with Rod Sock and Carbon Fiber Travel Case The Zen Taka Tenkara Rod is a zoom rod that fishes at 13&';/15, is designed for big fish and is made of the highest quality IM carbon fiber available making it both light and strong. The Taka Zoom Tenkara Rod has a 7:3 Flex to give it backbone but bends and flexes like an advanced yogi with precision and a strong core. It casts our long Zen Fusion Lines effortlessly as well as traditional tenkara lines. The Taka is designed for BIG, powerful species such as sockeye, chum salmon, king salmon and silvers in Alaska. Heading South? Think respectable red fish, peacock bass, pacu, golden dorado, barracuda, triggers and bonefish. This fixed-line fly rod is the reel-less monster hunter and even excels on float trips targeting hefty browns down deep. This rod will surprise you with what it can do. Includes spare tip, rod sock and carbon fiber travel case. Pairs with the Performance Tip for a quicker action. Fly Rod Approximate Equivalency (FRAE): 7wt - 8wt. Use up to 12lb test. For highly experienced tenkara and fly anglers who are used to moving their feet, 16lb test. Fly Rod Approximate Equivalency : 7wt - 8wt High IM carbon fiber for lightness and strength Big fish, Big waters Fresh and saltwater applications Longer handle for fighting strength Length: 13&';/15 Zoom Flex: 7:3 Collapsed Length: 26 5/16" Rod Weight: 4.75oz (with cap) Rod Weight: 4.50oz (w/o cap) Handle Length: 15 1/4"