Hi, so my new IMX Pro arrived over the weekend, and I noticed the hook keeper was on top of the rod. 

 

is this an issue? for line catching etc?

 

see pic: 

The line won't catch on it, all of my casting rods have the hook keeper in the same spot. In fact, I don't think I've ever owned a casting rod with a hook keeper anywhere else. It's standard. 

1 hour ago, Hulkster said:

is this an issue? for line catching etc?

That's exactly the type and placement I prefer. I've never once had my line snag that type of keeper during casting/fishing.

ah ok perfect thanks guys!