Equipped with a 6+1 stainless steel bearing system , the reel provides ultra-smooth operation, while Rocket Line Management and the Rocket Spool Lip ensure excellent casting distance, line control, and reduced wind knots
grease and install the handle
EXD Concept boosts casting distance and efficiency
The manufacturer claims the rod has been tuned for lure fishing, so for what that is worth, the action is medium bend and very smooth, with no discernable stiff spot where the seamless two-piece join connects, and plenty of oomph in the butt section for when the pressure needs to come on
Big single-spin spinnerbaits work well with this rod, and the extra backbone it has make it a little easier to handle bigger bass, especially with the rod being a full 7 ft., instead of the usual 6 6 or 6 10