The Asian Angler
Asia’s Angling Lifestyle Magazine
Issue 57
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Abu Garcia
Osprey
Fantasista Aurora
FARPOINT And
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Abu Garcia’s
FAIRVIEW SERIES
New Toys 2018
Page: 198
Pflueger Supreme XT
Oakley Gascan Page: 68 Cyberview
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Resort & Spa
Page: 200
Decoy Splitrings
Cyberjaya
Medium Class
Page: 130
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Decoy
Salomon
Plus Guard
Page: 180
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VJ-75 Page: 56
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Abu Garcia Bruiser Rod Berkley Snap Jigs
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Suveran Rod
Berkley® PowerBait® Pro Grub
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Test Drives
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The Abu Garcia
Fantasista Aurora
Testing Grounds: Barramundi Pond, Jugra Series: Fantasista Aurora Model: FAS601ML Opponents: Barramundi
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bu Garcia has this series of rods that I love; the Fantasista series. Soon to come is the all new Fantasista Aurora. Fans of Abu Garcia will remember a reel called the Abu Garcia Revo Aurora, a beautiful reel designed by Abu Garcia’s Japanese product team years ago. Lovely. 13
Combination Of Two Greats
The Fantasista Aurora is a combination of both using the strength, lightweightness, sensitivity, and feel of the Fantasista rods, and the beautiful colours of the Revo Aurora reel. Combining both of them brings about a very beautiful rod that fishes really well; like a well designed exotic super car, the kind of car you go to when you get bored of the Ferrari.
Well Balanced
The Fantasista Aurora is a very well balanced rod. It is lightweight and goes well with light weight reels. I tested the rod with my favourite spinning reel, the Pflueger Patriarch. It was certainly a match made in heaven.
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High Quality Components
The Fantasista Aurora comes with high quality components by Fuji. It comes with the beautiful Fuji TVS reel seat that allowed for more feel and better sensitivity. The Fantasista Aurora uses Fuji’s new concept KR guides (Semi Micro Guides) of which provides for the added advantage of tangle free fishing.
^Fuji’s KR Concept Guide.
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Good Sensitivity
The Fantasista Aurora is made using high quality graphite blank that is lightweight and provides for high levels of sensitivity. Combining it with the Fuji TVS reel seat adds for better sensitivity as it allows for more contact to the blank.
Field Test
The Fantasista Aurora cast exceptionally well. With a tip that has very low amounts of wobble during the cast, every cast is confident and accurate. Casting distance is also very good getting very good distances.
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Fish Management
The Fantasista Aurora manages the fights well too. We took our Medium Light (ML) action rod to do battle at the barramundi pond in Jugra, Selangor. We battled a few good sized ones weighing close to 2kg and it has enough backbone power to easily manage them. Definitely more than enough power needed for a swift victory.
Summary
The Abu Garcia Fantasista Aurora is definitely a rod I will definitely get for my fishing. It is lightweight, sensitive, cast well, fights well, and it looks darn good. No reason to not get one other than the issue has to do with a tiny bank account and shallow pockets. 21
>Many good size fish were easily landed.
Verdict Fishing Rods Built Quality Finishing Ergonomics (Feel) Balance Weight Components (quality) Castability Sensitivity Power Rating
8.8
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Test Drives
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Pflueger Supreme XT
P
flueger has always been on the lighter side of things and the same thing can be seen with the Supreme XT of which Pflueger claims to be the lightest in its class. Its “light weightiness� is achieved with the use of a magnesium body and rotor, lightweight carbon fibre handle, and ported aluminium spool.
Modest Design
When it comes to design, the Supreme XT is modestly designed. Not too flashy and not too loud, this reel may not create a commotion but its subtle metallic candy orange linings on the gun metal coloured aluminium spool, and the sporty looking light weight handle holds hints of its character. 25
Casting Abilities
The aluminium spool comes fitted with rubber which allows braided lines to hold on too and not slip. The Supreme XT is not a sleeper. With braided lines filled in it is ready to take on fights and the tough aluminium spool is not one to crack under pressure.
Smooth Performance
The Supreme XT is a smooth performer. It is smoother than some of the reels that carry a higher price tag. The smoothness is unlike some of the more high end reels that feel almost vacuum like. There is a hint of connectivity of the handle to the gears. Just a hint. 27
Ready For The Sea
The Supreme XT comes ready to take on the finned creatures of the sea. It comes with 10 HPCR (High Performance Corrosion Resistant) bearings to resist the corrosive qualities of saltwater, and a sealed carbon fibre drag system that blocks out water, and provides for what Pflueger claims to be a 14lb max drag on this size 40 reel.
Lab Test
Line: Berkley Nanofil Poundage: 17lb
Back at our lab we put the Supreme XT to the test. With a 14lb max drag target we pushed up the drag and the torture begun. It easily touched 14lb and then it maxed out at 18.5lb; very impressive. The drag remained smooth with no sticky feel. 29
Field Test
Line: Berkley Nanofil Poundage: 17lb
To test the Supreme XT’s prowess in the real world we brought it to the Natural Exotic pond in Rawang, Selangor (Malaysia). We pitted it against the some of the hard fighting predators that lie in wait for a battle. We cast our baits near the pillars of the restaurant that sits on them.
Good Control
The Supreme XT had a few fights being able to manage the Amazonian red tail catfishes that took our bait. There is enough drag to pull the fishes out of the danger zones. The drag is also smooth even on high drag. There was no sign of stickiness from the drag even after a few fights. 31
Summary
The Pflueger Supreme XT may be a modestly design reel but when it comes to fishing, it is by no means modest. It is smooth (both cranking and drag), it has a strong enough drag, and it fights well. One more thing I like to add is that it lays lines in the spool well too. So, here you go... a reel in a simple modest package.
Verdict Spinning Reels Built quality Ergonomics (Feel) Weight Smoothness Rotation Drag Smoothness Drag Strength Bail-arm Toughness Line Management Speed (Retrieve) Balance Power Rating
8.1
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Test Drives
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Perseus
Decoy Splitrings COASTAL GAME
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plit rings are used all the time by anglers especially those that use lures, jigs, and spoons. Needless to say good quality split rings are essential as some brutes are powerful enough to open up split rings especially those of lesser quality. Needing good split rings for a jigging trip we decided to try out Decoy’s Medium Class split rings.
Testing Grounds: Pekan Model: Medium Class 60lb Opponents: Diamond Trevally
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Tough & Strong
Decoy developed a tough stainless steel wire called “Hypower Stainless Steel� and this wire is darn tough. Opening the split ring requires more force as compared to the usual split rings of which is a good sign that the split ring will hold its ground even with higher pressure.
Field Testing
We chose the class #5 of which Decoy claims can handle pressure of up to 60lb; more than enough strength needed to battle the diamond trevallies (ebek) of Pekan, a coastal town situated at the east coast of Peninsular Malaysia.
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Battling Brutes
Of course jigging is just an action used to entice a fish to take the metal jig. Nothing scary or worrying. It is when the fish takes the lure and heads to the bottom like a pile driver that one’s prays that nothing goes wrong and everything holds on and stays in tack. That includes the split rings.
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We were onto fish taking on hard fighting diamond trevallies that took our jigs and no matter how hard the battle, the split rings held on without opening. We did not lose any jigs or fish due to failure of the split rings.
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Battling Brutes
Having confidence in your fishing tackle is very important allowing you to battle with gusto. Knowing that everything from the reel, lines, rods, all the way down to the terminal tackle is in good condition and shape will certainly give one the confidence to battle well. The Decoy Split Rings certainly did well.
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Test Drives
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Decoy Plus Guard VJ-75
Testing Grounds: Barramundi Pond, Jugra Series: Plus Guard Model: VJ-75 Opponents: Barramundis
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ecoy Plus Guard VJ-75 jighead is a softbait anglers dream come true especially since it is weedless. It comes with a super sharp hook (I actually got hook accidentally not once, not twice, but three times) that easily latches on to skin (penetrates easily), finger nails, plastic spoons, wood, etc. 57
Super Sharp
> These jigheads are really sharp.
Saltwater Torture
First we wanted to see how it will do in saltwater. We placed one in a container of saltwater for over 24 hours. After over 24 hours we removed the jighead for inspection and found no rust. We ran it through a plastic spoon and it caught on confirming that it still remains sharp. 59
> Still sharp after over 24 hours.
Field Test
To test the Decoy Plus Guard VJ-75 jighead we took some lighter action tackle (since the jighead is for finesse fishing) and headed to some barramundi ponds. Since these ponds are known to have specimens from about 700 grams to about 2kg, I think the Decoy Plus Guard VJ-75 can handle them. 61
Good Fit
I decided to use my old trusty Abu Garcia Revo Premier reel with the new Abu Garcia Bass Beat II rod rated light; for this test. For bait I used my all time favourite Berkley Powerbait 1 inch grub. For test I used the Decoy Plus Guard VJ-75 size 3 weighing 2.5 grams that fits the grub well.
