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Divisadero wrote:I have the 8' 6" 6-28g Argento RV. I have only used it a few times so can't give a detailed review. My other rod is the original 2009 8' 6" Bushwhacker. Compared to the Bushwhacker the Argento feels far lighter in the hand (is more wand-like if you like) and isn't as stiff but is still fast actioned. I have mine paired with a 4000 size Shimano Rarenium which balances perfectly. This is a light reel and weighs about the same as a 2500/3000 size Exage or similar Shimano. As might be expected the rod is better with lighter sp's than the heavier Bushwhacker. It will also handle hard lures and sp's up to its max rating but is perfect with 'standard' hard lures and also sp's up to around the 20g mark.
A word of warning like many rods designed for the Japanese market it has a shorter handle when compared to a lot of other lure rods such as the Bushwhacker. This takes a bit of getting used to. From what I can gather some anglers love the shorter handled rods and now find the standard handles clumsy in comparison. However others can't get used to them.
Walter
Thu Dec 13, 2012 7:43 am
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wobbie10 wrote:Thanks for that review, looks like i know what i want for xmas.
Been using the bushwacker myself but finding it a little too stiff.
Is there anywhere in Ireland that sells the Graphiteleader ?
Would rather shop local but can only see them on uk sites
Thu Dec 13, 2012 7:17 pm
wobbie10 wrote:Thanks for that review, looks like i know what i want for xmas.
Been using the bushwacker myself but finding it a little too stiff.
Is there anywhere in Ireland that sells the Graphiteleader ?
Would rather shop local but can only see them on uk sites