The Asian Angler

The Asian Angler
Asias Angling
Lifestyle Magazine
April 2015 Issue
Salmo Seeker
Your Travel Companion
Something Sinister Is Happening

Rod Ford Sinister Azahar Ebek Special
Okumas Saltwater Powerhouse

The Okuma Azores
Made For Ultra Light Anglers

Rod Ford Lust Area Master
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My fellow anglers and friends,

Welcome to the April 2015 issue and we hope that you
enjoy reading The Asian Angler. We have received email
asking why do we test products in pay ponds as the fishes
there are easy to catch and do not represent the real thing.
Well, weve actually had to explain this many times (including other questions) and the
reason is that it all depends on what we want to find out. Take for example a fishing
rod, we want to see how it flexes, bends, cast, etc. Although the fishes in pay ponds are
easy prey (not always true) it meets our objectives of wanting to know these points.
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Another thing to note is that pay ponds are basically like labs where we can experiment
and test things out in a somewhat controlled environment, something we cant do out
at sea or at a lake. Let us take reels for example. We want to know how smooth the drag
is with a real fish, how tough the drag is, how well it cranks, etc.
Yes, we can do so at sea (and we do too) but we can test max drag pressure at a physical lab too using a meter and a skateboard as well as some dumbbells. But with a fish
it is more fun and one gets to experience the reel. Same can be had out at sea or a lake
but to get similar answers with a lower risk of not catching anything significant enough
with the money spent, it makes sense to use payponds doesnt it?
Honestly we would prefer to be testing exclusively out at sea or at a lake but with little
bidget to work with, dwindling fish stocks, and a need for answers, payponds are still
valid labs.
Well, I hope you enjoy this issue. Thank you for your support and happy reading.
Cheers,
Phil
Editor In Chief
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Test Drives
Philemon Foo
Abu Garcia Salmo Seeker

Your Travel Companion
Testing Grounds: Pak Din Freshwater Fishing Pond

Series: Salmo Seeker
Model: Spinning 8
Length: 8
Lure Wt.: 8-20g
Line Wt.: Not Specified
Configuration: 4 Pieces (Travel Rod)
Opponents: Patin (Shark Catfish / Silver Catfish)
nglers who love to travel will love

this rod. The Salmo is a good looking
4 piece rod. Put together it they all add
up to a length of 8 feet and yet still feels
lightweight. It is a classic looking rod
with high quality cork handle sandwiching a modern designed reel seat.
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30 Ton
Graphite
It lightweight is contributed by a few
factors and one of them is the 30 Ton
Carbon Graphite blank that is both
lightweight and powerful with a strong
sturdy backbone. The blank is also slim
and sexy which makes it a real looker
(we had anglers admiring the rod while
we were fishing during our test).
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Weight Saving
Designers of the Salmo Seeker certainly went

about looking for ways to cut down some fat and
to do so they decided on going with lightweight
LS guides that allow for smooth flow fishing lines,
is well balanced and gives better recoil power
quality cork handles, as well as a reel seat with lots
of holes cut out. These all certainly help reduce
the weight of the Salmo Seeker.surface.
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Sleek Package
The Salmo Seeker comes with a cordura

tube with ample protection for each and
every piece of the rod. The cordura tube is
also designed with colours tailor made for
the Salmo Seeker, including the embroidery of brand, series, and logos.
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Tackle Used
Reel: Abu Garcia Promax Spinning
3000h
Line: Stren Sonic Braid 20lb
Leader: Berkley Vanish 20lb
The Salmo Seeker certainly cast very

well shooting balls of dough to good
distances. When the bait got whacked
the Salmo Seeker easily sets the hook
and then it goes into gladiator weapon
mode. It fights very well with a consistent backbone power despite being a
four piece rod.
*Unfortunately we were not able to do a
lab test for this rod.
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Built Quality
Finishing
Ergonomics (Feel)
Balance
Weight
Components (quality)
Castability
Sensitivity
Power
Rating: 7
Rating: 8
If you are in the market for a travel
rod that is great for bottom fishing
or casting out heavier lures, the Abu
Garcia Salmo Seeker is certainly one
to consider.
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PENN Squall
The Squall Lever Drag 2-speed reel allows anglers to step up to the big
game tackle with confidence. PENNs proprietary Dura-Drag system results
in smoother start up and virtually eliminates limitations, even under extreme drag settings. A Stainless Steel gear train and
SQUALL LEVER DRAG 2-SPEED
our Quick Shift 2 speed system provide the perfect combination of strength and speed. With this reel in hand big pelagics
dont stand a chance.
PENN Fathom
The PENN Fathom Level Winds heavy duty contruction and powerful
4.3:1 gear ratio makes it a true workhorse and favourite of charter boat
Captains. It is designed to handle extreme abuse day-in and day-out. Whether you are bottom-fishing or casting live baits, the
Fathom will stand up to the hardest fishing conditions. A full metal body and sideplates keep precise gear alignment under
FATHOM LEVEL WIND
heavy loads. Powerful HT-100 Drag System.
AVAILABLE IN
LEFT HAND
LEVEL 2
LEVEL 1
LEVEL 3
Light Drag Range

Medium Drag Range up Heavy Drag Range up
up to 10 lbs. max drag
to 20 lbs. max drag
to 30 lbs. max drag
The stainless steel gear train in our Squall Lever Drag

reels doesnt get much tougher. Machined from stainless
steel and drilled out for weight reduction, these gears offer
the perfect combination of strength and speed.
to water. We then pretreat each drag washer with a

special compound developed by PENN engineers.....
SQUALL LEVER DRAG 2-SPEED

Model
Material #
SQL16VS
SQL30VSW
SQL50VSW
1292936
1292937
1292938
Mono Cap.
(yds/lb)
TM
Braid Cap.
(yds/lb)
1090/15 725/20 540/30

1490/30 1040/50 865/65
1395/20 1035/30 595/50 1995/50 1660/65 1435/80
1550/30 890/50 565/80 2485/65 2145/80 1835/100
VERSA-DRAG - By rearranging the sequence of the keyed metal

washers and eared
a wide range of drag settings without additional parts.
Our Dura-Drag material contains a special Phenolic

bonding agent that prevents premature breakdown
Bearings
Max Drag
@ Strike
Max Drag
@ Full
Gear Ratio
4
4
4
20 lbs
24 lbs
30 lbs
26 lbs
32 lbs
40 lbs
4.5:1 / 2.1:1
4.2:1 / 1.8:1
2.9:1 / 1.5:1
Lightweight graphite frame and sideplates

Forged and machined aluminum spool
Stainless steel main and pinion gear
Dura-Drag washers virtually eliminate hesitation, even under extreme drag settings
Line Retrieve Weight

(in)High/Low (oz)
39/18
41/18
33/17
38.5
47.0
55.6
Quick-Shift 2-speed system

4 Shielded stainless steel ball bearings
Double-dog ratchet anti-reverse
Line Capacity Rings
FATHOM LEVEL WIND

Model
Material #
Mono Cap. (yds/lb)
Braid Cap. (yds/lb)
FTH20LWLH
FTH25LWLH
1259867
1259868
320/17 260/20 230/25

330/20 290/25 220/30
675/20 500/30 350/50

650/30 450/50 380/65
Full Metal Body and sideplates

Marine-grade bronze alloy main gear
Precision-machined stainless steel pinion gear
Versa-Drag system with HT-100 washers
Bearings Max Drag Gear Ratio

3+1
3+1
30 lbs
30 lbs
Line Retrieve (in)
Weight (oz)
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19.5
20.0
4.3:1
4.3:1

Instant anti-reverse bearing with silent back up ratchet
Stainless steel TiN coated levelwind system
Reversible Harness Lugs on 40 & 60 sizes
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Test Drives
Rod Ford Sinister Azahar Ebek Special - Signature Rod

Philemon Foo
Testing Grounds: Exotic Pond (Rawang)

Series: Sinister Azahar Ebek Special
Model: RFSN632 / 592S-L J (Light Jigging)
Length: 63 / 59
Lure Wt.: 100g Jig
Line Wt.: PE 0.8-2.0
Configuration: 2 pieces offset (butt joint)

Opponents: Amazon Red Tail Catfish, and Asian Red
Tail Catfish
here are lots of signature series

products around the fishing world
endorsed by professional anglers and
captains. However, it is very seldom
one comes endorsed by a captain in
Malaysia. This is rod is one of them,
endorsed by none other than the crazy hardcore jigging captain, Azahar of
Pekan (a coastal town on the east coast
of the Malaysian Peninsular).
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Yes, crazy hardcore! Azahar is a well
known old salt here in Malaysia. Anglers who frequent Pekan would most
likely have heard of him. He is known
to have broken even the most durable
of fishing tackle with his hardcore fishing activities and style. Being such an
angler he does have in mind the type
of rods that he finds most suitable to
fish in waters that he is familiar with.
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Picking up the Sinister Azahar Ebek
Special for the first time I was both delighted and surprised. Delighted that
it felt light and surprised that Azahar
found such a rod suitable to his fishing. I thought he would prefer something heavier with a slightly faster tip.
After fishing with it I now know why.
* Ebek = Diamond Trevally
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With a plethora of black or dark coloured rods in the market, the Sinister
Azahar Ebek Special breaks the monotony coming in blue with carbon fibre wrapped up sportiness. The black
EVA adds on to the visual cues as well
as being ergonomically comfortable to
grip.
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The Sinister Azahar Ebek Special rod
is like a convertible car. When the sun
is burning, keep the roof up. When
you want the wind in your hair, let the
roof down. This rod comes with two
handles. A longer split EVA handle for
jigging and a shorter for casting (spinning).
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Reel: Ryobi Mini Power 500

