Daiwa Exceler/Abu Vengeance combo

sac · 03-02-10, 12:16 AM

Purchased it from Aquasuperstore.com. They shipped it to me fast and exactly what I ordered lol

So, the Daiwa Exceler.....this is my first Daiwa and probably wont be the last. I've been told they have a mechanical feel to them, not so much a buttery smoothness. So true! It is quit a bit louder than any other BC I've used, but not crazy loud. I ordered a 6.3:1 because that was the only lefty the had, but when I opened the box it was a 7.1:1. Which is exacly what I wanted. SCORE! The swept handle rocks! Overall, I'm super happy with my choice and would replace it if were lost or stolen. Awesome reel for $58!

Now for the Abu Vengeance rod, I got the 7' MH. It feels great, pulled in a couple Bass on this combo and had no problems. The EVA grip is awesome and the reel seat fits my hand very well. The construction quality of the rod is top notch! Can't find a better for the money, which was $32. I WILL be buying more Abu rods, very impressive. PICS!

WTL · 03-02-10, 12:50 AM

The quality available in the value market these days really is amazing. It truly is a gilded age for the monkey.

TN_Bassin · 03-02-10, 01:08 AM

I agree with WTL. That is one sweet looking setup. I don't think I have ever put together a sweeter looking combo for under a hundred. Congratulations.

ps: looks like someone was able to pull off the full EVA foam handle look without making the rod look cheap-o.

Bassboss · 03-02-10, 08:56 AM

Wow, that's a pretty nice looking combo man, the red and orange high lights on reel go perfectly with the rod! I also really like the feel of the knobs and handle of the Exceler, just from hold them in stores. Hope you like it!

BigBassin144 · 03-02-10, 09:38 AM

Congrats on the new combo, you'll be happy with your Daiwa. Looks great on the rod too!.

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Originally Posted by TN_Bassin

ps: looks like someone was able to pull off the full EVA foam handle look without making the rod look cheap-o.

You're right, they did manage to make a nice looking full EVA grip. I think the aluminum highlights help.

BB

BassinNC · 03-02-10, 09:47 AM

Congrats on your new toys, that is one sweet looking combo.

basstastic · 03-02-10, 10:26 AM

The set up looks great. I hate the fact that you got to test your new toys out already all i can do it flip to a snow pile in my front yard lol. Congrats on the new rig.

BigBassin144 · 03-02-10, 10:47 AM

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Originally Posted by basstastic

The set up looks great. I hate the fact that you got to test your new toys out already all i can do it flip to a snow pile in my front yard lol. Congrats on the new rig.

That sounds a lot like me, lol.

BB

Jrob78 · 03-02-10, 11:13 AM

I've got that reel in that gear ratio. I've been really happy with mine. It performs better than the price suggests and I payed full price for mine. Mine did start out a little rough, not so much rough but not buttery smooth. It smoothed out after a good bearing flush and re-lube and some time on the water. I think you will be very happy with yours.

I agree with the others that the rod doesn't look bad at all with the full eva grip. I think the trim pieces make all the difference in the world. Nice combo and great price!

nova385 · 03-02-10, 12:45 PM

Glad to see you like that Vengeance rod, I got 2 of them in Jan., but have not been able to try them out (hard water). I stuck a catalyst PT on one and a Advantage HSTA on the other. The catalyst orange looks like it was made for that rod.

sac · 03-02-10, 01:49 PM

Jrob78, yeah I'm going to Hot sause everything when I have it apart for the custom paint job

Jrob78 · 03-02-10, 04:00 PM

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Originally Posted by sac

Jrob78, yeah I'm going to Hot sause everything when I have it apart for the custom paint job

Custom paint job huh? Definitely post pics of that!

sac · 03-02-10, 04:30 PM

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Originally Posted by Jrob78

Custom paint job huh? Definitely post pics of that!

It will bring the combo together fo sho, and pics will def be posted

Too bad I don't have this color on hand, so I have to order it and wait for it to come in

It will be worth it though......

sac · 03-04-10, 03:46 PM

lol Just sold the Exceler to a friend with a old rod to make room for the new Revo SX/ Vendetta combo. Good reel but I think I deserve the new Revo SX lol.

