This isn’t a deal breaker and the rod was still durable enough to wrangle in a 6-pounder during testing. Given that it only costs $100, lower-end materials are expected. It's still a great ...

He anchored his impressive performance with three 7-pounders and a 6-pounder. The Alabama native holds a nearly 7-pound lead over second-place Easton Fothergill. “It was very fortunate,” he said. “My ...