If the (spendy) modern Japanese glass interests you after reading the first BR post I linked, I'll coach you

Features : - 6 stainless steel HPCR bearings + one roller bearing - IM-C6 (Insert molded C6) body - Rocket line management system - Rocket Spool Lip Design - Machined aluminum braid ready spool - Slow Oscillation - Carbon Matrix hybrid drag system - Everlast bail system for improved durability - Stainless steel main shaft and components Specifications : - Technique: Spinning - Reel Handle Position: Ambidextrous - Reel Size: 60 - Gear Ratio: 5.6:1 - Bearings: 7 - Retrieve Rate: 35" - Braid Capacity (Yards/lbs): 200/20 - Mono Capacity: (Yards.lbs): 250/12, 205/14, and 150/20 - Drag Material: Hybrid - Max Drag: 18 lbs - Reel Spool Material: Aluminum - Drag Type: Front Drag - Anti Reverse Feature: Instant Anti-Reverse - Weight: 13.30 oz Manufacturer: Abu Garcia Model: 1475819 Specifications Manufacturer: Abu Garcia Manufacturer No : 1475819 SKU : 11270792 UPC : NOUPC311552 Manufacturer Reviews There are no reviews yet for this item

Corrosion resistant instant anti reverse bearing provides greater protection Smooth and consistent multi disc drag system Duragear brass gear for extended gear life 6 pin centrifugal brake gives consistent brake pressure throughout the cast Extended bent handle with power knobs for increased cranking power Synchronized level wind system improves line lay and castability Gear Ratio: 4.1:1 Line Capacity (yds/lbs): 20/250 Retrieve Rate: 22 in
The handles still look good and are not cracking or peeling at all
Abu Garcia Beast X Pike 2,54 Mt 40-140 Gr ABU GARCIA Rod for Baitcasting Pike Abu Garcia Beast X Pike 2.54 Mt 40-140 Gr : the Abu Garcia Beast X Pike is a casting rod that was developed for the pike fishing but can be used easily for target many of the large predators freshwater as for example
I also had to try flipping some creature baits into the water-hyacinth and lilly pads that crowded a nearby shoreline