We felt the name Ascendant was fitting for this elevated caliber of pure trolling precision. For years elite caliber anglers have asked for a high end trolling rod design to better read the action of a trolling presentation while enjoying the qualities of a rod engineered for absolute precision. Now that piece of grass on the back hook can be detected to ensure your running clean and effectively. The ultimate in JT proprietary blanks built with premium Toray carbon fiber, is now available in this one piece work of art. We felt the name Ascendant was fitting for this elevated caliber of pure trolling precision. For years elite caliber anglers have asked for a high end trolling rod design to better read the action of a trolling presentation while enjoying the qualities of a rod engineered for absolute precision. Now that piece of grass on the back hook can be detected to ensure your running clean and effectively. Upgraded Hero-High grade eyelets with Silicon Nitride inserts allow line to fly back into position. A full extended Trolling handle promotes both comfort and functionality. This brilliant trolling rod has been specifically designed for the elite angler who demands only the best out of his fishing rod arsenal. Specs:Length: 8 or Telescoping 9&&';;6Power: MediumAction: ModerateGuides: SeaGuide Hero Hi Grade with Silicon Nitride InsertLine weight: 8-15lbHandle: Full Sure-Grip HandleBlank: JT Proprietary Toray carbon fibers spun with zonal technology RECOIL guides are made from a special nickel titanium alloy with unique physical properties which means no ceramic inserts are necessary. RECOIL guides are made from an extremely hard but flexible "Shape Memory" alloy, which does not require plating, cannot corrode in any environment, and returns to its original shape after repeated deformations. Our rods are made of a combination of domestic and foreign sourced components.