The newly revamped M1 bass rods feature an upgraded blank utilizing 36Ton Toray Carbon Fiber With a K-Woven scrim, with Phenix Proprietary Nanolite resins to make it lighter, stronger, and more sensitive than ever before! The New M1 Bass Rods feature a vortex solid one-piece blank for increased sensitivity. The M1 utilizes a custom carbon fiber reel seat, Essex SiC guides, clip style hook keeper, and a AAA grade Portuguese cork grip. With the Newly redesigned M1, the bass doesn't stand a chance!