Hook Strength
We hit a lot of fish and the hook penetrated the fish’s lips easily. We lost quite a few fishes too as they managed to throw the hook. Increasing the drag pressure helped improve the landing rate. We also lost a few good size fishes due to the hook opening up. We had to turn the fish away from the water wheel and the added pressure caused the hook to open. 63
Verdict
The Decoy Plus Guard VJ-75 jighead does what it is designed to do well. It is super sharp penetrating the fishes lips easily. It is weedless of which is great especially when fishing for fishes that hideout in weedy areas. Step past its limits and it opens up of which is good and bad. Bad because you lose a fish. Good because it is easy to pull free when snagged. Bend the hook back in shape and continue fishing. 65
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8LB FIBERS 0.007” CONSTRUCTION 415LB 0.009”18.5 4 30.0 (AVG LBS) STEALTH-BRAID* CARRIERS 6LB 0.005” 4 14.6BREAK 4 38.8 10LB 0.008” 420LB DIA.0.010”424.0 CARRIERS STRAIGHT 8LB SIZECONSTRUCTION 0.007” 18.5 BREAK 30LB 0.012” 8 45.3 (AVG LBS) 15LB 0.009” 4 0.005” 30.0 4 14.6 10LB 6LBSIZE 0.008” 24.0STRAIGHT DIA. 4 CARRIERS 40LB 0.013” 8 55.0 20LB 0.010” 46LB 38.8 484 0.005” 15LB 8LB0.009” 30.014.6 50LB 0.007” 0.014”4 65.018.5 0.007” 30LB 0.012” 88LB 65LB 0.008” 0.015”445.3 48 81.024.0 20LB 10LB0.010” 38.818.5 0.008” 24.030.0 80LB 0.009” 0.016”855.0 484 40LB 0.013” 810LB 30LB 15LB0.012” 45.3115.0 15LB 0.009” 30.0 0.020” 65.0 484 140.0 38.8 50LB 0.014” 8100LB 0.010” 40LB 20LB0.013” 8 55.0 20LB 0.010” 4 38.8 30LB 0.012” 8 65LB 0.015” 8 81.0 KNOT TEST IS APPOX 40% LESS THAN STRAIGHT TEST 50LB 0.014” 65.045.345.3 30LB 0.012”8 8 *SOURCE: SpiderWire Test Lab 80LB 0.016” 840LB 0.013” 0.013”8115.088 65LB 40LB0.015” 81.055.055.0 0.014”8140.08 100LB 0.020” 850LB 0.014” 80LB 50LB0.016” 115.065.065.0 65LB 0.015” 8 81.0 100LB65LB0.020”0.015” 8 8 140.0 81.0 80LBLESS 0.016” 8 115.0 KNOT TEST IS APPOX80LB 40% THAN STRAIGHT TEST 0.016” 8 115.0 *SOURCE: SpiderWire Test IS Lab 100LB 0.020” 8 THAN STRAIGHT 140.0 KNOT TEST 100LBAPPOX 0.020”40% LESS 8 140.0 TEST *SOURCE:KNOT SpiderWire Lab 40% LESS THAN STRAIGHT TEST TEST ISTestAPPOX
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Introducin’
The Asian Angler
Abu Garcia’s Ne
Sneaky Peaky At The New
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don’t know about you but new toys always get me excited and I am excited right now. I am excited because I’ve seen things; lovely and delightful things. I have seen the new Revo reels by Abu Garcia that will be launched in 2018. Here are some information about them.
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REVO4 X
Let us start with the REVO4 X; the darkest reel amongst the lot. This is certainly Batman’s reel should he be an angler. Don’t get me wrong; the REVO4 X is a good looking reel. It looks dark and sporty. It comes with 8 bearings and it feels lightweight. It certainly is a smooth operator turning smoothly. The REVO4 X is certainly one fine reel although it stands as the entry level REVO4 model.
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Features
7 stainless steel ball bearings + 1 roller bearing provides smooth operation X2-Cräftic™ alloy frame for increased corrosion resistance Carbon Matrix™ hybrid drag system for super smooth reliable drag performance Duragear™ brass gear for extended gear life D2 Gear Design™ provides a more efficient gear system while improving gear durability DuraClutch™ design provides improved engagement and durability MagTrax™ brake system gives consistent brake pressure throughout the cast Compact bent handle and star provide a more ergonomic design Lube port for easy access maintenance
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MODELS & SPECS REVO4 X-HS & REVO4 X-HS-L GEAR RATIO: 7.3:1 RETRIEVE RATE: 30” | 76cm
GENERAL SPECS BRAKING SYSTEM: Magnetic BEARING COUNT: 8 WEIGHT: 7.94 BRAID CAPACITY YD/LB: 190/20 140/30 100/50 MONO CAPACITY YD/LB: 175/10 145/12 100/15 DRAG MATERIAL: Carbon Fiber MAX DRAG LB: 18lb | 8.1kg REEL SPOOL MATERIAL: Aluminum
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REVO4 X-W & REVO4 X-W-L GEAR RATIO: 5.4:1 RETRIEVE RATE: 22” | 56cm
WEIGHT: 7.94 BRAID CAPACITY YD/LB: 235/20 180/30 125/50 MONO CAPACITY YD/LB: 225/10 180/12 130/15 DRAG MATERIAL: Carbon Fiber MAX DRAG LB: 18lb | 8.1kg REEL SPOOL MATERIAL: Aluminum
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REVO4 S
The REVO4 S comes with magnetic brakes called the MagTrax™ brake system that helps anglers fine tune their casting to the baits that they are using. They come with 8 ball bearings for smoother operations. But what I like is the “Gull Wing™” sideplate that allows for fast and easy access into the braking system.
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I have not used the reel but having a play with it, the reel feels smooth and lightweight. It sits in my palms snugly as with all the other REVO4 models. It comes in black and white like a Storm Trooper from Star Wars.
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Features 7 stainless steel ball bearings + 1 roller bearing provides smooth operation X2-Cräftic™ alloy frame for increased corrosion resistance Carbon Matrix™ hybrid drag system for super smooth reliable drag performance Duragear™ brass gear for extended gear life D2 Gear Design™ provides a more efficient gear system while improving gear durability DuraClutch™ design provides improved engagement and durability MagTrax™ brake system gives consistent brake pressure throughout the cast Compact bent handle and star provide a more ergonomic design Lube port for easy access maintenance
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MODELS & SPECS REVO4 S & REVO4 S-L GEAR RATIO: 6.6:1 RETRIEVE RATE: 27” | 69cm REVO4 S-HS & REVO4 S-HS-L GEAR RATIO: 7.3:1 RETRIEVE RATE: 30” | 76cm
GENERAL SPECS BRAKING SYSTEM: Magnetic BEARING COUNT: 9 WEIGHT: 8.01 BRAID CAPACITY YD/LB: 190/20 140/30 100/50 MONO CAPACITY YD/LB: 175/10 145/12 100/15 DRAG MATERIAL: Carbon Fiber MAX DRAG LB: 20lb | 9.0kg REEL SPOOL MATERIAL: Aluminum 87
REVO4 SX
The REVO4 SX reel was the only one I tested. Casting it is easy as it comes with both; a centrifugal braking system and a magnetic braking system. I even taught someone who has not used a baitcaster to cast using the REVO4 SX and he was casting within 10 minutes or so (after a few tries).
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The REVO4 SX operates smoothly allowing for smooth easy casts and retrieve. I felt like a bully fishing this pond bullying fishes here with drag power that is said to be the most powerful in its class. Enjoyed fishing this reel.
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Magnetic + centrifugal brakes in the REVO4 SX.
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FEATURES
9 stainless steel ball bearings + 1 roller bearing provides smooth operation X2-Cräftic™ alloy frame for increased corrosion resistance C6 carbon sideplates provide significant weight reduction without sacrificing strength and durability Power stack Carbon Matrix Drag System™ provides extreme drag pressures combined with unparalled smoothness Duragear™ brass gear for extended gear life D2 Gear Design™ provides a more efficient gear system while improving gear durability Everslik™ coated pinion shaft and pawl creates a diamond like coating which improves wear resistance while reducing friction DuraClutch™ design provides improved engagement and durability Infini™ brake system allows almost limitless adjustability to handle any fishing situation Infini IITM spool design for extended castability and extreme loads Compact bent handle and star provide a more ergonomic design Ti coated line guide reduces friction and improves durability Lube port for easy access maintenance 95
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REVO4 SX & REVO4 SX-L GEAR RATIO: 6.6:1 RETRIEVE RATE: 27” | 69cm REVO4 SX-HS & REVO4 SX-HS-L GEAR RATIO: 7.3:1 RETRIEVE RATE: 30” | 76cm
GENERAL SPECS BRAKING SYSTEM: Magnetic/Centrifugal BEARING COUNT: 10 WEIGHT: 7.83 BRAID CAPACITY YD/LB: 190/20 140/30 100/50 MONO CAPACITY YD/LB: 175/10 145/12 100/15 DRAG MATERIAL: Carbon Fiber MAX DRAG LB: 24lb | 10.8kg REEL SPOOL MATERIAL: Aluminum
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REVO4 STX
The REVO4 STX reel is one other smooth operator. It comes with 11 bearings providing it with smooth operations. It comes with the “flying arm� type centrifugal braking system called the Infinitely Variable Centrifugal Brake (IVCB-6L) with 6 arms. This is a proven system that makes casting easier with good distance. 99
The first reel I used with the IVCB braking system was the Abu Garcia Revo MGX and it cast really well earning it a place amongst my most like reels. That was then the IVCB-4 with only 4 arms. This has 6. I am certainly wanting to try this out.
