Do not buy a rod that is CHEAP. Buying a rod is like buying a car... you just know it's right. The feel, look, sight all matter's when buying a rod. Go with a rod that feels like you will catch fish the first time you use it. Confedence is in my opinion is a key to catching fish whether the rod or bug go at it with confedence. Just think, you get what you pay for, these rods are priced different because there is a difference. Go Orvis !!!