I lost both my grandpas within a year of each other, both were die hard fisherman. I left fishing behind because it was to painful to go. While looking back into fishing I stumbled acrossed your videos. The personality, sense of humor, and incredible straight forward knowledge you have help restore my passion for fishing and relive my childhood memories with my son and daughter, for that I just want to thank ben, griff, Geoff, and everyone else at the hookup tackle. What a bunch of glorious bastards you guys are.
I’m sorry for your loss man. Our shop, and this whole community is here for you if you ever need anything. Thank you for sharing 👊🍻. I hope fishing gives you a little healing and fun 🤘🍻
Thanks Ben for a look at some nice JDM rods. Just ordered up a 6’10 M RF 2pc JDM Baitcaster rod for my trunk rodNot sure how I like the exposed threads on the spinning models perhaps show with a reel on one.
What size are the guides towards the tip of the rods of those two 5’9” rods? Micro, semi-micro, small, or regular? I’m a braid to leader guy and not a fan of small guides.
Wow what a lineup thank you for sharing your expertise and knowledge of so these amazing products! I am very new to bass fishing and watching this video with my mouth open wide all I kept thinking to myself is I need another job LOL! Wow absolutely beautiful rods and would be amazing, but to a brand new angler it’s hard to think I can afford and put one of those in my hands! It’s something to consider down the road maybe after a few top tournament finishes and reward myself with one! Thank you again tight lines take care and God bless! I think I’m going to start with some more budget friendly setups first LOL!
I am disappointed with performance almost anytime I don't have a Megabass rod in my hand but these Raids are amazing. For me, they are right there with Megabass.
@@andranslam5017 Yes, I have a Kaleido and a Synergy but they are both over 1k in America lol. I also wouldn't count my Steez Real Control. I'm talking day in day out rods within a relatively reasonable price. For that, I love Megabass and now Raid also. And just to add to your respect for Evergreen - at a killer price point - I still love my old model Combat Sticks. Just think Megabass is better. Just my opinion and what suits me.
Are the Solid Tips / Stinger Tips much more fragile than “standard” tips ? I know boat flipping isn’t recommended in general on basically any rod… but that being said… I boat flip a lot ( or in my case, dock flip )
Both the Max Queen and Stride and great options for the 4” - depends what length you prefer. If you’re fishing from shore, or prefer a shorter rod - I’d get the Queen or Fixer. If you like a closer to 7’ rod the Stride is the deal.
For the 6.5”, the Flyssa is actually what we’ve been using. Navigator would be my Raid pick. Raid is developing a new rod in the Maximum line specifically for the larger size also that’s due end of the year.
So they have nothing to compare to the wind buster,Landsat,or any Medium spinning rods in this line up yet 😞 Hopefully they come out with something soon
@@thehookuptackle_usa won't get on a soapbox, but for Megabass or RAID high end JDM goods, I expect better than a 3yr vs 15yr or Lifetime. Just my opinion. Nice rods, needs better warranty
I lost both my grandpas within a year of each other, both were die hard fisherman. I left fishing behind because it was to painful to go. While looking back into fishing I stumbled acrossed your videos. The personality, sense of humor, and incredible straight forward knowledge you have help restore my passion for fishing and relive my childhood memories with my son and daughter, for that I just want to thank ben, griff, Geoff, and everyone else at the hookup tackle. What a bunch of glorious bastards you guys are.
I’m sorry for your loss man. Our shop, and this whole community is here for you if you ever need anything. Thank you for sharing 👊🍻. I hope fishing gives you a little healing and fun 🤘🍻
7hrs ago awesome information thanks for breaking them down.
Thanks for watching!
I own 5 maxx and 3 anti and i fully agree here
👍👊🍻
Thanks Ben for a look at some nice JDM rods. Just ordered up a 6’10 M RF 2pc JDM Baitcaster rod for my trunk rodNot sure how I like the exposed threads on the spinning models perhaps show with a reel on one.
What size are the guides towards the tip of the rods of those two 5’9” rods? Micro, semi-micro, small, or regular? I’m a braid to leader guy and not a fan of small guides.