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FEATURES D2 Gear Design™ provides a more efficient gear system while improving gear durability Everslik™ coated pinion shaft and pawl creates a diamond like coating which improves wear resistance while reducing friction DuraClutch™ design provides improved engagement and durability IVCB-6L™ (Infinitely Variable Centrifugal Brake) braking system delivers precise external adjustments for a wide variety of baits while 6 internal locking modules allow anglers to easily fine tune and maximize casting distance Gull Wing™ sideplate design allows for quick and easy access to braking systems and the spool Infini IITM spool design for extended castability and extreme loads Compact bent handle and star provide a more ergonomic design Ti coated line guide reduces friction and improves durability
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Lube port for easy access maintenance 10 stainless steel ball bearings + 1 roller bearing provides smooth operation X2-Cräftic™ alloy frame for increased corrosion resistance Aluminum handle sideplate combined with C6 carbon palm sideplate provides improved strength and durability Power stack Carbon Matrix Drag System™ provides extreme drag pressures combined with unparalled smoothness Duragear™ brass gear for extended gear life
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MODELS & SPECS
REVO4 STX & REVO4 STX-L GEAR RATIO: 6.6:1 RETRIEVE RATE: 27” | 69cm REVO4 STX-HS & REVO4 STX-HS-L GEAR RATIO: 7.3:1 RETRIEVE RATE: 30” | 76cm REVO4 STX-SHS GEAR RATIO: 8.0:1 RETRIEVE RATE: 33” | 84cm
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GENERAL SPECS BRAKING SYSTEM: Centrifugal BEARING COUNT: 11 WEIGHT: 7.30 BRAID CAPACITY YD/LB: 190/20 140/30 100/50 MONO CAPACITY YD/LB: 175/10 145/12 100/15 DRAG MATERIAL: Carbon Fiber MAX DRAG LB: 24lb | 10.8kg REEL SPOOL MATERIAL: Aluminum
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REVO4 PREMIER
When it comes to REVO reels the first one that I owned was the REVO Premier (first generation). That was my favourite reel many years ago. It was lighweight and it cast so very well. It was my constant companion everywhere I travelled to, to fish. This new PREMIER certainly brings up the warm fuzzies. The REVO4 PREMIER is lightweight and it feels refined and looks elegant with a dash of sportiness. It is a black reel with gold trimming giving it that touch of elegance. It comes with a bent carbon fibre handle giving it that sporty look. It operates well with smoothness and perhaps grace.
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FEATURES
10 stainless steel HPCR® bearings + 1 roller bearing provides increased corrosion protection X2-Cräftic™ alloy frame for increased corrosion resistance C6 carbon sideplates provide significant weight reduction without sacrificing strength and durability Power stack Carbon Matrix Drag System™ provides extreme drag pressures combined with unparalled smoothness
D2 Gear Design™ provides a more efficient gear system while improving gear durability Everslik™ coated pinion shaft and pawl creates a diamond like coating which improves wear resistance while reducing friction DuraClutch™ design provides improved engagement and durability IVCB-6L™ (Infinitely Variable Centrifugal Brake) braking system delivers precise external adjustments for a wide variety of baits while 6 internal locking modules allow anglers to easily fine tune and maximize casting distance Gull Wing™ sideplate design allows for quick and easy access to braking systems and the spool Infini IITM spool design for extended castability and extreme loads Compact bent carbon handle provides a more ergonomic design that is extremely lightweight Flat EVA knobs provide greater comfort and durability Ti coated line guide reduces friction and improves durability Lube port for easy access maintenance
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MODELS & SPECS
REVO4 PREMIER & REVO4 REVO4 PREMIER-L GEAR RATIO: 6.6:1 RETRIEVE RATE: 27” | 69cm
REVO4 PREMIER-HS GEAR RATIO: 7.3:1 RETRIEVE RATE: 30” | 76cm
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GENERAL SPECS BRAKING SYSTEM: Centrifugal BEARING COUNT: 11 WEIGHT: 6.17 BRAID CAPACITY YD/LB: 190/20 140/30 100/50 MONO CAPACITY YD/LB: 175/10 145/12 100/15 DRAG MATERIAL: Carbon Fiber MAX DRAG LB: 24lb | 10.8kg REEL SPOOL MATERIAL: Aluminum
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REVO4 INSHORE
REVO4 INSHORE is one of the reels made for saltwater fishing. There are a few other saltwater reels but perhaps will only be made known later when the folks at Abu Garcia are ready to. The INSHORE is one of the proven saltwater low profile baitcasting reels with good casting abilities and fish fighting power. That said, it is not a brute of a reel nor does it look like one. It is a refined saltwater player that operates smoothly; something like racing a sedan such as a Tesla Model S P90D against a Porsche 911 Turbo. The P90D is a lot faster off the start but the 911 Turbo finishes first. The INSHORE is like the P90D being fast and more refined but lesser in power thus providing with longer fun battles where as the 911 Turbo (REVO WINCH for example) being the brute; is slower off the start but finishes faster with brute power. 119
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6 stainless steel HPCR® bearings + 1 roller bearing provides increased corrosion protection X2-Cräftic™ alloy frame for increased corrosion resistance C6 carbon palm sideplate provides significant weight reduction while an aluminum handle sideplate provides added strength and durability Power stack Carbon Matrix Drag System™ provides extreme drag pressures combined with unparalled smoothness
Duragear™ brass gear for extended gear life D2 Gear Design™ provides a more efficient gear system while improving gear durability Everslik™ coated pinion shaft and pawl creates a diamond like coating which improves wear resistance while reducing friction DuraClutch™ design provides improved engagement and durability IVCB-6L™ (Infinitely Variable Centrifugal Brake) braking system delivers precise external adjustments for a wide variety of baits while 6 internal locking modules allow anglers to easily fine tune and maximize casting distance Gull Wing™ sideplate design allows for quick and easy access to braking systems and the spool Infini IITM spool design for extended castability and extreme loads Extended bent handle for increased cranking power Flat EVA knobs provide greater comfort and durability Ti coated line guide reduces friction and improves durability Lube port for easy access maintenance 121
MODELS & SPECS
REVO4 INS & REVO4 INS-L GEAR RATIO: 7.3:1 RETRIEVE RATE: 30” | 76cm
GENERAL SPECS BRAKING SYSTEM: Centrifugal BEARING COUNT: 7 WEIGHT: 7.90 BRAID CAPACITY YD/LB: 235/20 180/30 125/50 MONO CAPACITY YD/LB: 225/10 180/12 130/15 DRAG MATERIAL: Carbon Fiber MAX DRAG LB: 24lb | 10.8kg REEL SPOOL MATERIAL: Aluminum
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REVO4 WINCH
Now we come to brute force; the REVO4 WINCH. The WINCH have been a staple powerhouse in Abu Garcia’s REVO range. This low ratio powerhouse of a reel is made to battle the tough fighting brutes of the sea. I have landed numerous sailfish on earlier generation brutes with no issues. This new WINCH feels rigid and tough. It certainly is a sturdy reel built tough to handle hard fighting fishes. With the longer handle and larger knob; the WINCH certainly carries on the heritage of earlier generation REVO WINCH.
