I have taped my reel seat on my most recent rods. I started doing so just because of the reason stated here. I also use the plate though, it allows reel changes without having to cut tape etc. Also allows you to move the reel if you have a reason to. I remember taping my reel to my origional harnel blank many years ago, and still do. I use conventional reels and don't have as big a problem as spinning rods do.
