The only non-split cane rods I ever used, and used a great deal, were the early series Kelly Green std. action Twin Bridges MT R.L. Winston graphite rods-They always handled well, and never failed, whether I was fishing dry flies, nymphs, Wooly Buggers and weighted streamers- floating, sinking tip or even shooting heads.

I was never into tournament casting, anymore than I am into competitive clays events. I recall the old adage "Castin' ain't catchin'"!! Tight ones--