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FEATURES
8 stainless steel ball bearings + 1 roller bearing provides smooth operation Winch gear ratio allows for a slower presentation that is ideal for crankbaits and other high resistance lures X2-Cräftic™ alloy frame for increased corrosion resistance C6 carbon palm sideplate provides significant weight reduction while an aluminum handle sideplate provides added strength and durability
Power stack Carbon Matrix Drag System™ provides extreme drag pressures combined with unparalled smoothness Duragear™ brass gear for extended gear life D2 Gear Design™ provides a more efficient gear system while improving gear durability Everslik™ coated pinion shaft and pawl creates a diamond like coating which improves wear resistance while reducing friction DuraClutch™ design provides improved engagement and durability Infini™ brake system allows almost limitless adjustability to handle any fishing situation Gull Wing™ sideplate design allows for quick and easy access to braking systems and the spool Extended bent handle for increased cranking power Large EVA knobs provide improved grip Ti coated line guide reduces friction and improves durability Lube port for easy access maintenance
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MODELS & SPECS
REVO4 WINCH & REVO4 WINCH-L GEAR RATIO: 5.4:1 RETRIEVE RATE: 22” | 56cm
GENERAL SPECS BRAKING SYSTEM: Magnetic/Centrifugal BEARING COUNT: 9 WEIGHT: 7.55 BRAID CAPACITY YD/LB: 235/20 180/30 125/50 MONO CAPACITY YD/LB: 225/10 180/12 130/15 DRAG MATERIAL: Carbon Fiber MAX DRAG LB: 24lb | 10.8kg REEL SPOOL MATERIAL: Aluminum
This here are some of the new generation 4 REVO reels poised for 2018. There will be more to come I am sure but we will not see them until Abu Garcia allows for another peek.
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Resorts Escapy
Cyberjaya P
eople take vacations for various reasons but most do so to relax and let one’s hair down; forgetting about work and other work related responsibilities, and to rejuvenate one’s soul. It is when one’s mind is relaxed and when one finds that inner peace that one’s mind is free to imagine and think at a higher less cluttered level.
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Recently my family and I visited the Cyberview Resort & Spa in Cyberjaya, the Silicon Valley of Malaysia. Despite being in the hub of technological start-ups and businesses, the resort sits in a quiet place surrounded by nature. It felt like we were holidaying far from civilization. Pic: The Bistro Cascata Italian Restaurant.
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Fragrance Of Flowers
Walking into the lobby one is mesmerized by the fragrance of flowers (jasmines); a soothing aroma that relaxes. It brought about a feeling of calmness as I sat for awhile at one of the sofas with my eyes closed enjoying the sound of the water fountain while I waited for my wife and kid. Soothing and relaxing indeed. Pic: The lobby.
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Well Designed Room After checking in we drove to our room; a Superior Chalet. The room has a contemporary modern plus retro look and is well designed. It comes with a walk-around wardrobe that is uniquely placed slightly off middle of the room acting as a divider between the beds and the vanity area. Pic: The wardrobe and vanity area.
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The bathroom comes with an egg shaped bath tub made of ceramic with a faucet that looks more like part of a water feature instead of just a tap, bamboo ladder designed tower rack, glassed shower area with rain shower, and a wall with holes that allows light from the sun to come in. Of course these holes are blocked by something that does not allow any voyeur a peek inside. Pic: A lovely bathtub.
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Pic: I went retro too with my trusted old Iphone 3GS that has since taken on life as an Ipod. This room comes with an Ipod / Iphone dock (old adapter head).
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Comfortable & Delightful Our room came with a king size bed and a single bed. If you like softer beds, you’ve found heaven. The beds are soft and comfortable. They feel plush; like sleeping on a huge teddy bear. The pillows I believe are filled with goose downs giving one the ability to adjust it to one’s liking. If you do not know how that is done; try getting the feathers to one side of the pillow and giving the flat area of the pillow a few folds. Now you have a harder pillow with a higher setting.
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That night, with the air-conditioning simulating the temperatures in the highlands during the rain, I slept very well on the comfortable and plush huge “teddy bear,� with my head resting snugly on the comfortable pillow. I woke up well rested. Pic: The entertainment wall of the room.
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Delicious Food
We had our meals at the Verandah Restaurant a Pan-Asian restaurant & Xing Zhu, a restaurant that serves Chinese cuisine. There are other outlets like the Bistro Cascata that serves Italian cuisine, and Karma Bar & Lounge but we did not dine there. Perhaps on a future trip.
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Verandah Restaurant The Verandah Restaurant serves a mixture of local, Asian, and Western cuisines. There are lots of food here that I like but these are the few that I love most. I loved the streaky beef bacon and had them for breakfast every day during our stay. It was cooked really well remaining juicy and not too salty. It goes really well with scrambled eggs.
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The cold dish; fresh prawns and mussels served on ice, is yummy. Fresh crunchy prawns and mussels eaten without seasoning gives one the natural flavours of their meat. This can only be served with fresh seafood and Verandah has it. Lovely.
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Japanese cuisine is another thing that I like. Unfortunately I have been told by my doctor to stay off whites (rice included) due to health reasons. But I could not resist sushi rolls. Instead of devouring lots of them, I decided to devour “not so lots� of them.
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Pic: Lots of delicious desserts.
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They have lots of other foods too including the very delicious beef stew with tender beef cuts, ayam masak merah (spicy chilli chicken) that is really tasty, ikan bakar (grilled fish) with tasty chilli paste, Indian food such as roti canai, noodles with soup, etc. There are also lots of delightful desserts like chocolate cakes with macaroons, yummy cream puff, etc. I ended every meal with fruit ‘rojak’ a fruit dish in a sauce made of prawn paste mixed with chilli and sugar. Not everyone will agree to the taste of ‘rojak’ sauce as it is quite pungent. But those who do will be floating on cloud nine here at the Verandah Restaurant. Pic: I love rojak.
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Dim Sum And More Dim
m Sum Another type of food that I love is dim sum. We had dim sum buffet at the Xing Zhu Restaurant. I have eaten ‘halal’ dim sum at many places but these here certainly beats them all. Xing Zhu serves the best ‘halal’ dim sum (to me). The meat is juicy and tasty with its flavours well wrapped up within. Pic: The Xing Zhu Chinese Restaurant.
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While all of them are delicious my favourite is the ‘siew mai’ or ‘shumai.’ They are juicy and tasty. The texture of the chopped meat is tender and nice. Mushrooms that are part of the mix gives them additional flavours creating a lovely ball with flavours that explodes in one’s mouth. Oh, so delightful.
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Another very delicious dim sum dish is the steamed chicken wings. The wings are marinated and steamed in some secret tasty sauce until they are soft and moist. They taste so very good that I ordered lots of them. Pic: Delicious ‘shumai.‘
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Fun In The Sun
Cyberview Resort & Spa has a very lovely swimming pool that flows down two levels into a wading pool. This is one of the hot spots for those who like swimming and splashing in water. I do too but I needed to stay away from the sun as my skin was still raw from a bad sunburn sustained during a fishing trip two days earlier. Pic: The lovely swimming pool.
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Other activities that one can participate in include fishing at the resorts fishing pond, cycling about with the ‘O-bikes’ that can be rented via a mobile app, or just simply taking a stroll with a camera around the resort’s gardens. Pic: Fishing at the resort’s pond. Lots of tilapias here.
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Fun Away From The Sun
If like me, you need to be away from the sun; there are games that one can play such as board games, traditional games like congkak, and for the more macho; working out one’s muscles at the gym. Pic: Beautifully carved congkak board.
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Sembunyi Spa
With relaxation being high on the offering, the Sembunyi Spa is a must visit. We did that and had an amazing relaxing time. The area is cosy and inviting, giving it a true spa environment. The fragrance of essential oils fill the air as one enters the room for one’s treatment. Pic: Flower bath.
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Pic: A lovely pool at the Sembunyi Spa.
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Remember earlier I wrote about decluttering the mind; my mind when into a “Zen� state and felt like I was floating on air. Relaxing in the Jacuzzi for a few hours and wading amongst the bubbles in the warm water was so refreshing. I returned to my room and my thoughts were clearer being somewhat stress free. Pic: The lovely jacuzzi at the Sembunyi Spa.
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Saying Goodbye
All good things must come to an end and I felt that my stay here was too short but I have other trips planned. I will certainly be back again for another holiday and bring along some of my foodie friends to savour the delicious food here, especially the delightful dim sum. Pic: The gymnasium.
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Other Information Cyberview Resort & Spa was built for the purpose of hosting the APEC Summit back in 1998. The resort has a few luxurious and lovely suites that were designed to house heads of states that stayed there during the summit. I visited some of these suites and I recommend them to those who want to be pampered like royalties. They come with quality wooden furnishing, plush 4 poster beds, a Jacuzzi in the bathroom with 360 degree view of the garden outside, and more. Pic: Plaques honoring heads of states at the gardens. https://goo.gl/maps/qffWj79yiR22
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Goodies Escapy
GoPro Hero6
WITH HERO6, GOPRO SETS NEW BAR FOR IMAGE QUALITY, STABILIZATION AND SIMPLICITY
Pic: Cohen Summers, Senior Manager Global Education & Training at GoPro; introducing the HERO6 during the launch at Sunway Pyramid mall.
