Had a session on Wednesday with my son-in-law. Couldn't make out why we had two snap offs when casting. I have just carefully examined the rings and discovered two of the guides in the top section have cracked inserts. This is the first model, not the latest with low rider guides.

I am annoyed because I look after my gear, even got rod bags for them (I have two Veritas rods) so tomorrow I have a trip into town to get repairs carried out.