Wanted: Reels and Rods

[OldTimer]

24 Ton graphite would be sorta in the IM6 range.

The "ton" and "IM" ratings while not based on all the same mechanical properties - they do rise in numerical value as ultimate tensile strength increases. The stiffness or sensitivity also increases. However impact strength and chip resistance decreases.......... as does weight (usually) and "toughness".

But there's a lot more to things than the rod blanks properties................ action.... taper.......true overall weight..........guide type, size, and spacing..........sensitivity sweet spot (at 2 oclock or 3 oclock etc)..........cork handle or synthetic........reels seat type and material.......reel type.......and on........

I guess thats why we all end up with so many rods and reels.............................. I think I feel an article on rods brewing within me.............

Cheers,

OldTimer