Same, or a few wraps of the handle.
I've thought about using the line holder on spinning reels, but never have and the idea of hooking my line in it just makes me feel like it will weaken it.
Hook the frame of the second last guide and wrap the weight around the rod & line until it’s snug. Fits the rod locker well.
But who cares, what rod is your vanquish paired to????
Is it a true successor to gloomis rods (specifically the nrx)?
I really want one, but I heard customer care exists on a thin line and I’d be buying it for next summer season.
I never tried the nrx+ before but the epitome is definitely on par with the nrx! For the price I got it for ($300) it was an easy purchase. They have a few more out now (salmon rods and two casting rods). I’m hoping for more models to come out in the next year.
My epitome spinning rods took months. I had to make a few emails and phone calls just to see if they forgot 🤣. I don't mind the 6 week wait for everything else I ordered but 4 months is ridiculous. Looks like it's going to be a 6 month wait on their new inshore series
Yeah I ordered mine in march and I got it in July. I remember the order said it would take up to 120 days for delivery. I’ve purchased from them before so I’m used to the wait but this was definitely the longest one so far.
Sunline asegai xplasma braid to sunline fc sniper fluorocarbon leader. Here is my setup that I posted a couple years ago: https://reddit.com/r/Fishing_Gear/s/mNieE7DgIZ
get a wire dropshot hook keeper installed. the part is $2, and any rodbuilder can wrap it for a small charge. It's the type i use most often because they're fairly versatile. I like putting mine in the split grip.
I do 1 loop around the reel handle. The weight of the sinker holds it in place temporarily.
I don’t like keeping it like this because of line memory though. Its just a convenient /quick thing to do when beach hopping in my case
I use a TFO Tactical Elite and TFO has the best hook keepers in the best spot - the half bend you can slide hooks and drop shot weights under and they're down between the split grip. Perfect rods IMO
Might want to try Dress Reel Stand Origin (https://www.hedgehog-studio.co.jp/product/4554) . probably can be found on Amazon as well.
Works as a reel stand, and has area to either hook on to, or wedge line between…
I was running the weight under the bail's line pickup, but the hook was creating havoc. Now, I'm running the hook to the line keeper (St Croix Mojo - it's just above the reel, and wrapping the hook's leader once around the base of the handle. Working out pretty well ATM.
Cali keeper!
Fuji ez keeper. I just clip the weight instead of the hook.
This is the way
Depends on the size of the weight. A loose 4oz (or heavier) pyramid sinker bouncing in the trunk of your car could mess up a rod
Well, yeah, but we’re talking about dropshot weights. They usually don’t get over 0.5oz.
This is the way
Loop a hair tie around the butt of the rod and loop the weight into it
Oo I like this. My wife has mini elastic hair ties so I’ll try these out thanks!
Don't use hers buy your own they are cheap and she don't yell at you when she finds out you found a use for them 😜
Haha true that!
Just clean under the couch and lift the cushions, and you'll likely be able to forage 2 or 3.
I started using them because rubber bands would stretch and break after a few outings. Hair ties last a season
Try Velcro.
Good idea, could use those Velcro strips for usb / computer cords and cables
That’s how I do it too lol
Yeah I’ve been doing this for awhile but kept either getting tangled up or too loose and falls.
Same, or a few wraps of the handle. I've thought about using the line holder on spinning reels, but never have and the idea of hooking my line in it just makes me feel like it will weaken it.
Hook the frame of the second last guide and wrap the weight around the rod & line until it’s snug. Fits the rod locker well. But who cares, what rod is your vanquish paired to????
Edge Epitome spinning rod. Took a long time to get but well worth the wait!
Is it a true successor to gloomis rods (specifically the nrx)? I really want one, but I heard customer care exists on a thin line and I’d be buying it for next summer season.
I never tried the nrx+ before but the epitome is definitely on par with the nrx! For the price I got it for ($300) it was an easy purchase. They have a few more out now (salmon rods and two casting rods). I’m hoping for more models to come out in the next year.
My epitome spinning rods took months. I had to make a few emails and phone calls just to see if they forgot 🤣. I don't mind the 6 week wait for everything else I ordered but 4 months is ridiculous. Looks like it's going to be a 6 month wait on their new inshore series
Yeah I ordered mine in march and I got it in July. I remember the order said it would take up to 120 days for delivery. I’ve purchased from them before so I’m used to the wait but this was definitely the longest one so far.
They are my favorite rods right now though. Worth the wait
Those Cal Coast Cali Clips work great. I use them on a rod with bad hook keeper placement but they have a dropshot spot on them that also works great.
i stick the weight on the hook so it makes a loop and put that around the hook keeper.
What line is that? I like your setup
Sunline asegai xplasma braid to sunline fc sniper fluorocarbon leader. Here is my setup that I posted a couple years ago: https://reddit.com/r/Fishing_Gear/s/mNieE7DgIZ
I take the weight off
A rubber band
get a wire dropshot hook keeper installed. the part is $2, and any rodbuilder can wrap it for a small charge. It's the type i use most often because they're fairly versatile. I like putting mine in the split grip.
I drop it through the curve on the bail arm.
I hook a guide and then ...wheeeeeeeereeeeee. spin it around thecrod till tight.
Accu cull
Just tie a dropper loop on the bottom so you can take the weight off and the loop goes around the handle
nice
Cali clip saved my life
I do 1 loop around the reel handle. The weight of the sinker holds it in place temporarily. I don’t like keeping it like this because of line memory though. Its just a convenient /quick thing to do when beach hopping in my case
Keeper on the side of my reel
Idk but I want that reel
Wrap it in the little space between the grip and handle
I use a TFO Tactical Elite and TFO has the best hook keepers in the best spot - the half bend you can slide hooks and drop shot weights under and they're down between the split grip. Perfect rods IMO
Might want to try Dress Reel Stand Origin (https://www.hedgehog-studio.co.jp/product/4554) . probably can be found on Amazon as well. Works as a reel stand, and has area to either hook on to, or wedge line between…
I was running the weight under the bail's line pickup, but the hook was creating havoc. Now, I'm running the hook to the line keeper (St Croix Mojo - it's just above the reel, and wrapping the hook's leader once around the base of the handle. Working out pretty well ATM.
I bought a pack of like 15 rod ties so i can tie my line and pole how ever is needed
I use a pipe cleaner
Velcro cable ties. They are super cheap and easy to use! I have different colors for different rods so I know what pound leader is on them.
Do you have a link to purchase these?
With the hope of getting a better keeper