Line (1): Monofilament 8lb
Leader: Eagle Claw (monofilament) 14lb
Line (2): Berkley Fireline Fused 20lb
The rod looks good and feels great but

how will it perform? Without a trip out
to sea I decided to go ahead and test the
rod at my usual testing grounds, the Exotic Fishing Pond in Rawang, Malaysia, the
coliseum where angling gladiators fight a
host of monsters such as the Amazon red
tail catfish to the giant Mekong catfish of
the land of smiles, Thailand.
*The rod has proven itself out at sea after
the time of writing.
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I cast out baits on two different lines during the test. First was an 8lb monofilament line since its a PE0.8-2 rated rod.
It cast superbly well with such a light line
but unfortunately I lost two fishes due to
line stretch + a forgiving tip making it impossible to set the hook.
I then removed the 8lb line and filled
with 20lb fused line and 20lb fluorocarbon leader. The rod still cast really well
giving me (and another tester) very good
distances casting out baits averaging 12
grams... and we started catching fish.
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Every rod has some shock absorbing

qualities and so does the Sinister Azahar
Ebek Special. When a fish hits, this rod
takes up shock to about 20% of its length
(from the tip) first without much pressure
on the fish. It then piles on the pressure to
about 40% (from tip) and that is where we
feel the backbone start to work.
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Being rated with a maximum power of

20lb we were able to bully most fishes
dragging them out of the danger zones
with relatively high drag settings. Needless to say we didnt fight any ebeks but we
fought rather big Amazon red tail catfishes and they are good fighters. On average
we pressured the Sinister Azahar Ebek
Special to about 55% length from tip before tiring out the fish.
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LAB
Reel: Abu Garcia Promax Spinning
Line: Berkley Fireline Fused
Poundage: 20lb
Back at our lab we put the Sinister Azahar Ebek Special through a pressure test
to see how much pressure it can take. For
this test we decided to measure the bend
sections. We noticed that power kicks in
at about 40% curve from the tip registering about 5lb and continued all the way
up to 16lb and that is when we enter into
scary territory.
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To G
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We pulled further back a little but the meter didnt move and we were somewhat
worried. We contemplated forcing the
rod further and we decided not to. We feel
that we have reached the peak (power efficiency peak). We may be able to squeeze
out an additional 4lb but risk breaking the
rod.
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Power Curve
Rod Bend
%
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Backbone Power Range (lb)

20
18
10
20
16
30
14
40
5lb
50
7lb
12
60
9lb
10
11lb
13lb
70
80
90
100
15lb
16lb
2
Backbone Power Range
10
Tip
20
30
40
50
60
Rod Bend %
70
80
90
100
Butt
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Verdict
Built Quality
Finishing
Ergonomics (Feel)
Balance
Weight
Castability
Sensitivity
Power
Rating: 8.5
The Rod Ford Sinister Azahar Ebek Special one rod that Malaysian anglers can be
proud off. It is a signature rod designed in
collaboration with Azahar, the hardcore
jigging captain. More importantly is that
it is light weight, looks good, casts well,
and manages the fight well.
The lows would be its somewhat forgiving tip that makes hook setting difficult
especially if youre using monofilament
lines with relatively good stretch / absorption. My recommendation will be to use
braided lines or very close to zero stretch
monofilament with this rod, and have
loads of fun.
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Test Drives
Rod Ford Lust - Area Master

Philemon Foo
Testing Grounds: Lake Prima (Selangor, Malaysia)

Series: Lust
Model: RFL622ULX-S
Length: 62
Lure Wt.: 2-9g
Line Wt.: 2-10lb

Configuration: 2 pieces
Opponents: Red Devil Cichlid, Peacock Bass, Catfish
ust is an emotion or feeling of intense desire in the body...

Lust can certainly be for anything.
Despite the sexy silhouette of a Bond
(as in James Bond) girl sitting on her
hiney, I am going to take the Rod Ford
Lust as a rod lusting for some action;
I meant light fun fishing action and
not any other whippee whoopee sort
of thing.
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The Lust is made for anglers that enjoy carrying knives to a gun fight. It is
not about winning the fight but evading bullets, leaping behind barrels at
super speeds, and throwing the knife
from whatever place or angle so accurately that it knocks out the opponent
upon impact. Well, maybe not like that
exactly but there is a lot of fun challenging reasonably big fishes on very
light tackle; like the handicap scoring
system in golf.
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The Lust is certainly one of those rods

with cosmetics that are done just right
without being overbearing nor under
designed. It comes in a pleasing matte
green and pearl white colours with
black and gold threads. Its blank is
slim leading all the way down to its ergonomically contoured EVA handles.
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Not A Noodl
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There are a lot of ultra-light tackle rods
that are made like noodles (there are
noodle rods for your info.), however,
the Lust is not one of them. The blank
is designed with a butt section using
graphite with a high carbon content
giving it stiffness and power while the
tip is graphite with higher glass fibre
content for its whippy sexiness (slow
action).
Such a system allows for great amounts
of absorption should the hard fighting,
bait stealing, finned monster decides
to drop gear and engage turbo, allowing time for the line and reel to coordinate reducing the chances of breakage.
Yet, giving good amounts of power to
play the fish instead of just having a
line connected to the fish without capability of doing anything else.
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Fuji
When it comes to ultra-light fishing I

personally prefer rods equipped with
good quality Fuji components especially its guides and reel seats. With
very thin lines in use, a guide that dissipates heat the fastest (most efficiently)
simply enhances the anglers chance of
winning by reducing line damage and
burst off. Fuji guides have proven to
do just that (dissipate heat fast).
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Reel: Shimano Nasci

Line: HI-SEAS White Lightning 6lb
Leader: Unknown
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Lusting for distance I stood on a boat in

the middle of Lake Prima in Puchong,
Selangor (Malaysia) with the Lust in
hand and whipped out 1 and 1.5 soft
plastics attached to little jigheads (total weight about 2.5 to 3 grams). The
Lust can certainly cast light weights
giving good distances. Of course the
thin 6lb mono played a part too, no
doubt about it but the Lust can certainly cast.
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Well, I didnt catch anything gigantic but with its whippy tip and power
stored in its butt section, playing the
red devils become serious fun. None
of them were above a kilogram but
still they gave a good and fun fight
running into snags . The Lust is forgiving enough allowing them to run but
when the curve reaches the butt section, pressure builds up and they can
no longer run. I had copious amounts
of fun.
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Reel: Abu Garcia Promax 2500H

Line: Berkley Big Game
Poundage: 15lb
We put the Lust through the pressure

test to get its power range and to see
if it will be able to achieve its rated
2-10lb.
The Lust started engaging power at
about 40% curve at about 2lb and easily reached 10lb at about 90% curve
(10% from butt / fore EVA grip) without any acoustics and scary feeling.
With confidence we pushed on until
we touched about 11.5lb and decided
to stop giving it the thumbs up.
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Power Curve
Rod Bend
%
5
18
10
20
16
30
40
2lb
70
80
90
14
12
50
60
Backbone Power Range (lb)

20
4lb
6lb
10
8lb
10lb
11.5lb
6
4
100
2
Backbone Power Range
10
Tip
20
30
40
50
60
Rod Bend %
70
80
90
100
Butt
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Verdic
If you are going shop to shop asking

for 2lb lines and settling for 6lb because 2lb are not easy to come by, this
here is the rod for you. It is like the
iconic Fiat 500 in the motoring world.
It is not made to win F1 races. It is
made for the sake of having fun. Thus
the Lust is certainly a fun rod and it
can most certainly whip... err... your
light tiny little lures out and help you
win fights.
Built Quality
Finishing
Ergonomics (Feel)
Balance
Weight
Castability
Sensitivity
Power
Rating: 8
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Pflueger Purist (Pflueger Purist)

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Model #
1325
1330
1335
1340
saP #
Capacity: Mono
1265678 115 yards / 4 lb.
1265679 115 yards / 6 lb.
1265680 145 yards / 8 lb.
1265681 195 yards / 10 lb.
Capacity: braid
145 yards / 6 lb.
150 yards / 8 lb.
200 yards / 10 lb.
230 yards / 14 lb.
Max Drag
8 lb.
10 lb.
12 lb.
16 lb.
Gear Ratio Inches-Per-Turn

5.2:1
22.4
5.2:1
25.2
5.2:1
27.4
5.2:1
30.2
Weight
7.3 oz.
8.6 oz.
10.3 oz.
11.3 oz.
9 stainless steel ball bearings

On/Off instant anti-reverse bearing
Lightweight Hybrid construction provides the strength of an aluminum
body without the weight
Machined ported and double anodized aluminum spool
Smoothed sealed carbon fiber drag system
Solid Aluminum Bail Wire
Sure-click bail provides an audible signal when bail is fully opened and
ready to cast
Anti-twist titanium line roller
Convertible Left and Right hand retrieve
Hybrid Body System
The Hybrid Body System uses both aluminum and graphite

body components to provide the best of both worlds.

