Quote Originally Posted by StantheMan2567 View Post
Ouch, hate that feeling, broke my second JDM rod within 6 weeks of getting it. Rod cases are now a regular part of my bank fishing gear, a good investment.

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Great idea Stan! Just placed an order for a rod case. Got one a little longer than needed so it will work for multiple rods and will fit with my backpack. Oh well, lesson learned, and it could have been worse.