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Old 28-03-2006, 06:30 AM   #1
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Budget Popping Outfits

Anyone here has suggestions for budget popping outfits I guess this is to benefit those on a tighter budget for gear... please bear in mind that your recommendations should, if possible, be tested and proven to be "GT Proof"
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Old 26-06-2006, 04:33 PM   #2
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Hi....for a budget rod I still stick to ATC 7'6", rated for PE-6. It's proven to be a GT slaughter, by my self up to around 20kg and by friend of mine up to approx. 50kg......

I've heard about what happen to ATC exploded in Bali....but that was not while in fighting with the beast, it happen while being tested again the fence or a tree with very high drag ! Perhaps it was inspired from some crazy guys in the caranx forum.....

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Here is a budget popper !

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NICE!! Any instructions/diagrams on how to make that Al Cheapo popper? Oh by the way, Hock Heng is now selling a Penex Poder lookalike and AO has the Caranx Pen. Should go take a look when you're in town Jon.
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The Lemax Grand Tournament GT 86 is not bad either. Landed a 19kg GT at Louisa at ease. Have not got a chance to test it, against those mama.
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Old 05-07-2006, 11:59 PM   #6
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Good Input guys. Keep it up!
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Re: Budget Popping Outfits

Hi guys,

I am new to this forum and as indeed to bluewater battles.

I am looking at budget outfits to try out popping. I have been told about Lemax's GT80P and its GTi but I can't seemed to find in SG.

1. Does anyone know where can I go have a look see?

As for the reel, I don't think I can afford the likes of Stella 10000HG or Saltiga Z6500GT.... So I am considering the new Shimano Saragosa 8000H(5:2:1)/ Navi8000PG since I can also use it for jigging.

2. Does anyone have any experience with the Saragosa model? Opinions?
3. I heard that this range can be use for popping and it has a bailless kit for; but the 14-18000 model is only 4:9:1? Can it really be use for popping? What advantages does going 'bailless' have?

4. I hope I don't sound too dumb but what's a 'decent' outfit going to be like and its costs...say for popping ard the region without venturing into the territories of the huge 'mamas' and 'papas'?

Do forgive if I am longwinded but I am trying to get into bluewater realm being poison with all the pictures and procrastinating.... thanks for the patience though.

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Re: Budget Popping Outfits

Cheap~~~~try AJIKING, few Brunei kakis bring PE#8 to Dubai landed 28-40kg GT, but the video boring cos' all GT takes long time to land and if the skipper didn't adjust boat angle for them think rod *piak* already.
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Re: Budget Popping Outfits

Thanks 12345.... i've seen that but somehow it doesn't feel right when I hold it, seems a little heavy too...

Anything else you can recommend?
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Re: Budget Popping Outfits

Ajiking and Lemax are the only cheap rod i've seen people used, the rest all high end so ........
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Re: Budget Popping Outfits

Yea, looks like you're right.

Guess its either low or High.... Oh well, think i'll try the Lemax Grand Tournament but I've heard it is rather stiff when controling the fish... peanuts and monkeys I guess.....

BTW, how's the performance of Shimano's Kaibutsu? I've also heard that a newer T-Curve rod for popping is out in OZ...
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Re: Budget Popping Outfits

Shel, i own a kaibutsu and did my first popping on it. Try goin to this thread Popping & jigging trip Brunei waters
If you have the budget, then its a good mid range rod and value for money too. You should watch the Caranx kaibutsu dvd and look at the action of different models which will suit your needs.Hope this helps you making up your mind on the popping rod.
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Yea, looks like you're right.

Guess its either low or High.... Oh well, think i'll try the Lemax Grand Tournament but I've heard it is rather stiff when controling the fish... peanuts and monkeys I guess.....

BTW, how's the performance of Shimano's Kaibutsu? I've also heard that a newer T-Curve rod for popping is out in OZ...
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Re: Budget Popping Outfits

Hi Bros,

I am trying to do both bottom/popping on my next trip. I had a Daiwa Saltiga Z30L paired with Hiramasa 56HB rod for bottom fishing. Don't know which popping rod for Saltiga Z4500H to married now (don't want to married Daiwa any more, will try another JDM brand). And what weight & size of popper will work for a beginner like me ?

It would help if you guy pros can give me some advice so that i can make a right choice.

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Re: Budget Popping Outfits

Try the Shimano Kaibutsu Light Pleasure Jimmy. It'll match your Z4500 pretty nicely!
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Re: Budget Popping Outfits

Thanks Stickbom bro.
I also get advice from some bros to try Zenaq Fokeeto 76 and/or 80 Trevally.
What do you think about Shimano & Zenaq ? Which one is better ?
Thanks again.
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Re: Budget Popping Outfits

I think the 83-7 zenaq no stock liao. Let mi noe if u can find one. Been looking for one too.
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Re: Budget Popping Outfits

Dude, tjhe zenaq have quite a goor respond frm it due to its price. As far as i know, they doesnt seem to be any complain on the Caranx Kaibutsu.


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I also get advice from some bros to try Zenaq Fokeeto 76 and/or 80 Trevally.
What do you think about Shimano & Zenaq ? Which one is better ?
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Akudou, care to share more?
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Re: Budget Popping Outfits

Which one do u wanna know more about? do u have an msn? maybe we can discuss


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Hi Akudou,
Zenaq Fokeeto, can you give us some advice on this ?
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Yup, the Zenaq as im looking at this rod for mi maldives trip too.
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Any ups about the Saragosa. Is it enough for popping in the Maldives?
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Re: Budget Popping Outfits

As far as im concern, i have some reviews from my someone who has the jigging rods. I believe the popping rods are very new. How much is it compared to the caranx kaibutsu?



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Zenaq Fokeeto, can you give us some advice on this ?
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As far as im concern, i have some reviews from my someone who has the jigging rods. I believe the popping rods are very new. How much is it compared to the caranx kaibutsu?
i think the diff in price range from $250 to $350 of course with the kaibutsu on the lower side.
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eeyore bro,
Do you mean Kaibutsu price tag is us$250 to us$350 ? Or it's cheaper than Zenaq us$250 to us$350. Thanks.
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