TheShimano Talica Trolling Lite is the premium trolling rod for Mediterranean sport anglers who prefer to fish with live bait. The super high quality fast acting carbon blank is incredibly responsive whilst retaining the power needed to tackle hard fighting pelagic species. Developed in collaboration with the Mediterranean's leading boat anglers, the Talica Trolling Lite allows you to push the boundaries of performance and enjoyment to new heights. If you wish to troll with lighter lines, especially when using live bait to target hard to catch fish, the Talica Trolling Lite is a fantastic choice. The super light, fast acting blank offers exceptional feedback when fishing hard with fish of all sizes, allowing you to instantly change pressure when needed to maintain total control. In addition, the powerful lower part of the rod ensures the fish control force in your hands when you need to master a difficult situation. The secret of the reactive performance of the Talica Trolling Lite is a blank with an accentuated taper made with a combination ofhigh modulus carbon, with HPC (High Pressure Carbon) technology and reinforcements inbiofibre, Diaflash and Nanosheet. It also benefits fromShimano's Twist Control technology, which ensures that the fighting power is delivered through the barrel in a direct line. The latest spiral ring configuration utilizesFuji HB SiC stainless steel, ensuring power is maximized throughout the progressive blank and right into the hands. To ensure maximum reel safety, the Talica features anALPS aluminum reel seat, complemented by a carbon rear grip that reduces weight and increases sensitivity.