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Test Drives
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Philemon Foo
Model Tested
Series: Mini Power
Model: 500
Testing Grounds: Exotic Fishing Pond
Opponents: Amazon Red Tail Catfish,
and Asian Red Tail Catfish
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ight tackle fishing is fun. Small reels,

thin rods, thin lines, and small lures; all
the things to spice up ones fishing. What
if we were to take one a small reel, mismatch it onto a bigger rod, and throw it
into a fight with big fishes? Why not? So
we did... More on that later.
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The Ryobi Mini Power is a small well
built reel with the body, plates, etc. being built of a material called NCRT of
which is a Titanium + Carbon material that is claimed to be 20% lighter and
40% stronger than normal plastics. This
give the Mini Power good amounts of
rigidity felt especially at the stem and
side plates.
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The Mini Power looks neat and tough
with its oversized bail-wire that looks
like a kangaroo bar of a 4WD vehicle (ratio to size). The bail-wire hints to what
the Mini Power can handle and when
we see such hints, we want to know if
it can indeed handle what it hints it can
handle.
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The Mini Power is a smooth performer. It comes with a smooth drag without any sticky feeling. Crank the handle
and feel the smooth rotation of the rotor with hints of light gear feel. Balance
wise, it feels okay with slight wobble.
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Rod: Rod Ford Sinister Azahar Ebek

Special
Model: RFSN632/592S-LJ
Power: Light Jig
Line: Berkley Fireline Fused 20lb
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Pres
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Test
Back at our lab we put the Mini Power

through a pressure test to see how much
it can take. It claims to have a modest
maximum drag of 3kg or 6.6lb. We gave
it a little push and it very easily touched
3kg. The drag remain very smooth at
3kg. Since we could still increase the
drag we decided to do so. Lo and behold
we managed to squeeze 11.5lb (5.2kg)
out of it.
I do agree with Ryobis claim of 3kg. 3kg
would probably be the best or optimum
pressure for the Mini Power to be set
at. At such a pressure the drag remains
smooth, the bail-arm and rotor does not
flex till the point of feeling weak, and
the reel still has power to crank in fish
without feeling clumsy.
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Rod: Rod Ford Sinister Azahar Ebek Special

Model: RFSN632/592S-LJ
Power: Light Jig
Line (1): Monofilament 8lb
Leader: Eagle Claw (monofilament) 14lb
Line (2): Berkley Fireline Fused 20lb
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Being a reel made for light tackle fishing we decided to mismatch it with a
light jigging rod (still in the light category right?) and fish it at our usual testing pond, the Exotic Pond in Rawang
(Selangor, Malaysia). We started with
8lb mono but gave up on it due to difficulties of setting the hook due to line
stretch. We lost a few fishes initially.
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We decided to remove most of the 8lb

monofilament and reeled in 20lb braided line from another reel we tested that
day. Such mismatching could mean
two things. One, we run out of line as
we could not put in much line. Two,
we break the reel as the line breaking
strength is a lot more than what the reel
can handle.
We set the drag to about a turn before

the maximum / lock and cast out the
bait. We were battling Asian Red Tail
Catfishes and Amazon Red Tail Catfishes, and the Mini Power performed really well. Smooth drag but enough to tire
out the brute fast and more than enough
cranking power to bring it to reel in the
limited amounts of braided line.
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Verdict
The Ryobi Mini Power is a small powerhouse of a reel that allows for lots of
fun and yet has enough power to manage larger opponents that may seem
to be too big for it to handle... somewhat like the David & Goliath fight.
If youre into light tackle fishing, this
powerhouse is something to consider.
Attributes
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Built quality
Ergonomics (Feel)
Weight
Smoothness Rotation
Drag Smoothness
Drag Strength
Bail-arm Toughness
Line Management
Speed (Retrieve)
Balance
Power
Rating: 7
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Max Drag: 3kg
Gear Ratio: 5.2:1
Weight: 165g
Ball Bearings: 6+1
Line Cap.: 500 (0.131mm dia. - 210m) /
800 (0.165mm dia. - 175m)
Features: NCRT Material, waterproof
drag knob, stainless steel thread bailarm, Hi-intensity titanium main shaft.
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Model: Z-65S
Testing Grounds: Exotic Fishing Pond
Opponents: Amazon Red Tail Catfish,
and Asian Red Tail Catfish
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out on a stallion its knight, the Azores.
The Azores is a powerful reel made to
subdue saltwater giants bringing them
down to their knees, I meant tails.
How well does it do this? Well, we are
about to find out.
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Okumas beginnings are in spinning

reels and over the years they have developed better and better reels. The
Azores is born out of all these years of
experiences and improvements along
the way and just by the feel and looks
alone one can tell that within its dull
metallic grey body lies a very serious
powerhouse.
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its weight. The armour is no light toy,
and inside this armour sits a powerful knight ready to take on any battle.
The Azores feels super tough refusing
to flex at its weakest points such as the
stem thanks to its rigid aluminium
die-cast body and plates giving it this
otherworldly toughness.
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The rotor and bail-arm feels seriously

tough too with a super thick bail-arm
wire held together by tough, solid, and
rigid bail-arms. Being rigid is a seriously good thing especially when the
opponent is tougher than nails, perhaps somewhat stronger than an ox,
and can move at speed cheetahs only
dream of.
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The language of power encapsulates

the entire reel from the stem to the
bail-arms on to the body all the way
to the handle. The Azores is equipped
with a seriously rigid and solid handle.
At its end site a huge handle knob that
sits perfectly in my hands. This power handle is made to crank up monsters. I may seem to be exaggerating
and I would like to highlight the word
SEEM.
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your hands what do you do? Test them
out of course. To do that we head to
our secret lair where we have tortured
many warriors of such and quite a few
who look the part but cannot play the
part have come to eternal rest.
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Rod: Penn Defiance (Boat Rod)

Model: PDBC601XH A
Power: Extra Heavy (XH)
Line Wt.: 30-80lb
Line: Berkley Big Game
Poundage: 40lb
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The Azores has a max drag rated at

40lb. With that in mind we plugged
it up to our nasty drag pressure meter
and started the torture process. The
drag flowed smoothly all the way till
it passed the last readable number on
our meter and continued. Its smoothness begin dipping at about 38lb but we
still had not maxed out yet. It maxed
out at about 44lb (4lb above rated).
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Rod: Abu Garcia Tournament K
Model: TKS602H A
Power: Heavy
Line Wt.: 10-20lb
Line: Berkley Fireline Fused 20lb
To see how well this knight performs in battle we took it to the Exotic Pond in Rawang
(Selangor, Malaysia) where monsters lay in
wait for a ferocious battle. Before going on,
I want to make known that the Azores is a
saltwater class reel made for much larger
and harder fighting fishes and we are testing
it here just to get a feel of its performance.
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Controlling
Dictator
I had the drag up to about 60% and

waited for a brute to bite. It didnt take
long before I was locked in battle. The
rod bent and I set the hook. To test the
power of the Azores I got into a steady
/ stable stance, placed the rod butt on
my tummy, proceeded to tighten the
drag slowly. To cut a long story short,
the Azores drag didnt need maxing
out and we were literally dragging in
brutes ala tug-of-war.
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What Else...
The Azores performed well having a

powerful drag bullying fishes. During
the tug-of-war with the brutes, no flex
was felt and this is just how tough the
reel is. It is well balanced with close
to zero wobbliness. It certainly is not
the lightest not is it the smoothest reel
in the market but then again it is not
priced at the levels of Mercedes Benz
type reels.
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Verdict
The Okuma Azores is all about power and toughness. Its playground is certainly out at sea or perhaps at freshwater ponds where huge giant Mekong
Catfish lay in wait to show off some muscles and
perhaps drag an angler or two into the water. So, if
you enjoy bullying fishes and fish mainly by flexing
your muscles, dont give the Azores a miss.
Attributes
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Ergonomics (Feel)
Weight
Smoothness Rotation
Drag Smoothness
Drag Strength
Bail-arm Toughness
Line Management
Speed (Retrieve)
Balance
Power
Rating: 8.5
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Published Information
DFD: Precision Dual Force Drag system
Precision click drag adjustment for more precise settings
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OZlD1JCteIo
Multi-disc, Carbonite and felt drag washers for DFD

6HPB + 1RB corrosion resistant stainless steel bearings
Quick-Set anti-reverse roller bearing plus ratchet system
Dual anti-reverse system for maximum security
Precision machine cut brass pinion gear
CRC: Corrosion-resistant coating process
HDGII: Corrosion-resistant, High density gearing
ALC: Rigid diecast aluminum body, sideplate and rotor
MSS: carbon Mechanical Stabilizing System
Machined aluminum, 2-tone anodized spool with LCS lip
Machined aluminum handle arm for added strength
Hydro Block water tight drag seal
Heavy duty, solid aluminum bail wire
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Zenith POWER SOFT FLIGHT FLUORO NYLON

More durable than
normal nylon lines
Good shock
absorption quality
Handles
knots well
Extremely
Smooth
Handles
abrasion well
High quality
leader
Tel: +606-334 4555 Fax: +606 336 2211 Mobile: +6012 631 3561 (Whatsapp available) Email: enquiry@brilliant-tackle.com
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New Launches
The Asian Angler / Mr Bassin
Abu Garcia Sapphire Crest

Series: Sapphire Crest
Model: Spinning 3m
Length: 10 / 3m
Lure Wt.: 35g
Line Wt.: Not Specified
Configuration: 3 pieces - Travel Rod
nglers whove been stung by the travel bug, I bring you good news. Abu Garcia
recently launched a series of travel rods
and this here is one of them, the 10 feet
Sapphire Crest.
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Classic European Design
One look at the Sapphire Crest and

one can tell that it has its roots in Europe. Its simple basic and classic design cues gives it that distinct look
coupled with the high quality cork
handles and butch looking blank.
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IM6 Blank
The Sapphire Crest comes with an

IM6 Carbon Graphite blank giving
it sturdiness and being a 10 feet long
rod, this is an important factor. The
tip is not whippy and it can certainly
cast baits to very good distances with
good amounts of control as tested recently at a Pak Din Freshwater Fishing
Pond in Bukit Antarabangsa, Kuala
Lumpur.
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Lightweight & Strong Guides
The Sapphire Crest comes with the

