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Incredibly Light
Much like you would probably react if somebody handed you a bowling ball that weighed less than a pound, is about how 30-time Bassmaster Classic qualifier Gary Klein reacted when he first picked-up Quantum’s new 5.4-ounce TourMg baitcasting reel.
Apparently, the highly respected editors of Field & Stream Magazine felt much like Klein when they fished with the TourMg in a head-to-head test against other reels, because very graciously, they have awarded the TourMg their prestigious “Best of the Best” award among all new freshwater baitcasting reels.
Magnesium is the fourth most common element in the Earth, but until now, its price has made it prohibitive for use in most reels. Quantum’s new TourMg finally makes a magnesium baitcasting reel affordable to avid anglers. As stated in the March issue of Field & Stream, “Good luck finding another genuine magnesium baitcaster for under $300.”
The TourMg is built with an extremely lightweight magnesium frame and gear side cover with a carbon palm side cover for a retail price that’s as much as three hundred dollars less than some of the magnesium baitcasters on the market.
Loaded with 11 PT bearings, an Internal Centrifugal cast control system not only helps dial-in spool tension to changes in lure weights and wind direction, but also helps reduce weight by taking heavier magnetic controls off the reel. Field & Stream editors stated the TourMg even delivered small lures without a hint of backlash.
Anglers won’t need to fear a drag failure when they slam home the hook with a TourMg in their hands, as Quantum’s exclusive Performance Tuned ceramic drag system will be there to endure the fight.
Priced around $279, and available in both a high-speed 7.0:1, and an all-purpose 6.3:1 gear ratio, the TourMg’s feather-like 5.4 ounces is among the absolute lightest of any reel in its category, at a savings of $60 – $300 when compared to other magnesium baitcasters.
“It seems like during my 30 years of fishing with Quantum that every year I swear it can’t get any better,” confesses Klein. “That’s how I thought about Smoke, then came EXO, and now the TourMg – it’s really amazing. You’d think I’d learn to trust our product managers when they tell me they’re working on something even better than we have right now.”
A Huge Move for Roumbanis
Elite Series Pro Fred Roumbanis will be running the new V-20 from Legend Boats this year. The new offering from Legend fits Boom Boom’s fishing style perfectly. Roumbanis is known to carry a ton of tackle in his boat, and the V-20 has more than enough from for even him. We spoke with Fred earlier today, and he had this to say: “the V-20 is the baddest boat on the planet. I need a boat with a lot of storage, and this one has it. The V-20 features the widest deck ever offered on a bass boat, and I am honored to be a part of the Legend family”.
Legend Marketing Manager Kody Bradbury told BassEast that they “couldn’t be more excited to have Fred in the new V-20 this year. He’ll be a huge part of introducing the most exciting thing we’ve ever done to the public”.
Fred’s Legend will be equipped with a Mercury 250 ProXS, 2 Power-Pole Blades, Lowrance electronics, MotorGuide trolling motor and The Equalizer.
Follow Fred at http://fredroumbanis.com and learn more about the all new V-20 from Legend Boats at http://ridewithalegend.com
A Hydrowave Option
After last weeks Bassmaster Classic you should believe sound effects fish.The Hydrowave is a must have if your a tournament angler or just fish for fun. Stetson Blaylock shares the features of the new Hydrowave Mini. If your fishing on a budget this is the unit for you.
“G” use the Equalizer
Gerald Swindle is the funniest guy on tour but a sore back that will put anyone in a bad mood. The Equalizer trolling motor assist system will help relive some of the pressures of a long day on the water. Swindle uses the Equalizer find out why.
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A Sleeper Bait
A secret bait made an appearance this past week at the 2014 Bassmaster Classic. Edwin Evers took the lead on day 2 of the Classic and later credited the Megabass Flap Slap for his 3rd place finish. The Flap Slap has long been a secret bait of the pros that catches them year around and really shines in colder water pre-spawn conditions.