A Rod for All Skill LevelsThe Carbon XL is designed for anglers of all skill levels who need a well-rounded rod for a variety of fishing applications.Moderate Action & Light FeelThe Carbon XL features a moderate action that excels at everything from dry fly fishing to nymphing and even light streamers without ever feeling heavy or sluggish. The Carbon XL series looks and feels like a rod that should be selling for twice its price!A True All-Around PerformerAll there is to it! If you need a modest price rod to get any freshwater job done, the Carbon XL was made just for that purpose.