Product Review                  

September 28, 2009

Quantum Rods, Reels, Combos

Quantum Kinetic PT Baitcast Reel

Quantum Micro 05 Kinetic PTi Spinning Reel

Quantum Energy PT Rods

Quantum Blue Runner Spinning Combos

Quantum Energy PT Inshore 50 Spinning Reel

Quantum Catalyst PT Inshore 50 Spinning Reel

Quantum Aura Baitcast Reel

Quantum Aura Baitcast Combo

 

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Quantum Energy PT Rods

Ten new rods added to this Family of Graphite rod

Quantum's Energy PT series is a versatile series built with HSX54 (54-million modulus) graphite blanks for light weight, sensitivity and durability. Quantum added ten new rods to the Energy PT Series earlier this year including two casting rods in the new swim bait category, and eight Spinning Rods.

 

These are great rods to match up with your new Quantum reel. With high quality features including Fuji ECS and IPS reel seats, Fuji Hardloy guides with Concept spacing, performance tuned Energy PT rods fill a wide variety of needs for avid freshwater anglers.

 

The split grip cork handles provide a unique look and comfortable feel, and actions are available in both one-piece and two-pieces. Energy PT rods feature a Limited Lifetime Warranty.

 

The new rods are notated in the chart below in red.

 

Features Include:

HSX54 high-strain graphite blanks

Fuji Hardloy guides with Concept spacing

Lightweight Fuji ECS or IPS reel seats

Natural cork split-grip handles

Limited Lifetime Warranty

 

Casting Rods

Model

Lgth

Actn

Line

Wt-oz

Lure

Wt-oz

QEC605F

6'0

M

8-17

1/4 - 1

QEC665F

6'6

M

8-17

1/4 - 1

QEC666F

6'6

MH

8-17

1/4 - 1

QEC6107F

6'10

H

10-25

3/8 - 2

QEC704F

7'0

ML

8-14

1/16-5/16

QEC705F

7'0

M

8-17

1/8 - 1/2

QEC706F

7'0

MH

10-25

1/8 - 1/2

QEC665CB

6'6

M

8-20

1/8 - 3/4

QEC705CB

7'0

M

8-20

1/8 - 1/2

QEC767FT

7'6

H

12-30

1/8 - 3/4

QEC6652F

6'6

M

8-17

1/4 - 2

QEC6662F

6'6

MH

8-17

1/4 - 2

QEC7052F

7'0

M

8-17

1/8 - 1/2

QEC7062

7'0

MH

10-25

1/8 - 1/2

QEC7107

7'10

H

15-30

5" - 8" SB

QEC7106

7'10

MH

15-25

3" - 5" SB

 

Spinning Rods

Model

Lgth

Actn

Line

Wt-oz

Lure

Wt-oz

QES664F

6'6

ML

6-12 lb

1/16-5/16

QES665F

6'6

M

6-14 lb

1/8 - 1/2

QES704F

7'0

ML

6-12 lb

1/8 - 1/2

QES705F

7'0

M

8-17 lb

1/8 - 3/4

QES744F

7'4

ML

6-12 lb

1/8 - 1/2

QES6642F

6'6

ML

8-17 lb

1/8 - 3/4

QES7042F

7'0

ML

8-17 lb

1/8 - 3/4

QES501UL

5'0

UL

6-14 lb

1/8 - 1/2

QES562UL

5'6

UL

6-12 lb

1/8 - 1/2

QES601L

6'0

L

8-17 lb

1/8 - 3/4

QES602L

6'0

L

8-17 lb

1/8 - 3/4

QES602UL

6'0

UL

8-17 lb

1/8 - 3/4

QES662UL

6'6

UL

8-17 lb

1/8 - 3/4

QES7052F

7'0

M

8-17 lb

1/8 - 3/4

QES7062F

7'0

MH

10-25 lb

1 - 5

 

About $ 109.95 – 119.95

 

800-444-5581     email.quantum@zebco.com

Warranty & Service 1-800-588-9030

www.quantumfishing.com

 

 

Quantum Kinetic 05 Spinning Reel

New to the Kinetic PTi spinning reel family is the lightweight Micro size 05 Reel and features 6 PT hybrid polymer-stainless bearings and an aluminum Long Stroke spool.

 

The 2009 Kinetic PTi-B also features our exclusive TiMAG system with a titanium bail wire and magnetic bail trip that's guaranteed to never fail.  Kinetic PTi-B also features our MAGLOK magnetic continuous anti-reverse for fail-proof hooksets, a durable multi-coated finish and a machined aluminum collapsible handle.

 

The ThinLine Kinetic PTi-B aluminum body is designed with a more solid feel while providing a dramatic weight reduction over previous models The Micro size 05 model is listed below in red. Choose from 4 other different sizes for your style of fishing.

