Boasting an all-new 100% graphite construction, the Ugly Stik Carbon Salmon/Steelhead Casting Rods are lighter than ever before while still retaining the legendary Ugly Stik toughness. The new blank construction on Ugly Stik Carbon series rods offers crisp actions, heightened sensitivity, and significantly reduced weight for all-around better performance and an enhanced fishing experience. Best of all, these new and improved Ugly Stiks still offer the tremendous durability that the brand has always been known for. The Ugly Tech construction blanks, along with the Ugly Tuff single-piece stainless steel guides and carbon fiber handles ensure this high standard of toughness is not only met, but exceeded.