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    Posted: 01 Feb 2008 at 7:43pm
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Have just watched the 2 asian jigging dvds, awesome - thanks Chris. Can you guys tell me the difference between the 2 rods above? On the website they are both rated pe 4-8. I am wanting to use 37kg braid in the cook straight, mainly for kings but also puka, which one will be best? (I am a novice to this new style of jigging)
Will be putting a OJ 4000p on it.
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I am hoping to use my JM Terminator 400 on some bluenose next Friday in cook strait. Will let you know how it goes Wink. We may need a guy to fill a spot so if you are keen, pm me your phone number.

It depends on how heavy jigs you use on the rod. I've used up to 300-420gm with no problems on the TP 400 and I have been told the 400 is fine for up to 500gm jigs.
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gidday Mark, glad you enjoyed the DVD's.  I would recommend probably the JM500 for what you are wanting because of its ability to swing heavier jigs/lead than the JM400.   Keep in mind that you will need to match the jig weight within 25% of the rod rating to successfully jig Japanese style.  Let me know if you are interested in the rods Thumbs%20Up

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Chris.............
 
What rod would you recomend for me
 
Reel is Stella, I use what ever jigs I can get my hands on ie. 300 - 600 grams.
 
And where in Tokoland can I get one or do I get one via Wellywood?
 
What are the options available etc
 
In advance............Thanks.
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you can try mine out Murf on sunday it's a 500 and a pure weapon
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Thanks Chris, will contact you direct. Cheers sooshee, but I live in Blenheim, would like to still make a trip once I sort an outfit. (might have to pick the rod up so I can get a knot tying lessonWink)
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Originally posted by stellajigger stellajigger wrote:

you can try mine out Murf on sunday it's a 500 and a pure weapon
 
I think there might be a PS500 going cheaply since the swimmers have found a home!
give it death!
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Originally posted by ChrisW ChrisW wrote:

Originally posted by stellajigger stellajigger wrote:

you can try mine out Murf on sunday it's a 500 and a pure weapon
 
I think there might be a PS500 going cheaply since the swimmers have found a home!
you mean the swim team.... Big%20smile
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I think there might be a PS500 going cheaply since the swimmers have found a home!
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LOL'WRONG' Wink
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