 

Features Include:

6 Polymer stainless PT bearings

Aluminum collapsible handle

ThinLine aluminum body/side plate

Unbreakable Titanium bail

MAGLOK Continuous Anti-Reverse

Ceramic front-adjustable drag system

LMS line management system

Long Stroke aluminum spool

Extra-hard PT gears

Spare aluminum spool

 

Model

Line cap.

Gear

Ratio

IPT

Wt oz

KT05PTi-B

80 yd/6 lb

5.3:1

18

7.0

KT10PTi-B

100 yd/6 lb

5.3:1

22

8.3

KT20PTi-B

140 yd/6 lb

5.2:1

24

10.4

KT30PTi-B

160 yds/8 lb

5.2:1

27

11.1

KT40PTi-B

230 yd/10 lb

5.2:1

29

12.4

 

About $ 99.95 to 109.95

 

800-444-5581     email.quantum@zebco.com

Warranty & Service 1-800-588-9030

www.quantumfishing.com

 

Quantum Aura Baitcast Reel

The new Quantum Aura Baitcast Combo is just the right reel for the new angler, with a price break that won’t hurt anybody’s pocketbook. It fits the bill and the budget of anglers wanting a smooth-performing combo but don’t need the gear that the pros require.

 

The new Quantum Aura Baitcast Reel has a lightweight low-profile design, a Gear Ratio that is a quick 6.2:1 with an IPT retrieve of 28", a Line Capacity of 125 yd/12 lb, three bearings, and a Quick-release side cover.

 

The Quantum Aura Baitcast reel also features DynaMag cast control and Continuous Anti-Reverse.

 

Features Include:

Gear Ratio: 6.2:1

IPT: 28

Line Cap: 125 yd/12 lb

Weight: 7.6 oz

Durable multi-coated finish 

Lightweight Crank handle 

Continuous Anti-Reverse

Titanium-coated line guide 

DynaMag magnetic cast control 

Forged aluminum spool 

Quick-release side cover 

 

About $ 39.95

 

 800-444-5581    email.quantum@zebco.com

Warranty & Service 1-800-588-9030

www.quantumfishing.com

 

 

Check out these fine brands from the family of Zebco

 

   

    

 

800-444-5581     email.quantum@zebco.com

 

Warranty & Service 1-800-588-9030

 

www.quantumfishing.com

 

Quantum Kinetic PT Baitcast Reel

Makes its baitcast debut

Kinetic PT spinning reels have enjoyed a loyal angler following for years as part of Quantum’s quality Performance Tuned family, but now Kinetic crosses over into the PT baitcast lineup for the first time too.

           

Kinetic PT baitcast reels feature an aluminum frame, gear side cover, front support and spool, with all coming together on Quantum’s new 100-size platform introduced last year. With 7 PT Polymer-Stainless bearings, Kinetic is positioned between Accurist PT and Catalyst PT in features and price.

           

Kinetic PT sports specially tweaked bearings and gears to deliver the ultimate in fishing reel performance. Available in both right and left hand models, all versions have PT’s proven ACS2 external adjustable cast control system for easy management of the reel’s centrifugal brakes.

 

There’s also the Super Free spool pinion design that puts the angler in charge of every lure presentation and PT’s dual-bearing Continuous Anti-Reverse to assure rock-solid hooksets. The reel’s ceramic drag system is as smooth as they come. The Kinetic PT is available in two gear ratios: 6.3:1 and 7:1.

 

All Kinetic PT baitcast reels have the same line capacity, holding 160 yds of 10 lb. test. Reel weight is 8.1 oz.

 

About $119.95

 

800-444-5581     email.quantum@zebco.com

Warranty & Service 1-800-588-9030

www.quantumfishing.com

 

Quantum Blue Runner Spinning Combos

Makes waves in spinning world

Quantum’s new Blue Runner spinning combos were designed with big fish and big water in mind. Four different combos feature smooth performing reels matched perfectly to super tough E-Glass rods.

 

Blue Runner’s 50- and 60-size reels feature a corrosion resistant stainless steel bail wire and center shaft. That, combined with an anodized aluminum spool, will keep the reels looking and performing sharp, time after time.  Their multi-stop anti-reverse feature provides a positive hook set, protects the gear and prolongs the life of the reels. 

 

The rods are made with tough E-Glass construction and have long cast handles for medium heavy action.  Blue Runner combos are just as at home in the Great Lakes environment as they are in saltwater.