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S
hould you be in the market for an adventure camera to shoot stunning videos of adventures, and only the best will ever do for you; look no further. GoPro has a new Hero in town and it comes with the number 6. In an adrenaline and fun-filled road show at the Sunway Pyramid mall, FunSportz Sdn Bhd – the exclusive importer and distributor of GoPro equipment from the USA unveiled HERO6 Black, the most powerful and convenient GoPro, yet. Powered by GoPro’s custom-designed GP1 processor, HERO6 achieves an entirely new level of performance including stunning 4K60 and 1080p240 video and the most advanced video stabilization ever achieved in a GoPro. Additionally, GoPro introduced new mounts and accessories plus a new Follow mode for its Karma drone. GoPro also launched Fusion, its bar-setting waterproof, mountable 5.2K spherical camera. Fusion will be made available in Malaysia at a later date to be announced by FunSportz.
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GoPro’s founder and CEO, Nicholas Woodman, introduced the HERO6 Black and Fusion cameras to an international audience at the California Academy of Sciences in San Francisco, California. Watch a replay of the live event in the video or click the Youtube tab below to watch on Youtube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oomhjXpUJGI
“HERO6’s next-level image quality, video stabilization and three times faster QuikStories performance makes it a powerful storytelling extension of your smartphone,” said Woodman. “It’s never been easier to live it, then share it…using a GoPro.”
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The All New HERO6 Black
With stunning 4K60 and 1080p240 video packed into a rugged, waterproof, go-anywhere design, HERO6 Black and the GoPro App automatically transform your adventures into cinematic QuikStory videos you can share with the world. HERO6 also has dramatically improved dynamic range and low-light performance to really make things pop, and an added digital zoom just to get crazy. Contents Page
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Features Powered by GoPro’s Custom-Designed GP1 Processor 4K60 and 1080p240 Video QuikStories Enabled, GoPro App Compatible GoPro’s Most Advanced Stabilization of any HERO camera All-New Touch Zoom 3x Faster Offload Speeds via 5GHz Wi-Fi Waterproof to 33 Feet (10m) Compatible with Karma and Existing GoPro Mounts Improved Dynamic Range and Low-Light Performance RAW and HDR Photo Modes Voice Control in 10 Languages GPS, Accelerometer and Gyroscope WiFi + Bluetooth
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Developed from the ground up to maximize a GoPro’s capabilities, GP1 enables twice the video frame rates, improved image quality, dynamic range, low-light performance and dramatically improved video stabilization over previous HERO camera generations. Importantly, GP1 automates all of these benefits, allowing users to capture vibrant videos and stunning photos without messing around with complex image settings. GP1 also advances GoPro’s capabilities in computer vision and machine learning, enabling HERO6 to analyze visual scenes and sensor data for improved automated QuikStories. HERO6 Black is now available in Malaysia through authorized dealers.
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QuikStories
QuikStories is an app feature that makes it easy to share short videos of your adventures. HERO6 is optimized for QuikStories with 3X faster WiFi. This means your footage will rapidly transfer from your GoPro to your phone where the GoPro App will automatically create QuikStory videos for you. https://www.youtube.com/watch?time_continue=6&v=aEQJLy3vXHk
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KARMA – Tags Along
Karma is ready for HERO6 Black and features two new auto-shot paths: Follow and Watch. Using GPS, Karma can now automatically follow the Karma Controller while you’re on the go, keeping you framed in the shot. The Watch auto-shot path will keep Karma hovering in place while it rotates, keeping the Karma Controller in frame wherever it goes. Other new Karma updates include an expanded Cable-Cam auto-shot path and “Look Up” camera tilt capability. Contents Page
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Features Now HERO6 Black compatible Follow - Follows the Karma Controller, framing you in the shot Watch – Automatically keeps the Karma Controller in frame while hovering in place Cable Cam – Set up to 10 waypoints for more complex shots Look Up Tilt – Allows camera to tilt upwards to look above the horizon Current Karma owners may unlock new features via firmware update, available today.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?time_continue=1&v=i9WF5SgNS8s
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Other New Products
Shorty – The ultimate pocketable extension pole and tripod, perfect for any activity.
Click tab for more information https://shop.gopro.com/mounts-accessories
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The Handler – An updated floating handgrip with a quick-release mounting feature.
Bite Mount + Floaty– A versatile bite mount with an easy-to-spot float, ideal for POV. Contents Page
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LOOK OUT FOR
GoPro Fusion
COMING SOON TO MALAYSIA For more information, call : +603-7733 8939, visit www.funsportz.com.my email info@funsportz.com.my.
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Goodies
The Asian Angler
Osprey FARPOINT And FAIRVIEW SERIES L
ightweight and streamlined, the Farpoint & Fairview Series is an ideal travel pack for fast-moving globetrotters. Despite their minimalist weights, these full-featured packs offer plenty of organization and travel-focused features. The zip-off daypack provides additional storage and is perfect for carrying around town by itself. The stowaway harness and hipbelt disappears for safe keeping when you check your bag, and durable fabrics offer added protection. A large panel zip provides convenient access to the main compartment, lockable sliders keep your gear secure, dual front compression straps slim down your pack when you carry less, and a padded laptop/tablet sleeve keeps your electronics secure.
https://www.ospreypacks.com/us/en/series/technical-packs/farpoint-landing
http://allterrain.my/osprey-farpoint-55?search=farpoint
https://www.youtube.com/watch?time_continue=8&v=iTR9BXY0YVY
May not be available in some markets.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=woPGpb9XbSw
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Goodies
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Oakley Gascan I
nspired by the street glory of speed machines, Oakley® design language did a complete 180 in 2005. We traded soft curves for straight edges and hard lines to sculpt our very first high-wrap lifestyle shades. The toric lens design became known as Gascan® and it spawned an aesthetic so new and original, we customized our corporate logo for the frame. FEATURES Plutonite® Lenses offer top UV Protection filtering 100% of all UVA, UVB, UVC and harmful blue light up to 400nm Three-Point Fit holds lenses in precise optical alignment while eliminating pressure points common with frames that hook the ears O-Matter™ stress-resistant frame material is both lightweight and durable for all-day comfort and protection http://www.oakley.com/en/mens/sunglasses/lifestyle-sunglasses/gascan-reg-/gascan-polarized-standard-issue/product/W0OO9014PSI/?skuCode=11-122&variant=700285111223&categoryCode=m02040051
May not be available in some markets.
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EASYBREATH SURFACE SNORKELLING MASK (Tribord) M
ade for surface snorkelling (from the age of 10). Thanks to the panoramic field of vision and the possibility of breathing through your nose, it’s never been easier to discover the underwater world than with the Easybreath snorkelling mask.
https://www.decathlon.my/p/8304664_easybreath-surface-snorkelling-mask-blue.html#/552-200-s_m
May not be available in some markets.
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Salomon OUTPATH GTX® A
fast hiking shoe for those who want to break their own trail and steer clear of the crowd, the OUT PATH GTX® is light, flexible, and durable – just what you need for an adventurous day exploring the backcountry.
https://www.salomon.com/us/product/outpath-gtx.html?article=398642#
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qMBDpT5nKl8
May not be available in some markets.
Website Website: http://store.lowepro.com/dryzone-200 .
