Thanks, in use I find the Rage just a tad more sensitive, I think it has to do with the lighter guides, they also seem to help with the tip heaviness that some of the Avid rods have. I don't think they are at the same level of build quality, but truthfully I have not had any problems with the couple I own. They seem overpriced at 150 - 175, but when you can get them for around 99 they become a good deal.