I have 2 bionic rods that I use for spinnerbaiting and like them very much. I also have an Extreme spinning rod with a Shimano Stradic reel which I purchased as a B.P. Combo . It is excellent. Last year I bought a Rick Clunn signature series combo and liked it so much I immediately bought another.I can say that I have never gone wrong with any of the BPS rods or baitcasters. If your do not have an unlimited budget,then BPS rods are an excellent choice and I for one will continue to purchase them.