$45 aliexpress rod vs $300 jdm - brutal truth

Rod sensitivity these days is wild—my $45 Mifine Microbite from AliExpress feels almost as good as my $300 JDM rods. But I only use it in sketchy spots like rock jetties. For regular fishing, I stick to my favorites. After trying rods from $80 to $300, the Olympic UX line feels like the best balance of performance and price. What's your rod philosophy? #fishing #ultralightfishing #fishinggear