well after spending a grip today at Disneyland for two annual passes $389 for mine and $269 for the GF... and from Christmas shopping, I came hope to a surprise waiting in my room... Shimano Curado 200 e5!!!

YEP Finally have one of these bad boys! I was expecting it in tomorrow according to UPS but here it is! I don't need pics you know how it looks like! Tacklewarehouse has the best and fastest shipping! my go to place for tackle on the web now.

Good timing also since I'll be hitting up the Pudd tomorrow. but I don't want to spool it with line yet, it's going to be paired with my custom rod that's in the works at Bob's Tackle in Norwalk. That should be ready in 2-3 weeks. Phenix Blank, EVA foam handle split grip and open reel design! Basically a Phenix Rod that looks like a Cumara. CAN'T WAIT FOR THE KILLER SETUP TO BE COMPLETE!