Don't buy Dobyns. I have the same issues you have, but with Dobyns. I have two Champion Extremes in my garage that are broke. One broke on a hook set of a 16 inch fish and one broke on a cast. I have another rod that has a loose reel seat. It almost moves 360 degrees. I think every rod has had a guide issue. I have a buddy who has had similar issues with the Extreme. I'm about to replace all of my Dobyns. It's gonna be a very expensive lesson. These are issues I've personally had with Dobyns.

I am in the dissenting opinion here. I have fished Ducketts since they first came out, and the thing that keeps me coming back to them is customer service.

I had a couple of micro magic rods that I had broken or bent the eyes on due to stepping on them or whatever. I contacted Duckett, and they sent me enough new eyes to replace all of them on two rods. They didn't charge me a dime. Then, when my local rodsmiths wanted to charge me $10 per eye replacement, I contacted Duckett again, and their response was: "no problem, just send us the rods, and we'll take care of it." So, I did. I paid for shipping to Alabama, and that was it. About a week later I had both rods back with upgraded stainless eyes free of charge.



Also, my stepdad broke the tip of one of his in the door. All he had to too was send the butt of the rod to Duckett, and they sent him a brand new rod, no questions asked.

So, I'm sure there are problems with all rods from time to time. But, for me, it's how well the manufacturer backs their product. Thus, I'm a loyal Duckett customer.

Just my two cents.

Hey remember at the marina I set the hook with your brand new duckett and the snapped in half, those were the days !

Falcon or Carbon lite, hardly use the ghost anymore.

This^ built well and have awesome actions. Best money I've ever spent on a rod.

I love how people say they have great customer service. What a pain in the azz to have to ship your rods out for repairs.

I like rods that don't need to be sent back for repairs.