st croix fly rod tube Triumph Travel Surf internal rod section dividers (no rod sock required) St. Croix Triumph Travel Spinning

OK, so I use these reels exclusively

A click-stop knurled knob rotates through 1.5 turns, accurately adjusting the smooth, strong drag

An aluminum oxide stripper guides and hard chromed snake guides line the length of the rod, making for friction free casting

Often, machined reels are lighter than cast reels

But the downside is often the lack of castability with these lures

Loomis IMX-PRO 885C TWFR Topwater Frog Rod Specs/Features Advanced IMX materials, multi-taper technology and strategic scrim placement Up to 15% lighter over standard IMX rods, with improved strength Premium components throughout: tangle-free Fuji K-frame guides and Fuji reel seats that ensure long-lasting durability and performance Well-spaced, premium guides minimize line friction for long accurate casts Subtly tapered rear grips to give that split-grip feel with full grip comfort One piece 7 feet 4 inches Mag-heavy power Fast action Lure sizes: 3/8 to 1 ounce $355 www.gloomis.com