SS304 guide system that is said to be
20 time tougher than normal guides
and about 55% lighter in weight. It
certainly allows line to flow through
them pretty smoothly.
*As of time of writing no fish were
fought / caught on this rod.
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Comes With Tube
For more information contact Pure Fishing Malaysia at: Tel : +603 7832 3380
or email info@my.purefishing.com
The Sapphire Crest comes with a nice

looking cordura tube with separated
segment giving each piece its own
space protecting them from hitting
against each others guides of which
could cause damage especially during
travel.
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New Launches
The Asian Angler
Note: Products in this section have not been tested by The Asian Angler magazine
Pflueger Microspin
f you are into ultra light tackle fishing or finesse fishing, this
Pflueger Microspin UL reel is one to
consider. It looks and feels good with
a gold coloured spool and whitish
beige coloured graphite body.
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Light Weight & Smooth
As with many ultra light tackle reels,

the Microspin UL is light weight
and feels balanced. It is also a pretty
decent performer with smooth rotation and drag that maxes out at 6lb of
which is great for ultra light fishing.
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Wooden Handle Knob
The Microspin UL comes with a

wooden handle knob that gives it the
classic look. The wooden knob not
only enhances its looks, it also gives
it a classic feel.
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Wooden Handle Knob

BRAID CAPACITY YD/LB: 130/6
BRAID
CAPACITY
140/0.13 90/0.20 45/0.23
M/MM:
ANTI-REVERSE FEATURE: Instant

Anti-Reverse
Bearings: 4
RETRIEVE RATE: 19.6
MAX DRAG LB: 6
REEL SIZE: 20
For more information contact OAG

Worldwide at Tel : +603-3358 6003 or
email oagwsb@gmail.com
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New Launches
The Asian Angler
Pflueger Arbor
ine comes off Pfluegers large

arbor spool in larger coils, ensuring
less memory in your superline and
taming the most stubborn fluorocarbon lines. The Hybrid aluminum/
graphite construction contributes
strength, while keeping weight to a
minimum.
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8 Bearing System - Corrosion resistant

stainless steel ball bearings
Hybrid Body - Aluminum body with a
graphite body cover, lightweight strength
Aluminum Spool - Lightweight, durable,
spool design
Sealed Carbon Drag - Sealed system, always
lubricated, always smooth
Aluminum Handle - Aircraft grade aluminum handle, extreme durability
Large Arbor Design - Large arbor reel increases casting distance and minimizes line
twist
Soft Touch Knob - Soft touch rubber knob
provides excellent grip and comfort
Models Available
7435
7450
For more information contact OAG

Worldwide at Tel : +603-3358 6003 or
email oagwsb@gmail.com
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New Launches
The Asian Angler
ZMAN Pop ShadZ

C
onstructed of high floating, 10X

Tough ElaZtech material, this first-of-itskind soft plastic surface popper sports a
cupped face that pops, spits, and chugs
along the surface for maximum fish-calling attraction. Buoyant enough to float
even a heavy gauge hook, its baitfish profile accurately mimics a number of freshand saltwater forage species.
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Features
Unique soft plastic popper design thanks to super buoyant
ElaZtech material
Cupped face and side-to-side walking movement creates
strike-provoking surface action
For best results, rig weedless with a heavy wire 4/0 or 5/0
offset EWG style hook
Ideal for a number of fresh- and saltwater species, including bass, pike, stripers, snook, redfish, seatrout, and more!
10X Tough withstands violent surface strikes and being
ripped through surface cover
5 length, 3 baits per pack, available in 8 vibrant topwater
colors
For more information contact OAG Worldwide at Tel : +603-3358 6003

or email oagwsb@gmail.com
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New Launches
The Asian Angler
ZMAN Finesse ShroomZ
esigned to be paired with the

Finesse TRD, Finesse ShadZ, or Hula
StickZ to create the perfect Ned Rig,
the Finesse ShroomZ jighead sport
a custom wire keeper welded onto
the hook shank that not only makes
rigging a breeze, but holds ElaZtech
baits securely without the need for
gluing. The unique keeper, coupled
with the extreme durability of 10X
Tough ElaZtech, creates a near bulletproof package that will fish-afterfish for hours on-end without the
need for re-rigging.
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Designed for Midwest finesse style fishing, aka
the Ned Rig
Ideal for use with any small ElaZtech baits
Unique wire keeper is welded directly to the hook
shank to make rigging simple and hold ElaZtech
baits securely
Mushroom-shaped head blends seamlessly into
finesse baits and is preferred by top finesse fishermen
Built around premium, high carbon black nickel
hooks
Available in 1/15, 1/10, and 1/6 oz weights for a
variety of finesse scenarios, both deep and shallow
Offered in 4 colors, 5 jigheads per pack
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New Launches
The Asian Angler
ZMAN Finesse TRD

T
he Finesse TRD (The Real Deal)

is designed specifially for the Midwest finesse style of fishing, more
commonly known as the Ned Rig,
which has been gaining momentum
nationwide as a subtle and easy-tomaster, yet amazingly effective, presentation. While savvy anglers have
been modifying ElaZtech baits for
years to create perfect baits for Midwest finesse fishing, the TRD possesses the ideal finesse profile in a
ready-to-fish package. A softer ElaZtech formulation and custom salt
content allow the TRD to exhibit the
precise sink rate, lifelike action, and
irresistible feel that expert finesse
anglers have learned result in longer
holds and increased hook-up ratios.
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Features
Specially designed for increasingly popular Midwest finesse
technique, aka the Ned Rig
Custom ElaZtech formulation and salt content to provide
the ideal sink rate, lifelike feel, and unique flutter desired by
top finesse fishermen
Dimpled texture provides an increased realistic feel
Designed to be fished on Finesse ShroomZ jighead
Very easy to fish, perfect for beginners and children
Employed by tournament fishermen in tough conditions
Effective on a variety of species including largemouth,
smallmouth, spotted bass, bream, crappie, white bass, drum,
catfish, walleye, and more!
Super tough ElaZtech construction
2.75 in length, available in 8 colors

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New Launches
The Asian Angler
VFOX Robinson RB-04M Case
ooking for a case to put you

terminal tackle? The all new VFOX
Robinson RB-04M Case is one to
consider. It comes with high quality
plastic and it is built tough to withstand all types of weather. It is waterproof and will keep your terminal
tackle dry should it fall into the water
or should you get caught in a heavy
downpour.
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The Robinson RB-04M looks really good being well designed and it
comes with rubber footings to reduce
sliding. Inside the case are compartments that are adjustable to fit your
terminal tackle, and these compartments are protected by clear plastic
covers that stops them from dropping into other compartments.
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The clear covers are spring loaded

and will flip open when you unlock
the latch. Being clear also allows you
to see what you have in each compartment without having to open up
the covers only to find out that you
have got the wrong compartment
open.
For more information call Brilliant Tackle at +6 06 334 4555 or visit

their website at www.brilliant-tackle.com
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New Launches
The Asian Angler
VFOX Fishing Lip Grip FLG-09

F
ishing lip grips are essential

these days. The VFOX Fishing Lip
Grip FLG-09 is a high quality fishing lip grip that is well designed and
looks really good. It is made of aluminium giving it the lightweight feel
and strength.
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It comes with a rubber grip that allows you a firm and good grip without reducing the slippage especially
with the weight of a large fish at the
other end.
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The FLG-09 uses a trigger to open

and close the clamps making it easy
to manage especially when youve
got a fish by the water wanting to get
away while your other hand is holding on to your fishing rod, as you try
to insert the clamp of the lip grip into
the fishes mouth.
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To help ensure that the lip grip is not

lost the FLG-09 comes with a spring
type lanyard with a carabineer that
can be attached to your belt or to any
area that is convenient and comfortable to you.

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New Launches
The Asian Angler
VFOX Reel Bag SBR-2001 M
e spend good amounts of

money on our fishing equipment
and it is important that we keep
them safe and that includes out fishing reels. VFOX recently launched
the VFOX Reel Bag SBR-2001 M for
round reels.
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The SBR-2001 M is made of neoprene which give some protection. It

has absorption properties that absorb
shock and at the same time protects
the reel from damage. It is also easy
to put on as it uses Velcro straps to
secure reels in place.
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The Asian Angler
VFOX SBR Rod Bag SBRB-3068 & 2068
he VFOX SBR Rod bags are

designed to keep you rods safe especially during transportation. They
act as protective shell made of EVA.
Many a times rods are damaged during transportation when they hit
against something hard. The VFOX
SBR Rod Bags are made to eliminate
such damage.
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VFOX SBR rods bags come in various lengths and configuration. One
uses a flip type cover with a Velcro
strap that straps around the flip to
keep the rod within safe and secured.
The other uses a zip that zips all the
way from one end to the other. It
opens up all the way. The one with
the zip comes with a strap as well for
easy or convenient carrying about.
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for your terminal tackle such
as swivels, snaps, hooks, split
shots, etc. there are quite a few
in the market but this case, the
VFOX Robinson RB-04M certainly takes the cake. If I were
to be a secret agent, this would
be the kind of case that I will be
fishing with.
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When it comes to such cases,
most of them are just normal
plastics with a cover, and thats
about it. Most of them are purpose built and thus look boring
most of the time. The Robinson
RB-04M is designed really well
somewhat like a weapons case
or a case someone would keep
plutonium in.
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Good Lockin
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When it comes to such cases,

