The 7'4" length also provides good shock absorption when the fish surges near the boat, especially when using light line like 10-12lb test fluoro
Its only downfall is it's quite heavy, and to some extent, we have a hard time knowing that 20% of our 50-pound baggage allowance isn't going to our gear, but to the bag itself
Im certainly not trying to claim anecdotally that the United States is leading the world in ultralight backpacking, so I reached out to a few European ultralight gear manufacturers to see if I could get a pulse on the ultralight community across the pond, and to see if my observations held any real world truth
Herschel nails that aesthetic
Synthetic fabrics, like polyester and nylon, wick moisture away from the skin and are generally durable and affordable
The inclusion of a scratch-resistant and anti-fog lens greatly improves visibility in various weather conditions