Tempo is a soft rod which bends from top to almost bottom, more for a lazy caster or lady so to say, dc 150 is a proper casting rod and need a lot of effort or aggressive cast, dc is an oval rod and dont think one can compare to the tempos, Dc is very stiff, and not ideal for me to play a fish close up, Also take a look at the slipstream ovals, its an upgrade on the rockets, and a lovely casting rod with a way softer tip than the dc.