Zipplex GB3, Zziplex M4

[Birdnest]

Hi all,

Been reading about this rod but not much of details found, anyway anyone here uses any of these rods?

Q : It is not a full tournament rod but is it ok for a full blown pendulum such as X-Cast

Q : Will it collapsed if cast with a 150gr sinker (Pendulum)

I'm also interested in Century Ccc LD but no local tackle here carry these rod, and if i read the m'sia forum correctly bro Asnaf have one and it's his main 125gr rod... (Wish i could own one)

Fell in love at first site with the M4, its slim (22mm), light and transport friendly due to its equal length

Really appreciate any input between the two cos i might want to add to my collection

[physlo]

Birdnest,

I choose the M4 over the XTR 50-50 from the last batch of Zzippy brought in by Sabre last year with almost the same reasons, transport friendly since it’s of equal length and the ‘slimmer profile for better grip’. I’m no expert on the X-cast but nevertheless tried a few rounds soon after I got mine. Based on personal view, I felt the rod is better suited for 150gm over the 125gm. The 125gm may not get the best out of this rod. I have yet to try on the 150gm since casting season is now slow. Zziplex M4 is parabolic action rod but still offer fast recoil. However the butt section feels slightly softer than the XTR 50-50 which may not be a liking to some of our local casters.

Choosing the correct rod is always a headache unless you come down and have a few throws with what is available by our kakis. Hope you make your decision quick as I know of someone who is eyeing the last piece...hahahaha.

Cheers!
physlo

[JoshuaTan]

Originally Posted by Birdnest

Hi all,

Been reading about this rod but not much of details found, anyway anyone here uses any of these rods?

Q : It is not a full tournament rod but is it ok for a full blown pendulum such as X-Cast

Q : Will it collapsed if cast with a 150gr sinker (Pendulum)

I'm also interested in Century Ccc LD but no local tackle here carry these rod, and if i read the m'sia forum correctly bro Asnaf have one and it's his main 125gr rod... (Wish i could own one)

Fell in love at first site with the M4, its slim (22mm), light and transport friendly due to its equal length

Really appreciate any input between the two cos i might want to add to my collection

Hi Birdnest,

We had the Century Ccc LD on stocks and just arrive yesterday.

Thank you.

Joshua Tan

[Birdnest]

Originally Posted by JoshuaTan

Hi Birdnest,

We had the Century Ccc LD on stocks and just arrive yesterday.

Thank you.

Joshua Tan

Bro,

Can i have your tackle shop address please

Regards

[Birdnest]

Originally Posted by physlo

Birdnest,

I choose the M4 over the XTR 50-50 from the last batch of Zzippy brought in by Sabre last year with almost the same reasons, transport friendly since it’s of equal length and the ‘slimmer profile for better grip’. I’m no expert on the X-cast but nevertheless tried a few rounds soon after I got mine. Based on personal view, I felt the rod is better suited for 150gm over the 125gm. The 125gm may not get the best out of this rod. I have yet to try on the 150gm since casting season is now slow. Zziplex M4 is parabolic action rod but still offer fast recoil. However the butt section feels slightly softer than the XTR 50-50 which may not be a liking to some of our local casters.

Choosing the correct rod is always a headache unless you come down and have a few throws with what is available by our kakis. Hope you make your decision quick as I know of someone who is eyeing the last piece...hahahaha.

Cheers!
physlo

Bro physlo,

Tks for the info for the M4 but what about 3pc Zziplex GB3 lite (rated 3-7oz), you have any idea (information) about this rod.


Rdgs

[JoshuaTan]

Originally Posted by Birdnest

Bro,

Can i have your tackle shop address please

Regards

Deepsea Boating & Fishing Accessories
267 Beach Road,
Singapore 199545.
Tel: 65-6398-1266
Fax: 65-6298-1267

Thank you.

Joshua Tan

[physlo]

Originally Posted by Birdnest

Bro physlo,

Tks for the info for the M4 but what about 3pc Zziplex GB3 lite (rated 3-7oz), you have any idea (information) about this rod.


Rdgs

No idea. Never seen or tried the GB3 lite before.

Regards
physlo

[broonn]

Guys,

Appreciate if anyone can tell me what is the M4 blank cost in Sinngapore?

Cheers.

[Birdnest]

Originally Posted by broonn

Guys,

Appreciate if anyone can tell me what is the M4 blank cost in Sinngapore?

Cheers.

Its around SGD830++

[broonn]

Many Thank you Birdy for the info.

Cheers.

[craighk]

Is the Zziplex GB3 Lite available in Singapore (or Hong Kong)? The price quoted is very good and I really fancy getting one of these rods.

It has been a long time since I have done any shore/beach fishing but I am slowly getting back into it. The last Zziplex I purchased was an NG2 which most of you will probably never heard of as it was 20 years ago!

Great rods though - total quality.

[craighk]

Some nice info re Zziplex's here:

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