What Bam said exactly....
You may find another line will feel a little better on this rod but Bamboo is never going to feel like the graphite rods you are probably used to. Esp. the older slower models..
I have learned to really enjoy fishing Bamboo. I find I them more accurate...but finally realized I am more accurate because I make slower and fewer casts because I can take the time to make a better cast when I slow down and really think about making a good accurate cast...if this makes any sense...

Bill A