most of them are just normal
plastics with a cover, and thats
about it. Most of them are purpose built and thus look boring
most of the time. The Robinson
RB-04M is designed really well
somewhat like a weapons case
or a case someone would keep
plutonium in.
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Spring Oper
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Open up the case and you will see
more covers. Push on the latches
and the covers spring open. All
covers work this way giving the
Robinson RB-04M a very classy
look and feel. Whats more important is that each individual
compartments are sealed really
quite tightly. Hooks and small
snaps will not be able to travel to
other compartments freely.
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The compartments are adjustable by removing the separators.
Should you have a need to bring
along longer or larger hooks,
snaps, etc. all that needs to be
done is to remove the needed
separators to make the compartments larger. This adds to practicality.
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Waterproof
Goodness
Another thing that I like about
the Robinson RB-04M is that
it is waterproof. A rubber goes
around the rim of the case and
when the case is shut tight, the
rubber blocks water from sipping in keeping our hooks,
snaps, etc. safe and dry inside.
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looks great and feels really good.
It has the feel of up market higher priced cases. Whats great is
how it works and it is certainly
a case that will like to have with
me on my fishing expeditions.
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Introducin
The Asian Angler
Zaco Crank CF75M
ACO CF75M bait naturally gives a

sense of dimensions and impressively reduces air resistance. By using a combination of tungsten and steel balls for weight
balance system, ZACO CF75M secures outstanding casting distance.
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Additionally, it was built with the detailed

calculation of the optimal lip angle that occurs right after the landing. Through these
excellent designs, it minimizes the reflection
of light from any angle, and enables wobbling action from even subtle movements.
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Adding rattle inside the body embodies

a realistic vibration and wavelength that
a bait fish makes and it delivers to further
places in order to effectively attract bass.
The Crank comes with our companys selfdeveloped distinctive colors that have proven to catch fish. Crank series adopts durable
and sharp treble hooks approved by all certificated tests.
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Specifications
Body Length: 75mm (3)

Weight: 19g (2/3oz)
Buoyancy: Floating
Running Depth: 2 - 3m (6.6 - 9.8ft)
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FEATURES
Best in Class Quality
Hand Spray Process with Durability
High Quality Paint with Visuality
Internal Holographic Foil
3D Holographic Eyes
High Strength Treble Hooks
Tungsten Ball with Long Casting Design
Glass Rattle Inside
For more information please refer to: http://www.theoutdoorlure.com/zacocf75m/
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Introducin
The Asian Angler
Zaco Minnow SP70S

W
ith a carefully designed thin tail part,

ZACO SP70S reaches the target water level
in a short period of time. Also, what has
been put into consideration is the weight
balance for the sake of improving its carry
distance. The appropriate balance of wiggling and wobbling can easily attract target
fish.
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Using a proper line allows suspension time

for a user to take advantage of. The SP70S
come with our companys self-developed
distinctive colors that have proven to catch
fish. The SP70S adopts durable and sharp
treble hooks approved by all certificated
tests.
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Specifications
Body Length: 70mm (2-3/4)
Weight: 6.4g (7/32oz)
Buoyancy: Suspending 16C (60F)
Running Depth: 0.7m (2.2ft)
FEATURES
Best in Class Quality
Hand Spray Process with Durability
High Quality Paint with Visuality
Internal Holographic Foil
3D Holographic Eyes
High Strength Treble Hooks
Glass Rattle Inside
For more information please refer to: http://www.theoutdoorlure.com/zacocf75m/

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Skill Enhancers
Philemon Foo
Fishing With Spoons Part 4 - Basic Presentations: Let It Fall
poons are so very versatile. There is

no such thing as only one way to present
a spoon unless of course you only know
of one way to do so. I believe that we
need not discuss casting as I believe all
of you know how to cast. Well focus on
fall also called drop action which is
when the spoon breaks the waters surface and falls to the bottom.
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Factors To Note
There are certain general factors that we need to consider here and they are the size of the spoon, the weight
of the spoon, and the design. For the purpose of this
article I will refer to the teardrop designed spoon (being a very common spoon).
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How these factors affect the spoon is in the way it falls

or the fall action. Spoons of different weights and sizes
have different fall actions. Generally larger spoons with
larger surfaces will have wider flutter, wobble, glide,
etc. as compared to smaller spoons.
Lighter spoons may not drop slower than larger heavier

spoons as lighter spoons usually have smaller surface
areas and thus may drop faster due to lower amounts
of resistance from the water. Smaller spoons usually
have narrower flutter and shorter glides. Spoons of different sizes also gives out different acoustics (noises)
and bubble trails underwater.
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Indirect
Factors
The indirect factors include the weight of the hook

used, hook type (single or treble hook), weight of accessories used such as swivels and snaps, as well as the
buoyancy of the lines (leader and main) used.
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Tank Tested
Spoons
Most spoons(those that go through tank testing) are
tested with the hook that it comes with. Most of the
time we change these hooks to better hooks or hooks
that we are comfortable with such as single hooks, and
doing so may change the action of the spoon.
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Balancing
Issues
Changing the weight and size of the swivel and snap
does affect the spoons action too. Using heavier or
lighter swivels and snaps will shift the weight in either
direction (towards the swivel and snap or away which
is usually towards the hook).
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Line Buoyancy
Leaders and mainlines used have a certain degree of
buoyancy. Braided lines tend to float. Fused lines and
monofilament lines will sink at various rates. The fastest sinking lines are fluorocarbon lines and certain
new technological advanced fused lines. All lines have
different sink rates. Line diameters too affect sink rate.
These too effects the action of the spoon during the
drop.
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Environmental
Factors
For those not in the know, saltwater such as the sea,
does affect spoons differently as compared to freshwater. Things tend to have better buoyancy out at sea
due to saltwater being more condensed as compared
to freshwater. Then there are also currents to consider
(rivers and sea) but let us not get too hung up on all
these.
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So What Now?
With all that we have discussed thus far, my recommendation before you make that cast is to first not
worry too much about what you have no control over.
Second, drop the spoon in the water in front of you
and see how it drops (action).
Take a mental note of its drop rate (speed). Drop the

spoon about 3 feet from the tip, place the spoon on the
waters surface and drop your rod tip to about a feet
from the water surface while you mentally count how
long the spoon reaches the bottom (where you feel the
weight of the spoon on your rod tip).
Next, drag the spoon left to right or vice versa at different speeds to see the different swim actions. This
will give you an idea of how your spoon will swims
during the retrieving process of which we will discuss
in a future article.
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Why Is The Fall

Important?
Yes, I have fished with many angler who cast out spoons
and start retrieving right when the spoon hits the water. It is not wrong to do so. But many a times fishes
take spoons during the drop as it makes its way to the
bottom. As it drops it wobbles, flutters, glides, etc. and
should there be a nearby fish, chances are it may hit
your spoon.
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Fishing
Different
Water
Columns
Another reason is to allow your spoon to reach a certain depth (water columns) before cranking it back.
Say for example, you see fishes hanging out at about
5 feet beneath the waters surface and you want your
spoon to swim close to them. What you will have to do
is to wait for your spoon to drop till it reaches the said
water column before you retrieve.
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Know Your
Drop Rate
As mentioned earlier, I highly recommend that you test your setup and
spoons drop rate. When you know your
spoons drop rate you can do a mental
count during the wait, somewhat like
fishing with a countdown lure; for it to
reach the wanted water column before
you start retrieving.
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When Not To
Drop
There are times when allowing your spoon to drop to
the bottom can be a risky affair and you may not want
to take that risk. This is when you are casting to areas
where hard snags like logs are present and youre using
treble hooks. Chances of snagging onto a log is really
quite high and you thus you may decide not to risk it.
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Personally I prefer to use single hooks as doing so reduces the risk of getting snagged and losing your spoon
quite significantly. This allows me to fish along snags
and catch fishes hiding amongst them. Do think about
your setup as well such as rod power / action, line lb,
etc. should you decide to cast towards snags.
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Conclusion
To help you remember to allow your
spoon to drop keep this in mind... Cast,
Wait, Retrieve. When you are fishing in
water such as lakes, dams, out at sea, etc.
you have the option of allowing your
spoon to drop to the bottom. Unless it
is really snaggy and you cannot stomach
the lost of your spoon, try allowing your
spoon to drop.
Pics courtesy of MGFA, Pure Fishing
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Knowledge Wise
Philemon Foo
Lets Talk About Bearings: Part 1

B
earings, one of the more important factors a

lot of anglers use to consider how good a reel is. I
have overheard without intentions of eavesdropping that this reel is better because it has more
bearings than the other one; or you should get
this reel because it has got more bearings.
What Are Bearings?

