Designed in collaboration with BASS Elite Series pro Gerald Swindle, the 13 Fishing Meta Casting Rods are built around his steadfast principle that anglers shouldn't have to survive on beans and rice in order to afford quality fishing gear. Personally tuned and meticulously brutalized by the GMAN himself, the Meta casting rod lineup feature next-generation Japanese PVG36T blanks that are tested and proven to deliver exceptional strength and sensitivity for heavy hooksets and subtle bite detection.Specifications and Features: Japanese PVG36T Blank Construction Taper Designed w/ Zonal Action Technology (ZAT2) Stainless Steel American Tackle Guides w/ DuraLite Inserts Premium Japanese Split Grip EVA Handle Evolve Custom Reel Seat Evolve Open End Hook Keeper Limited 5-Year Warranty