Sporting a unique blend of proprietary materials, the St. Croix Rogue V Boat Conventional Rod ranks among the strongest, most durable saltwater rods the company has ever built. Its advanced Matrix Composite construction includes a precision mix of woven E-glass, SCII carbon, and reinforcing ART scrim to give you a smooth, easy-handling rod with exceptional balance and power, plus all the sensitivity you'll need to work your saltwater magic; FRS and TET technologies push the strength factor to another level. Each model comes fitted with durable K-style stainless steel guides and braid-friendly Alconite rings, a rugged nylon and stainless steel dual-locking reel seat, and a contoured EVA handle with modified split grip and non-marring hard-rubber gimbal. Backed by a Mfrs. 5-year warranty. Advanced Matrix Composite construction Unique blend of E-glass, SCII carbon, and ART scrim FRS and TET technologies for extreme strength Durable K-style stainless steel guides Braid-friendly Alconite rings Nylon and stainless steel dual-locking reel seat Contoured EVA handle with modified split grip Non-marring hard-rubber gimbal Mfrs. 5-year warranty