So, what are bearings? Bearings are in general little things that could be shaped like balls or
cylinders that helps to reduce friction between
parts. In general that is what bearings really are
but then why are they so important that anglers
use them as a means of judging how good a reel
is?
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Fishing And
Heat
Our reels work really hard when we fish. It works
hard when we are casting (bait casting reels especially). They work hard when we retrieve our
lures or baits. They work hard when we are fighting fishes. They even work hard when we are
spooling in lines, removing lines, etc. When they
work, friction amongst parts creates heat.
Big game anglers that play with turbocharged

high performance fishes can attest to how hot
a reel can get when in battle. Reels have burnt
with parts inside breaking mid fight. Some reels
get so hot that they could lightly burn ones skin.
Thus you sometimes hear stories of people pouring water on their reels mid fight to cool it down.
Heat is caused by friction.
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Why Use
Bearings?
First off, I want to make clear that personally I
am not a believer in the more bearings is better
gospel. I believe that the efficient use of bearings
is more important than the amount of bearings.
That said, bearings are super important because
they help to reduce friction thus reducing reel
breakage mid fight. They also help with stability
and balance.
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Types Of
Bearings
Found In
Reels
Inside your fishing reels there are basically 3
types of bearings and they all have a role to play.
These bearings are:
Radial Bearings
Radial bearings are found on reel shafts that supports spools, side plates, handle knobs, etc. They
allow for smoother operations. When one talks
about how smooth a reel is, this is one of the contributing factors.
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One Way Bearings

One Way Bearings are needle roller clutch bearings that are designed to move only in one direction. The one way bearing is normally placed at
the side plate of the handle area. The use of one
way bearings is as the name suggests, to allow
smooth movements in one direction.
Ball Bearings
Ball bearings are basically balls that are placed at

places such as the areas that support the shafts in
certain reels, inside certain handle knobs, to support certain worm gears, etc. They are of course
sound inside radial bearings.
All these bearings are made using various materials such as steel, stainless steel , and ceramic of
which we will cover in later magazine issues.
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Bushings
Vs. Bearings
Remember earlier on I said that I am not a believer in the gospel of more bearings means better reel? The reason is because for certain reels
more bearings may not be better. One example is
saltwater reels. Certain parts in saltwater reels are
more prone to getting wet with saltwater.
Being corrosive in nature, saltwater can and will

rust even expensive good quality stainless steel.
For reasons of such some reel manufacturers use
bushings instead of bearings for these parts and it
makes sense maintenance wise.
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Simply
Adding
Bearings
Another reason is that there are manufacturer
who add bearings just for the sake of adding
bearings to create a better image of their reels
(some only claim to have that many but actually dont). Doing so brings no benefit but there
is the additional weight and maintenance issues
to think about (rusting bearings breaking up and
causing damage to other parts for example).
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High
Quality Reels
There are high quality reels with lots of bearings like the
Shimano Stella that comes with 14+1 bearing. A lot of
time, effort, and money has gone into making them better
reels and the bearings used are placed there functionally
to give one the ultimate of smoothness and feel as well as
better durability to parts. In such instances I agree wholeheartedly with the amounts of bearings needed.
So Now You Know

So now you know why bearings are important and having
more does not always mean better. Whats more important is functionality. This article should also give you new
found respect for your reels. Take care of them well and
they will in return take care of you.
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News Worthy
The Asian Angler
Power
Collaboration
G
ood custom rod builders can build really good rods but
they may not have enough clout to work with rod factories to
have them mass produced at a good price point. Rod brands on
the other hand can make very good rods at affordable prices but
these rods are normally not as finely tuned as those made by a
specialized custom rod builder.
Dream Team
Recently MGFA (Malaysian Game Fishing Anglers) joined forces with a very well known rod builder, Kenny of Extreme Anglers, who has build rods for many anglers from many countries
around the world, and whom himself fishes a lot. This collaboration completes a very powerful puzzle bringing finely tuned rods
to anglers at mass production prices.
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MGFA
There are high quality reels with lots of bearings like the
Shimano Stella that comes with 14+1 bearing. A lot of time,
effort, and money has gone into making them better reels
and the bearings used are placed there functionally to give
one the ultimate of smoothness and feel as well as better
durability to parts. In such instances I agree wholeheartedly
with the amounts of bearings needed.
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Kenny
Extreme Anglers
Kenny is a hardcore angler and have been building custom

rods for a long time. As the name Extreme Anglers go, Kenny is
known for building fine tuned rods working with a very sound
knowledge of blanks, precise guide placements, etc. and has created rods to handle extreme fishing.
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Having A
Chat
We recently had a chat to discover why

such a collaboration happened and it
made a lot of sense. First of all, such a collaboration will make the country (Malaysia) proud and has the potential to change
the future of fishing. Here is our chat with
Mak of MGFA & Kenny of Extreme Anglers.
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Chat Time
Why did MGFA decide to collaborate with
Extreme Anglers?
MGFA and EXTREME ANGLERS share the same goal and
vision. Our goal is to build a local brand and make it global.
We want anglers around the world to recognize Malaysia as
a country that is able to produce and engineer quality products. This to me is the most important element in our partnership.
To build a brand with international recognition, the core
product itself needs to be really good and to serve functionality. It must be engineered to outperform many and sit
on par with the best. And finally, innovation is the key for
survival in a competitive environment and Kennys in-depth
knowledge is our asset to open that door.
Kenny is the most technically sound person I know in the
industry, be it about fishing equipment or the sport itself.
When Kenny talks, he talks with many years of experience.
He is also very hand-on and is constantly at the forefront of
changing global trends. He does not derive knowledge from
GOOGLE or catalogues.
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What is the difference between Kennys design and the

others?
Kennys design focuses on functionality while many other rod makers focuses more on the form (outlook / design) making them attractive, easy to
produce, and easy to mass market.
In our collaboration Kenny will handle the technical parts of building the
ZEN ZAGAN of which includes the guide system, handle construction,
blank engineering and material, and the action as well as the power of the
rod; hence the term CUSTOM STANDARD.
In Malaysia, there is a lot of misconceived idea about custom rod building.
Many anglers build custom rods for the sole purpose of owning a piece of
his favourite rod that no other angler can purchase off the shelf. There are
also some anglers who chance upon a blank that they like but is not produced into a complete rod for them to purchase. They thus purchase the
blank and have a rod built for them.
But when it comes to EXTREME ANGLERS, a custom built rod is made to
outperform mass production rods that are found off the shelves. First off,
the blank and its character must be made for a certain type of fishing taking into consideration the length, the blank action, lb ratings, and materials used.
The next but also very important aspect, something of which many do
not fully grasp, is the guide settings. Many just follow the Fuji catalogue
as long as Fuji guides are in use, or they will refer to popular fishing rods
available in the market to ensure that nothing will go wrong. However,
these may not always be the best settings for the said rods.
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Each and every blank has its own character although they may share the
same length or lb rating, and with different characters one will have to set
the guides differently to optimize the performance standards of the blank
according to the fishing application it is built for.
When both these factors are combined, we get what we call a rod with
high functionality or an well rounded rod; a rod that is light for its class,
well balanced, sensitive and responsive to work lures or jigs, and ultimately
delivers enough power and comfort during battles with fishes.
What type of jigging rods are local anglers (Malaysian

anglers) most interested in and what is demanded of
these rods?
Most local anglers want their jigging rods to be light, thin or fine (smaller
in diameter) as they move towards using smaller reel sizes and lower line
lb. Many anglers have started enjoying the challenges of fighting a big fish
on smaller tackle as well as the effectiveness of smaller jigs.
Of course what Malaysian anglers enjoy most is the fight more than anything else. We tend to fight hard, fast, and aggressive with high drag settings and that sometimes results in rods breaking. Many prefer a rod that
can take a fair amount of abuse, as well as a rod that allows the angler to
focus on the fight having full confidence in his tackle giving him zero failure.
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How many series are there in the new ZEN ZAGAN

stable?
5 series 16 models. These models are:
SLOW TWITCH PE 1-3 Standard Jigging / Bottom Rod
METAL MAYHEM PE 2-3 Standard Jigging / Bottom Rod
MICRO MANIA 0-6-1.5, 0.8-2.0 Micro Jigging But also able to take
40gm
OFFSHORE SHOOTER Boat casting Sinking Minnows, Poppers, Spoon
Good for TENGGIRI, DORADO, GT, QUEENFISH
SLOW PITCH 66 PE 1-3 , PE 2-4 Slow pitch game
What are the advantages of the new series?

The advantages of this new series is the ability to handle many different fishing techniques applicable to coastal boat game fishing. Any angler to owns
a set of Zagan rods is considered fully equipped to fish for many parts of our
waters.
Every model shares two common characteristics in its blank construction
of which are being lightweight and powerful. If you have use any one of the
models and you like it, I am very confident that you will end up falling for
the rest.
What is the purpose of developing this new series?

The purpose of this new series is to allow our anglers to fish with using the
many varieties of techniques that they are exposed to and to give our saltwater anglers a fishing rod that is specifically designed for our local conditions, techniques, and game fishes. We believe that this will enable our
anglers to fish better and enjoy the fishing experience better too.
Many reputable rods in the market are made without focusing on our market and our anglers, but their place or country of origin. Therefore they
may not be the best rods made to handle our game fishes as well as our local fishing conditions.
Will there be further collaboration between MGFA &

EXTREME ANGLERS to develop new rod series?
MGFA and EXTREME ANGLERS next collaboration will be the GTZERO
ready built rods that will be tuned by Kenny. We will also collaborate on a
new brand of which will be an ongoing project.
Conclusion
Well, the future is exciting. I am excited with the possibilities that this collaboration will bring to our fishing scene.. Better rods, better performance,
and better prices. We are patiently awaiting.
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Highlighting
VIPER STING (HIGHEST STATE OF

CONSCIOUSNESS)
ith light tackle picking up steam, the

new Viper Sting rod is poised to give light
tackle anglers a lot of fun. The Viper Sting
is lightweight and built tough using high
quality graphite blanks and thus is able to
manage many species of fish while not being overly rigid thus allowing anglers loads
of fun.
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Confident Handling
The Viper Stings EVA is ergonomically designed in such away to give you the most
comfortable of grip while you are fishing.
Care is also put into the weight of the EVA
as the Viper Sting is a well balance rod and
rod balancing is a delicate process, thus it is
important to ensure that balance is maintained despite shaving off weight at the EVA.
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Quality Built
Viper Sting rods are carbon rods that are

well designed and sporty being adorned
with carbon fiber wrap, quality Fuji components, high quality EVA handles, and
quality graphite blank.
Baitcasting
VS562MLB 6-12LB 6-17G
VS561MLB 6-12LB 6-17G
VS602MLB 6-15LB 6-20G
VS602MB 8-17LB 7-21G
VS601MLB 6-15LB 6-20G
Spinning
VS602MS 8-17LB
7-21G
VS662MHS 8-20LB 7-25G

