The custom Winn grips provide a cushioned point of contact, reducing fatigue and improving traction
I quite like the Cotopaxi Allpa 42 as I prefer maximum carry-on size
In certain situations (Erie tribs for instance), that's exactly what's needed, but on some of the larger Lake Ontario tributaries I fish, this is a MUCH better rod
The drag power has suffered a serious upgrade from previous models
If you need to take a break or scale back an existing garden, this is a great time to gather materials to temporarily cover the space either with physical barriers such as a silage tarp or cardboard topped with woodchips or make a plan to grow cover crops
Moving away from the trout world, I think a 5wt is a great rod for warm water fishing, specifically Bass