One of our testers asked this question and I believe that many an angler would too. The question is “if Fuji guides are so bloody good, then why the hell do fishing rod manufacturers bother using cheaper alternatives?” Simple really. The cheaper alternatives still allows anglers to fish and catch fish. Casting distances may not be as good. They may not be as tough. Some may be heavier. But they help keep rod prices lower. There is another benefit too. The angler has the option should he or she feels the need to upgrade the standard guides to Fuji guides, they can do so as and when they want to giving them the flexibility of buying a quality rod at a lower price and upgrading the component when they are ready to.
Tackle Used During Test
Rod: Abu Garcia Sea Caster II
Rod Action: Extra Heavy
Reel: Penn Conquer 5000
Reel Model: 5000
Reel Size: 5000
Main Line: Berkley Fireline Fused
Line lb: 30lb
Leader Line: Berkley Vanish
Line lb: 40lb
Baits / Lures: Fish Meat / Chicken Innards
Size: N/A
Hooks / Jig-heads: Owner
Size: 7
Test Conditions: Sunny with slight wind
Rod Features At A Glance
Tough with good backbone
High quality EVA handles
Split back EVA grip (two section grips)
Tapered rear EVA grip (both back and mid grips)
High quality graphite blank
High quality Fuji O-Ring guides
High quality Fuji reel seats