VS702MHS
10-20LB 10-30G
For more information contact MGFA at

+6 07 8619 289
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Stuffs And Goodies
The Asian Angler
SOG Knives
F
rom bluegills in a farm pond to tuna on the high seas, the rewards
of fishing are when you catch that prized dream fish and when bait fishing we need to slice bait sometimes. This fillet knife helps to do just that
quickly and expertly with a limber, non-stick, SOG sharp stainless steel
blade designed to transform meat into bait.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6kPnD_kw2aY
The SOG Fillet Knife is everything you want in a fillet knife. SOGs purpose-driven fillet knife is definitely a keeper. The soft grippy handle and
the flexible non-stick blade gives you maximum control and comfort
while filleting. The included hard molded nylon sheath has a built-in
single-stage sharpener, line cutter, and holes for easy drainage. The SOG
Fillet Knives come in two blade lengths: 6.0-inch for smaller fish and 7.5inch for your all-purpose fillet use.
Website: http://www.sogknives.com/
Note: This product may not be available in some markets.
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Stuffs And Goodies
The Asian Angler
Columbia North Plain Waterproof Shoes

A
n incredible value, this lightweight, versatile shoe delivers performance
and durability in a package that wont break the bank. Aggressively lugged rubber soles provide superior traction while the waterproof-breathable bootie
membrane keeps you dry. On top, a combination of suede, textile and webbing
keeps feet secure and protected. A true all-rounder, this shoe is ideal for a variety of trail-based activities from hiking to running.
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Techlite midsole for lightweight cushioning
Omni-Grip rubber for optimal traction on all surfaces
Combination suede leather, textile and webbing upper
Waterproof-breathable bootie membrane to lock moisture out
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Waterproof materials and construction method
Weight: size 9, pair = 12.6oz / 357
Website: http://www.columbia.com/mens-north-plains-waterproof-BM3896.html
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Stuffs And Goodies
The Asian Angler
Ricoh WG-M1 Waterproof Action Camera

L
ive out your adventure with the all-new WG-M1. The latest addition to
the WG series combines the features you love, including waterproof, shockresistant and coldproof assurance plus the ability to capture class leading highresolution images and motion activities. With the ultra-wide angle lens, users
are sure to capture an array of outdoor activities from underwater adventures to
daredevil outdoor fun. Waterproof up to a depth of 32 feet and cold resistant to
temperatures as low as -10C, the WG-M1 is ideal for the adventure seeker.
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With the equipped Wi-Fi connection, sending still images and movies from
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With the WG-M1 youll be able to capture dynamic Full HD movie clips with a
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Equipped with a 1.5-inch color LCD monitor, you can easily check real-time
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Junior Anglers
Get Your Kids Fishing

An Initiative By The Asian Angler Magazine
Fishing is a very healthy sport.
As anglers we enjoy fresh air, we

experience nature, we improve
our analytical skills, we absorb
vitamins from the sun, we expend
our minds, we learn about the
environment, etc.
There are so many benefits to
fishing and we should reduce our
kids addiction to video games,
computer games, playing with
mobile devices, etc. We should get
them to interact more with our
environment and teach them a
thing or two about life and living
life.
With this in mind we hope to
encourage you to take your kid(s)
fishing and have dedicated a section of our magazine to Junior
Anglers.
* Picture courtesy of Pure Fishing
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Junior Anglers
By Amirul Irfan
Marching Through March
verall, March has been great. The weather

was hot and water levels dropped but I managed to hook a few fish. Pressure from other
commitments such as school has limited my
fishing time but I still have the weekends. Notice the mount of soil at the end of the steroid
pond?
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The back of the steroid pond

has a different view now. I
presume that it will be covered, so I have decided to start
my snakehead relocation program. From the beginning of
March I have caught and kept
snakeheads, and will relocate
them to other locations. Other
fish species will be included.
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Bashing through the jungle to reach

a spot with lots of tree stumps,
snakeheads and peacock bass.
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I have failed to pluck any fish out of

this area. I tried fishing the Berkley
Havoc Pitboss, but I failed to set
the hook after a Giant Snakehead
took it. There are some peacock
bass lurking around in this area
too.
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The anticipation of fishing topwater lures is exciting. Seeing torpedo shaped wakes going straight
towards your lure can make your
heart stop for a while. I am a topwater fan, and I am sure that will
never change.
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30cm Striped Snakehead on the Rapala Countdown 5 in Golden Alburnus. I decided to match the hatch as
the fish in the steroid pond are very
spooky and I was successful. The
tight wiggle and baitfish profile of the
countdown is perfect for fooling wary
snakeheads.
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Rapala Countdown 5 in Hot Tiger.

This snakeheads was fooled by my
younger brother right before we left.
Another lure added to my favourite
list.
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Juvenile striped snakehead caught

with a worm in just 10 seconds. The
low water level and high temperatures
made the fish passive so I had to use
bait. Back to basics can be fun.
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A tilapia caught on worms too.

Fighting it with 4lb Berkley Solutions mono is fun. It pulled
my bobber around and put up
a great fight until I had it in my
hands. Now it is in my aquarium feasting on shrimps while
waiting to be relocated.
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I tried to fish for another tilapia at the same spot but this juvenile striped snakehead managed
to steal the worms first. It made a
run into some reeds and 4lb test
was not enough. I had to get in and
pull it out of the reeds with a plank.
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My youngest brother managed to

hook this juvenile tilapia. They
look great when they are small.
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This juvenile snakehead was caught

on a live minnow in around a
minute. Watching my float bob
away after the snakehead took
the minnow was tempting. The
hook was small but it managed
to hook the lip of this snakehead.
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Climbing Perch caught on a worm.

Bigger ones were nibbling hard
but they managed to get away.
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Mr.Zul Ali, a friend I met at Uncle

Jims tackle shop. He thought me some
great knowledge about hampala barbs
and snakeheads. During our short
meet and fish session, I missed a few
juvenile snakeheads but it was fun.
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Some snakeheads in the holding tank. Currently I have 6 snakeheads waiting to be relocated. I feed
them with shrimp and minnows I
net at the steroid pond. Hundreds
of shrimp can be caught in an hour
by using a homemade minnow trap.
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The Berkley Powerbait Kasumi

Craw never fails to produce. I used
the green pumpkin colour for contrast in the murky water on that
particular day. I fished the craw at
a fast pace on top of some hydrilla.
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I do not know what is that orange

marking on this snakehead. It seems
to be a healed wound, but I am not really sure.
Super stoked for April , and I hope
everyone reading this will have a great
time ahead be it on the water or in
an office (dreaming about fishing..).
Please remember to stay safe while
fishing. Recently I have heard of multiple fishing related accidents. If you
are fishing from a boat, wear proper
gear and take necessary measures to
prevent any accidents.
Tight lines and Happy fishing.
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26
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5
Right
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23
23
HAND
WEIGHT BEARINGS RETRIEVE
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8
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PRECISION CASTING AND CONTROL IN THE ULTIMATE ROUND REEL
Not just any reel has what it takes to bear the Mrrum name - introducing the new Mrrum ZX.
From its machined aluminum frame andsideplates to bent carbon handle and at EVA knobs,
no detail was spared in designing the ultimate round reel. Compact design coupled with the
renowned IVCB-IV (Innitely Variable Centrifugal Brake) system enables anglers to cast ultralightweight lures with precision, accuracy and control.
THE ABU ADVANTAGE

10 stainless steel HPCR bearings + 1 roller bearing provides increased corrosion protection
Machined aluminum frame and sideplates provides strength without excess weight
Carbon Matrix drag system provides smooth, consistent drag pressure across the entire drag range
IVCB-IVTM (Innitely Variable Centrifugal Brake) gives very precise brake adjustments allowing anglers to
easily cast a wide variety of baits
Inni II 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
Titanium coated line guide reduces friction and improves durability
Recessed reel foot allows for a more ergonomic reel design
Made in Sweden
MODEL #
SAP #
MORRUMZX-3600 1292537 Box
MORRUMZX-3601 1292538 Box
MONO
CAPACITY
12 lb/135 yd
12 lb/135 yd
BRAID
CAPACITY
30 lb/135yd
30 lb/135yd
MAX
DRAG
15 lb
15 lb
GEAR
RATIO
6.3:1
6.3:1
INCHES
HAND
PER TURN WEIGHT BEARINGS RETRIEVE
28
7.34 oz
11
Right
28
7.34 oz
11
Left
The stainless steel gear train in our Squall Lever Drag

reels doesnt get much tougher. Machined from stainless
steel and drilled out for weight reduction, these gears offer
the perfect combination of strength and speed.
to water. We then pretreat each drag washer with a

special compound developed by PENN engineers.....
PENN SQUALL LEVER DRAG 2-SPEED
TM
The PENN Squall Lever Drag 2-Speed is basically a graphite International and comes
in the 3 most popular big game sizes. Made from graphite for its benefits of being both
lightweight and corrosion resistant. The Quick-Shift 2-Speed and Dura-Drag systems
have been perfected in our International reels and the technology has transfered down
to the Squall platform.
THE PENN ADVANTAGE

Stainless steel main and pinion gear
Dura-Drag washers virtually eliminate hesitation, even under extreme drag settings
Quick-Shift 2-speed system
Double-dog ratchet anti-reverse
Line Capacity Rings
Model
Material #
SQL16VS
SQL30VSW
SQL50VSW
1292936
1292937
1292938
Mono Cap.
(yds/lb)
Braid Cap.
(yds/lb)
1090/15 725/20 540/30