 

Model

Reel

Size

Gear

Ratio

Rod

 

Lgth

$$$

BLR50702MH

50

4.7:1

MH

7’0

$29.99

BLR60802MH

60

4.7:1

MH

8’0

$34.99

BLR60902MH

60

4.7:1

MH

9’0

$39.99

BLR60102MH

60

4.7:1

MH

10’0

$39.99

 

About $29.99 - 39.99

 

 

800-444-5581     email.quantum@zebco.com

Warranty & Service 1-800-588-9030

www.quantumfishing.com

 

Quantum Energy PT Inshore Size 50 Spinning Reel

Quantum Energy PTs "Performance Tuned – Saltwater" inshore spinning reels got a new 50-size model for the 2010 product year to give anglers more line capacity, but with little increase in reel size and weight.

           

Quantum engineers redesigned the 40-size model in the inshore series to receive the 50-size rotor and spool. Also as part of the process, they incorporated Quantum’s new and improved Thinline aluminum body with aluminum side cover into the transformation, along with also giving them the recently improved TiMag Salt bail system.

 

The TiMag Salt system features a durable and lifetime warranted nickel-titanium bail wire that helps eliminate the age-old spinning reel problem of bent and broken bails. Additionally, the Quantum exclusive bail system uses powerful magnets instead of springs to snap bails open and closed, solving the other most common spinning reel malady – broken bail springs. With the TiMag upgrade, also comes improved bail trip reliability.

 

The Quantum Energy PTs features Quantum’s time-tested and proven layered PT ceramic drag system that combines carbon fiber with ceramic discs for exceptional lock down and super-smooth drag performance.

 

The Energy Inshore 50 PTs has 11 PT Polymer-Stainless bearings.  The handle is interchangeable to right or left side. Gear ratio is 5.2:1 and weighs around 13.6 oz. The Energy Inshore 50 PT is protected by Quantum’s 6-Layer SaltGuard corrosion protection finish to keep it looking good for a long time.

 

Features Include:

 

About $209.95

 

800-444-5581     email.quantum@zebco.com

Warranty & Service 1-800-588-9030

www.quantumfishing.com

 

 

Quantum Catalyst PT Inshore Size 50 Spinning Reel

Quantum Catalyst PTs “Performance Tuned – Saltwater” inshore spinning reels got a new 50-size model for the 2010 product year to give anglers more line capacity, but with little increase in reel size and weight.

           

Quantum engineers redesigned the 40-size model in popular inshore series to receive the 50-size rotor and spool.  Also as part of the process, they incorporated Quantum’s new and improved Thinline aluminum body with aluminum side cover into the transformation, along with also giving them the recently improved TiMag Salt bail system.

 

The TiMag Salt system features a durable and lifetime warranted nickel-titanium bail wire that helps eliminate the age-old spinning reel problem of bent and broken bails. Additionally, the Quantum exclusive bail system uses powerful magnets instead of springs to snap bails open and closed, solving the other most common spinning reel malady – broken bail springs. With the TiMag upgrade, also comes improved bail trip reliability.

 

The Quantum Catalyst PT features Quantum’s time-tested and proven layered PT ceramic drag system that combines carbon fiber with ceramic discs for exceptional lock down and super-smooth drag performance.

 

The Catalyst Inshore 50 PTs has 9 PT Polymer-Stainless bearings, and the handle is interchangeable to right or left side. Gear ratio is 5.2:1 and weighs around 13.6 oz. The Catalyst Inshore 50 PTs is protected by Quantum’s 6-Layer SaltGuard corrosion protection finish to keep them looking good for a long time.

 

Features Include:

 

About $149.95

 

800-444-5581     email.quantum@zebco.com

Warranty & Service 1-800-588-9030

www.quantumfishing.com

 

Quantum Aura Baitcast Combo

The new Quantum Aura Baitcast Combo is just the right rod/reel combo for the new angler, with a price break that won’t hurt anybody’s pocketbook. It fits the bill and the budget of anglers wanting a smooth-performing combo but don’t need the gear that the pros require.

 

The new Quantum Aura Baitcast combo comes with a 6’6 rod, has a lightweight low-profile design, a Gear Ratio that is a quick 6.2:1 with an IPT retrieve of 28", a Line Capacity of 125 yd/12 lb, three bearings, and a Quick-release side cover.

 

The Quantum Aura Baitcast reel also features DynaMag cast control and Continuous Anti-Reverse.

 

Features Include:

6’6 Rod

Gear Ratio: 6.2:1

IPT: 28

Line Cap: 125 yd/12 lb

Weight: 7.6 oz

Durable multi-coated finish 

Lightweight Crank handle 

Continuous Anti-Reverse

Titanium-coated line guide 

DynaMag magnetic cast control 

Forged aluminum spool 

Quick-release side cover 

 

About $ 59.95

 

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