Sages Z-Axis offers ultimate fishability with unprecedented line feel, response and performance. With this family, we improved the entire rod-building process and created a rod thats significantly lighter, stronger and easier to cast for anglers of all skill levels. Fast action Generation 5 Technology Cedar green shaft color Gold/Black/Red thread wraps Hard chromed snake guides, and Hard alloy stripper guides Rosewood insert and nickel silver components on 3-weight through 6-weight, with black anodized component option on 6 weights Premium handmade cork handles turned from highest quality Portuguese cork rings Bronze aluminum tube with Khaki colored cloth bag and Gold silk-screen