Brand new for 2021, these technique-specific bass rods now feature advanced SCIII+ carbon blank and St. Croix's proprietary IPC®, FRS, TET technology for stunning performance at an unbelievable value Super high-modulus hybrid carbon fiber SCIII+ blanks matched with Fortified Resin System (FRS) technology Maximum power and strength with significantly reduced blank weight Integrated Poly Curve (IPC) mandrel technology Taper Enhancement Technology (TET) blank design provides curved patterns for improved action with increased sensitivity Fuji Concept "O" guides with deep press inserts Fuji VSS real seat with comfort centric complimenting componentry Fuji KDPS reel seat nut with thread covering hood Split-grip, super-grade cork handles customized per model or Full-grip material combination handle on select models Model-specific hook keepers selectively placed per technique Single coat sealer on blank with slow cure finish Two coats of Flex-Coat slow cure finish on guides 15-year transferable warranty from St. Croix backed by their Superstar Service St. Croix Victory Spinning Rod is made in the U.S.A.