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CHART PEARL WHITE
CHARTRE
Performance Features: Performance Features:
• Versatile Action Jig that pairs with your favou • Cast/Snap/Retrieve or Vertically Jig over stru • Dynamic Darting Action • Naturally Glides on the Fall
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Description
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Color arl White hartreuse Firetiger arl White hartreuse Firetiger
Package Count 2 2 2 2 2 2
Color Pearl White
Hook Size 1/4 oz 1/4 oz 1/4 oz 3/8 oz 3/8 oz 3/8 oz
Weight 1/0 1/0 1/0 1/0 1/0 1/0
Package Count 2
Hook S 1/4207o
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Performance Features:
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Ch F Pea Ch F
BerkleyÂŽ Snap Jigs
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soft plastics or suspended fish in open water
EUSE
FIRETIGER
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Weight 1/0 1/0 1/0 1/0 1/0 1/0
Weight arl White 2 1/4 oz 1/0 hartreuse 2 1/4 oz 1/0 Firetiger 2 1/4 oz 1/0 arl White 2 3/8 oz 1/0 For more information please visit Pure Fishing at: hartreuse 2 3/8 oz 1/0 Firetiger 2 www.purefishingmalaysia.com 3/8 oz 1/0
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Berk
Casting
1307575 PBHPN1-PSD PWRBT PWR NYMPH 1IN PINK SHA Pink Shad Spinning 1” 1307576 Performance Features: - 24 TonPWRBT Multi Modulus CarbonNYMPH Composite Blank Construction PBHPN1-PC PWR 1IN PPK CHART - Lightweight, Sensitive and Durable Rod - Stainless Steel GuidesPerformance with Aluminum Oxide Inserts Pumpkin Chartreuse Features: - Double Locking Reel Seat - Brand new pro-designed colours a 1” - Rubberized Cork Wrapped Full Handle - Big profile on bite-size bait gives a 1307578 Material Model Rod Action Line - GreatNYMPH tail action1IN moves at all spee PBHPN1-TD TOAD 1428999 BCLR PWRBT 601 M-PG BER CPWR LIGHTNING ROD 6FMPG 18 Moderate Fast 8– 1429001 BCLR 662 M BER C LIGHTNING ROD 6F6 2 M 18 Moderate Fast 8– Toad 1429010 BCLR 702 MH BER C LIGHTNING ROD 7F 2 MH 18 Fast 10 – BSLR 501 UL BER S LIGHTNING ROD 5F UL 18 Moderate 2– 1”1429012 1429013 BSLR 502 UL BER S LIGHTNING ROD 5F 2 UL 18 Moderate 2– 1429014 1429015 1429016 1429018 1429017 1429021
BSLR 561 L BER S LIGHTNING ROD 5F6 L 18 BSLR 562 L BER S LIGHTNING ROD 5F6 2 L 18 BSLR 601 ML BER S LIGHTNING ROD 6F ML 18 BSLR 601 M BER S LIGHTNING ROD 6F M 18 BSLR 602 ML BER S LIGHTNING ROD 6F 2 ML 18 BSLR 662 ML BER S LIGHTNING ROD 6F6 2 ML18
Moderate Moderate Moderate Fast Moderate Fast Moderate Fast Moderate Fast
4– 4– 6– 8– 6– 6–
kley® PowerBait® Pro Grub LIGHTNING ROD
Handle Type A
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Handle Type B
AD PWRBT PWR NYMPH 1IN PINK SHAD
Handle Type C
Spinning
Handle Type D
ce Features: Multi Modulus Carbon Composite Blank Construction Handle Type E ight, Sensitive and Durable Rod s Steel Guides with Aluminum Oxide Inserts Handle Type F Locking Reel Seat add fishWrapped attracting flare zed Cork Full Handle
PWRBT T PWR NYMPH 1IN PPK CHART rtreuse
a big target LB Test
Rod Model Power
Rod Length
Pieces Rod Action Lure Weight Line LB Test Handle Rod Type Power
eds PWRBT NYMPH 1IN1Moderate TOAD –01 14M-PG lb BER CPWR Medium LIGHTNING ROD 6FMPG 6’0” 18 1/4 Fast – 5/8 oz8 – 14 lb D
–662 14 lb M BER C LIGHTNING Medium ROD 6F66’6” 2 M 18 702 – 20MH lb BERMedium C LIGHTNING HeavyROD 7F7’0” 2 MH 18 R–501 6 lbUL BER SUltra LIGHTNING Light ROD 5F5’0” UL 18 –502 6 lbUL BER S Ultra LIGHTNING Light ROD 5F5’0” 2 UL 18 LR – 8561 lb L BER S LIGHTNING Light ROD 5F6 5’6” L 18 R–562 8 lbL BER S LIGHTNING Light ROD 5F65’6” 2 L 18 –601 12 lbML BERMedium S LIGHTNING Light ROD 6F6’0” ML 18 –R14 601 lbM BER S Medium LIGHTNING ROD 6F6’0” M 18 –602 12 ML lb BERMedium S LIGHTNING LightROD 6F6’0” 2 ML 18 –662 12ML lb BER Medium S LIGHTNING LightROD 6F66’6” 2 ML18
2Moderate 1/4 Fast – 5/8 oz8 – 14 lb E 2 Fast 1/2 – 1 oz10 – 20 lb F 1 Moderate 1/32 – 1/4 oz2 – 6 lb A 2 Moderate 1/32 – 1/4 oz2 – 6 lb A 1 Moderate 1/16 – 3/8 oz4 – 8 lb A 2 Moderate 1/16 – 3/8 oz4 – 8 lb A 1Moderate 1/16 Fast – 3/8 oz 6 – 12 lb B 1Moderate 1/4 Fast – 5/8 oz8 – 14 lb B 2Moderate 1/16 Fast – 3/8 oz 6 – 12 lb B 2Moderate 1/16 Fast – 3/8 oz 6 – 12 lb C
Medium Casting Medium Casting Medium Casting Heavy Ultra Spinning Light Ultra Spinning Light Spinning Light Spinning Light Medium Spinning Light Medium Spinning Medium Spinning Light Medium Spinning Light
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Casting
1307575 PBHPN1-PSD PWRBT PWR NYMPH 1IN PINK SHA Pink Shad Spinning 1” 1307576 Performance Features: - 24 TonPWRBT Multi Modulus CarbonNYMPH Composite Blank Construction PBHPN1-PC PWR 1IN PPK CHART - Lightweight, Sensitive and Durable Rod - Stainless Steel Guides with Aluminum Oxide Inserts Pumpkin Chartreuse - Double Locking Reel Seat 1” - Rubberized Cork Wrapped Full Handle 1307578 Material Model Rod Action Line PBHPN1-TD NYMPH 1INModerate TOADFast 8 – 1428999 BCLR PWRBT 601 M-PG BER CPWR LIGHTNING ROD 6FMPG 18 1429001 BCLR 662 M BER C LIGHTNING ROD 6F6 2 M 18 Moderate Fast 8– Toad 1429010 BCLR 702 MH BER C LIGHTNING ROD 7F 2 MH 18 Fast 10 – BSLR 501 UL BER S LIGHTNING ROD 5F UL 18 Moderate 2– 1”1429012 1429013 BSLR 502 UL BER S LIGHTNING ROD 5F 2 UL 18 Moderate 2– 1429014 1429015 1429016 1429018 1429017 1429021
BSLR 561 L BER S LIGHTNING ROD 5F6 L 18 BSLR 562 L BER S LIGHTNING ROD 5F6 2 L 18 BSLR 601 ML BER S LIGHTNING ROD 6F ML 18 BSLR 601 M BER S LIGHTNING ROD 6F M 18 BSLR 602 ML BER S LIGHTNING ROD 6F 2 ML 18 BSLR 662 ML BER S LIGHTNING ROD 6F6 2 ML18
Call
Moderate Moderate Moderate Fast Moderate Fast Moderate Fast Moderate Fast
4– 4– 6– 8– 6– 6–
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Handle Type A
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Handle Type B
AD PWRBT PWR NYMPH 1IN PINK SHAD
Handle Type C
Spinning
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ce Features: Multi Modulus Carbon Composite Blank Construction Handle Type E ight, Sensitive and Durable Rod s Steel Guides with Aluminum Oxide Inserts Handle Type F Locking Reel Seat zed Cork Wrapped Full Handle
PWRBT T PWR NYMPH 1IN PPK CHART rtreuse LB Test
