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The rod is constructed from a lightweight and sensitive IM6 graphite blank with stainless steel guides and inserts for smooth line flow

I like a medium rod because it allows you to accurately cast such a small bait, while still being powerful enough to control fish around thick cover

But unlike Daiwas relatively simple magnetic solution, Shimano DC reels have a tiny onboard computer that monitors the spool speed every 1/1000th of a second, and applies or releases a brake as needed

In several applications, you can easily use any of the freshwater rods in the ocean and vice versa

But, if you're the kind of person who doesn't mind paying a bit extra for a couple more useful features, go for it but you'll break the $250 budget a little