 |
28 |
15.6 |
$199 |
| FTH25N |
320/20 • 290/25 • 220/30 |
650/20 • 450/50 • 370/65 |
5+1 |
25 lbs |
6.0:1 |
40 |
17.9 |
$219 |
| FTH30 |
440/20 • 300/30 • 250/40 |
625/50 • 500/65 • 440/80 |
5+1 |
25 lbs |
6.0:1 |
40 |
18.4 |
$219 |
| FTH40 |
350/30 • 300/40 • 220/50 |
725/50 • 600/65 • 525/80 |
5+1 |
25 lbs |
6.0:1 |
40 |
18.7 |
$219 |
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From the little 12 to the large 40
size fathom, all represent solid reels. The favorite of the
guys here tends to run towards the narrow 25N, a bit taller
than the 12/15 size and narrower than the 30. Very nice size
for casting, with 50# Spectra suggested for backing, then
you've got room for close to 100 yards of 30# on top.
Wonderful for most casting work, and the reel will find it's
home on plenty of jig-sticks rigged up just that way. Penn has a winner on their hands.
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Click the image left for a brief video tour of the
new reel. |
Features:
-Full metal body and sideplates keep gear alignment
precise under heavy loads
-Machine cut marine grade bronze main gear with hardened
stainless steel pinion
-Versa-Drag system with HT-100's
-Live Spindle Design with free floating spool
-Internally adjustable centrifugal braking system
-Line capacity rings for ease in visualizing line capacity
and for spooling
-5+1 shielded stainless steel bearings
-Instant anti-reverse bearing with silent back up ratchet
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Special #5
Halco Max 130
IN STOCK - IN DEPTH - NEW PATTERNS ADDED
This has turned out to be the hottest
trolling lure for the tuna bite this year (2012). The Halco 130 Max is
a cutting edge lure, bibless design. It's great in both a
casting or trolling application, and it's been the troll use
that's really been successful for folks this year. It can run to
up to 12 knots, running at 7 feet in depth. They weight 2 3/4
ounces and they will indeed cast well in addition to trolling.
For 2013 the point was proven again on the long range boats and
on shorter length fishing commercial and private boats. The Max
130 was the go-to lure of choice. Even I took
 advantage of the
lure's performance, earning another trolling jackpot (jacket)
aboard the Red Rooster III on our four day charter in September.
These are great lures, and the fish will literally eat the paint
of 'em. That's exactly the condition of the lure I was using,
most all the paint had indeed been eaten off through previous
catches. Didn't matter one bit, the action got it bit. Out
performed the more standard tuna feathers by a wide margin.
One point that I'd like to
mention, comes from a friend of mine from Australia. Since
the 130 Max swims well both slow and fast on the troll (heck it
works as a cast/retrieve lure, too) it's a lure that can save
you gas. What I mean by this is that the typical surface tuna
lure must move through the water fairly quickly in order to draw
a strike, 7 knots or so. While the 130 Max trolls well at speed,
speed also uses up fuel. The lures are just as effective when
dragged at 2 knots! They swim well. So, while you can run these
lures behind the big sportfishers at speed (as we've all learned
well by now) they also work well for a private boater who is
moving at a slower pace. You can indeed gain fuel economy by
dropping the speed down a bit and still catch plenty of tuna
with these very effective lures.
Here's some recent feedback from our
September 2013 Red Rooster charter
- I won another trolling jacket from the Red Rooster on this
lure. The thing tracked straight, gained some depth verses the
tuna feathers the other guys were using, and got me a troll fish
that was bigger than anyone else's. What more can be said, the
lures work. - Mark
Halco is an Australian lure manufacturer, with
factories in Australia and Indonesia. They are considered one of
Australia's best fishing lure companies, with many records to
their credit.
Here's a note from one of our
clients from "out of town" who found something other than
tuna to eat
the Halco...
