I have used this (2.1M/ 7ft) three times thus far for probably a total of 6 hours of use, once in the boat and twice on a local pond. This is not a high end rod and reel, the price should tell you that, but it is a PERFECT set up to keep in the car or truck. So you're driving along, maybe have some extra time to kill, you see a pond and there you go, you're ready to go at a moments notice.