custom all the way
If you're considering paying top dollar for a rod go custom. Get it from a reputable builder and it will outlast and out perform any factory rod. The factories just can't spend the time on each rod that a builder will. They will also cut corners on material if they think they can get away with it. No custom builder worth his reputation will build a rod with anything but the best components.
p.s. I wouldn't want to meet anyone who can cast a 12' Ugly Stik all night in a dark alley.
If you're considering paying top dollar for a rod go custom. Get it from a reputable builder and it will outlast and out perform any factory rod. The factories just can't spend the time on each rod that a builder will. They will also cut corners on material if they think they can get away with it. No custom builder worth his reputation will build a rod with anything but the best components.
p.s. I wouldn't want to meet anyone who can cast a 12' Ugly Stik all night in a dark alley.
