I purchased this rod for a trip to MN. I really liked it at first. Good sensitivity and cast really well. Caught eight fish the first day, some really nice bigmouth bass. On the second outing, rented a boat for all day fishing trip on lake Minnetonka. The rod tip broke an hour into that trip! After contacting the seller and St. Croix, the only option left to me was to submit a warranty claim and wait two weeks for a replacement. I also have to pay 25$ shipping!?! I'm going to have to replace this rod with something from anther manufacturer. I'm not going to relly on this rod for any future trips, even with a new tip. Not worth missing out.

It has been about a 2 months wait since submitting a warranty claim and had to call them to remind St. Croix of the claim. This wait was through all of striper fishing season.. After a few hours of waiting with customer service they offered to send the new tip, and after even more discussion and waiting waived shipping fees for the new tip? Very disappointed with St. Croix and will be switching to another brand. For rods this expensive you would think they would have better service. It's a shame.

Since I ride a bicycle everywhere for fishing in need a 4 piece rod. This St. Croix is getting used for more than small stream trout, which it is most excellent for with home made jigs and twister tails. I have landed very large bass on it fishing for perch and bluegill. I just ordered one in Medium power. I already have the Medium Heavy bait casting version that I love to throw spinner baits and Top water walk the dog baits with. I like the old school handle that adds extra protection if I drop it now and then. This is a solid value and has been no problems for years of retirement fishing many times a week.

I've had this rod for 3 years. Broken once when stepped on, but admirably repaired by Saint Croix. I finally read the specs, and had to laugh at the given lure weight. I have routinely used a 1oz lure and used this rod for lake trout and walleye. Great feel, handles wonderfully, long and smooth casting. Love this rod so much I rarely use any other.

This is a Rod I keep behind my backseat and its always ready when I need it. Its my favorite rod for streams, creeks, shallow rivers, or anywhere that you don't have much room to cast. It doesn't struggle with the occasional smallmouth or large red eye. Very responsive but always feels sturdy. It would make an excellent rod for a child as well, and its without a doubt my favorite rod for its versatility.