Expertly Crafted: Born and refined by a Navy SEAL and TOPGUN pilot, and perfected by a rod builder with nearly three decades of experience with leading brands, the Kinetic series stands as a testament to true ingenuity and legacy in fishing rod craftsmanship, offering unmatched precision and quality. Advanced Sensitivity: The Kinetic rod's 30-ton carbon construction paired with coated 304 stainless steel guides enhances sensitivity and robustness, ensuring a top-notch feel and durability in diverse angling conditions. This design ensures you're always in tune with the slightest nibbles, enhancing your strike response. Ergonomic Excellence: The modern split-grip EVA handle is designed for maximum comfort and feel, reflecting the meticulous attention to detail synonymous with its elite creators. Versatile Adaptability: The Kinetic series stands out for its versatility, designed to perform exceptionally across various fishing conditions. Whether targeting different species or navigating changing environments, these rods provide the adaptability you need, ensuring peak performance and responsiveness in every fishing endeavor, truly embodying the angler's tool for all seasons. Legacy of Excellence: Choosing the Kinetic rod is an investment in a legacy of innovation and quality, where each product is a testament to Old 18's commitment to excellence in fishing gear craftsmanship. Old 18 is a Veteran owned company and we are honor-bound to make things right. All rods come with a 1-year manufacturer's warranty, so you can feel confident that your investment is secure. The Kinetic Series is built from our most durable and proven components from our years of experience to deliver a consistent angling experience. It's the latest evolution of our most successful rod lines where we combined the surest, most reliable components to give you a dependable winner. If you are looking to try the Old 18 experience or you are already a seasoned angler, we created the Kinetic to surpass your expectations of what a fishing rod should be. We put in our popular 30-ton carbon blank to make Kinetic robust with unique sensitivity. It feels incredibly light in your hands and sports an eye-catching red and gray scheme. The coated 304 stainless steel guides will stand up to any environment, and its modern split-grip EVA handle is designed for maximum comfort and feel.