Rod Model Power
Rod Length
Pieces Rod Action Lure Weight Line LB Test Handle Rod Type Power
PWRBT NYMPH 1IN1Moderate TOAD –01 14M-PG lb BER CPWR Medium LIGHTNING ROD 6FMPG 6’0” 18 1/4 Fast – 5/8 oz8 – 14 lb D
Medium Casting –662 14 lb M BER C LIGHTNING Medium ROD 6F66’6” 2 M 18 2Moderate 1/4 Fast – 5/8 oz8 – 14 lb E Medium Casting 702 – 20MH lb BERMedium C LIGHTNING HeavyROD 7F7’0” 2 MH 18 2 Fast 1/2 – 1 oz10 – 20 lb F Medium Casting Heavy R–501 6 lbUL BER SUltra LIGHTNING Light ROD 5F5’0” UL 18 1 Moderate 1/32 – 1/4 oz2 – 6 lb A Ultra Spinning Light –502 6 lbUL BER S Ultra LIGHTNING Light ROD 5F5’0” 2 UL 18 2 Moderate 1/32 – 1/4 oz2 – 6 lb A Ultra Spinning Light LR – 8561 lb L BER S LIGHTNING Light ROD 5F6 5’6” L 18 1 Moderate 1/16 – 3/8 oz4 – 8 lb A Spinning Light R–562 8 lbL BERFor S LIGHTNING Light 5F65’6” 2 L 18 2 Moderate 1/16 oz4 – Fishing 8 lb A Spinning Light moreROD information please visit– 3/8 Pure at: –601 12 lbML BERMedium S LIGHTNING Light ROD 6F6’0” ML 18 1Moderate 1/16 Fast – 3/8 oz 6 – 12 lb B Medium Spinning Light www.purefishingmalaysia.com –R14 601 lbM BER S Medium LIGHTNING ROD 6F6’0” M 18 1Moderate 1/4 Fast – 5/8 oz8 – 14 lb B Medium Spinning –602 12 ML lb BERMedium S LIGHTNING LightROD 6F6’0” 2 ML 18 2Moderate 1/16 Fast – 3/8 oz 6 – 12 lb B Medium Spinning Light –662 12ML lb BER Medium S LIGHTNING LightROD 6F66’6” 2 ML18 2Moderate 1/16 Fast – 3/8 oz 6 – 12 lb C Medium Spinning Light
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g Rod Handle “Tournament Edition”
PWRBT PWR NYMPH 1I Spinning Rod Handle Rod Handle 1307575
PBHPN1-PSD PWRBT PWR NYMPH 1IN PINK SHA Pink Shad Casting Rod Handle 1” 1307576 PBHPN1-PC PWRBT PWR NYMPH 1IN PPK CHART Performance Features: Pumpkin Chartreuse - 24 Ton Multi Modulus Carbon Composite Blank Construc - Sensitive and Durable Rod 1” Performance Features: - Local Guide and Reel Seat 1307578 EVA handleModulus Carbon Com - 24 Ton- Multi PBHPN1-TD PWRBTand PWR NYMPH 1IN TOAD Material Model Rod Power - Sensitive Durable Rod UL 1457880 BKY BASSPATROL ROD-BPC531UL A(17) BLUE Toad ML 1457881 BKY BASSPATROL ROD-BPC562ML A(17) BLUE Local Guide and Reel Seat M 1457882 BKY BASSPATROL ROD-BPC602M A(17) BLUE 1” MH 1457883 BKY BASSPATROL ROD-BC632MH A(17) BLUE
PWRBT PWR NYMPH 1IN artreuse -
EVA handle 1457884 BKY BASSPATROL ROD-BPS602M A(17) BLUE
M MH H XH XH XH
PWRBT PWR NYMPH 1IN al Model 1457885 1457886 1457887 1457888 1457889
BKY BASSPATROL ROD-BPS602MH A(17) BLUE BKY BASSPATROL ROD-BPS662H A(17) BLUE BKY BASSPATROL ROD-BPS702XH A(17) BLUE BKY BASSPATROL ROD-BPS802XH A(17) BLUE BKY BASSPATROL ROD-BPS902XH A(17) BLUE
BASSPATROL ROD
IN PINK SHAD Rod Tip
AD
Guide
NT PPK CHART
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mposite Blank Construction
Rod Butt
Line LB Test
Lure
Rod Length
Pieces
Type
2 – 6 lb 4 – 10 lb 6 – 15 lb 8 – 20 lb 8 – 17 lb 10 – 25 lb 12 – 30 lb 15 – 40 lb 17 – 40 lb 17 – 40 lb
1/8 – 3/8 oz 1/6 – 1/2 oz 1/4 – 3/4 oz 1/4 – 1 oz 1/4 – 3/4 oz 1/4 – 1 oz 1/4 - 1 1/2 oz 3/8 – 2 oz 1/2 – 2 oz 1/2 – 2 oz
5’3” 5’6” 6’0” 6’3” 6’0” 6’0” 6’6” 7’0” 8’0” 9’0”
1 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2
Casting Casting Casting Casting Spinning Spinning Spinning Spinning Spinning Spinning
N TOAD Rod Power
Line LB Test 215
WRBT PWR NYMPH 1IN PPK CHART Performance Features: treuse -
24 Ton Multi Modulus Carbon Composite Blank Construction Sensitive and Durable Rod “Tournament Local Guide and Reel Seat Edition” EVA handle
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Line
UL 2– BKY BASSPATROL ROD-BPC531UL A(17) BLUE ML 4– BKY BASSPATROL ROD-BPC562ML A(17) BLUE Spinning ROD-BPC602M Rod Handle M 6– BKY BASSPATROL A(17) BLUE 1307575 MH 8– BKY BASSPATROL ROD-BC632MH A(17) BLUE 8– BKY BASSPATROLPWRBT ROD-BPS602M A(17)NYMPH BLUE PBHPN1-PSD PWR 1INMPINK SHA MH 10 – BKY BASSPATROL ROD-BPS602MH A(17) BLUE Pink Shad H 12 – Casting Rod Handle BKY BASSPATROL ROD-BPS662H A(17) BLUE 1”BKY BASSPATROL ROD-BPS702XH A(17) BLUE XH 15 – XH 17 – BKY BASSPATROL ROD-BPS802XH A(17) BLUE 1307576 XH 17 – BKY BASSPATROL ROD-BPS902XH A(17) BLUE PBHPN1-PC PWRBT PWRA(17) NYMPH PPK CHART 17 – BKY BASSPATROL ROD-BPS1002XH BLUE 1IN XH
Performance Features: Pumpkin Chartreuse - 24 Ton Multi Modulus Carbon Composite Blank Construc - Sensitive and Durable Rod 1” - Local Guide and Reel Seat 1307578 - EVA handle PBHPN1-TD PWRBT PWR NYMPH 1IN TOAD Material Model Rod Power UL 1457880 BKY BASSPATROL ROD-BPC531UL A(17) BLUE Toad ML 1457881 BKY BASSPATROL ROD-BPC562ML A(17) BLUE M 1457882 BKY BASSPATROL ROD-BPC602M A(17) BLUE 1” MH 1457883 BKY BASSPATROL ROD-BC632MH A(17) BLUE 1457884 1457885 1457886 1457887 1457888 1457889
BKY BASSPATROL ROD-BPS602M A(17) BLUE BKY BASSPATROL ROD-BPS602MH A(17) BLUE BKY BASSPATROL ROD-BPS662H A(17) BLUE BKY BASSPATROL ROD-BPS702XH A(17) BLUE BKY BASSPATROL ROD-BPS802XH A(17) BLUE BKY BASSPATROL ROD-BPS902XH A(17) BLUE
M MH H XH XH XH
BASSPATROL ROD Rod Butt LB Test
– 6 lb – 10 lb – 15 lb – 20 lb – 17 lb AD – 25 lb – 30 lb – 40 lb – 40 lb – 40 lb T– 40 lb
Lure
Rod Length
1/8 – 3/8 oz 1/6 – 1/2 oz 1/4 – 3/4 oz 1/4 – 1 oz 1/4 – 3/4 oz 1/4 – 1 oz 1/4 - 1 1/2 oz 3/8 – 2 oz 1/2 – 2 oz 1/2 – 2 oz 1/2 – 2 oz
Pieces
5’3” 5’6” 6’0” 6’3” 6’0” Guide 6’0” 6’6” 7’0” 8’0” 9’0” 10’0”
1 2 2Rod Tip 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2
Type Casting Casting Casting Casting Spinning Spinning Spinning Spinning Spinning Spinning Spinning
ction Rod Butt Line LB Test 2 – 6 lb 4 – 10 lb 6 – 15 lb 8 – 20 lb 8 – 17 lb 10 – 25For lb 12 – 30 lb 15 – 40 lb 17 – 40 lb 17 – 40 lb
Lure
Rod Length
Pieces
Type
1/8 – 3/8 oz 5’3” 1 Casting 1/6 – 1/2 oz 5’6” 2 Casting 1/4 – 3/4 oz 6’0” 2 Casting 1/4 – 1 oz 6’3” 2 Casting 1/4 – 3/4 oz 6’0” 2 Spinning more1/4information please visit Fishing – 1 oz 6’0” 2 Pure Spinning 1/4 - 1 1/2 oz 6’6” 2 Spinning www.purefishingmalaysia.com 3/8 – 2 oz 7’0” 2 Spinning 1/2 – 2 oz 8’0” 2 Spinning 1/2 – 2 oz Contents 9’0” Page2 Spinning
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“Next Generation”
• 24 Ton Graphite Blank • Local K- Guide • Fuji Reel Seat • Local Rubber Cap with Abu Logo • EVA ergonomic handle
• 24 Ton Graphite Blan • Local K- Guide • Fuji Reel Seat • Local Rubber Cap wi • EVA ergonomic hand
