"johnval1" wrote in message
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Ok, I guess I should have done my homework. This is a variation of what
is known as a "Robert's wrap" which apparently is over 75 years old as
innovations go. It was done on heavier duty rods back in the day to
relieve the torque on the reels and rods, and to keep the line off the rod
blank.

I am guessing, extrapolating if you will - so please be kind to me here -
that this is done to some of the higher end, very lightweight graphite
rods to relieve torque and minimize breakage.


Nope, what you're seeing is shoddy workmanship. A baitcasting rod can be
built with a Robert's Wrap, but it isn't possible with a spinning rod.

Spending a lot of money doesn't necessarily equate to quality. I discovered
that long ago when I started upgrading my equipment. It is also the primary
reason why I got into rod building in the first place. I'll take the same
components and assemble a much better rod!
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Steve @ OutdoorFrontiers
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