A rod that flexes equally down the shaft is harder to be accurate but can help cast lighter lures much further
The exterior is further fortified with waterproof YKK AquaGuard zippers outfitted with Black-Ember-branded, Hypalon theft-deterrent locking zipper pulls, and a removable, hefty top-grab handle with metal-branded hardware
Testers Courtney Holden, a Colorado-based gear tester who has taken rain jackets globally to test their mettle, and Natasha Buffo, a South Lake Tahoe multisport athlete, also contributed
This is undoubtedly a comfortable shell with a boxy fit, offering ample room to move around without feeling constricted
Comfortable, padded shoulder straps unclip and conceal behind the back panel so you can carry it as a backpack or duffel