Abu Garcia Veritas Micro Guide Casting RodFeatures:30 Ton graphite construction with NanoTechnology for Decreased Weight and Increased Compression StrengthOne piece double anodized aluminum screw down creates a secure connection with the reelHigh density EVA handles are more durable and comfortable Abu designed extreme exposure reel seats provide direct finger to rod contact for increased sensitivity Titanium alloy guides with SiC inserts create a lightweight, balanced rod design Texas-rigged hook keeper for all bait applications1 piece rod and 2 piece rods availableNEW VERITAS WINCH CRANKBAIT AND MICRO GUIDE MODELS NOW AVAILABLE. VeritasTM rods provide extreme lightweight design and focus on the balance and compression strength anglers must have. The first time you hold the Veritas in your hand, you will be shocked how light it feels. Its balanced, lightweight design incorporates NanoTechnologyTM into the rod construction for added strength. Nano Technology provides 2.5 times the impact resistance of standard graphite rods through the manipulation of graphite on an atomic level. This prevents microscopic nicks and dings that cause other rods to snap. Now you can count on your rod to stay intact when that all important fish is on the line. The 30 Ton rating indicates a superior grade of graphite. The result is a lighter rod with increased sensitivity. The higher the tonnage, the stiffer the fibers used in the construction of the rod. Stiffer fibers more efficiently transmit vibrations to your hand so you can feel more strikes.