When you?re ready to call ?Fish on!?, the rod you want in your hand is a Star Handcrafted Rod. Each starts with a unique custom blank, with many featuring new Duratech Technology. Duratech blanks are made by combining multi-directional graphite with a special epoxy. The result is a rod with greatly increased sensitivity, lifting power and toughness. It also increases durability when a rod is jammed or over-bent in any direction. The graphite to epoxy ratio is individually selected for each Handcrafted rod to insure the perfect action, weight, strength and maximum durability.An $10.00 Oversize packaging charge applies to this item as it ships in a long heavy duty tube to protect your items. This fee will still apply when discount shipping coupons are used.