In the past, the traveling angler would always be plagued with the problem of finding a portable yet reliable high performance fishing rod. This year, Shimano introduces the new Axis S.T.C. travel rod. This striking rod comes with Fuji Alconite guides and Fuji reelseat hoods on a machined cut aluminum reelseat. The 4 piece rod also comes with an additional "Ambush Concept Extension System" section to allow you to vary the rods length whilst fishing, without the need for you to unrig your setup. The rod when disassembled, packs into a smart looking attache style carrying case that keeps the rods protected while in transit. So be it whether you are a businessman on an overseas trip with some free time to spare; or a student passing by a river on the way back from school, there will always be a Axis S.T.C. rod to fit the fishing situation