Affordably priced yet designed for performance, the Ardent Tournament Pro Casting Rod is a perfect choice for derby day. Crafted on a lightweight, 1-piece IM-7 graphite blank, it features a highly sensitive tip with plenty of backbone for hooksetting. Durable stainless steel guides for problem-free casting; balanced split-grip design with super-comfortable, custom golf-style grips. Lightweight, 1-piece IM-7 graphite blank Sensitive tip with plenty of backbone Durable stainless steel guides Balanced split-grip design Super-comfortable, custom golf-style grips