Fill your rod locker with Shimano quality that won't break the bank. The all-new Exage rods from Shimano deliver a high performance bass rod series that takes whatever the tournament trail dishes out. This compact series of rods delivers everything you need to get the job done on the water. Description Easy to spot on the bank. The Exage exudes quality with its stunning metallic platinum and gold finish. Featuring 4 shielded stainless steel ball bearings and a roller bearing, the Exage FC uses a multi-disk front drag system for smooth progressive performance, which inspires confidence when playing hard fighting fish. Shimano literature further indicates this model has a one-piece aluminum alloy body that includes a sealed mechanism to help reduce internal wear. In the 80's, the entire Exage product line, from what we can tell, was positioned as a component group for the sport/fitness or touring bike (although regarding the latter...probably not heavy touring). this lot is new and consists of a shimano exage bx s.t.c (shimano travel concept) rod. the reel is a shimano stradic c14+ 1000hg. it also comes with two shimano hats. this item was generously donated by shimano.