The Echelon's five double-shielded stainless steel ball bearings provide smooth casts, while a one-way clutch instant anti-reverse bearing eliminates backplay in the handle. Other highlights of the Echelon are: lightweight, one-piece graphite body and rotor; machined aluminum spool and handle with soft touch knob; anti-twist line roller; and a Sure-Click bail. The lightweight, sensitive IM6 graphite spinning rod has durable stainless steel framed guides with aluminum oxide inserts, top-grade cork grip, lightweight graphite reel seat with stainless steel cushioned hoods and a stainless steel doublefoot hook keeper.