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4.4/ 5
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4.9/ 5
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32 out of 36(89%)reviewers recommend this product.
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4.5/ 5
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32 out of 36(89%)reviewers recommend this product.
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Lot's of fun!
PostedMarch 28, 2013
RJ
from Holmdel, NJ
Age:55-65
Favorite type of fishing:Saltwater
Number of times fishing per month:5+
Owns a boat:No
Experience:Expert
Strength/Durability
5/ 5
Sensitivity
5/ 5
Action
5/ 5
Craftsmanship
5/ 5
I have seven of these rods, two of these rods (VLC80-7 8'), and I love them, I have a (RVO TR WNCH 61) mounted with 17lb Nanofil. I use this for the most for Stripers and blues, everyone thought I was nutz on the boat (might be true), but a few of the regulars have moved that way. It is a blast when you get a big blue on or a 30lb Striper. I have never lost a fish do to equipment, just my haste or stupidity of not paying attention. I also have the (VLS71-6 Spinning) with a (Revo Premier 20 (PRM20)) with the same line on it. I use this for when we are into smaller Stripers or big Fluke.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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5/ 5
Best Abu Rod ever designed/made!
PostedMarch 18, 2013
Mid-West BASSINATOR
from WI
Age:25-34
Favorite type of fishing:Freshwater
Number of times fishing per month:5+
Owns a boat:No
Experience:Intermediate
Strength/Durability
5/ 5
Sensitivity
5/ 5
Action
5/ 5
Craftsmanship
5/ 5
I've always been a faithful St. Croix fan boy until this rod came out. I picked up the 7'1" MH Fast action and paired it with the Revo Gen 2 SX 11 bearings 6.4:1. I only bought the Revo Gen 2 because I got for a great deal (BIN $ 55). This combo is incredibly light (Revo Gen 3 would've been lighter) compared to my 7' M Fast EXO PT rod/reel combo and 7'6" H Fast St. Croix Avid with Pfluger Patriarch combo. Thanks Abu Garcia for feeding my addiction to fishing some more! I will definitely be buying 3-5 more of these rods and also an MGX LH retrieve, the Premier LH retrieve and 2 more Revo Gen 3 SXs in a couple of months. I am a converted man and will never ever use anything else other then Abu Garcia! Abu Garcia FOR LIFE!!!!!
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I have always been a fan and strong supporter of ABU. Having fished professionally, filmed 131 + fishing tip shows in Florida and having operated a guide service, I have tested many products. I highly recommend Villain rods. For the price, I feel this rod will deliver fishermen an excellent product. Taken care of properly, you will get many fising trips out of your Villain rod.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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3/ 5
Villiam M/L Rod - The foam ripped off!!
PostedFebruary 26, 2013
PMaddaloni
from Harrison, New York
Age:35-44
Favorite type of fishing:Freshwater
Number of times fishing per month:5+
Owns a boat:No
Experience:Intermediate
Strength/Durability
3/ 5
Craftsmanship
1/ 5
I took up fishing in July 2012 and in the past month bought an MGX, Winch and this Villian rod. I just received the M/L version of this rod and before I EVEN HAD A CHANCE TO FISH WITH IT, the foam on the butt/handle ripped off at the very bottom. The rod was being stored in my closet, a place where it's barely touched and where the foam should be kept intact (at least until fishing season :). I can't speak to the sensitivity, action, etc. because I haven't had a chance to fish with the rod yet. I do, however, expect the rod to handle well, though I have to say I'm a little disappointed about the durability/craftsmanship.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
Response from Abu GarciaAbu GarciaFebruary 27, 2013
Good morning and thank you for reaching out to us. What you describe is not normal and is actually the first case that we have heard of about the EVA foam being an issue on our rods. It may have been damaged during shipping or on the shelf causing the ultimate failure that you have now. No worries though as we are here to help. All Abu Garcia "V" series rods carry a 3 year warranty - one of our customer service representatives has already been notified about your case and will reach out to you shortly at the email address that you provided with this review. We will work hard to get you back to fishing quickly. Have a great day!
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PMaddaloni
Harrison, NY
Abu Garcia has EARNED MY LOYALTY FOR LIFE!
Posted March 11, 2013
Shortly after posting my review, in which I detailed that the foam ripped off of my new Villian rod, I got an email from Abu asking for photos and my mailing address. A week later I received a REPLACEMENT ROD. I didn't even ask for a replacement. WOW, that is fantastic service. They have earned my loyalty for life.
Thanks Abu Garcia!
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