So after reading through the post you directed us to, all I get from it is that two people don't like the quality of the guides (on some of the rods) and two people snapped theirs. I still don't see any fault in no rod bags. And have heard far more positive feedback on the rods and people seem to be happy with the price as they continue to sell and are still getting good reviews.
Your issues with the rod are easily fixed. Buy a rod bag(s) and sand the inserts a bit until they fit nice. Good to go fishing.