>>971857 i like them because of the lifetime warranty. i get a lot of use out of my tackle so sometimes when the graphite gets chipped it will break easier. they are a good buy. everyone i know who fishes off piers has owned one at point or another. never had a problem with the epoxy on the grips or reel seat and the threadwork is sufficient. pic is a snook i got on my fierce 3000 and the stellar light 12-20