After years of research, development and searching for the right sources of materials and people to produce their rods, FTU created their Xcel GII Series. These rods are made with impeccable attention to detail, helping revolutionize the sport of fishing for trout, redfish, flounder and similar fish with lures. They're constructed on the highest quality graphite/graphene Xcel Next Generation feather-light blanks. They have Titanium-Nitrite guides, Fuji Titanium tip, split Carbon Fiber handles and reel seat.