Jerry you can't go wrong with another Shimano

.lord know's i have a few to many

......tell me more about the rod you got .never heard of them.
... Temple Fork Outfitters (TFO) is a well known & respected fly-fishing rod making company, very reasonable price for the quality IMO ... $99.00 @ Johnny's True Value. Don't know the whole story, but I believe Gary Loomis sold out G-Loomis, and is now partners with TFO. Gary Loomis designed the Signature Series for TFO ... I bought a 7'6" ML, a tad heavy for free shrimping, but it's great for popping cork, big top water & flinging finger mullet. In comparison to my 7'6" All Star, my TFO is extremely lighter w/plenty of back bone.