Our Bass Pro Shops CatMaxx Casting Rod is made heavy-duty, specifically for catfish fishing. Tough and brawny, its blank is crafted using our exclusive Shok Flex Technology, a graphite and fiberglass hybridization that yields a rod with the sensitivity of graphite, plus the shock absorption and brute power of glass. We've fitted this rod with structurally reinforced Sea Guide stainless steel guides designed to handle the most rigorous conditions and reduce tangles; an integrated cushioned reel seat provides a solid platform for your favorite catfish baitcast reel. Rugged EVA handles with X-wrap offer a comfortable hold, with crosshatched heat shrink-wrap for enhanced gripping in wet conditions. Flared rubber butt for extra leverage. High-vis white blank is essential for detecting bites at night. Exclusive Shok Flex Technology hybrid blank The toughness of glass, the sensitivity of graphite Sea Guide stainless steel guides Rugged EVA handles with X-wrap Flared rubber butt High-vis white blank for night fishing