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Product Review |
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March 31, 2008 |
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Quantum Rods, Reels
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New Quantum Surge Spinning reels The new Quantum Surge saltwater spinning reel series is ready to jump into battle with the toothiest of characters. The Surge family features 8 stainless steel bearings and consists of four sizes – 50, 60, 70 and 80.
Surge reels have a rigid graphite frame, Continuous Anti-Reverse and Quantum’s Magnum Saltwater-ready drag system. There’s also an aluminum Long Stroke spool and an aluminum collapsible crank handle with oversized ergonomic knob.
The SU50F holds 275 yards of 12 lb. test; the SU60F 315 yards of 14 lb. test; the SU70F 320 yards of 17 lb. test; and SU80F 395 yards of 20 lb. test. Gear ratio is the same for each at 4.9:1. Surge reels are attractive with their white bodies and gold-colored spool, handle and accents.
Features Include: 8 Stainless Steel Bearings Rigid Graphite frame Aluminum Long strong spool Magnum Saltwater-ready drag system Continuous Anti-Reverse Aluminum Collapsible crank handle Gear ratio 4.9:1
About $49.95
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Quantum Surge combos come with 7 – 9 foot rods; seven models in all.
About $79.95
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The new Quantum Olympus saltwater spinning reel series is ready to jump into battle with the toothiest of characters. Olympus, a 4 stainless steel bearing series, has two sizes – 60 and 80. All reels are also available in combos with appropriately matched rods.
Olympus reels have graphite frames, aluminum Long Stroke spools and Quantum’s Magnum Saltwater-Ready drag systems. Anti-reverse is multi-stop. The Olympus OL60F holds 315 yards of 14 lb. test and the OL80F holds 395 yards of 20 lb. test. Both have 4.9:1 gear ratios.
Features Include: 4 Stainless Steel Bearings Rigid Graphite frame Aluminum Long strong spool
Magnum Saltwater-ready
drag system Multi-stop Anti-Reverse Gear ratio 4.9:1
About $ 29.95
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Quantum Olympus Rod/reel combo Quantum Olympus combos come in four models.
About $ 39.95
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have individual personalities Joining the lineup of Quantum low-profile baitcasters is the brand new Code reel. Code is an aluminum frame model with Quantum’s exclusive ACS II feature for external adjustable centrifugal brake control.
For anglers who like to color outside the lines, Code is the way to go. With 8 ball bearings and its one-piece aluminum frame, its ACS cast control the centrifugal brakes can be totally turned off by the most daring to really let it fly.
Code comes in two models with a choice between the high-speed gear ratios, and both having Continuous Anti-Reverse, titanium-coated line guides and MaxCast skeletal spools. They weigh in at around 9.47 ounces each. They look as good as they fish.
Features Include: ACS II Cast Control 8 Ball Bearings One Piece frame Titanium-coated line guides MaxCast Skeletal spool
Continuous Anti-Reverse Weight 9.47 ounces
*Inches per turn
About $ 89.95
800-588-9030 email.quantum@zebco.com
Quantum Boca PTs PowerLite Saltwater Rods Sets the mark high performance and satisfaction PowerLite, the name of a new Boca PTs rod series is about as self-explanatory as you can get. Or we can say it another way: These new Quantum rods featuring a revolutionary new six layer wrapping process are the strongest, lightest rods in the brand’s saltwater lineup.
The innovative six layer wrapping process reduces the overall blank diameter while also providing remarkable lifting power. The end result is an offshore rod series that comes in conventional, spinning and stand up models, with all versions backed by a Limited Lifetime Warranty.
But quality doesn’t stop with the blank. There are genuine Fuji DPS reel seats on conventional and spinning models, and aluminum PacBay reel seats on the stand up versions. Rod guides are heavy-duty, deep-pressed PacBay guides. The PowerLite lineup includes four 5'9 stand up models, four 7' conventional models and four 7' spinning models. All have fast tapers. Handle styles vary according to the type and grips are comfortable EVA.
There is also a California series in the PowerLite offering. It consists of four 5'9 stand up rods, four 7' conventional models and four 8' jig sticks. Tapers are fast. Guides are turbo on the stand ups and heavy-duty stainless steel on the conventional and jig sticks. Grips are Hypalon on all but the jig sticks, which have cork rubber tape.