Photo is a a fish trip 2 days ago. Used
one of the Halco lures with the small pole on the right of the
photo. Took my friend some time to reel in the Wahoo. This spot
is 5 minutes from the dock.
Thanks again,
Dennis (Guam)
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Special #6
 First shown at ICAST
in July 2011, the Makaira series rods have
a lot of positives in terms of components
used, rod actions and appearance. Folks know that we are very
supportive of both Calstar
and Seeker rods, consider them the best made
rods in the world, so convincing us to bring
in an offshore produced rod is not an easy
thing. However, in this instance Okuma got
it right again. Like their Makaira series
reels, they listened to the right people,
and started from scratch to design an
excellent series of rods. They learned much
from Calstar, one feel of their jigsticks
demonstrates that point very well. It's also
apparent that they learned much from their
association with the Australian fishing
community. These are flat out excellent
rods, and they are offered at an exceptional
value.
 Makaira rods feature
newly innovated carbon technology in the
manufacture of the rod blanks. Light, strong
and responsive are well deserved adjectives
for these new "sticks." The new rods are
stunning in their appearance, with custom
abalone decoration above the foregrip on the
rods, and exceptional in their actions. They
incorporate ALPS deep press 316 stainless
guide frames with hard zirconium guide
inserts for handling braided lines. Their
jigsticks use x-wrap shrink tubing for the
grip area for ruggedness and secure
handling. Their heavier weight rods feature
a custom ALPS aluminum reel seat with
abalone underlay, for a truly custom look -
with solid performance backing it up. Their
IGFA standup rods feature custom leather
wrapped foregrips! And their trolling rods
use superior quality ALPS premium roller
guides for large knot clearance. Their
casting rods incorporate an integrated
rubber butt cap/gimbal design (both spinning
and conventional casting rods). On the
heavier trolling and popping rods, an
aluminum gimbal is included.
Shipping is included in
the price of the rods posted below. The 9
footers are only available for store pickup
- shipping expense is NUTZ!
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Special #7
Ahi Assassin
- Dedicated Jigging Rods from Toro Tamer
2015 NANO HELIX
AHI ASSASSIN
INDUSTRY FIRST - NANO RESINS PLUS HELIX DESIGN
FOR UNMATCHED
STRENGTH AND LIGHTNESS
At the 2014 ICAST
show Toro Tamer will be introducing new Nano Helix Ahi Assassin
Jigging Rods. The new Nano technology resins incorporated in these rods are at the cutting edge of rod design development. These
rods also make use of helix technology in their blank construction,
similar in some respects to the much appreciated and profoundly
missed Graphite USA rods (aka United Composites). The new Ahi
Assassin jigging rods take the Helix feature and build upon that
with
 new Nano resins. Nano Technology resins are ultra-microscopic
spheres of silica which bind the carbon fibers (graphite) in the
rods. Essentially the resin permeates the graphite fabric, the
submicroscopic particles occupy the space between carbon fibers to
provide additional support and strength at the molecular level. Modulus increases and
compression strength increases, the bond between fibers increases,
the flex strength and internal shear strength increases. Strength
and durability are enhanced, easily over 2-3 times the strength and impact
resistance results, providing you with true state of the art jigging
rods which go beyond any rod currently built. These are all made to
accommodate conventional reels, spinning versions will become
available in the fall of 2014.
To provide a bit more
detail in the construction, we use a unique helix technology which
is different from the standard scrim process. The standard scrim
process uses fiberglass or carbon scrim to give the blanks
hoop strength, but our helix technology uses the carbon spiral
to support the hoop strength of the blanks. a single carbon spiral (helical or helix) is at the core of the blank.
This type
of the structure is regarded as the most effective way of
maintaining cross section stability during bending, so our
carbon helix core will minimize cross sectional deformation
during loading, improving power and response. That is a unique
characteristic of our Ahi Assassin rods from Toro Tamer.
Now we are also using NANO materials
combined with the helix technology, it makes the blanks significantly stronger and
as well keeps the blanks out of deformation when they are bent under
load - like when you're pulling significant drag on a larger
fish.
