Specifically designed for working deep-diving, hard-pulling lures for trophy fish, the redesigned Shimano SLX Glass Crankbait Casting Rod delivers true tournament-level performance at a modest price. The SLX series has always been known for its strength and versatility, but is now enhanced with Shimano's proprietary DIAFLASH blank technology, which utilizes opposing carbon tape wraps through the butt section to prevent twisting while under duress; this greatly increases the rod's pulling power and impact resistance. The sturdy glass blank is fitted with lightweight titanium-oxide guides and boasts a beautifully balanced split-grip handle design, custom Shimano reel seat, sensitive carbon foregrip, and EVA grips with etched logos. Sturdy glass blank with carbon tape Proprietary DIAFLASH blank technology Double-wrapped butt section for enhanced power Lightweight titanium-oxide guides Split-grip handle design Shimano custom reel seat Sensitive carbon foregrip EVA grips with etched logos