I do have 2 one piece rods. I like the fell and back bone they have. until I can upgrade I want to make the 2 piece better by gluing they together. With being on the topic of rods. What the best grade rod and reel for under $200? It doesn't have to be a combo deal. If you could only use one. What would it be? What would you spend the most on? The rod or the reel? Sorry, Gonefishing I thought he ask what would you spend most on? Rod or Reel? Then again there are many combos as mentioned that would work good for under $200 bucks. If you can catch some of the others on sell you can get some great deals on the more expensive equipment.:hook