Cast off your preconceptions-and get closer to the center of the action with the new Center Axis rod and reel. The Center Axis may be the most meaningful advancement in fly rod performance since graphite replaced fiberglass all those decades ago. By closely aligning the center mass of their Litespeed reel with the center axis of their medium-action rod, Waterworks-Lamson de-levered the mass of the heavier object. The result will amaze you. You'll feel the pulse of your cast like never before. Don't just take their word for it. Put the Center Axis in your hand. Casting is believing.The Center Axis system can only be as good as the rod it's mated to. The folks at Waterworks-Lamson built the rod that they wanted to fish: A dynamic, versatile rod that's fun to cast. A rod that strikes a balance between speed and loop control. And specifically-because it gets its power from a deep loading bottom section-a rod that "rolls" with the expanding repertoire of D-loop casts. This last point can't be overstated. When your back is to the wall (of overhanging willows) the ability to make a long, tight Scandi cast can be incredibly useful. To make this happen the rod needs to load deep. It's not rocket science, but it's a feature often overlooked. Finish details were another opportunity to innovate. They took a lesson from the Heron, and finish their rods in a silhouette and flash reducing matte grey. The Center Axis system includes detachable rod and reel with case.Features Include:Rod/Reel SystemFreshwater & Saltwater rodsSingle-Hand9' - 4 piece rodsMedium-fast action rod