maxie, The Anubis compared to the nemesis plus, well thats a tough one considering thay are two very good rods. What i can tell you is that the Anubis has a "fatter" butt section compared to alot of the rods ive had in the past, ive been kicking myself since i sold my Greys apollo mk1 and have been trying to replace it but could never seem to find one that came close to the old lady, i even had one of those century carbon metal express. But after a few sessions of trying to get used to it, it just wasn't for me although it is a nice rod to look at. And so to awnser your question "The Anubis compared to the nemesis plus" well time will tell on that one mate, i will be a very happy man if it is still going strong in 7 years time. As for bite detection i was pleasantly surprised at how good it actually is, im sure that 5lb cod would agree aswell.