I have a IC 7’4” tubular tip (power) and use it for deep water lake trout fishing. I have had several solid carbon tip rods but the tips have not been durable at all. I do use heavier jigs than what is rated but never had a problem with tubular tips. I think the main reason is how the super carbon tip is inserted into the end of the tubular portion, just another link in the chain. I have had several pull out and then just recemented the tip back in. I don’t watch the tip for bites just the hi vis braid twitch which works well with the tubular tip.