Command tournament-winning performance with the next generation of Shimano Expride casting and spinning rods. Built upon a strong legacy with a backbone fortified by Shimano Hi-Power X technology, Shimano engineers expanded the Expride lineup with additional models and enhanced performance by adding a Carbon Monocoque handle. This innovative and lightweight hollow carbon handle increases vibration transfer through the rod and into an angler's hand for up to 30% more sensitivity for superior bite transmission. Extremely lightweight with excellent balance, the new Expride rods feature CI4+ reel seats and don Fuji SiC guides for premium angling performance. Shimano's Hi-Power X blank technology enables rod engineers to fine-tune rod actions with models specifically designed for versatility, power fishing, or throwing large swimbaits while also providing anglers with enhanced casting distance and accuracy. The next chapter of Expride's legendary and tournament-winning lineage is here. Product Features Hi-Power X - Uses diagonally-wrapped carbon tape to form an array of "X" shapes on the rod blank's outermost layer. The width of the tape, its winding angle and the part of the rod being wrapped are fine-tuned according to the target fish species. This process allows to adjust these wraps during construction for precise actions, enhanced overall strength and added twist resistance. Delivers sharp and crisp rod control for the angler. Carbon Monocoque Grip - A carbon-molded grip that is lightweight with high sensitivity, transferring even the smallest vibration to an angler's hand. The grip increases sensitvity by 30% compared to traditional rod handles and utilizes a hollow structure that elminates unnecessary parts of the rear grip to improve weight reduction and vibration transmission. Product Specifications Foregrip Length (IN): 1 Reargrip Length (IN): 8.5 Total Length: 6'10" Action: Fast Power: Medium Light Pieces: 1 Lure Weight (OZ): 1/8-7/16 Mono Line (LB): 4-8 Grip Material: Carbon Monocoque Guide Type: Fuji SiC