Quote Originally Posted by aged_sage View Post
My mentor for learning to make graphite rods was a firm believer in the use of Turtle Wax on ALL rods. Therefore, I do. I am of the opinion that they do stay cleaner longer, but have no opinion on whether it increases casting distance. Maintaining a clean line does this. Have not waxed any of my bamboo rods, but it should work on them too.
A good grade of carnuba ( or even bees wax) should actually give protection.