1490/30 1040/50 865/65
1395/20 1035/30 595/50 1995/50 1660/65 1435/80
1550/30 890/50 565/80 2485/65 2145/80 1835/100
Bearings
Max Drag
@ Strike
Max Drag
@ Full
Gear Ratio
4
4
4
20 lbs
24 lbs
30 lbs
26 lbs
32 lbs
40 lbs
4.5:1 / 2.1:1
4.2:1 / 1.8:1
2.9:1 / 1.5:1
Line Retrieve Weight

(in)High/Low (oz)
39/18
41/18
33/17
38.5
47.0
55.6

379
Featuring
AVAILABLE IN
LEFT HAND
AVAILABLE IN
LINECOUNTER
SwitchbladeTM Harness Lugs

available on the SQL50LW
PENN SQUALL LEVEL WIND
PENN GT LEVEL WIND
THE PENN ADVANTAGE

High-strength marine grade bronze alloy main gear
Stainless steel pinion gear
THE PENN ADVANTAGE

Lightweight graphite frame
Machined and anodized aluminum spool
Built in linecounter for precise depth control (LC models)
High-strength marine grade bronze alloy main gear
Precision-machined stainless steel pinion gear
HT-100 drag washers provide smooth drag under heavy loads
Stainless steel level wind
Stainless steel reel stand
The PENN Squall Level Wind reel is the sucessor to the GT series reels which have
been around for decades and proven themselves on big fish. The Squall LW has all
of the proven featurs of the GT series, with the addition of improved gear ratios and
an Instant Anti-Reverse bearing, in a more compact package. Left hand sizes
available in the 20 and 30 sizes.
2+1 Shielded stainless steel bearing system

Instant Anti-Reverse bearing with silent back up ratchet
Line Capacity Rings
Model
SQL15LW
SQL20LW
SQL20LWLH
SQL30LW
SQL30LWLH
SQL50LW
Material #
Mono Cap. (yds/lb)
Braid Cap. (yds/lb)
1292939
1292940
1292941
1292943
1292944
1292945
320/15 280/17 215/20

415/17 315/20 290/25
415/17 315/20 290/25
455/25 370/30 285/40
455/25 370/30 285/40
435/40 320/50 285/60
580/20 435/30 305/50

865/20 650/30 455/50
865/20 650/30 455/50
1020/30 710/50 590/65
1020/30 710/50 590/65
900/65 775/80 665/100
2+1
2+1
2+1
2+1
2+1
2+1
15 lbs
15 lbs
15 lbs
20 lbs
20 lbs
20 lbs
4.9:1
4.9:1
4.9:1
4.9:1
4.9:1
4.0:1
Line Retrieve (in)
Weight (oz)
28
28
28
35
35
32
16.2
16.9
16.9
20.9
20.9
24.6
The PENN GT family of reels is one of the most recognizable on the market and perhaps
the most capable all-around level wind reel available. The GT reels are available in models
capable of everything from light-duty inshore bottom fishing to heavy-duty halibut models
and that is why they are the standard reel of choice on charter and private boats throughout
the country.
Model
321GT2
330GT2
Mtr # (Box Clam)
Mono Cap. (yds/lb)
Braid Cap. (yds/lb)
1152017 Box
1152021 Box
410/15 290/20 190/30

450/20 330/30 250/40
775/20 575/30 400/50

900/30 625/50 525/65

2
2
12 lbs
16 lbs
4.3:1
3.6:1
Line Retrieve (in)
Weight (oz)
25
26
23
27

381
Featuring
ROD FORD SINISTER EBEK SPECIAL
Rod Ford first ever collaboration with Azahar MJ, a fishing guide and
boat captain of Pekan, Pahang. Greatly known for his prowess in
hunting the Ebeks with metal jigs and wild mackerel chase, Rod Ford
built coastal class saltwater jigging rods to Azahars own specification
preference.
Each of the Sinister Ebek Special models come in dual handles. The
extended with split rear end for jigging and a shorter full EVA handle
for lure casting in estuaries, bay, coastal lines or around islands.
The perfection is in which each model is equally well balance with
both handles.
383
The 73 model is made to execute long fall technique with fluttering

metal jigs on a spin outfit. Though contradictory to what the native
Japanese suggest to using a multiplier reel for this option; our local
shallow waters of South China Sea allows the different setup combination.
Constructed from 24TON + 30TON Carbon and equipped with standard K SiC guides and Fuji ACM/VSS reel seats.
Comes in two section models with butt joint and dual handles.
RFSN732/692S-LJ
PE1.0-2.0 JIG100g
RFSN632/572B-LJ
PE0.8-2.0 JIG 100g
RFSN632/592S-LJ
PE0.8-2.0 JIG 100g
For more information please contact:

MGFA (M) Sdn. Bhd.
Tel: 607-861 9289
Fax: 607-863 2189
Email: info@mgfanglers.com
385
Featuring
ROD FORD HALFMOON ULTIMATE
A revival of a hit from 2010, the Halfmoon was a favorite among

snakehead lure anglers then for its moderate action which cleverly
impart better swimming action to deep diving minnows and a tough
blank you can push to its limit during a do or die tussle.
Rod Ford designs the new Halfmoon with Carbon Veil concept; layering the outer blank with additional carbon scrim to increase strength
and toughness. This is visually evident with the wavy carbon patterns throughout the blanks surface. A concept adopted by the older
model too; difference lies in the finer finishing on the latter. Handle
section is further wrapped with Aramid (Kevlar) for stiffness and cool
factor.
387
Constructed from 24TON Carbon and equipped with standard K SiC

guides and Fuji ACM/VSS reel seats.
Comes in only one section models.
RFHM561B-M
5 6 6-12 L B 4-20G LURE MEDIUM ACTION WT : 110G BAIT
RFHM631B-M
6 3 8-14 L B 6-20G LURE MEDIUM ACTION WT : 120G BAIT
RFHM631S-M
6 3 8-14 L B 6-20G LURE MEDIUM ACTION WT : 120G SPIN

MGFA (M) Sdn. Bhd.
Tel: 607-861 9289
Fax: 607-863 2189
389
Featuring
Zen KON
Zen KON is a polyhedron shape jig that is designed for

slow jigging approach and long fall method. Fishes usually get excited and attack when the jig free fall with its
enticing built in action. Comes in 2 different sizes ranging
20G &40G; Zen Kon offers 5 different colors in reflective
laser effect which prove to be an effective visual attractant for SW game fishes from afar. Color available: Blue
smelt, Sardine, Dorado, Shinner, & Mullet.

MGFA (M) Sdn. Bhd.
Tel: 607-861 9289
Fax: 607-863 2189
391
Featuring
K-RU POP
Pop, Gurgling, slide and pushes water with each rod twitch,
K-RU Pop float and maintain a horizontal profile even when
motionless on the water. The enticing swimming leg action during retrieve sends lurking snakehead into frenzy, Made with
TPR material, K-RU Pop is very lifelike and incredibly tough.
Available in 7cm/4gm and 9cm/10gm with 3 colors to choose.

MGFA (M) Sdn. Bhd.
Tel: 607-861 9289
Fax: 607-863 2189
393
Featuring
Rod Ford ATOM Tune Up Stage
Rod Ford ATOM Tune up stage rod designed for those crazy
lure caster out there with made with quality composite graphite to make it light for long hours casting, sensitive and tough
to suit the every challenging fishing environment where are
the predator hiding. This Rod ford ATOM rod action which enhances the lifting power with a handing feel while minimizing
the fatigue and exhaustion experiences by the angler. FUJI
component guide and reel seat.
Model available:
RFATCT501MRFB LINE 4-10LB LURE 1/8-3/8OZ

MGFA (M) Sdn. Bhd.
Tel: 607-861 9289
Fax: 607-863 2189
395
Featuring
If life squid is the ultimate bait for sea fishing as what

all saltwater anglers swear by; Rod Ford Loligos should
make the ultimate metal bait for micro jigging and shore
casting. 15gms in weight, the LOLIGOS flashes in daylight with its reflective laser sticker front and back body
and glow in luminous green under dark conditions. The
LOLIGOS slightly protruded fins imparts a irresistible
swimming that provokes strike without fail. Either reel it
in or let sink and jig it up. Highly effective for Cencaru
Kuda.
Color Avalible: Green, Blue, Pink, Silver & Black.

MGFA (M) Sdn. Bhd.
Tel: 607-861 9289
Fax: 607-863 2189
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The Salmo Seeker certainly cast very

SQUALL LEVER DRAG 2-SPEED

FATHOM LEVEL WIND

heavy loads. Powerful HT-100 Drag System.

Light Drag Range

The stainless steel gear train in our Squall Lever Drag

to water. We then pretreat each drag washer with a

SQUALL LEVER DRAG 2-SPEED

1090/15 725/20 540/30

VERSA-DRAG - By rearranging the sequence of the keyed metal

Our Dura-Drag material contains a special Phenolic

Lightweight graphite frame and sideplates

Line Retrieve Weight

Quick-Shift 2-speed system

FATHOM LEVEL WIND

Mono Cap. (yds/lb)

Braid Cap. (yds/lb)

320/17 260/20 230/25

675/20 500/30 350/50

Full Metal Body and sideplates

Bearings Max Drag Gear Ratio

Line Retrieve (in)

3 Shielded stainless steel ball bearings

Rod Ford Sinister Azahar Ebek Special - Signature Rod

Testing Grounds: Exotic Pond (Rawang)

Configuration: 2 pieces offset (butt joint)

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Being rated with a maximum power of

Backbone Power Range (lb)

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ust is an emotion or feeling of intense desire in the body...

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