My friend purchaced a factory MBR941C and loves it. The rod is GL2 and retails for $135.00.It is 7'10" long. I am getting a blank for this rod (MB941) and going to have it made into a spin cast which I like due to the fact I am rowing most of the time and I need to get my plug out fast or miss the hole. Spin rods have less guides and one can put single foot guides on and thus get the action people are talking about in the glass rods.If you like a 8' or 8'2" rod have the builder lengthen the rod at the butt section. Make sure this extra piece of rod fits tight.
I and most of the people I fish with agree that a Plug Rod needs a very active tip and arch through the mid section and good backbone. The MBR941 gives you all these.
Graphite rods actually help set the hook.

[This message has been edited by Lilcorky1 (edited 05-05-2000).]

[This message has been edited by Lilcorky1 (edited 05-05-2000).]