Neat review. I think the next surf stick I get will be one of these or the CTS ones. I'd like a lighter rod to throw unweighted redfins, small bucktails, etc. If I see you at the SWE sometime this season I might ask to take a swing with it.
Just a heads up... Not sure your distance calculations are correct. The amount of line retrieved per handle revolution theoretically should change depending on the amount on the spool- IE, with less line on the spool (start of the retrieve) you probably aren't bringing in 39.5"/per turn, but at the end of the retrieve with the wider OD you are. Maybe Mike_P can chime in, I think I originally read that on one of his posts. But nonetheless it gives you qualitative data (IE which lure goes further -> more handle cranks to get it in) if not quantitative data. I think the only way to do it wholly accurately is with a tape, or at a football field.
That could be a fun trip before the season starts...
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