Because we use the spiral carbon core
when making the blanks the tip section is much stronger, especially
noticeable for the fine tips. Our unique blank manufacturing
process makes our blanks
stronger. Traditional rods made out of the scrim materials, show
weakness through
the cross section, the 'glass or graphite scrim is already broken during the manufacturing!
So the only support for the hoop strength is the epoxy resin. That is why
a traditionally manufactured graphite or 'glass rod is
so easy to break. Combining the carbon helix core and Nano
technology results in an incredibly strong rod under all load
conditions. That's the key to the Ahi Assassin's incredible
strength and performance under load.
Background: We're proud to
introduce you to Ahi Assassin Jigging Rods. I'll say out front, I am a
Calstar and Seeker sort of guy, I prefer USA made rods, no question
about that bias. It took a lot to get me to accept that a quality
rod could come from overseas. But, I'm also a realist, and when it comes to
jigging and popping rods, quite honestly the USA firms were slow to produce a high
quality piece that fit the new technology of Spectra lines and deep
drop lures, in my estimation. That category of rod does indeed
demand some different action than we use for bait or lure fishing.
As a result, we took off the blinders and did some homework, talked
to folks both in the USA and clients from other countries. I did
some traveling, too. As a consequence of jumping on the learning
curve we were introduced to some folks that offered a fresh approach
to jigging synthesizing technology with technique. We are now working with a New Zealand owned firm
which has their own plant in
China. They are the producers of our Ahi Assassin jigging rods. The same firm
produces high end rods for the Australian and New Zealand market,
and the feedback we've received about them has been very positive, our
confidence high in this new source of quality rod building. They do
not make inexpensive rods, understand that in the Australian market
it's not at all uncommon to buy a rod for $1K. High end has a
market, and junk is not accepted well. The firm we are tied to does
not make cheap Chinese rods, they are not made to hit a price point,
they don't build the type
of rod that many reel companies have brought to market here. They
build world class rods, and we are indeed fortunate to have
made contact with the owners of this firm to bring us the best
dedicated jigging rods on the market. Big statement, but once you
feel the rods you'll understand that it's not an idle boast.
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A bit of background, several
years ago a few fellows from New Zealand set up a manufacturing
facility in an economic development zone in China, nothing unusual
about that, several large firms have done the same, including
Mustad, Penn, VanStaal, Shimano... But, two of the partners actually live
there and run the factory. They know what they are doing, also they
well know our local West Coast rods. I spent a long time with one of
'em going over the history of the old Sabre firm, Calstar, Truline...
They know our history well, and know the actions we've grown up
using. They build their rods for their own New Zealand and Australia market, but have the
ability to produce to our specs, too. They are a much more expensive
firm to do business with than the more typical Chinese producer of
rods. Their technology is better, too. I've been to their plant
several times now, and it's impressive, more impressive than anything I've
seen here to date. Their plant is located well off the beaten path,
simply because they did not want others to have easy access to
knowledge about what they were doing and their techniques.
Let me provide some background
on the Ahi Assassin rods, all the rods we offer are made from Carbon
and Fiberglass
(note, the original production used 'glass and carbon, the new
production makes use of carbon fiber for the matt material and to
add strength the helix design which was first used by GUSA and now
improved upon with the addition of Nano micro technology resins for
even greater strength), but unlike Seeker and Calstar's design, these rods
use both carbon and 'glass all the way through the rod's length, but
the amount of carbon at the tip is less than the butt. The carbon is
reduced consistently from butt to tip, and the glass increases
consistently from butt to tip. The Ahi Assassin rod blanks do not
stop laying carbon fibre on at a certain point, so there is no
strength concentration on the blanks, consistency of material and
thereby consistency of action is the goal and it's achieved! The
weight of our blanks is very light and the action of our jigging
rods is exceptional, the bend is parabolic to help provide your jigs
the very best action and to help with the additional stress caused
by fishing the newer Spectra and braid lines which have no stretch.
