Graphite comes in many different forms whether that is IM6, IM7, IM8 or other variations. Usually the more expensive a rod is, the higher modulus or sensitivity of the graphite. The more expensive rods can be lighter, stiffer and more sensitive, but if you load them up in very cold weather which many smallie anglers do fish in, you can blow them apart. This rod is remarkable considering the fact that it works just as great with 4-lb. line as well as heavier line. It's tough to buy a good smallie rod through a catalog.
Some rods made by some manufacturers are completely different from other rod makers.
The next time you go smalljaw fishing and you have problems hooking and landing fish the fault could very well be in your rod and reel set-up. Longer rods with larger diameter reels will give you that added extra assurance of landing those elusive bronzebacks. With smallmouths - you often need all the help you can get. All rights reserved by FishingLine.