My bnm jig pole tips last about two trips. I AM rough on equipment, but my ozark 14' do well. A little limber for some techniques, but I make do. I've beat then around and they hold up well. I've got a hodgepodge of rods, and some great BnM poles, but there are a few I don't care for, just haven't gotten around to replacing. Right now I have the tip section cut down 2 eyes on one rod, it does pretty well for being rigged up!