Tsunami Sapphire XT Rods, feature light weight, durable solid tip blanks constructed from a proprietary blend of graphite for sensitivity and fiberglass for toughness. Sapphire XT rods are up to 30% lighter than ordinary solid tip rods and result in far less angler fatigue, even after all day use. Sapphire XT actions are designed for the best in fish fighting power and versatility for use with a wide variety of techniques.Sapphire XT rods boast graphite and stainless steel reel seats, wear proof stainless steel frame Aluminum Oxide ring guides, epoxy coated double thread wraps and textured shrink vinyl grips.Precision blend of graphite and fiberglassUp to 30% lighter than standard solid tip rodsTough epoxy coated double thread wrapsStainless steel frame aluminum oxide guidesGraphite & stainless steel seats