Rod arrived in good shape and looks great. I put reel on and strung line through guides and first flex of rod and it broke? Top section of rod is rough and feels unfinished! A defect? Rod looks really nice though. Contacted seller and will see what happens.
Update: Seller contacted me very quickly and offered to make the situation right by sending me a new rod! I asked for a 7 ft New Style Red in Medium this time because the Medium Heavy felt too stiff and maybe that is why it broke! Will update when I get the new rod.
Update: Seller contacted me and is sending me a new rod Customer service is great! They are making it right!

Hi Juli!

Good news. I've finally been able to get out and do some fishing and use my Entsport Camo baitcast and spinning rods. To say the least, I am very impressed with them, and more than happy with them. Not only are they beautifully crafted, other anglers are quick to notice the good looks and fit and finish of these rods. I love that you can buy these rods in 3 and 4 piece configurations, which gives the angler the option of moderate/medium, medium heavy, and heavy actions from one rod. This allows me to quickly change the rod action to handle a wide variety of lure and line weights. AND! Once the rod is together with your choice of tips, the fit is so good, and the join so good that you can't even tell the rod is two pieces. Amazing.

These rods are so light it's like fishing with Air Jordon! I have so far fished them with Shimano Stradic CI-4+ and Cadence CS8 reels in 2500 and 3000 size, as well as baitcast reels like the ABU Garcia Revo Max, etc., and what a wonderful, light and powerful combination they make. I very much like the design of the reel seat/lock on these rods. Not only is the design beautiful, but the lock has an audible detent that clicks as you tighten up on the reel, and this also keeps the reel seat tight where you have set it. No loosening of the reel as you fish!

Lastly, I should mention the case these rods come with. It's a good looking camo case that is quality made which includes an inner liner that holds 3 or 4 rod pieces and protects them from cosmetic damage. Realistically, if I wanted to go out and buy a rod case like the ones that come with the Entsport rods, it would probably cost me as much as the rod costs! I really like that I can keep spare tips, etc. safely in my boat or kayak, and quickly make changes for fishing conditions as needed.

All is all I am very pleased with these Entsport rods. AS you probably know, I bought 3 each of the spinning and baitcast rods before I'd ever had a chance to actually fish with them. I have been very impressed with the level of customer service you have provided. Although I have had no issues with my rods (only my health) you have been eager to resolve any and all issues I may have. It's nice to do business with a company that puts customer service and satisfaction ahead of all else.

In closing I just want your readers to know that I'm not someone who doesn't have a deep working knowledge and experience with fishing rods and tackle. I'll be 73 next month. I caught my first fish at age 4, and have been hooked ever since. I was a rabid angler all my life, and when I began my career as a professional fishing guide down in SW Florida in the 80s, I had 69 rods in my closet. Only God knows how many rods I've owned over the decades, but I've owned many St. Croix Legends, G Loomis, and other brands, and paid a fortune for them. I wish you guys had been around with these great rods decades ago. When I pick up one of my Entsports and cast it, and look at the quality, I feel downright foolish for having spent $300 to $500 for rods in years gone by.

Let me know if you want me to post this note somewhere, or if you want to post it now that you have it. Sorry it has taken me so long to do the review on your great rods, but because of health issues I was not able to get out on the water. I didn't want to post reviews of your rods based on catching grass bass in the back yard!!

Thanks for your patience!

Capt. Butch Rickey
The BarHopp'R

I had alot of concerns trying out a brand I never heard of but this rod has superseded all my expectations for saltwater fishing! I paired the rod with a Baitcaster I also purchased on Amazon thats spooled for 30 lbs braid. The rod works great for Bottom Fishing, Jig Fishing & light surf fishing. Have pulled a few fish in it with various rigs and even some very heavy, to the point that would break any cheap walmart fishing rods, sea weed bundles that although bent the rod dramatically it did not damage it one bit. it also has a fast action that I really like. My only cons for this rod is the lenght for surf fishing is on the short side but I am 110% satisfied with this rod! I highly recommend this if your looking for a saltwater baitcaster or even a freshwater baitcaster rod & reel set. You won't be dissapointed.

I took a trip a backcountry canoeing trip with this rod and it really exceeded my expectations. I have several high end, one piece rods so I wasn't expecting much from a two piece but I was very impressed with this one. Especially for the price you pay, this one is well worth the money. The reel seat is metal and is strong and the rod is both sensitive and light. I would highly recommend this rod to anyone looking for a collapsible rod. I actually broke the rod on the trip and the company offered to replace it for free even though it was no fault of their own.

I typically use an 8' bait caster coupled with the traditional Abu 6500 series reels. However, for the price and the look of this pole I am more than impressed. It is sharp looking right from the box and additionally built as well if not better than some of my poles that cost more than twice as much. I purchased the 3 piece pole as well for my husband for bass and he loves having the optional tip attachments depending upon the type of lure he is using. Now I just have to decide whether to branch out of the Abu series for big cat fishing or stick with the familiar! Any opinions are welcome of you are a serious cat fish freak like me 😉