WhiteWaterOut Posted January 16, 2014 Report Share Posted January 16, 2014 Hello folks! Just got word from 3-Tand that their new Spinning Reel is in the development stage and they are looking for some feedback from potential users.... Here is what 3-Tand sent me ... Survey Link Below Tell Us What You Want In A Spinning Reel Your opinion counts, that is why we invite you to submit your vision for our new line of 3-TAND spinning reels for surfcasting and inshore fishing which we plan to have available before ICAST 2014. As a way to say thanks, each person that participates in this survey will be entered into a drawing where we will select 3 names from those who entered and give 3 low serial numbers spinning reel to the names selected (1 per winner). All those who submit their suggestions and contact information will receive a special mail-in rebate. Only those who participate will be eligible for this special discount, so share your thoughts with us today. We look forward to hearing what you want to see in the next innovative line of reels we will soon offer. The purpose of this survey is to help us determine what serious fishermen are looking for in a spinning reel by listing their wish of popular features and new features currently not available. The market segment for these new spinning reels is for surfcasting and inshore fishing. The plan is the have up to 6 sizes available. Simply fill out the information and include your comments on our This survey will run until February 17, 2014. Submit your recommendations today and you will either win or save with 3-TAND (complete details to be supplied on the mail-in rebate). Sincere thanks, Rob Koelewyn Fisherman. Designer. Engineer Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gnuisance Posted January 16, 2014 Report Share Posted January 16, 2014 I want it all. Reasonable price, sealed body and drag, smooth cranking and smooth drag. Lightweight with high line capacity. Excellent casting. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sterny Posted January 16, 2014 Report Share Posted January 16, 2014 I want waterproof and lightweight. Good for wading or underwater fishing. Maybe a longer spool design to get a little more distance than the VS of ZB models. Option of bailed or not bailed. Like the hook holder on the ZB. Long enough foot to not knock knuckles. You should be able to service yourself if needed. Sterny Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WhiteWaterOut Posted January 16, 2014 Author Report Share Posted January 16, 2014 Quote:Originally Posted by Sterny I want waterproof and lightweight. Good for wading or underwater fishing. Maybe a longer spool design to get a little more distance than the VS of ZB models. Option of bailed or not bailed. Like the hook holder on the ZB. Long enough foot to not knock knuckles. You should be able to service yourself if needed. Sterny Don't forget to fill that out in their survey... http://www.3-tand.com/spinning_reels.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WhiteWaterOut Posted January 16, 2014 Author Report Share Posted January 16, 2014 Quote:Originally Posted by gnuisance I want it all. Reasonable price, sealed body and drag, smooth cranking and smooth drag. Lightweight with high line capacity. Excellent casting. Don't forget to fill that out in their survey... http://www.3-tand.com/spinning_reels.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FISH BUCKET Posted January 16, 2014 Report Share Posted January 16, 2014 what will be their price point? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
unclemikenj Posted January 16, 2014 Report Share Posted January 16, 2014 done... thanks for sharing the link Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GORDONFISHERMAN Posted January 16, 2014 Report Share Posted January 16, 2014 is this gonna be made here or china? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ged Posted January 17, 2014 Report Share Posted January 17, 2014 Very excited about another new spinner. Rob has brought us both VS and ZB. I can't wait to see this. I had a feeling this would happen Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lichum Posted January 17, 2014 Report Share Posted January 17, 2014 I recommend the use of standard thread, stainless steel socket cap fasteners. Metric or SAE. Fit the new reel with a simple, one-piece handle like that of the Abu Cardinal 807i. Design a reel that is simple and strong with a minimum # of parts like the legendary Penn 706. A simple reel with a minimum # of parts is easily serviced. Design the reel with a cover plate like the 706's that is easily removed to service the reel. "Who is John Galt?" Who? You? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lichum Posted January 17, 2014 Report Share Posted January 17, 2014 Very excited about another new spinner. Rob has brought us both VS and ZB. I can't wait to see this. I had a feeling this would happen +1. Innovative, high-quality reels are always exciting. "Who is John Galt?" Who? You? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Psychotic Fisherman Posted January 17, 2014 Report Share Posted January 17, 2014 High gear ratio, torque, line capacity and drag. They should make something that will take the offshore market by storm but be able to cross over flawlessly into the surf...like a cross between a Stella and Van Staal. Sorry but we already have the perfect surf reel...Van Staal. If it ain't broke don't fix it. Innovate and create something completely new that isn't a spinoff of something that already exists. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ripitsik Posted January 17, 2014 Report Share Posted January 17, 2014 Alan hawk should chime in MA. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave T. Posted January 17, 2014 Report Share Posted January 17, 2014 Do you guys really think this survey is for real? It's just Rob out to promote his new venture. Now I have respect for him as a designer and really like his previous efforts but I have a feeling he was lining this up when he went over to China to oversee the production of the ZB. I am sure the design and price point are already set, soon an insider will start coming on giving all kinds of updates and "confidential" info, just like the last time. I am fairly confident the reel will be made overseas, be a modified ZB design and come at a appealing price point( he's already done it with the companies fly reels). If QC is controlled he will probably again be a force in the surf casting market. I find it funny to think that the person who had a hand in developing two of the benchmark reels for surf fishing would need input as to bail type, weight, line capacity and price point. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Micodese Posted January 17, 2014 Report Share Posted January 17, 2014 Done Live for something or die for nothing. HateBreed Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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