All PowerLite rods feature durable air-dried FlexCoat epoxy finishes, and have an aluminum gimble with cap. Boca PTs has become a respected brand in the saltwater market in short order. The new PowerLite series gives the brand, and saltwater anglers everywhere, even more reason to be proud.
About $129.95 – 139.95
800-588-9030 email.quantum@zebco.com
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The Quantum Burst Baitcaster is an aluminum frame model with Quantum’s exclusive ACS II feature for external adjustable centrifugal brake control. Burst features a composite frame and a DynaMag magnetic cast control. A quality baitcast reel, Burst has a place in the hands of today’s anglers.
Burst is a good choice for those who like tighter control of their budget and spool speed. The reel’s composite frame and six ball-bearings allow the thriftier price of the two new models. Its magnetic cast control keeps backlashes to a minimum during use with a wide range of baits and in most fishing conditions.
But value-priced in Burst’s case certainly doesn’t mean a sacrifice in features and performance. The reel sports a MaxCast skeletal spool, titanium-coated line guide and Continuous Anti-Reverse. It is amazingly lightweight at 7.84 ounces, and comes in two models.
The BU670CX has a blistering 7.0:1 high-speed gear ratio that gobbles 29 inches of line per turn of the handle. The BU660CX has a 6.2:1 retrieve to take in 26" of line per turn. Burst looks sizzling hot in its bright, distinctive finish.
Features Include: DynaMag magnatic Cast Control 6 Ball Bearings Composite frame
Titanium-coated line
guides MaxCast Skeletal spool Continuous Anti-Reverse Weight 7.84 ounce
*Inches per turn
About $69.95
800-588-9030 email.quantum@zebco.com
Back with new look, reduced weight It’s back, the Quantum Energy series of rods, but with a new look, reduced weight and a limited lifetime warranty. Included in the lineup are some two-piece models in good all-purpose lengths and actions, which can sometimes be hard to find in rods of this high quality.
Energy PT rods feature HSX54 million modulus graphite blanks with Fuji ECS and IPS reel seats, and Fuji Hardloy Concept Guide spacing. Split-grip cork handles reduce weight and provide a unique look and user comfort. There are 14 casting models in the line, ranging from 6' to 7' in length and coming in actions from medium-light to heavy.
The seven spinning versions are available in a wide range of lengths between 6'6 and 7'4, with actions from medium to medium-heavy. There are seven styles of handles among the lineup, matching the right type to specific uses. Especially good news for mobile anglers who like to travel with a full-length but two-piece rod handy is that there are four casting and two spinning models available in breakdown versions of 6'6" and 7' rods. All other models are one piece.
Energy PT rods are indeed Performance Tuned to take on anything that swims in freshwater. You can’t go wrong with Energy PT, backed by their Limited Lifetime Warranty.
Features Include: Hi-Strain Graphite Construction Fuji Hardloy Concept Guide Cork handle w/light weight design 14 Casting models 7 Spinning models Limited Lifetime Warranty
Energy PT Casting Rods
Energy PT Spinning Rods
About $ 99.95
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Built with purpose Quantum’s new saltwater Kayak rods serve as proof that the company listens to what anglers are asking for and not just slapping a name on a product that might work for a particular type of fishing.
Quantum Kayak rods are 7'6 in length, one-piece and feature quality IM7 graphite blanks for the perfect blend of strength and sensitivity. Handles are extra long at 17" for a good fit in rod tubes and for added fish-fighting leverage at water level. Fore and rear grips are tear-resistant Hypalon for comfort and control. The rod’s overall length and design enable anglers to reach around the kayak and paddles.
Of course, rod components are genuine Fuji. Reel seats are DPS on spinning models and TCS on casting. Line guides are durable Hardloy frames for smooth line handling and strength. There are six models in the Kayak rod line: three each casting and spinning. All have fast tapers and come in medium, medium-heavy and heavy actions.
Kayak Casting Rods
Kayak Spinning Rods
About $ 99.95
800-588-9030 email.quantum@zebco.com
Locate a Quantum certified dealer near you www.quantumfishing.com/dealerlocator.aspx
For a Zebco or Quantum Catalog:
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