Bob D, I read your above post about the rainshadow plug rods built by TH, and I have e-mailed them to inquire about price and other details. Please tell me specifically why you think they are better than other rods on the market for the price. Like all of us here, I want the best rod for my money, but like most of us, I am far from wealthy. I want the best rod at a reasonable price. My personal top end is a Lamiglass, Loomis rods will not fit my budget with a wife and kid and all the other assorted bills. Thanks in advance.