I must qualify this by saying there are higher end reels (obviously) that exceed the laughable price points (greater than $400 USD), but those reels arent included in this buying guide
You see them everywhere nowadays for anywhere from $50 to $100 dollars
An important bonus for this reel: its super lightweight
Since fishing rods are often exposed to sun, salt, sand, dirt, fish parts, and general wear and tear, glue is simply less than ideal, as is plastic, in novice (and less-careful) hands
We will have plenty of Videos made explaining in detail the construction of the rod, what blank materials were used (and why), the strategic guide placement used, etc