This rod company has arrived to where we are mostly (BIG MOSTLY!) because of Bass fishing but this rod model is a top seller in the hands of either the freshwater or saltwater angler and is a saltwater magic wand. All that is lacking is a label with instructions to tell you to toss the tail or fire a jerk bait as well as a spoon, and spooks, then clean off the salt and go to the lake and throw your crankbaits, rattle traps, small spinnerbaits, drop shot and so on. This model is a great choice for many uses. Kistlers premiere rod series continues to offer top of the line performance in 2008. Imagine yourself casting, flipping, pitching, chucking and winding all day long without a hint of fatigue. That dream has become a reality with the new 2008 Kistler Helium2 LTX. They are even lighter than the Helium LTA rods and are the rod to have for the fisherman who requires ultimate performance. Our second generation Helium II LTX is proving to become the most popular fishing rod among professional anglers all over the world. The Helium II LTX series provides feather weight graphite design without sacrificing strength and durability. With the invention of our new state of the art “sure-grip” split handle design, you will experience more confidence and stability while setting the hook on big fish. We have removed the fore grip to maximize the vibrations to your fingers because “No Fore Grip = More Feel.” Our new proprietary solid, ultra-lightweight material throughout the newly designed handle will allow for even more sensitivity, allowing you to feel bites like never before. Another advancement for 2008 is the FUJI ECS exposed reel seat with its offset, finger groove providing an enhanced ergonomic grip. When you combine this with Kistler’s trademarked “Smart Touch” reel seat, you have the most sensitive rod on the market. To keep weight to a minimum without sacrificing durability, the entire series features Batson Forecast, low-profile guides with silky smooth, copper zirconia rings and stainless steel deep pressed frames . The guide system is completed by the use of Kistler’s exclusive flanged ring tip tops which eliminate knocked out inserts due to extreme fishing conditions. Finally, as on all Kistler rods, we feature our wildly popular original “Hook Hanger” design which helps ensure that your hook points will not be damaged as with standard hook hangers. The Helium LTX Series crafted by hand, untouched by compromise. All LTX models are designed, engineered, and hand crafted in the USA. And as always, they are backed up by our famous, world class “No Hassle” Limited Lifetime Warranty.