Having broken my previous 7/8 weight rod there was plenty of choice for its replacement. The new Greys GRXI rod had just been released and at its competetive price was the obvious choice. This was further confirmed with the lifetime guarantee. The rod is supplied in a bag ad carrying tube making travelling secure and damage free. In use the rod feels progressive and is easy to load in to the cast. This does not compromise its playing ability where its power and flexibility is gradual but progresses strongly the more compresion that is applied. This makes for a rod that is easy to use and plays fish well as I have found out on a number of occasions. All in all good value for money and a rod that I have found to be a pleasure to use.