Team Daiwa Light-and-Tough $130

To get an honest and objective opinion of a rod I compare them two at a time.

As one blank is eliminated, I'll add another candidate to make the new pair.

The only way to obliterate brand loyality (the enemy) is not knowing which brand is in which hand.

(I usually ask my wife to hand me the rod, and if necessary I'll close my eyes momentarily)

That said, I've yet to experience a rod for $130 with better feel and backbone than the Team Daiwa Light-and-Tough (I own a slew)

Roger

Burley picked a new Cumara at one of our local shops last week for I believe it was $159, that is their regular price, and they have everything 10% off right nowl.

I'd be all over that if I could find one. I saw Burley's post about that rod and that thing is SWEET!!! What local shop was it that he got it from? Could I call in an order and have it shipped to me?

It is M&M Sporting Goods in Kingsport, TN.  I don't believe they have a website but you should be able to buy and get one shipped over the phone.