This is Middy's entry level float rod with a ridiculously low price, especially considering the quality, teamed up with an Eclipse 3000 reel. It's a perfect money-saving combo for newcomers to the sport, while carrying the reputation of Middy which is a top brand and they lead the way on rod manufacturing and development. This Bombproof rod is a really strong composite material design and it has good features like a screw-up reel seat and lined guides. The handle is part EVA, part cork.