I think technology is going to change and rods and reels will get lighter and smoother but your old rods and reels are like old friends.They all tell a fond story to you every time you pick them up.The memories they bring to you can not be replaced by technology or is it just new merchandising.I fish with a Daiwa millonaire and a GARCIA 4600 fastcast that I bought in 1976.these reels are like family to me.Fishing gear is like a wife"What ever feels good in your hands"