[alanw]

That is a great price for that rod. I bought one last year (white) for the full $250.00 and it's my favorite bass rod. It's the rod that's recommended by Shimano for the Curado 300EJ reel, which is what I have it paired with. I might have to pick up another...

It doesn't come with the lifetime warranty anymore like they did last year, which is why I spent that much on a rod. This is a good price without the warranty though.