Once you tighten down a spinning reel onto an Avid Series® rod you're locked and loaded for some serious action, friend. Although handsomely appointed with cork handles and Fuji® Alconite® guides, these rods aren't just pretty for pretty's sake. Across the 54 technique-specific rods, the power of SCIII graphite and St. Croix's exclusive IPC® technology deliver impressive strength and responsiveness without putting undue strain on your 12-ounce curling arm - or your discretionary income stash. Avid rods deliver unprecedented performance and value - something even a "significant other" can appreciate.