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The Quantum Kevin VanDam Signature Series Baitcaster Reel was made for the highest-performing bass angler on the planet, in three separate gear ratios to fit every possible fishing situation. Built on a sleek low-profile frame, Quantum’s Kevin VanDam Signature Series Reel has 10 stainless steel bearings including a strong, zero-play Continuous Anti-Reverse™ roller bearing for eye-crossing hooksets. The exclusive ACS™ cast control system offers precise adjustability via an external dial, so you can adapt quickly to the most demanding conditions--no need to fiddle with sidecovers and weights. At this level, time is money! Handy Flippin' Switch™ for ultimate versatility. Line recovery in inches per handle turn.
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Questions & Answers for Quantum® Kevin VanDam Signature Series Baitcast Reels

Question
is a left-handed model offered
asked 1 year, 1 month ago
by
petergersumky
 - san diego, ca
on Quantum® Kevin VanDam Signature Series Baitcast Reels
4 answers
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answer 1
Yes
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Top 100 Contributor
answered 2 months, 2 weeks ago
by
fishingboy14
 - Bloomington, IN
answer 2
YES I HAVE ONE PURCHASED IN MARCH 2008
answered 10 months ago
by
BIRDMAN114
 - CALABASH,NC
answer 3
As of 10/10/2008, left hand versions are now available. Check online. I own two right hand versions, and with the exception of the pointy star drags, I really like them. Check out my review.
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answered 1 year, 1 month ago
by
CowboyFan
 - Memphis, TN
answer 4
yes it is.
answered 1 year, 1 month ago
by
sportsman89
 - Arkansas
Question
Which Ratio should I use for flipping tubes?
I will be doing a lot of tube flipping and smaller crank baits on float trips and I was wondering which ratio to purchase. I read where you can slow a reel down easier than speed one up should I just buy the highest? Also this will be my first baitcaster.
asked 3 months, 3 weeks ago
by
Theshoe
 - Indiana
on Quantum® Kevin VanDam Signature Series Baitcast Reels
2 answers
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answer 1
I only buy the middle range of 6.3:1 or around there because it is all purpose. You can slow it down, or you just reel really fast to burn a spinnerbait back. It works well. I hope this helps you. Plus, I have never had a backlash with this baitcaster yet, so you should be good to go since it is your first baitcaster. Just remember to set the magnetic spool brake higher until you get good. GOOD FISHING!!
answered 3 months ago
by
fishsniper
 - Pennsylvania
answer 2
I would suggest going in the middle ground primarily because it is your first baitcaster. It is true that it is easy to slow down your retrieval but one drawback to faster ratio reels is they usually have less drag power and that can make it tougher to drag the big ones out of cover. After you get used to using one you can see if you want to move up to a higher ratio..
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answered 3 months, 2 weeks ago
by
Curtyloves2fish
 - Omaha, NE
Question
Line recommendation
What line do you recommend? My fluorocarbon keeps tangling when casting. Please recommend specific item.
asked 4 months ago
by
rkbstok
 - Chicago IL
on Quantum® Kevin VanDam Signature Series Baitcast Reels
2 answers
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answer 1
I'd use power pro and put the numbers on the side on about 5-10
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answered 2 months, 2 weeks ago
by
fishingboy14
 - Bloomington, IN
answer 2
If you want to keep with the flourocarbon I would say Seaguar invizx probably 15lb depending on application. However if you want a mono I would suggest Berkley Maxx I use it often and it performs well.
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answered 3 months, 2 weeks ago
by
Curtyloves2fish
 - Omaha, NE
Question
is this the same reel as the quantum code red??
asked 7 months ago
by
BLuEBeLL
 - o'burg sc
on Quantum® Kevin VanDam Signature Series Baitcast Reels
2 answers
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answer 1
According to Quantum the difference is that the code has a graphite frame and the VanDam series has an aluminum.
