St. Croix Panfish Series Spinning Rods Premium-quality SCII graphite combined with high-modulus/high-strain SCVI graphite for optimal weight, sensitivity and balance Designed to provide superior performance specifically for crappie, bluegill and other panfish Pac Bay Minima guides for 20-30% weight savings compared to ceramic guides and greater sensitivity Pac Bay Minima reel seat with custom insert for improved sensitivity and comfort Premium-grade cork handle Mid-modulus graphite fiber with a higher strain rate. Most popular material that is lightweight, durable and sensitive, like you would expect from a St. Croix rod. Super high-modulus, high-strain graphite fiber. Efficient material adds power with minimal weight. Used only to complement other graphite materials, as it is too high in modulus to be used as primary material. Includes FRS Technology