Wow what a lineup thank you for sharing your expertise and knowledge of so these amazing products! I am very new to bass fishing and watching this video with my mouth open wide all I kept thinking to myself is I need another job LOL! Wow absolutely beautiful rods and would be amazing, but to a brand new angler it’s hard to think I can afford and put one of those in my hands! It’s something to consider down the road maybe after a few top tournament finishes and reward myself with one! Thank you again tight lines take care and God bless! I think I’m going to start with some more budget friendly setups first LOL!
Thank you for watching! Holler anytime you have questions on rods 👍🍻
I am disappointed with performance almost anytime I don't have a Megabass rod in my hand but these Raids are amazing. For me, they are right there with Megabass.
I agree with this statement 👍🍻
Ever picked up an Evergreen Kaleido Inspirare GT/RS 😂 might just make you rethink your top choice
MB are great rods, but I don't find them best at a price point.
@@andranslam5017 Yes, I have a Kaleido and a Synergy but they are both over 1k in America lol. I also wouldn't count my Steez Real Control. I'm talking day in day out rods within a relatively reasonable price. For that, I love Megabass and now Raid also. And just to add to your respect for Evergreen - at a killer price point - I still love my old model Combat Sticks. Just think Megabass is better. Just my opinion and what suits me.
@@tbauer2521 Maybe you guys are right lol. Maybe I've become a Megabass fanboy 😂. They just feel good and work for me.
Geoffrey the king! Not sure it holds a candle to an Otaku. But, you know
Wind breaker or solid max? Which one is more sensitive? Mainly trying to do weightless soft plastics
Very different rods - no way to compare them. Windbuster is a power spinning rod. The solid max is ultralight finesse
I own 3 of that in the casting, pretty light, but I wish they made more in full handle
👍. I like that they do some full handles for their reaction bait rods. It’ll be nice to see this lineup keep expanding.
@@thehookuptackle_usa I used to like split grip handle when I was in my teens now in my late 30s I prefer full handle. JDM FTW
Are the Solid Tips / Stinger Tips much more fragile than “standard” tips ? I know boat flipping isn’t recommended in general on basically any rod… but that being said… I boat flip a lot ( or in my case, dock flip )
@@anthonywiggins4030 as long as you don’t high stick and do dumb stuff you’re fine.
Usually yes / they’re more fragile. Raid builds theirs a little stronger, so they’re more inline with traditional builds 👍
@@thehookuptackle_usa what do raid do differently from other ones? I’m not too well versed on this
@@thehookuptackle_usa Thank you !
I’m looking for the most sensitive/best jig and worm rod. NRX? JDM models?
Steez Real Control or Poison Ultima
Ben what's best rod for strolling 4in rollers, mad fixer or anti stride? And which rod for 6in rollers? Want to make purchase ty.
Both the Max Queen and Stride and great options for the 4” - depends what length you prefer. If you’re fishing from shore, or prefer a shorter rod - I’d get the Queen or Fixer. If you like a closer to 7’ rod the Stride is the deal.
For the 6.5”, the Flyssa is actually what we’ve been using. Navigator would be my Raid pick. Raid is developing a new rod in the Maximum line specifically for the larger size also that’s due end of the year.
So they have nothing to compare to the wind buster,Landsat,or any Medium spinning rods in this line up yet 😞 Hopefully they come out with something soon
I assume the weight ratings are weight plus plastics? So total weight?
With this lineup you can think of the weight rating as the weight, and can add the plastic on top of thst
@@thehookuptackle_usa Thank you!
I like Cheetos 🙂 Another top notch video!!
Thank you for sharing
$699? I don’t get out of bed for less than $999.
I know. These ghetto rods are clearly not directed at you 😜🍻
Warranty?
3 year
@@thehookuptackle_usa won't get on a soapbox, but for Megabass or RAID high end JDM goods, I expect better than a 3yr vs 15yr or Lifetime. Just my opinion. Nice rods, needs better warranty
Strolling is just a buzz word for the marketing industry.
U guys have obviously never had an Ugly Stick in your hand…
Which one is good for jerkbaits?
ayo, whats going on with the empty walls behind you?
A remodel.