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My first abu garcia rod. Maybe my last too
PostedJune 24, 2012
Anonymous
Age:25-34
Favorite type of fishing:Freshwater
Number of times fishing per month:4
Owns a boat:No
Experience:Intermediate
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2lb bass I caught
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the result of a 2lb bass
I caught a 2lb bass this morning in a pond. Once I got the fish near the bank my rod broke just above the bottom guide. I was able to grab the broken top half and pull the fish onto the land. Sad to say, my cheap 6lb line held up better than this expensive rod. I have included a pic of the rod and the fish. I just got this rod for father's day and this was the second time I used it. All in all, if a rod can't handle a 2lb bass, it ain't worth buying. Especially at the price of this rod.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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Bent Rod
Canada
Same thing happened to me.
Posted July 1, 2012
My rod broke in the exact same spot and Abu has not made it easy to replace.
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i paired a silvermax low profile casting reel with a 7' mh action vendetta1peice rod. not only is the combo sharp looking, but feel, balance, and sensitivity are spot on. this pairing beats out some more costly combo's hands down that i have used. i have used this combo for still fishing, top water baits, spinners, and others. very pleased and happy with this set up.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Why I Will Always Be "Abu Garcia For Life"
PostedMay 22, 2012
NassauRebel
from Jacksonville, Florida
Age:45-54
Favorite type of fishing:Freshwater
Number of times fishing per month:5+
Owns a boat:No
Experience:Intermediate
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The "setup"... Vendetta VTC73-6 rod with Revo STX-HS reel
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The reason for remaining loyal to Abu Garcia!
I have grown up with Abu Garcia products. My family used them before I came along and my Papa introduced me to AG before I could walk on my own good.
Recently, a local sporting goods store had a "tent sale" during which I was able to purchase four (4) Vendetta rods; 3 VTC73-6 and 1 VTC73-7 rods. I have three Revo reels (2 Revo STX-HS, 1 Revo S), a Black Max reel and two 5500C3 reels. I had been using your Ambassadeur "Tournament Grade" rods for these reels but had this excellent opportunity to "upgrade". My wife said "Happy early Father's Day" and told me to have fun.
Than evening, I didn't get to "test drive" them due to extremely bad weather (lightening) so I spent the evening transferring my three Revo reels and one of the 5500C3 reels to the new rods. The next day (Friday) was beautiful with blue bird skies and a nice breeze so I took advantage of the day and went out to "test" my new set-up.
In the beginning, I had some fun with a few short strikes and hits by fish too small to take the hook. Then, ironically enough, I had a 2# largemouth viciously hit at exactly 2:00pm. Less than five minutes later... well, I'll let the photos speak for themselves.
The Vendetta rods are perfectly balanced for the Revo reels but they work exceptionally well with the Black Max (Max Line of reels) as well as the traditional baitcasters. Their sensitivity is awesome compared to other rods in their class. As an example, I fished a tournament on Saturday, after having bought the rods on Thursday, and felt every little nibble and bump. I purchased the VTC73-7 (Heavy) to use for throwing an umbrella ("Alabama") rig and it handled the task extremely well.
BTW... the Vendetta VTC73-7 rod also works very well in flipping situations!
The Vendetta line of rods are definitely a series I will be recommending to anyone who needs a good rod but doesn't have a lot of money to drop on one.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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first and probably last a abu garcia product I will ever buy
PostedMay 16, 2012
Anonymous
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went fishing todayin galveston texas caught a whopping 5 inch redfish my abu garcia vendetta rod snapped I would expect more for the price of this rod I always buy ugly sticks thought I would try something new was very disappointed. I have contacted the company hopefully they will make this right. I have included a pic of the 5 inch redfish that this pro rod couldn't handle...
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
Response from Abu GarciaAbu GarciaMay 18, 2012
Sorry to hear you had an issue with your Vendetta rod. All V series rods carry a 3 year warranty - we will be happy to take care of your case. One of our customer service representatives will reach out to you at the email address that you submitted with this review. We understand your frustration and will work hard to get your issue taken care of so you can get back to fishing.
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Davin
Mississippi
Really?
Posted January 21, 2013
I find that hard to believe... A 5 inch fish breaking a rod? And a vendetta on top of that? Do warranties cover rods accidentally slammed in tailgates?
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I wish you would have included a picture of the rod tip/where and how it was broke. I have broken several rods throughout my years of fishin, 90% of them are from my own clumsiness. Pinching in a car door, a sharp jab to the tip against an object, unnoticed hair line cracks, holding the rod at an odd angle under weight. I also fish Ugly Stick rods because most of them can put up with the abuse I described above 'better' then a graphite rod, but at the same time you have to appreciate the sensitivity of a quality graphite rod compared to a Stick.
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the rods are not in relation to the reels . My vendetta was broken too. the reels are very good. regards from germany...
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