Tcurve deep jig 200 V's Tcurve Revolution Vertical Jig. PE4.

[Gozz]

Hi guys.
I'm after a jig rod to suit a 10000 saragosa spooled with 50pnd braid.
I will be using jigs between 150 and 250gms.
I was thinking one of the above mentioned rods.
What do you guys think about these rods for kings around Eden or any other rods you may think are better for around the $200 mark.
Thanks.

[hooknpull]

Forget the revolution. It's the el cheapo of tcurve. I have a 200 overhead that is a great rod. I have the same reel for my father but it is paired to a daiwa demon blood. It's roughly the same price and definitely a must have for that reel. I absolutely hate daiwa stuff but this rod I cannot fault with some great trophy fish under it's belt.

[TimD]

T Curve Deep Jig rods are good value for money as are the new Daiwa Monster Mesh rod's :thumbsup:



cheers tim :)

[four_button_arnie]

Mate go the deep jig! Awesome rods, I've got a 200 and 400 spin and a 400 overhead for reds, bloody love em!

[Gozz]

Thanks fellers.
I have the 400 deep jig spin and love it.
Will the 200 deep jig handle kings to 15 kg if I'm lucky enough to hook one.
Thanks.

[Jigsrule]

Excellent rods mate. Have the 200 and 400 in spin and OH and cant fault them. The 200 should handle a 15kg king with ease

[Gozz]

Excellent rods mate. Have the 200 and 400 in spin and OH and cant fault them. The 200 should handle a 15kg king with ease

Thanks champ.
I think I'll head down to the tackle store in the morning and grab a 200 deep jig.

[Brent_P]

Like phantomboy said, the 200 will handle 15kg kingfish, no problem. They're a popular rod and been round a while, so I've seen a few people jigging and livebaiting with them. I haven't heard of one breaking, either (but don't high-stick it, just in case!)

Brent.

[Gozz]

Like phantomboy said, the 200 will handle 15kg kingfish, no problem. They're a popular rod and been round a while, so I've seen a few people jigging and livebaiting with them. I haven't heard of one breaking, either (but don't high-stick it, just in case!)

Brent.

Thanks mate.
My 400 has 80pnd braid and most fish I've caught on it have hardly pulled drag of so this is why I've downsized to the 200 deepjig /1000 gosa.
8000 Stradic FJ with 30pnd braid may be the downsize from the 200/10000 gosa.

[camw308]

I dont rate the t curve 200,i snapped one at the base last year in nz,after a few good fish it gave way,no high sticking involved,id stretch your budget a little and get a daiwa saltist demon blood if i was you.

cam

[Tangles]

also consider a Wilson Venom 250g in the mix

[Gozz]

I dont rate the t curve 200,i snapped one at the base last year in nz,after a few good fish it gave way,no high sticking involved,id stretch your budget a little and get a daiwa saltist demon blood if i was you.

cam

Can i just ask what reel/drag u where running on the 200 deep jig.
I will be running about 7 to 8 kg of drag.
I should be safe with that amount of drag shouldn't I.
Would shimano warranty cover this.
Thanks.

[Giveitacrack]

Try and get your hands on a old model Jigwrex.Rayannes has them on runout for $249.Next step up from a Tcurve.I have one with a Saragosa 18000.

[Gozz]

Try and get your hands on a old model Jigwrex.Rayannes has them on runout for $249.Next step up from a Tcurve.I have one with a Saragosa 18000.

Nice.
What size/weight would you recommend for a 10000 gosa and 50pnd braid.
Thanks.

[Brent_P]

I dont rate the t curve 200,i snapped one at the base last year in nz,after a few good fish it gave way,no high sticking involved,id stretch your budget a little and get a daiwa saltist demon blood if i was you.

cam

OK, so now I've heard of one breaking...

Gozz, if you've already bought the 200, I wouldn't be too worried if you're planning to use only 7-8kg drag, but I think Cam is right - the Daiwa Demon Blood rods are probably better. I use a Daiwa Saltist Ahi ST LD-60 PE 4/5 overhead rod for my lighter setup, and I'm pretty sure the Saltist LD (all overhead) range uses the same type of blanks as the Demon Blood, just painted a different colour - they're around the same price and have the same sort of 'feel' to them. Both ranges have very light and slim blanks for their line ratings.

I will say, though, that in NZ, at White Island and other big fish locations around the top half of the North Island, 15kg kingfish are considered 'rats' and hardly worth mentioning. Just look at the 25kg+ kingie in Cam's avatar. ;D

Cheers,
Brent.

[Giveitacrack]

Nice.
What size/weight would you recommend for a 10000 gosa and 50pnd braid.
Thanks.

Shimano JigWrex Jig Rods - 2009 Series
Clearance Price - Limited Stock!
Deep Water Rods With Power
Dual Stage Blank Design
Super Light & Powerfull Carbon Composite
Fuji Silicone "SIC" Guides
Heavy Duty Fuji Reel Seat
Aluminum Gimble

JigWrex S526 , Length 1.57m , Line Class Max PE6 ( Ideal 50-60lb Braid) , Jig Weight Max 200g or
JigWrex S554, Length 1.65m , Line Class Max PE4 ( Ideal 30-50lb Braid) , Jig Weight Max 150g

Probably the lighter model for the Saragosa 10000.I have S526 with the Saragosa 18000 and use up to 300 gram jigs

[camw308]

Can i just ask what reel/drag u where running on the 200 deep jig.
I will be running about 7 to 8 kg of drag.
I should be safe with that amount of drag shouldn't I.
Would shimano warranty cover this.
Thanks.

I was running a trynos 16 with drag around the 7 kilo mark if i remember correctly,it snapped right were the blank is sleved into the handle,if you can stretch to $350 get a jigging master 280b,great rod for the price,as for a warrenty with shimano i have no idea how that would go,also the king fish in nz seem to punch alot harder that the ones over here so you should probably be fine,fingers crossed

[Gozz]

Can I say to you blokes.
If I though I was confused before about wich rod to get I know now I am definitely confused. Ha ha ha.
I went to pick up a 200 deep jig yesterday buy the feller I always deal with had the day of so I was going to go back today.
If I could get the 200 deep jig for $229 plus postage would it be worth it then.
Tell you the truth I loved the tcurve vertical jig the most but all comments seem to be to stay away from them.
Hmmmmm the 2009 jig wrex sounds very nice. Is this rod better then the rods I've mentioned.
Thanks.

[Giveitacrack]

The 2009 jigwrex is better than the Tcurve...IMO.Sic guides,better blank and I think they are made in Japan.I know blokes with the new Jigwrex and they prefer the old one.I was sold on the Tcurve until I got my hands on the old model Jigwrex at the same price.

[Gozz]

Thanks for all your help guys.
I ended up buying a deep jig 200 and without having a fish on it yet it feels like a perfect match up to the 10000 gosa.
The deep jig 200 also has sic guides and same reel seat as the earlier jig wrex so it may be just the blank that is different.
Hanging to give it a go now on the kings and tuna.

[Jigsrule]

One of my t curve 200 is matched to a spheros 10000fb and its a perfect match just like yours should be. You have a very good entry level to middle of the road jigging combo! Should catch just about anything mate except maybe a 40kg dogtooth tuna LOL