Isn't Cooks custom rods in your neck of the woods? Maybe get in touch with him and see if he would be interested in some.

Thank You sir. Much anticipated for sure!

masterbass wrote:Hogsticker, maybe that's why matt steered me towards the 7'1" because I specifically asked about the 6'7".

It is possible. I imagine the longer blank is a bit softer.

Basszone has some nice aluminum knobs that would look good. Or you could get carbon to match the reel

Not a fan of Quantum reels in the least. My vote goes to the Pflueger. For the same money I would pick up the new Cabelas Verano

I had the 6'7 Omen. The tip was far from what I would consider soft. Still a touch to fast for jerks for my taste.

Seems odd to me that if transportation is the reason for a two piece rod you would choose one that disconnects above the reel seat. The handle section is maybe 16" long, so on a seven foot rod you're still packing around five and a half feet of blank Still don't get the construction being built for...

OMG! You responded to a lot more than the original post. If dealers have been sitting on these orders for months why in the world would I get it any sooner? You started with the snide remarks and you have to have the last word so have at it. I'm out

Offdahook..you shouldn't end your posts with know what I'm saying, cause nobody knows what the F your saying!

It's obvious someone is intent on getting they're point across, rather than paying attention. A few short posts ago I stated that I contacted on line dealers who's web site stated they had these in stock. After calling, they did not. I have now contacted 5 dealers who stated they had these in stock,...

EBay guy, enough said. What does that even mean?

Eric. For someone who complains about persons not paying attention to all that is written in posts......Really?

Okay. 1st, why pay retail when it is available for less. 2nd, please refer to above posts. The folks that order direct from Daiwa ARE NOT getting shipments. Doesn't matter. Carry on

It may be wrong fellas but how can I order it and be confident I'm gonna receive the right stick from these yahoos

I shared emails with TackleDirect, as well as a store on Ebay. Both had this rod in stock, and both told me it was a split grip. So, either there are two models which is unlikely, or the full grip was just on the prototype.