EXCLUSIVE MAXLINQ BLANK TECHNOLOGY - Pure 40T carbon fiber. With mixed 5 layers of carbon including Reinforced Muscle carbon layer for at least 30% increase in stronger and 20% lighter. DISTANCE and PRESENTATION - a fast action design rod blank to excel in distance and presentation. To meet the need of a newer caster, Slim taper engineered to be smooth and powerful, high efficiency loading, all for easy long distance casting. HIGH STANDARD SMOOTH GUIDES - MaxSelect Ceramic insert Stripping Guides and Ultra lightweight Hard Chromed Anti-corrosion snake guides and Over-sized tip loop for smoothest longer casting. PURE CORK HANDLE and REEL SEAT - Pure AAA+ Cork Handle for comfortable gripping and also helpful for casting. Anodized aluminum reel seat with with Maple Burl Spacers. And will tolerate saltwater environment.