The Taka Tenkara Rod - The Taka or hawk is a long, powerful zoom rod with muscle that's designed for big species and open water with long casts. This rod is composed of the highest grade carbon fiber resulting in incredible durability, flex and strength. The Taka is well balanced and light for such a muscle rod. A comfortable 15 1/4 inch tapered handle provides balance and choice of grip locale. Think permit and Salmon fishing in Alaska. Spare tip included. Comes with sock and hard case; 4 3/8oz w/o cap. Performance Tip quickens this rod action. FRAE (Fly Rod Approximate Equivalency): 7/8wt