G-LOOMIS GLX CENTERPIN FLOAT ROD Center pin rods & reels are not a new concept or technique, but they are new to today's angler. The theory behind the technique is a drag-free drift, whether you're fishing bait on the bottom or suspending bait or jigs beneath a float. The reels, extremely smooth single-action models, resemble fly reels and have clicker drag systems to help prevent free-spooling. They have rimmed spools so the anglers can apply the necessary drag by palming the spool. The technique requires a long, light, responsive rod. The older versions were tip-heavy and that made them tiresome to fish. You would spend your entire day trying to keep that tip in a positive, upright position, all the while trying to concentrate on the bite, while battling that tip-heavy, uncomfortable feeling. That's where G.Loomis and GLX come into play. We not only can make them longer, more responsive and dynamically lighter, but we've shifted the weight towards the butt-section of the rod . We use a blend of composite and species cork in the handle to help maintain a delicate balance at the angler's end of the rod and split rings so you can position your reel where you want it. Add to that Recoil (nickel-titanium) guides that are about half the weight of standard guides and these rods create a pronounced Wow!! It's what we do and what you've come to expect!" Product Features: Mid-modulus construction Fiber Blend technology utilizes a marriage of diverse blank materials to obtain performance and price point Multi-Taper Design reinforces potential stress points within the blank while reducing unnecessary graphite material Unsurpassed strength and durability Technique specific rods Handcrafted in Woodland, Washington ITEM NUMBER MODEL NUMBER ROD LENGTH PIECES LURE WEIGHT LINE WEIGHT POWER ACTION HANDLE 11658-01 STR 1562 GLX CP 13'0" 2 1/8-1/2 6-10 Light Moderate A 11659-01 STR 1563 GLX CP 13'0" 2 1/4-1/2 8-12 Medium Light Moderate A 11660-01 STR 1352 GLX CP 11'3" 2 1/8-1/2 6-10 Light Moderate A 11661-01 STR 1803 GLX CP 15'0" 3 1/4-1/2 8-12 Medium Light Moderate A