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answered 1 month, 4 weeks ago
by
retiredbosn
 - WV
answer 2
I think they may be slightly diffrent but not much.
answered 7 months ago
by
TopWaterKiller
Question
How does the flipping switch work ?
asked 10 months ago
by
justabeerman
 - Effingham, IL
on Quantum® Kevin VanDam Signature Series Baitcast Reels
2 answers
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answer 1
the flipping switch is engaged when you slide the small silver piece on the right side of th reel to the F. this causes the thumb bar to come back up without turning the handle.
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answered 3 months, 2 weeks ago
by
fishdaily
answer 2
NEVER BEEN A BIG FAN OF THE FLIPPIN SWITCH UNTIL I GOT THIS REEL. WORKS EXTREMELY WELL PRETTY EASY TO GET USED TO.
answered 9 months ago
by
ONETUFFREEL
 - TUSCOLA,IL
Question
I have a 6.3 & a 5.1 on 6'6" med.and med.lite bass pro crankin' rods.what's the ideal usage for each set-up?
asked 1 year, 1 month ago
by
bassinyankee
 - Rhode Island
on Quantum® Kevin VanDam Signature Series Baitcast Reels
2 answers
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answer 1
I'd use your 5.1 with the ml for topwater, or light crankbaits. the other setup for crankbaits or larger topwater. the problem is line. i use a KVD with a 6'6"ml crankin stick myself but use braid with a florocarbon leader. soft rod, strong line. there's way to much stretch if mono was used in this setup. you can do the same thing with the heavier setup. just extend the length of leader. better to keep the higher gear ratio for the crankbaits. you won't get so worn out. consider a 7.1-1 ratio next time. you can always slow a fast reel down; but you can't speed a slow one up.
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answered 11 months ago
by
Speerzy
 - Guelph, Ontario, Canada
answer 2
With those reels, you can throw about anything on the medium rod, except for maybe big swimbaits. I throw all crankbaits (lipless and lipped) on a medium rod, as well as spinnerbaits and sometimes even Senko-style soft plastics (weightless). However, I find the Crankin' Stick Medium to be more like a Medium-Heavy rod, so I use it for topwater frogs and throwing jigs, and even Texas rigs, and I love it for those applications. As far as the medium lite rod goes, I don't use any rods of that action, so I can't give any insight into that rod. I feel that they are too soft and can't get a great hookset or leverage the fish at all. Sorry!
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answered 1 year, 1 month ago
by
DavidHenry10
 - Central Illinois
Question
Can you put braid on this reel??
can this reel handle braid well, and what brand and lb. line would be best.
p.s. im gona use it 4 BIG swimbaits
asked 2 months, 3 weeks ago
by
fishin247
 - San Diego, CA
on Quantum® Kevin VanDam Signature Series Baitcast Reels
1 answer
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answer 1
I'd say power pro with between 20-50 test line if there is lost of wood then use 50 pound test . This reel handles braid very well.
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answered 2 months, 2 weeks ago
by
fishingboy14
 - Bloomington, IN
Question
what is a good combo???
i looking at an new rod and reel for christmas and is a carrot stick good
asked 3 months ago
by
bassmast3r23
on Quantum® Kevin VanDam Signature Series Baitcast Reels
1 answer
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answer 1
I really haven't tried the carrot sticks myself, but i have heard from a few people mainly friends that have tried it, said it was a very good and reliable rod to get. I know its not that much info but i hope it helps you on your decision to get a carrot stick rod.
answered 2 months, 2 weeks ago
by
Rustynail
 - Ft. Knox, KY
Question
Are you able to switch out the spools with other line
asked 5 months, 3 weeks ago
by
halvi76
 - S. Wis
on Quantum® Kevin VanDam Signature Series Baitcast Reels
1 answer
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answer 1
yes but u have 2 buy the spools on a Quantum website its like $10-$30 i forget
great luck an tight lines <><
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answered 4 months, 3 weeks ago
by
fishin247
 - San Diego, CA
Question
how do you take this apart to clean it?
asked 7 months ago
by
collin
 - Marion IL
on Quantum® Kevin VanDam Signature Series Baitcast Reels
1 answer
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answer 1
You push the button in on the left side and rotate the left side frame at the same time.
answered 6 months ago
by
StrokerAce
 - Smith Mountain, VA
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