Why That Open Space On Some Of The Rod Handles?!

[laus]

Me too. I find that the balance of the rod is disturbed....also less surface area should I need to maneuver during hookset. Never heard or read any pro opinion. Maybe bucks for cork makes the most sense as to why.

[mkmatteso9]

Cork and all other materials used cost money.  If a manufacturer saves only a few cents per rod, multiply that amount by the number sold.  It will add up, so the manufacturer saves money and somebody gets a bigger bonus.  Balance, appearance and weight are all just reasons to justify their cost cutting in manufacturing.  It’s all about the $$$$$.

[Mr. Bassin II]

On 4/28/2011 at 5:28 PM, OkobojiEagle said:

 I currently use whether spinning or bait casting have the full cork grip sanded to an elongated hour-glass shape much like a split-grip but with cork covering the entire length. 

oe

Do you do this yourself on a lathe?  Sounds like a good idea to me.

[Tatulatard]

For excellent reasons 

[JediAmoeba]

The first time I saw it, it was weird. Then I realized it looked a lot better and made sense since you never grip the handle there.