Second AP's remark that you can fit two 4-piece rods in one tube. I do that regularly when traveling. Might have to take the rods out of their bags, and make sure the rod grips are on opposing ends. Since rod cases weigh much more than rods, this approach helps keep weight and bulk down. Take a spool of wire leader (spendy! at $17 the other day) for toothy critters, and a spool of 40 or 60# for Tarpon shock tippet.

Sg