I've broke 20+ rods over the years personally... Sad but true....

Most were broke during the hookset. I own several rods that I've had for 10-15 years and have made it their entire life without being broken and they're even Loomis IMX graphite..

I expect rods to break, it happens. I don't expect the manufacturer to charge me more than their expedite fee. But with LOOMIS RAISING an expedite fee on those that already own for 25+ rods, I think it's kind of bogus.... It wasn't part of their agreement when I bought the rods orginally.

I have 3 rods that are currently broke sitting in the garage that need to be taken back, knowing it will be $300 to get those replaced, I'll be doing that at another time...

Keith