I exclusively use Falcon rods. I don't feel there is a better rod on the market for the money than the Lowrider. I have Lowriders, Caras, and Experts. I love all of them.

I have also broken a few, but all due to my stupidity. For all 3 of those series, they have respected the warranty although the Lowrider is not a lifetime guarantee. It costs me $20 and the shipping = a lot cheaper than a new rod.

Perhaps its Quantum. It used to use them and had the same problems with all rods: St. Croix, Falcon, and Loomis. I stopped using them years ago and almost exclusively use Shimano.

I am sorry about your luck. I hope it gets better. But let's be honest: with the fishing you do, you ought to be using Pool Stick!!