The rods action helps in taming a larger grade fish too since
there's always pressure on the fish, they don't get a second wind.
 To
finish these rods, we chose state of the art components from ALPS.
The guides are made to deal with Spectra for the life of the rod's
use, and the action of the rod will help maintain pressure on a fish
instead of creating a break-off from too stiff an action and too
little stretch of the super line. The new rods work with you, they
work with the jig, and they help you work a fish! All the rods in
this series are 6
1/2 feet in length. That's a mid-ground position, some folks
preferring a 6 footer for jigging, some liking the flexibility of a
7 footer. At 6 1/2 feet, we can cover both ends well and if you
chose to use the rod for fishing bait, so
be it, you can cast well
and deal well a larger fish given the rod's superb action. The
guides selected will deal well with Spectra lines, and in the case
of the spinning rod, we reverse the largest guide to help prevent
wind knots.
Please click on the images,
you'll have a larger view of the rods and can check detail more
closely. The wrap is our distinctive CharkBait red, with silver and
black trim. The rods are triple wrapped, and the resin used is pure
old school. No cheap fast cure resins used, these take time, four
hours curing time, 3 coats. That's something you don't find on many
rods these days. And, it shows upon inspection.
 The hypolon is sanded, for a
smooth and richer feel. Again, this is something that's not
typically done on factory made rods. And there are some nice
cosmetic touches you'll notice on these rods upon your inspection.
The gimbals are unique ALPS
ball style jigging designs.
Jigging rods are rated a bit
differently than conventional bait or lure rods. Jigging rods
are designed with lure weight a key component of their design. The
way the rod bends is critical, it's action with a specific weight
lure is a critical part of it's design, of even greater importance
than it's test rating. We incorporate both specifications, but
please do understand that the most important characteristic of these
rods comes from matching them with a particular lure weight rather
than line test rating.
|
Model |
Lure
Weight |
Nominal
Line Test
(preferred) |
Suggested Drag
Setting |
Weight Gram |
Weight
Ounces |
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Ahi Assassin 200 |
200 |
30-65#
(40-50) |
10-15# |
320.4 |
11.3 |
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Ahi Assassin 300 |
300 |
65-130#
(60-80) |
15-25# |
341.0 |
12.05 |
|
Ahi Assassin 400 |
400 |
100-200#
(100-150) |
20-30+# |
346.5 |
12.22 |
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Solterra
Lever Drag
Single and Two Speed Reels
- Please
note, we are discontinuing this product
series from our basic inventory. The
majority of our clients tend to opt for the
higher end Makaira series reels. So, we're
clearing out what we have. The pricing is
only available for stock on hand -
availability is indeed limited. As a
courtesy to the manufacturer, we are not
disclosing the price, you will need to add
the reel to the shopping cart to see the
sale price. All regular terms of sale apply,
meaning we'll still spool the reel up (even
with braid) and ship it for free if you
reach our $150 free shipping level.
Well,
here's another series of reels from Okuma that offer folks a very nice
alternative, good quality at a very good price point. The Solterra line
of lever drag reels are nothing less than a great value, coupled to a
very strong performing reel. There are single speed and Two Speed reels
in this line.
Stainless steel main
gear, pinion gears and shafts
Durable corrosion resistant frame and side
plates
Stainless steel reinforced side plate rings
Forged aluminum, gold anodized spool
Carbonite drag system with Cal's universal
drag grease
5 ball bearings, stainless steel, shielded
ball bearings 20-50W models
Patented T-Bar handle with easy roll
graphite insert, 20-50@ models
Ergo grip comfort handle on all 10/15 models
Low profile on/off clicker with stainless
steel wishbone
Strong Arm Levelwind: Stainless steel with
Ti coating "L" models
1 Year Warranty
- High Speed 6.2:1 gear ratios on SLR-10CS
and SLR-15CS
-Left hand models available: SLR10LX and
SLR-15LX
Not a bad range of
features, and the pricing is extraordinary in terms of value.
