Thanks for those charts, they are really helpful! Looks like I'll be getting some new sticks. Any reason no t to save money and buy from Plat? I imagine the big shipping expense is mitigated by buying multiple rods.

I wonder if the spinning rods are true 2pc rods that split in the middle as well? hmmmm....

I'm looking for another crank bait rod. Anyone know which is slower, the ZDS268ML or the ZDS270ML?

It would be awesome if Gliss actually responded. Diameter really seems tone the best indicator of breaking strength. Everything printed on the package is BS, either under or over rated.

Those Spro's with the tungsten weight transfer system go a mile and half. The Little John Medium diver is my favorite crank. Nice hooks too.

I'm pretty intrigued considering Fenwicks get great reviews as value rods, we'll see how these measure up at a higher price point. I will say they seem a little heavy at 4-4.5+oz and I think they could have done better with the guide train for $300. SS Alconite is functional, but not top of the line.

How is the GLX more versatile?

Thanks Bantam1. That's what I've heard before. I was just worried I am missing out on something by fishing 2pc rods that will easily fit in the trunk of my car.

I guess I'll be buying one from Japan. Do you have any opinion on whether or not a two piece feels much different or or gives up much compared to a 1 piece? Always interested in an educated opinion.

Wondering you we will see a 2 piece Zodias in the states? Do you guys have a near term plans for something like this or even a 3 or 4 piece quality travel rod?

The rods you have aren't holding you back in the least. Those big bass you see aren't just in the middle. You just need to practice and get comfortable with a few effective techniques. I would stop trying to do everything and just focus on 2 or 3 things. Even that is a lot for a beginner.

When the knot matters, I leave the house with an FG, but I come home with uni to uni. FG is just too ugh trouble and wasted time in the field.

Well all varieties are buy one get one 50% off now in stores.

Catch weigh release seems to be the future for tournaments and it seems like professional fishing has picked up on that. Give it 10 years and I bet it's more common.

In general Fluoro leader is much stiffer then regular fluoro. The stiffness makes them terrible for wrapping around spool, but helps prevent fouling of the hooks on the line.