Vik R.e your fetish for shrink wrap I think with Free Spirit if you buy through someone like Johnson Ross you can have them made with whatever handles you like.
I speak as someone who has a bit of a cork thing going on (but I am seeking help lol).
Cheers
Ian
Hi Vik
In all honesty the t.c doesn't appear to be as important as the action.
As you know I use the Free Spirit X.S which is a 3.25 t.c but they have a very through action which makes them a delight to play fish on and suit quite a wide range of waters.
I have tried some fast action 3 lb rods that felt like I could cast to the moon but would probably be more at home on a snooker table.
Its a difficult thing to find what suits you best but the only thing I do know is don't by anything you haven't felt.
Cheers
Ian