I will only buy American made rods. Not beating my chest, just my preference. Now, with that being said, I do understand that many parts of those American made rods were not made here like the guides. I still try my hardest though. As far as threads like this, we have to have them. We just don't have to take them so serious. I have strong opinions just like everyone else and I like hearing them from others. I do agree that premium pricing just keeps getting higher. As long as someone pays for it, they keep making it. What I don't agree with is (just based on my own buying preference) I will have to go with foreign made just to get within my price range. You can't blame companies for looking at the bottom line, but you can blame them for not creating a higher standard when it comes to entry level equipment. Newbies or veterans should not feel like they have to spend an arm and a leg for decent quality.

Loufly