Avid Vs Avid X

[KevO]

Is there any difference between the original and the new X model besides the split grip?  I guess the price went up since the last time I looked at them too. 

[fishballer06]

Different reel seal, different guides. 

[KevO]

anything else?  same rod blank?

[illinifan4152]

I believe it's the same blank, just a cosmetic facelift. I own both and I believe the avid X feels lighter and more balanced in hand if you ask me. Highly recommended.

[WIGuide]

The blank is the same, but the swap is supposed to help it feel lighter and more balanced in hand. I would be able to say for sure, since I was going to buy one this spring, but I ended up getting a steal on an LTB instead.