Revolution Rat : Colors: 3 Length: 3" inch Weight: N/A Pack Count: 1
Intro:
I have to be honest here, the revolution rat is a better bait then it looks. And lets be doubly honest, that ain't a hard accomplishment since this bait is uuuggllyy! But, if you're in the market for a decent swimming hollow body rat, you've come to the right place (just be sure to put a bag over its head)
Overall Rating: 6.7/10
Each frog is rated on the following criteria: Quality, Castability, Presentation, Hook-up Ratio Available Options, Product Availability & Price
Quality & Durability: 3.0/5
If we continue on this honestly train, then you and I both know that Reaction Strike is not exactly known for building quality baits. Hell I'm not sure they could patten a single bait design since most look awfully familiar. With all that said they have made a rat that's more durable then Live Targets prices mouse.
Cast ability: 3.5/5
Not exactly built with flying in mind, this bait casts average at best but lands fairly well due mostly to its bulbous balloon like body. The thick tail and plump body shape can make it awkward to skip but don't give up, it can be done,
Presentation: 3.5/5
The Revolution Rat offers up a mixed bag when it comes to on water performance. It;s at its best in open water to medium/sparse cover. It walks very well and the tail acts like a stabilizer allowing you to retrieve at high speeds without blowing a tire. As the pads and slop get thicker the Revolution Rat starts to lose its luster. The round body shape begins to roll as you try to slide it over any type of cover and you will quickly become frustrated.
Hook-up Ratio: 3.5/5
Here again the Rats body shape and long thick tail can be a hindrance. As you know I'm looking for baits with little to no interference and the Rat comes closer to protecting the hooks then it does hiding them. The body of the Rat is nice a flexible and will collapse on contact just watch out for that tail.
Availability: 3.0
Reaction Strike is not exactly common in most parts of Ontario, and I'm somewhat surprised. No based based on quality but based on pricing. Many stores now focus on moving more and more low end baits to weekend warriors and stick only a few for the guys willing to spend serious money on baits. I expect to see more reaction strike on retailers shelves soon (sigh)
Options & Price: 3.5/5
Only offering up 3 colour choices and 1 size option the Revolution Rat is not exactly blowing you away with its selection. But prices at under $7 a bait its worth the initial purchase just to say you've tried it.
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All testing was done on a Dobyns DX746 it is my go to rod and handles both hollow and soft plastic baits alike. As for reels, the Daiwa Tatula HD pairs well with this rod and gives you a nice over sized spool for that added distance and power. Line choice was SunLine FX2
Field Test Report Card:
Open Water (Sparse Pads): B
Pads (Medium Cover): B
Slop & Grass (Heavy Cover): D
Walk the Dog: A+
Popping Action: N/A
Sit/Pause: C+
Reaction Strike is an OEM which is why many of their baits look similar to other lures, or they have odd designs since they design & manufacture lures for a good chunk of fishing tackle. Similar to Strike Pro. Reaction Strike makes lures that are sold under different labels built to spec but on their own lures, they use cheap components most of the time. Take a look at a Strike Pro catalog or Reaction Strike, and you see R2sea, Yo-zuri, and I will leave out JDM stuff.
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