|
Model |
Gear Ratio |
Weight |
Capacity
Mono |
Max Drag @ strike w/freespool |
Max Drag @ full
w/freespool |
Price
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price |
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High Speed Open Top Frame Reels |
|
SLR-10CS |
6:1 |
23 oz |
380 yds 20# |
15 lbs |
22 lbs |
$129.99 |
|
SLR-15CS |
6:1 |
24.2 |
310/30# |
15 lbs |
22 lbs |
$129.99 |
|
Levelwind Reels |
|
SLR-10L |
4.2:1 |
24.1 |
380/20# |
15 lbs |
22 lbs |
$139.99 |
|
SLR-15L |
4.2:1 |
25.5 |
310/30# |
15 lbs |
22 lbs |
$139.99 |
|
SLR-20L |
3.5:1 |
39.5 |
400/40# |
26
lbs |
33 lbs |
$169.99 |
|
Lefty Levelwind Reels |
|
SLR-10LX |
4.2:1 |
24.2 |
380/20# |
15 lbs |
22 lbs |
$139.99 |
|
SLR-15LX |
4.2:1 |
25.5 |
310/30# |
15 lbs |
22 lbs |
$139.99 |
|
Single Speed Lever Drag Reels
(closed frame with top cross
bar and harness lugs) |
|
SLR-20 |
3.5:1 |
37.8 |
400/40# |
26 lbs |
33 lbs |
$159.99 |
|
SLR-30 |
3.5:1 |
38.5 |
400/50# |
26 lbs |
33 lbs |
$179.99 |
|
SLR-50W |
3.1:1 |
51.0 |
600/60# |
32 lbs |
40 lbs |
$199.99 |
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Two Speed Lever Drag (closed frame with top
cross bar and harness lugs) |
|
SLR-20II* |
3.8&1.7:1 |
38.0 |
400/40# |
26 lbs |
33 lbs |
$219.99 |
|
SLR-30II |
3.8&1.7:1 |
39.0 |
400/50# |
26 lbs |
33 lbs |
$239.99 |
|
SLR-50II |
3.1&1.3:1 |
50.0 |
460/60# |
32 lbs |
40 lbs |
$269.99 |
|
SLR-50IIW |
3.1&1.3:1 |
51.5 |
420/80# |
32 lbs |
40 lbs |
$299.99 |
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must select the reel below, and add it to the shopping
cart. Stock is limited to what's on hand, we will sell
out, those orders placed first on line have priority.
Telephone orders will not be accepted on this special -
that provides a time stamp. You will not be billed
on-line, and we'll contact you within 24 hours
(weekdays) letting you know stock status and whether you
scored the deal.
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Special
#9
FIN NOR SANTIAGO
- Please
note, we are discontinuing this product
series from our basic inventory. So,
we're clearing out what we have. The pricing
is only available for stock on hand -
availability is indeed limited. As a
courtesy to the manufacturer, we are not
disclosing the price, you will need to add
the reel to the shopping cart to see the
sale price. All regular terms of sale apply,
meaning we'll still spool the reel up (even
with braid) and ship it for free if you
reach our $150 free shipping level.
Fin Nor's Santiago
series reels represent the most advanced big
game reels they've ever produced. All
stops have been pulled to offer every
advancement modern technology can provide. The
best materials and design combine to fulfill
the traditions of excellence that for decades
has driven the Fin-Nor brand.
For 2011 Fin-Nor
introduced the unlimited class Santiago 130,
specifically designed for the angler whose
quest for big game fish is truly without
compromise. This beast of a reel produces 110
pounds of drag, and like all Santiago's comes
with a certificate of specifications - each
reel being individually tested at the factory
for performance. And, like all Santiago reels,
a massive water-tight drag system is employed.
