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6 stainless steel HPCR bearings + 1 roller bearing Carbon Matrix hybrid drag system IM-C6 body design Lightweight graphite rotor Rocket Line Management System Rocket spool lip design Large PVC knobs Machined aluminum braid ready spool Stainless steel main shaft and components Everlast bail system Slow Oscillation Reel Size:40 Drag Type:Front Drag Gear Ratio:6.2:1 Bearing Count:7 Max Drag lb:13lb | 5.8kg Packaging:Box Mono Capacity yd/lb:210/10 180/12 150/14 Mono Capacity m/mm:265/0.25 185/0.30 135/0.35 Reel Handle Position:Right/Left Weight:9.10 Anti-Reverse Feature:Instant Anti-R

The two-piece, 6' medium-action composite rod features a high-density EVA split-grip handle that gives greater sensitivity and durability

So I had my drag locked down tight and showed no mercy to the fish, or to my equipment

But then what would you expect from a sub $60 rod anyway, right

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