I own a TCB rod . I was one of the unfortunate ones that had the tip break right off . IIRC , it broke when I pulled on the line after stringing it up , to check the bend in the rod . As I do with with all of my rods . I didn’t over stress , it was definitely a defect .
The tip was replaced under warranty without any issues . I purchased an extra tip at the time so I could have it shipped with the replacement.
I don’t fish it a lot . I find the handle too long for my liking .
I’m primarily a bank fisherman and don’t have the need for a rod to fit in a rod holder , I’m usually carrying only one rod in hand , a few others in my car .
I had thought of cutting a few inches off the handle and adding another butt cap .
I need to get mine out and fish it one day ,it’s been sitting too long.