This rod is proving to be another achievement in Winston's long history. Lighter, stronger, and brimming with the soul that creates loyal Winston anglers for life, the Boron IIx has raised the bar for fast-action rods. The second generation boron/graphite composite creates a balanced responsiveness: quick and easy to load at short distances, but providing reserve strength for distance casting, rapid line speed, and fish lifting power. Top-of-the-line performance isn't all you get when casting this rod, ho