This Winston Alpha+ 9&'; 6wt can be used for lots of different species and lots of different situations. It would make a great trout or smallmouth bass streamer rod. It has the power to cast bigger flies and can also handle floating and sinking lines. This could also be used an indicator rig rod or even for carp. This is a super versatile rod that is fun to cast and fight fish with. The rod is in great shape, it has been fished, the cork has some light soil to it but is in great shape and there are no major scratches or blemishes to note on the rod other than some small marks from the rod being fished. The rod comes with the rod sock and rod tube. Condition: 4/5 *Note About Warranty: Due to the age and varied makes of product, TCO sells all used gear with NO implied warranty. If you have questions about warranty, please contact the manufacturer of this product before purchasing.