Megabass Rods

[nofearengineer]

I finally went into the local American Legacy shop, and I was pretty much stunned. I knew there were expensive items in there, but I didn't know the half of it. I'm not knocking these manufacturers, mind you...it all looks like really well-made gear. But seriously...who uses a $600 rod? And just how much better is it than a $300 rod? How many more fish will it put in the boat over its life than six $100 rods? I'm not knocking the super-wealthy either, but it seems I would have to be a gazillionaire before I would even think about buying something like that. Even then, I think I would see it as a waste. It's like bass fishing has become a boutique pastime.

On the other hand...I saw some very expensive, AMAZING looking crankbaits. Total works of art. Now I can see how you could argue that the fish could see the difference, right or wrong, but I seriously doubt if the bass knows or cares if your rod has a flip-flop red prismatic finish with a rare Indonesian curly figured cork handle. I'm glad we have a lot of tackle choices these days, but man...this is ridiculous.