The Phenix Cicada Casting Rods are everything an angler could want in a steelhead salmon rod for chasing these silver ghosts. Part of the Cicada CAX series, these rods are built with a 30-ton Toray carbon fiber blank and Phenix's proprietary Nanolite resins, delivering exceptional sensitivity and strength. The Phenix Cicada Salmon and Steelhead series features Fuji Fazlite guides, custom reel seats, and AAA-grade Portuguese cork foregrips with custom-shaped carbon fiber solid rear grips, which are ergonomically designed and counterbalanced to reduce fatigue. These steelhead casting rods are available in various models and offer great looks and top-notch features. Upgrade to the Phenix Cicada CAX Casting Rods and fish confidently, knowing you have one of the lightest, strongest, and most sensitive rods on the market.30-ton Toray carbon fiber blank with Nanolite resinsFuji Fazlite guides for smooth line flowAAA-grade Portuguese cork foregrips with ergonomic carbon fiber rear gripsCounterbalanced design to reduce fatigueFuji TDPS & DPS Reel SeatPremium Essex SiC GuidesManufacturer's lifetime warranty for defects in material and workmanship. The manufacturer's optional replacement policy for a broken rod determined to be from an accident, normal wear and tear, or neglect is a $95 fee.