Jono i use two types of guides on my rod, the flip up has a Zirconium insert, this reduces friction in a cast, there after i have regular Fuji guides, the one's with the Grey inserts. I've heard that the Fuji low rider guides work the best with braid and give you a few meters more in a cast, but i haven't tried them, so i can't comment. Gremlins in Margate are the best when it comes to full customization.Give them a call bud