A revolutionary stainless steel drag plate
works in conjunction with twin carbon fiber
drag plates to create incredibly smooth, long
lasting drag performance - specifically
designed to handle strong, long fighting fish.
When engaged, it is water-tight to protect
your reels' drag from salt and boat splash.
These reels are made to be fished hard, for
decades of hard use rather than years.
SPECIFICATIONS
|
MODEL |
LINE
CAP. (mono) |
LINE
CAP. (braid) |
LOW
GEAR |
HIGH
GEAR |
SPOOL WIDTH |
WEIGHT |
M.S.R.P. |
|
SA12 |
900 yds. /
12 lb. |
1000 yds. /
30 lb. |
2.48:1 |
5.58:1 |
1.42" / 36mm |
40.8 oz. |
$459.95 |
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SA16 |
900 yds. /
16 lb. |
900 yds. /
50 lb. |
2.48:1 |
5.58:1 |
1.81" / 46mm |
41.6 oz. |
$499.95 |
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SA25 |
800 yds. /
20 lb. |
1040 yds. /
50 lb. |
1.75:1 |
4.15:1 |
1.85" / 47mm |
67.5 oz. |
$519.95 |
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SA30 |
800 yds. /
30 lb. |
1680 yds. /
50 lb. |
1.75:1 |
3.79:1 |
2.40" / 47mm |
70.0 oz. |
$579.95 |
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SA30W |
770 yds. /
50 lb. |
1600 yds. /
80 lb. |
1.75:1 |
3.79:1 |
2.95" / 47mm |
73.5 oz. |
$619.95 |
|
SA50 |
730 yds. /
50 lb. |
1100 yds. /
100 lb. |
1.75:1 |
3.2:1 |
2.48" / 47mm |
83.0 oz. |
$629.95 |
|
SA50W |
900 yds. /
50 lb. |
900 yds. /
130 lb. |
1.75:1 |
3.2:1 |
3.34" / 47mm |
88.0 oz. |
$719.95 |
|
SA80W |
1000 yds. /
80 lb. |
1600 yds. /
130 lb. |
1.35:1 |
3.1:1 |
3.46" / 47mm |
141.1 oz. |
$949.95 |
|
SA130 |
1200 yds. /
130 lb. |
3000 yds. /
200 lb. |
1.1:1 |
2.4:1 |
3.98" /
101mm |
183.0 oz. |
$1299.95 |
I.P.T. =
Inches-Per-Turn
retrieve rate |
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Face Buffs
New Product!
 Fishermen
spend more time exposed to the elements than most
folks, and those of us offshore on the water get
nailed by damaging UV rays more than anyone. Skin
cancer is a real concern, and I've had my share of
visits to the dermatologist getting scraped, cut,
frozen and treated for this stuff. Most of us make
use of sunscreen these days, but that stuff is not
perfect. As you sweat or get wet it's
effectiveness goes away. Over the past couple
years you might have noticed some guys wearing a
face buff/muff. These soft breathable fabrics
provide a very effective protection against UV
rays, and they are moisture wicking, soft,
breathable and comfortable. Their SPF rating is
typically over 90%, compare that to a sunscreen
and there really isn't much of a comparison. If
you scan the net you'll see an average selling
price of $30 with some to $90! Well, there's a bit
of "water" in that sort of pricing, and as one
who's dealt with skin cancer, I'd suggest that an
ounce of prevention should not break the bank.
So...Toro Tamer came to market with a new Face
Buff in yellowfin tuna offshore pattern. While we
could easily sell these for $20-30, we don't do
so.
ALL OF THESE BUFFS
LOOK GREAT! The tuna design is so darn appropriate given
the local tuna bite going on now, and for our Gulf Coast
guys I think you'll appreciate the Redfish which was
made just for you! And, the Tarpon - well that's pretty
darn special too. They are stunning and darn effective
at saving your skin!
I'll suggest that there's not a better product of
this type made, though there are many of equal
quality that sell for five times as much money.
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