This rod features a one-piece blank built from ultra high strength carbon fiber that fits into the butt section giving the whole rod more strength, stiffness and power. Specially made for trolling, this rod is equally perfect for cat fish fishing from boat. The blank has an anti-scratch coating and is fitted with SIC II double-leg low-profile guides with reinforced whippings for added reliability, a double-grip neoprene handle and a screw reel seat