I tested 21 rods (and 15 reels for the companion guide to this) from the respective places for which they were designed: beaches, rocks, boats, and riverbanks, spanning from tiny Catskill-mountain streams to New York Citys East River, and New Zealand river mouths to Caribbean grass flats
When seams and gaps prevent dispersal, a structural element is more likely to take damage
Thames Estuary: Many have found flounder in sections of the estuary

Features Powerlux 100 delivers a 15% stronger* and 5% lighter** rod while remaining light weight and well balanced Ergonomic Abu designed reel seat ROCS (Robotically Optimized Casting System) Guide train for maximized casting distance with lighter lures Titanium alloy guides with ultra-light zirconium inserts allow for a lightweight balanced rod Closed Cell EVA grips give greater weather and wear resistance 10 stainless steel ball bearings + 1 roller bearing provides smooth operation Lightweight aluminum frame Rocket line management system provides better control of all types of fishing lines Rocket spool lip design allows better control of line coming off the spool Machined aluminum braid ready spool allows braid to be tied directly to the spool without any slip Stainless steel main shaft and components for improved corrosion resistance AMGearing system *On average, based on controlled lab testing, compared to identically constructed Veritas rods without Powerlux resin

I'll redo mine again in the fall I think, hopefully I can lose the spring creek clamps and copy something from you