My Energy PT is going on the Vengeance now

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03-02-10, 12:16 AM	#1
sac BassFishin.Com Active Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Punta Gorda FL Posts: 290	Daiwa Exceler/Abu Vengeance combo Purchased it from Aquasuperstore.com. They shipped it to me fast and exactly what I ordered lol So, the Daiwa Exceler.....this is my first Daiwa and probably wont be the last. I've been told they have a mechanical feel to them, not so much a buttery smoothness. So true! It is quit a bit louder than any other BC I've used, but not crazy loud. I ordered a 6.3:1 because that was the only lefty the had, but when I opened the box it was a 7.1:1. Which is exacly what I wanted. SCORE! The swept handle rocks! Overall, I'm super happy with my choice and would replace it if were lost or stolen. Awesome reel for $58! Now for the Abu Vengeance rod, I got the 7' MH. It feels great, pulled in a couple Bass on this combo and had no problems. The EVA grip is awesome and the reel seat fits my hand very well. The construction quality of the rod is top notch! Can't find a better for the money, which was $32. I WILL be buying more Abu rods, very impressive. PICS! Attached Thumbnails

03-02-10, 01:08 AM	#3
TN_Bassin BassFishin.Com Super Veteran Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Bon Aqua,TN Posts: 1,013	I agree with WTL. That is one sweet looking setup. I don't think I have ever put together a sweeter looking combo for under a hundred. Congratulations. ps: looks like someone was able to pull off the full EVA foam handle look without making the rod look cheap-o. __________________ Other anglers are tough, but the fish are the real competition.

03-02-10, 08:56 AM	#4
Bassboss BassFishin.Com Premier Elite Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Shawano, WI Posts: 7,761	Wow, that's a pretty nice looking combo man, the red and orange high lights on reel go perfectly with the rod! I also really like the feel of the knobs and handle of the Exceler, just from hold them in stores. Hope you like it! __________________ If you can't fix it with heavy squats or fish oil, you're probably going to die.

03-02-10, 09:47 AM	#6
BassinNC BassFishin.Com Veteran Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: albemarle, NC Posts: 788	Congrats on your new toys, that is one sweet looking combo. __________________ 138 bass in 2K10. Biggest 4LBS 14oz.

03-02-10, 12:50 AM	#2
WTL BassFishin.Com Premier Elite Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: Huntsville, Al Posts: 7,466	The quality available in the value market these days really is amazing. It truly is a gilded age for the monkey.

03-02-10, 10:26 AM	#7
basstastic BassFishin.Com Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Chicago, IL Posts: 92	The set up looks great. I hate the fact that you got to test your new toys out already all i can do it flip to a snow pile in my front yard lol. Congrats on the new rig.

03-02-10, 11:13 AM	#9
Jrob78 BassFishin.Com Super Veteran Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Dallas, TX Posts: 4,671	I've got that reel in that gear ratio. I've been really happy with mine. It performs better than the price suggests and I payed full price for mine. Mine did start out a little rough, not so much rough but not buttery smooth. It smoothed out after a good bearing flush and re-lube and some time on the water. I think you will be very happy with yours. I agree with the others that the rod doesn't look bad at all with the full eva grip. I think the trim pieces make all the difference in the world. Nice combo and great price!

03-02-10, 12:45 PM	#10
nova385 BassFishin.Com Active Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: MID MI. Posts: 140	Glad to see you like that Vengeance rod, I got 2 of them in Jan., but have not been able to try them out (hard water). I stuck a catalyst PT on one and a Advantage HSTA on the other. The catalyst orange looks like it was made for that rod.

03-02-10, 01:49 PM	#11
sac BassFishin.Com Active Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Punta Gorda FL Posts: 290	Jrob78, yeah I'm going to Hot sause everything when I have it apart for the custom paint job

03-04-10, 03:46 PM	#14
sac BassFishin.Com Active Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Punta Gorda FL Posts: 290	lol Just sold the Exceler to a friend with a old rod to make room for the new Revo SX/ Vendetta combo. Good reel but I think I deserve the new Revo SX lol. My Energy PT is going on the Vengeance now

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