Shimano Compre Casting Rod - Built for avid anglers passionate about their craft, the Shimano Compre Salmon/Steelhead rod series offers an expansion of models tailored for a wide range of techniques. Whether drift fishing, casting, or float fishing, these specially-designed rods provide the ideal actions, lengths and power to effectively target these prized freshwater species. With quality components and sensitive rod blanks, the Compre Salmon/Steelhead series delivers the performance and reliability needed for a successful angling experience. All rods within the series, excluding centerpin rods, incorporate a Fuji reel seat and the full lineup showcases AAA Cork handles for increased casting comfort. Sloped-frame SeaGuide guides with Zirconia inserts provide increased hardness and durability while improving casting and fish-fighting performance. Durable yet lightweight, Shimano constructed the Compre Salmon/Steelhead rod series with quality components to withstand a lifetime of battles. Fuji Reel Seat Sloped-Frame SeaGuide Zirconia Guides AAA Cork Handle