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Yea, I kind of got the feeling that some of those that had rods break on them were not being fully honest about the manner in which the rod had snapped or broken on them. Thanks for your input bluebasser

I have read many reviews on BPS's own website on the lack of durability on these rods. On the other hand, people on this very forum have endorsed this rod as a good casting rod to use overall. From what I gather it is a pretty great rod to use(sensitivity wise and just general use and weight), however, many had the rod break on them under regular circumstances such as during the hookset. What is the whole story of the durablity issues? (As I see this as a major blocking point from purchasing this rig)

Is there an actual difference, other than personal preference and necessity, to the use of a 1 piece casting rod or a 2 piece casting rod? Keep in mind that top of the line fly fishing rods are 4 piece rods.

What are your thoughts on the Ugly Stik GX2 as an all around bass fishing rod in either spinning or casting rods?

What are your thoughts on the quality of Cabela's Prodigy line of rods, in respect to an overall rod to target bass with multiple different types of lure(crankbaits,rat-l-traps-plastics,etc.)?

What is the best two piece casting rod for overall bass fishing?

What would be the best overall rod and reel, purchased seperately, to make a Spinning combo for under $200?

What are your guys thoughts on the Mitchell 300 Pro Spinning Combo found at Cabela's and Gandter Mtn.?

What would be the best overall rod and reel, purchased seperately, to make a baitcasting combo for under $200?

Hey bassresource community, new to the forum posting topics wise, however I have gleamed quite a bit already from different discussions viewable on these forums. I will be in the market for a couple new mid-level and in some cases low-level(St. Croix, G. Loomis, Fenwick, etc.) rod and reel set-ups for next season. I am not trying to use these rods with a particular type of bait, however, what I am looking for is overall versatilty. Since I will be waiting for the obligatory Black Friday and corresponding Cyber Monday sales, I have decided to receive invaluable input from those of you on these forums that harness much more fishing knowledge than myself. The Rods sizes and action I am leaning towards are as follows: Casting Rod 7' M F Casting Rod 7' MH XF Spinning Rod 6'6"-7'2" M F-XF Spinning Rod 7' M F Also, a baitcaster reel to go along with each casting rod and spinning reels to match with the spinning rods. These sizes and action are not written in stone, it just seems to be a decent start from what I have come to understand as versatile rod characteristics. I am open to any advice given my way on this topic. Tight Lines Guys