Material
Model
1457875
ABU BRUISER ROD – BS662H A (17) RED
Length 6’6” • Lin
1457876
ABU BRUISER ROD – BS702XH A (17) RED
Length 7’0” • L
1457877
ABU BRUISER ROD – BS802XH A (17) RED
Length 8’0” • L
1457878
ABU BRUISER ROD – BS902XH A (17) RED
Length 9’0” • L
1457879
ABU BRUISER ROD – BS1002XH A (17) RED
Length 10’0” •
BRUISER ROD Rod Tip
Guide
Hand
Rod Butt
Handle
nk Specifications
Action
Piece(s)
Type
H
2
Spinning
Line 15 – 40 lb • Lure 3/8 – 2 OZ
XH
2
Spinning
Line 17 – 40 lb • Lure 1/2 – 2 OZ
XH
2
Spinning
Line 17 – 40 lb • Lure 1/2 – 2 OZ
XH
2
Spinning
Line 17 – 40 lb • Lure 1/2 – 2 OZ
XH
2
Spinning
ne 12 – 30 lb • Lure 1/4 – 1 1/2 OZ
ith Abu Logo dle
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“Next
• 24 Ton Graphite Blank • Local K- Guide • Fuji Reel Seat • Local Rubber Cap with Abu Logo Generation” • EVA ergonomic handle Model
Speci
ABU BRUISER ROD – BS662H A (17) RED
Length 6’6” • Line 12 –
ABU BRUISER ROD – BS702XH A (17) RED
Length 7’0” • Line 15
ABU BRUISER ROD – BS802XH A (17) RED
Length 8’0” • Line 17
ABU BRUISER ROD – BS902XH A (17) RED
Length 9’0” • Line 17
ABU BRUISER ROD – BS1002XH A (17) RED
Length 10’0” • Line 17
• 24 Ton Graphite Blank • Local K- Guide • Fuji Reel Seat • Local Rubber Cap with Abu Logo • EVA ergonomic handle Material
Model
1457875
ABU BRUISER ROD – BS662H A (17) RED
Length 6’6” • Lin
1457876
ABU BRUISER ROD – BS702XH A (17) RED
Length 7’0” • L
1457877
ABU BRUISER ROD – BS802XH A (17) RED
Length 8’0” • L
1457878
ABU BRUISER ROD – BS902XH A (17) RED
Length 9’0” • L
1457879
ABU BRUISER ROD – BS1002XH A (17) RED
Length 10’0” •
BRUISER ROD Rod Tip
ifications
Guide
Action
Piece(s)
Type
– 30 lb • Lure 1/4 – 1 1/2 OZ
H
2
Spinning
5 – 40 lb • Lure 3/8 – 2 OZ
XH
2
Spinning
7 – 40 lb • Lure 1/2 – 2 OZ Handle 7 – 40 lb • Lure 1/2 – 2 OZ
XH
7 – 40 lb • Lure 1/2 – 2 OZ
XH
2
Action
Piece(s)
Type
ne 12 – 30 lb • Lure 1/4 – 1 1/2 OZ
H
2
Spinning
Line 15 – 40 lb • Lure 3/8 – 2 OZ
XH
2
Spinning
Line 17 – 40 lb • Lure 1/2 – 2 OZ
XH
2
Spinning
XH
Specifications
Call Line 17 – 40 lb • Lure 1/2 – 2 OZ Line 17 – 40 lb • Lure 1/2 – 2 OZ
XH
2 Rod Butt 2
Email 2
XH
2
Spinning Spinning Spinning
Spinning Spinning
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Guide
Handle
Butt Joint Handle
Material
Model
Length
Mono
1457337 1457338 1457339
ABU SUVERAN ROD-SVS602UL A(17) FOFRS ABU SUVERAN ROD-SVS632M A(17) FOFRS ABU SUVERAN ROD-SVS662M A(17) FOFRS
6’0” 6’3” 6’6”
1 – 6 lb 6 – 14 l 8 – 17 l
• 24 Ton Graphite Blank • Fuji SMG Guide • Fuji Reel Seat • EVA ergonomic handle • Suitable for heavy cover game 1457340 ABU SUVERAN ROD-SVS662PE4 A(17) FOFRS
6’6”
1457341 ABU SUVERAN ROD-SVS702PE5 A(17) FOFRS
7’0”
1457342 1457343 1457344 1457345
ABU SUVERAN ROD-SVC531L A(17) FOFRS ABU SUVERAN ROD-SVC562ML A(17) FOFRS ABU SUVERAN ROD-SVC602M A(17) FOFRS ABU SUVERAN ROD-SVC632ML A(17) FOFRS
5’3” 5’6” 6’0” 6’3”
1457346 ABU SUVERAN ROD-SVC662PE4 A(17) FOFRS
6’6”
2 – 8 lb 4 – 10 l 8 – 14 l 6 – 14 l
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SUVERAN ROD Guide
Rod Butt
o
b lb lb
Braid
Lure
Action
Piece(s)
Type
2 – 8 lb 10 – 20 lb 15 – 30 lb
1/32 – 1/4 oz 1/4 – 3/4 oz 1/4 – 1 oz Lure 60gm Jig 200gm Lure 80gm Jig 250gm 1/8 – 3/8 oz 1/6 – 1/2 oz 1/4 – 3/4 oz 1/6 – 5/8 oz Lure 60gm
UL M M Monster Series Monster Series L ML M ML Monster
2 2 2
Spinning Spinning Spinning
Butt Joint
Spinning
Butt Joint
Spinning
1 2 2 2
Casting Casting Casting Casting
Butt Joint
Casting
PE 4 Max PE 5 Max
b lb lb lb
e
• 24 Ton Graphite Blank • Fuji SMG Guide • Fuji Reel Seat • EVA ergonomic handle • Suitable for heavy cover game
4 – 15 lb 8 – 20 lb 15 – 30 lb 10 – 30 lb
PE 4 Max
223
Model
Length
Mono
ABU SUVERAN ROD-SVS602UL A(17) FOFRS ABU SUVERAN ROD-SVS632M A(17) FOFRS ABUHandle SUVERAN ROD-SVS662M A(17) FOFRS
6’0” 6’3” 6’6”
1 – 6 lb 6 – 14 lb 8 – 17 lb
ABU SUVERAN ROD-SVS662PE4 A(17) FOFRS
6’6”
PE 4 M
ABU SUVERAN ROD-SVS702PE5 A(17) FOFRS
7’0”
PE 5 M
ABU SUVERAN ROD-SVC531L A(17) FOFRS Joint Handle ABU Butt SUVERAN ROD-SVC562ML A(17) FOFRS ABU SUVERAN ROD-SVC602M A(17) FOFRS ABU SUVERAN ROD-SVC632ML A(17) FOFRS
5’3” 5’6” 6’0” 6’3”
ABU SUVERAN ROD-SVC662PE4 A(17) FOFRS
6’6”
PE 4 M
ABU SUVERAN ROD-SVC702PE5 A(17) FOFRS
7’0”
PE 5 M
2 – 8 lb 4 – 10 lb 8 – 14 lb 6 – 14 lb
Material
Model
Length
Mono
1457337 1457338 1457339
ABU SUVERAN ROD-SVS602UL A(17) FOFRS ABU SUVERAN ROD-SVS632M A(17) FOFRS ABU SUVERAN ROD-SVS662M A(17) FOFRS
6’0” 6’3” 6’6”
1 – 6 lb 6 – 14 l 8 – 17 l
1457340 ABU SUVERAN ROD-SVS662PE4 A(17) FOFRS
6’6”
1457341 ABU SUVERAN ROD-SVS702PE5 A(17) FOFRS
7’0”
1457342 1457343 1457344 1457345
ABU SUVERAN ROD-SVC531L A(17) FOFRS ABU SUVERAN ROD-SVC562ML A(17) FOFRS ABU SUVERAN ROD-SVC602M A(17) FOFRS ABU SUVERAN ROD-SVC632ML A(17) FOFRS
5’3” 5’6” 6’0” 6’3”
1457346 ABU SUVERAN ROD-SVC662PE4 A(17) FOFRS
6’6”
2 – 8 lb 4 – 10 l 8 – 14 l 6 – 14 l
SUVERAN ROD Guide Braid 2 – 8 lb 10 – 20 lb 15 – 30 lb
Max
Max 4 – 15 lb 8 – 20 lb 15 – 30 lb 10 – 30 lb
Max
Max
o
b lb lb
Braid
Lure
Action
Piece(s)
Type
1/32 – 1/4 oz UL 2 Spinning 1/4 – 3/4 oz M 2 Spinning 1/4 – 1 oz M 2 Spinning Lure 60gm Monster Butt Joint Spinning Jig 200gm Series Lure 80gm Monster • 24 Ton Graphite Blank Spinning Butt Joint Jig 250gm Series • Fuji SMG Guide 1/8 – 3/8 oz L • Fuji Reel Seat1 Casting Rod Butt 1/6 – 1/2 oz ML• EVA ergonomic 2 handle Casting • Suitable for heavy cover game 1/4 – 3/4 oz M 2 Casting 1/6 – 5/8 oz ML 2 Casting Lure 60gm Monster Butt Joint Casting Jig 200gm Series Lure 80gm Monster Butt Joint Casting Jig 250gm Series Lure
Action
Piece(s)
Type
2 – 8 lb 10 – 20 lb 15 – 30 lb
1/32 – 1/4 oz UL 2 Spinning 1/4 – 3/4 oz M 2 Spinning 1/4 – 1 oz M 2 Spinning Lure 60gm Monster Call Email PE 4 Max Butt Joint Spinning Jig 200gm Series Lure 80gm Monster PE 5 Max Butt Joint Spinning Jig 250gm Series b 4 For – 15 lb 1/8 – 3/8 oz L visit Pure 1 Fishing Casting more information please at: lb 8 – 20 lb 1/6 – 1/2 oz ML 2 Casting www.purefishingmalaysia.com lb 15 – 30 lb 1/4 – 3/4 oz M 2 Casting lb 10 – 30 lb 1/6 – 5/8 oz ML 2 Casting Lure 60gm Monster PE 4 Max Contents Page Butt Joint Casting
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